yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=55274034

Here you go.. pics have been shared.. i guess they have a different packaging for india
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Sy1ar:
difference between 2 and 2.1 quoted from online seller
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well can you elaborate how you consider it to be fake ones and not the original
[Nexus 5 Accessories] reneftw:
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=16624&aid=63508&from=album&page=1&mobile=2

These are original piston v2.

There are only 3 versions of these headphones, not HK or China or India or whatever.

1. First edition

2. Second edition, v2

3. IF comemorative edition, that was issued in only 500 pairs of headphones and are out of stock everywhere

Why are yours fake?

1. They have a more silver color than a gold one, but this could be due to a bad camera

2. I wouldn't say the inside of the package smells like a chocolate per-say, but it really comes close to the way the chocolate smell

3. On the photo with the paperbox, on the center of the inside, there should have been just 1 big picture, and not 4 small ones.

4. The code on the box, in lower right: "GB/T smth" it should have been "EN smth"

5. The "1" from "1moredesign" should have had a totally different font.

So, bad news, but you got screwed on aliexpress. Don't worry, you are not the first neither the last one getting fake items from aliexpress.

L. E. So please, delete all the pictures before someone believes these are originals.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Sy1ar:
[MENTION=2759539]shhbz[/MENTION] check for the metal clip and S/M/L printed on the case and R/L on the earphones when you receive it from flipkart and please report back.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
All are avbl except for carry pouch..

Ofcourse packaging differs for each country.. description matches

it's manufactured and imported in aug14

I can say its v2.1 if what you call that as .. it's definitely the latest one

i don't think xiaomi still manufacturing v2 in aug14
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well you are right on the part indeed it comes it three version but what I meant was it was imported from hongkong and it was missing the choclate smell and I did not wanted to go deep into the smell though the rubber case did smell but indeed it was not that choclate though.

seems you need to do your findings right first of all its the v2.1 and not the v2 which your reply seems to be on v2

Why are yours fake?

1. They have a more silver color than a gold one, but this could be due to a bad camera----well its my camera indeed and low light pictures taken at night

2. I wouldn't say the inside of the package smells like a chocolate per-say, but it really comes close to the way the chocolate smell--- so dont want to get into this smell thisng

3. On the photo with the paperbox, on the center of the inside, there should have been just 1 big picture, and not 4 small ones. ----thats the details for v2 but not for v2.1 better search the net and find out more on v2.1 instead bagging on v2 details

4. The code on the box, in lower right: "GB/T smth" it should have been "EN smth" --- again EN smth is printed on v2 and GB/T on the v2.1 piston

5. The "1" from "1moredesign" should have had a totally different font.---well God knows which font

So, I believe you should go and get much more info on the v2.1 piston rather then claiming to be the smart guy and hijacking the thread ,If it would have been fake it would not have been uploaded here with such details just to make sure people get the v2.1 the better side has been shown neither a guy like you who consider the v2 to be the v2.1.

you see knowledge is good but half knowledge is very dangerous

thanks for your comments I really appreciate :good: and indeed if you need one v2.1 go to the same seller I bought from and do check his feedback too as he has 97.4% positive feedback
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=55274034

What's your view on this?? Got from flipkart with the invoice
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Sy1ar:
does your case have a metal clip with S/M/L printed on case and R/L on the earphones?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] reneftw:
Man, you need to understand that xiaomi v2.1 does NOT exist, xiaomi never put out a 2.1 model, just a 2.0. All over the Internet (the official sources, not aliexpress), you will see "xiaomi piston 2nd edition". So yours ARE fakes! Search on xiaomi site or ibuygou, pandawill, merimobiles, sites that sell genuine xiaomi products, and see if you can find a 2.1 version.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
Yes it does.. i am not in doubt about genuineness but confused about versions created in the reseller websites..

So flipkart is selling the latest ones without doubts..

