yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] Sain0rs:
AT&T is apparently having an outage on the East Coast (at the least). No data aside from web drowsing is working as of 10:34am EST in NY
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] ChumleyEX:
http://gizmodo.com/5044755/att-data-network-knocked-out-in-northeast
[Samsung Galaxy S10 Guides, News, & Discussion] Jt380p:
I just received my One UI 3 update today. like seriously, I've been waiting for about 3 weeks for the update.. I ran the benchmarks multiple times to make sure there are no incosistencies with the results. Anyways, here they are.

*This is a controlled test*

- ambient room temp 23-24c

- brightness set to ~45%

- cache partition is cleared and app optimisation is reset after One UI 3 update

- memory has been cleared through Device Care

- etc etc

edit: as for battery life, there has been a significant improvement. I'm getting about 20-60 minutes more SoT compared to One UI 2.5 with my usage. it is also worth mentioning that heat management has been improved as well. my S10 Exynos doesn't get hot as much as One UI 2.5. of course there are minor bugs here and there, along with severe animation lag for the volume panel, but overall, I'm very impressed with One UI 3. (y)

Spoiler content hidden.
[Samsung Galaxy A71 Questions & Answers] TheMastaKilla1986:
Hey guys...

sorry for my bad english...

but first il be searchin on a tutorial on german that root my a71 device and install twrp on it...

i will not erase my data ...i will a completly save the image without deleted the data on the device

so who can help?

thank you very much

regards
[General Questions and Answers] UglyStuff:
Hi fellas,

Very happy with my Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S, but I'm constantly alternating between using buttons and gestures to navigate, because when in gestures, I often accidentally trigger Google Assistant, or, I should say, I get prompted to activate it, which I don't want to by any stretch. Disabling it is one of the very first things I did when I set up the phone.

I suppose gestures are to some extent hard-coded in Android 10, but isn't there a way to prevent a thumb slide upward from the bottom left corner from causing the prompt to activate Google Assistant? Like, remapping that area of the screen or something? I like gestures, generally-speaking, but this one mishap that brings the prompt instead of closing the app I have on-screen is enough to bring me back to using buttons instead.

(Yeah, I know, I'm clumsy.)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Gaukler_Faun:
The first one.. The first time.😁

Just downloading. Thanks for the rom.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] johnson2rock:
I was really hoping for a dotos update today and you just did it at the perfect time. Thank you. What if we use this Camera app for the vanilla version??
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
congrats on the official status! can't wait to try this <3
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
Hi I don't know much about this rom, does it support dual apps natively? Is it good enough to be used as a daily driver?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
It has the stable label so I'd imagine it works for daily driver. Regarding dual apps, I'm not sure what that is.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
Thanks, dual apps allows you to have two versions of the same app on the device, e.g. Two WhatsApps or Two instagrams?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
Ahh I see, I'm about to try this ROM, as soon as I know if the feature is available I will let you know.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] aseelpsathar:
Parrot gcam
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] aseelpsathar:
Welcome
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
So just installed this today and using it after 6 hours (only) -

1. The rom on it's own is beta-ish, in terms of UI especially, you'd come across a few bugs/glitches. Not sure if that's due to A11 or the rom.

2. UI is definitely a step down on A11. It does much less occupyin basically the same amount of space (A11 nitpick, not rom's)

3. There are some cool features on A11, but not very big game changing. Basically it's 10.2 - I'd think A12 will be much more "updated"

4. Back to rom, it's stable, performance is good enough (not sure what to expect of such an old device as vince). Can't speak for battery backup (yet)

tl;dr interesting rom, very less customisation options (coming from Havoc), UI is minimal (A11), and I'm gonna stick with it.

Also, good job devs (y)

Thank you!

D4DDY-C001
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] orcecso:
I am trying to update my phones adreno driver using this https://xdaforums.com/t/driver-9-0-adreno-500-series-opengl-vulkan-drivers-v-474-0-1-1-128.4042619/ and as listed that the drivers require 9.0 or higher, listed on the post above its android 11, but doing it it shows that this rom is android 7.1.2,, is this real? i am on the inital page havent restarted my phone yet,,

basically:

recovery

wipe,dalvik cache etc

install > rom gapps

then install driver

shows cannot be cause its 7.1.2 ,

please help
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Is the new Media Controls not working on this one or it just me?

