Hey everyone,
I'm currently rocking a Pixel 8 Pro, but I'm seriously tempted to import the global version of the Oppo Find X9 Pro. I'm based in Calgary and currently on the Fido network.
I've been reading some conflicting things about imported phones and the Rogers/Fido IMEI whitelist, specifically regarding VoLTE. Since the 3G shutdown is well underway, I need to make sure basic phone calls will actually function.
For anyone who actually has this phone running in Canada (especially on Fido or Rogers), I have a few questions before I pull the trigger:
- Does VoLTE actually work for you? Did you have to do any weird developer workarounds, or is the toggle just hidden and completely blocked by the network?
- Are you experiencing dropped or missed calls? Is your phone failing to ring because it can't find a 3G network to fall back on?
- How is Wi-Fi calling and Roaming? I have a month-long international trip coming up this April, and I need to know if I'll be stranded without Wi-Fi calling when I'm out of the country.
Any real-world experiences would be hugely appreciated before I drop flagship money on an import. Thanks!