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Mstar S700 5.5" 720P Android Phone USD $133.99 from GearBest (MTK6752, 2GB, 16GB, 4G LTE)

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Mstar S700 5.5" 720P Android Phone USD $133.99 from GearBest (MTK6752, 2GB, 16GB, 4G LTE)
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scotty on 15/06/2015 - 10:08 gearbest.com (1612 clicks)
Last edited 15/06/2015 - 13:06
GBMRS7

Edit: GearBest updated the coupon code. It was taking $36 off and now only taking $26 off. $133.99 USD is still the cheapest but not as good value as previously.

Cheap low-end Chinese no-brand Android phone that's packed with features (for it's price). USD $133.99 after coupon code GBMRS7 (~AUD $174) with choice of black or white apparently the coupon code is for black-only. Some specs:

  • 5.5" IPS screen with 1280x720 resolution
  • MTK6752 + Mali-T760 (mid range octa core from MediaTek)
  • 2GB RAM + 16GB flash
  • 3000mAh battery
  • 3G: 850/900/1900/2100MHz
  • 4G: 800/1800/2100/2600MHz
  • Dual SIM + microSD

It actually has a fingerprint sensor at the back. Review on YouTube.

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  • megawatt101 on 15/06/2015 - 10:24

    This seems to tick all the boxes WRT Oz frequencies except for 2G GSM (Telstra 900/1800 vs 850/1800). I wouldn't think this would affect many areas? Any experts out there help?
    Otherwise has heaps of features for this price

    • McFly on 15/06/2015 - 11:06
      +3

      In other news, it doesn't have a serial port.

      • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 11:22
        +17

        Deal killer for time travellers like you, McFly :-(

    • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 11:21
      +3

      Telstra:
      2G Network:
      900MHz
      3G Network:
      850MHz/2100MHz
      4G LTE Network:
      Band3-1800MHz/Band7-2600MHz

      Vodafone:
      2G Network:
      900MHz
      3G Network:
      850MHz/900MHz/2100MHz
      4G LTE Network:
      Band3-1800MHz

      Optus:
      2G Network:
      900MHz
      3G Network:
      900MHz/2100MHz
      4G LTE Network:
      Band3-1800MHz/Band1-2100MHz/Band7-2600MHz

      According to http://www.willmyphonework.net

    • Dalton on 15/06/2015 - 12:47
      +1

      Telstra is planning to shut down its 2G network at the end of next year. Telsta 2G Shutdown

      • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 13:01

        Yes, megawatt101 will be devastated ;-)

        • megawatt101 on 15/06/2015 - 17:01
          +1

          LOL. Fortunately the area in Nth Qld where I used 2G has been rocketed into the space age with an upgrade to 3G! Therefore I've ordered one. Thanks OP

        • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 17:45
          +1

          @megawatt101:
          Welcome to the world of tomorrow ;-)

          I was shocked by the lack of coverage at the tourist spot of Mission Beach, so can imagine it would be far worse elsewhere.

  • shaybisc on 15/06/2015 - 10:34

    looks great.

  • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 10:38

    Good review video. Nice unit :-)

  • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 10:45

    1 in black
    Your subtotal: $123.99
    Promotion Code:
    Apply
    By $36.00

    • scotty on 15/06/2015 - 10:49

      So the coupon code doesn't work for you? I just tried again in incognito mode and it is still taking $36 off

      https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/1/31247/gearbest.png

      • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 10:49

        That is for black, no discount on white:-(
        White looked great in the video.

        As per my removed comment:
        1 in White
        Your subtotal: $159.99
        Promotion Code:GBMRS7
        Apply
        The code you entered is invalid.
        Coupon code can only be used with one piece price,it can not be used with vip price, special offer,group deal at the same time.

        • douglasb on 15/06/2015 - 12:55

          The code is taking $26 off black (making the price $133.99) and doesn't work on white for me.

        • scotty on 15/06/2015 - 13:07
          +1

          @douglasb: Argh. Deal fixed. From the email I've received yes it was meant to be $26 off however when I tried this morning it took $36 off. Great deal for those who scored during their "error".

