Category: Xiaomi

Xiaomi POCO F1 Lite Spotted On Geekbench With 4GB Of RAM

Xiaomi launched the POCO F1 in the month of August last year. The budget flagship smartphone was well received because of its top of the line specifications and an affordable price. Fresh leaks have revealed that the company may be planning to launch a specced down version of the device. Geekbench listing of an unreleased smartphone, the Xiaomi POCO F1 Lite has leaked which confirms most of its specifications.

Hmm I'm not aware of a Lite…
— Alvin T (@atytse) March 15, 2019

Even though the Head of Pocophone Global, Alvin Tse replied to iGyaan’s tweet saying that he is not aware of a Lite version, evidence suggests otherwise, as the Geekbench listing explicitly lists the name of the device as the POCO F1 Lite.

Xiaomi POCO F1 Lite

The POCO F1 Lite will be the next smartphone from the sub-brand of Xiaomi. While the specifications of the device have been leaked, there is no information about its physical appearance. However, it is expected to feature a similar design language to its elder sibling, which has a polycarbonate body and a wide notch on top of the display. The listing reveals that the smartphone will have a Snapdragon 660 SoC which is manufactured using 14nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 512 GPU. Interestingly, the same processor can be found on the company’s newly launched Redmi Note 7. The POCO F1 Lite has been mentioned to have 4GB of RAM, but there may be a variant with a higher RAM capacity as well.

The listing claims the CPU of the POCO F1 Lite has a clock speed of 1.61GHz which is lower than the Redmi Note 7’s base clock speed of 1.8GHz. Therefore, the underclocked speed is assumed to result in lower performance than the latter. Also, Xiaomi can tune the clock speed of the Poco F1 Lite before its official launch. This smartphone registers a single core score of 1619 and a multi-core score of 5138 on the same platform.

Notably, another smartphone from Xiaomi has also been leaked on Geekbench. Codenamed the Xiaomi Uranus, it features similar specifications to the leaked POCO F1 Lite. It may be possible that this is the same device which will be released under a different name in certain markets across the world.

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The pricing and availability of the POCO F1 Lite are not known yet, but the Geekbench listing suggests its launch is imminent. Xiaomi is known to price its smartphones aggressively, so the smartphone may be priced under Rs. 10,000 in India.

March 15, 2019
Budget Oriented Redmi Go To Launch In India On March 19
Xiaomi has sent out invites for the launch of its next budget oriented smartphone, the Redmi Go. The device will launch on the 19th of March and will be the first Android Go smartphone from the company. The smartphones under the Android Go initiative generally have low-end hardware and a skimmed down variant of the Android operating system which provides an optimised performance. As the device has previously been unveiled in the Philipinne all of its specifications are well known.

Xiaomi Redmi Go

The Redmi Go will have a similar design language to the Redmi 5A which was launched back in the year 2017. The Redmi Go has a polycarbonate body with significant bezels on the front. It measures 40.4 x 70.1 x 8.35mm and weighs 137g. It has a 5 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280 x 720. The display has a pixel density of 296 ppi and a maximum brightness of 380 nits. For biometrics and security, the Redmi Go relies on Face Unlock technology as it lacks a physical fingerprint scanner. In addition to facial unlocking, it also supports the traditional on-screen locking options.

Under the hood, the Redmi Go packs the Snapdragon 425 SoC which is manufactured using the 28nm fabrication process. The chipset has a Quad-core CPU and Adreno 308 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has an 8MP primary camera at the back with an aperture of f/2.0. For selfies, there is a 5MP camera with an f/2.2 aperture on the front. For memory and storage, the Redmi Go will be available in the following variants.
- 1GB RAM and 8GB ROM
- 1GB RAM and 16GB ROM
The Redmi Go is powered by a 3000mAh battery with support for 5W charging. The smartphone ships with Android 8.1 Oreo Go edition out of the box. There is a Hybrid SIM card slot on the device with support for microSD expansion of up to 256GB as well.

Pricing & Availability

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The Xiaomi Redmi Go will be launched in India on March 19. Unfortunately, there is no information about the price of the device as of now. However, it is expected to be priced at Rs 3,499 for the base variant and 3,999 for the version with 1GB RAM and 16GB internal storage.
March 15, 2019
Redmi 7

Redmi 7 is the latest budget smartphone from the Chinese electronics maker Redmi. The device features a modern design with a waterdrop notch and an attractive colourful back. It also features some great specifications for an affordable price tag and will compete against the likes of Realme 3 in the Indian market.

