Came across this after I missed the previous deal directly from OnePlus. It's a bit more expensive, but already unlocked right out of the box according to the listing so don't need to worry about T-mobile unlocking it or not.
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08-10-2021 at 04:19 PM.
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Can anyone tell me how good is this phone?? This will be my first oneplus and I need a goood phone without too many issues.
I have a 7T, switched from Motorola. AT&T won't allow my specific model on new 5G network and instead sent me a new Pixel 5. I'd prefer the OnePlus any day if that helps as a comparison. Feels like aside from slightly better camera the Pixel is a downgrade in most ways.
Why are we buying and promoting products of Chinese owned companies?
Because unfortunately the Koreans think their stuff is gold and Samsung inflated prices for bloat many don't want. Most phones are made there anyways. Trust me it pains me but OnePlus is no different than Motorola in that respect. They're good phones and a great value. I wish there were other reasonable options like Sony.
Is it, unlocked has generic FW, T-Mobile unlocked can accept any sim but has T-Mobile FW (splash screen etc)?
That seems odd.
I know Samsungs will flash to whatever firmware of what sim you put in. Or used too. Dont know the behavior of One Plus phones.
Anyways this phone has been ~395 at Amazon lately for the regular unlocked. I would assume pending clarity to all the above it might be worth a few extra $ for normal unlocked? And if you have the Amazon CC like I do you'll get another 5% cash back making it slightly cheaper than this.
Regardless the One Plus 8 is THE BEST value for new phones currently sold in the United States and has been for a few months. It's essentially a Galaxy S20/S20 FE for $400 new all the time. I saw One Plus USA sales increased 280% or something. Granted the OP9/pro is a turd to be avoided IMO.
It will be better than the upcoming Pixel 5a (rumored $450) judged on leaks too. As that phone will sport a 780G chipset which pales compared to the SD 865 here. Unless you really care about photos (and dont care about power/longevity) where supposedly the Pixel line is better. I can't really tell the difference in high end smartphone photos. And assuming the 5a doesn't have the same dim screen and slow charging issues as the 4a.
I recently got the T-Mobile OnePlus 8T. Stellar specs (Snapdragon 865, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB, 120 Hz display) except for the camera which really lags behind. I upgraded from LG 8 (which has a fantastic camera). Only disappointment is the camera. I compared the OP camera to Samsung and Apple's camera, and it's way subpar to them. Tried installing the apk of the Pixel camera suggested in forums but it didn't really make a difference.
I got this phone few months ago on Amazon, best $350 I've spent in a while. Way better than Samsung
Better how? The UI I 100% agree but Samsung cameras are far superior. I have the OnePlus 8 and my work Galaxy S9 camera is much better overall minus there's no wide angle. The telephoto on the OnePlus 8 is zoomed so I'm not even counting that one. Nightsight is nice I'll give them that. Every once in a great while the OnePlus 8 will take an amazing photo and it's always outside during daylight hours.
You get the idea. The OnePlus 8 is a great phone with a super fast UI and chipset and a crap camera compared to flagships from the last few years. If the camera isn't a big deal and you don't need the latest and greatest it's more than acceptable.
The TMobile 7T I bought from B&H last year is a single sim model 1907 (TMobile US). The FW is the unlocked dual sim international, but it shows the TMobile model number. Weird. All the software updates from OnePlus are the unlocked model.
The B&H 7T deal from last year comes with a single SIM tray, but it's a dual SIM phone. Just need to buy the dual SIM tray for $10 from Ebay or Amazon. We're using both SIMs no problem in Japan now.
Had the $75 off coupon in paypal, in 4 1, upgrading from a Oneplus 7 Pro.
Paying with paypal+discover for another 5% CB
Might root it off the bat, we'll see.
