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over a year ago
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It’s pronounced wowwey (Huawei)!
Yeah, very good phones, if I was doing everything on Mac for work purposes I might just change to the P20. Their phones get better and better, Samsung always break and although have beautiful screens I wouldn’t have one. If you’re on Android then the P20 needs to be at the top of your list for phones to have! |
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over a year ago
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"I had one when they first came on the market, but now I'm back on samsung.
Didn’t like it PP? "
It was ok but the memory wasn't big enough for the apps and it was a little slow, hopefully they have worked all the glitches out now. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It’s pronounced wowwey (Huawei)!
Yeah, very good phones, if I was doing everything on Mac for work purposes I might just change to the P20. Their phones get better and better, Samsung always break and although have beautiful screens I wouldn’t have one. If you’re on Android then the P20 needs to be at the top of your list for phones to have! "
Not a fan of Android. I have a an iPhone |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I had one when they first came on the market, but now I'm back on samsung.
Didn’t like it PP?
It was ok but the memory wasn't big enough for the apps and it was a little slow, hopefully they have worked all the glitches out now."
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By *not69Man
over a year ago
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Very good phones, I had the P10 but I lost it in taxi on my way to Chams. As I still had 18 months left on my contract I bought a P8 2017 and although not as good or as fast as the P10 its still a good phone |
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By *ocks99Man
over a year ago
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"Very good phones, I had the P10 but I lost it in taxi on my way to Chams. As I still had 18 months left on my contract I bought a P8 2017 and although not as good or as fast as the P10 its still a good phone"
Got a P8 lite at Christmas, no complaints, and I used to work for Samsung. Wouldn't touch an iPhone. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Very good phones, I had the P10 but I lost it in taxi on my way to Chams. As I still had 18 months left on my contract I bought a P8 2017 and although not as good or as fast as the P10 its still a good phone
Got a P8 lite at Christmas, no complaints, and I used to work for Samsung. Wouldn't touch an iPhone. "
Why not? |
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By *ocks99Man
over a year ago
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"Very good phones, I had the P10 but I lost it in taxi on my way to Chams. As I still had 18 months left on my contract I bought a P8 2017 and although not as good or as fast as the P10 its still a good phone
Got a P8 lite at Christmas, no complaints, and I used to work for Samsung. Wouldn't touch an iPhone.
Why not? "
Walled garden. Data security. Privacy concerns before the Facebook debacle. Like to keep control |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"No but my son is getting one soon and a great debate is going on how you say it lol
Geeky x
Listening to the adverts it’s very similar to ‘Who are we’"
“Wah-wei”
Is how you say it I found it on YouTube but Geeky’s boys won’t listen to me because I say Mario different to them too
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Very good phones, I had the P10 but I lost it in taxi on my way to Chams. As I still had 18 months left on my contract I bought a P8 2017 and although not as good or as fast as the P10 its still a good phone
Got a P8 lite at Christmas, no complaints, and I used to work for Samsung. Wouldn't touch an iPhone.
Why not?
Walled garden. Data security. Privacy concerns before the Facebook debacle. Like to keep control"
Interesting. Walled garden? |
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over a year ago
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I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho. |
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho. "
Well I would definitely not put that past the CCP. As a default setting I kind of assume that most Chinese electronics. But then they wouldn't be the only government using technology to spy and save data. If your serious about protecting your digital rights, anonymity and privacy you need to take precautions with what ever device you use.
As for their products I have a tablet from them. It is excellent bang for your buck. And the build quality looks, feels and is excellent quality for that price range. I assume all their products are of a similar value for momey. Have you looked at sites like techradar for reviews of the product? They can give good detailed information on what the phone is like in many areas. |
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over a year ago
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After the hubby's Samsung note went wrong, he needed to get something quickly. So he purchased an HONOR X6 which is a budget Huawei and for £200 he says it's the best phone he's had. great camera. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Has anyone got one of the mobile phones?
Interested to know what people think of it."
I've got a P10 Lite. Smashed my contract phone so picked one up for £200 and it's really decent.
There's a deal on Hot UK Deals atm which is smoking hot for the P20 on contract. Well worth a look if, like me, you chew all your data up every month and end up having to buy more.
https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/128gb-huawei-p20-pro-with-30gb-4g-data-unlim-texts-mins-ee-6-months-apple-music-3-months-bt-sport-tethering-33pm-792-buy-mobiles-2941550 |
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over a year ago
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho.
Well I would definitely not put that past the CCP. As a default setting I kind of assume that most Chinese electronics. But then they wouldn't be the only government using technology to spy and save data. If your serious about protecting your digital rights, anonymity and privacy you need to take precautions with what ever device you use.
