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[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] giorgoxxi:
Is the Nex supposed to have a rear fingerprint scanner? Because that's what the images in this store show
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
There's quite a few different configurations of processor,location of FPR,RAM & storage.

All of the pics I've seen are just stock photos/renders supplied from the mfg & some sellers don't correctly match up what they sell w/the correct photo.

As for the FPR,you can get it under the display,or on the backside,you'll need to verify w/the seller which exact model/configuration you're actually paying for.........
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
As far as I am able to understand, there are 2 NEX devices:

vivo NEX S (also called 'Flagship')

Snapdragon 845 processor

Under display fingerprint reader

8 GB of RAM, 125/256 G storage

vivo NEX A

Snapdragon 710 processor

capacitive fingerprint reader on the back

6 GB of RAM, 128 GB storage

So despite the picture shown, be careful to read the specifications of the device that you order. ;)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] ACE_CLOUD:
I'm really tempted to pick this up but heard it doesn't come with a play store. Is there a way to get it on the phone?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
Vivo has his own store and you can install Google Play Store and more Google apps from there.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2t-2j-C6bLs&t=18s
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] KOLIOSIS:
Thanks for the links,I ordered the Ultimate (8/256) from LIAOW,& you couldn't be more right,he contacted me immediately after I placed my order,verifying the personal info (name/address/etc..) to ensure proper delivery.

Shipping via DHL,YMMV depending on the country its shipping to.

Based on the information given (available @ Chinese retail 6/23)

LIAOW will ship immediately thereafter,give about two days for it to go from China to Hong Kong,then about 4-5 days from Hong Kong to me (in the US,again YMMV dependent upon final destination).

Google services will be installed by LIAOW before shipping out,for those that are hesitant on this point.

I'm sure it's just side-loaded,as us here would do,no official Global ROM ATM & it's anybody's guess if there'll ever be one.

I'm not expecting Bootloader unlock/root/ROMs,but,ya never know.

That's all the info I have ATM,I'll post some updates on when it ships/arrives.

Any questions after it arrives,I'll be more than happy to answer,but,probably in another thread,don't wanna drift off-topic......... :good:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] r32inc:
I also pre-ordered from LIAOW. He's pretty responsive from my experience with him.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] SlyUK:
That's cool :)

The guy at WondaMobile is also great and maybe cheaper for those that don't want to pay Liaow prices.

For those interested in the Vivo Nex contact him and see what he says :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
It's on wondamobile now, but they have stock arround mid of july. Banggood is still the cheapest one.

https://www.wondamobile.com///vivo-nex-s-dual-sim-256-gb-sim-free-unlocked.html

https://www.wondamobile.com///vivo-nex-s-dual-sim-128-gb-sim-free-unlocked.html

The release is tomorrow right?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] mahst68:
https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/vivo-oppo-etc/1283-vivo-nex-ultimate-snapdragon-845-256gb.html

Tradingshenzhen has it. A lot of people on XDA get there phones there. Good price and DHL!

I will feedback once I receive shipping notice and once I receive it!

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Yep. Just need to know what version. I assume any China phone google play store package that works with SnapDragon 845 would work. Many out there. Just download the *.apk and install. Allow for unknown sources. Once installed... download all other google apps
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Persona_non_grata:
Micro-USB?? 🙄🙄🤔😐
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
I've also ordered by TradingShenzhen yesterday.

Hope i will get my shipping notice soon. :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Shan0121:
For those who ordered through TradingShenzhen what version and ROM size was it and what delivery method did choose thanks as I'm about to buy it from there and am from the UK
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Has anyone from EU country order in the past from Tradingshenzhen and what was the custom paid?

I'ts really great price 210 euro less than aliexpress 8/256 version,but never purchased such high cost product outside EU.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] pandanizer:
Canada sales

I'll be heading to Toronto in July 1st, so if you want I can bring one for you(physically), with some service fee of course.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
Hello paatha13,

I'm from germany. You have to take the "Global Priority" Shipping option which costs 15€. So you get the device without any custom fees/taxes. :)

I've ordered the 8/256 GB version which costs 642€ with shipping but it seem's that we have bought all devices which were in stock @ TS. :D
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
In my country unfortunately even with global priority there’s 70-80% to pay taxes and custom that’s why I’m afraid.

I’ve asked them if could sent via eu warehouse not received response so far,
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
It's nearly impossible that you have to pay taxes when ordering with Global Priority. The package is send from china to uk or the netherlands, they will clear the custom taxes and after that the parcel is send to you with a new shipping label from within the eu. So there will be no taxes/fees etc. for you to pay.

I ordered two smartphones before and germany is very strictly when it goes to taxes.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Ok I will order again when becoming available.

