The Official Xiaomi Thread

Neoprod said:
Looks good from a frequency point of view. The model number 25080RABDG ending in G indicates it's the global version - there's also a C version (China), I (India) and probably more depending on where they wanted to sell it that requires changes for the local market.
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i bought this , came to like R5500 in total

very nice phone

nice screen , fast loading very smooth

also its a 12gb version and has 5g

same phone goes for around 10k here

got the bundle with earpods and the strap
 

📱 XIAOMI 17 PRO MAX – FULL REVIEW (FLAGSHIP POSITIONING)​


Xiaomi 17 Pro Max – Daily Use Review (South Africa)​


I’ve been using the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (CN variant) as a daily driver, and straight up — this is a Flagship.

⚡ Performance​


Running the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, performance is exactly what you’d expect at this level:

  • Apps open instantly
  • Smooth multitasking
  • No lag under pressure

Whether it’s gaming or heavy usage, it just handles everything without slowing down.

🔋 Battery Life​


This is easily one of the biggest strengths.
  • 7500mAh battery
  • Easily 1.5–2 days with normal use
  • Heavy use still gets you comfortably through the day

It’s one of the strongest battery setups you’ll find in a flagship right now.


📺 Display & Build​

  • Large AMOLED display
  • Bright, sharp, and smooth
  • Feels premium in hand
Nothing about it feels like a compromise — it’s built like a high-end device.

The second display is fun and great for selfies

📸 Camera​

  • Triple 50MP setup
  • Strong main camera
  • Good zoom performance
  • Solid ultrawide
It’s reliable across different conditions — not just good on paper.

🇿🇦 CN Variant (South Africa Use)​


From real use:
  • Google Play works
  • English works
  • No issues on SA networks
  • No Android Auto
  • No esim
  • Notifications may be delayed but can be fixed in App settings

So in day-to-day use, it behaves like any other flagship Android phone.

🎥 Full Review​


👉

💰 Availability​


👉 https://baldins.co.za/tf/product/xiaomi-17-pro-max-cn-variant/

👍 Final Thoughts​


The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max sits comfortably in the flagship category.

If you want:
  • Top-tier performance
  • Excellent battery life
  • Premium overall experience

This is easily one of the strongest options right now.
 
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Hi guys

I have a Note 11 Pro+ 5G which I recently updated to HyperOS 1.0.15.0 from 1.0.14.0. , I have the EU rom.

Now the phone chargers to 95% and it stops there, it never went to 100% after the update.

I want to downgrade to HyperOS 1.0.14.0 because everything worked fine on that. I did search online for ways to downgrade but I want to know from those of you who have successfully downgraded before without bricking your phone.

I'd appreciate it if you could also send me links to all the software I will need for the downgrade.

Thanks
 
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BaldinsTechFinder said:

XIAOMI 17 PRO MAX – FULL REVIEW (FLAGSHIP POSITIONING)​


Xiaomi 17 Pro Max – Daily Use Review (South Africa)​


I’ve been using the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (CN variant) as a daily driver, and straight up — this is a Flagship.


Performance​


Running the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, performance is exactly what you’d expect at this level:

  • Apps open instantly
  • Smooth multitasking
  • No lag under pressure

Whether it’s gaming or heavy usage, it just handles everything without slowing down.

Battery Life​


This is easily one of the biggest strengths.
  • 7500mAh battery
  • Easily 1.5–2 days with normal use
  • Heavy use still gets you comfortably through the day

It’s one of the strongest battery setups you’ll find in a flagship right now.


Display & Build​

  • Large AMOLED display
  • Bright, sharp, and smooth
  • Feels premium in hand
Nothing about it feels like a compromise — it’s built like a high-end device.

The second display is fun and great for selfies

Camera​

  • Triple 50MP setup
  • Strong main camera
  • Good zoom performance
  • Solid ultrawide
It’s reliable across different conditions — not just good on paper.

CN Variant (South Africa Use)​


From real use:
  • Google Play works
  • English works
  • No issues on SA networks
  • No Android Auto
  • No esim
  • Notifications may be delayed but can be fixed in App settings

So in day-to-day use, it behaves like any other flagship Android phone.

Full Review​


Availability​


https://baldins.co.za/tf/product/xiaomi-17-pro-max-cn-variant/

Final Thoughts​


The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max sits comfortably in the flagship category.

If you want:
  • Top-tier performance
  • Excellent battery life
  • Premium overall experience

This is easily one of the strongest options right now.
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The Xiaomi 17 range is excellent. What frustrates me is them not making 17 pro max global, and yet 17 and Ultra are. Android auto is deal breaker for some.
 
  • Go to Settings > SIM card & mobile data > Preferred network type and select 4G/LTE.
  • Restart the phone after changing the setting.
  • Check for a software update — sometimes a bug fix covers this.
  • Remove and reinsert the SIM card, then try changing the network again.
  • Reset network settings under Settings > Connection & sharing > Reset network settings. Note this will also reset Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
  • If none of those work, dial *#*#4636#*#* — this opens a hidden testing menu where you can manually set the network type.
 
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