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[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] teegunn:
The Buy one get one free deal swayed me ultimately. Got a blue 128gb for myself, a Lavender 128 gb for my wife. I am concerned that she will find the Note 9 too big as she has an S8 now and it is the perfect size for her hands, but if she doesn't adapt to the bigger N9, I can sell it and get her an S9 and have a few hundred cash left over as the Note 9 will bring at least $300 more than an S9 will at this point.

I will say I am very happy with my Note 8. But the Note 9 addressed almost all of the weaknesses of the N8. The Note 9 brings a bigger battery, double the internal memory (my N8 is always almost full), finally dual speakers (with reported great sound), slightly bigger display, but slightly smaller footprint. The Note 8 is a bit too tall and skinny, the Note 9 is a tad wider and a tad shorter. The Note 9 has a much brighter display from what I have read (helps as I often work out in the bright sun). Overall, I felt that Samsung addressed the areas the N8 needed to be fixed, and the BOGO deal was just too good to turn down.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bonerp:
just been to see this at UK CPW - pretty much identical front to N8. Heavier (battery) and not much else. I'm afraid I was even disappointed in the blue...its reflective...
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] borijess:
Is that the att BOGO? If so don't you need a new line to get BOGO?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] disturbd1:
Should've made this thread an actual poll. It's also weird that the account is now disabled.

But yes, I've got mine pre-ordered!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] note3userr:
Every carrier bogo you need to have at least one new line and that phone has to stay on the account for the whole 24 month for it to actually be free since you're given bill credits every month. Not really an amazing deal as the guy thinks it is lol
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] ChainFires Son:
I just want stero speakers :c I came from a 6p to the note8 so I'm definitely looking forward to the note9 in the upcoming weeks. Might just end up trading in my note8 for the 9 :D
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] g0tch:
No way was I going to upgrade from my Note 8, BUT, I just couldn't refuse CPW trade in offer £575 and a wireless charger. I'm collecting a brand new phone next friday for £324. No brainer.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] bonerp:
This is exactly where I landed haha
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] wase4711:
if you dont need/want the S Pen, this might be a better option for those in the USA

https://www.cnet.com/news/oneplus-6t-will-launch-in-october-with-t-mobile-as-us-carrier-partner/
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] PsiPhiDan:
Heck yes I'm getting the Note9! Here's why I couldn't turn it down and how I am getting it super cheap:

T-Mobile is offering $500 off with trade in of an S7 or Note 5 (or higher end models, but dang those are old phones for a $500 trade-in!). So I did this:

1) Bought an S7 active for $79 on eBay. Trading it in for $500 (that's $421 off, essentially!).

2) Selling my Note8 for $480. Swappa has them for around $500 right now.

3) Paid off remaining balance of Note8 (I only had about $170 left).

4) Purchased 512GB/8GB model in Ocean Blue!

Long live the Note! The only things this phone was lacking to keep it from being perfect? Larger battery (most of us hoped for 4000 mAh before the official specs leaked) and the fingerprint scanner needed to be moved to the center. Oh, and the dual aperture camera in the S9 made me jealous for low light pictures. And make 8GB RAM and larger storage. And maybe dual speakers!

Amazingly, the Note9 is exactly that. It fixed EVERYTHING I wanted and didn't get in the Note8. Plus it even added the BT connectivity. I cannot wait to use this to photograph my kids! Set it up discreetly, hold the S-pen, and snap photos silently and capture the moments that they normally freeze up during when I come up to them holding my phone. It will be awesome for dads!

I feel like most Note8 users want the pen though. Otherwise, why buy the Note8?

I've considered the Oneplus route, the Pixel 3 route, the LG (never again though... V20 was a massive disappointment for me)... It all comes back to this though, for me: that pen is irreplaceable. If they stop making Note devices as the rumors state, I'll keep my Note9 for a long time! That's the reason I got the 8GB RAM model... To future proof myself!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] wase4711:
I had multiple notes over the years, but the 8 was my first one since the 5..Now that I am "retired", I dont need the pen really for anything, but liked the size/screen/feel and other things that the note always had.

But now, since Samsung has pretty much decided they are locking down solid their usa/snapdragon versions, I kind of miss modifying the phone, plus, 1000 for a stupid cell phone is really just outrageous, so I think I will be selling my note 8 once the one plus 6T or what every they call it is released...Had a pixel when they first came out, but very un impressed with them, and yeah, LG phones are horrible.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] PsiPhiDan:
I want to start using Dex. How's your experience with it? Is it useful? Especially now that we don't need a dock, I'm excited to try it (with the Note9, to be clear). I'm definitely buying a cable. Where and when do you find it useful? Is it pointless if you already have a desktop at home?

