Realme 3 - user opinions and reviews
- Realme321GO
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Anonymous, 06 Jun 2020Yes try installing the file you downloaded from realme site(file is around 2.46 GB right?) . Y... moreI will try to leave more empty on phone storage now , before trying to reinstall this fine . It might tell me that my current OS is already same or newer than the update , and hopefully your theory is right about it not deleting anything in the process ... !!!!!!!!
I doubt any patch would fix this massive number of issues ... even Dark Mode works in some apps but is completely ignored by others ... and indeed an exceptionally noticeable lag all throughout the phone during normal usage ( i am not a gamer ) ...
- Anonymous
- vIv
Realme321GO, 05 Jun 2020"First you create a realme backup and see how big is that(in GBs)."
~5GB in my case , on SD c... moreYes try installing the file you downloaded from realme site(file is around 2.46 GB right?) . You will not lose any data/files. May be it will solve the issues.
And please avoid 'rooting' as it will void warranty and banking apps will not work properly. It may also cause issues with realme updates. Realme phones do not have great support at XDA forums.
If you have a Redmi/Xiaomi then you can try rooting/custom roms etc.
- Realme321GO
- 8V%
Anonymous, 05 Jun 2020First you create a realme backup and see how big is that(in GBs)."First you create a realme backup and see how big is that(in GBs)."
~5GB in my case , on SD card
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As another avenue to explore, I downloaded this file from REALME website :
RMX1821EX_11_OTA_1100_all_GQu4ppXhf2JQ
I put it on the SD card , then moved onto phone storage
Is it worth trying to boot into backup mode vol down + power , and trying to install that file? (It's same OS/version as I have now , but IF (big if) it lets me reinstall, and IF (big if) it lets me keep all my apps / settings , maybe the bugs will go away ? Do you know anything about this approach ?
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There is new discussion on reddit about evidence of DNS hijacking from realme so they can snoop on all internet tracking over ... did we have a reason to expect from the begging that they were not actively doing this to us anyway?
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If you manage to root the phone despite it having Realme UI on it (I am not sure a root method has been established yet for latest OS:
a: void warranty (minor concern at this stage , the phone is almost a year old)?
b: prevent receiving future updates from realme?
c: can completely backup absolutely everything including app settings logins etc. etc. using Titanium app or equivalent?
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Once again, thank you mr/ms anonymous !! long may you live !!
- Anonymous
- GQU
Realme321GO, 04 Jun 2020So if I understand correctly 1) Backup static files (.doc / .pdf. / .mp3 / etc. / .APK to re... moreFirst you create a realme backup and see how big is that(in GBs).
- Anonymous
- GQU
Ali, 05 Jun 2020I loved the phone before new update after the update and getting the latest android 10 version... moreDid you update from color os 6 to realme ui? . Normally when you update from one android version to another these issues happen(but not to every one). You can wait for further updates as an update C.11 is on the way. See then whether issue remains.
- Anonymous
- GQU
Realme321GO, 04 Jun 2020So if I understand correctly
1) Backup static files (.doc / .pdf. / .mp3 / etc. / .APK to re... moreHi, for your questions
1) yes those backed up apps will be installed when you restore realme back up
2) good
3) correct , Realme backs up almost all apps
4) yes
Question:
1) I am not familiar with 2FA tokens. I mainly use google pay and other banking apps for transactions.I also do not use Google Authenticator. However you can create a backup of all those tokens and other files related to these apps. It would be better if you sign in again after reset. You may have to sign in again with Google Authenticator.
2) Most of the apps (example Whatsapp) use internal memory
3) no
4) You can try
a) reset system settings only (basic reset so try it first )
b)erase downloaded apps and their data (more comprehensive)
or
c)erase all data(actual factory reset)
Try in the order . I mainly do 'factory reset' as i do not have many apps.
- Ali
- sUv
Anonymous, 03 Jun 2020Are you on version C.10?I loved the phone before new update after the update and getting the latest android 10 version every other feature is good but the only issue is the fast battery draining when I keep my mobile at night and then when I wake up 30-40% of the battery is gone which wasn't like this before the new update, only 1 -2% was consumed at standby mode in nights.