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March 13, 2019
Redmi Note 7 Pro To Go On Sale For The First Time In India Today

The Redmi Note 7 Pro is all set to go on sale in India for the first time today. The smartphone was launched alongside the Redmi Note 7 on February 28. It is the first phone that Redmi has launched in India after separating from its parent company Xiaomi. The device features a modern design and ambitious specifications with a lucrative price tag.

Redmi Note 7 Pro: Where To Buy?

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro will be available at a price of Rs 13,999 for the version with 4GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. The variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage has been priced at Rs 16,999. The smartphone will be available to order via flash sales on Flipkart and Mi.com from 12 noon on March 13. It will also be available offline from Mi Home outlets starting today.

Redmi Note 7 Pro: Specifications & Features

To recall, the Redmi Note 7 Pro is a budget offering from the company and features a modern design with Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and the rear. The smartphone has a 6.3 inch LCD display with a small waterdrop notch up top. The display panel has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with a resolution 2340 x 1080 px and pixel density of 409 ppi. There is a fingerprint scanner on the back of the device and it also supports face unlock technology.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro runs on the 11nm Snapdragon 675 chipset. It consists of the Kryo 460 CPU with two Cortex A76 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex A55 cores clocked at 1.7GHz. The CPU is paired with the Adreno 612 GPU. The smartphone is available in two variants, a 4GB+64GB variant and a 6GB+128GB model. It also has the Qualcomm Spectra 250L ISP (Image Signal Processor) for improving camera performance. The Redmi Note 7 Pro has Android 9 (Pie) out of the box, with Xiaomi’s own MIUI 10 on top. Reputably, the device also supports memory expansion up too 256 GB via a microSD card.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro features a dual camera module on the back of the smartphone, which comprises of a primary 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor and a secondary 5 MP depth sensor. Noteworthy, the Sony IMX586 sensor is found in higher-end devices like the Honor View 20. The camera also supports 4K recording at 30 fps. In terms of the front camera, it has a 13 MP front facing camera with AI integration.

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which supports 18W Quick Charge 4.0, although the device ships with a 10W charger in the box. As mentioned before, the device has an IR blaster, similar to the one seen in previous iterations of the smartphone. Biometric security is limited to a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is available in three colour options, Neptune Blue, Nebula Red and Space Black.

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March 13, 2019
Redmi 7 To Launch In China On March 18
Earlier this year, Redmi separated from its parent company Xiaomi as an independent brand. The company launched its first smartphone the Redmi Note 7 in China in the month of January. On the 28th of February, Redmi launched the Redmi Note 7 and its beefed-up sibling the Redmi Note 7 Pro in India which made its global debut. The company has announced that the latter will launch in China on March 18. Fresh reports claim that it won’t be the only device to be launched then, as the Redmi 7 is also presumed to make its debut at the event.

Redmi 7 Specifications

The Redmi 7 will succeed the Redmi 6 as a budget smartphone from the company. A few days ago, specifications of the device were leaked online. According to the leaks, it will have an all-new design with a polycarbonate frame and a colourful gradient back. The display will be a 6.2 inch IPS LCD panel with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. There will be a waterdrop notch on the top with minimal bezels on all sides of the display. The smartphone has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology.

According to leaks, the Redmi 7 will run on the Snapdragon 632 SoC which is manufactured using 14 nm fabrication process. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 506 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone will feature dual rear cameras which consist of a 12MP sensor combined with a 2MP depth sensor for enhanced portrait shots. For selfies, the smartphone has an 8MP camera housed in the notch on the top of the display.

The Redmi 7 will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging. It will run on the latest MIUI 10 which is built on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. The company has confirmed on the Chinese social networking website Weibo that the handset will also have an infrared blaster and a 3.5mm headphone jack. In terms of memory and storage, the smartphone will be available in the following variants:
- 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
In addition to the inbuilt storage, it will also support memory expansion via a microSD card. Although not yet confirmed, it is likely to support cards of up to 256 GB.

Price & Availability

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The Redmi 7 will launch alongside the Redmi Note 7 Pro in China on March 18. It is also expected to soon make its way into the Indian markets. Unfortunately, the company has not revealed the price of the device but reports claim it will be available starting CNY 700 (Rs. 7,200) for the variant with 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage; the version with 3GB RAM and 32GB of onboard memory will cost CNY 800 (Rs. 8,300); and the version with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage will be priced at CNY 900 (Rs. 9,300). Pleasingly, we won’t have to wait for long as the launch of the device is imminent.
March 11, 2019
Xiaomi’s Foldable Phone Will Launch Q2 For Half Price Of The Galaxy Fold

Foldable phones are all the rage in 2019. And even before Samsung could show off their first foldable phone, the Galaxy Fold, many devices were teased and one was even on display at the CES 2019.