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The Oneplus 6T is going to basically be a cheaper Pixel. Stock Android, incredibly fast, smooth but somewhat boring. Also, the camera on the Oneplus cannot compete with the Samsung/Pixel cameras. I don't think you'll like OnePlus if you didn't like the Pixel. I was a Pixel owner and loved it, aside from the lack of "wow" factor. It was just... Smooth, fast, and reliable. And had an amazing camera.

I know $1k is a lot for a phone, but at least you're getting a phone that is the best (or nearly the best) in basically every single imaginable spec and features no other phone has.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] wase4711:
well, at least with a one plus, you can run several custom roms, and do so many other things I miss after getting rid of my Nexus 6 last year; not sure how that can be boring, versus being able to just add themes to a samsung phone...

As far as a camera is concerned, I just dont understand why people make such a big deal about a cell phone camera; if you really want top notch pics, then use a REAL camera, not a cell phone camera.

The first Pixel just had several weird quirks, that I assume they worked out with the pixel 2/3; as far as "boring", nothing boring when you can use a custom rom/kernel/mods of all sorts; and more, when with a samsung, you can theme it, and thats about all..

As I said, if you dont need a SPen, or use one frequently, then there arent a whole lots of solid reasons to spend 1000 or more on a samsung phone..
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] charmz2k2:
Agreed!

I've just done the trade in with them but I'm a little worried now as I have a pristine N9500 and I'm not sure if it will pass through the trade in for the full £575.

Any ideas??
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Scott:
Here is my answer.... Check this out... And I am coming from s9+ and am sorry for spamming the OP in that thread, lol

So here is my answer to this...

Check this out: https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=77410988&postcount=181
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] johan.gutierr:
If you already have a Note 8 I don't think it would be worth it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Venom0642:
Lol welcome as i am on AT&T Note 9 512GB Ocean blue.

Running On My Galaxy Note9 SM-N960U Wicked Venom
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] cwis:
Had it for a few months, hated the OS and hated that Siri sucks a whale's d#ck.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Guides, News, & Discussion] Cool Person:
Nah waiting for Note 10 with better selfie camera.

The Note 9 delivers 5 hours SOT too thats almost like My Note 8 (with no battery optimisation. S9/Note9 shots are also over exposed.

No thing really impress me only the 512 gb version.

But I won't just buy a 1200$ phone with same selfie camera and over exposed rear camera and a pen that takes wireless shots that I wouldn't really use (I mean doesn't timer do the same thing). Waiting for Note 10 to throw my money , that selfie camera that I mostly use need an upgrade.

Also no matter what is the position of the finger print sensor is. I don't like it on the back, It makes it slower to reach.

There is no Real upgrade. Just few refinements.
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] brandox0:
Well, xposed is now compatible for emui 8.0, I only inform people who may not know it and enter the thread looking for it ;) .

Tested and all ok.

download link

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[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] fbh59:
is systemless Xposed from magisk compatible? Is it bypassing ctsProfile and Basic Integrity tests? Or is it bypassing SafetyNet(asking about systemless Xposed shown in magisk)?
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] brandox0:
No, not is the xposed systemless from magisk. This is the typical installation since the custom recovery
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] marcel@ngi.it:
Bootloop for me ( ANE-LX1, magisk,rooted,unlocked)

I tried from TWRP with .zip (framework) and with Xposed installer, both was a no-go in my config
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] n-f_2007:
Problem Bootloop :(

For any rom you experience please explain this:مشوش:
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] brandox0:
Did you wipe cashe and delvik? The phone takes 10-15 minutes to start. I've already tried 3 phones with emui 8.0 and none had a problem
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] Letzen:
Bootloops. Sorry mate.
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] haidermiz:
Waited 10 mins on ane-lx1 and successfully installed thanks
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] rucciomax:
so please help. I have got the p20 lite since two days, i bit scarred ...

i unlocked bootloader true dc-unlocker, root the phone true fhmate10 tool and everythink went perfect.

what do i need to do now to install xposed? do i need twrp or magisk ?

what is the procedure? many thanks
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] rucciomax:
Please there is somebady taht could help me setting it up.... Got bootloader unlock, root done... How do I install it? Thankss
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] brandox0:
Download the apk of xposed installer, and download the .zip that is in this post. You just have to flash the .zip through TWRP, do cache and dalvik wipes and you're done, you just have to restart

The first boot takes about 10 -15 minutes to start
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] rucciomax:
Flash went ok but app not appear. What else i can try?
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] rucciomax:
After trying to install apk phone restart and it s doing bootloop... With USB connected stock recovery starts, without USB twrp starts.

Got the System.img on PC but can't manage to flash or transfer on phone because to big.

