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How to Save more battery in mi max

Hello everybody,
-I have bought lately used mi max 32GB (Hydrogen) on miui 9.5.2 global stable
-I use my phone for browsing internet and social media-no game-no calls(Data sim)
-I disables (all notifications-led lights-second space-quick ball-etc...)+battery saver+restrict background activity
-I only get 9 hours sot on 3g or 10 hours on wifi+4% or 5% battery drain in idle mode.So downclocking the cpu may help me to save battery
Question:
1-What can I do to save more power in miui 9?
2-I heard of ultra power saving mode is found in miui 8.How can I downgrade to it?Is it helpful?
3-What can I do to save more power using root (custom rom-custom kernel)?
Waiting your feedback

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You can't... Ultra power saving is present only with MTK SoC's (& it's still much behind SD). Either switch to older MiUI 8.2~8.3 or to costume ROM.

Zola III said:
You can't... Ultra power saving is present only with MTK SoC's (& it's still much behind SD). Either switch to older MiUI 8.2~8.3 or to costume ROM.
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Thank you for your reply,But I have two questions:
1- How can I downgrade to miui 8 without unlocking bootloader?
I`am now on Global beta Miui 9 -8.4.19
2-How Can I achieve 0% power consumption in idle mode without root?

1. The same way you installed that one & from the same place, just pick older version & download it.
http://en.miui.com/download-302.html
2. You can't it sucks 0.3~0.5% per h.

Zola III said:
1. The same way you installed that one & from the same place, just pick older version & download it.
http://en.miui.com/download-302.html
2. You can't it sucks 0.3~0.5% per h.
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1-I installed miui 9 Global beta 8.4.19 using updater app.Can I install miui global stable 8 using the same way?
Because Some people say you should use mi flash +edl mode
2-I used before another phone(alcatel pixi 4 power)+greenify without root ,and I could achieve 0% or 1% at maximum in 15 continuous hours in idle mode
I don`t know why it doesn't work well in miui 9?
note:-I disables (all notifications-led lights-second space-quick ball-etc...)+battery saver+restrict background activity
3-Is there any app that can disable everything in mobile (calls-sms-notifications-wakelocks-background apps-any other feature)?
Because I don`t use mobile at all for at least 15 hours daily!!

leprince2007 said:
1-I installed miui 9 Global beta 8.4.19 using updater app.Can I install miui global stable 8 using the same way?
Because Some people say you should use mi flash +edl mode
2-I used before another phone(alcatel pixi 4 power)+greenify without root ,and I could achieve 0% or 1% at maximum in 15 continuous hours in idle mode
I don`t know why it doesn't work well in miui 9?
note:-I disables (all notifications-led lights-second space-quick ball-etc...)+battery saver+restrict background activity
3-Is there any app that can disable everything in mobile (calls-sms-notifications-wakelocks-background apps-any other feature)?
Because I don`t use mobile at all for at least 15 hours daily!!
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1. Depends on availability Mi recovery or Mi flash package available.
For more we do costume ROM's around hire with root & unlocked bootloader.

leprince2007 said:
2-How Can I achieve 0% power consumption in idle mode without root?
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That's what the "Power Off" button is for.

cobben said:
That's what the "Power Off" button is for.
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cobben said:
That's what the "Power Off" button is for.
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Turning off the phone is not a good solution.I sometimes need to know the time or take one or two photos.
I need something like ultra power saving mode?

leprince2007 said:
Turning off the phone is not a good solution.I sometimes need to know the time or take one or two photos.
I need something like ultra power saving mode?
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Which you can get when you: unlock boot loader, root, flash a costume ROM & take a control of the phone. In the meanwhile address your complaints to the one's in charge on the official MIUI forum. This is costume ROM's community and we wouldn't make our efforts if we were really satisfied with what OEM's offered.

Zola III said:
Which you can get when you: unlock boot loader, root, flash a costume ROM & take a control of the phone. In the meanwhile address your complaints to the one's in charge on the official MIUI forum. This is costume ROM's community and we wouldn't make our efforts if we were really satisfied with what OEM's offered.
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I bought a second-hand mi max.
A-I heard that ultra saving mode was there in miui 8.Which miui 8 version have this mode as there are a lot of versions:
1-miui 8 android 6
2-miui 8 android 7
B-Does this mode save battery more than the normal battery saver mode?
please help me