EDIT: dot source doesn't have it :/

Anyway, https://www.xda-developers.com/power-shade-brings-android-11-media-controls-ui-any-android-device/
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
Were you able to check if this supported dual apps natively?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
No, the feature was not there just yet. :/
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Assassins23:
whats your review on this ROM?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
It's stable for a daily driver, the only thing I didn't love is the QS and how the brightness. bar is big just like in MIUI but that's just me. I went back to havoc 3 due to lawnchair not being available in R.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Nope, but
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
ROM seems very smooth, no WPS option to connect to WiFi. I really like this rom, only that WPS option missing for me. I might have to go back to my MIUI 11 rom as I need the dual apps option, very important for me.

very nice rom though @aseelpsathar, if you can add wps and dual apps for this in future updates i'll stick with it. Keep up the good work.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Assassins23:
WPS option have been removed since android 10 for all devices.. thats why you don't see it
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
Thanks I realized after doing some checks. was a nice feature for me as I usually connect to several modems while programming them at work, not so nice to type in passwords for each
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] GustavoMends:
Thank you sir! It's very fluid
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sachin_mhz:
Can anyone tell me if there are any bugs or defects in this rom?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] mafiaprinc3:
No bugs experienced during my testing, very smooth and stable. Only thing I really wanted in it was native dual apps like miui has but this rom is awesome.

I didn't do any gaming on it but for daily use it's stable
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Fairly stable, but there are random UI bugs and crashes, but even they aren't really common or annoying.

As for performance, I'm surprised by how optimised this ROM/A11 is. Can't speak for gaming, but multitasking is much much better.

Depends on which ROM you're coming from, this one doesn't have much customisation..
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
IDK it's a bug or something, but suddenly incoming calls have stopped showing up, anyone else facing the same issue?

Network related issue; fixed by switching SIM.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sai000:
I have to say this. The UI looks awesome! But the performance is not really good for me!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sai000:
What kernel are you using? I'm using dark arges 4.9.253 and I feel it's not really smooth and stable
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Not sure, performance is good for me. Multi-tasking is better than Havoc 10. And everything is smooth AF.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Guess this is dead now :(

Any other 11 ROMs you all prefer?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
hello guys and girls.

thank you dev and everyone else involved in the development,

Im thinking about flashing this rom on my device so i was hoping if i could get some suggestions from all people here, since its always better to do some R&D before flashing.

I want to know is there any precaution to take, it'll be good if some one can provide me the steps to flash this rom.

Which recovery, firmware version, gapps etc.

thanks a lot eveyone.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Good, stable ROM, can't say if you should install it considering the dev will probably step down

(broke his vince).
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
Havoc 4, there's a thread already here on XDA. It's stable amd everything works great, the features are few but it's normal since we're on the first releases. Only issue is that it's not official, the official "maintainer" has been away for like 3 months now.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Thanks sar. Havoc is awesome; used A10 for long time on Havoc. I guess I'll wait out until it's polished. And currently DotOS is working well for me.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] aseelpsathar:
if i got tester who can give me logs ill continue building
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Mahereg:
Fm not warking
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] shubham_8181:
The ROM is working fine, however my phone is charging really slow, like 30% in 6 hours.

Any solutions ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] D4DDY-C001:
Well that's good to hear.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] RobertMi:
Same here
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] RobertMi:
Any solution for fm radio?! It's broken for me
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AkiraLeir:
It's broken on all A11 AOSP ROMs, as far as I know. If you really want FM radio, stick with A10 or older.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] RobertMi:
Thx
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] deejayweb:
Dot os 5.0 - bad quality sound in video recording (redmi note 5 whyred). Does anybody can help with it ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
Is this rom discontinued.....?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] djlah:
hopefully not, waiting for 5.1...
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] celephrn:
According to this telegram channel new version is already out, I'm a bit sceptic about that channel but you could try and ask someone there.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] boudjemas:
April 13, 2021

The link :

find your devices | dotOS
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] djlah:
perfect.... anyone already done flashing?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
Thank you.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] fede01_8:
Just installed it a couple of hours ago and no problems so far.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] djlah:
same here, so far so good. but I have 1 unresolved issue. Satefynet show evalType = N/A in Magisk. Appreciate if anyone can share how you solve this error for this ROM.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
Guys i need some help, im thinking of dirty flashing the latest update, i just need some instruction, do i have to flash gapps also after dirty flashing the update.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
first (important) remove all password pin, facelock, fingerprint, to avoid the os locked after flashing. than proceed by delete dalvick, cache, system, flash the rom and gapps. reboot.. backup first!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
dirty work only if u use same roms, can't miss match from diff roms
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
it's backward man. safetynet come from google for google certified device. safetynet is created by google to prevent certain apps to run in rooted device for security reason like banking apps. it's the root software that try to make safetynet run even in rooted device by masking/hiding the root sotware, it's like cat and mouse game.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
Hello guys thank for guiding me back there with dirty flashing, i need few more answers, after dirty flashing my system-updater isn't working anymore. It crashes everytime i open it.