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well xiaomi did updated the old piston 2 in the year 2014 and maybe people have hyped about it as v2.1 but yes it indeed a new verison with few branding change on box and extra clip and stuff and a better drivers and even the seller has made their sale as piston2 but you see people around here in order to get the new version want some details on the 2014 packaging and since most familiar with the name v2.1 updated piston so I will end this discussion here, so if you consider mine to be fake, I am happy for you end of discussion now its time for some bass on my v2.1 Piston

People are wise enough to choose what they need
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Sy1ar:
you got it for 799?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
indeed you got a genuine one as seen here http://www.lowyat.net/2014/08/review-xiaomi-piston-earphones-2-0-as-good-as-gold/
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
for your eye and a better understanding on the original and fake here you go and a link for reference http://en.miui.com/thread-23239-1-1.html and few pic of the same I recieved

MOD EDIT: Original post slightly edited for racism reasons
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
999 since i had a gift voucher it costed me 799
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bradputt:
well............ i happens to have both.

as you can see i bought mine from ibuygou (aliexpress) and the IF commemorative version from their official online store in my country (singapore)

i'm 100% sure they are not fakes.

here's the different package.

left is the first version and the right is the IF version

omg, i need to clean my tips!!!

and yeah, xiaomi does not make these any more. there's only those color plastic ones on sale now.

---------- Post added at 07:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:07 PM ----------

just checked xiaomi china's forum.

they just launched piston 2 silver.

http://bbs.xiaomi.cn/thread-10608412-1-1.html

as you can see from their sales page, there's a clip on it. most likely later ones does comes with a clip after the IF version.

http://www.mi.com/item/1143500022

i believe TS got the real deal......
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
@bradputt yes indeed the later ones does comes with clip without the IF branding

I request all to stay on topic and end up this racism stuff, the post has been reported so I request all rather to contribute to the thread with their experience of the latest Piston2 v2.1 or people having both indeed
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
They definitely sound better after burning few hours.. enjoying it!! Bang for the buck..

No equaliser settings in google music and still sounds good..

Yet to try with other music players..

Only concern is the fitting is not very apt even with other sized earbuds i guess the design element had made the ear phone dominate the ear hole :P i have to push hard to make them sit tightly..

Sent from my Nexus 5

---------- Post added at 04:51 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:49 AM ----------

Dude there is not v2.1

This is the only model being sold..

Even if you get the other one there's no difference in performance since the technical specifications are same..

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] pankajsammal:
love the clean sound that these headphones, i got mine 6 months ago from aliexpress, got all the accessories (clip, 3 sets of ear buds in the box 1 attached with headphone) and my box still smells of chocolates after 6 month... :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well here is where people are confusing as you see everywhere the most popular piston2 did got an updated version in 2014 which was on sale by the same name Xiaomi Piston 2 but to distinguish between the old lot and the new one people at all other forum and online blog label it as v2.1 just to understand that's its the discussion on the new 2014 release by Xiaomi did manufactured an updated version with eartip marking in the box (S/M/L), strain relief marking L/R and a ring around R, and metal shirt clip included in the package.

a lot more has been discussed here http://www.head-fi.org/t/703651/the-xiaomi-pistons-thread where the piston got the most attention worlwide with post of different verison of the piston.

But yes to make it short either you consider it Xiaomi Piston2 - 2014 release or just by Xiomi Piston2 v2.1 for an understanding of the latest stock.

Since I don't own a piston2 old stock so wont comment on it but if you want more details you can head over to head-fi thread linked and see what people have to say comparing the 2 rather the old stock and the new one which is hypothetically considered as v2.1
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
go through the first post it has been updated and see your findings if its the same
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
I also have etymotic mc5 which costed me $60.. it also came with buds and a carry pouch..

Amazing clarity and very good lows and mids.. but lacks bass and highs not so punchy.. no mic or controls as well..

