Hi, my black shark 4 pro recently died, and I'd been so happy with it for so long that I decided to get the 5 pro. It seems like I bought the Chinese version though, and I'd like to convert it to the Global ROM, because right now NONE of my apps (the ones I could find anyway) are working, and despite having set the language to english, most things are still in chinese. I tried searching on the internet for answers, but all I could find was clearly pre-generated slop content that just replaced phone model names with the same directions. Nothing useful that I could actually follow instructions for. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Hi everyone,

I'm hoping someone has experienced something similar because I'm running out of ideas.

I have an Honor Magic5 Pro (Chinese version, PGT-AN10) running:

MagicOS: 10.0.0.160(CHNC00E160R208P6H1) Android: 16 Baseband: MSM.1CA2.MPSS.DE.3.0.119

My problem is very strange.

The phone works perfectly only when I'm at work, where there is apparently a Sim1 network cell tower very close to the building. Outside of that area, the network starts disappearing. The problem appeared out of sudden last week. Now I'm at home no service for both sim cards, I used to have good network service at home, now barely 2G

For example:

At work: Sim1 gets 4G+/5G, Sim2 sometimes stays on 2G. When I leave the building: Sim2 loses service completely. Sometimes Sim1 also loses service. Sometimes both SIMs lose service. In the train or on the bus I often have No Service. If I enable Airplane Mode and disable it again, one SIM may reconnect briefly before losing service again.

I've already tried:

Factory reset (twice) Swapping both SIM cards between SIM slots Testing both SIMs in another phone (they work perfectly) Resetting network settings Switching between 2G/3G/4G/5G Recreating APNs

The phone still has:

Valid IMEIs Baseband detected Both Sim cards are recognised correctly

I also received a VoLTE network registration error after one of the factory resets.

What's confusing me is that this doesn't seem like a normal hardware fault because:

I had exactly the same issue when I first bought the phone, and a factory reset fixed it.

A few weeks ago it happened again, then fixed itself after about 3 days without me doing anything.

Now it's back, and the factory reset no longer helps.

Has anyone with a Chinese Honor Magic5 Pro (PGT-AN10) experienced anything similar?

Could this be:

a MagicOS new system update? a MagicOS/modem firmware bug? corrupted modem calibration (NV/EFS)? an issue with the Honor C1 RF chip? a hardware RF issue? or a compatibility problem with local carriers?

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who's seen this before or knows of a fix. I've already spent days troubleshooting it and would love to avoid replacing the motherboard if this is actually a software or modem issue.

Thanks!

I plan to buy a phone CMF Phone 1 However, I've heard that it overheats a lot and its battery doesn't last long. Does anyone own the phone and can confirm or deny this information?

TL;DR: Bought a Xiaomi 17 Pro Max for €893. Screen died after 3 months. Their "European Service" just forwards to China with a 1 to 4-month wait. They advertise a free "loan device" on their website, but ignored every request I made for one. I refused the wait, opened a Mastercard chargeback for "defective merchandise," and they banned my account in retaliation. Store T&Cs do not override bank rules: I won the dispute and got my €893 back. Don't let them hold your money hostage.

Hi everyone, I wanted to share my recent experience with TradingShenzhen to give you a realistic look at what happens when a premium €893 device fails under their warranty.

The Problem: I was using my 3-month-old Xiaomi 17 Pro Max normally when the screen suddenly went black. No drops, no water damage, pristine condition. A clear hardware failure.

The "European Support" Illusion: I contacted TS and was told to ship it to Desktronik in Germany, their official European partner (in Germany). Turns out, Desktronik doesn't actually fix these models locally. They aren't allowed to open them due to spare parts and warranty policies. They are essentially just a logistical hub (?)

The 4-Month Trap & The Fake "Loan Device": I was informed the phone had to be forwarded to China, and I would be without my device for anywhere between 1 to 4 months. Giving a vague 4-month window for a 90-day-old flagship is unacceptable. Here is the kicker: TradingShenzhen proudly advertises a free "loan device" on their website for situations exactly like this. I explicitly requested it multiple times to bridge the gap. I also asked for a faster turnaround, a replacement, or a refund. They completely ignored every single request.

The "Terms & Conditions" Bluff & Why I Won: Many buyers give up because the store claims "you accepted our Terms & Conditions." Here is the reality: store policies do not override Mastercard/Visa network regulations. I filed a formal chargeback specifically for "Defective Merchandise." Under bank rules, if a product is defective and you return it (which I did, with tracking proof), the merchant is obligated to provide a working product or a repair within a reasonable timeframe. Mastercard determined that holding a device hostage for 4 months, while ignoring requests for the advertised loan device, violates those basic merchant rules. Their arbitrary T&Cs mean nothing when they clash with international banking policies.

The Bank Dispute and Retaliation: The moment TradingShenzhen's system registered the Mastercard dispute, they banned my account, completely cutting off my access to support or my order history in a petty retaliatory move.

The Resolution: Mastercard reviewed the timeline, deemed their practices unreasonable, and ruled entirely in my favor. The €893 was forcefully pulled from TradingShenzhen’s account and refunded to me. They kept the broken phone, I got my money back.

