yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] satishp:
This depends on what your needs are:

This is why you should choose the Mix:

1. The Mix will outperform the Pixel when it comes to performance as the Mix has the standard variant of the Snapdragon 821 vs. the underclocked variant on the Pixel XL.

2. Also when you compare RAM, again the mix beats the pixel providing you are getting the 6GB Variant.

3. 256GB UFS 2.1 Storage vs. 128GB on the Pixel

4. Edge-less display vs. some of the biggest bezels seen on a phone.

5. 4400mah battery coupled with the FHD display translates to excellent battery life on the Mix

In the looks department, the Pixel looks like a piece of crap and doesn't even stand a chance against the Mix.

This is why you should choose the Pixel XL

1. Direct support from Google which means faster updates and a stock android experience. Xiaomi still hasn't released kernel sources and until then, development will be slow and crippled on the Mix. Xiaomi is known for not releasing kernel sources for some devices, especially devices that were specifically intended for the Chinese market. This is because most phones in China doesn't come with google services on board and customers are used to this. Xiaomi would regularly push MIUI updates with bugfixes and features but chances of the Android version getting updated are slim. Considering that Xiaomi considers the Mix as an achievement, they may actually choose not to abandon support for the device.

If you care about guaranteed Android updates, then the Pixel is the phone you should get.

2. One of the best phone cameras in the market and the poor Omnivision sensor used on the Mix doesn't even stand a chance next to the Pixel's camera.

3. QHD AMOLED Display on the Pixel XL.

The Mix is definitely an attention grabber and the Pixel looks just like any normal phone. The pixel is just ugly even compared to other competing flagships. But that's my opinion.

If you care about the novelty of owning cutting edge technology, get the Mix. If you care more about support and active development, get the Pixel.

Hope this helps.

PS, if you start a poll in the Mix forum comparing it to another device, guess which device will win? ;)
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] mlkemac:
I have both,

I find the only advantage the pixel has is the software and the enclosure. googles os is solid, and has lots of support.

my MIX is dressed as a pixel by flashing the pixel experience, so I get all the main features of the pixel anyways.

I use them both without a case, and the MIX is super fragile, i already have some minor damage from light use. the pixel holds up to a few drops here and there no problem.

I'd say the decision is between looks (the mix) and performance (pixel)
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
Thanks for the info! And it doesn't seem like a perfectly clear winning, so I think you were fairly non-biased!
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
Doesn't the Mi Mix have more ram and the same processor? So the performance and looks goes to the Mi Mix, but stability, support, and ecosystem goes to the Pixel?
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] wu5262:
I think the screen itself on PIXEL is a massive advantage. Coming from 3 Samsung Flagship devices now then Mix, the first thing I noticed (after the bezel-less wow factor) is how bad the screen is (In comparison). Sure, it's not that bad, may even be one of the best 1080p screen, but it's a clear no match for QHD AMOLED. I had a hard time skining my Mix at first because if I go for a really dark background, the weakness of non-AMOLED is just too much for me to bare. So at the end, i went for a slightly lighter darkish background. I don't need to go into too much detail explaining FHD vs QHD, they both have their advantages and weakness. For people who are used to better screen like the Samsung or Pixel, you may feel let down by Mix's screen quality, but don't worry, it just take some time getting used to, once you forgot about what you have seen before (the better screen), i think you will be ok with Mix's screen. And you will surely be amazed by the extra battery life due to lower resolution screen.

I personally don't care too much about camera so I leave that for other people to judge, but by now, you should already know Mix's camera is just there to fill the spec, nothing special.

I think posting the poll here on Mix's section will obvisously gives you more votes on Mix, same effect if you post it on Pixel's forum, you will see the numbers crashing Mix by far.
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] satishp:
Coming from an AMOLED, you're right that we may notice the contrast difference. I came from a QHD AMOLED as well and while I have felt the difference in contrast( This is more of an AMOLED vs. LCD thing), I haven't noticed much of a difference in sharpness. The IPS panel on the Mix is among the best FHD IPS panels though. Has a contrast ratio of 1500:1 and brightness close to 600nits. I do agree that it take a while getting used to the contrast especially if we are coming from an AMOLED panel.

The FHD resolution helps with battery and the battery life on the Mix is just excellent. So I'm fine with the resolution considering how awesome the rest of the phone is.
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] wu5262:
Ya, it's mostly the dark content, it's no longer true black like the super AMOLED on samsung, you can clearly see the black bezel when you put a completely black background on Mix, this won't happen if it's AMOLED, as with that type of screen, black is black and no backlight coming out from it. I haven't used a FHD screen for like...4+ years so hence the moment i saw Mix's screen, it was very noticeable. But now I am used to it, as long as I don't have other screen to compare to, you tend to forget about it eventually.

