[DISCUSSION] OnePlus 5 for Canadian Users

[adinkwok]

What's poppin XDA

My first OnePlus device was the OnePlus One that I got with an invite way back in 2014. That set me back about $380, but now that our dollar is in the gutter, this device is going to be setting me back way more. I will probably be purchasing this device regardless, but before then, anyone have pre-purchase thoughts?

(and yes, the moment I get this device I will be working on bringing up CarbonROM for it)

 

[QAM]

Hey
I was considering starting a thread for us up North, thanks for starting the discussion already

As you already alluded to one area I am worried about is the retail price for the device given our weak currency.

I do hope that OnePlus continues their staunch commitment to the development community. I love the fact that the OnePlus 3/3T rivals even the Pixel devices for third party ROM support.

If they could add dual front facing speakers would be fantastic, coupled with a large enough battery could win me over. Oooh the wait is is feeling like forever!

Sent from my ZTE A2017U using Tapatalk

 

[3DSammy]

My particular Canadian OnePlus 5 requirement is that the phone fully supports Rogers LTE bands. I would be buying an unlocked version and definitely not from Rogers or any other telecom. I am also a hacker who expects all the same flexibility seen from OnePlus for the 3 and 3T. If that is so then it will be a smooth transition from my Nexus 5 which was rooted within my first 10 minutes of fully charging.
Also I'd expect local price not to be different than the exchange rate of the same product sold in the US. No gouging tolerated. I wonder if OnePlus will use Amazon as an exclusive distributor as they are in other counties or you'll still have the option of buying through the OnePlus web site? Sometimes I feel that Amazon.ca price gouges specifically on phones.

 

[DarKAngel1234]

Dude, I remember you doing the Temasek build for the opo. I have an OP3, right now but will probably update to the OP5, once out. Which Rom are you building for now. Just Carbon Rom or others.? Also any thought on bringing EAS to OP5. I know the main dev. Zach or RenderBroken, which ever name you want to go by is planning on buying and developing for the OP5.?

What's poppin XDA

My first OnePlus device was the OnePlus One that I got with an invite way back in 2014. That set me back about $380, but now that our dollar is in the gutter, this device is going to be setting me back way more. I will probably be purchasing this device regardless, but before then, anyone have pre-purchase thoughts?

(and yes, the moment I get this device I will be working on bringing up CarbonROM for it)

 

[adinkwok]

Dude, I remember you doing the Temasek build for the opo. I have an OP3, right now but will probably update to the OP5, once out. Which Rom are you building for now. Just Carbon Rom or others.? Also any thought on bringing EAS to OP5. I know the main dev. Zach or RenderBroken, which ever name you want to go by is planning on buying and developing for the OP5.?

Hey, I actually didn't build temasek but I did Pure Nexus and SlimSaber with Sultanxda's CAF trees. And yes I'll probably just be doing CarbonROM as that is my main project. I've heard that porting EAS is a pita and I'm not sure if that's something I want to spend my time doing. Hopefully my buddy Zach can do that for us

 

[DarKAngel1234]

OK kool either way. Good to see a good dev, getting an op5.

Hey, I actually didn't build temasek but I did Pure Nexus and SlimSaber with Sultanxda's CAF trees. And yes I'll probably just be doing CarbonROM as that is my main project. I've heard that porting EAS is a pita and I'm not sure if that's something I want to spend my time doing. Hopefully my buddy Zach can do that for us

 

[QAM]

Actual costs for us up north

Hola

Just sharing my order details to provide costs:
1 x OnePlus 5 Slate Gray 6GB RAM + 64GB Storage --- CAD$ 649.00
1 x OnePlus 5 Exclusive Welcome Bundle --- CAD$ 109.80 but discounted to CAD$ 54.90 for early bird purchase
Includes
Dash Type-C Cable 100 cm
OnePlus Bullets (V2) White
OnePlus 5 Protective Case Karbon
OnePlus 5 3D Tempered Glass Screen Protector Black

Subtotal CAD$ 758.80
Discount CAD$ 54.90
Tax CAD$ 91.50
Shipping CAD$ 0.00
Grand total CAD$ 795.40

No shipping info provided yet.