As for their products I have a tablet from them. It is excellent bang for your buck. And the build quality looks, feels and is excellent quality for that price range. I assume all their products are of a similar value for momey. Have you looked at sites like techradar for reviews of the product? They can give good detailed information on what the phone is like in many areas."
no I haven’t but, I will thankyou |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've had mine almost 4 years and still going strong. Only slight issue is that the battery now drains quicker than it used to.
Camera etc all good, and in my mind better than the Samsung S5 I had previously. |
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I'm actually thinking of getting one. I know my tech and keep upto fate with phones mostly but I'm stumped here.
Looking at the new huawei mate 20 pro as it has a fingerprint scanner on the screen and has an incredible camera like the P20 pro. Both are great phones and huawei are becoming a tech giant these days as they just took over Samsung's market share(I read somewhere).
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Has anyone got one of the mobile phones?
Interested to know what people think of it."
If you get the P20 pro I can tell you is the best on the market at the moment.... good choice |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have a Huawei (apparently according to my mobile phone tech son it's pronounced hoo r wee
Good phone, bought it as I needed something to tide me over until my upgrade. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It’s pronounced wowwey (Huawei)!
Yeah, very good phones, if I was doing everything on Mac for work purposes I might just change to the P20. Their phones get better and better, Samsung always break and although have beautiful screens I wouldn’t have one. If you’re on Android then the P20 needs to be at the top of your list for phones to have! "
wah way |
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I've had one for the last few years. It's the best phone I've had. Dual sim so one number for work and one for personal, works great. 128gb SD card so storage, especially for music is plentiful and camera is great.
Never had an issue with it. It's been fantastic. |
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over a year ago
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"I'm thinking of getting one at my next upgrade.
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Get one! I have the P20 Pro and it's the best phone I've had. It's pretty good at taking pictures too  |
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho. "
Well if you have an Alexa r Ring doorbell etc, it’s not the Chinese storing it, it’s Mr B from Amazon and a very lucrative string of revenue it is for him too. |
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"Has anyone got one of the mobile phones?
Interested to know what people think of it."
Yes. I've got a huawei p30 pro. Had it about a year now. Bloody love it. Used to be iPhone through and through but decided to try android. Don't regret it one little bit. |
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By *htcMan
over a year ago
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No I have a Xiaomi is the 4th largest mobile brand, before than I had jiayu and before than various others. Not keen on Huawei design, Xiaomi is better looking and cheaper.
Chinese phones are better than the Samsung and years ahead of apple. All my phone's have been Chinese for over 15 years now, they just get better and better.
Which is why there is thousands of brands in china while in the UK you see like 5 brands, limited choice in the UK. Buy direct from China if you want choice. |
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho.
Well if you have an Alexa r Ring doorbell etc, it’s not the Chinese storing it, it’s Mr B from Amazon and a very lucrative string of revenue it is for him too."
And not just that, they’re insecure and shared with the US security services.
It’s all a bit crazy just now. |
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over a year ago
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"No I have a Xiaomi is the 4th largest mobile brand, before than I had jiayu and before than various others. Not keen on Huawei design, Xiaomi is better looking and cheaper.
Chinese phones are better than the Samsung and years ahead of apple. All my phone's have been Chinese for over 15 years now, they just get better and better.
Which is why there is thousands of brands in china while in the UK you see like 5 brands, limited choice in the UK. Buy direct from China if you want choice."
Xiaomi are very good |
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over a year ago
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Got a P20 it's alright has useful features the camera is very good I'm upgrading but don't know if I'll stick with hauwie I've heard good things about Oppo phones |
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho.
Well if you have an Alexa r Ring doorbell etc, it’s not the Chinese storing it, it’s Mr B from Amazon and a very lucrative string of revenue it is for him too.
And not just that, they’re insecure and shared with the US security services.
It’s all a bit crazy just now. "
Mr B is alleged to receive $100M per annum for sharing our data with his client.
We all know who his client is.
So enjoy your Alexa and all the personal info that its stealing from you.
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"I’ve recently heard that the Chinese government are storing everybody’s data via these phones but how true that is is anybody’s guess. Wouldn’t put it past them tho.
Well if you have an Alexa r Ring doorbell etc, it’s not the Chinese storing it, it’s Mr B from Amazon and a very lucrative string of revenue it is for him too.
And not just that, they’re insecure and shared with the US security services.
It’s all a bit crazy just now.
Mr B is alleged to receive $100M per annum for sharing our data with his client.
We all know who his client is.