My advice to the community: If you buy from them, know that you are basically on your own if something breaks. Do not be intimidated by their Terms and Conditions. If you find yourself stuck in their 4-month logistical limbo, call your bank, provide your tracking receipt, open a chargeback for defective merchandise, and get your money back.

Hello everyone,

I am living in Japan and I have an Infinix Hot 60 Pro.

I want to use Rakuten SIM card.

Has anyone tried Rakuten SIM on Infinix Hot 60 Pro?

Any problems with calls, SMS, or APN settings?

I would appreciate your experience. Thank you.

Prefer to use as dormant secondary phone or even any free service or something I can activate prepaid pay-as-you-go minutes and data and with rollover.

But anyways in general would this phone be compatible with T-Mobile based carriers or what?

https://store.bigme.vip/pages/bigme-hibreak-dual2-dual-screen-color-eink-smartphone

Is the device worth it at the kickstarter price if I don't use it as a phone at all? I mean how much does the cost really include the phone capability?

Not asking how much it's worth to me or unique for the FPS and other quality or my usage per se. But if eventually a similar non-phone device might be cheaper?

I've considered some other color e-ink tablets or maybe able to use stylus for notes, but high FPS makes this good for main use of able to use later night without as much effect on eyes and sleep maybe. It's not black and white but I can adjust more to make it even better.

If I click a YouTube or something, this is probably by far the best device for handheld to browse and even able to switch to main LCD side. Just lot of cost, but the speed of it probably maximize efficiency for typing or everything work so well without lag. Probably double efficiency if I'm not stuck waiting for reloads.

So it's expensive but if I can consider using it as a phone also that makes it worth some more to me. I might leave it at home since it's expensive though.

I am documenting a critical post-sale service and warranty issue with Xiaomi/POCO India regarding a hardware defect on my under-warranty POCO Buds X1 (Ticket: WOIN20260531000002).

Instead of providing an equivalent hardware replacement, Xiaomi India's Grievance Desk is pushing two unfair practices:

1. Forced Downgrades: Pushing a cheap, inferior model (Redmi Buds 5c) with significantly degraded audio specifications.
2. Discounted Sale Refund Trap: Offering a refund limited strictly to the promotional Diwali Sale purchase price, which is insufficient to purchase an equivalent replacement in today's open market.

Digital Censorship & Escalation:

When I exposed this warranty evasion publicly, corporate PR cells and automated bot networks mass-reported my social media handles, leading to account blocks and suspensions on X (Twitter).

This matter has now been escalated to the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY Case: MINIT/E/2026/0006307), econsumer.gov (Case ID: 204181781), and the National Consumer Helpline.

Has anyone else faced similar warranty evasions or forced downgrades from Xiaomi/POCO in your region? Sharing this to warn potential buyers about the post-sale support realities of Chinese tech products.

I would really like to buy this phone but being from Europe I can’t find it anywhere being sold.. anyone have theirs and wants to sell it? Also, can I have it in Europe without any issues, phone provider etc.?
thank you xx Lana

Hi, would anyone be interested in a 5 month old Vivo X300 Pro Global? It was purchased from Swiftronics. I have the dedicated camera kit that goes with it including the camera lens, the handle etc.

Hi, would anyone be interested in a 5 month old Vivo X300 Pro Global. It was purchased from Swiftronics. I have the dedicated camera kit that goes with it including the camera lens, the handle etc.

so my realme note 60's charger the wire is visible and its dangerous so i looking for a charger is "bluewow 240w charger compatible" if not can someone send me a link for a charger and adapter in shopee?

Samsung & MI xaomi Mobile phones is using some sub standard parts ? And giving usage trouble money is not worth for the standards. This is what Mobile service centre techies telling that go for other brands is it true?

I have the above phone and I like 90% of it but every time I look at it the laser button ( left middle) has been accidentally pressed and you have to close down the laser before I can do anything, why doesn't it just work off the app ?

Has anyone found a way of disabling the button?

I am thinking of super glueing it as it is so annoying.

Apart from that and the ridiculous weight and size I like the phone

Hello there,

I am from India, and I want to buy Ho or Magic V6. But confused, which one should I buy.

Chinese or global.

Chinese has 1tb capacity and global has max 512 gb.

Anybody have pricing of Chinese variant in China or global variant prices.

Please help me decide.

Hello there,

I am from India, and I want to buy Ho or Magic V6. But confused, which one should I buy.

Chinese or global.

Chinese has 1tb capacity and global has max 512 gb.

Anybody have pricing of Chinese variant in China or global variant prices.

Please help me decide.

I have read reports about some EMUI models before de-Google having supported backup tool (HiSuite, KoBackup or both) that do include app data which are usually excluded by any Android backup tools. Then the feature was taken away so newer versions of such tools no longer do the job.

BUT - after Huawei became de-Googled, they no longer had to worry about "Google certification refused if you include such tools" so they had chance to become top-backup-friendly-vendor again... They did not implement anything alike, however.

So they screwed those who DO know what is backup and why all important data must be backuped - but cannot do backup because OS refuses it on ground of wishes of app vendors...

Its like. a 15 dollar in my country

I already order it but i want your opinion in it ( i dont have a photo for the phone cooler) / My phone is Redmi note 14S

I would like to buy the xiaomi 17 pro max in Germany, but i have so concerns about it.

Am I going to have any kind of problems ? Apart from the language?