Xiaomi was one such company that released a video showcasing their version of the foldable phone. Xiaomi not only showed off a working prototype of the device but also showed that the phone worked well and was relatively easy to use and fold up.

The Samsung Galaxy Fold became the first device to be launched by the electronics giant, and with that, the company officially opened the market to potential competition. Samsung’s foldable phone was soon followed by Huawei Mate X which also showed a new falcon wing design and a more premium price bracket. Samsung wants to retail the Galaxy Fold for US$ 1980 while Huawei Mate X was launched for US$ 2600.

Investors in Xiaomi’s supply chain reveal that the Chinese electronics company will launch their foldable phone as soon as the end of April or early June. Xiaomi will hold a separate event in China which will be a global launch of the product followed by several localised launches in its important markets.

Our source also reveals that Xiaomi plans to sell the Foldable device at a US$ 999 price mark. Which will make it the cheapest foldable smartphone. Xiaomi will also bring the phone to Europe for €999 and to India for Rs.74999.

If Xiaomi manages to launch the Foldable Mi device at such an aggressive price it will surely be able to gather some attention for the product.

Part of the reason Xiaomi will manage this low pricing is the display. While Samsung and Huawei are using higher quality OLED panels manufactured by Samsung and BOE display. Xiaomi will use Visionox Technology OLED displays. Visionox has developed the foldable displays as per Xiaomi’s requirements. Xiaomi has also funded development and manufacturing resource infrastructure costs for Visionox Technology to be able to develop this display. The company recently filed a patent for the foldable display.

If Xiaomi manages to launch the Mi Fold / Flex at the above price, it will surely generate enough excitement to warrant sales for the phone. The smartphone will continue to have flagship specifications including the Snapdragon 855 chipset and 8GB to 10GB of RAM.

March 9, 2019
Black Shark 2 Gaming Phone To Launch On March 18
Xiaomi launched the gaming-centric Black Shark brand last year in a bid to capture the ever-growing market of smartphone gaming. For the delight of Indian consumers, the company has started its operations in the country and will soon launch its first device. All this while, it was also set to reveal the next flagship smartphone that would succeed last year’s Black Shark and Black Shark Helo. Xiaomi has confirmed that the Black Shark 2 will be launched on March 18 in an event in Beijing, China.

Black Shark 2 Specifications

The Black Shark 2 was referenced as Black Shark Skywalker in a leaked Antutu listing. The listing also confirmed the key specifications of the device. It will feature a similar design to its predecessor, meaning a dark grey coloured panel with green lines running vertically along the back and the Black Shark logo in the middle. The smartphone is expected to have a 6.3-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The leaked Antutu listing revealed a whopping score of 359,973 points. This score places it in the second place, below the company’s own flagship Mi 9 which has a score of 371,849 points.

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (Skywalker) visits Antutu with Snapdragon 855 & 8/128.#Xiaomi #BlackShark2 pic.twitter.com/Qq6TRvy2j2
— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) March 8, 2019

To achieve the high score on Antutu, the Black Shark 2 will pack top tier specs. Under the hood, it will run on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using 7nm fabrication process. The chipset consists of an octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. The company previously confirmed that the device will feature a new form of cooling technology called Liquid Cool 3.0 to keep its temperature under check while running intensive applications. For memory and storage, the smartphone will be available in the following variants:
- 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM
The Black Shark 2 is expected to be powered by a 4000mAh battery like its predecessor and is confirmed by the company to support 27W fast charging. It will also be bundled with accessories for gaming which will launch alongside the smartphone.

Price & Availability

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The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 will launch on March 18 and is expected to go on sale soon after in markets like Europe and China. As the company has now started operations in India, the device may be launched in the country a few months after its China launch.

Unfortunately, the price of the device isn’t known yet, but it is expected to be priced around Rs 40,000 in India.
March 8, 2019
Redmi Note 7 To Go On Sale For The First Time In India

The Redmi Note 7 is all set to go on sale in India for the first time today. The smartphone was launched alongside the Redmi Note 7 Pro on February 28. It is the first phone that Redmi has launched in India after separating from its parent company Xiaomi. The device features a modern design and ambitious specifications with a lucrative price tag.