leprince2007 said:
I bought a second-hand mi max.
A-I heard that ultra saving mode was there in miui 8.Which miui 8 version have this mode as there are a lot of versions:
1-miui 8 android 6
2-miui 8 android 7
B-Does this mode save battery more than the normal battery saver mode?
please help me
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A) Nope. So called "ultra power saving mode" is tied to vendor not MIUI or Android version.
The MIUI 8.3 is based on the Android 6 and whose one of the better firmware releases regarding battery life. That's why I recommend it in the first place.
B) it's MTK own frequency scheduler set of restrictions ment to extend the battery life but in generally their SoC's are less efficient than Snapdragons. Only Sony has an rather good "Ultra power saving mode" included in their firmwares and disregarding of the SoC vendor.
C# Unlock the boot loader, root, make recovery & kernel backup with flashify (or something similar), install latest unofficial TWRP by nijel8, flash the unofficial LineageOS 14.1 by nijel8, latest firmware & Open Gapps (micro or pico), install the script of your choice from power/performance thread (post no#5) & let it boot. In settings enable the hotplug option, reboot and enjoy. This end's this discussion for me.

Zola III said:
A) Nope. So called "ultra power saving mode" is tied to vendor not MIUI or Android version.
The MIUI 8.3 is based on the Android 6 and whose one of the better firmware releases regarding battery life. That's why I recommend it in the first place.
B) it's MTK own frequency scheduler set of restrictions ment to extend the battery life but in generally their SoC's are less efficient than Snapdragons. Only Sony has an rather good "Ultra power saving mode" included in their firmwares and disregarding of the SoC vendor.
C# Unlock the boot loader, root, make recovery & kernel backup with flashify (or something similar), install latest unofficial TWRP by nijel8, flash the unofficial LineageOS 14.1 by nijel8, latest firmware & Open Gapps (micro or pico), install the script of your choice from power/performance thread (post no#5) & let it boot. In settings enable the hotplug option, reboot and enjoy. This end's this discussion for me.
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You mentioned that miui 8.3 is the best rom in battery.
1-Is this rom global stable? Or global beta?
2-Could you give me it's link to download?

leprince2007 said:
You mentioned that miui 8.3 is the best rom in battery.
1-Is this rom global stable? Or global beta?
2-Could you give me it's link to download?
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Whose stable global & it's not available anymore. Oldest one available currently is 8.5.1.0 which is Android N with MIUI 8.
So you are stuck with what you have.

Zola III said:
Whose stable global & it's not available anymore. Oldest one available currently is 8.5.1.0 which is Android N with MIUI 8.
So you are stuck with what you have.
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No,I searched for older miui versions on google, and I found alot of versions available for download in miui forum.
Just till me the exact miui version? Global stable or beta?

leprince2007 said:
No,I searched for older miui versions on google, and I found alot of versions available for download in miui forum.
Just till me the exact miui version? Global stable or beta?
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MIUI 8.3.0.0 Global stable.

Zola III said:
MIUI 8.3.0.0 Global stable.
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I searched for miui glbal stable 8.3.0 but I don't find it. I found a lot of other miui 8 for mi max:
https://www.google.com/search?q=Miu...HVgcCa8QrQIoBDABegQIBBAJ&biw=393&bih=679#ip=1
I also found multiple miui 8.3 global beta
Are you sure of miui version?

leprince2007 said:
I searched for miui glbal stable 8.3.0 but I don't find it. I found a lot of other miui 8 for mi max:
https://www.google.com/search?q=Miu...HVgcCa8QrQIoBDABegQIBBAJ&biw=393&bih=679#ip=1
I also found multiple miui 8.3 global beta
Are you sure of miui version?
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Sorry, my bad. It whose 8.0.3.0 for my Max Prime & 8.0.2.0 for regular models.
http://en.miui.com/thread-381006-1-1.html
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=386185&extra=page=1&page=1&mobile=2

Zola III said:
Sorry, my bad. It whose 8.0.3.0 for my Max Prime & 8.0.2.0 for regular models.
http://en.miui.com/thread-381006-1-1.html
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=386185&extra=page=1&page=1&mobile=2
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I'am sorry but how do you know that this miui version is best in battery as you said you have prime version?
Some people(thread in the link) says this miui version is bad in battery

