ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 Looking for a custom rom that works in the USA - Asus Zenfone Max M2 Questions & Answers

I ordered a ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL and from what i have been reading on some web sites this phone doesn't work in the US can anyone clarify this for m? I have ordered this phone and it will be here within a couple days. if this is true is there any custom roms that will make it work? if so what are they? and how to root?
Thanks in advance!

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[Q] Anyone heard of TRONSMART PS7 and COOLPAD 9976A

Both of them are with MTK6592, 1200P 1920*1200 screen 7inch ,2GB RAM
the only difference is the ROM, 8GB to COOLPAD 9976A, but 16GB to TRONSMART PS7
and I did not get the price for PS7.
which is better? anyone know more about the 2 phablet?
wslimk said:
Both of them are with MTK6592, 1200P 1920*1200 screen 7inch ,2GB RAM
the only difference is the ROM, 8GB to COOLPAD 9976A, but 16GB to TRONSMART PS7
and I did not get the price for PS7.
which is better? anyone know more about the 2 phablet?
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I found it here - http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Tron...00P-2GB-16GB-5MP-13MP-Dual-Camera-324755.html
I am buying the COOLPAD for about the same price, around 300.00 as the TRONSMART is not out yet..
Where did you find it for $300 ?
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Aliexpress... Probably more now
Price is now 380.00. Never received the item from aliexpress.com - I am going with merimobiles.com now - at about 405.00.
I considered buying the Ulefone U7.
I checked websites like fastcardtech.com, pandawill.com etc.
Finally I decided to buy the Coolpad 9976A from aliexpress (http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Cool...e-7-IPS-1920x1200-Android-4-2/1609182894.html).
Hopefully I will receive it by the end of April/2014.
jana999 said:
I considered buying the Ulefone U7.
I checked websites like fastcardtech.com, pandawill.com etc.
Finally I decided to buy the Coolpad 9976A from aliexpress (http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Cool...e-7-IPS-1920x1200-Android-4-2/1609182894.html).
Hopefully I will receive it by the end of April/2014.
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Good luck...
Hi,
my Ulefone U7 is arriving today; I bought it one month ago for about 230$, including shipping.
Why to choose Coolpad as the price is almost 150$ higher ?
Is there anyone else who has bought the U7 ?
Thank you,
cdr
I got my PS7, it is pretty good. at $229.99. Any one got the firmware, I need the original ROM
cdr400 said:
Hi,
my Ulefone U7 is arriving today; I bought it one month ago for about 230$, including shipping.
Why to choose Coolpad as the price is almost 150$ higher ?
Is there anyone else who has bought the U7 ?
Thank you,
cdr
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because of bigger battery maybe...

Note 5 or Note 5 pro?