        • exc3113nce on 15/06/2015 - 13:13

          @scotty:

          Any chance they could make the coupon code work for white too?

        • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 13:16

          @scotty:
          I posted a comment 2.5 hours ago that discount does not apply to white. That comment was removed :-(

          In response to your question if I can't apply the discount, I again commented that it does not apply to white. It still doesn't.

          Deal description still shows USD $133.99 after coupon code GBMRS7 (~AUD $174) with choice or black or white

        • scotty on 15/06/2015 - 13:16
          +1

          @brucefromaustralia: That has been fixed.

        • exc3113nce on 15/06/2015 - 16:02
          +1

          @scotty:

          Coupon: uspc will give ~$20 AUD off the purchase of the white.

        • WatchNerd on 15/06/2015 - 22:22

          Hi Scotty, the front page deals is kind of a waste atm.
          Only 3 active deals out of 15, means previous good active deals don't get seen as easily.
          I have never really understood why expired deals stay there?

  • thehulk1969 on 15/06/2015 - 10:49

    Doesn't Optus 4G need 700mhz? Apparently stronger throughout in dense buildings etc.

    • McFly on 15/06/2015 - 11:10
      +3

      Need? No.
      Want? Yes.

  • Vita85 on 15/06/2015 - 10:51

    How would this compare to a note 2? Thinking of getting rid of mine while it still has some value.

    • Diji1 on 15/06/2015 - 19:52
      +1

      http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note_ii_n7100-4854.ph… surprisingly similar heh … I'm not sure how the Mediatek + Mali T760 in this phone stacks up against Sammie's SoC.

      The Mali400 GPU that the Note 2 packs will struggle with newer 3D games that push current GPUs (though most games will be more than playable to be clear). The Samsung has basically no trouble at all with "normal" mobile tasks like browsing, using Uber's app etc and is updated to at least 4.4.2, not sure about official Android v5 but there's plenty of third party action on Note devices so you won't go without it.

  • paulaus on 15/06/2015 - 10:54
    +1

    will optus 4g and vodafone 4g work on this

  • redcreek200 on 15/06/2015 - 10:58
    +1

    A review here also on xdadevelopers
    http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/mstar-s700-r…

    • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 11:34

      Discussion just days old (11/06/15). Worth watching developments.

  • paulaus on 15/06/2015 - 11:11

    the camera samples look good to me

  • paulaus on 15/06/2015 - 11:20

    black with case and spare battery $173 AUS

  • msmhw on 15/06/2015 - 11:56

    the only problem the buttons in the left, otherwise it looks good

    • ChickenTalon on 15/06/2015 - 12:25
      +1

      Just like exotic cars, we miss out on a lot in Australia with our right hand button market.

    • zombie hunter on 15/06/2015 - 12:39

      designed for lefties

  • smurfinaus on 15/06/2015 - 11:57

    How is the camera and how genuine is the actual 3000mah battery?

    • Vita85 on 15/06/2015 - 12:06

      According to the review, seems its 2600. They're lying about the 3000mah.

  • exc3113nce on 15/06/2015 - 12:09

    Hmm this or the Mlais 52. Looking at getting a 5.5" cheapo from China.

    • Psychd on 15/06/2015 - 12:13

      Yeah the M52 looks good as well.
      Dual micro sim if that makes a diff.

      • lomie on 15/06/2015 - 12:34

        Both Mstar and M52 are dual sim

        • Psychd on 15/06/2015 - 12:41
          +1

          Yep
          mstar is 1 normal sim size & 1 micro
          m52 are 2 micro sims

        • lomie on 15/06/2015 - 12:49
          +1

          @Psychd:
          Ahh I see the diff now. Thanks for pointing it out :)

  • Psychd on 15/06/2015 - 12:11

    Thanks Scotty, Nice find.
    I usually find out about these after I just purchased another phone.
    Seems to tick all the boxes.
    Bought the battery & cover pack as well USD133
    I missed it, but was it 3-7 days for delivery ?