Redmi Note 7: Where To Buy?

The Redmi Note 7 will be available at a price of Rs 9,999 for the version with 3GB RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. The variant with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage has been priced at Rs 11,999. The smartphone will be available to order via flash sales on Flipkart and Mi.com from 12 noon on March 6. It will also be available offline from Mi Home outlets starting today. Reputably, the device also supports memory expansion upto 256 GB via a microSD card.

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Redmi Note 7: Specifications & Features

To recall, the Redmi Note 7 is a budget offering from the company and features a modern design with Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and the rear. The smartphone has a 6.3 inch LCD display with a small waterdrop notch up top. The display panel has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with a resolution 2340 x 1080 px and pixel density of 409 ppi. There is a fingerprint scanner on the back of the device and it also supports face unlock technology.

Under the hood, the Redmi Note 7 runs on the Snapdragon 660 SoC which consists of Adreno 512 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. Out of the eight CPU cores, four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 1.8 GHz for better battery efficiency and four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 2.2 GHz for maximum performance. For optics, the smartphone has a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 12MP main sensor with an aperture of f/2.2 and a secondary 2MP depth sensor. The front camera on the device has a 13MP sensor which is housed in the notch on top of the display.

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The Redmi Note 7 is powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 4. It allows the device to charge with a maximum input of 18W via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. Connectivity options on the device include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and FM Radio. It also has a whole host of sensors which include an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and a compass.

Click here to buy the 3GB + 32 GB Variant Of Redmi Note 7

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March 6, 2019
Full Specifications Of The Xiaomi Redmi 7 Leak
Earlier this week, Xiaomi’s sub-brand, Redmi launched two new admirable smartphones, the Note 7 and Note 7 Pro in India. A listing on Chinese regulatory website, TENAA has revealed the specifications of the unreleased Redmi 7 which is supposed to launch soon. The smartphone will succeed the Redmi 6 which was launched last year. Going by the placing of its predecessor in companies portfolio, it will be a sub 10k smartphone will

Redmi 7 Specifications

According to the TENAA listing, the Redmi 7 measure 158.65×76.43×8.47 mm and weighs in at 180 grams. The smartphone sports a 6.26 inch display that has a resolution of 1520 x 720 px. The device has a total of three cameras out of which two are placed on the rear while the third one is placed on the front. The dual camera setup at the rear is comprised of a 12 MP main sensor and an additional 8 MP sensor. The front facing camera of the smartphone uses an 8 MP sensor which is presumed to be housed in a waterdrop notch on the front of the display.

The Redmi 7 is kitted with an Octa-Core CPU which is clocked at 1.8 GHz. Although the TENAA listing does not specify the precise chipset detail, going by the clock speed of the CPU, it is likely to be the Snapdragon 632 or Snapdragon 636. The smartphone is powered by a 3,900 mAh and runs on the latest Android 9.0 OS which will be skinned with MIUI. Connectivity options on the Redmi 7 include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G VoLTE, Infrared and USB port. As of now, it is unclear whether the device will have a Micro USB port or a USB Type-C port. It also has a variety of sensors which include Gravity sensor, light sensor, distance sensor and a fingerprint sensor.

According to the listing, the device will be available in three storage variants which are as follows:
- 2 GB RAM + 16 GB ROM
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM
Except for the internal storage, it also supports memory expansion via a microSD card. The listing states two different memory expansion capacities, 256 GB and 512 GB. Although previously unheard from Redmi, the base variant might support only 256 GB of memory expansion. The TENAA listing does not provide any insight about the design and layout of the smartphone and it will be publicised once the device is officially announced.

Redmi 7 Price and Launch Date

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Going by both the specifications and price of its predecessor, the Redmi 7 is assumed to be a sub 8k smartphone in India. Its launch date is currently unavailable but the company is expected to soon announce it.
March 5, 2019
Redmi Note 7

Redmi Note 7 is the latest device in the company’s portfolio. The smartphone is the successor of the Redmi Note 5 which was launched early last year. The smartphone boasts of improved performance, design and optics over its predecessor. The device has a modern design with a waterdrop notch and a glass sandwich design.

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March 1, 2019
Redmi Note 7 Pro

Redmi Note 7 Pro is the latest entrant in the company’s ever-popular Redmi Note series. It is the successor to last year’s Redmi Note 6 Pro and brings about many improvements in terms of performance and optics. The smartphone features a whopping 48MP rear camera sensor. The Redmi Note 7 Pro also has an all-new design for the series with a waterdrop notch and a gradient glass back.