The only notable difference between the two devices seems to be the camera and processor. Camera isn't a concern for me cause I don't use it much but processor and developer support (read custom rom support) is very essential. So which one shall I buy?
stealthinator16 said:
The only notable difference between the two devices seems to be the camera and processor. Camera isn't a concern for me cause I don't use it much but processor and developer support (read custom rom support) is very essential. So which one shall I buy?
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If you can, you should just go directly for the 5 Pro, but stocks will be hard to come by for the coming months as it is kinda hot right now. The Note 5 does everything and isn't slow, but the 5 pro does it much better with the upgraded processor. Mostly the hardcore users would notice the performance difference from both. For day to day use, both do them quite well, as well as battery life.
Also. Even if you don't use the camera much, it will still provide better pictures for the times that you use them.
Custom Rom support would be good for this device as most Redmi users that look for an upgrade would buy this phone, chances are developers would join in too.
Overall, the 5 Pro is superior in some aspects, but the 5 Plus isn't something to scoff at either. It would depend on whether you think the upgrade is right for the price as both do quite well with their arsenal of specifications.
Domanshi said:
Custom Rom support would be good for this device as most Redmi users that look for an upgrade would buy this phone, chances are developers would join in too.
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ROMs for Note 5 are already out while development of Note 5 Pro hadn't started the last time I checked.
Anyways I have decided to buy Note 5 Pro. I'll try my hand at porting RR if nobody else does
stealthinator16 said:
ROMs for Note 5 are already out while development of Note 5 Pro hadn't started the last time I checked.
Anyways I have decided to buy Note 5 Pro. I'll try my hand at porting RR if nobody else does
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That's probably due to the fact that the Note 5 AKA 5 Plus has been out for a month longer before the Pro, but I'm pretty sure the Pro will catch up to the Rom supports.
Also, enjoy the 5 Pro. If only I knew they would release the 5 Pro, I would've waited, but sadly my z00a gave up on me so I had to buy the 5 Plus rather hastily.
Domanshi said:
If only I knew they would release the 5 Pro, I would've waited, but sadly my z00a gave up on me so I had to buy the 5 Plus rather hastily.
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Which variant do you have?
stealthinator16 said:
Which variant do you have?
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I have the 5 Plus 4/64. It's an upgrade from my z00a and I have no complaints, but the 5 Pro is just better overall.
Domanshi said:
I have the 5 Plus 4/64. It's an upgrade from my z00a and I have no complaints, but the 5 Pro is just better overall.
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Do you live in China? It's called 5 Plus only in China maybe.
I'm just waiting for my exams to finish so I can get a new 5 Pro!
stealthinator16 said:
Do you live in China? It's called 5 Plus only in China maybe.
I'm just waiting for my exams to finish so I can get a new 5 Pro!
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No, I'm from PH actually. There are a lot of resellers locally and online, although ours here orders them from China directly through a supplier.It was pre installed with the fake global rom but Bootloader was unlocked so I was able to flash the EU rom.
You'd be lucky if you can buy it right now since it usually ends up out of stock. But maybe it was just in India.
Domanshi said:
No, I'm from PH actually. There are a lot of resellers locally and online, although ours here orders them from China directly through a supplier.It was pre installed with the fake global rom but Bootloader was unlocked so I was able to flash the EU rom.
You'd be lucky if you can buy it right now since it usually ends up out of stock. But maybe it was just in India.
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Already unlocked bootloader?! I guess the reseller did it?
Here in India we have flash sales every other week or so. Stocks last for 5-10 minutes. So in April I'll find the date and be ready at the specified time.
stealthinator16 said:
Already unlocked bootloader?! I guess the reseller did it?
Here in India we have flash sales every other week or so. Stocks last for 5-10 minutes. So in April I'll find the date and be ready at the specified time.
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Most probably, since they have to install the Vendor rom which, AFAIK, would update itself automatically to the global version when it officially releases.
Well, that's good since it's an India first phone release, units would be high per restock there. Hope you get yours bud.
Domanshi said:
Most probably, since they have to install the Vendor rom which, AFAIK, would update itself automatically to the global version when it officially releases.
Well, that's good since it's an India first phone release, units would be high per restock there. Hope you get yours bud.
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Thanks man.
Hey guys
How can I know if my note 5 is pro or plus, China or India?
Thanks
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Good alternative for Honor 8X with custom ROMs?

Hi I already ordered the Honor 8x but only later I realized that you cant put LineageOS on it.
I can still stop the order but what would be alternatives with good value for a cheap price (especially camera+dual sim).
Would the Poco f1 be the next best choice?
Drowwy said:
Hi I already ordered the Honor 8x but only later I realized that you cant put LineageOS on it.
I can still stop the order but what would be alternatives with good value for a cheap price (especially camera+dual sim).
Would the Poco f1 be the next best choice?
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Well if you are from India your best options will be
Redmi note 5 pro
Asus Zenfone max pro m1 6gb
Or you can give this a try
Moto power one
Xiaomi mi A2 lite good bang for buck and good development going on, I'm selling my 8x no bootloader no development screw honor [emoji16]
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Thank you guys for the suggestions. I'm located in Europe so the Redmi 5 Pro is sadly not an option.
The Xiaomi mi A2 Lite looks quite good, I'll have a closer look on that. Maybe the camera is a bit to weak for me.
DoobyDroid said:
I'm selling my 8x no bootloader no development screw honor
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I hope a lot of people don't buy it because of that. Like many others I contacted their support with no luck.
It's pretty unfortunate as the phone would be nice.

