Category: Xiaomi

Xiaomi Wants To Triple Its Stores In Europe

After making its mark in countries like India and Indonesia, Xiaomi is now looking towards expanding its presence in European smartphone markets. Huawei made a similar announcement, which said that the company will open its first offline store outside China. Xiaomi claims that its products are already taking the European markets by storm, and considering ongoing tensions between the Chinese manufacturer and the US, Europe seems like a safer bet for the company.

About Upcoming Offline Stores

Xiaomi’s Vice President, Wang Xiang made it clear that the company wants to increase the number of offline stores in Europe by three times. As of now, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has almost 50 stores in Europe, and it wants to take that number over 150. With budget-aggressive pricing across a large chunk of their smartphone range, Xiaomi thinks that it would be a wise decision to start selling directly to the customer via offline Xiaomi stores.

Reason For Expansion

Brand popularity is another factor that the company seems to be going for. Agreed, the brand is known for its affordability and competitive device specifications across products, but reportedly, the company wants to target high-end products at the same time. And expanding to a continent with a high GDP looks like a great idea for the brand. Furthermore, Europe is one of the best markets in the world when it’s about spending potential.

Recent Launches

Xiaomi’s last launch was the Mi 9 smartphone which was showcased at the MWC 2019. The device runs on the Snapdragon 855 and features triple rear cameras with a Sony IMX586 quad-sensor. With a lot of smartphone brands focusing on cameras, Xiaomi is trying to step up to the mark and deliver a similar experience. The handset also sports the world’s very first 20W wireless charging pad, which supports Quick Charge. Furthermore, the device sold out in 53 seconds during its first flash sale in China.

Also Read: Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Gaming Smartphone Leaks Online

All this clearly shows that Xiaomi is slowly, but steadily moving on to the big leagues. With imminent expansion on the line, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer may be on its way to unveil some big devices soon, but nothing is confirmed as of now.

February 27, 2019
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Gaming Smartphone Leaks Online

The competition in the smartphone gaming market is thicker than ever, and in the midst of all this, Xiaomi’s upcoming gaming handset, Black Shark 2 has leaked online. With companies like Razer and ASUS stepping into the ‘gaming smartphone’ market, top-of-the-line specifications are expected to be present in the Black Shark 2.

Design And Specifications

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As per the leaked image, the device resembles the design of the original Black Shark 1, which was released in the year 2018. The design also contains splashes of design from the Black Shark Helo. It has a dark coloured panel with green lines running vertically along the back and the Black Shark logo in the middle. The leaked image also shows a dual rear camera setup in the upper left corner of the device.

As mentioned previously, the Black Shark 2 is expected to run on the Snapdragon 855 chipset. Xiaomi recently introduced 27W fast charging in the Mi 9, which means that the new Black Shark 2 may support it as well. The smartphone will reportedly launch in two different variants, an 8GB RAM variant and a 12 GB RAM variant.

Expected Features And Accessories

The Black Shark 2 will supposedly have Game Turbo, a technology introduced in the Mi 9. The device provides the users with real-time information of the mobile processor, graphics and FPS (frames per second) when Game Turbo is on. The company claims that Game Turbo allocates hardware resources prudently for a seamless gaming experience.

In terms of accessories, dedicated gaming attachments may be launched alongside the Black Shark 2. For instance, the smartphone may have a Bluetooth gamepad and wireless gaming earphones to improve the gaming experience on the device. Also, to maintain competition with smartphones like the Razer Phone, Xiaomi may introduce Liquid Vapour Cooling in the Black Shark 2.

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As of now, no official statement has been released by Xiaomi regarding the availability or price of the Black Shark 2 gaming smartphone. There are speculations that the device may be launched in the first half of 2019, but nothing can be confirmed for sure.

February 27, 2019
Redmi Note 7 Pro Visits TENNA, Specifications Leaked
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi launched its first smartphone, the Redmi Note 7 in the month of January this year. Soon after its launch, the company confirmed that it will also launch a Pro variant of the smartphone. As the name suggests, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be a beefed-up version of the standard variant. A senior Redmi China official has confirmed that the anticipated smartphone will launch in the last week of February. Before its official announcement, the device was spotted on Chinese regulatory website, TENAA.