Though its nothing major.

But still any solutions for that is welcomed.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
if someone could help me, is dotos support "signature spoofing"?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vinydasilveira:
So, the answer is no?

This rom don't pass in safety net, like xiaomi.eu roms that works 100% without root. That's it?

Let's make it clear. If I waste my time installing this rom, without root, only the rom + gapps, will the bank apps work on it?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
short answer yes, long answer is no, only certified official like xiaomi that has certified from google. I attach pic from clean dotos + nickgaaps core + non rooted. and it's permissive selinux not my taste.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
edit: maybe it's selinux enforce, maybe the native root checker is detecting wrong.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] misidp:
reedit: it's selinux enforced, checked from rootbeer
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vinydasilveira:
All right.

I'm gonna install this rom and install my bank apps, since it works. Thanks
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Assassins23:
plz add game mode in it
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Nimakoko:
I need help with something... How can I remove the Auto-Brightness toggle in the statusbar? Thank you for your help.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sudhangshu:
Can you explain it further?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] quest2012:
Thanks for the update. The maintainer should update the thread , I see that DotOS is updated as on 20th Jul , this will people looking out for ROMs.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] NetDwarf:
Heya,

@aseelpsathar : is device encryption supposed to be working? I never got the button to actually do it (after charging to 100% and keeping it on the charger of course).

At any rate, thank you for the ROM port. (y)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] WaLmeN:
How to disable double tap to wake up? Disable this function in settings didnt work, screen still wake up when double tap.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] quest2012:
This ROM is no longer managed / maintained :(
[OnePlus 8T Questions & Answers] fjsferreira:
Asking because I can't barely see the time when there's a red 1 in there (some degree of daltonism)
[HTC Excalibur] N1TeSH1FT:
Hey folks,

HTC seems to have released a new Windows Mobile 6 Upgrade for Excalibur. At least on their homepage they mention 2008-08-04 as a release Date.

As I got the o2 XDA Cosmo and am not allowed to download an original HTC ROM I would really appreciate it, if someone could download it for me.

It's the German ROM.

The exact link is:

Link do HTC Download-Page for German ROM.

TIA.

NiTeSHiFT
[HTC Excalibur] LiverpoolFCfan:
It is not a new version of WM 6.0

It just states August 4th because that was when they revamped their Software download site, and moved the links out from the e-Club login page.

The WWE version up there is the same as the one listed in the Official ROM - Download links thread. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=381726
[General Questions and Answers] MOHSIN2917:
Hello Every body, my oppo Reno 5 pro mobile not open camera and gallery, clear cache clear data done. But same problem here. Screen shot attached
[Xposed Framework Modules] Braain:
Salve, doppio download report apk non compatibile Avevo installato Android P-ify c'erano dei problemi tutto andava bene prima ora apk non compatibile funziona su Asus Zenfone max m2
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
Project Sakura is a custom ROM based on Lineage OS, It tries to remain true to it while also providing some more functionality and UI changes. Its sole purpose is to provide a platform which is powered by Lineage and is more customisable than Lineage

* Your warranty is now void

* We are not responsible for anything that may happen to your phone by installing any custom ROMs and/or kernels

* You do it at your own risk and take the responsibility upon yourself and you are not to blame us or XDA and its respected developers.

"This is a user friendly thread, all your suggestions are important to us and will be taken into consideration

CLEAN FLASH :

Download the Build you want to flash, there are two variants(GAPPS AND VANILLA)

Place ROM.zip , Gapp , TWRP installer.zip & OOS 10 OTA.zip in OTG​

Boot to TWRP​

If you are in A slot Flashing will go B if you are in B slot Flashing will go A (Keep in mind)​

Now connect OTG, press install select storage and Flash OOS 10 OTA.zip _ And see in which slot it is flashing​

Now install TWRP Installer .zip​

Reboot to TWRP from TWRP_ Now your slot must be changed​

Now connect OTG, press install select storage and Flash OOS 10 OTA.zip _ And see in which slot it is flashing​

OOS 10.zip should be flashed in both A & B Slot​

Now install TWRP Installer .zip​

Reboot to TWRP (Optional)​

Press install and flash ROM.zip​

Now install TWRP installer.zip​

Reboot to TWRP from TWRP​

Flash Gapps.zip​

Flash Magisk (Optional)​

Select Wipe and just swipe to wipe data​

Reboot_you are good

DOWNLOAD

Lineage OS

AOSP

Superior OS

AOSiP

DerpFest

Pixel Experience

Extended UI

Havoc OS

CrDroid ROM

Project Sakura Source

Telegram Group

REPORTING BUGS!

