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[ZTE Axon Pro] bruce7373:
I haven't even gotten mine yet, but this guy obviously likes to trivialize. Either that or he's not the sharpest tack in the box. A four-year-old would learn fairly quickly what the navigational dots mean and do. I like the fact they're not always visible. As for the dots on a new app icon, it exactly what Windows does with new installations, highlights them. I personally don't need the reminder, but it doesn't make me scratch my head.

I'm anxious to hear the sound quality as that was the first thing a rep of ZTE went on about when I contacted them with questions about, ironically, their return policy, lol. But that is also highly subjective (we're talking about a phone, after all, not a home theater system). Anyway, I'll know soon enough. :)

There is a point to be made about the dedicated shutter button not pulling up the camera...until you do it accidentally in your pocket a couple of times and drain your battery. The haptic (non)response of the battery does look like something that was missed and could be corrected in an update.
[ZTE Axon Pro] dligon:
I also like the fact the navigational dots light up blue and that is not confusing at all. The swiping up on the home button and getting the music player or the information widget which you can't customize does take a while to get used to.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Harfainx:
Ordered on Saturday, August 1.

Arrived Tuesday, August 4.

Amazon

I've been enjoying it so far. Sound is surprisingly good for only one speaker.

The camera button is honestly one of the finest parts of this phone. It's a soft button so you don't shake the phone when you press it. It only activates if you're already on camera, so it won't get in your way for anything else.

I like that there's an option for silent boot (disable boot sounds). I don't know why that isn't something standard at this point.

The camera is pretty good. Not anything amazing, but definitely solid.

Overall I'm fairly impressed with the phone so far though. I have my nav buttons turned off all the time, so they don't light up. I personally don't need to be able to see them.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
It's silly, but with everything else I really like about this phone, the glowing home button on notifications and charging is the little touch I like the best. Nice and subtle and has a smooth breathing effect that looks really nice. I like it much better than other phones bright colored LED flash that looks like a strobe light going off in the middle of the night.
[ZTE Axon Pro] gflash2015:
A little toasty!

OK, got my phone this morning. Comparing the screen to my Nexus 5 while playing a YouTube video. Wow, it does get a little toasty (at least compared to my Nexus 5)!
[ZTE Axon Pro] adamo86:
How many version of this phone are there?
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Three. Axon Pro, Axon Mini and Axon Lux. Only the Pro released in US so far.
[ZTE Axon Pro] adamo86:
Which version I the best?

And which version has fingerprint?
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Axon Lux answers both inquiries. 128GB of storage and fingerprint sensor.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
Yeah, the phone does get warm when playing video. It picks the oddest games to warm up on. Runs zen pinball and other 3d games fine, but this silly little skiing game turns the phone crazy hot. Still, games run like a dream on this thing.
[ZTE Axon Pro] adamo86:
What's the difference between the axon mini and lux.

There is actually 4 versions I read on techno. The mini being in the dark still not knowing it's spec. Anyway I want to buy the lux version. Which has dual sim with memory card option am I correct.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/ZTE-...torage-space-Axon-Mini-and-Axon-Watch_id71786
[ZTE Axon Pro] adamo86:
Is this the lux version

https://youtu.be/OxSuqUpqo3E
[ZTE Axon Pro] gflash2015:
Tap And Go?

Anyone tried tap and go? I can't seem to get it to work.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Yes it is, good find
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Set mine up manually, didn't use tap and go, sorry.
[ZTE Axon Pro] adamo86:
The led on the home button is it multi coloured
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
No, white only
[ZTE Axon Pro] Sithben24:
Yeah, worked for me coming from a OPO.
[ZTE Axon Pro] gflash2015:
OK, I did some more NFC testing on the Axon vs. Nexus 5 (as I accidently got a second Axon sent to me by Amazon - I need to send it back). Two Nexus 5s back to back work correctly and two Axons back to back work correctly. However to get the Nexus 5 to talk to the Axon over NFC, the Nexus 5 needs its screen 50% above the Axon. I never would have figured that out without the second Axon being sent to me (I thought the NFC on the Axon was broken)...
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
This device charges fairly rapidly as well, compared to some other devices I own it's up and running very quickly. I must say I am very satisfied with this phone so far, especially considering the reasonable price point.
[ZTE Axon Pro] cliffr39:
Agree. The ZTE charges faster than the Asus Zenfone 2 - and they both are Qualcomm Quick Charge. Definite plus!

