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[LG V20 Questions & Answers] baldybill:
The removable battery is one of the major reasons why I'll use the V20 indefinitely. Too many people have had to buy a new phone after 2 years because the battery died... or pay a lot for a battery replacement.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Cookster128:
Same here on the notion of the removable battery. Maybe it's what you grew up with that determines your preference, but I like a phone that I can work on even if I don't need to. I really love the IR blaster. In fact, that's the reason I went back to it. I fancy controlling the TV in whatever restaurant I go! My only issue is the charging port is going bad and I'd like to de-bloat all Sprint's crap. Currently seeking a "How To" if there is one to be found.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] mrtomaso:
I went from a note 4 to this and I'm very happy.

For me... it was the removable battery, screen ratio and I love the second screen.

Love the fact I can see the time while watching Netflix. Or turn on the flashlight with out messing with the phone.

Screen ratio... Movies/tv shows work without wasted space.

Sure, it's not lightening fast like my wife's s8... But the milliseconds I wait don't add up to much. Except the the big bucks I saved. Camera is pretty good, so much to love about this phone.

Also love the flat screen, so much less prone to breaking. Most of the bloatware can be disabled, even without root. Working hot-spot on sprint (with hack) is priceless too.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] henrylar:
Apart from battery being changeable, I like that it is easy to repair. I shifted the thermal paste, and that was an easy task. I don't know any other phone where that would be the case. On top of that, I use the audio on high quality headphones. What a shame that LG stops updating, and then also make it difficult for our developers, too.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Cookster128:
Tell me more of this thermal paste shift. Why would you do it, where, how... all that good stuff. Or a link
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] henrylar:
the link is here

https://xdaforums.com/v20/how-to/changed-thermal-paste-h910-t3782765

It did not make a huge difference for me since I am not using my phone for gaming, but the existing paste in my phone were definitely upon for being removed :)
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Cookster128:
Thanks for the link. I followed it and several other articles that it links to. It's not really definitive on if it's a good idea or not. Like you, I don't use it for gaming so I think I'll pass on it. At least until I decide to replace the screen. Saw a post about rooting and altering the profile so it can't run that hot... also not doing that.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] alpha-niner64:
Despite the short-coming of the V20 such as battery life and say...CPU Throttling for battery/temps (just delete Thermal-engine-8996.conf), and some weird episodes of LCD burn-in (solvable with KCAL kernels like mk2000), this phone still works well. The only hard-limit that can't be solved, through tweaking, is the fact the SD820 only has 4 CPU threads to execute tasks on. Other than that, the day-to-day of the V20 competes with other phones well-enough.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] C D:
I agree with everybody else in here. In terms of features, the following phone finder search gives you a good idea about what the current alternatives are:

https://www.gsmarena.com/search.php3?nRamMin=4000&chkCameraUltrawide=selected&chk35mm=selected&chkNFC=selected&chkInfrared=selected&chkFMradio=selected&idCardslot=1&idBatRemovable=1

I haven't seen any Sprint-specific bloat discussions here, probably since most of the old Sprint-based ROMs are already de-bloated. If you are on an unrootable LS997, then here is a brief discussion on the V20 Subreddit about using adb or a package disabler app to remove bloatware.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Cookster128:
Thanks for this. I'll have to try it out soon.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] dictum9:
Plus one.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Jogg3r:
Keep it. You won't find such a feature rich phone. Today I sent back a pixel 2 XL bc it's so boring. Had dozend of phones the last time bc I wanted to upgrade. But none of them satisfied me. So il stick with my v20 until it dies and this can take years bc the V20 is so incredibly reliable and almost unbreakable. You don't need a case for that phone a display glass is ebkogj. And you don't have to care about destroying your battery bc you can swap it. And also no issues with burn ins bc of the LCD. I love this phone.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Black6spdZ:
love that there are so many sticking to the v20 over mostly shared sentiments.. and the phone manufacturers are wondering why sales are slowing.. we won't buy their overpriced sh !t paperweights anymore!
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] woldranger:
I hate the battery life on my stock V20 but love the removable battery (I've never owned a phone without one). I only get between 2.5 and 3.5 hours SOT with general usage but occasionally it bombs down to 1hr 45! (3 out of my 4 batteries were new when I got the phone (bought used) and weren't any better this time last year).

