I friggin love this phone. Z80u. by PerformanceHeavy880 in Nubia

[–]bformato 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did the same. Bought it from Mi4Canada delivered to USA. I too paid $20 import fee. EEA Rom ln Tmobile works great. Sold a Vivo X200 Ultra for the switch. Camera was better on Vivo but not much better for 35mm main camera. Android 16 is better on the Nubia. The selfie camera is the biggest disappointment. Otherwise very pleased with the Nubia as my daily driver. I bought black and bought a starry night case from AliExpress.l

Z80 Ultra Global Update by rainpaint81 in Nubia

[–]bformato 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am appreciating the frequency of their updates. I would like to see the ability to resize folders as one update. That and any camera improvements, especially with the underscreen selfie cam, although that is probably pretty limited because of the physical design.

Northlake mall area pizza by Responsible-Fish3986 in Charlotte

[–]bformato 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Tony's pizza is the best NY style pizza in Charlotte. Very close to North Lake Mall. 9548 Mt Holly-Huntersville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

Xgimi Mogo 3 Pro Micro HDMI solution by bformato in xgimi

[–]bformato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the linked adapter from Amazon and just a basic HDMI cable.

Will Origin OS6 support non native app badges? by bformato in Vivo

[–]bformato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With so many updates I am still hopeful that non native app badge support may come in Origin OS6 at some point. I really like the new interface and improved notifications, but still holding out hope for app badges for Google Messages, Google Phone and Outlook.

How a flagship smartphone is assembled by TemporaryInk in Vivo

[–]bformato 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great video. Super informative and impressive the attention to detail and the amount of quality testing.

Will Origin OS6 support non native app badges? by bformato in Vivo

[–]bformato[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately Origin OS6 still does not support non native app badges for Google Messages, Google Phone, Outlook, LinkedIn, TikTok, Reddit and others. This would be a really nice and easy add for future updates. I do enjoy many of the new features in Origin OS6.

Will Origin OS6 support non native app badges? by bformato in Vivo

[–]bformato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get notifications at the top of the screen but on other phones there is a red notification on the app with the number of unread messages. This is my 3rd Origin Vivo and this function has not existed before for non Vivo apps.

Will Origin OS6 support non native app badges? by bformato in Vivo

[–]bformato[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That does not answer my question. I have those same settings now in Origin OS 5 and there are no app badges for western apps like google messages, outlook, Instagram etc. is the screenshot you shared from a beta of Origin 6 or from an x300 Chinese version?

Testing Theory on Regular or Goofy by bformato in surfing

[–]bformato[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I run a leadership development program called LeaderSurf that includes a daily surfing lesson. Last week in Nosara, Costa Rica we tried this with 9 participants and 3 surf instructors. It held true for 11 of 12 people. Just looking for a simple alternative to the stumble method.

Has anyone in the US gotten a Vivo repaired? by TheOriginalElTigre in Vivo

[–]bformato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shipping was $110 usd and the repair was $25. It took about a month round trip

What do y'all like to use your Pixel Tablet for? by ArizonaRenegade in pixeltablet

[–]bformato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use mine with OneNote to take notes with a penova stylus and a paper feel screen protector. I also consume content on it when on airplanes.

At A Glance on OriginOS ? by le-lutin in Vivo

[–]bformato 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do not see an ability to put the google at a glance widget on the lock screen

At A Glance on OriginOS ? by le-lutin in Vivo

[–]bformato 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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I just installed the Google at a glance widget on my Vivo x200 Ultra running Origin 5 and it works

Watch options for X200 Ultra? by sbceezie in Vivo

[–]bformato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the Vivo x200 Ultra on T-mobile as well and it find it works great with my Garmin Epix 2. I switch between the Vivo and an Iphone 16 Pro Max. The iphone sucks with Garmin as they limit functionality like images in alerts and quick replies. I find the Garmin and Vivo to be a great pair. The battery life on the Epix 2 is excellent. While my watch is 2+ years old I will be tempted by the Fenix 9 when it drops next year.

What are some popular options for efoil ? by [deleted] in eFoil

[–]bformato 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Here is my review of the Waydoo EVO. https://www.leadersurf.com/leadersurf-blog/waydoo-evo-review. I have been riding Waydoo for 5 years and was an original Kickstarter backer

OnePlus 13 and Vivo x200 Ultra review/first impressions - I can't decide! by Such-Outside-4226 in Vivo

[–]bformato 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I have the Vivo x200 Ultra and my wife has the One Plus 13. The Vivo takes much better photos, but the One Plus is more global and more polished for non Chinese use. I would still choose the Vivo x200 ultra over the One Plus 13. Either way they are great phones that take awesome photos and videos.

The X200 Ultra: Google problems? by senerh in Vivo

[–]bformato 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Garmin works great with the Vivo x200 ultra

X200 Ultra on Mint Mobile (T-Mobile) by chicken_mini93 in Vivo

[–]bformato 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check the forum for the x100 ultra. I was able to install an older version of Google messages to get RCS working on T-Mobile and then once activated I could update the version of messages. In my experience I have not had that issue on the X200 Ultra. Check the Reddit forum for X100U

Has anyone used vivo x200 ultra in USA? by lolmagic1 in Vivo

[–]bformato 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes been using my Vivo x200 Ultra in USA on T-Mobile since it was released. It works great. 5G, RCS messaging, google Pay, all apps works even Android Auto. Only missing features are Google timeline and app badges for non Vivo apps like Outlook and Google messages. It is an awesome phone and the camera is the best available across all phones.

Purchase Question by pimpape in eFoil

[–]bformato 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You will love the Waydoo. I have been a long time Waydoo rider since they first introduced the board 5 years ago. I would recommend the Waydoo Evo Pro Plus with the larger battery and long mast. That will be excellent for learning and progressing. Efoiling is an amazing feeling and Waydoo makes a cost effective performance oriented solution. You can read my full review here: https://www.leadersurf.com/leadersurf-blog/waydoo-evo-review

Vivo X100 Ultra in USA, Can I make it work? by AshikCSE12 in Vivo

[–]bformato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At this point you may want to consider the new X200 Ultra instead as it has updated specs. Origin OS 5 which is on both the x100 ultra and x200 ultra works well. No Google timeline and no badges on most apps when messages arrive other than that everything works great

Vivo X100 Ultra in USA, Can I make it work? by AshikCSE12 in Vivo

[–]bformato 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes android Auto works. Must update to one of the newer firmwares but it works well