New Meizu M3 announced

fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 20:02
Last edited 07/04/2016 - 19:25

Hi guys,

After a bad experience with China phone (ulefone betouch2) I then bought myself a Meizu m2 note and shortly after went for a Meizu metal. Both phones from Meizu have been amazing, only downside is that not all 4g bands are there, but as I live in Sydney it's not too bad.

New m3 seems even better, with bigger battery and finger print. Price is $123 us for 2gb/16gb and $154 us for 3gb/32gb. This price just seem crazy, for such quality devices.
You don't get the marshmallow but still lollipop, but for the price it is quite decent.
So would you buy a Meizu at all? I am on love with it and the back button it's pretty awesome too.

More info here

http://www.androidheadlines.com/2016/04/metal-clad-meizu-m3-…

Mobile Meizu Meizu M3 Android

Comments

  • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:13

    How long have you had it?

    For the price it does seems amazing

  • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 20:18

    Meizu metal 3 months, I paid $200 Australian. It works very well, so I'm not going to upgrade to the new one.
    Even finger print works like a charm.

    • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:19

      Where did you buy it?

      No lag?

      • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 20:23

        Actually I paid $240 off eBay. If I were you I would wait a bit more and get the M3 note as it seems better.
        My phone is perfect no problem whatsoever and also imo it's better to have finger print in the front.

        • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:38

          With the software can you completely remove and flash?

          I'm worried Chinese might take my data

        • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 21:46
          +1

          @GameChanger:

          You can flash the Metal, I have flashed with the beta ones off meizu website. They also update the software quite regularly. The phone I got had no garbage on it, but I still went on Meizu official website and installed the beta, just in case.

          Some apps can´t be removed (the meizu ones). Also there is a wonderful app from Meizu called Music, where you can download/stream complete free music.

  • illumination on 06/04/2016 - 20:45
    +1

    Have you used Xiaomi? Just asking because I'm using a Xiaomi now and I really like it. I have looked at Meizu in the past, and definitely wouldn't mind using one. Only thing is I haven't seen any particular standout deals for the Meizus and they don't seem to have as much developer support for rooting/installing custom ROMs.

    • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:49

      I'm not familiar with Android, whats the advantage of custom roms? It can remove manufacturer software?

      • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 21:42

        Yes, that is correct. Also it allows to move the apps to sd card. Unfortunately the Meizu metal it´s not rooted and I can´t move apps. Luckily all the other stuff can go to sd, but I do hope it will be rootable soon.

  • Clear on 06/04/2016 - 20:50

    Meizu have always been good. I've been considering Meizu as a replacement to my aging Nexus. It'll be interesting to see if they're going to include support for Mediatek PumpExpress+ charging.

    I swear Ulefone and Umi's twin as they're very good at lying about their specifications. Battery capacity in particular.

    • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:55

      Got any specials for it Clear?

      • Clear on 06/04/2016 - 20:58

        Presales are unstable. Closer to release maybe.

        • GameChanger on 06/04/2016 - 20:59

          How about the Meizu metal? Will it drop in price

        • Clear on 06/04/2016 - 21:51

          @GameChanger: Probably. I don't know for certain.

    • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 21:48

      Ulefone is the worst! The screen cracked by itself after 3 days, it was overheating battery dying quickly and finger print not working. Luckily Gearbest replaced (I chose something else), but it was a long and sore process. Took me 3 months!

  • mskeggs on 06/04/2016 - 21:15
    +1

    Very pleased with my m2 note, but you need to be fairly comfortable with ROMs etc.
    It isn't necessarily going to be as you want out of the box.
    But the hardware is high spec and quality.
    My only reservation is the 5.5in screen is a bit large for one handed use.
    I'm hoping that Apple releasing the smaller iphone will encourage a China phone to release high spec phones with smaller, but high denisty screens.

    • fozzie on 06/04/2016 - 21:38

      I find it still pretty good one handed as the back button is awesome. I am so used to it now it is hard to go back to something different.

      • mskeggs on 07/04/2016 - 07:35

        Yeah, the hardware button is a huge usability improvement, especially for former apple users.
        When I use my android tablet my muscle memory keeps my thumb looking for the button, but it only has software buttons that move around depending on orientation.

  • Forskin on 06/04/2016 - 21:25

    I had the Meizu MX2 a few years ago, no problems with it. Pretty good build quality for the price. Would definitely buy a new Meizu phone when it's time to upgrade.

  • stargalaxy on 06/04/2016 - 23:50

    Never try Meizu, Xiaomi and Huawei is my preferred choice if I switch to using Chinese phones, current using Samsung and LG phones.

  • ddrex on 07/04/2016 - 14:03
    +1

    I am using meizu m2 mini. Chose that for the 5'' screen over 5.5'' note. Took me a bit to setup and get used to "Flyme" android skin and the back button, but i love it now.
    Gestures are cool feature and so is the free music download with their app.
    Battery is very good also.

    Thumbs up from me.

    P.S. paid $150 from aliexpress 16gb/2gb

    • illumination on 08/04/2016 - 23:45

      Ah what app are you referring to? Kinda been looking for an app like that lol

      • fozzie on 09/04/2016 - 09:18

        Try Fildo

  • ddrex on 09/04/2016 - 08:27

    I think it might be exclusive to their flyme os. Its just called Music, comes preinstalled on the phone.

    • fozzie on 09/04/2016 - 09:18

      You are correct. A very good one anyone can have is Fildo (more songs but sometimes doesn't work as well)

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