Please help me resolving this issue.
- Realme321GO
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So if I understand correctly
1) Backup static files (.doc / .pdf. / .mp3 / etc. / .APK to reinstall side-load style after reset )
2) use Google Backup (I already do always)
3) use Realme back up and restore (some Applications but NO app data), Personal Data (Contacts, Messages and more) and System Data (System Settings, Clock and more).)
4) Do some sort of reset
Question:
1) How do I restore my Authenticator and Authy apps with all the 2FA tokens they generate for finance apps, after they are reinstalled? These are needed to log back into my personal finance apps , and others ... I have about 6-10 different apps that use 2FA using these apps
2) How do I check which apps are using external storage as the default place to store their files/datbases ? Like WhatsApp , etc. Is there a default setting somewhere ? I can't find it
3) Is there any other step I can take to back up even more things before doing a factory reset and restore ?
4) Is there any advantage at all to doing the more supecificial resets , rather than a full comprehensive reset ?
thanks again
- Anonymous
- ypc
Khan, 04 Jun 2020Yes ... personally i love this phone and brand too.. almost 10 days ago i bought realme C3 but... moreIt is true that some users are facing issues. May be you could restart the device a few times or clear the junk files. Also check battery settings if any particular app is causing battery drain. Also clear the cache. Also check ram usage.
- Khan
- 6PD
Anonymous, 03 Jun 2020Are you on version C.10?Yes ... personally i love this phone and brand too.. almost 10 days ago i bought realme C3 but after this update i just hate my phone now just because of those few bugs which i already mentioned in my previous comments.. If you know anything regarding this kindly help.
- Anonymous
- vIv
Realme321GO, 03 Jun 2020Thanks ! I am in Mexico so unfortunately any sort of in-person support is basically impossible... moreimportant- please copy all necessary files(like .pdf, documents etc) from internal memory to SD card before factory reset.
So first you must create a new backup and see its size. Remember your messages , call history, contacts and other system setting will be saved.
As an additional step you can also use backup option in 'google' in settings menu.
- Anonymous
- vIv
Realme321GO, 03 Jun 2020Thanks ! I am in Mexico so unfortunately any sort of in-person support is basically impossible... moreHi, you can select the back up and restore option in additional settings and create a 'new back up' , which will backup all your apps(without their app data), contacts , messages etc. You will get the option to back up either to internal or external memory.
You should select External memory(SD) as the internal memory will be wiped during factory reset.
If you have access to a laptop or computer you can move or copy your 'back up' there temporarily as you said your SD card do not have much space.
Removing SD during factory reset is safe, you can take it out in order to avoid any data loss and put it back after reset.
In my opinion realme backup option is safe as you are keeping your data in your phone or computer.
You can also use realme cloud option called 'Heytap cloud' (in settings menu), but i never use it.
While factory resetting all erase option is better.
One more thing there is an app called 'realme community' which is available in playstore. In this app there is an option to chat with customer service executive so that you can clear your doubts. Please check whether this app is available in your region.
important thing is that factory reset is only an option and only try it if you have some time to spare.
- Realme321GO
- 8V$
Anonymous, 03 Jun 2020Just do a normal backup and restore and see if the issue persists. U can backup contacts, mess... moreThanks ! I am in Mexico so unfortunately any sort of in-person support is basically impossible
Here are photos of the options that are available to me as far as back up and restore on my Realme 3 , perhaps you can guide me on which option is optimal ?
I will try to move all my important apps to SD card although it'll likely require clearing up a lot of space on my SD card that isn't currently available, and some apps don't allow being moved to SD card ? But I really only have several really important ones
Would you recommend removing the SD card from the phone prior to doing an eventual factory reset of any kind ? Or keep it in ?