The other main issue I have is the invalid battery shutdowns. There seems to be little rhyme or reason as to when it does it. I found that I could sometimes get it to fire up again if I do a battery pull and then plug it into the mains before restarting it, but that's of no use when I'm out and about and just have the single spare with me - any suggestions?

Has anyone released anything else with reasonable specs and a removable battery in the last 6 months or so? (I've been travelling round Africa and haven't kept up to speed on the phone situation)
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] C D:
The invalid battery shutdown happened to me on a year-old extended battery shortly before it could no longer hold a charge. So your battery could be starting to go bad, especially if it's over a year old. For better battery life in general, I highly recommend getting one of the 4100 mAh Lithium polymer batteries by Maxxxjuice (I've been rotating between two of them since December with an average of 6 hours SOT) or Perfine. They are the same size as the OEM battery.

There hasn't been a flagship-level phone with a removable battery since the V20, and I don't think there will be one any time soon, if ever.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] woldranger:
Thanks for the lightening quick reply. The shutdowns were happening when I'd only had the phone for a couple of weeks - I wouldn't have been too shocked had it happened 12 months down the line, so that was rather frustrating!

As for the lipo batteries, it just so happens that I've just been reading about those and the 3 main ones you can currently get hold of, 2 of which you've mentioned! My problem is that I'm in the UK but I've just found a Perfine one in stock on Aliexpress. The issue there is that I'd like to try one out before buying another one or 2 but it's gonna be up to a month for delivery :( Do I just pick up 2 and chance it or go for one, and if it's ok, wait another month? Hmm....

Damn, I was hoping someone had gone against the grain and actually listened to what people wanted and produced one :(
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] C D:
If you haven't already seen it, this detailed review on the V20 Subreddit may give you more confidence regarding the Perfine battery.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] woldranger:
I actually just tried to buy 2 5 mins ago but have had issues with Aliexpress. Whilst waiting for the payment to be processed it failed and I got a message saying, "You haven't signed in, or your previous session has expired. Please sign in again". A quick online search shows I'm not alone in this glitch that seems to be caused by Chrome. I dont know if this means that the order has been successfully completed as most people seem to have had theirs stopped - super frustrating especially as they are shipped by ground transport and are 25-46 days for their delivery times :(
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] pierro78:
I am in France and ordered the li-po perfine batteries 2 times from aliexpress (just ordered a new one for my "new" $110 aliexpress h910) ... I would say it takes about 2-3 weeks for these batteries to arrive in France ...
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Jogg3r:
Mine arrived to Germany within 2 weeks :)
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] woldranger:
I cant seem to get payment through - I've set up a new account this morning and tried 3 times, but each time the order was cancelled and not by the seller who's already been in touch.
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] stinka318:
For the moment not interested in moving away from my v20's........
[LG V20 Questions & Answers] Jogg3r:
Cause all new phones are made of glass and are meant to shatter.. I don't like the way smartphone manufacturers are going right now. Just a better Soc which Noone needs and a better camera. For all new phones I wanted the last time I created a pro and con list. And so far no phone beated the LG V20 and its features and physically durability. And if your are used to the DAC there's no going back.. Hm. Thank God I got another V20 as a spare one if mine should die
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[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
https://www.xda-developers.com/asus-rog-phone-forums-open/
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
[MENTION=4267571]sd_shadow[/MENTION] Hi, can the navigation bar be replaced with gesture navigation like with the zenfone 5z. I think it should have it especially with the latest update if there are any yet for this device.

I am planning to get it since it's already launched in China for the price of 5999 RMB. My only fear is not being able to install the Google play store. I hope it comes with the Google play store installed or able to at least.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
I'm not sure, but I would think you could use

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xda.nobar
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
I know i can install a custom app to do that but i want it built in by the phone manufacturer, all major brands have a version of gesture navigation by now except for Samsung, Lg and HTC. Check this video to see Asus implementation: https://youtu.be/FnFpsk11WtQ?t=76
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
Just an update, after seeing an up to date Chinese review of the phone with the latest build. It turns out that there is an option to enable the gesture navigation. Which is great the navigation seems smooth with no signs of lag.

P. S: I have already ordered my unit :), hopefully it will arrive in less than 2 weeks time.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] abunhyan:
Hi i bought this phone from china

How can i install google play service and goole play store in this phone ?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] sd_shadow:
Edit: see

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=77886165&postcount=14

The following was my original reply.