Pistons on other hand is having the right bass but not as amazingly clear as the mc5 but this is $17 so i can say this is the best.. given the build, comfort and affortability..

So i use both headphones based on mood now..

I still don't get when people say it's costly for a Chinese brand .. they don't know unless they experience i can say..

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ozzmanj1:
Shhbz, thank you big time for the first post, the attention to detail in giving everyone a heads up is awesome. Thank you. I have gone through the pages here several times and have yet to see a link for where to buy these headphones officially, so as not to buy the fakes. Any chance someone can post a link for a place that ships to the United States? Either way, big thank you again OP.

Edt:

Due to the fakes running around, I am looking at Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Xiao...-Smartphone/dp/B00HUNUOJW/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t

http://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Commem...on-Earphone/dp/B00JXJIKEW/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Xiao...-Smartphone/dp/B00M7S03PA/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t

I would certainly hope that Amazon wouldnt allow fakes to be sold, however is there enough info on the pages above that someone could tell me all three link are for the real deal or fakes? I really would like to buy these earphones and want to be positive that what I am buying are the real deal. Thank you in advance.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] zephiK:
I purchased mines about a month ago from a seller on Amazon named boat2014 and was fulfilled by Amazon. I can't vouch for any seller but the order from boat2014 in the past have been legit.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HUNUOJW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1410099959&sr=8-1

I don't think you could go wrong with any orders fulfilled from Amazon and if they're fake Amazon can refund you for it (or something equivalent). Just take a look at their past ratings as well as how long they've been a seller for. Some of the reviews of the sellers mention pistons.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well according to various user comments

here are some genuine link and the updated version of the piston2

http://www.ibuygou.com/p-original_xiaomi_piston_earphone_updated_version_brown-5708.html

http://www.amazon.com/Original-Xiao...UOJW/ref=aag_m_pw_dp?ie=UTF8&m=A2B59D54SKZG5G ---- seller Zhengnan'shop

the IF Commemorative edition was a limited edition so cant comment if its the original one you linked as it went out of stock everywhere pretty soon so not sure how the seller still have the stock buy yes the IF edition sound was a bit better compared to the updated piston2 but still I would suggest to go for just the updated version of the Piston2
[Nexus 5 Accessories] theesotericone:
I'll second the fact the boat2014 sells legit pistons. That seller doesn't have anymore in stock so it's a mute point for now. The link the OP provided to Zhengans also appear to be legit. Many users here and on other forums have purchased genuine ones there.

As far as the OP's pistons go they look legit to me. I spent hours researching how to tell the fakes from the real ones. The OP's packaging looks identical to mine. So either two people who spent the time and effort to research sources for legit pistons got it wrong and some random internet racist troll is right. I'll let the community decide.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] laufersteppenwolf:
Come on guys, there is really no reason for racism in here.

Here on XDA, we aren't indians, germans, americans, whatever. We are one community, no matter what country we live in.

---> thread cleaned
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Chamku:
Still confused

hii sshbz, What do you suggest should i go for piston available on flipkart or not. I am having Audio technica CKN50 with me. Just wanted to go for Piston as an alternative since i have read nyc things abt it. But after reading ur post i am in afix .PLz suggest.:(
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
I would suggest a NO its not as good as imported ones and as mentioned the kevlar seems be of low quality and even the hole under the earbud is at different position if you have check out the images its like flipkart stuff are 7/10 on my calculation while the imported ones are 9.5/10 I deducted .5 that too just bcoz of the earbud sometime slipping out but afaik it wont fall off but the tightness of the earbuds to the ear can be achieved by using different earbuds .

I got it at price of around 1156 converting 19.2$ to INR and its worth the price I dont care about the warranty though the seller has 1 year warranty and good replacement option if there is probs so I bought it on the go.