Would I pick Pixel's better screen over Mix's slightly worst screen (some would consider it much worst)? I won't, I am pretty happy with Mix. But if you ask the same question in PIXEL's forum, quite a lot of users there would say no Mix purely because of the screen type.

p.s. Indeed, sharpness wise, you really need to look closely to know the difference, but the true black (one of the big plus for AMOLED) is easily noticeable. just pull out any dark background and you knew right away what screen it is.
[Xiaomi Mi MIX  Questions & Answers] xNiNELiVES:
I also agree with Satishp. I see absolutely no difference in sharpness, only the ridiculously unbeatable contrast ratio. I'd honestly say the display is overall nicer since it's larger. Just my 2 cents.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
I have the Nexus 6P and the battery it starting to fail (I also want an upgrade lol) Should I get the Mi Mix or Pixel XL? Which is the best in your opinion and what are the Pros/Cons?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] UniX1rm:
We'll, it will be up to your preference, the only thing is, the mi mix is more of an experimental phase, while the pixel is just google's original experience, latest update, etc. I have the pixel now, and the only thing that's super annoying so far is the design, I wish the screen size was bigger, there is a lot of bezel. I have the iphone 7 plus "just for development and fun", and I like it because he bigger screen size!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
How is the iPhone 7? I remember in the 4 and 4s days the developer program and experience were horrible (at least on a linux platform), is the iPhone software any more open or android like?

(also thanks for your thoughts on the Pixel and Mi Mix!)
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] UniX1rm:
uw, for the iphone 7 plus that i have, the experience with the development had improved a little, not much from my opinion. It is more stream-lined now, compared to the past. I still prefer the android development platform. I am waiting for the iphone jailbreak because it is about to drop, and can try to do my tweaks on cydia.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ithehappy:
I don't understand how a Xiaomi could even be remotely compared with Pixel or any other reputed brands!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] nabbed:
Mi Mix seems like an awesome phone. Pixel XL is meh. How can you even compare?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] aholeinthewor1d:
That thing is ugly as hell. Idk how people think the pixel has big bezels.. It looks like a phone. Unkinke that other phone which is ridiculously stupid looking. Its not even functional to have a screen go that far. Make using it a nightmare.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] rickysidhu_:
Pixel XL for me, mainly because of PureNexus, haha. I don't know a whole lot about the amount of development that would go into the Mi Mix, but I'm guessing the Pixel XL will end up having more in terms of custom ROMs, Kernels, etc. and that's mainly what I look for in an Android smartphone.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
Well it has better specs, a larger screen (for the same size of device), more premium quality materials, and has all the newest things you can get in a device. The only thing the pixel has above the Xiaomi is ecosystem, stability, and a better out of the box OS.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] kkeith:
while i do agree with the marginally better specs and the larger screen, i am going to have to argue the "more premium quality materials". The pixel is made up of an aluminium unibody and glass, the mi mix from what i understand is aluminium as well, with a ceramic power button, which sounds swell until said button shatters when you drop the phone. Also i seriously doubt the build quality would up to par with the pixel as well. Another thing id be concerned with is the bezel-less display, which once again, if you drop the phone you would almost certainly at least crack it. the bezel-less phone would also make making a case difficult to fit and probably in some cases use the apps that you've grown accustomed to such as lmte for example.

If i were in the market for a new phone the mi mix would definitely be in the list of contenders, however the pixel xl is already a great phone, it has a fantastic 1440p screen, sd821 cpu (which can be oc'd, but i dont find it necessary),exceptional battery life (at least coming from samsung phones haha), the only downside i've personally found is storage which the mi mix simply has loads of.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] airmaxx23:
Since this is the Pixel XL part of the forum you're going to get biased responses supporting the Pixel.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
The Mi Mix is entirely ceramic not the just the buttons, and yes it will crack when dropped, but the pixel will scratch easily from literally almost anything, and deform when dropped due to the soft aluminium. Each material has their pros and cons, but ceramic is a more premium material. Also apps like lmte? What is lmte? Also there are a pretty good variety of cases that fit the phone, so that's complaining about something that isn't even a issue. As well the Mi Mix has a substantially larger battery and battery life.

I made this post to see what everyone liked about the differences and what they would choose over the other device, just like someone would choose a more premium but harder and more brittler material over a softer more malleable material.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
Not every response so far has been biased, and that is also the reason I made the same post on the Mi Mix forum!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] kkeith:
I've worked with ceramic a lot and at least from my experiences its best used as a high temp electrical insulator, not for anything that takes abuse, I've seen it crack, but not usually into 2 pieces. I personally would take a scratch or dent over a crack or chip every time, now that 6gb of ram and the internal storage is a definite plus.

