One Plus 6T Discussion Thread

EagererBeaver

TitianGerm wrote: »

blade1 wrote: »

How much is a one month old 6t worth?

About three fiddy

Where you seeing that?

TitianGerm

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Where you seeing that?

I was only joking :pac:

tedpan

EagererBeaver wrote:

Where you seeing that?

Lol I'm sure that's a joke you'd get 500 at least on adverts, depending on storage/RAM.

Do-more

tedpan

Do-more wrote: »

Not the biggest surprise in the world, they all use the same HW and OS.

wotzgoingon

TitianGerm wrote: »

About three fiddy

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Where you seeing that?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pS_zE0DTWIU

EagererBeaver

Ffs, fell right into that one and got very excited.

Will buy one of them over Christmas. Probably just the regular version to get the same day delivery from Amazon. Dave Lee has a video up that suggests that while Warp Charge is faster, it's pretty marginal and probably not worth 70 quid.

Notorious

adox wrote: »

One more question if you don’t mind, as an iPhone to Oneplus switcher. Did you have much trouble transferring over all your data? I’m trying to recall how I did it when I owned the oneplus3t previously. I think I used Google Drive. Backed up everything there and then just pulled it down again on the new phone.

Be interested to hear what method you used.

No problem. I used Google drive (you're directed to android.com/switch when you start up your android). It transfers contacts, calender events, and your gallery. Photos don't attach to the gallery on your android but are stored in the cloud. You can download them if necessary. Photos took a few hours to upload to Google Drive, but I left the iPhone at it while I played with the 6t!

Whatsapp conversations/media can't be transferred, though you'll be readded to groups etc. If you want media from WhatsApp, grab it before you switch. WhatsApp can only be active on one device at a time.

There's a few subscriptions I had through the Apple store so they had to be cancelled.

Making the switch was much easier than I thought it would be. Still love the iPhone, but I don't miss it. If you use emojis be warned - they're cack on Android.

Do-more

tedpan wrote: »

Not the biggest surprise in the world, they all use the same HW and OS.

No they don't, the McLaren has 10Gb RAM, not that it makes a blind bit of difference.

tedpan

Do-more wrote:

No they don't, the McLaren has 10Gb RAM, not that it makes a blind bit of difference.

RAM makes little difference to speed unless you're running several memory intensive applications as I said earlier...

tedpan

Less than 48 hours later. Blisteringly fast delivery at least...

OldMrBrennan83

Nice. Nothing better than a new phone landing.

EagererBeaver

Not this hell again.

adox

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Not this hell again.

???

EagererBeaver

adox wrote: »

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Not this hell again.

???

Delivery posts...

adox

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Delivery posts...

Ah jaysus he posted a photo of the McClaren edition, most likely the first on this thread. It’s of interest I think. So he commented on how fast he got it as well!

Hope he puts some more photos up when he has the phone out.

tedpan

EagererBeaver wrote:

Delivery posts...

Apologies, was just sharing how fast it arrived.

adox wrote:

Hope he puts some more photos up when he has the phone out.

Will do man, although under strict orders it can't be opened until the 25th, so the pics will come after

OldMrBrennan83

Tell her you need to check it to make sure it's not damaged

tedpan

Patww79 wrote:

Tell her you need to check it to make sure it's not damaged

I've used that excuse to it's limit

Ah well, it's definitely something to look forward to!

god's toy

EagererBeaver wrote: »

Delivery posts...

Maybe it's just me but I get a kind of joy about seeing people posting pics of new tech! it's like I'm happy for the experience they are going to have.

Narcissus

Does the finger print scanning work ok for logging into apps? like banking apps for example.

tedpan

Narcissus wrote:

Does the finger print scanning work ok for logging into apps? like banking apps for example.

I read lots of reviews before buying and apparently work with no issues

GustavoFring

Narcissus wrote: »

Does the finger print scanning work ok for logging into apps? like banking apps for example.

Yep, it's a split second slower than what most people would be used to on other phones but I'm finding it a lot more accurate than the reviews would lead you to believe.

Narcissus

Thanks. What about the face recognition? Would that work for the AIB app? or other alternative.

tedpan

Narcissus wrote:

Thanks. What about the face recognition? Would that work for the AIB app? or other alternative.

No, the fingerprint option is built into the Banking app, the bank would have to release a face unlock option for it to work.

OldMrBrennan83

Hardly be secure enough for a banking app when it's a front camera only system anyway.

