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Xiaomi Xiaomi Mi A1 - A Pure Stock Android Experience V1, Discussion & Opinion - OREO UPDATE!

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lowyard
post Sep 19 2017, 10:56 PM

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Bought one unit for my mom. Seems like the body got scratches out of the box. Hmm..
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post Sep 19 2017, 11:02 PM

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QUOTE(jovigrunge @ Sep 19 2017, 09:14 PM)
For those who are looking for the Mi A1 casing, these are few options to choose.

1. Zynk Case Hybrid Armor Back Case

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2. Annure Shock Proof Back Case

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3. Mr Zoxx Silicone Cover

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4. Vodex Leather Back body Sticker

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5. Treecase Printed Back Case

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Wanna buy number 2. Where to cod?
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post Sep 20 2017, 12:43 AM

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QUOTE(alucard89 @ Sep 19 2017, 11:34 PM)
Really? Which shop did you buy it?
This one looks like number 2

https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?id=558528262800
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Online. Mi Malaysia. Tried really hard wiping it with cloth and it went away. Guess it not a scratch after all.

But damn, I hope the casing is easy to find at a physical store.
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post Sep 20 2017, 09:38 AM

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QUOTE(lleihuan @ Sep 20 2017, 08:51 AM)
A quick day one summary.
Mi A1 goals is trying to attract those who were staying away
from the Xiaomi ecosystem (MIUI).
Having stock Android over MIUI is definitely something
that will makes it a very reliable smartphone.

In low light(2X optical zoom) just too much noise.
Hope can improve this with software updates.
Other than this, good camera that is capable of taking great shots.

Battery life is strong, but not the best in this price bracket.
The back is a bit  slippery, better buy some kind of skin or cover
for this phone.

The metal body and overall finish are superb and that makes it look premium.
Side by side next with the iphone 7 plus, the build quality is almost as good.

The display and overall performance are good.
The fingerprint reader is located at the back, and it works very well.

Expanded(max) using a Sandisk 128GB microSD card(as external)
on the second SIM slot.Supported.No problem.(very good
decision from Xiaomi)
But you cannot install apps on SD card.

AGAIN IT IS REALLY ABOUT THE SOFTWARE.
The most important about this phone is Android Nougat without any
skinning atop it.

*This are for those using Nougat for the first time.
Mi A1 is tall at 155.4 mm in length,comes handy when
Nougat features on the device include split-screen multitasking that
allows users to work on two apps simultaneously(By holding on the "recent
apps")on the bottom left.

Mi A1 isn’t groundbreaking, just worth the money.Its a steal.
It is just being the “Pixel on a budget”.
I think Mi A1 is probably the best looking smartphone Xiaomi
has ever built in "this price segment".
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The telephoto camera can't be improved with software updates I think because of the high f-number at 2.6. the normal camera at f/2.2 also is pretty high compared to other high end phones of today. Which means in low light, there will be some noise.

Phones like S7 and iPhone 7 have a lower f-number at 1.8 or something and that's why they can have more lights coming in in a low light conditions.

Btw I just realized that Mi A1 telephoto lens have a better f-number (f/2.6) than iPhone 7 plus and iPhone 8 plus (f/2.8). Only the Note 8 and iPhone X have a lower f-number than Mi A1 at f/2.4.

Quite impressive for a mid range phones.

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post Sep 25 2017, 08:26 PM

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QUOTE(amirsubhi @ Sep 25 2017, 07:20 PM)
Anyone can share link of good screen protector for Mi A1?
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I bought at DirectD. Both a simple case and full screen glass sp cost RM 50. I was willing to pay coz he it asap. I don't wanna buy the accessories online cuz not willing to wait.

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post Sep 26 2017, 12:32 AM

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QUOTE(boneyM @ Sep 25 2017, 11:36 PM)
The lowlight camera performance is really bad
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f/2.8 and f/2.4. what to do.
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post Sep 26 2017, 05:15 PM

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QUOTE(bakajiat @ Sep 26 2017, 08:35 AM)
How is the casing? Good? Button at the side can easily pressed? slippery or not?
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Casing is good. Protective. It's a clone of spigen branded one. But the volume and power button press is something that should be improved. With the casing on, you can't really feel the tactility of the button when pressed. It's very mild.
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post Nov 2 2017, 02:17 PM

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QUOTE(ralfmars83 @ Nov 2 2017, 01:21 PM)
i dun care about camera. I want good phone with good price, with bad camera is fine as long as there is camera. Can i buy this fon?
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This phone is awesome for its speed and camera in good lighting condition. Buy it and you'll be pleasantly surprised.
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post Nov 2 2017, 02:19 PM

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QUOTE(smokymcpot @ Nov 2 2017, 02:17 PM)
Yes, I agree with you.
Leaving a statement like that is almost like you are asking for attention  bangwall.gif
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Must be a Facebook user who love to leave such status hoping people will respond to ask why.
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post Nov 2 2017, 02:30 PM

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QUOTE(jovigrunge @ Nov 2 2017, 02:26 PM)
Now this is coming from a real user of the Mi A1...... :thumbsup:
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Bought this for my mom. But I always use her phone to take photos when family gathering. Me myself using Note FE now.
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post Nov 2 2017, 09:12 PM

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QUOTE(duplugcomp @ Nov 2 2017, 03:42 PM)
Can anyone suggest good tempered that can fully cover all edges. Mine right now only cover the flat part screen. TQ
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Direct d. I bought there. Seems ok but got rainbow effect. Damn.
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post Nov 5 2017, 02:38 AM

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QUOTE(dylan_chng @ Nov 4 2017, 09:28 PM)
If it didn't have two cameras on the back, I'll deem this phone great.
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well you can just use the phone without using the 2nd camera at the back?
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post Nov 5 2017, 02:39 AM

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QUOTE(MasBoleh! @ Nov 5 2017, 02:35 AM)
The casing actually like cover until above the screen right? Means when I drop the phone on the floor, it won't kena the screen right?
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correct. my mom is using this one. very secure.
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post Nov 5 2017, 03:19 AM

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QUOTE(MasBoleh! @ Nov 5 2017, 03:00 AM)
Secure as in can provide some protection on drop right? You got apply the glass protector?
Thank you on that to both of you
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Yes the casing would definitely provide a huge degree of protection to the phone.
Yes, applied full frontal glass protector. But got rainbow effect.

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post Dec 11 2017, 02:51 PM

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Just tried setting up the mi remote function on my mom's mi A1. Wow very capable. Can control our 55" 4k Samsung TV, astro decoder, Panasonic air-cond, and wall mounted fan. Pretty impressive. Wish future Samsung phones would have this infrared blaster.

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