So enjoy your Alexa and all the personal info that its stealing from you.
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is it the FBI?  |
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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago
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Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones. |
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By *edheadjMan
over a year ago
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"Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones. "
It's funny. Quite a few people have said the same thing online but still have TikTok on their phone  |
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over a year ago
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I'm on my second Huawei now, first was the P20 and now P30 Pro. I was always a massive apple fan but the iPhone was just the same old in every reincarnation. I take a lot of photos and the Huawei camera is fantastic. I would definitely recommend |
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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago
London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact |
"Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones.
It's funny. Quite a few people have said the same thing online but still have TikTok on their phone "
I don't think we can eliminate all of our habits and boycott every single thing coming from China. But certain things like apps can pose a level of risk and something easily avoidable in my view. Maybe people are unaware? |
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By *edheadjMan
over a year ago
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"Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones.
It's funny. Quite a few people have said the same thing online but still have TikTok on their phone I don't think we can eliminate all of our habits and boycott every single thing coming from China. But certain things like apps can pose a level of risk and something easily avoidable in my view. Maybe people are unaware? "
Sometimes it's more that people don't care. Told my niece about what TikTok have been doing and the data they get. She doesn't care, she wants the likes etc.  |
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They make great phones and are priced better than other top brands. I'm wary of their new models that have no Google app store access though.
I run an older one and am really happy with it. Ive no bloat on it and have it set up a I prefer it to be. |
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By *arksxMan
over a year ago
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"Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones.
It's funny. Quite a few people have said the same thing online but still have TikTok on their phone I don't think we can eliminate all of our habits and boycott every single thing coming from China. But certain things like apps can pose a level of risk and something easily avoidable in my view. Maybe people are unaware?
Sometimes it's more that people don't care. Told my niece about what TikTok have been doing and the data they get. She doesn't care, she wants the likes etc. "
I dont know why tik toks really seedy pedophilic userbase isn't highlighted more.
Its difficult when it's someone else kid but maybe it's worth showing their parents this.
https://www.boredpanda.com/tik-tok-reverse-engineered-data-information-collecting/
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I ditched my iPhone for a P30 Pro last year. I can quite honestly say it's a fabulous phone!
I was very dubious about leaving iOS for Android operating system but it was totally painless. I don't download games and crap from Google Play but everything else runs seamlessly. |
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We both have one 30 pro. The only thing we don't like is they have removed the back button function so to go back you have to swipe across the front of the fone. Other than that they are great phones with good build quality, fantastic camera and very quick to recharge. Xx |
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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago
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"Chinese brand phones seem to contain a lot of bloatware so data mining could be a feasible objection. Having said that, when I owned a P10 I loved it besides the glass enclosure as it heated up quite easily. I chose Samsung after that phone for personal reasons. I think Huawei have succeeded in bettering their Korean counterparts but still won't buy their phones.
It's funny. Quite a few people have said the same thing online but still have TikTok on their phone I don't think we can eliminate all of our habits and boycott every single thing coming from China. But certain things like apps can pose a level of risk and something easily avoidable in my view. Maybe people are unaware?
Sometimes it's more that people don't care. Told my niece about what TikTok have been doing and the data they get. She doesn't care, she wants the likes etc. "
That is also a big factor. Most people don't care about potential harm until it is on their own doorstep and that harm is tangible. Hence climate change I guess. |
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I currently have the mate 20 pro. Cannot fault it at all. Superb camera, light, premium feel and has Google play store. I think this was the last one to have it unless p30 was.
Huawei certainly knows how to make great phones and in the beginning they were reasonable priced.
However,I f they were to stop with Google play, I would either buy another Huawei and would need to root to gain access or throw my money at one plus. |
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It's not so much that they have dumped the google store so much as that Google are clamping down on unlicensed handsets and Huawei are reluctant to pay for the licensing. Huawei were always the budget end of the market, but most of the internals are generic parts common to lots of phones.
I've had lots of phones over the years and the old Nokia's were the only ones that lasted. HTC were also a rubust phone and took a lot of abuse, if you break a screen on an HTC it can be replaced, but the screen is stuck into the frame and once replaced the frame loses rigidity making it much more susceptible to screen breakages.
I've tried cherap Chinese phones (Doogee etc) and while they are relatively cheap, they are effectively disposable and not worth replacing a damaged screen etc.
My current way of working is to buy a second hand iPhone which is cheaper than a new Android, even the cheap Chinese knock offs and cheap to replace a screen or battery.
While I'm not a fan of the iOS and much prefer Androis, I have found the old iPhone to be robust. |
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