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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G 12GB/512GB Black US$336.59 (~A$520), Blue US$347.59 (~A$537) Del @ Xiaomi Mi Global AliExpress

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Seems we don't really post these due to Australia's network situation but I believe it should work and it has such good specs/price. Reasoning:

  • Own a Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE has been working fine on BOOST from 2022.
  • Is Global ROM
  • JB has the older 13 for $150 more than this.

Pros:

  • Cheaper by $100 than last seen of these phones on Ozb.
  • Snapdragon, has e-sim, nice battery with super fast charging.

Cons:

  • Has bloatware. Probs will flash with xiaomi.eu ROM. Google wallet still might be dodgy.
  • Camera is kinda mid from reviews.

Don't forget the cashback from cashrewards!
See clears posts on using USD to pay with a card without FX fees/charges.

BUYER BEWARE:

I also had a Redmi Note 9 before my Xiaomi 11 Lite, that i had to replace due to the Oz Network changes. So, there's a (low imo) chance this might get blacklisted.

⚠️IMPORTANT NOTICE
Imminent Switch Off of 3G Networks in Australia
Australian Government will switch off 3G networks by the end of 2024. Devices that only support 3G network, including but not limited to older phones, tablet pcs, and some critical equipment, will no longer function for data or voice calls. For more information, visit the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts Website

EDIT: Added price with GST and opinions from comments.
EDIT: GOT MY PHONE

I myself have got it

Ordered on: Jul 20, 2025
Shipped on: Jul 21, 2025
Delivered: July 29th, 2025
TAC: 86775107: https://isthisphoneblocked.net.au/device-brands/xiaomi?searc…

Following https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/hyperos-2-0-stable-relea…

Unlocking Boot loader notes:

  • put sim into phone -> turn on

  • settings -> xiaomi account -> login

  • go to play store -> mi community app -> update -> open -> login via xiaomi account -> profile/me -> unlock bootloader (had to wait one day)

  • settings -> about -> tap model X times for developer options

  • settings -> additional settings -> developer options -> scroll down for OEM bootloader unlock

  • on pc download mi unlock via https://miuirom.xiaomi.com/rom/u1106245679/7.6.727.43/miflas…

  • official website and update doesnt work!
  • login with xiaomi account
  • go to fastboot on phone -> connect to pc -> press button in mi unlock app -> tells you to wait a randomish amount!

Current step: WAITING A WEEK.

Will use as my daily driver with debloat https://github.com/Szaki/XiaomiADBFastbootTools and adguard dns: dns.adguard-dns.com

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    • neonlight on 21/07/2025 - 12:00
      +3

      I agree with this but we can all tell Chinese smartphones are all better value than American equivalents.

      Their tech is already surpassed US

      • whyisave on 22/07/2025 - 02:25

        Their tech is already surpassed US

        The U.S. also has good tech., except that they release them in dribs and drabs,
        and "manage the product lifecycle" just to 'milk' the market, for profits.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:29

      good info added to post about the risk

    • pathway27 on 29/07/2025 - 20:29
      +1

      Update: I gambled and it works!

  • Relsierk on 20/07/2025 - 19:25
    +6

    me and partner have been Xiaomi phone users since 2016 and gone through 3 phones with zeroes issues. Children have also been inducted into the Xiaomi family and theirs too have zero issues so far. knock on wood.

    have great faith in the brand to the point the entire house is Xiaomi-ed ecosystem, from router to robot cleaner and everything else in between. all so far no issues as well.

    • Mrtoolate on 20/07/2025 - 19:36
      +6

      Xiaomi is a good brand. Have some 8-year-old power banks still working like new. Can't believe how durable they are, looks like they're gonna last generations.

      • ninohax on 20/07/2025 - 20:55
        +2

        They are really good when it comes to power banks. Really solid.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:30

      me too am a big fan

  • Jared17 on 20/07/2025 - 19:26

    Thanks. Been waiting for a good replacement for my huawei mate 20 for some time now. Preferably Xiaomi or oppo

  • draokun on 20/07/2025 - 20:32
    +1

    How do you get it to US$315.99 delivered? I'm getting a tax of US $35.09.

    • Alanw on 20/07/2025 - 21:01

      Same here

    • hollykryten on 21/07/2025 - 09:44

      The tax would be for the GST which you get slugged with through AliExpress. You won't be able to avoid that.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:30

      my bad added price with tax into title

  • madmax2 on 20/07/2025 - 21:27

    USB is only Type C 2.0. No fast transfer, no external display… such a waste

  • McFly on 20/07/2025 - 23:36
    +3

    should work

    I'll be happy to try that out and give you a full report - here's my account details for you to transfer the $485…

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:31

      good shout, added some reasoning to post but the risk is definitely there

    • pathway27 on 29/07/2025 - 20:29
      +1

      Update: I gambled and just got it and it works!

      What are your deets btw, for the next time?

  • hollykryten on 21/07/2025 - 09:48

    It's showing as AU$493.01 on the product page. Gone up in price slightly obviously since yesterday?.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:31

      gotta change it to USD and pay in USD, I've changed the title's price to reflect the ali tax too

  • hollykryten on 21/07/2025 - 09:50
    +1

    Why are you paying extra for Blue colour when Black is cheaper?. It's the same phone just in a different colour.

    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008460438386.html?levelO…

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:32

      Changed it to black in title thx

  • JavaJoe on 21/07/2025 - 10:27
    +2

    In our family we have a Xiaomi 13T, Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 10 Pro. All are global versions bought from Aliexpress and are working perfectly. The 13T and 11Pro are with Telstra MVNOs and 10Pro is with Amaysim.