The perfect MI MIX 3

Hi Guys, here you can find link (tested) to make our Mi Mix 3 PERFECT!
Any other suggest in comments are welcome! (first of all you need to unlock bootloader)
-last update 19/01/2019-
Last TWRP (unofficial atm but works):
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603869442
Last working Magisk:
https://www.mediafire.com/file/ko6og7ndl4k57fq/Magisk-v17.3.droidfeats.com.zip
Last Miui Multilanguage beta ROM 9.1.17:
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603903386
Last modified Status Bar with centered Clock 9.1.17 (twrp install):
https://goo.gl/qWPLjB
My favourite Navigation "hide" bar:
Fluid N.G. from App Store
Last working GCAM with night mode (remove previous version before):
https://f.celsoazevedo.com/file/gcamera/MGC_6.1.021_MI8_V2b_plus3.apk
increase a bit the volume (Magisk module):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BBVR1xG8NWZWerbMupPNHRXUhc3uZIGf/view
Fingerprinte gestures app:
Looking for a working one.... Stay tuned, if you have to suggest, you are welcome
In settings -> screen -> turn on "Ambient Screen"

Does Safety net pass in magisk?
Edit - Ignore question.
This is not the Global ROM, it's the EU ROM based on Chinese ROM. Suggest you update OP to avoid confusion

Mackay53 said:
Does Safety net pass in magisk?
Edit - Ignore question.
This is not the Global ROM, it's the EU ROM based on Chinese ROM. Suggest you update OP to avoid confusion
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EU ROM runs great, what are the advantages of running the global version? I don't pay much attention to the Chinese or Dev or Stable or Global so I'm curious.

954wrecker said:
EU ROM runs great, what are the advantages of running the global version? I don't pay much attention to the Chinese or Dev or Stable or Global so I'm curious.
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Global has google properly integrated, less crap, usually feels smoother, apps slightly different (browser being an example), features can vary

Mackay53 said:
Global has google properly integrated, less crap, usually feels smoother, apps slightly different (browser being an example), features can vary
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Hi, this rom have all, google properly integrated (from play store to google pay), and do Safety net pass in Magisk. I suggest Magisk 17.3 and last Magisk Manager 6.1 (attention: doesn't accept to upgrade to Magisk 18.0 at the moment)
Thanks
Carlo

CarloBello said:
Hi, this rom have all, google properly integrated (from play store to google pay), and do Safety net pass in Magisk. I suggest Magisk 17.3 and last Magisk Manager 6.1 (attention: doesn't accept to upgrade to Magisk 18.0 at the moment)
Thanks
Carlo
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Google is installed but it isn't properly integrated. Global has it baked in and lets you restore backups from setup.
You have to rely on miui cloud on EU ROM and that takes ages

Mackay53 said:
Google is installed but it isn't properly integrated. Global has it baked in and lets you restore backups from setup.
You have to rely on miui cloud on EU ROM and that takes ages
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Do you have to suggest a better global beta rom link to download for our Mix 3? I will update the thread after test it

Center clock
When i try to install the center clock, i get an error 7 on my TWRP. Is this because of the fact that this is no official TWRP?

Schumi_wk said:
When i try to install the center clock, i get an error 7 on my TWRP. Is this because of the fact that this is no official TWRP?
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Something is not matching up between phone and the zip, when this happens you get error 7 in twrp. It's an annoying error

Schumi_wk said:
When i try to install the center clock, i get an error 7 on my TWRP. Is this because of the fact that this is no official TWRP?
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In TWRP, you must MOUNT System and disable "mount only read system partition"
And be sure to have the 10.1.2 that I have linked, different version will not work right. Is really beautiful with centered clock

Can't get the link for increased volume working... Can you fix link?

knives of ice said:
Can't get the link for increased volume working... Can you fix link?
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+1 please

Perfect is based on personal taste, id rather have stock android on my phone ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

knives of ice said:
Can't get the link for increased volume working... Can you fix link?
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Updated now! Thanks

CarloBello said:
Updated now! Thanks
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No :/

Takumashii said:
No :/
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probably isn't "refreshed" the cache in your browser, i write here the link: https://goo.gl/DEzNeg
wait 30" to receive the link to download

CarloBello said:
probably isn't "refreshed" the cache in your browser, i write here the link: https://goo.gl/DEzNeg
wait 30" to receive the link to download
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Thank's
Edit : It's the link for Center Clock, not boost volume :/

Takumashii said:
Thank's
Edit : It's the link for Center Clock, not boost volume :/
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Ignore this, made an error

Mackay53 said:
Ignore this, made an error
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Can't flash it on last EU

Takumashii said:
Thank's
Edit : It's the link for Center Clock, not boost volume :/
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Stereo Magisk Module to increase a bit the volume, updated the link in OP: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BBVR1xG8NWZWerbMupPNHRXUhc3uZIGf/view

Gcam with advanced settings?

