Xiaomi promises that it’s profit margin in hardware business will never exceed 5%
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The problem is, I bought Redmi devices from my parents and sister, all of them are tech illiterate and in different country where I am.
You can’t expect an average user to unlock, flash TWRP, root and install ad-block.
A pity, because it used to be the brand I recommend to everyone I know.
Exactly like Apple then.
Yep. Using Global Stable. Bought from official Xiaomi website.
Bullshit. The profit margins on their [current phones](https://investorplace.com/2017/11/apple-inc-iphone-x-profit-margin-higher-than-iphone-8/) range from 59 to 65%.
I’d rather they increase profit margin than showing ads everywhere in MIUI.
Is it an Android one phone?
>and I don’t remember it being full of ads
Because it happens recently. Check this: http://en.miui.com/thread-1941612-1-1.html or just do Google search and you will see all kind of ads in MIUI built-in apps.
>I’ve seen lots of tech illiterate people with xiaomi phones, and they were ok with them, no problems at all.
I know. It’s just I can’t wholeheartedly recommend Xiaomi ads riddled product to everyone I know. Too many caveats.
We just need that A2!
I want the big Redmi battery too. I think once Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 (what a ridiculous name) reviews come out, I’ll switch to that.
You should install DNS66 for a rootless ad block. As for the rest, I’ve used MIUI global for some time before trying new ROMs, and I don’t remember it being full of ads. Sure, lots of bloat, but once I had set it up the way I want it (Nova launcher, Google chrome, Google calendar, solid explorer, Google phone, WhatsApp etc) leaving pretty much no stock apps aside from the camera, it was perfectly ok.
I’ve seen lots of tech illiterate people with xiaomi phones, and they were ok with them, no problems at all.
Based Xiaomi.
For some. I can’t turn off the one in themes for example. And an update to File Manager hide that option. I need to uninstall the update. Overall, it left bitter taste to me as Xiaomi long term user.
No, just close to stock.
Edit: To the genius who downvote me, this is what literally Asus said.
Xiaomi has repeatedly stated that their model is to offer devices at no profit and then make their money from digital services, skins, etc. via their online MIUI stores.
Somehow I don’t believe their profit margin is only 5%. It is somewhat impossible to sell something at that kind of margin. They can offer big discounts on some phone around 20% on a device that only released for few months.
Except apple have much larger profit margins.
If you are looking for a bloat free OS, don’t go to Asus
>it’s profit margin
*its profit margin
That particular Asus runs pretty much stock Android, for better or worse. So no, bloat will not be a problem.
Is this true?
Hmm, top comment. Such a bad mistake, I see.
Good but it rarely Available on time. you look for every sale and did not get the product.
Yup
I’ve always found the “sports” mentality of rooting for companies odd.
You’re correct. It’s not part of the Android One program, it’s like a Motorola
With Hollywood- (or Starbucks- or Apple- or …) accounting, this is a meaningless promise.
How much will Xiaomi Hardware Inc have to pay Xiaomi Brands SA to license the Xiaomi name?
http://en.miui.com/thread-1941612-1-1.html
Lots of places and you need to go to Settings for each of them to turn off the ads. Most of them can be turned off, except Themes (in my device).
Having options is nice, isn’t it? You can have your cake and eat it too. Go get a Nokia
Bullshit.
You can literally just turn them off, if you hadn’t already.