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March 1, 2019
Xiaomi Launches 32 Inch Mi LED TV 4A Pro In India

Xiaomi launched its new 32 inch smart LED TV in India, which is the Mi LED TV 4A Pro. It was announced at the Redmi Note 7 launch event held in New Delhi on February 28. Xiaomi claims that it is India’s smartest Android TV so far, and that it brings exciting features to the table. The company also launched the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro and the Mi Bluetooth Wireless Earphones at the event.

Features

The Mi LED TV sports an Ultra-bright HD ready display, which promises vivid colours and enhanced brightness. The display is paired with 20W (10W x 2) stereo speakers with dts-HD support, which deliver a powerful sound experience. The LED TV has thin bezels giving it an elegant appearance. It also has inbuilt PatchWall to personalize content by curating shows and movies for the user.

Xiaomi claims that the Mi LED TV 4A has more than 7,00,000+ hours of content available. All this content is available across streaming services like Hotstar, Voot, TVF and Sony LIV, which are preloaded on the Mi LED TV. It also features inbuilt Play Store Chromecast and the Google Voice Assistant for hands free operation. The TV runs on PatchWall and Android TV OS.

The Smart TV has a powerful 64-bit Quad Core processor to minimize system lag. Furthermore, Mi LED TV has 1GB RAM and 8GB of inbuilt storage. Multiple connectivity options such as HDMI, USB 2.0, AV and a 3.5 mm audio jack are available on the television. Wireless connectivity support includes Bluetooth v4.2 and Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz).

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The MI LED TV 4A Pro 32 is priced at Rs. 12,999 and will be available for purchase from March 7, 12 pm onwards via the Mi Online Store.

February 28, 2019
Xiaomi Launches Mi Wireless Earphones In India

Xiaomi took the Indian smartphone market by storm today when it launched the feature-laden Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro at highly aggressive prices. In addition to the praiseworthy smartphones, the company has also launched two more products, Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones and Mi LED TV 4A Pro.

Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Design

Xiaomi has released some quality earphones in the past, including the Mi Earphones and Mi Earphones Basic. The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are the first ever wireless earphones that the company has launched in India. They sport a minimalistic design along with a ton of other features. Weighing in at 13.6 grams, the earphones are light and should be easy to carry around. They have a sleek reflective finish and the company claims to use reverse spray technology to make the earphones stand out. The earphones also sport an adjustable ear hook which can be rotated at a 360 degree angle as per user comfort.

Connectivity And Features

Regarding connectivity, the Mi Sports Earphones has Bluetooth v4.1 integration that offers a range of upto 10 meters. The earphones feature copper wired speakers and PET (poly(ethylene terephthalate)) diaphragm for higher quality audio and low distortion. Users can use the 3-button setup present on the earphones to carry out a number of actions. For instance, users can adjust the volume, skip tracks, play/pause songs, answer/reject calls and enable three way calling using the multifunctional control remote. Present on the same module is the MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) silicone microphone which helps improve the sound clarity for calls.

Battery And Protection

In terms of battery, the Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones Basic can endure up to 9 hours of continuous usage before the 120 mAh battery runs out of juice. Apart from this, the earphones also have a standby time of 260 hours. The earphones can be charged via the microUSB 2.0 cable that is included in the package along with extra silicone buds for different ear sizes. Furthermore, the earphones are IPX4 sweat and splash proof to safeguard them against rain and accidental liquid splashes.

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The Mi Sports Bluetooth Earphones are available in two colour options, Black and White. They are currently available for pre-order at a discounted price of Rs 1,499 from Mi.com. The deliveries of pre-ordered units will commence on the 20th of March.

February 28, 2019
Redmi Note 7 Pro Launched In India

Xiaomi released the highly-anticipated Redmi Note 7 Pro in India at their launch event in Delhi on February 28. The smartphone was launched alongside the Redmi Note 7 and aims to target mid-range smartphones with its aggressive pricing and competitive specifications. It is interesting to see that India was the first country in the world to witness the launch of this device.