If you want to get into it that way the pixel doesn't just scratch and deform from literally anything, I've dropped mine from about 3ft several times before I got my rhino shield bumper and there are no scratches on the body of my phone, a couple micro scratches on the glass portion on the back, but only visible at certain angles.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
I never said deform from literally anything, but the back scratches insanely easily.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ithehappy:
If you like Mi Mix I think you should purchase it. I don't think you need to praise how great the Mi Mix is and its built (ROFL) in Pixel section. You could do that in Mi section, if such a thing exists, and the other Mi owners should feel good about it.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ytsu12:
I like both phones and I am not praising one over the other, being made of a more high quality material is good, but strength, a better screen, and a amazing ecosystem is good aswell.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] skinnytoo2:
I have both, they offer a much different user experience. The one major issue I have with the Mi Mix is the phone volume. Because it doesn't have an earpiece speaker and uses vibration it is very difficult to hear if you're not in a silent room.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] nabbed:
How can one seriously compare Pixel XL to any other decent flagship?

I have a Pixel XL, it's supposed to be fast, but it's also riddled with bugs. Bluetooth bugs, Don't Disturb bugs, Project FI bugs. Those are the ones I personally experienced.

The only reason why I'm keeping this POS phone is because I paid $26 last month for Project FI. I wish I could use it with another phone, but Google said no. It said "use our POS."
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Bruce lee roy:
Are you really considering a smartphone in 2016 that sucks at making phone calls? The Mi is a neat concept but it is no real contender against any of the major flagships... definitely not the Pixel.

At this point Mi is a concept toy for adults - not intended to replace your regular device. Something you show off to the in-laws when they are visiting for the holidays. Concept speaker, size, and materials. If you have to choose just one device, you should be considering any number of devices above the Mi.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
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Hey, guys!! Wassup?

THIS, is my first publicly available ROM...

*Request you to post reviews*

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Introduction :

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Presenting,

Swift_AOSP BBQ Edition

Based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow

*In case you are wondering why I used INFECTED, read.*

*INFECTED indicates that the amazing sound mod "Biohazard" has been included within the ROM!!!*

*Thanks to Anandmore (dev) for permission*

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Instructions :

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1) From recovery, wipe dalvik, data, system, cache.

2) Flash v1.1 zip file.

3) Flash Gapps (pre-included gapps are buggy)

4) Flash explorer patch.

5) Flash Dolby patch.

6) Flash AM3D patch.

Optional : Flash SMS patch now.

7) Reboot and enjoy!

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Working :

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1) Everything major

2) Everything major

3) And everything else major...(LOL)

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Features :

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1) Performance = Max (as per source dev)

2) RRO themes supported

3) All kernels available for this ROM (second post)

4) ClearMotion working

5) MiraVision included

6) Biohazard sound mod included

7) Default kernel : Devil by @aryan kedare

8) System RAM consumption ~~ 150-200MB

9) Pre-rooted with SuperSU (free) by @chainfire

10) Included Nova launcher as system app for more RAM and performance.

11) Removed all other launchers

12) Completely compatible with android-nify build 801 (tested working flawlessly)

Want something more? Request it.

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Bugs/Not Working:

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1) Dolby digital plus (patch available)

2) AM3D sound mod (patch available)

3) SMS (patch available)

4) Security settings crash (fixed)

Note : SMS patch will cause bug 4 to appear. It's your choice... Security or SMS.

(Will change base to another aosp ROM for fixing security and SMS together.

5) Chrome dev crashing (To fix : update via play store, or restore a backup)

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Images :

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Credits :

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@HDHR, @Aryan Kedare, @SuperR., @IndianTigers, @sandeep_oo7, Anandmore, jrummy apps

(Please PM me if you think you should have been listed but haven't been)

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Please hit the thanks button if you like it.:good:

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Donation :

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Here is the Paytm code for donating to me :

Paytm donation : https://imgur.com/a/DQ3Kp

XDA:DevDB Information

Swift_AOSP-BBQ_Edition, ROM for the Lenovo A7000

Contributors

tanish2k09, HDHR, IndianTigers, Aryan Kedare, Sandeep_oo7, Anandmore (Biohazard dev)

ROM OS Version: 6.0.x Marshmallow

ROM Kernel: Linux 3.10.x

ROM Firmware Required: Custom Recovery (TWRP 3.0.2-1 recommended), This ROM (LOL), Some Patience...

Based On: AOSP

Version Information

Status: Abandoned

Current Stable Version: 1.1

Stable Release Date: 2017-02-02

Current Beta Version: 1

Beta Release Date: 2017-01-10

Created 2017-01-10

Last Updated 2017-02-17
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Links will be posted here

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ROM builds :

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Beta (pre-stable) Build 1 Link :

**BETA LINK CLOSED**

**PM me to request temporary re-opening**

Stable build v1.1 infected edition link :

(Unavailable since rom is closed now. Use ghost aosp.)