 

[3DSammy]

Checking out the OnePlus site using the early adopter code "Clearer Photos" I could see the $649 (6GB/64GB) and $719(8GB/128GB) prices. Their not much higher than the straight US exchange rate for today.
I compared that to Amazon.ca prices for a Galaxy S8 that included a Samsung warranty (~$986CND 4GB/64GB). Sure it has expandable storage and a larger wrap around screen and arguably a better camera but that price difference, at least for me is too much.
Unless the reviews really hate the OP5 then the 8GB/128GB Midnight Black version is for me. At least the Verge's hands on review hammers the OP5 Camera but for me price and developer/openness mean more plus I don't care about the IP rating. I would have liked a QHD mode but I still look at my color tuned Nexus 5 1080p screen and its great for the screen size. Obviously your feature preference is completely personal.
I'd like to hear what DAC their using and how the headphone audio quality holds up. Right now I'm likely to buy in after the more in depth reviews are posted from my usual trusted sources.

 

[3DSammy]

WARNING: Standard Shipping & Hidden Customs Fees

OnePlus is including the following warning to all Canadian purchases in your order confirmation:

"Canadian customers: please be aware that with Priority shipping, all customs fees are included in your total at checkout. Should you be charged again by DHL, send us your tax invoice and we will reimburse you. With Standard shipping, we don't charge customs fees at checkout, however the US Postal Service may collect this from you while your package is in transit."

If you are concerned about these possible hidden customs fees and you already have made your purchase you cannot simply have OnePlus change the delivery method even if has not been shipped. To be fair this information is posted in the FAQ section of the OnePlus web site. See:
Do I need to pay custom or Import charges?
How do I change my shipping method after placing my order?

Admin please make this a sticky post.

 

[QAM]

Hola
So I don't get it... I am reading from the https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/how-to/oneplus-5-delivery-shipping-status-t3624695 that some of us Canadians have already received notice of actual shipping or actual date of delivery. I have not yet received any info other than DHL showing that shipping info has been received, the OnePlus order page a potential delivery date of June 26.

Have any of you seen any updates to your shipping info? I am in the GTA, about 30 min drive to the main DHL cargo center near Pearson airport. Yes I am one impatient SOB

 

[DespairFactor]

I got my phone delivered today about an hour ago

 

[c_86]

Hola
So I don't get it... I am reading from the https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/how-to/oneplus-5-delivery-shipping-status-t3624695 that some of us Canadians have already received notice of actual shipping or actual date of delivery. I have not yet received any info other than DHL showing that shipping info has been received, the OnePlus order page a potential delivery date of June 26.

Have any of you seen any updates to your shipping info? I am in the GTA, about 30 min drive to the main DHL cargo center near Pearson airport. Yes I am one impatient SOB

Mine is showing as shipped with DHL tracking number but only states shipment information received. No movement yet

 

[CephiroX]

I got my phone delivered today about an hour ago

Thought I'd ask but where did it ship from? And was your delivery info up to date? I assume it came via DHL as well right?

 

[DespairFactor]

Thought I'd ask but where did it ship from? And was your delivery info up to date? I assume it came via DHL as well right?

LA and yeah, it was. DHL delivered too.

 

[CephiroX]

LA and yeah, it was. DHL delivered too.

Dang, I guess mine is taking a bit longer haha. Still sitting in LA with just the generic 'received shipping info' oh well.

 

[c_86]

Mine is showing picked up by DHL with tracking. And showing for delivery tomorrow June 22 in Vancouver

 

[Nikos69]

still processing for me, should have deployed today but i guess it will tomorrow, eta would probably be monday......

 

[adinkwok]

My device is arriving tomorrow! 0.o

(already doing behind the scenes stuff while waiting for it to arrive )

 

[dpsi]

My particular Canadian OnePlus 5 requirement is that the phone fully supports Rogers LTE bands. I would be buying an unlocked version and definitely not from Rogers or any other telecom. I am also a hacker who expects all the same flexibility seen from OnePlus for the 3 and 3T. If that is so then it will be a smooth transition from my Nexus 5 which was rooted within my first 10 minutes of fully charging.
Also I'd expect local price not to be different than the exchange rate of the same product sold in the US. No gouging tolerated. I wonder if OnePlus will use Amazon as an exclusive distributor as they are in other counties or you'll still have the option of buying through the OnePlus web site? Sometimes I feel that Amazon.ca price gouges specifically on phones.

It doesn't support band 13 for LTE on Rogers

 

[3DSammy]

It doesn't support band 13 for LTE on Rogers

I'm still hazy on what impact not having band 13 will have when using LTE on Rogers. My initial Googling didn't reveal anything substantial. I think the OP3T had the same missing band and there are lots of posts with people on Rogers with LTE access and speeds?
Do you know what the impact is? My OP5 is actually on the DHL truck out for deliver as I write this.