These should be the ones you need.

1. Google Account Manager

http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager

2. Google Services Framework

http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework

3. Google Play Services

https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services

4. Google Play Store

https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
That wont work, I have tried the latest versions of those apps already. You will also need google contacts sync and Google Calendar apks added to the list. I think the issue is with ASUS they need to provide the exact suitable versions needed for all apps, also the order of installation is important. GSF should be installed last otherwise you will be bombarded with undisappearing pop up messages. The only way of resolving that would be with a system reset.

If anyone has a Taiwanese model, it would be great if they provide us with the exact version numbers for all apks.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] abunhyan:
I hope that asus provide an option to install google play services by update soon

for temporary management can we use this Micro G

https://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/app-microg-gmscore-floss-play-services-t3217616

Any one can advice if this will help at least to active some google related app ?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] nijihana:
How much is the rog smartphone?~ To those who ordered their unit, are the accessories part of the box?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] abunhyan:
It cost me around 1100 usd and its only the phone
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] mrcon:
How to install ROG official theme on zenfone 5z [MENTION=4267571]sd_shadow[/MENTION]
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] spoonerweb_com:
For Taiwan version:

1. Google Account Manager - ??? (Don't see this one listed in the apps - even after listing system apps)

2. Google Services Framework - 8.1.0-4487743

3. Google Play Services - 14.3.66 (040408-213742215)

4. Google Play Store - 11.9.14-all [0] [PR] 214884739
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
I have downloaded the versions you listed i even installed Google Contacts Sync which i exported from the WW rom version. Still nothing seems to work.

As stated in a previous post the current CN rom version doesn't support Google sevices(Confirmed by an Asus representative). We will have to wait for the next update to get the support as promised.

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If you get the chinese version. It's priced at 5999 RMB(882 USD) without shipping costs. In the box you get:

1. Phone.

2. Charger adapter and cable.

3. AeroActive cooler accessory.

4. Manual & Sim card pin.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Marco589:
I saw in a review that there is an original back cover, do you know where to find it?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
You mean the official case from Asus. Yes it's part of the accessories offered for the phone, but it's very expensive(65$ USD) and currently it's offered only in Taiwan if i am not mistaken. Although i can find it in China Taobao website 【台版华硕原厂ASUS ZS600KL rog phone 手机壳专属保护壳 台湾直发】https://m.tb.cn/h.3826uhR?sm=bd4253 点击链接，再选择浏览器咑閞；或復·制这段描述$gtn6bh8wKub$后到?淘♂寳♀?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Marco589:
yes that what I meant. Thanks

65$ for that..... ok I'll look for something else :D
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] spoonerweb_com:
It is now on Amazon and $60
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] aolazaba:
Could you send me the link, strangely I can't find it?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Marco589:
Neither do I...
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] spoonerweb_com:
I tried searching for it and also couldn't find it. Looks like they had limited quantities of them. Will be interesting to see if I actually get mine next Wednesday.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] ZiCott:
Just got the phone in HKG, beast of a phone, much better than Razer. Google is all preloaded, and working like a charm.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] spoonerweb_com:
Received my Asus case today. Looks like they are available on Amazon again, but might take awhile to actually ship.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
Could someone confirm that their windows 10 device can detect their phone in fastboot mode?. I am wondering because my laptop can't detect my phone in fastboot mode but can detect it when the phone is on and using adb commands. Could this be because my bootloader is unlocked yet.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] ballanda:
Still no luck here. I'm just wondering why there would be a way to unlock the bootloader and a fastboot mode that you can enter by holding volume up and power, if there's no way to use fastboot with the phone. If fastboot was disabled on the phone wouldn't none of that exist?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
Some people manged to flash TWRP how did they flash TWRP without fastboot working?. Either they are on a previous Windows version maybe windows 7 or even 8. Something isn't right.

It has to do with the drivers of the phone on Windows. Or Asus purposefully made it that way as you insinuated.

My situation currently is that my laptop can't detect a device when in fastboot mode only; meaning either the device refuses to connect when it's in that mode. It could be because i haven't unlocked my bootloader yet, that's why i need feedback from others.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] ballanda:
Same exact situation here. I can tell you for a fact that unlocking the bootloader won't help.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
I guess we will have to wait until a solution is found. Because i have tried all the suggestions on the net to no avail. The only thing left is to format my laptop and start fresh which i doubt will do anything or try on another Windows version.