If you really wish to buy go for the imported ones ensuring its original and the updated ones

I was just checking out pandawill and the price seem quite good after applying coupon PANDA2014 and the feedback is even positive just the waiting time is same as everywhere
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
Haven't you gone through my comments ?? :banghead:

Sent from my Nexus 5

---------- Post added at 04:01 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:55 PM ----------

Dude just because you imported it with higher price tag you can't say that fk one is low quality one :what:

Xiaomi official site is selling at 90yuan which is lesser than fk price when converted.. aliexpress or other resellers at different website are just selling at higher price tag and no additional manufacturing is done..

Fk is indeed selling genuine ones.. and they are imported ones too not manufactured in India by fk or xiaomi :D

So if anyone looking out for buying from fk don't hesitate..

Ps I'm not a fk promoter or fan.. just another customer with unbiased opinion

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
seems you have missed the update on the first post dude it was hand in hand comparison with flipkart piston as I have both so the choice is open for you,I am not saying flipkart is selling fake but the sound reproduction and other stuff is not upto the mark as,

There is definitely a different scenario altogether as you see flipkart marking of L/R just below the eartip and even the placing of hole inside the earbuds. Check it out then you will know the difference in the first post and afaik this review http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2671888 even shows the same as mine and all other online blog .

I am not bothered about the smell of the box and stuff but when it comes to sound reproduction flipkart Piston does not satisfy me at all as you see despite having one from aliexpress I ordered one from flipkart too just to ensure that our community here gets the best deal despite losing money on the flipkart stuff and as I said you can fell the difference only if you have both so I did have both to compare,

I dont have anything against Xiaomi or flipkart as myself have bought 3 Mi3 for my family members and many other product but I wish these Piston from Flipkart would have satisfied me just as the other, i have asked few friends who have bought from different online site so will even get a clear picture once I get an update when they receive theirs.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
Initially even mine didn't sound better but after burn in period the sound reproduction is much better.. yes treble and bass are a higher side but sounds balanced.. i tried setting only bass to higher in equaliser but lacks punch.. so without any equaliser settings they sound good and they are even better with poweramp..

With respect to markings of R/L fk ones are embossed on the rubber not printed like the imported ones.. so the prints might vanish in due course but the embossed feels much premium and better..

And the hole is supposed to be on the lower end not on top of the ear plugs.. as i see with my other brand headphones.. i really don't b understand how that's gonna be a disadvantage..

And the Kevlar is definitely very strong and feels good..

Gold colour is not brownish but its like a campaign gold not pure gold.. I'm doubting the imported ones now :p

Ps i went through you your first post and edited my comment as well but you quoted the previous one..

Just give it some burning period and see the difference..

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
yes you are right I will edit that out as I realized last night that a better word to describe the color would be champagne gold but was too sleepy to edit the post, can you share pic of the hole placement on yours Piston delivered from Flipkart and about the burn in well that was already said earlier that my review was initial on had not gone through the burn in period but both were in initial burn in so all in all the difference was felt.

Lol, now let the community decide on what they choose as I took the extra initiative of getting the flipkart as many had confusion making the decision so they just need to go through the first post and make their decision to get one from wherever they wish to :good: my perspective cannot be laid on all so they have the choice on their hand I just wrote what I found in my initial findings.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
[MENTION=2759539]shhbz[/MENTION] you have done a great job differentiating the versions and models with the views..

Is just the audio quality reviews is definitely based on use perspective and experience , and the choice of songs and the quality of Song downloaded..

So yes in best interest let the users decide where they wanna buy

Ps fk ones didn't smell chocolate either si don't bother about the smell.. and the gold colour depends on lighting conditions for camera eyes

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
oh yeah ! I use .m4a file extension and some song I tested was

#SELFIE (Official Music Video) - The Chainsmokers

Afrojack & Martin Garrix - Turn Up The Speakers (Official Music Video)

Baby Doll Ragini MMS 2 Full Song (Audio) Sunny Leone

BEST CLUB DANCE ELECTRO HOUSE MUSIC MIX 2014 [EP.73] - By Dj Epsilon

NEW SUMMER DANCE & ELECTRO HOUSE MEGAMIX VOL.2 - By Dj Epsilon

Lil Wayne-Lollipop (Official Video)

I got it from youtube converting directly to .m4a audio using 4k video converter
[Nexus 5 Accessories] LMH1998:
Got mine today :)

The unboxing experiance was really nice! The chocolate smell is a pretty nice toutch.