Back Up & Restore (realme native app, can it be trusted? what does it actually back up, after you accept their shady terms and conditions?)
https://i.imgur.com/4Zfq63i.jpg
BAck Up & Reset Main Menu
https://i.imgur.com/24b1PjK.jpg
Factory Reset Options --- I see 5 options , how do you rank them from minimally to maximally invasive / restorative? Which option can I expect to actually reinstall the whole OS so hopefully GPS only mode will go back to normal , speed will pick up again , less lag , faster bootup time of camera app, etc.
https://i.imgur.com/PXdyah9.jpg
THANK YOU! GOOD LUCK TO ALL WITH OUR ISSUES!
- Anonymous
- GQd
Khan, 02 Jun 2020HI, i just updated my phone almost week ago , everything works great, i think there is a lot ... moreAre you on version C.10?
- Anonymous
- GQd
Realme321GO, 03 Jun 2020So what's the best software to backup ALL apps ALL settings , contacts, before doing a full fa... moreJust do a normal backup and restore and see if the issue persists. U can backup contacts, messages, call history, wifi settings, weather settings and other system settings etc through the phone.
As for apps, you will lose the app settings and will be only able to backup .apk files. So that you don't have to download them(if you have lots of apps) from playstore. Only the .apk files will be backed up which means you can install the backed up app(for example whatsapp), but you will have to login again and restore whatsapp data from google drive.
There are apps for backing up app data like titanium backup, migrate etc but all these require root.
No brand(Samsung, xiaomi Realme, sony etc) provides app data backing up. In Miui it was possible before(Miui 9) but now it is not possible.
I think every brand should have the option to backup everything(including app data) in their UI.
The options for you are-
1) Do a normal factory reset after backing up meassages, contacts , settings , apps(.apk only) and restore everything from back up. You can create backup in SD card. You will have to install every single third party app(facebook, whatsapp) from the back up and will have to sign in again. This may solve the lagging.
2) Wait for next update from Realme(it will take a month or two)
3) Visit/contact Realme service centre/customer service(if nearby) and tell them to rectify the issue.
I would really like to help you, otherwise i won't bother writing this long essay and waste my time.
- Realme321GO
- 8V$
So what's the best software to backup ALL apps ALL settings , contacts, before doing a full factory reset ? OR would you just do a more superficial reset (there is some settings for that in the phone)? My Realme 3 is very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very very buggy after latest update and I am NOT OKAY WITH IT!
- Khan
- 6PD
Anonymous, 01 Jun 2020Sorry for late reply i also have 4/64GB version and as i told you before , i am not an expert ... moreHI,
i just updated my phone almost week ago , everything works great, i think there is a lot of improvement, but i do have some issue including battery draining fast, its takes too much time to charge full battery, heating up during charging, and i also i kept my phone at night with 48 % charge and when i woke up at morning battery charging was 23 %. i wrote to Realme support services, i also report in bugs at realme community but still my problem not resolved. i hope that they will provide us more update to fix these issue.
- Anonymous
- vG4
Anonymous, 30 May 2020Can you confirm whether you've Helio P70 variant or P60?
And 3,32GB or 4,64GB?
I've P60 4,... moreSorry for late reply i also have 4/64GB version and as i told you before , i am not an expert like you in gcam modes. I am using it as the nightsight is working. Haven't tested the marlin version.It is good to have the latest gcam port for our device.
In your case,you should keep on trying to find the best .xml and keep checking the telegram groups. The devs in telegram groups are even testing custom rom for realme 3(little late because of chipset).
- Anonymous
- 6Pa
Anonymous, 31 May 2020You don't know anything dude all claims made by you were falseI've shared over a hundred facts about this phone in past year. What claim did you find to be false?
If it's about people facing bugs in last update, I'll remind you that no Android or iPhone is safe from bugs in updates. Realme 3 is one of the most stable/bug-free Android phones in budget segment. It also has one of the least complaints you'll find in reviews, flagships included.
You can try to prove me wrong by giving example of other phones.
It rarely gets any bug and all of them are usually minor or easily fixed by Realme or users themselves. Unlike other budget phones like Redmi Note 7 with constant weak signal bug, poor battery bug, display bug, low performance, over heating bug.
Ask RN7 users. They've been asking to fix them ever since that phone came out.
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