Patches:

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Explorer and offline charging patch :

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQZnR1TWJXRXRlVzg/view?usp=drivesdk

Dolby digital crash fix :

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQTjN6UmJpZ0pIMGc/view?usp=drivesdk

AM3D sound mod fix :

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQMFdydHJtWC1kV0E/view?usp=drivesdk

SMS fix (will break security settings) :

Flash at your own risk.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQWjFVRjV4UlRXcEU/view?usp=drivesdk

Kernel images:

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1) Daredevil by [MENTION=5138268]Rohan Taneja[/MENTION] --->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQeXJ6VUNqNmUwczg/view?usp=drivesdk

2) Tron v2 ( [MENTION=5450421]sandeep.sethi[/MENTION] ) --->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQeVBhSVozZkxBNkk/view?usp=drivesdk

3) Devil kernel (in case) (dev already credited) --->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxkDSj8MtdPQcEw0RGFRV3k0WGM/view?usp=drivesdk

4) Dev's kernel ( [MENTION=6167510]devagya awasthi[/MENTION] ) ---> Not booting.

5) Alter_play ( [MENTION=6977513]aswinp222[/MENTION]) ---> Not booting.

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Biohazard mod :

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Thread :

http://xdaforums.com/android/software/sound-mod-biohazard-android-infected-t3373888/page77

Credits : [MENTION=7109851]anandmore[/MENTION]

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Donation :

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Donation medium : Paytm QR code

Donation link : https://imgur.com/a/DQ3Kp

How to donate?

--->Install Paytm app and scan this QR code to donate any amount of your choice.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
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Change log :

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[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] HDHR:
First here :laugh:
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] noersetiawan:
deleted as per op's request
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Deleted... Edit : check next two posts.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] noersetiawan:
deleted as per op's request

Anyway, I'm downloading your ROM right now, review coming soon. Man, this phone is really lacking in AOSP based ROM that's works good, I'm hoping this is IT. Awesome work making this first ROM :good: !

EDIT: If I may suggest please don't include Gapps, that makes the ROM download size bigger, and usually xda regular already have their favorite gapps flashable zip lying around in their room... no big deal though.

EDIT2: That "everything" and "no bug" is pretty daring :D, we'll see...
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
//Good news : Daredevil kernel ready and booted successfully.

// Bad news : Alter_Play v1.1 not booting (BOOTLOOP)

// Good news : Tron v2 also incoming...
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Awaiting user review. One tester is not enough (talking about myself).

Reply to Edit 1) Understood. They were included in source. Not included by me.

Reply to Edit 2) At least I couldn't find any. Or maybe I just didn't test enough. Review will always have place on this thread. And yup, for the first ROM, those are daring words... Sounds good to read, hehe.

Btw, this is not my first port, though. I have worked on AICP 11, CM14.1, and LINEAGEOS too...

This is just the beginning :fingers-crossed:

Edit : Tron and daredevil kernels available.

Edit 2 : Devil IMG also uploaded
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Chirag21:
So far so good. Haben't used much but I didnot notice any bugs so far. If I encounter any bug I will let you know. I didnot face that youtube bug someone mentioned on fb. Even 60fps videos are playing smoothly. However battery backup seems to be average. Can you recommend something for background app management?
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Use greenify and activate it in Xposed. Then select every so that you want to be killed until you start it manually.

Xposed is too good. Waiting for it on nougat.

However, can you post a screenshot on FB on that comment?

Also, try using Android-nify with latest build. I used build 801. It should work Damn awesome and fluid:D

As far as battery is concerned, I have uploaded both daredevil and Tron images. They both seem to work better than devil. Try using both and give a review please.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Chirag21:
Will try daredevil kernel first.(It always had touch issues)

I always use Amplify , Greenify , Powernap , Bootmanager. Android-nify conflicts with Gravitybox QSettings tiles , other than that it works well.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Yes, some qs tiles from GB are missing. Try adding all tiles GB tiles first. Then remove all the ones which are missing. For me, if I enable "inject qs tiles from GB" option in Android-nify, then some tiles get detected (after rebooting).
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] Chirag21:
Just flashed daredevil kernel.. I have to rush to college now. Will see how's the battery backup. Now battery's at 60%.
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] pickandrew:
Hello, this ROM is also compatible with the model "a7000-a" (A7000-A Turbo) ?

Thanks!
[Lenovo A7000 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other De] tanish2k09:
Listen. Only download this ROM if you have a device named "Lenovo A7000-a" and has code name "aio_row".

It won't work on "Lenovo A7000 Turbo". For that, you can go to needrom to get the original swift_aosp for k3note and turbo phones.