Better how? The UI I 100% agree but Samsung cameras are far superior. I have the OnePlus 8 and my work Galaxy S9 camera is much better overall minus there's no wide angle. The telephoto on the OnePlus 8 is zoomed so I'm not even counting that one. Nightsight is nice I'll give them that. Every once in a great while the OnePlus 8 will take an amazing photo and it's always outside during daylight hours.
You get the idea. The OnePlus 8 is a great phone with a super fast UI and chipset and a crap camera compared to flagships from the last few years. If the camera isn't a big deal and you don't need the latest and greatest it's more than acceptable.
Don't use the stock camera, no one does. Gcam is the only one worth using, even had it on my S10/N10+. Samsung has garbage processing.
Don't use the stock camera, no one does. Gcam is the only one worth using, even had it on my S10/N10+. Samsung has garbage processing.
I've used it. I've said it in many OnePlus deals and it's lipstick on a pig. You're not fixing the camera on the OnePlus 8. I currently have 3 versions of Gcam on the phone now and they help with colors and that's about it.
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Is it, unlocked has generic FW, T-Mobile unlocked can accept any sim but has T-Mobile FW (splash screen etc)?
That seems odd.
I know Samsungs will flash to whatever firmware of what sim you put in. Or used too. Dont know the behavior of One Plus phones.
Anyways this phone has been ~395 at Amazon lately for the regular unlocked. I would assume pending clarity to all the above it might be worth a few extra $ for normal unlocked? And if you have the Amazon CC like I do you'll get another 5% cash back making it slightly cheaper than this.
Regardless the One Plus 8 is THE BEST value for new phones currently sold in the United States and has been for a few months. It's essentially a Galaxy S20/S20 FE for $400 new all the time. I saw One Plus USA sales increased 280% or something. Granted the OP9/pro is a turd to be avoided IMO.
It will be better than the upcoming Pixel 5a (rumored $450) judged on leaks too. As that phone will sport a 780G chipset which pales compared to the SD 865 here. Unless you really care about photos (and dont care about power/longevity) where supposedly the Pixel line is better. I can't really tell the difference in high end smartphone photos. And assuming the 5a doesn't have the same dim screen and slow charging issues as the 4a.
I recently got the T-Mobile OnePlus 8T. Stellar specs (Snapdragon 865, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB, 120 Hz display) except for the camera which really lags behind. I upgraded from LG 8 (which has a fantastic camera). Only disappointment is the camera. I compared the OP camera to Samsung and Apple's camera, and it's way subpar to them. Tried installing the apk of the Pixel camera suggested in forums but it didn't really make a difference.
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Better how? The UI I 100% agree but Samsung cameras are far superior. I have the OnePlus 8 and my work Galaxy S9 camera is much better overall minus there's no wide angle. The telephoto on the OnePlus 8 is zoomed so I'm not even counting that one. Nightsight is nice I'll give them that. Every once in a great while the OnePlus 8 will take an amazing photo and it's always outside during daylight hours.
Camera review for the lazy
iPhone XR/Newer > OnePlus 8
Samsung S9/Newer > OnePlus 8
Pixel 2/Newer > OnePlus 8
You get the idea. The OnePlus 8 is a great phone with a super fast UI and chipset and a crap camera compared to flagships from the last few years. If the camera isn't a big deal and you don't need the latest and greatest it's more than acceptable.
Paying with paypal+discover for another 5% CB
Might root it off the bat, we'll see.
Camera review for the lazy
iPhone XR/Newer > OnePlus 8
Samsung S9/Newer > OnePlus 8
Pixel 2/Newer > OnePlus 8
You get the idea. The OnePlus 8 is a great phone with a super fast UI and chipset and a crap camera compared to flagships from the last few years. If the camera isn't a big deal and you don't need the latest and greatest it's more than acceptable.
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I've used it. I've said it in many OnePlus deals and it's lipstick on a pig. You're not fixing the camera on the OnePlus 8. I currently have 3 versions of Gcam on the phone now and they help with colors and that's about it.