By the way have you tried the adb sideload command from stock recovery?. That command doesn't seem to work either meaning no connection from stock recovery either. when i run the command i get "no devices/emulators found" message.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Marco589:
Dont know if already requested, Is It possible to have the notifications on the Always on display?

and what about the double tap to wake up? does it work on your one?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
The double tap to wake works fine, no issues here. You can use any custom launcher double tap gesture to lock the device too.

Regarding the always on panel. I like it but I don't use it because unless you are plugged to a power supply I find it difficult to find the benefits of having it. You only eat up your battery.

Instead I use "Glance Plus" to wake the screen for notifications, and leave the rest for the led notification in case I missed seeing the screen. Good combo!. Another great similar app is "Alway On Edge-Edge lightning" haven't tested it yet but it seems to be great.

If you want a similar always on display like the always on panel there are plenty of choices in the play store with more customizations
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Marco589:
I figured out that the double tap to wake was unable ?

The AOD, you are right, "eats" too much battery.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] cylpol1:
Hi I had a question about the setting. Are there different color options for the ui that comes with the phone and not from themes
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
There are two options for color "Dark/White" you go to "Wallpaper" section then "Device theme". The change is a system wide change meaning the (Quick settings/notification) shade and settings section will both change color.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] cylpol1:
Thank you so much that was what I was looking for

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Another question how has the battery been for you guys in daily use and also heavy use (not gaming) and the screen on time thanks
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
You are welcome. With average usage (5h SOT) and wifi on, data/GPS/and Bluetooth disabled you would need to charge the phone by evening time.With light usage you would get more than a day.

I would say it's okey nothing spectacular pretty much acceptable.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] cylpol1:
Thank you so much as I just a phone that can lay a one day of hard use. Also is the fingerprint scanner one where the screen had to be on to unlock the phone or does does placing my finger on it just unlock it. Also how is the screen and you can say if it is good enough to use in sun. Appreciate all your answers
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
You can unlock using the fingerprint with the screen off no need to turn it on. The screen is ok during sunlight not the brightest but I can live with it.

Personally I recommend buying the phone if you have the money, if you don't and on a tight budget I would check the Black Shark Helo. Good Luck!
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] cylpol1:
Thank you so much in going to get this out the Samsung s10 but this battery size is really making me want this phone
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] mbze430:
I posted this request of ASUS's Zentalk, if more people ask ASUS to add notification and weather on the AOD they might add it. So let them know!
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] iStasis:
As google play store is designed to not work in China due to country restrictions the only way this would work would be with a VPN service.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] ZiCott:
Someone has already posted that the new Firmware has the Google Framework installed in it, and you can use Google Services again on a CN Device., I am using a WW model, so its already working out of the box...RoG Rocks
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] iStasis:
My bad i assumed it was because of the laws over then i did not think that google play was suppose to work, my bad sorry
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Cyrax43:
So is there a way I could view what the new updates on the phone are?

I've had 2 updates made on the phone but i didn't get to read the changelogs, is there a way to see them and or is there a site wherein it's posted?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
On the phone:

I would set Auto update on the phone to manual instead of auto that way when you check for an update and there is one, it will list down the update changes before you approve the download of the update.

To check the changes go to the firmware section in this link.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Straum:
Does anyone know how to turn off the lock when people call you? I have to answer the call, unlock the phone, then answer again to finally talk to people. When the screen is locked I can't use the gesture to just bring the phone to my ear. I tried that and it just rang loudly in my ear until I unlocked the phone and answered again. It's very annoying.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
I have face unlock set, so I haven't faced the issue you describe before. Another method you could use your fingerprint to unlock the screen and then answer the phone call. Also make sure that

"Lift to check phone" and "hands up" are turned on in settings for smoother experience.

Anyway I don't think there is an option to answer phone calls without unlocking the phone first if there is a lock set. Either you disable the lock screen or use the methods I stated.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] ermacwins:
How do you change the dark theme to a light theme?
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Rashad83:
Wallpaper/ Device theme
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] Cyrax43:
download new themes in the Asus theme store.
[Asus ROG Phone Questions & Answers] neljohnsnel:
Multi Window

i cant seem to have 2 games running at the same time using multi window feature cause when i switch windows the other window will freeze and goes idle.