I was ready to pull the trigger but thought first to ask them if sent via eu warehouse and now it’s out of stock.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
It often takes weeks to months before they have devices in the eu warehouse. You don't have to worry about global priority. You definetly don't have to pay custom taxes. Only downside is that it takes ~8-14 Days until the order is delivered but in my opinion it's okay when i can save ~120€. :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
New update from GrossoShop.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] bloodydawn:
What will you do?

Enviado desde mi SM-G965F mediante Tapatalk
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] STEVE_MARS:
Flash sale Global Version in Gearbest:

https://www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_009177666969.html?wid=1349303

590 € !!!!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
I aksed them for the orginal EU fast charger V2323B-EU. I don't want the UK charger and use a EU adapter.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] hannez80:
Hope they agree to send you the EU version. Friday i receive my Vivo Nex S international from Grossoshop. I shall also claim a original EU fast charger.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Mendoza':
But do they have it?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MobilePerson:
Has anyone buy the silicone case from grossoshop ? Is it possible to have a photo ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
They only have the orginal UK charger. So i will return the phone and use the Indian version that i already had with EU adapter. I will wait for a EU charger that works with the Nex. The Razer Phone charger that i had supports quick chrage 4+ but quick charge didn't work. Grossoshop also changed the page now https://www.grossoshop.net/vivo-nex-s-international-version-8-128gb-black.html :D

I used the holiday code for free shipping, glass screen protector, standard screen protector and silicone case. Will make a photo later today.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MobilePerson:
Thanks!!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] raiderep:
Check swappa, if you don't mind used you can get one there, I did and it will be here by next Monday.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
Lol, the case is more for the Vivo Nex A, because it has a hole at the back for the fingerprint scanner :rolleyes:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Mendoza':
Where did you buy the Indian version with the EU adapter? Also, if you do not mind my asking, why will you return the phone? The combo UK charger+EU adapter is compatible quick charge, isn't?

I'm looking to buy it, but only from sellers that send it from Europe, I hesitate now to buy it at Grossoshop.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
I bought the Indian version from Ebay and bought the EU adapter at Amazon.de. Indian charger + EU adapter is alo quick charge so no reason to keep the phone from Grossoshop. I bought it there because i wanted the orginal EU adapter with fast charging, like they said in the old description.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Mendoza':
OK, thanks. Did you encounter this issue with your phone bought from Grossoshop: https://xdaforums.com/nex/help/touchscreen-issue-t3838135
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
I just have bought the Vivo Nex S global (Hong Kong) edition from Gearbest with priority line shipping (without paying tax) for €550,- euro's. I think that's a great price for this beautiful smartphone.

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The Hong Kong edition from Gearbest is the best one to get right if you want a similar fast charging adapter suitable for the EU pin connectors.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
What charger model is in the box?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
What you mean by that? It's the only official one from Vivo and in Hong Kong they use the same layout on their electronic cables as what we use.

https://www.vivo.com/hk/en/products/nex

There are only 3 global editions. The Russian, Indian and the one from Hong Kong. They all have Google assistant and no launcher restrictions. Indian, Russian and the one from Hong Kong do use the same wall plug as European's.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Red one not included at this price unfortunately.

I was thinking swapping my Chinese black 8/256 with global red 8/128 but with reasonable price like the black one.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
How trustworthy is Gearbest actually with their shipping?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
I just received my new nex global from gearbest. They are very trustworthy... if you can wait. They wrote delivery time would take a few days, but they didn't mention (until I asked it) that shipping takes about two weeks. Well... I guess everyone is a manipulator in his own garden. Anyway, I got my global nex. I got a little anxious when I saw a VIVO-account was proposed to make - remember this is the main reason why I wanted to switch from my Chinese nex - but then (phew...) it doesn't need an account to change default apps (launcher) and as a matter of fact, the account can be made with a regular tel number or email address. Then when setting it up I didn't encounter a single Chinese character - what a relief - Chinese people are kind, but they shouldn't impose themselves when not needed. This global rom nex is really the best of the best: it's fast, it's bright, the sound is great, the display a miracle. Installing apps works now fast and flawlessly, without the security restrictions that had to go trough on the Chinese version, desktop shortcuts are added in a normal way now for sygic and other apps, everything goes more natural and the way I want it. No Chinese apps to remove with adb, and also the regular updates. Fingerprint works flawlessly - though that was also already working fine on my Chinese nex - and internet/bt connections work faster too, probably also due to the Chinese security checking that happen on the Chinese nex. Overall, a shame the original nex didn't offer the choice of rom to use depending on the country you live in, but a confirmation of the saying that there is a solution to everything. Not sure if after being married for 33 years it is still allowed to fall in love again, but this vivo NEX does it! ;)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Mendoza':
Thanks for your review.