I do have a few glitches, one being Bluetooth. Every time I go to pair a device it only shows a list of BT MAC Addresses and takes a very long time (2+ minutes) to show me the device names. Makes it hard to know which device you are trying to add (I see all the Fitbit devices in the house, my Garmin devices, for some reason my Samsung TV shows up as a BT device, etc, so a long list of MAC Addresses).
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
For those of you that have received your Axons and have had a few days to utilize, what are your thoughts?
[ZTE Axon Pro] cliffr39:
I'm very mixed with it vs my Asus ZenFone 2. I actually am creating a comparison spreadsheet for me to decide which is going back. It may actually be this ZTE getting returned.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
I'm really enjoying mine. Coming from a Samsung I'm enjoying the lack of lock-down mode. I'm easily getting a full day of battery with around 4h screen on time. Also enjoying all of the comments I get from people when they see the phone. The design of it really stands out.
[ZTE Axon Pro] mahst68:
It's simply better than anything else on T-Mobile. I have had literally every phone that can be considered a "flagship". The only phone it compares to is the nexus 6, but smaller and better form factor. Wish the camera was slightly less gimmicky and more substance. Hopefully an software update can fix that. Speaking of did anyone hear if we are getting a stagefright update? Meant to call the Axon hotline to see. Anyway great phone
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
I ran the Lookout app to check for Stagefright vulnerability and it stated this device is not affected by it.
[ZTE Axon Pro] gflash2015:
Compared to my Nexus 5, the display is awesome. I am liking that.

The camera I am not so sure about...but perhaps I am too used to the overtly warm colours of the Nexus 5.

I wish they had used the standard Google phone app. Whilst you can filter out contacts without phone numbers in contacts you can't filter them out in the phone app itself. As GMail by default appears to make a contact out of every person you emailed too I have all sorts of crap appearing making it hard to find my real contacts.

I wish I could also disable the swipe from the bottom functionality. I keep seeing crap for applications that I have disabled and hell will freeze over before I will ever use (i.e. Yahoo Sports and Azumio).

I found a bug in the "storage display". Sometimes it will display "System memory" as "Used Space" + "Real System Memory".

It is annoying but OK. I am sure it will get better over time. Hopefully some custom ROMs are eventually released for it as well.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Lamsednav:
First post on this forum, hello.

As a Belgian ordered this phone from amazon so waiting eagerly on this phone.

Looks very good, cannot wait.

I will be place a review when I get it.

Greetz,

Tom
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Thanks and welcome!
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Any other users get their Axons? See some reports of dropped calls on ZTE USA site, no such issue here, call quality is excellent.
[ZTE Axon Pro] mahst68:
Yeah I believe it's user error. Excellent phone. ZTE should just buy HTC & become ZTEC and make bad ass phones like the Avon. It's funny all the people waiting for the inferior IMO Oneplus 2, now delayed 2 to 3 weeks in the states. Hell the new Nexus's will be out and they will be after thoughts
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
I'm having the same experience. Not one dropped call here. In fact, most people can hear me better on this phone than on my $900 note edge. Very satisfied here.
[ZTE Axon Pro] cliffr39:
Yeah I had zero call drop issues. But, I did have an issue that the screen would not turn off when I put the phone to my ear during a call. Since I had nothing on the phone I did a factory reset and it didn't happen again.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Sebring5:
This phone is better than the Nexus 6 I own. No more switching to speaker so the caller can hear me. No problems switching automatically from wifi to ATT and vice versa. I no longer have to turn wi-fi off when the signal is weak to use a stronger cellular signal. Everything else works either the same or better. Browsing seems faster.. Certainly better sized and designed.
[ZTE Axon Pro] rpjk2000:
So far I really enjoy this phone. I have had the G4, Samsung S6 and the S6 Active and I think I like this one better then all those "flagship phones". The one thing I wish it had is the ability to change the color of the notification light and that it was brighter. I have a hard time seeing it outside.
[ZTE Axon Pro] mahst68:
I think if we gain root, it could be manipulated... however, I like that it is not so bright since I face mine towards me on a stand when I go to bed. Typically with other phones, I have to turn the indication led off because would get blasted by green / blue / yellow etc while trying to sleep.... Like the guy trying to fall asleep in a cheap hotel room and there's a giant neon light flashing out side his door :silly:
[ZTE Axon Pro] Jonathan.Parker2005:
Picked up one of these from Amazon, I have a Find7, OPO and a Nexus 5. I liking the Axon a lot. I'm having some issues with WiFi but I'm pretty that's something at my house but my other phones seem ok. I would just like some more case/cover options. It's a really nice looking phone but it'll get beat up fast. I have the ZTE official one coming though, for now. The screen is really nice. The camera is a bit derpy sometimes but I have a OPO and Find7 so I'm used to it. I dont get the swipe up Yahoo sports thing but other than that it's pukka.