Please help me to restart phone. Thanks

Inviato dal mio HTC 10 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] brandox0:
The application does not appear after flashing, you have to download the apk separately
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] Mailmanxxx:
Got some problems; In xposed framework there is in RED next warning:

There seems to be a known issu("resources subclass") with your ROM. Installing Xposed might not work or lead to severe probems.

Xposed is not(yet) compatible with Andorid SDK version 26 or your processor architecture (arm64 -v8a).

Any workaround possible, or just wait till xposed is compatible?

Nice work BTW ;)
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] T.Pyro:
??

Work on honor 9 lite ?
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] TurboUrby:
I have the same problem as mailman on p20 lite please help me
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] evs-ru:
Systemless version
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] mr.mgmg:
its work with other devices
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] madpalang:
we have the same problem but i just uninstall the xposed apk and replace it with this one. here's the link.

https://xdaforums.com/xposed/unofficial-systemless-xposed-t3388268

just look for the XposedInstaller_3.1.5-Magisk.apk
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] androidlover420:
XPOSED is installed but none of the apps work
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] hundred_miles_high:
Systemless version caused issues for me on P10 lite EMUI 8 - once installed it stopped apps being able to pop up a root request dialogue with Magisk 17.

Normal version didnt cause the issue and root requests now working fine.
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] TheDarkMadness:
Do you have a twrp?
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] Takaji:
In my phone, I have issue with Systemless version, while normal version apparently it worked, except Sound Recorder
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] Checha_5:
Same.
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] marvinalnashi:
Hi, am I supposed to remove Magisk before flashing this? Can anyone except the OP confirm that this actually works?
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] Montelion2004:
You just have to wait. It didn't bootloop for me.

Thanks! :good:
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] izmaelzx:
it works on emui 8.0 stock rooted with magisk, and it's the oly one that works systemlesly
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] marvinalnashi:
I'm currently using the Riru EdXposed Framework Magisk module combined with Riru Core, it's the only one that works in my case.
[Huawei P20 Lite Guides, News, & Discussion] **Snobilik**:
Not working for me riru edXposed framework combined with riru core make boot loop .
[Vivo Nex Accessories] Step666:
I've been thinking ahead to when I'll get my Nex (hopefully soon) and I'm remembering all the problems I had with my Mi Mix trying to get a decent screen protector.

The glass ones never covered the full screen and the film ones always peeled off because of the bezelless nature of the design.

In the end, after many false starts, I tried a liquid screen protector and it's been brilliant.

After a number of months there are no signs of scratches on the screen, even though the ceramic back (which is supposed to be more scratch resistant) has noticeable marks.

This is the particular brand I used but I'm sure there are other similar quality options out there.

Just figured you'd all want to know this is an option and a good one at that.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] KOLIOSIS:
I'm a fan of the liquid screen protectors as well.

I think I take better care of my phones than the average person, based on casual observations,& don't feel the need for a film or TGSP.

Regardless, it's difficult to prove a negative, but, in my usage, I've never had a scratch after applying one of the coatings. No, they don't last forever, as neither do screen protectors made of film or glass.

One advantage of the liquid sealers is you don't have to deal with dirt/grit collecting along the edges of a typical protector.

This phone, the NEX, ships with a pre-installed screen protector (& a clear skin on the back, a very nice touch). As soon as the film on the display side begins to show signs of peeling/collecting dirt on the edges, it's coming right off & I'll be applying one of the many sealers available, this time being the brand Liquid Nano 9H.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] Jolest:
Save your money. This stuff is nearly worthless. (Read the 1star reviews...). It does nothing to protect against serious scratches or cracked screens. Get a decent screen protector and a case if you care about your phone.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] Step666:
To each their own, I can only offer up an opinion based on my personal experience.

And saying 'Get a decent screen protector', whilst a valid sentiment, isn't always possible.

As I mentioned, there's a total lack of quality accessories for the original Mi Mix and Xiaomi are definitely a more established brand than Vivo, so it could easily prove to be more of a challenge for the Nex.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] KeyzerSoze:
FYI, it comes with a tempered glass protector.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] boober78:
No, it doesn't. It's a crappy plastic one as a matter of fact
[Vivo Nex Accessories] boober78:
I ordered it after your post. Hopefully it will live up to the expectations
[Vivo Nex Accessories] svvv:
Can you post some review for this tempered glass. In display fingerprint working properly??
[Vivo Nex Accessories] boober78:
I haven't received it yet. And it's not a tempered glass. It's a flexible plastic one.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] boober78:
I received it. Firstly, the disappointing part was, there was no solution. But I've had a spare one from other protector. I used it. The sad part is, the back protector doesn't stick well throughout. There are some small bubbles that I am hoping will disappear after 24 hours. The touch is nice, but it's a film, not a tempered glass.
[Vivo Nex Accessories] cho9736:
does it work well?
[Vivo Nex Accessories] boober78:
I don't have the phone anymore.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] kazuhira_dokky:
Since the camera UI is quite laggy I would love an alternative like the gcam ones.