Narcissus

Patww79 wrote: »

Hardly be secure enough for a banking app when it's a front camera only system anyway.

That’s another discussion

adox

So I’ve had mine a couple of days and loving it overall. The fingerprint scanner is working fine for me, with practically 100% success. It’s amazing how quickly you get used to it.

Battery is great too. On my first day(albeit a large part in work) I only managed to get it down to 50%. I will say that the “dash charge” doesn’t seem as fast as it was on the 3T. I bought the car charger and have used it twice on my commute, approx 35-40 minute drive. This morning with the battery at 50%, it was at 90% when I got to work.
On the way home, with the battery at 70%, it had reached 96% on the way home. No slouch but I just remember it being quicker with the 3T.

Another strange thing using the car charger. The screen keeps waking constantly to the black and white notification screen. I have the phone laid flat and charging beside me. Maybe it’s the lift to wake function that’s kicking in when moving. I’m not 100% sure.

Android Pay I have used once so far and I can’t believe how much faster it is than Apple Pay. I was hugely impressed. Also added my Tesco loyalty card to the phone so it’s a great convenience.

It’s the first phone I’ve owned with the options of gestures so I’ve enabled them instread of the virtual buttons option and I’m getting on fine with them. Very easy to get used to.

Having come from iOS and having such a tall phone, I like going for a minimalistic look on the home screen so have all my important apps grouped into four folders towards the bottom of the screen. The animated wallpapers have plenty of room then to be shown off and look beautiful but I also find it a very convenient way for me to use the phone.

It’s a lightning fast phone of course and looks very nice. Have it in the official carbon bumper case and it looks great.

Haven’t used the camera at all yet but know it’s one if it’s weaker points so don’t have huge expectations.

Still tweaking the phone and exploring the options and also getting used to finding my way around Android after so long with iOS, but I’m extremely happy with my purchase overall at this early stage.

Oh and I’ve turned off face unlock. It’s lightning fast of course but the phone just feels too vulnerable to me with it activated.

TitianGerm

Dropped my OP5 on Sunday and smashed the screen. Panel under the glass is broke as well so probably going to be expensive to repair.

Back with the OP2 at the minute but the battery is a little worse for wear and the lack of dash charge is a killer. I honestly don't think I could go without it long term.

Anyway I was waiting on the Red 6T but might have to order the one of the current options once Christmas is over.

blade1

TitianGerm wrote: »

Dropped my OP5 on Sunday and smashed the screen. Panel under the glass is broke as well so probably going to be expensive to repair.

Back with the OP2 at the minute but the battery is a little worse for wear and the lack of dash charge is a killer. I honestly don't think I could go without it long term.

Anyway I was waiting on the Red 6T but might have to order the one of the current options once Christmas is over.

I got the 5t when it came out and I smashed the screen after 10 days.
It cost €120 to send it back and get it repaired.

TitianGerm

blade1 wrote: »

I got the 5t when it came out and I smashed the screen after 10 days.
It cost €120 to send it back and get it repaired.

That's not to bad. Was the Amoled panel damaged on yours?

EagererBeaver

One of the lads broke a 5T shortly after buying it. Sent it back for repair and they sent him back a 6 as they'd no stock left.

Lucas Hood

adox wrote: »

So I’ve had mine a couple of days and loving it overall. The fingerprint scanner is working fine for me, with practically 100% success. It’s amazing how quickly you get used to it.

Battery is great too. On my first day(albeit a large part in work) I only managed to get it down to 50%. I will say that the “dash charge” doesn’t seem as fast as it was on the 3T. I bought the car charger and have used it twice on my commute, approx 35-40 minute drive. This morning with the battery at 50%, it was at 90% when I got to work.
On the way home, with the battery at 70%, it had reached 96% on the way home. No slouch but I just remember it being quicker with the 3T.

Another strange thing using the car charger. The screen keeps waking constantly to the black and white notification screen. I have the phone laid flat and charging beside me. Maybe it’s the lift to wake function that’s kicking in when moving. I’m not 100% sure.

Android Pay I have used once so far and I can’t believe how much faster it is than Apple Pay. I was hugely impressed. Also added my Tesco loyalty card to the phone so it’s a great convenience.

It’s the first phone I’ve owned with the options of gestures so I’ve enabled them instread of the virtual buttons option and I’m getting on fine with them. Very easy to get used to.

Having come from iOS and having such a tall phone, I like going for a minimalistic look on the home screen so have all my important apps grouped into four folders towards the bottom of the screen. The animated wallpapers have plenty of room then to be shown off and look beautiful but I also find it a very convenient way for me to use the phone.

