BEngBKK Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Hi My old Samsung Note II is soon going on retirement.. I was thinking to try a non-Samsung Android smartphone so.... Are the Oppo, Lava, Huawai, ZTE, ASUS any good and can anybody recommend/warn about any of these brands ?? Many of the mobile phone of these brands have been targeting the Thai market, so... Are there any problems using the mobile phones outside Thailand ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KC 71 Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Oppo or HuawaiSent from my iPad using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace of Pop Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 All I can say is that my friends with 11K Oppoes and the like take the piss out my Apple,then minutes later there muttering Bloody Thing at Mr Oppo ,up to You but go Apple if you canSent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace of Pop Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 By the way Lazarda don refurbished Apple Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dddave Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Asus Zenphones have a lot of fans on this forum. They have a huge number of model variations so best to read up on them before shopping. Huawai's get a lot of good press and are known for reliability. "Fortune City" above the Rama-9 MRT is a good place to shop, 2nd floor. Most models with prices on display. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjoo888 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 I would check out Xiaomi phones, they get great reviews and cost about half of what comparable Samsung and Apple phones cost. Oppo and Huawei phones are not that cheap. http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/review/android-smartphones/xiaomi-mi-5-review-extraordinary-value-android-phone-rivals-galaxy-s7-3637966/ I bought a 1200 Baht Lava smartphone for friends to use when they visit. It's okay, but doesn't impress me enough to buy a higher end model and the battery life sucks. Any newer GSM phone should work well outside of Thailand as long as the operating frequency of your phone is compatible with mobile provider frequencies in the countries you plan on going to, most are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digitalbanana Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 On 01/01/2017 at 8:23 AM, BEngBKK said: My old Samsung Note II is soon going on retirement.. I was thinking to try a non-Samsung Android smartphone so.... Perhaps you have a reason for going from what was a high end phone to a low end? I recently swapped my Note 2 that was giving hardware faults after 4 years for a Huawei Mate 9. Both cost about the same when new. Transition took very little time and very pleased so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintLouisBlues Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 1 minute ago, Digitalbanana said: Perhaps you have a reason for going from what was a high end phone to a low end? I recently swapped my Note 2 that was giving hardware faults after 4 years for a Huawei Mate 9. Both cost about the same when new. Transition took very little time and very pleased so far. I'm considering buying a low-end smartphone in addition to my high end smart phone because I'm sick of swapping my US SIM card in and out of the one phone I've got every time my bank back home wants to send me a One Time Password when I transact with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ignis Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 I bought a 5" Lava smartphone, good deal from AIS as my old 2G phone had to be replaced... 1 year on, is OK does all I need, my Partner [always had for year a Samsung] now has a new Samsung J2 is easier to use than the Lava Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emster23 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 46 minutes ago, SaintLouisBlues said: I'm considering buying a low-end smartphone in addition to my high end smart phone because I'm sick of swapping my US SIM card in and out of the one phone I've got every time my bank back home wants to send me a One Time Password when I transact with them Buy a two sim card phone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teelak17 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 I advise Huawei P9 Lite.Good value for your money.Look on google to compare P9 and P9 Lite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintLouisBlues Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 23 minutes ago, Emster23 said: Buy a two sim card phone? Sadly Apple don't make them (yet) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamypoko Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 I use a Zenphone and it's ok, but my wife's new Vivo V3 is much faster and the pictures are amazingly clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhaoNiaw Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Just got a Huawei Y6II for 4800 baht. Really enjoying it and the camera is a massive improvement on my old Samsung Grand 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wreckingcountry Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Want the 6S but thailand doesn't have Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zorro1 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Bought a Redmi note 3 from Hong Kong.. Absolutely 5 star! And gear best actually included an invoice for only $50 instead of the $150 I paid so no duties! