Redmi Note 3 32mb is on its last legs. I need a replacement. Suggestions please.
I've had this phone 3 years and thought it was suitable for my needs.
Note 3 likes:
Physical Size - I don't want any bigger external dimensions.
Weight - this is about right.
Ruggedness - nothing has bent or broken
Dual sim - this is a must
Battery life - was fairly good up until the past few months.
Note 3 dislikes:
memory - I'd like 128mb
Xiaomi bloatware - I don't feel technically competent enough to replace this.
I work on the outskirts of Sydney a lot in "remote" sites so it needs to be able to pull in a week 4G signal (if this is a "thing").
I take a lot of video these days so good video capability is a priority.
I also have some industrial deafness so a clear and loud speaker is helpful and stops me constantly saying "what was that?"
Budget:
$300 +-$50. Can stretch to $400ish if needed. Am ready to buy now.
TIA.
Edit: Closure.
Ordered a Xiaomi Note 8 Pro 128gb. $395 ex-AUS. Should have it Monday.
Second hand or new Samsung Note 9 if you can stretch the budget - the unbranded versions are dual sim, and suit all of your requirements.