Looking into Getting a New Android Phone + Suggestions on Any Upcoming Models

Ljimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 11:48
Last edited 09/01/2019 - 16:25 by 1 other user

Hey guys, I am on the market for a new Android mobile phone. I am currently using the Huawei Mate 9 at this stage and it has been a great phone and still today. I recently finished up my contract and went with a sim only plan which saves me a heap of money too. My question is, is it worth upgrading to a new phone at this stage or wait it out for new models to come out so I can buy outright?

I am not looking to spend a lot, just as long as it works fine and have features such as expandable memory card size, one that works with Android Auto well on my Alpine head unit, a decent camera and battery life. Not really fussed on any other features to be honest lol.

I have been looking at brands such as:

  • Samsung (Which I can't justify on paying the price for)
  • Google
  • One Plus
  • Oppo
  • Huawei (although their new Mate 20 Pro doesn't have expandable memory which was a turn off lol)
  • Xiaomi

What do you guys suggest? Also in terms of where to purchase from too. Any help is much appreciated.
My budget can go up to $800.

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Comments

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 11:55
      +6

      Lol would never go near one of those things.

      • bargainhunter87 on 09/01/2019 - 14:35
        -6

        Everyone says that till you use it once in store… then your hooked

        • JTTheMan on 09/01/2019 - 15:53
          -7

          True, that's exactly what happened to me with the iPhone 3 and I've been hooked since!

  • Melb69 on 09/01/2019 - 12:03

    Budget

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 12:04
      +1

      Sorry I should have put that bit up too haha, I'm looking to spend up to $800.

  • rickxs on 09/01/2019 - 12:18
    +3

    Pocophone F1 approx $430 —- flagship killer

    • mckennal on 09/01/2019 - 13:00
      +3

      Agreed it's a great phone, just be aware no NFC and no b28, which may or may not concern you.

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 13:47

      Thanks for your feed back! Looks like the perfect phone for me at a good price, call me dumb but what does b28 mean? I've never used NFC on my phone anyway haha

      • HighAndDry on 09/01/2019 - 14:34

        Band 28 - a radio frequency used by some telcos (with other bands too) for their (4G) signals, such as Optus and Telstra.

        • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 14:51

          That would mean that my Optus sim card will be compatible with the phone?

          • HighAndDry on 09/01/2019 - 14:58
            +1

            @jimmytuan: It won't affect SIM compatibility - it means that the phone may (not necessarily, it depends on many factors) have slower data connections if your service is with Optus or Telstra in certain areas.

            • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 15:05

              @HighAndDry: Thanks for the reply! I think I'm leaning towards this phone, looks the goods! Would you prefer the 6GB or 8GB ram out of the two? I can only seem to find the 6GB ram models.

              • HighAndDry on 09/01/2019 - 15:08

                @jimmytuan: No worries. I've no idea to be honest - from reading online the Pocophone is fairly light on memory usage so I think 6GB would be sufficient, but having more RAM is always better.

                • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 17:27

                  @HighAndDry: Looks like I'll be buying this phone. It fits everything I need in terms of features! Next up, where to buy one from.

                  • rickxs on 09/01/2019 - 18:29
                    +1

                    @jimmytuan: I have the 6gb & it BCFin flies
                    bought from flipkart in India ,had friends on holidays purchased for me
                    very pleased with it , I use Aldi sim no problems,

                    EDIT Aus sellers on Ebay ,dunno who or how good they are

                    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 23:06

                      @rickxs: I've been researching on trying to get one at a decent price, it looks like eBay is the only site that's selling at a good price. Doubt these will go down any sooner. But still happy with the price already!

  • rendev on 09/01/2019 - 12:29
    +6

    For $800 OnePlus 6T is best bet. Great android experience. If you can wait a little more there is Nokia 9 to be released end of Jan. Based on leaks it has better camera and Android one experience.

    • Diji1 on 09/01/2019 - 13:14
      +1

      Neither the newer One Pluses or Nokia's seem to offer compelling reasons to buy them now that they cost the same as other similar handsets.

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 13:46

      Yeah I had a look at that one but then I was dissapointed at the fact that it didn't have expandable memory card slot. Thanks for the output by the way!

  • GG57 on 09/01/2019 - 14:06
    +1

    What is wrong with your current phone?

    You've said "I am currently using the Huawei Mate 9 at this stage and it has been a great phone and still today. I recently finished up my contract and went with a sim only plan which saves me a heap of money too".

    I would just stay on the sim only plan until you actually need a newer phone.

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 14:28

      Besides the crack on the glass screen, It's starting to run slower now, especially when I've got it connected to my head unit for Android Auto. I thought I'd get a perspective on any Android phone that's current or future released to replace with my current one.

      • GG57 on 09/01/2019 - 14:49
        +1

        Ok, that changes the perspective.

  • cansydint on 09/01/2019 - 14:52

    mate 20 pro uses a new standard of expandable memory, so if you really needed to expand the memory you can

  • digitalbargain on 09/01/2019 - 17:34

    nokia 8.. good simple snappy phone, latest (and quick) OS upgrades (will get Pie) and only half your budget ;)

  • Ozai on 09/01/2019 - 20:18
    +1

    In a similar situation. I was thinking to wait till nokia 9 or nokia 7.1 plus,

    Nokia 7 plus has been very positively and was thinking of getting it but will wait till next round of nokias

    • jimmytuan on 09/01/2019 - 21:49

      I've read up on these new Nokia's and they sure have come a long way with their range. I'm sure it's affordable too for the specs you're paying for. But I think I am leaning myself towards the Xiaomi Pocophone F1.

      • MayhemVC on 10/01/2019 - 22:32

        Just be aware that the Pocophone runs MIUI which is is a heavily skinned version of Android.
        It will contain several non-standards and non-removable apps and will require some minor readjustment to operating it.

        I THINK this phone comes with the Google Play store included (many Xiaomi phones don't), however, you might like to confirm before purchasing.

      • jkim on 02/02/2019 - 01:38

        don't get the xiaomi unless you want to be frustrated and want a new phone in 6 months time.
        The specs are only 1/2 the story…

    • rendev on 10/01/2019 - 21:45

      I choose Nokia's over Poco any day for Stock android and NFC. My experience with MIUI has been horrible.

  • afah0447 on 10/01/2019 - 14:13
    +1

    I haven't had any issues with my Huawei. It kills every Sony I have ever had.

  • VirviVR on 02/02/2019 - 04:14
    +1

    Hey. I would advise you two options:
    1. I think it is worth waiting for the spring and buy Samsung
    2. Mate 20 Pro is still very good.

    • jimmytuan on 04/02/2019 - 12:29

      Cheers for the opinion, I would have loved to go for the new phones coming out but I've got a budget to play around with too. I am not too fussed on the best features too. I have gone with the Xiaomi Pocophone F1.

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