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One Plus is the newer exclusion in the list of reducing number of new devices in the US which can run Custom ROMs. Right now, I only really know of the Pixel and the Nothing line of mobiles which can run Custom ROMs.

Americans, what are our options?

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[–] [email protected] 15 points 1 year ago (9 children)

Sony, pixel, xiaomi(not all though), nothing are good options

[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (7 children)

I didn't know newer Sony devices had custom ROMs. I'll check.

Xiaomi mobiles aren't available in the US

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (3 children)

Xiaomi mobiles aren’t available in the US

Maybe the OP could import one? Or are there sanctions even for importing?

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I bought a Xiaomi A3 about four years ago. I'm still using it now but my experience has been mixed.

Two years in, my carrier told me I had to switch phones because it didn't support a bunch of technology they now require. It in fact supported everything including all the correct GSM bands, but ATT was now operating on a whitelist to which my phone did not belong, and they would not produce an explanation as to why. I was able to switch to T-Mobile at a reduced rate, but I find the coverage leaves much to be desired by comparison.

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