Redmi Note 7 Features and Layout

The supposed Redmi Note 7 has been listed as model number ‘M1901F7BE’ on TENAA which is similar to the Redmi Note 7’s model number. The device in the listing measures 159.21×75.21×8.1mm and weighs 186 grams. It sports a 6.3 inch display with a resolution of 2340x 1080 px. According to the listing, the unreleased Redmi Note 7 Pro runs on the latest Android 9.0 Pie which apparently will be skinned with MIUI. The smartphone will be offered in three storage variants which are as follows:
- 3 GB RAM + 32 GB ROM
- 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM
In addition to the internal memory, it also supports memory expansion upto 256 GB via microSD card. The supposed Redmi Note 7 packs an Octa-Core CPU which is clocked at 2.0 GHz. The clock speed of the aforementioned CPU is equivalent to the Snapdragon 675 which the smartphone was previously reported to have. The device has a total of three cameras out of which one is placed on the front and two on the rear. The front-facing camera uses a 13 MP sensor and the rear dual camera setup is comprised of a 48 MP sensor and an 8 MP sensor. Noteworthy, the 48 MP sensor on the Note 7 Pro is dissimilar to the 48 MP sensor the standard variant has. Redmi executive had previously confirmed that the 48 MP sensor on the Pro variant will be the Sony IMX 586 sensor which is used on high-end devices like the Honor View 20. The Redmi Note 7 Pro is powered by a 3,900 mAh battery which like its younger sibling is likely to support fast charging support.

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Interestingly, the listing reveals eight colour options of the smartphone which include Black, Red, Blue, Pink, White, Green, Purple and Gray. Though it is unlikely that Redmi will offer the smartphone in all these colour options. The TENAA listing also includes live images of the Redmi Note 7 Pro which exhibit that it resembles its younger sibling from all sides. The front of the smartphone has a waterdrop notch display that houses the selfie camera. The rear of the device is made out of a transparent panel with a gradient finish that houses the fingerprint sensor and dual camera setup. The placement of ports and switches on the upcoming device are also the same as the Redmi Note 7. Although specifications listed on TENAA are chiefly accurate, official specifications will only be confirmed once the company officially launches the handset. As mentioned previously the launch of the Redmi Note 7 is imminent and will take place in the last week of February.
February 27, 2019
Poco F1 Gets Widevine L1 Support For HD Streaming

Xiaomi launched the Poco F1 in India back in the month of August last year. The smartphone with a budget price and flagship specifications witnessed rave reviews globally. But soon after the launch, the controversy arose that the device lacked the support for Widevine L1 certificate; which is necessary to stream HD digital content on services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. According to a senior Xiaomi India executive, the Poco F1 has been granted Widevine L1 certification. The executive also states that an OTA update with the L1 certification is being rolled out for beta users. Besides, the upcoming general public MIUI update for the device will incorporate this certificate. Therefore, the users will soon be able to stream HD content on their devices after updating the latest update.

Poco F1: Widevine L1 Support

The Widevine L1 certification is granted by Widevine Technologies, which is owned by Google. It is an encryption system to distribute video content from streaming services to consumer devices. When it was discovered that the Poco F1 lacked the Widevine L1 certification; it became identified that the device was incapable of streaming video content higher than 540p resolution. Similarly, OnePlus’s yesteryear flagship, the OnePlus 5T was also plagued by the same problem which was sorrowfully never eradicated.

The Poco F1 has started receiving the update supporting the Widevine L1 certificate in the latest MIUI 10 9.2.25 Beta. It was earlier speculated that the devices lacking certain hardware components cannot be Widevine L1 certified. However, Xiaomi has demonstrated that the aforementioned problem can indeed be fixed via software modifications. In addition to the L1 certification, streaming services also need to whitelist devices to allow them to stream HD content. Streaming services including Amazon Prime Video and Hotstar have already updated their respective applications to allow Poco F1 to be able to stream HD content. However, Netflix is yet to roll an update that allows updated Poco F1 units to stream HD content on its platform.