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijn12345 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 One plus 3 has been getting raving reviews all over as best bang for your buck phone. It's not really low end but I find that usually in the end you get what you pay for though Apple is somewhat pushing the limit of that theory hehehe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingdoc Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Try a Cubot s108 at the cheaper end or the newer X 17. Brilliant and compare favourably with latest iphones, but at a fraction of the price ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevensg Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 You can buy cheaper sumsung like A or J model's. Only S and note are expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nongsangcity Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 True phone 1990b...had mine 3 years not one bit of trouble and i used it in OZ and i worked just fine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naboo Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Have a Wiko, I don't think there is better value for money at around 5000B. Only complaint is the battery life, lasts a day. A U Feel cost me 6990B in August I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siam2007 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 (edited) 11 minutes ago, naboo said: Have a Wiko, I don't think there is better value for money at around 5000B. Only complaint is the battery life, lasts a day. A U Feel cost me 6990B in August I think. WIKO is a French brand and VERY popular in Europe as they offer fantastic value for money, the latest android, plus have a very friendly update-policy. And a very clean android version, no stupid bloatware and pre-installed rubbish that is eating your internal 16GB before you even start downloading apps. They are rapidly growing their market share in Thailand for a reason. The RONNY (2016 model) costs just 3.690 Baht and comes with a 5.5" screen and android 6.0. 16 GB internal. camera not highest class but hey, it costs 3.690 Baht only! Highly recommended Edited January 7, 2017 by siam2007 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzi850m2 Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Just to add another brand to the bunch: UMI I am very impressed with my UMI Super, expect the finger print scanner, everything else is pretty much super considered the 200$ I paid for it last year at gearbest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarguy Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 Here is a cheap phone on Amazon.com if you have someone with Amazon Prime to buy it for you , this is the USA model , not sure if the LTE bands will work well in Thailand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2E0J5M/ref=twister_B01G7TG6SW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 maybe there is a Euro version on Amazon UK its 50% less because it has lock screen ads , which do not bother me on my Amazon Fire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarguy Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 5 hours ago, siam2007 said: WIKO is a French brand and VERY popular in Europe as they offer fantastic value for money, the latest android, plus have a very friendly update-policy. And a very clean android version, no stupid bloatware and pre-installed rubbish that is eating your internal 16GB before you even start downloading apps. They are rapidly growing their market share in Thailand for a reason. The RONNY (2016 model) costs just 3.690 Baht and comes with a 5.5" screen and android 6.0. 16 GB internal. camera not highest class but hey, it costs 3.690 Baht only! Highly recommended where do they sell them ? and do you have a link for the Specs ? its not on Amazon thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naboo Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 10 hours ago, oldcarguy said: where do they sell them ? and do you have a link for the Specs ? its not on Amazon thanks 15 hours ago, naboo said: U Feel The Wiko website. Sold everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 I do not appreciate the large format phones (Trump small hands I guess) and was just given a ZTE Blade L110 to get me to switch to 3G from my old Nokia 2G. Must say it has been a much more pleasant experience than my attempt with a more expensive/larger smart phone and seems to work well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siam2007 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 (edited) 13 hours ago, oldcarguy said: where do they sell them ? and do you have a link for the Specs ? its not on Amazon thanks lazada has many local Thai vendors selling them, just search the lazada website for WIKO and then the model you r interested in, such as UFEEL or ROBBY. The specifications can be found with every offer. Wiko Thailand does not have an English version of their website, but the Malaysian website is in English and lists all models: http://my-en.wikomobile.com/f-wiko-all-products www.numchai.com sells them in their stores too, a small reputable chain in Chonburi province, but they don't have all WIKO models listed on their website Edited January 8, 2017 by siam2007 error Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impulse Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 (edited) A few weeks back, my new (2016) Huawei froze for the hundredth time so I spent 5990 baht on an ASUS Zenphone selfie with about the same specs. I'm astounded at the difference a decent OS makes. Loving the ASUS. The Huawei has been relegated to a 4G tethering router. (Both of them are dual SIM, BTW) Both of them run circles around the 16,000 baht Samsung S2 I retired because I couldn't get 8 hours out of the battery. I didn't realize what a dinosaur it had become that a newer, low end phone costing a lot less less than half the money would be so much better. Something may come out that changes my mind later, but I don't ever see myself buying a high end (>10,000 baht) phone again. The marginal improvement in the specs is dwarfed by the difference in the price. In fairness, I don't use my phones for heavy duty computing- just communication and entertainment. Edited January 8, 2017 by impulse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2008bangkok Posted January 12, 2017 Share Posted January 12, 2017 I paid 7500 for a xiaomi mi max , 6.44 screen, 1.8 GHz hexa core, 3gb ram, 32 storage, 16mp +5mp, and a massive 4850 mah battery meaning that I get 10 hours of Screen on Time, so I agree completely, never buying a 10k+ phone again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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