The audio is amazing, I must say! They work well with my Nexus 5.

The sound is even more amazing with the viper4android audio mod!

You guys really have to get these a long with your Nexus device.

Greetz,

BTv
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
yes indeed it works great with viper4android and even without but with viper it get its additional boost
[Nexus 5 Accessories] lokoz89:
Great review! This really got me interested in giving them a shot. I've been following most of the thread, but nobody is linking the V2 IF edition. Is there a reputable seller who has originals?

Thanks in advance,
[Nexus 5 Accessories] MarlX:
mine will arrive tomorrow, can't wait! :)

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
well the if edition is almost impossible to get and even if you get hands on those it may come out to be fake so just get the updated piston it will do the job well :good:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 2spirit:
The aliexpress seller (link in 1st page) really send original product piston 2.1 ?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
Yes indeed
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 2spirit:
OK thanks, I'm buying one.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
after purchase leave a pm to the seller for the same and it shall reach you within 20 days as the service is good from them
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ozzmanj1:
Just ordered from amazon. I have prime so it will be here tomorrow..from this seller:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUNUOJW/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_0LXgub1MZTQVW
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ozzmanj1:
These ear buds sound amazing!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
This is what all piston users feel
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ozzmanj1:
I just had my coworker and two family members tell me I was being "hyped" by these earbuds. Well.... now said coworker and two family members are making purchases for these earbuds from the same seller on Amazon I got mine from. I have a good set of headphones but have been disappointed with the last few earbuds I have purchased. My search is over, I think I might just buy a second pair as a backup to these, you know got two kids, 3 & 5.... something is bound to happen....

Anyways, thank OP!
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
Haha true ...well for me no children as of now but in your case seems really a backup needed as who know when they feel like engineers and start tearing apart but I must admit too at the price factor its a deal which every individual should aquire

Though i fear my wife would tear it as she is always careless using it and from the time she has got hands on it she always pick mine

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DrearierJester1:
I have these bought from Mi Philippines (through Lazada), I have the 2.1 version and it sounds great on my Acer Laptop with Dolby Sound Enhancements. Tomorrow my Nexus 5 will arrive and I will test it.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] MarlX:
how do you know it's 2.1?i thought there is no 2.1 released. only v2 and after that they just called the new release as 2.1.

got mine from LZD too, works really nice with N5 with Viper4android :)

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] DrearierJester1:
Got the info from this post bro: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=55274465&postcount=8

I think all Mi Piston 2 from LZD PH are V2.1. Anyway pretty excited with my new Nexus later today... waiting for LBC ... :laugh:
[Nexus 5 Accessories] eshopper:
I had a chance of using beats solo headphones worth 13k my cousin bought from singapore.. and it felt lol in front of xiaomi pistons worth 1k

Sent from my Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rollerdyke44:
Thanks OP

Ive ordered one silver pair :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] shhbz:
Great hope u ordered the new one release by xiaomi
[Nexus 5 Accessories] 2spirit:
I received mine from Aliexpress, very good product, the sound is amazing comparing to my old Samsung earphone !
[Nexus 5 Accessories] rollerdyke44:
Ordered this one silver for around 20$

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Top-...-Remote-Mic-for-MI2-MI2S-MI2A/1519281652.html

same pics as the one in the first post.

EDIT: oh damn! just noticed that the title is 100% New and not 100% original... now i dont know if i got the real deal :/
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Rattles:
i thought that the new 2.1 only comes in gold? i would check them well when you get them to make sure that they are not fake.