Also, any news of root? I'm really missing my Adaway.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
I'm sure root will come. The phone allows for oem unlock in developer settings, which is a good first step. If I knew the first thing about setting up root on a new phone I'd be all over it. The forum has been scratching their collective heads on how to boot into the bootloader however.
[ZTE Axon Pro] mik6:
For me if root and custom rom come before an invite for OP2, I'll problably buy the ZTE Axon
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Max was rooted with Kingroot. I gave it a shot and no luck. I was the fifth to try/fail. It will come. Device has only been out two weeks.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
Honestly, I joined the invite list for the OP2 before the stats were confirmed. Other than the slightly lower price point, I'm not really seeing a huge reason for the OP2 vs the Axon. Similar hardware under the hood, but the Axon looks so much nicer. To each their own really though. I'm in the camp of getting whatever phone suits you the best :D.
[ZTE Axon Pro] mahst68:
And NFC. And Quick Charge. Don't forget. So in hardware regards Axon wins. Oh yeah. And Dolby Sound Processing.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Question

I just got my device , so far its been pretty great but i was thinking if htere is any site of official support for the phone to know if there are going to be updates for it. Some things on the OS seem half baked like, silence leaving all other sounds but ringtone on, the download manager with HOLO, etc.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
www.zteusa.com/support_page/
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
thNks

Thanks what i was trying to ask for were official ofrums or somerhing too see if there is any update planned or something
[ZTE Axon Pro] Lamsednav:
Is there a way to get rid of that silly Yahoo Sports?

Verstuurd vanaf mijn A0001 met Tapatalk
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
So far I haven't seen a way to get it out of the Ztray pop-up. You can disable it and the fitness tracker app like you can any system app in lollipop. Just go into app settings and set it to disable. Keeps the apps from running in the background and using battery. It'll still show up in the Ztray, but I hardly ever use that anyway. I'm hoping in the future you can customize the tray with your own widgets because it's a nice interface.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Wel...

Well theres no going back now, i just sold my nexus 6. However I was wondering if anyone knows how well ZTE updates their phones ? .. There are some buggy stuff and software areas that could be MUCH better for our expirience..
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
First ZTE phone for me. I'm interested as well. Coming from Sony, anything has to be faster than them.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Hahah yeah , well i hope they do, there are some weird looking areas, like the notification drop, it looks weird mis aligned. Also they eliminated DO NOT DISTURB mode from lollipop, the incoming call widget that appeared when you were in an app do it didnt interrupted your activity. The system Icons are Kitkat ones, they are not using the lollipop ones, there are a lot of weird areas. I like the phone, but i would love an update adding / fixing that stuff. Did you find anything wrong ?
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
To be honest, no. But I haven't been looking for any that's probably why. I appreciate your observations. They make me curious, to say the least.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Yeah i thought you woulndt , since sony has their own skin. I notice all these stuff becasue the nexus 6 was stock, and this is semi-stock. But overall its great, love the camera software ! it looks really good, I loled at the Beautify Option on the selfies, they had to add that because 8mb was too much for frontals ! hahahahha
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
I hadn't really noticed the icons either, but I'm using Smart Launcher 3 with the phone. I rarely use the stock launchers on my phones. I agree on the camera software. Works really well and snaps quick photos. I know the bokeh effect is gimmicky, but outside it lets you take some really neat shots. The manual mode makes up for quite a bit of the shortcomings of the auto mode so you can get that perfect shot. It's quick enough to snap photos of my 1-year-old daughter indoors even with how much she moves.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Lamsednav:
So, just got this phone delivered from DHL Express. Fast delivery from USA to Belgium like they said (2-3 shipping days)

I have taken use of Borderlinx to get my phone from the US to Belgium. Good service from Amazon and Borderlinx.