Did you have to pay custom fees with the Belgian customs? You chose the priority line shipping, right?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Did it come factory sealed? Or does Gearbest open the package before shipping?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
No custom fees.

It was not sealed the same way as my Chinese nex was sealed earlier, but can't confirm anyone at gearbest opened the package for any reason.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] lude219:
Got mine from gearbest as well. Straight from HK with the right, thick, fast charger. No BS here.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
I also ordered the global edition from gearbest on 04.09. Eu-Express shipping, says on the site it will be shipped 24-29.09...did you guys have any problems with customs?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] -Andro1d-:
At Gearbest (after I placed my order) they got back to me saying with dhl express I'd pay a large amount of customs fees and proposed to switch to the slower shipping method in order to avoid that. Well it took longer but I didn't pay any additional fees... If you can wait switch to the slower shipping- I don't know how much you actually pay additionally with express shipping.

Edit: Shipped on 30.7. arrived on 9.8. in Germany
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] RonanMarkey:
just got my global version Nex S.... happy to answer any questions!

I have one of my own however... does anyone else's pop up camera slant a bit to one side? I would have expected it to come out completely straight but it leans a bit to the right.... is this normal or should i be concerned?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Guy1731:
What is 'a bit'? Due to the bended upper edge of your phone, combined with the pop up cam sliding out on the left side, it looks to bend slightly to the right indeed, but that(s an optical illusion. Put it on a paper with horizontal lines, then look again.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] RonanMarkey:
i would say its off by a few degrees.... its nothing major i guess and the camera functions fine as it is, i would just be concerned that it could wear it out quicker than expected....

I also put it on some squared paper and it is definitely not straight :confused:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
I chose "EU-Express", am in Austria and read on some german website that Eu-express is tested and no customs!? I contacted them on Facebook Messenger today, told them I ordered 04.09. and the shipment date keeps getting pushed, this is what they answered - this also as general information for who ordered recently:

"Thank you for contacting Gearbest about your order.

We are in the business of processing your order now. However, please note the this item is currently back ordered.

In this case we can offer you 2 options:

Option 1: Wait a little longer.

We expect to restock on

2018-09-15. Once we ship it we will send you an email with the delivery information.

Option 2: Exchange for another item of your choice.

We have many great products to choose from and are confident you will be able to find a replacement. Please send us the link of the product you would like to choose instead and we will update your order for you.

If there is any price difference with the original item, we will either refund it to you on your Wallet as store credit or send you an invoice to cover the difference.

To ensure you will receive your goods as soon as possible, we recommend you choose a product that ships out on today's date.

Please let us know which option you would like to choose.

Thank you for your understanding."

I said I will wait and when they will ship approximately, realistically...answer was:

"Thank you for your patience. Do you want to change the shipping method?"

I said no, I thought EU-Express is the best method...then they asked if they cand do anything else and that s that!?

So quick responses but not...very accurate/helpful after the first reply.

I wish I received mine as fast as you...:(
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] -Andro1d-:
I ordered in the end of June just so that you know how long I waited until it got shipped (suddenly I was in another presale phase and I had to wait 4 weeks)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] rrlinker3:
I ordered my International Vivo Nex from Wonda Mobile on a Friday evening and had it the following Tuesday. Shipped from Hong Kong to Oklahoma with no import fees, etc.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Ordered the Vivo Nex S global edition from Gearbest just received the confirmation that mine is ready to get shipped. Paid €549,- euro in total so that's a very good price. Now Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 don't look better :').
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] stylobic:
Hi, did anybody finally find a fast charger from another brand that actually works with the Vivo Nex ?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
Any news about the shipment??
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] riri_joli:
Hello

I ordered mine the 31st of August at alliexpress and received it the 15th of september in the range of 14-17 days announced by the seller. I had no tracking info from the day the parcel left Singapour and the day before I received it. I kept patient and here it is.

It's a chinese version and I'm pretty sure I'm one of the last one to get this version so lately since I noticed a few days after my order that global version was released on Gearbest and cost 100 euro less:crying::crying:

I should have waited a few more days before ordering.

Nevertheless I enjoy this smartphone and i'm waiting for the way to implement the global version

Wait and see
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
Ordered from GB on the 4th and that is the latest tracking update....

Destination: Austria

Origin: United Kingdom

Query takes : 1196 MS

2018-09-14 09:40:00

Customer data received Southall

First vessel

Query takes : 1184 MS

2018-09-21 14:00:46

Arrived at Hongkong Sorting Centre.

2018-09-21 10:00:38

Sent to HongKong Sorting Centre.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Herder:
Anyone has experience with models from Russia? I've got friends coming from Russia soon and was thinking of asking if they could bring one (to Netherlands). I've found them on several websites (t-kit.ru and mvideo.ru), but I am hesitant to get one as I cannot see if this is the Global ROM version and if it would allow me to change language settings (would assume so on Android).