Hello, is there a version of Google camera with advanced settings like the ported once that works on our device ?

nongrata23 said:
Hello, is there a version of Google camera with advanced settings like the ported once that works on our device ?
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CStarks mod has some advanced settings that work with our device. The most current version is based on Gcam 6.3 and is limited in features. The version prior to that is based on Gcam 6 2 and has a few more options. It's also more stable in my opinion. I'm waiting for the next release before I update to the 6.3 version. Here is a link to the thread. http://https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/google-camera-mods/gcam-google-pixel-1-2-3-t3875663

I did try, it seems that is not using the pixel visual core is much slower for her, any suggestion?

Actually when I use this version is getting stuck like in the screen shot any ideas?

nongrata23 said:
Actually when I use this version is getting stuck like in the screen shot any ideas?
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It will use the visual core if you are rooted and you download the magisk module that is in the OP. Which version did you download? Looking through the thread I saw that several users had the same issue as yours with the newest version. Try this version https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80016100&postcount=962
This is the link for the magisk mod that will make it use the visual core https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=78520564&postcount=243

ahhh, i m on stock latest version, i will try to root and see how is going, thanks for suggestion

10.5.9 Global Update temporarily disables Photochrome filter

Update: According to this post by Androidpolice, a Oneplus representative had informed that the update was pushed out unintentionally, and for those who have already updated, a future update will bring back the photochrome mode. (Thanks to Walhalla for providing the link and info)
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The temporary disable of Photochrome filter that came with the update in China has finally found its way to Global ROM.
I had just received the update notification from 10.5.6 to 10.5.9 and the new update will be disabling the Photochrome mode in Global ROM as well. FYI, I haven't updated yet.
The changelog mentions the filter is expected to return in June after revamp, but there is no exact date.
Here's the Changelog:

Dezzmond99 said:
The temporary disable of Photochrome filter that came with the update in China has finally found its way to Global ROM.
I had just received the update notification from 10.5.6 to 10.5.9 and the new update will be disabling the Photochrome mode in Global ROM as well. FYI, I haven't updated yet.
The changelog mentions the filter is expected to return in June after revamp, but there is no exact date.
Here's the Changelog:
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Hi, does 10.5.9 comes with latest May 2020 Google security patch?
Thanks!

cmk7128 said:
Hi, does 10.5.9 comes with latest May 2020 Google security patch?
Thanks!
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I'm not sure as I haven't done the update yet, will play around with Photochrome for a while before I update .

Still april security update

Isn't it possible to extract the 10.5.8 camera version as an apk and to install it then on the new ROM ?

Probably not if you are not rooted. I think lower version number than the system version is not possible, but you can try it. That is the one that is installed on my 10.5.8 firmware.

I just checked my camera app version, it´s 4.0.244. So this version can also be found on apk mirror https://www.apkmirror.com/?post_type=app_release&searchtype=apk&page=7&s=oneplus . So shouldn´t it be possible to flash the new ROM and afterwards the old camera version downloaded from apk mirror?

Is there anything else significant in the update? If not then I'm not bothering. I like this filter.

@Deacon-Frost
Have you even read my post?
@dladz
Not really, I compared the system partitions of 10.5.8 and 10.5.9 with WinMerge and have not found any useful changes. There are changed bluetooth libs, but thats all.

I spotted version 4.0.251 on apk several days ago as I also have .244 on my 8 pro.
I had thought about updating, but didn't.
Can anyone who has updated to 10.5.9 check and see what the camera version is?
TIA
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I just checked my camera app version, it´s 4.0.244. So this version can also be found on apk mirror https://www.apkmirror.com/?post_type=app_release&searchtype=apk&page=7&s=oneplus . So shouldn´t it be possible to flash the new ROM and afterwards the old camera version downloaded from apk mirror?
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Of course I've not

Can someone go into there Camera app and turn off Ultrashot HDR and Smart Content Detection and take a picture in 3x zoom mode and see if the image it comes out is normal to you or the same as what the viewfinder showed?
Every photo I take it seems to overbrighten or the contrast is turned super high (even though the viewfinder looks fine).
I'm still within the 14 days period of my return in case my camera is faulty but the screen I got is nearly perfect condition with a slight smudge at bottom and a faint line at top so don't really want to send it in.
EDIT: Hoping this update fixes it for me if not...