    I'm looking at buying Xiaomi 15T Pro when it's released.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:32

      Nice am also on a Mi 11 Lite no issues. 15T lookin good !

  • Regie69 on 21/07/2025 - 11:02

    AU$547.76 with Tax

    • hollykryten on 21/07/2025 - 11:15
      +3

      It's the GST thanks to a certain Harvey.

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:33
      +1

      Added to title with black color

  • shaybisc on 21/07/2025 - 11:22

    Anyone got a Xiaomi or Poco working normally on the Vodafone network?

    • leoorange3107 on 21/07/2025 - 12:08
      +2

      Yes. Working for 2 years with Vodafone

  • neonlight on 21/07/2025 - 11:52

    Not sure why this is even posted. It's no longer worth taking risks to import mobiles after that stupid regulation on 4G

    Therefore just get a local device outright or sign up a plan

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:33

      Agreed there's a risk have added the to post

    • jc123 on 21/07/2025 - 12:34
      +1

      I personally agree it is not worth the risk, but I do think it's fine for deals like this to be posted here as long as there are disclaimers.
      It is ultimately up to the purchaser to decide if they wish to hedge their bets of the import mobile with good value hardware will work with Australian network carriers (and nil local warranty) versus it being potentially blacklisted. Everyone's risk appetite/tolerance is totally different. Maybe someone is looking for a second phone and had a limited budget and wanted something with better specs than want the Australian retail stores can offer.

      • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:38
        +1

        Perfect sentiment

  • Dick10 on 21/07/2025 - 11:53
    +4

    Poco X4GT blacklisted by Telstra just after 3G shutdown but whitelisted after numerous chats with contradictory advice( IMEI and Telstra texts advising compatible) plus ombudsman communication. Problem was with Volte .
    Switched to Optus 4 months ago with zero issues. Local retailers and telcos selling mobiles at inflated prices so have vested interests in blocking purchases from overseas.
    Gouging as per normal Australian corporate greed and pathetic corporate ethics. F the customer!

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:34

      Yes whirlpool also says to do VoLTE enabling right?

  • violentpanda on 21/07/2025 - 12:19
    +1

    redmi low end of xiaomi normally doesn't have band28 wihch used for 3g 4g emergency calls , as a result of closure of 3g network phone cannot be used

    • pathway27 on 21/07/2025 - 12:35

      I have another low end xiaomi that works perfectly on BOOST, but I've added that info and the general risk to the post.

      • violentpanda on 21/07/2025 - 14:15

        redmi is low end xiaomi is not

    • pathway27 on 29/07/2025 - 20:30

      Update: I got my order and it works!

  • cornucopia on 22/07/2025 - 07:25
    +2

    If you're thinking of buying a Xiaomi mobile you need to understand the various technical issues that MIGHT be a problem in Oz. Firstly the bootloader. There are usually three versions of any Xiaomi model, the Chinese Version, the Chinese version hacked with a Global ROM (bootloader unlocked) and the Global Version. The first USUALLY won't connect to Australian networks, the second does with SOME networks and the third is GENERALLY OK everywhere .. and the most expensive!! ALSO the phone you choose must have 4g (or 5G) VOLTE connection to 000. AND it must have LTE Band 28. If the phone you choose meets all these requirements it will work in Oz. If it meets all these criteria and you find that it doesn't connect to your preferred service provider (Telstra is the worst) it will connect elsewhere (Voda is the best). Just switch, it's no big deal. We have two Xiaomi Note 10 5G NFC phones, my wife's is the Global Version and it's running fine on More (Telstra reseller). I have the Xiaomi Note 10 5G NFC Global ROM, it's also OK on More BUT because the bootloader is unlocked Google Wallet doesn't work, security issue (although NFC does). HOWEVER the bank (which bank?) has it's own NFC wallet and that does work. Footnote: Xiaomi makes solid mobiles with good specs at a fraction of the cost of the market leaders, beyond the 000 farce we've never had an issue after three generations of Xiaomis!!

    • McFly on 23/07/2025 - 01:14

      you find that it doesn't connect to your preferred service provider (Telstra is the worst) it will connect elsewhere

      Until it doesn't, if it already works in the first place.

      because the bootloader is unlocked Google Wallet doesn't work

      That can be fixed, but it's a bit of a game of cat and mouse these days.

  • krunchymoses on 22/07/2025 - 14:52

    I have a redmi note 12 pro plus on JB Hifi - Telstra MVNO - works fine. Gets 5g.

  • timhn on 29/07/2025 - 16:26
    +1

    Price is now USD$325.16 !!!

    Very tempting. I would jump on this if we don't have this 3g shutdown BS that lockout a lot of good Xiaomi phones

  • pathway27 on 29/07/2025 - 20:20
    +1

    Just a note to all, I have received the phone and my BOOST sim card works and is getting 5G/data/calls/sms.
    I have added some notes about my process to flash it with xiaomi.eu ROM and bootloader unlocking.

    • timhn on 29/07/2025 - 22:25
      +1

      Could you mind check your TAC at Optus see if not blocked?

    • timhn on 30/07/2025 - 19:17
      +1

      Does it support esim? Got mixed messages that some do , some don't depending on region.

      • pathway27 on 30/07/2025 - 19:25
        +1

        I do see it does in the settings, I've yet to try it. My current BOOST is physical sim.
        I'll go on a trip soon and will try it then.

    • Rukiata on 08/08/2025 - 13:23

      well does optus work?

      • pathway27 on 09/08/2025 - 11:34

        I'm not sure I only have boost

        • xzclzj on 03/09/2025 - 06:22

          Could you use Google wallet to make payment ?

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