  • Vita85 on 15/06/2015 - 12:21

    Decided to buy it. This one is much nicer looking than the Mlais.

  • samehada on 15/06/2015 - 12:22
    +1

    Just a warning to buy these cheap no brand phone. It happened before that spyware is installed at rom level. We probably need someone to do network traffic analysis to make sure it is free of spyware. The threat is real and it is not a trivial matter.

  • Hiphopopotamus on 15/06/2015 - 13:05
    +3

    http://www.cashrewards.com.au/gearbest

    4% cash back :)

    i think i would rather the lenovo k3 note for 160usd, but that's just me.

    • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 13:28

      That should help out with the price increase.

    • shaybisc on 15/06/2015 - 15:16

      Quick look at specs on the Lenovo- everything worse than this. Specs don't tell the whole story- quality, service etc, but all specs worse.

      • Hiphopopotamus on 15/06/2015 - 15:32
        +2

        that's misleading, i'm not even going to check the specs and i know that they'll be very similar, 'all worse' is simply not true.

        i'm sure there are better and worse points for both phones.

        i would choose the lenovo mainly for the presumably better build quality and hopefully, truly 3000mah battery, the lighter weight is good and the 1080p screen helps too. lastly i'm hoping that the lenovo brand increases it popularity so there will more likely be some form of community support.

    • fred7 on 15/06/2015 - 15:23
      +2

      I would go for the Lenovo K3 Note too. In addition, it has a full HD screen, if my memory serves me right.

  • snynx on 15/06/2015 - 13:25
    +8

    Just a warning to y'all, GearBest had a deal on flashlights a while ago and most people either had DOA products or the wrong brand.

    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/194068

    They were also uncooperative with refunding for some people

  • kottbullar on 15/06/2015 - 13:40
    +1

    Being a phone newbie, how does this compare to the Elephone posted a few weeks back ?

    • [Deactivated] on 15/06/2015 - 16:29
      +1

      This one isn't elephant friendly.

  • Scrooge McDuck on 15/06/2015 - 13:45
    +1

    Nice specs!

    Do they take OzBargain Credits?

  • Aplpw on 15/06/2015 - 13:56

    The Specs look similar to Lenovo K3 Note ? Lenovo is branded …

  • tatnal on 15/06/2015 - 14:40
    +1

    Gut feel tells me that this wins over the Mlias M52.
    Does anyone know what speeds each of the sims will run at? I presume 4g on sim 1 but what about sim 2?

  • Aplpw on 15/06/2015 - 15:02

    Does anyone know if that support Boost prepaid mobile ?

  • Phoebus on 15/06/2015 - 17:21

    Seems to only work for the black one.
    For the extra ~$30 I think I'd prefer to get a white K3 Note.

    • Aplpw on 15/06/2015 - 17:49

      Hi, where to buy K3 Note for extra $30 ?

      There are some on ebay but around $250.00

    • Phoebus on 16/06/2015 - 00:35

      gearbest.. $209 delivered.

      • Aplpw on 16/06/2015 - 08:27

        But that is US dollars ?

        • Phoebus on 16/06/2015 - 23:41

          no. AUD

  • Lancerx on 15/06/2015 - 17:25
    +3

    hell no gearbest…every time have to wait almost 2 months to get anything!!

    • spy on 15/06/2015 - 22:12
      +2

      Gearbest failed the mail test!

  • Storm on 15/06/2015 - 17:36

    Older cpu. Better cpu available now in many phones for only $20 more.

  • [Deactivated] on 15/06/2015 - 17:41

    The Gearbest website is crap and is falling all over itself at checkout. I am taking my money elsewhere.

    • Store Repgearbest @ GearBest on 17/06/2015 - 15:46

      may I know your detail problem? Do you mean cannot place the order on Gearbest website?