However with the extra taxes & duties the total price of the phone & case was well above 600 dollars as I kinda expected.

My first impressions as I browsed the phone from 30 minutes.

* Maybe it is because it's charging while I work with it? The phone gets HOT, really HOT.

Guess it's just the Snapdragon 810 is doing what it's known for, fast but hot.

* Smooth browsing through the phone, this is a BEAST.

* Takes some time getting used to, language is set on English. Hoping for a Root real soon.

* The Quick Charge is impressive to say the least.

* Coming from a Oneplus One, some functions which helped a lot from me are missing.

Like to adjust the notification LED colors for each program, for example Blue for SMS, Green for FB, Yellow for Whatsapp-message.

I'm really missing that.

* To me, the Ion Gold looks marvelous, I like the design a lot and it feels good in hand.

* EDIT: The sound, INCREDIBLE. This is the main reason why I bought this phone. FUUUCK, this just sounds 100 times better then my OPO, even my computer. So full of detail.

Tested with Sennheiser in-ears, not the JBL's which come with the device.

* Together with the phone I ordered a Nagebee ZTE Axon case (It listed as a Lux-case but don't think there's any difference in design right?)

The left cutouts on the case (volume up & down) do not seem to fit. If you're a craftman I think you can cut it out a bit yourself though.

A big minus on that case for me!

Got some questions too:

Dutch isn't available on the phone as language, is there a way to get this on the Axon without getting access to custom ROMS?

And also, on my OPO I could change the display of the top right battery percentage. I don't seem to find this in the Axon settings? Any way to do that?

Greetz.

Tom.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Settings/language and input will allow some language customization. Don't believe battery percentage change is possible.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Lamsednav:
Found a "solution" to the battery percentage. Found some app that did that, I believe it was made on this forum. It's not very visible but it works however.

The language isn't such a big issue, it just takes some time getting used to.

To know if my phone network properly works it has to wait til Monday. I have micro-SIM and it doesn't fit in the Axon (Nano)

Don't want to cut it myself, read some issues that can come along. (Bad signal, getting stuck in tray, etc.. don't wanna risk that)
[ZTE Axon Pro] 903tex:
Considering this phone for the price(that and nexus 6) I've searched and can't find a solid answer so maybe owners of the phone can help me?

Does this phone support USB-Otg
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
My OTG Is arriving on monday, I can let you know by then.

I bought this one, having the Nexus 6, and I loved both phones. I had a chance to sell my Nex 6 for $400 and I did, I dont miss it tbh. But they are both great phones, HiFI music on the Axon is amazing, and the camera is also great. If you are coming from a Nexus 5 you might find some software choices on the Axon weird, like how the toggles behave, and the kitkat system icons they used in lollipop ( WIFI , BL , SIGNAL , ETC ). Nothing deal breaker, But other than that its been Great.

Ill let ya know if no one else dows, when i get mine.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
Using a Unitek SD to USB OTG adapter, works perfectly. I'm able to access all of my files on my SD card with no issue. Works native with no additional apps from the play store or anything.

EDIT: Just pulled up Google Play Music. It sees all of my music stored on my SD card using the OTG. So that's awesome to see right out of the box.
[ZTE Axon Pro] 903tex:
Thanks for the feedback and great to know that it supports otg!!!! Looks like I'll be making my purchase for the axon tonight!!!! Now to decide the gold or the blue/black lol
[ZTE Axon Pro] nalrodriguez:
I got the blue/black with gold accents, its pretty, my gf wants it now, haha.