So thought I would create a general post of this if anyone tests the releases out there for GCam
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] kazuhira_dokky:
Tried Arnova's but it failed...

Configuration needed probably

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-arnova8G2/#apk313

Cam2 not enabled*
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] EMJI79:
I have tried this one and another one I don't remember where I got:

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGC_5.2.022_FINAL_1.0.apk

Sometimes they work and let me take great shots and some it just force closes.

I have not figured out whether it is because there are too many apps in RAM or when I shake too much. Or for some other reason.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] olive23:
This phone has limited camera2 api functionality.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] freddymanson:
care to elaborate more?
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] abinbabs:
Gcam port for lg v30 almost works in Zenfone 5z.with certain issues
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Panssee:
It have legacy support instead of full support!
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] freddymanson:
thanks for sharing.

i guess this means a lot for future development

how to check the list?

use any app download from playstore?

okay i will find the apps. slowly.

thanks brother~
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Panssee:
You can use camera 2 probe app from playstore.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] kelly66:
I found this in a Nokia 7 Plus forum and it is working without any FC issues. However, front portrait is not working and rear camera colours are coming out weird. I am not sure what settings to use to correct it. I noticed some minor improvement in the front camera, which could probably be improved with the right settings.

https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/f/MGC_5.1.018_Urikill_vXXII.apk

If any of you can suggest the correct settings to get these working it will be great.

Anyway, since the rear stock camera is pretty good and even better than OP6 and also because the main rear camera (stock) has a 84 deg wide angle, we can always set the timer and turn it around to capture great selfies :)
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Rock-Ace:
I tried few of them made for lg v30 from their respective xda thread after reading your suggestion but all FC for me.

None of the Gcams are working for me - I have almost tried all from G cam page of XDA. Now I feel like should have gone for OP6 :(
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] kazuhira_dokky:
Yeah... Feel ya mate. I sold mine because of the heavy skin and the average camera. Rest of the phone is great though... But went for the 1+6 and really happy with it.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] EMJI79:
Screen of OP6 is awful compared to Asus one.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] kazuhira_dokky:
Not really. It's pretty decent. There will always be trade offs though

Screen, stereo speakers, water resistance & camera
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Dwaynejhonson:
G cam is working fully

Bro its working fully download the BSG mod with Snapdragon 845 latest fix its working for me everything is running smoothly....

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Join the telegram group of zenfone 5z......

ASUS Zenfone 5Z Discussion

Channel :- [MENTION=7940835]asuszenfone5[/MENTION]ZChannel

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https://t.me/ASUSZenfone5ZGroup
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] jermm_83:
link to the specific apk?
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Dwaynejhonson:
You can find the same in the telegram group.....
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] jermm_83:
Is it possible to post it here? as im not on telegram
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Dwaynejhonson:
No problem bro but you can install the app and join as there is many future development discussion happening there not only gcam...but about everything here is the link https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1fpgIgg2ND3XtimgSjvRJx9i2zzUoQ2QB
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] ferez:
Will it work on the ZE620KL with the Snapdragon 636?
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] geekdeepak:
thanks it worked

this cam worked. thanks.
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Fire?5Z:
Thank you so much man, i demand nothing much from a gcam mod, just good shutter speed and portrait (not the selfie one). I am happy to have a working version without unusual behaviour. Thanks [MENTION=7948806]yash s[/MENTION] and [MENTION=9124965]Ascended 1[/MENTION] . ??????
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Fire?5Z:
Thank you so much man, i demand nothing much from a gcam mod, just good shutter speed and portrait (not the selfie one). I am happy to have a working version without unusual behaviour. Thanks [MENTION=7948806]yash s[/MENTION] and [MENTION=9124965]Ascended 1[/MENTION] . ??????

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Thank you so much man, i demand nothing much from a gcam mod, just good shutter speed and portrait (not the selfie one). I am happy to have a working version without unusual behaviour. Thanks [MENTION=7948806]yash s[/MENTION] and [MENTION=9124965]Ascended 1[/MENTION] ????

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Forgive me for the glitch I made
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] yash s:
5.1.018 should work on android pie with front portrait and rear portrait with photo sphere. What doesn't work is slow motion
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Fire?5Z:
Whats up with the black theme, where to enable it.?
[Asus Zenfone 5Z  Themes, Apps, and Mods] Ascended 1:
So did anyone manage to install 2 Gcams with both Night sight and portrait mode?