Kernel Source Released!!!

https://github.com/realme-kernel-opensource/realmeX50pro_AndroidQ-kernel-source
I don't know why there is no news at all on this, as far as I know it's the 2nd after Xiaomi Mi10 / Pro company to release source code for an 865 powered device. Let the kernel and ROM building begin!!!
Unfortunately I almost bought this phone but changed my mind, made many kernels for the Mi9 and Mi9T Pro K20 Pro, was going to get a Xiaomi Mi10, already built an OC kernel for it, but it's specs don't interest me for $800 just to get 600k AnTuTu. I have a Redmagic 5G instead waiting on source for that to be released.
Enjoy Realme X50 Pro owners! Wish I could help you out....
mslezak said:
https://github.com/realme-kernel-opensource/realmeX50pro_AndroidQ-kernel-source
I don't know why there is no news at all on this, as far as I know it's the 2nd after Xiaomi Mi10 / Pro company to release source code for an 865 powered device. Let the kernel and ROM building begin!!!
Unfortunately I almost bought this phone but changed my mind, made many kernels for the Mi9 and Mi9T Pro K20 Pro, was going to get a Xiaomi Mi10, already built an OC kernel for it, but it's specs don't interest me for $800 just to get 600k AnTuTu. I have a Redmagic 5G instead waiting on source for that to be released.
Enjoy Realme X50 Pro owners! Wish I could help you out....
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Please buy the phone, come on be the hero we need.
Allipse Cohen said:
Please buy the phone, come on be the hero we need.
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LoL I have 2 phones already and a full time job and am the only Redmagic 5G developer pushing Nubia to release source / fix a BL unlock bug. And a second job multifamily apartment rentals. And my wife works full time. And my kid is now homeschooled because of Coronavirus. But if I manage to find some time in between all this, sure I'll download source and see if I can bake a kernel. Why not?
mslezak said:
LoL I have 2 phones already and a full time job and am the only Redmagic 5G developer pushing Nubia to release source / fix a BL unlock bug. And a second job multifamily apartment rentals. And my wife works full time. And my kid is now homeschooled because of Coronavirus. But if I manage to find some time in between all this, sure I'll download source and see if I can bake a kernel. Why not?
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Fine I'll send you one if it means you'll make a ROM with it
Can we have custom ROMs soon ?
mslezak said:
LoL I have 2 phones already and a full time job and am the only Redmagic 5G developer pushing Nubia to release source / fix a BL unlock bug. And a second job multifamily apartment rentals. And my wife works full time. And my kid is now homeschooled because of Coronavirus. But if I manage to find some time in between all this, sure I'll download source and see if I can bake a kernel. Why not?
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Bro can you prep a kernel for nethunter on a Redmagic 5g? You would be a legend in the nethunter world