Also, it does not look blue at all, only on super intense light, but its very pretty
[ZTE Axon Pro] 903tex:
Yes I order the black one as well. My girl wants one as well so she got the gold one. That way we can switch if we like the opposite lol
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Nice decicion , hahhaa , let me know when you get it, if you can get used to the Notification toggles , or you prefer Lollipop Stock ones, haha... thats the only thing that bugs me.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Ketelbinie971:
Can anybody that has one confirm it has two IMEI'S? Is there a difference between the ones you can buy in China and the ones in the US like the oneplus 2?
[ZTE Axon Pro] nalrodriguez:
You need to look at the bands for that, also i dont think it has two imeis because theres only one sim card slot. Axon pro is the only one for america, mini and lux for china.
[ZTE Axon Pro] dligon:
I've tried a few of the root methods from king root, framaroot and probably a few others with no luck has anyone else tried any others so that we can narrow down which ones don't work so maybe we can get root.
[ZTE Axon Pro] nalrodriguez:
Yes, i tried every method available, no luck.
[ZTE Axon Pro] StaticMoot:
Sadly I don't know much about obtaining root. Is it something that needs to be written specifically for the phone to take advantage of an exploit or does a rooted version of the phone's software need to be generated? Sorry for my ignorance.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
It's specific to the device and coding skills are required. Read how other ZTE devices have been rooted and it will give some clarity.
[ZTE Axon Pro] flewpastu:
hey guys just got email today that i won my AXON phone who knows how long itll take to get but still stuck with my sprint contract for a few more months anyway then ill probably use it on cricket .. anxious to try it out especially for audio and camera sill using my M8 HK
[ZTE Axon Pro] telemike:
I am looking at this phone and the Alcatel Idol 3. Wondering if the Axon is worth $200 more. I do like the front facing stereo speakers on the Alcatel and it has JBL sound as well. I am not sure if the audio DAC is as good as the Axon though. I have a '13 Moto X which I love but I want a bigger screen and more storage for music files, preferably FLAC or 320K mp3.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Won? In a contest?
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Interesting point about storage. That is the one thing I wish this phone had, expandable storage. If you give the user the ability to play flac files, why cap storage? They are up to five times larger than mp3's.
[ZTE Axon Pro] flewpastu:
i saw a post on twitter a cpl of months ago ( i rarely use twitter ) but was about commenting on the phone for a chance to win an axon phone ( You wish ) so i did and im told please allow it 2 to 3 weeks for delivery no idea what color tho .. cant wait to get it and check out audio and camera very excited

would love a mSD slot since i already have a 64gb class 10 but while at it wouldnt mind keeping my IR blaster
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
That's awesome congrats. You will definitely like the phone. Especially music through headphones. Post your thoughts once received.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Yup i agree on what augie says, Let us know what you think about it. My 1+2 is arriving this week so I might be able to do a comparison of the two.
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Nice, anxious to hear the comparison
[ZTE Axon Pro] augie7107:
Not trying to be redundant but I am very impressed with the screen. Streaming Redskins/Lions right now and its ultra sharp.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Hahahaha yeah im quite impressed by it, also my battery life on wifi has been phenomenal, I got to 6hours 30 mins of screen on time last night.
[ZTE Axon Pro] Nal Rodriguez:
Well so far goes like this..

*The points named here, are the best things that said phone is better at compared to the other.

Axon

- Screen ( Brighter and clearer , 2k to 1080 )

- Sound on Headphones ( There was no doubt here )

- Charge Time ( Axon is super fast )

- NFC ( I dont use it, but some people do and 1+2 does not have it, so its only fair )

OnePlus TWO

-Fingerprint Scanner ( its good, its fast, it works )

-Software ( More tweaks, and customization )

-Type C ( While does not fast charge, its easier to plug it at night )

-*Storage ( 64GB , but well yeah , getting an invite sucks, but the axon is only 32GB tho. )

TIED

- Camera ( Axon shots faster but tends to have some shots out of focus, 1+2 shoots slower but it mostly get the shot focused perfectly. Difference around +/- .75s )

- Battery ( 3000 on the axon with quickcharge but with a 2k display, 1+2 3300 with a 1080p Display without quickcharge. I should be able to atleast have 50%-75% more screen usage on the 1+2 , and less worry to charge. However that needs testing, so when I use my first full charge, illl update it )

- Build Quality ( Axon build quality is great, but so is the 1+2 it feels great, both do. Style swap covers are nice, if you get bored of the same quickly tho.

Thats it so far, I been with it for like 2-3 hours but its been mostly setting up and trying things. What I can say is , both are great value for the money. You cant go wrong with any choice.