I'm still on 10.5.6. 5.8 was pulled here in North America. Has anyone manually upgraded to 10.5.8 using the incremental file?
I want to know if it was any help or if I should just stick to 10.5.8.
Thanks,

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So shouldn´t it be possible to flash the new ROM and afterwards the old camera version downloaded from apk mirror?
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My memory was not wrong. I just tried to install an older camera version on 10.5.8 and this was the result:
adb install -f "com.oneplus.camera_4.0.230-24190539_minAPI28(arm64-v8a)(nodpi)_apkmirror.com.apk"
Performing Streamed Install
adb: failed to install com.oneplus.camera_4.0.230-24190539_minAPI28(arm64-v8a)(nodpi)_apkmirror.com.apk: Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_VERSION_DOWNGRADE]
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EDIT:
Ok, the OTA was only a "mistake"
https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/...-the-8-pros-color-filter-camera-in-oxygen-os/

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My memory was not wrong. I just tried to install an older camera version on 10.5.8 and this was the result:
EDIT:
Ok, the OTA was only a "mistake"
https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/...-the-8-pros-color-filter-camera-in-oxygen-os/
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Thanks for the info! I'll add that link to the post as well.
I'm not sure if they pulled back the update or not, but from yesterday night, my update available notification has vanished and it says im on the latest version already.

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Thanks for the info! I'll add that link to the post as well.
I'm not sure if they pulled back the update or not, but from yesterday night, my update available notification has vanished and it says im on the latest version already.
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they pulled out this update too it not showing me anymore in the oxygen updater app

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they pulled out this update too it not showing me anymore in the oxygen updater app
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10.5.8 also pulled

10.5.10 11AA fw also disables photochrom

Does anyone not have 10.5.8 ?!!!?????? Full image.
Im pissed I just updated.

amnesia said:
10.5.10 11AA fw also disables photochrom
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Odd I'm on that build and I still have photochrome

Question More Google Services needed...

The baked-in Google services work mostly,, but two weak spots are left:
1. I didn't get Google maps work with the Mi Fit app in Germany - it just doesn't display the map. However, it tracks the run even if it says in the beginning that the GPS signal is weak..
2. The German Corona Warn App doesn't connect to the corresponding Google services with the error message:
com.google.android.gms.common.api.ApiException: 17: API: Nearby.EXPOSURE_NOTIFICATION_API is not available on this device. Connection failed with: ConnectionResult{statusCode=UNKNOWN_ERROR_CODE(39501), resolution=null, message=null}
com.google.android.gms.common.api.ApiException: 17: API: Nearby.EXPOSURE_NOTIFICATION_API is not available on this device. Connection failed with: ConnectionResult{statusCode=UNKNOWN_ERROR_CODE(39501), resolution=null, message=null}
at androidx.transition.ViewGroupUtilsApi14.trySetResultOrApiException(ViewGroupUtilsApi14.java:3)
at com.google.android.gms.internal.nearby.zzan.onResult(com.google.android.gms[email protected]@18.0.3:1)
at com.google.android.gms.common.api.internal.IStatusCallback$Stub.zaa(com.google.android.gms[email protected]@17.5.0:2)
at com.google.android.gms.internal.base.zaa.onTransact(com.google.android.gms[email protected]@17.5.0:3)
at android.os.Binder.execTransactInternal(Binder.java:1162)
at android.os.Binder.execTransact(Binder.java:1126)
Any hints would be welcome!
Otherwise, the Fold works great!

Do you have global rom or Chinese rom?

I have the Chinese ROM. Does a Global ROM exist at all?
Thanks!

Officially not yet, but my phone came unlocked with global rom how I don't know, I removed it because no OTA and fastbooted latest Chinese rom. then I installed latest play store apk, google is almost perfect except android auto.

anasmhds said:
Officially not yet, but my phone came unlocked with global rom how I don't know, I removed it because no OTA and fastbooted latest Chinese rom. then I installed latest play store apk, google is almost perfect except android auto.
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yes i see a few sellers putting global rom even i dont know how when it isnt even officially available.

anasmhds said:
Officially not yet, but my phone came unlocked with global rom how I don't know, I removed it because no OTA and fastbooted latest Chinese rom. then I installed latest play store apk, google is almost perfect except android auto.
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y didnt u use global rom? android auto would work then right? Also on global rom was PC mode working?

varun.gid said:
y didnt u use global rom? android auto would work then right? Also on global rom was PC mode working?
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Yes android auto, no PC mode, but the rom was full of bugs

anasmhds said:
Yes android auto, no PC mode, but the rom was full of bugs
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ah ok so i should get a chinese version better then.

varun.gid said:
ah ok so i should get a chinese version better then.
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Yes its more stable and advanced