It’s a lightning fast phone of course and looks very nice. Have it in the official carbon bumper case and it looks great.

Haven’t used the camera at all yet but know it’s one if it’s weaker points so don’t have huge expectations.

Still tweaking the phone and exploring the options and also getting used to finding my way around Android after so long with iOS, but I’m extremely happy with my purchase overall at this early stage.

Oh and I’ve turned off face unlock. It’s lightning fast of course but the phone just feels too vulnerable to me with it activated.

This has 3700 mah battery compared to 3400 mah on 3t so of course its going to take longer to charge.

blade1

And so it begins :pac:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9prLhzGzII

https://www.t3.com/news/oneplus-7-looks-awesome-in-this-new-video-showing-off-screen-camera-and-beyond

tedpan

blade1 wrote:

And so it begins

Lol, interesting concept alright!

GustavoFring

MKBHD gave it a nod, pointed out the weaknesses we all know. Was surprised the pixel 3 or XL didn't get as much a mention.

How are people finding the battery indicator? Mine seems to be running down a lot before lunch 20-25%. Then stabilizes a lot before bed, lowest was 49% before plug in with two Sims and work email going all day. Seems to me the first quarter goes quicker.

deep1

adox wrote: »

So I’ve had mine a couple of days and loving it overall. The fingerprint scanner is working fine for me, with practically 100% success. It’s amazing how quickly you get used to it.

Battery is great too. On my first day(albeit a large part in work) I only managed to get it down to 50%. I will say that the “dash charge” doesn’t seem as fast as it was on the 3T. I bought the car charger and have used it twice on my commute, approx 35-40 minute drive. This morning with the battery at 50%, it was at 90% when I got to work.
On the way home, with the battery at 70%, it had reached 96% on the way home. No slouch but I just remember it being quicker with the 3T.

Another strange thing using the car charger. The screen keeps waking constantly to the black and white notification screen. I have the phone laid flat and charging beside me. Maybe it’s the lift to wake function that’s kicking in when moving. I’m not 100% sure.

Android Pay I have used once so far and I can’t believe how much faster it is than Apple Pay. I was hugely impressed. Also added my Tesco loyalty card to the phone so it’s a great convenience.

It’s the first phone I’ve owned with the options of gestures so I’ve enabled them instread of the virtual buttons option and I’m getting on fine with them. Very easy to get used to.

Having come from iOS and having such a tall phone, I like going for a minimalistic look on the home screen so have all my important apps grouped into four folders towards the bottom of the screen. The animated wallpapers have plenty of room then to be shown off and look beautiful but I also find it a very convenient way for me to use the phone.

It’s a lightning fast phone of course and looks very nice. Have it in the official carbon bumper case and it looks great.

Haven’t used the camera at all yet but know it’s one if it’s weaker points so don’t have huge expectations.

Still tweaking the phone and exploring the options and also getting used to finding my way around Android after so long with iOS, but I’m extremely happy with my purchase overall at this early stage.

Oh and I’ve turned off face unlock. It’s lightning fast of course but the phone just feels too vulnerable to me with it activated.

Great info, which iPhone you had before. I am not new to Android and have used s9 as latest flagship but always iPhone as primary. Currently iPhone X.
One plus 6t seems great phone and oxygen os much better than any android skin out there.Did you manage to transfer the message over to iPhone, I know OnePlus Switch app is hit and miss and other option are out there but just wondering the first hand experience.
Also as you know coming from iCloud backup, what you use to backup oneplus? I believe OnePlus Switch app can be use to take offline backup but people had issue restoring from them backup.
If anyone has any insight on this would be great.

xtal191

blade1 wrote: »

And so it begins :pac:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9prLhzGzII

https://www.t3.com/news/oneplus-7-looks-awesome-in-this-new-video-showing-off-screen-camera-and-beyond

https://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_7_or_oneplus_5g_leaks_for_the_first_time_take_a_look-news-34773.php

adox

deep1 wrote: »

Great info, which iPhone you had before. I am not new to Android and have used s9 as latest flagship but always iPhone as primary. Currently iPhone X.
One plus 6t seems great phone and oxygen os much better than any android skin out there.Did you manage to transfer the message over to iPhone, I know OnePlus Switch app is hit and miss and other option are out there but just wondering the first hand experience.
Also as you know coming from iCloud backup, what you use to backup oneplus? I believe OnePlus Switch app can be use to take offline backup but people had issue restoring from them backup.
If anyone has any insight on this would be great.