As soon as the problem occurs, take a logcat!

for more READ THIS​

Project Sakura, ROM

Device:OnePlus6 _ Enchilada

Maintainer: ZahidM Choudhry

Build Type: OFFICIAL

Contributors

For Stable Kernel: @chandu dyavanapelli

My Best Ever Friend: @jeferson1979

Kernel Source: Kernel_Oneplus_sdm845

Kernel Version: 4.9.xxx

ROM OS Version: 11.0.0_r.29

ROM Firmware Required: Oxyen OS 10 Latest

Based On: LineageOS 18

Status: Stable

Current Stable Version: 4.R

SELinux Status: Enforcing

Release Date: 2021-February-09
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
Reserved for SS & CL
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] chandu dyavanapelli:
Wew
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
Awesome
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] stas1c:
so only VANILLA build for now?
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
Guys, Z and I are working together on this ROM at this time, I will compile a microg version as well, for now it looks like only vanilla has been uploaded. We will have to add another link for gapps build I think.
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
Yes soon @erad1 will be the maintainer + Gapps build will be up soon
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] rom2525:
it is not working add google accounts, please repair
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
Try a different gapps package?
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
Use Nikgapps omni from 25/10
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] Navalier:
I absolutely love the design of this ROM!

but 1 complaint I have is, maybe it's just my device, but the battery life doesn't seem to good.
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
Might go back to lineage kernel in the next update, we'll have to see. But you should check your setup for better battery life would be best. It's doubtful the rom is at fault there. Give it some time maybe?
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
I'll push a build soon with working hotword, oneplus launcher and wfd.
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
Please build, and takeover.
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
No problem, I'll push the trees I have as well Z. Do I have access in this thread tho?
[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] erad1:
Official releases can be now found at this thread: https://xdaforums.com/t/rom-11-project-sakura-4-r-official-android-11.4232969/

or using this code:

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[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] zahidm:
This Thread Discontinued here.

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[OnePlus 6 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Devel] Stephen:
Moderator Information,

Thread has been closed at OP's request.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Riceburner:
I'm looking for information about this phone, as I'm considering buying one to replace an ageing Sony Xperia Z5 Compact.

Specifically I'm trying to find out if this phone will receive the upgrade to Android 11, when it comes out (I can purchase it with Android 10 installed).

I'd also like to know if it will actually receive OS updates at all, eg security updates.

I've tried emailing the company directly several times but either receive no reply at all, a canned response that doesn't answer my questions, or mixed-up answers that don't seem to be related to my questions at all.

I've also noted that the X8 doesn't seem to be on Google's list of Certified devices (https://storage.googleapis.com/play_public/supported_devices.html), and again, a question to Ulefone about this is ignored.

Hopefully someone here knows some information about this phone and company?

Or has anyone got any experience with the Armor X8?

As an alternative - if anyone can recommend an IP68 phone (preferably a rugged phone) that has a smaller than 6" screen (preferably smaller than 5.5"), which is Android 10/11 compatible (ie will receive upgrades), has an SD card slot, and has chip/memory specs significantly better than the Xperia Z5 Compact, I'd appreciate it. :)
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ssorgatem:
I got it for my wife a few days ago.

It is a certified device.

Whether it will support official updates or not, since it comes with Android 10 and having a Mediatek chipset, it shouldn't be too hard to port newer releases to it. There's some thread here about that for the Armor 6 IIRC.

Overall I'd say it's one of the best phones you can get for its price.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Riceburner:
The Armor 8 is on Google's list - but not the X8. Do we think for certain that they're the same under the skin?

I'm not much of a modder/rooter, generally quite happy with the stock OS, but I do like to receive the security updates, and OS upgrades when they're available. Maybe having a Sony has spoilt me?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ssorgatem:
They are most definitely not the same under the skin (the X8 is newer and slightly less powerful), but I have had it in my hands and it is certified.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Riceburner:
Without wishing to be argumentative ( :) ) - what's telling you it's certified?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ssorgatem:
Google Play says it's certified (bottom row, "dispositiu certificat" = "certified device")

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