      • [Deactivated] on 18/06/2015 - 18:29

        No, I couldn't place the order. It didn't work because I needed to register on your website. But you never sent a validation email to me, no matter how many times I re-tried. Then, when I spoke to your pathetic worker via live chat (who took 5 minutes to respond to each simple question), I was thankful your website could not register me. Because I can only imagine how poor the service would be if I actually had a complaint.

        • Vita85 on 19/06/2015 - 14:51

          Yeah I didn't receive validation email either. Had to request the system to send one.

  • [Deactivated] on 15/06/2015 - 19:39

    And today I read of yet one more obstacle to me buying a new phone - grr!

    I have two mobile accounts - both have Mini SIMs.

    The first is quite an old account with Vodafone they haven't offered for years ($0/month with call cost only). So I don't think they'd replace the Mini SIM with a Micro SIM, and let me keep the account.

    The second account is with Virgin, less than 12 months old. Does anyone know if they will send me a Micro SIM with the same account/number?

    Oh - and if you 'punch out' the Micro SIM - can I use the outer piece of plastic (if it's present) - to use the Micro SIM in the old Mini SIM phone - if that ever becomes necessary?

    • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 21:11
      +1

      Vodafone offers free SIM swap in stores. New micro-SIM goes on existing account. Otherwise you couldn't use their latest phones with your account.

      I use micro-SIM with adapter or the punch out surround in phones. But be cautious as can get stuck in some phones. Never been a problem for me.

      • [Deactivated] on 15/06/2015 - 21:19

        Hm… Ok, thanks… I asked them ages ago and they said they wouldn't do it without cancelling the account because that plan was no longer sold.

        • INFIDEL on 15/06/2015 - 21:49
          +2

          Cutting a SIM to size is easy.

  • Vita85 on 16/06/2015 - 13:28
    +2

    Just got off live chat. 5-15 days before they get stock. What a load of BS.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/06/2015 - 10:06
    +1

    Does it have Google Play?

    • Store Repgearbest @ GearBest on 17/06/2015 - 15:44

      You could leave a note to us install th google play for you when you place the order.

      • Vita85 on 17/06/2015 - 16:17

        Any update on when the phone will start shipping?

      • Psychd on 18/06/2015 - 11:43

        I put the order in on the 15th. Assumed it would have Google Play. I have sent a support ticket for this. That work ?

      • [Deactivated] on 19/06/2015 - 10:33

        Is it legit google play or a hack or what? That doesn't instill much confidence for me and I really want to buy the phone.

  • Psychd on 22/06/2015 - 19:20

    Email to say shipped today. "The package should normally take 10-25 business days to arrive".
    No word if Google Play got installed.

    • Vita85 on 23/06/2015 - 09:31

      Congrats. Mine still hasn't shipped…What time did it say you ordered?

      • Psychd on 24/06/2015 - 17:52

        Ordered Jun 15, 2015 10:07:47 AM
        Seems it was the accessories shipped Jun 22, 2015 16:44:45 PM PST by Sweden Post Registered ?
        Looks like Phone has now been sent Jun 24, 2015 14:22:47 PM PST by Australia Express
        I need to install Google Play myself -
        "You can download the app for Google Play online, and just install it in your phone."
        I'm guessing find the apk from somewhere & do

        • Vita85 on 25/06/2015 - 10:55

          Okay, cool.

          Mine shipped last night via Aus post registered.

          The package should normally take 3-10 business days to arrive (approximately). However, please understand this is an estimate. The shipping speed is outside our control and is dependent on the courier company.

          Yeah I'm pretty sure you can download the APK.

  • jackofspade on 28/06/2015 - 18:50

    It's now $162.92

  • lostincanberra on 02/07/2015 - 14:33

    Mine has arrived. Looks good. Set-up will be interesting - I'm expecting that it'll involve plenty of side-loading.

    • Psychd on 14/07/2015 - 17:41

      Mine turned up today. Agree, it looks good. Antutu benchmark just under 50K. Feels quick.
      It already had the Play store installed & working.
      As mentioned above Power button placement might take some getting used to if I use the extra cover I purchased (for a whole $4)
      Need to do some more 4G testing. Is it OK in the ACT ?

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