Design And Display

The Redmi Note 7 Pro sports the Aura Design, which features 1.95 mm thin bezels and a 2.5D curved glass design. The glossy curved frame houses the 6.3 inch LTPS FHD+, dot notch display. The screen has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 with a 1500:1 contrast ratio. The device has Sunlight display for better outdoor viewing and a Reading mode to improve readability on the smartphone. The smartphone is protected on both sides by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The Redmi note 7 Pro is the first Note device from Xiaomi to house a USB Type-C connector, which is placed on the bottom of the handset (right next to the speakers). It also retains the 3.5 mm audio jack and the IR blaster, both of which are present at the top of the phone.

Specifications

The Redmi Note 7 Pro runs on the 11nm Snapdragon 675 chipset. It consists of the Kryo 460 CPU with two Cortex A76 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz and 6 Cortex A55 cores clocked at 1.7GHz. The CPU is paired with the Adreno 612 GPU. The smartphone is available in two variants, a 4GB+64GB variant and a 6GB+128GB model. It also has the Qualcomm Spectra 250L ISP (Image Signal Processor) for improving camera performance. The Redmi Note 7 Pro has Android 9 (Pie) out of the box, with Xiaomi’s own MIUI 10 on top.

Camera And Features

The smartphone features a dual camera module on the back of the smartphone, which comprises of a primary 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor and a secondary 5 MP depth sensor. Noteworthy, the Sony IMX586 sensor is found in higher end devices like the Honor View 20. The camera also supports 4K recording at 30 fps. In terms of the front camera, it has a 13 MP front facing camera with AI integration.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which supports 18W Quick Charge 4.0, although the device ships with a 10W charger in the box. As mentioned before, the device has an IR blaster, similar to the one seen in previous iterations of the smartphone. Biometric security is limited to a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is available in three colour options, Neptune Blue, Nebula Red and Space Black.

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro will be sold at a highly competitive price of Rs. 13,999 for the 4GB+64GB model, and Rs. 16,999 for the 6GB+128GB variant. The device will be retailed via Flipkart, the company’s official website and Mi home stores across the country, and will go live for sale on March 13.

February 28, 2019
Xiaomi Launches Redmi Note 7 In India
In an event held in New Delhi, Xiaomi India has launched four products in the country which include two smartphones, an LED Television and a pair of wireless water-resistant earphones. Certainly, the showstoppers of the event were the Note 7 and Note 7 Pro. The Redmi Note 7 was first launched in China in the month of January and surprisingly the Redmi Note 7 Pro has made its global debut in India.

Redmi Note 7 Layout and Specifications

On the front of the Redmi Note 7, sits a 6.3 inch LCD display with a small waterdrop notch up top. The display panel has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio with a resolution 2340 x 1080 px and pixel density of 409 ppi. For protection against scratches, it also has Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The top, left and right side bezels around the display are negligible while the bottom bezel is comparatively thicker.

The right side of the Redmi Note 7 is occupied by the power button and volume rockers while the left side accommodates the Dual-Sim slot. The USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer is present on the bottom of the device which is flanked by loudspeaker and microphone grille. The top side of the Redmi Note 7 harbours a 3.5 mm audio jack and an IR Blaster.

The rear gradient panel of the smartphone is made out of Corning Gorilla Glass 5 which houses the fingerprint sensor, Redmi branding and dual camera setup. The smartphone is available in three colour options which are as follows:
- Sapphire Blue
- Ruby Red
- Onyx Black
The dual rear camera setup of the Redmi Note 7 is comprised of a 12 MP sensor and a 2 MP secondary sensor. The front facing selfie camera of the device uses a 13 MP sensor which is housed in the waterdrop notch above the device. Noteworthy, the smartphone has P2i hydrophobic nano coating which will allow the device to sustain accidental liquid splashes.

The Redmi Note 7 is kitted with the Snapdragon 660 SoC which consists of Adreno 512 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. Out of the eight CPU cores, four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 1.8 GHz for better battery efficiency and four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 2.2 GHz for maximum performance.

The Redmi Note 7 is powered by a large 4,000 mAh battery which supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0. The Quick Charge 4.0 support allows the handset to be charged with 18 watts of maximum power. Connectivity options on the device include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and FM Radio. It also has a whole host of sensors which include an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and a compass.

Redmi Note 7 Price and Availability

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The Redmi Note 7 will be available for purchase from 6th March 2019 on Flipkart.com, Mi.com and Mi Home stores across the country. It is available in two storage options for which the price is as follows:
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM- Rs 9,999
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM- Rs 11,999
In addition to the inbuilt storage, it also supports memory expansion upto 256 GB via a microSD card. Also, the company is offering 1120 GB of free data to Airtel telecom users.
February 28, 2019