Any experiences?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
Hi, did you get yours yet? Mine "arrived at the airport" - don't know wich one- yesterday, that's the latest tracking update
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MobilePerson:
Hello,

Anyone buy lately vivo nex s from grossoshop ?

In previous messages there are some complaints regarding the charger
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] stylobic:
Got mine from Grossoshop last week with fast charger.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
J́ust received the Vivo Nex S from Gearbest. But I can't use the fastcharger. The Hong Kong charger doesn't seems to fit inside the EU converter where it get ships with. The UK pin in the middle are preventing it. Anyone with a Gearbest Vivo Nex who got the same EU plug and why is it not fitting.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] stylobic:
Had the same pb with mine from Grossoshop. Replace the EU adapter, you should find in every supermarket for cheap
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
Yes I thought so. A little bit silly to put those in. Luckily I've received a perfect Vivo Nex. By the way the menu's are a mess do you know where you could turn off the option to prevent downloading APK files. Normally it should be somewhere in the security option. But it's not.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] stylobic:
Can't find ether
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] chudybws:
I got a quick charger with a UK plug and an EU adapter that does not fit into a power outlet. I have not found an UK> EU adapter without ground, so I've made a Chinese adapter [emoji16] It's small, tight on the charger so it does not stay in the socket when pulling out.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
I do see your are using the converter of Gearbest? How have you done that because it doesn't fit on mine.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] chudybws:
Both are from Gearbest. White scraped with a knife so that the pins would go wide. Unless you mean black. He fits normally. Ps. Do you know that this third bolt is moving apart?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Achillias:
I mean the black EU plug. How is it possible to let the 3 pins from the white fast charger in? Because the middle one is way to wide to fit in one of the center holes?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] chudybws:
The third pin slides out of the loader and enters the last bottom hole.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] damiloveu:
Vivo Nex S from Gearbest is on sale for $620 after the code HURRY
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
I ordered Sept. 4 and got it today, Oct. 8 in Austria. The phone is awesome...so far I got. Abit of trouble with notifications on lockscreen and vibration intensity settings(there are none)...great phone
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] df2k5:
Anyone know which website to buy that ships to Hong Kong while being affordable relative to the promotion that Gearbest have right now?

Gearbest won't ship this phone to Hong Kong for no reason.

None of their customer service rep can tell me when it will be available to HK and why it won't ship to HK. Despite the fact that their warehouse for this phone is in HK!!
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Twotems:
I just ordered from here for $641 which includes free shipping. It says it's the Global version and the seller has a 99.2% rating so I'm hoping it all checks out. Anyway it's Ebay and PayPal so it'll go straight back if it's not the Global version.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vivo-NEX-1...660ab4534574b80fff64630|iid:1&redirect=mobile
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Well seems Vivo is selling a third color purple variant.

https://shop.vivo.com.cn/wap/product/10391
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] chudybws:
The Nex S will be available tomorrow for $ 620 at Gearbest. Available 200pcs

I sorry for my English, I use Google Translate.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] wwyjoe:
Are Global versions (non-Chinese set) available in 8GB/ 256GB?
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] CapraSebi:
No
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] MrElvisYo:
uk adapter

the ones on ebay are sending UK adapter, to me atleast[ type G socket i think, even tho norway uses F or C sockets] but theyalso say they ship Na adapter too[ type A or B?] , even tho they forgot to send me na adapter.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Not having issues waiting 1-2 weeks until delivery to me.

Now have to monitoring when became in stock again.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Co.okie4u:
Set the arrival notice then you know it. I think they will restock sometimes next week. :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
That’s hoping for.

As I can see all version it’s out of stock.

Even the little brother version with Qualcomm 710.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] cho9736:
one thing for sure it has one speaker on the bottom of the phone
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
Thanks for the Tradingshenzhen website, i bought the black 8GB/265GB. It was in stock for some seconds :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Only few seconds??

As i much want it but im not superman to catch everything within seconds time.:fingers-crossed:
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] WhySoSeriousJoKer:
Yeah keep an eye on the website and don't forget the €5 newsletter discount :)
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Just pulled the trigger as it’s back in stock.:):good::D
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Shan0121:
Just picked one up too intrested in what shipping option people went for as I picked global priority as I am hoping it goes through UK customs with any extra charges hope they ship soon though
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] paatha13:
Me too choose global priority to maximize possibility avoid custom I’m my country.

With DHL Express 1000% will pay extra custom.
[Vivo Nex Questions & Answers] Shan0121:
what country are you from and did you pay with payal I used normal debit ard to avoid paypal fees