I had an iPhone 6s. I used Google Drive for back up which was very simple

EagererBeaver

Place near me in Barcelona selling the 8/256 one for €589 so picked it this evening. Upgrading from the 3 so absolutely loving it so far. Haven't noticed the fingerprint scanner being particularly slow to tell the truth, but that's probably just down to having the one on the 3 as the reference. Either way, I don't feel hard by. Getting used to navigation gestures going to be difficult but.

I'll miss my beloved notification light, but it really is a barn burner of a phone.

ciara1052

My phone died yesterday and I am looking at grabbing one of these on amazon today. Just before I pull the trigger, how are you guys finding the camera? Like I'm not expecting it to be as good as a Pixel/Samsung S9 or anything but is it still good for the 589e or so you paid for the phone?

I actually posted before looking for a recommendation for a christmas present and ended up getting the OP6 as a gift for someone else. Currently under the christmas tree and I'm sitting here without a phone....

Thanks.

tedpan

ciara1052 wrote:

My phone died yesterday and I am looking at grabbing one of these on amazon today. Just before I pull the trigger, how are you guys finding the camera? Like I'm not expecting it to be as good as a Pixel/Samsung S9 or anything but is it still good for the 589e or so you paid for the phone?

Why buy from Amazon, directly from OnePlus is faster. Took 2 days for me

Narcissus

ciara1052 wrote: »

My phone died yesterday and I am looking at grabbing one of these on amazon today. Just before I pull the trigger, how are you guys finding the camera? Like I'm not expecting it to be as good as a Pixel/Samsung S9 or anything but is it still good for the 589e or so you paid for the phone?

I actually posted before looking for a recommendation for a christmas present and ended up getting the OP6 as a gift for someone else. Currently under the christmas tree and I'm sitting here without a phone....

Thanks.

If those are your expectations then you'd be happy, the camera is very good on it. There are many things on the phone that make it a fantastic choice though.

Narcissus

I recently switched to Android after using Apple for the last decade or so. I got the One Plus 6T last week and loving it so far. I read lots of comments here and watched many reviews before buying it.

Some initial thoughts on it:
Oxygen OS is really fantastic, some things I love about it mentioned in this video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X46QnC0rWBs

It is super snappy, you can turn off animations and it's almost too quick so I left them on

Battery is great, I'd be a light to moderate user and get about 2-3 days out of it.
And the fast charging too
Haven't used the camera too much but so far it's good.

The finger print scanner works well but not 100% i'd say, I started to use the face recognition also and that is super.

Not to mention the price is half of the iPhone XS (base model which only gives you 64gb :rolleyes:)

all in all very happy with it

ciara1052

This would be the first time I've got myself a phone over 500e, there's no way I could justify getting any of the newer iphones (that and I just prefer android devices in general). It seems like great value for the specs. Cheers

TitianGerm

ciara1052 wrote: »

This would be the first time I've got myself a phone over 500e, there's no way I could justify getting any of the newer iphones (that and I just prefer android devices in general). It seems like great value for the specs. Cheers

If you don't want to spend €500 on a phone you could consider the Xiaomi Redmi note 6 Pro. It's £180 on Amazon at the minute.

tedpan

TitianGerm wrote:

If you don't want to spend €500 on a phone you could consider the Xiaomi Redmi note 6 Pro. It's £180 on Amazon at the minute.

Or if you want the flagship processor, the pocophone is 300e

ciara1052

TitianGerm wrote: »

If you don't want to spend €500 on a phone you could consider the Xiaomi Redmi note 6 Pro. It's £180 on Amazon at the minute.

tedpan wrote: »

Or if you want the flagship processor, the pocophone is 300e

I actually looked into both of those and as far as I'm aware there's no NFC on either of those phones? It's one of the features I really like (just so handy for topping up the leap card or whatever).

The pocophone in particular looks amazing though that aside.

tedpan

ciara1052 wrote:

I actually looked into both of those and as far as I'm aware there's no NFC on either of those phones? It's one of the features I really like (just so handy for topping up the leap card or whatever).

True, I didn't realise your requirements.

Just get the 6t, it's awesome!

ciara1052

tedpan wrote: »

True, I didn't realise your requirements.

Just get the 6t, it's awesome!

I just went onto the one plus website there to order and they 8GB ram/128gb is out of stock If I'm ordering from amazon, should I go for the international version/european version or UK version? I presume EU/UK are grand?

Thanks for all the input again