Buying Oneplus 7T Pro in 2020

Hello All,
I am planning to buy oneplus 7t pro in upcoming sale. Is it worth going for? How is the custom from development support for this device ?
I know its already a year old device but if development support is good then I can expect at least till Android 13 for this device.
How is the device itself first ?
HatRiGt said:
Hello All,
I am planning to buy oneplus 7t pro in upcoming sale. Is it worth going for? How is the custom from development support for this device ?
I know its already a year old device but if development support is good then I can expect at least till Android 13 for this device.
How is the device itself first ?
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Custom rom support are not that great for 7tp.....but you will get android 13 for sure.. great phone ..better than op 8... only problem is less better camera than 8 series...and custom rom support is dying day by day... it's very unfortunate that Google is trying to take control over android security.. that's why 7t and 7t pro has no twrp with the ability to decrypt data in twrp recovery.so now it's you who has to take decision...
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I bought the same model just a week ago because it was a great value today UNDER 600 dollars and it ticked all the boxes for what I basically wanted. I have a P30 Pro as well, and while I'd say it gets better battery life overall and that the camera can take better shots in SOME conditions, the gap isn't really that great. Most of the shots I've A/B with random people have chosen the OP7T Pro shots over the P30 Pro. It does get better brightness at night, but the details are lacking and seem over-processed. The P30 Pro definitely has a faster shutter.
After much deliberation I just received mines yesterday. I had a Mi 9 SE which was ghost touching on me so I had to change over asap. Figured I'd give OnePlus another go, I'd owned the one, the two, and now the 7t pro.
Really happy with the decision so far, just need to get used the massive size. Runs kinda hot tho, but that just maybe because I've been using it quite intensely for the last day or 2.
I'm happy with the decision.
I am also thinking of buying the 7T PRO or the Redmi K300 Pro ZOOM edition.
I am currently using a S8 PLUS and I would like a better camera.
I was supposed to get the S20 FE 5G but in my country Samsung only released the Exynos variant.
khestoi said:
I am also thinking of buying the 7T PRO or the Redmi K300 Pro ZOOM edition.
I am currently using a S8 PLUS and I would like a better camera.
I was supposed to get the S20 FE 5G but in my country Samsung only released the Exynos variant.
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You'll probably get more software updates with the OnePlus. That's what tipped it for me.
donalgodon said:
You'll probably get more software updates with the OnePlus. That's what tipped it for me.
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A better camera is more important to me than future software updates.
Would you still recommend the 7T Pro over the K30 PRO zoom edition?
khestoi said:
A better camera is more important to me than future software updates.
Would you still recommend the 7T Pro over the K30 PRO zoom edition?
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Haven't seen that model or used it, so I couldn't comment, but I can compare it to the P30 Pro I own. I'd say that the P30 camera is better in 70 percent of photo scenarios, but it does lack detail often. The P30 tends to over-sharpen images and smooth faces too much, even without portrait features on, whereas the OP7TPro does tend to have more noise in low-light, but produces a more accurate rendering of color and better fine detail, ironically.
samrattt said:
Custom rom support are not that great for 7tp.....but you will get android 13 for sure.. great phone ..better than op 8... only problem is less better camera than 8 series...and custom rom support is dying day by day... it's very unfortunate that Google is trying to take control over android security.. that's why 7t and 7t pro has no twrp with the ability to decrypt data in twrp recovery.so now it's you who has to take decision...
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Which device would you consider to have the best custom development/ROM support?
Thanks
teathyme said:
Which device would you consider to have the best custom development/ROM support?
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Oneplus One! ?
I moved back to 7T Pro from OP8. It was a great decision in my opinion. I hated the punch hole. the 7T Pro checks all the boxes for me.
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teathyme said:
Which device would you consider to have the best custom development/ROM support?
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HTC HD2 had em all lol
I'm also looking to buy a 7T Pro but I would like McLaren international edition for use in the US. Any one have any suggestion on where to get one in the US? If I was to buy a CN edition off Alibaba could I easily flash it to the international rom?
Planning to buy it also because it has nice hardware (no hole on the screen), and supports LineageOS.
teathyme said:
Which device would you consider to have the best custom development/ROM support?
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If you want a device just like the 7T pro but with far more rom support as well as extended custom development, then Id go for the 7 Pro. Both are pretty much the same device, except youd be more satisifed with 7 Pro as it has a much larger community surrounding it and there's alot of things you can mod on the device without having to deal with the new android 10 dynamic partitioning that made TWRP not fully functional on the 7T pro
Wifi + bluetooth unstable connection
I bought the phone too.
So far everything is fine - except wifi stability issues (seems to be affected by bluetooth being on).
I don't understand how this still can be a thing. I read posts about this model having this problem a year ago.
How is this possible?
I did update the phone to the 10.0.12.HD01BA and tried all the suggested solutions (reseting network settings, switching airplane mode on and off.... one thing I haven't tried is factory reset) yet the problem still persist, it's occassional, but.... I'm still kind of disappointed.
For my part I had the 7pro and now I have the 7T pro and the 2 are very good ... I must say that I still have some frustration from the 7t pro, less good battery and twrp which is not 100% functional which gave me some headaches for the rest it is like the 7pro the best device i have had, for those who wonder why i got the 7 pro and the 7t pro? Between the 2 I decided to try the samsung note 10 plus ... but what a bad choice lolll and I had already sold my 7 pro so I wanted to try the 7T pro.
I have just bought OP7TPro today. It runs like a champ. Only not so good thing is camera. But GCam blew me way. Definitely a great buy if the price is right.

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