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The update on the Xiaomi Poco F1 should arrive as a sigh of relief to existing users of the device. Unfortunately, the company has not provided any information on the stable release of the update; but it is expected to roll out as soon as the current software is out of Beta and has the bugs ironed out.

February 27, 2019
Redmi Note 7, Note 7 Pro Key Specs Leaked; India Launch On February 28
Xiaomi has been teasing what could be one of the most anticipated budget devices in India, the Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The Redmi Note 7 was the first device by the brand after it separated to become an independent brand. Xiaomi has since then, released teasers and has confirmed that the smartphone will be launched in India on February 28. Fresh reports suggest that the elder sibling, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will also make an appearance at the event.

Redmi Note 7

Redmi Note 7 will be the new budget offering by the Chinese manufacturer. The device is expected to have an identical design to its namesake launched in China in January. It will have a glass sandwich design with a polycarbonate frame. The smartphone will feature a 6.4 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. With an edge to edge display, it will have minimal bezels and a waterdrop notch up top. There is also a fingerprint sensor and an attractive gradient colour scheme on the back of the device.

The Redmi Note 7, unlike the one released in China, will reportedly run on the Snapdragon 636 SoC which is manufactured using a 14nm fabrication process. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and an Adreno 509 GPU. Interestingly, this processor has been present in the last year’s Redmi Note 5 Pro and the Redmi Note 6 Pro. The device will also differ in the optics department from its Chinese counterpart. The dual rear camera setup consists of a 12MP f/2.2 sensor and a 5MP f/2.4 depth sensor for portrait mode. For selfies, the smartphone will have a 13MP camera placed in the notch on the top of the display.

The Redmi Note 7 will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging. It will be available in Black, Blue and Red colour options in India. In terms of memory and storage, it will be available in two variants which are as follows:
- 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
Redmi Note 7 Pro

As the name suggests, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be an upgraded version of the Redmi Note 7, with significant improvements in the performance and optics department. Notably, this device will be the rebranded version of the Chinese Redmi Note 7. It will feature the same design as the device, complete with glass on the front and the back and a gradient pattern on the rear panel. It will have a 6.3 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The device will also feature a waterdrop notch on the front.

Like the Redmi Note 7 in China, the Indian version of the Note 7 Pro will run on the Snapdragon 660 SoC which is manufactured using a 14nm fabrication process. The chipset has an Octa-core CPU and an Adreno 512 GPU. In terms of the optics, the smartphone will feature a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 48MP f/1.8 Samsung ISOCELL GM-1 sensor combined with a 5MP f/2.4 depth sensor for portrait mode shots. Like the Indian version of the Redmi Note 7, the elder sibling will also have a 13MP selfie camera housed in the notch on the top of the display.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro, like the regular variant, will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with support for fast charging via the bottom mounted USB Type-C port. It will be available in Black, Gradient Blue and Gradient Red colour options in India. For memory and storage, the smartphone will be available in two variants:
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
- 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
Pricing & Availability

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The Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be launched in India on February 28 and are expected to go on sale soon afterwards. The reported prices of both devices are mentioned below:

Redmi Note 7 Redmi Note 7 Pro

3GB + 32GB Rs. 9,999 –

4GB + 64GB Rs. 11,999 Rs. 13,999

6GB + 128GB – Rs. 16,999
February 26, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 SE

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE is the ‘Lite’ version of the company’s flagship smartphone, the Mi 9. It is the first device in the world to run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 SoC. The smartphone offers premium design and triple cameras for the price of a mid-range device and offers features like an In-display fingerprint scanner, NFC and an IR Blaster.

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February 23, 2019
DxOMark Ranks Xiaomi Mi 9 As The Best Video Shooter, Samsung Galaxy S10+ Best For Selfies

A good camera is a prerequisite for premium smartphones these days. An average smartphone can be deemed as a good smartphone if the camera of the device performs up to the mark. Flagship smartphones such as Google Pixel 3 and the Apple iPhone XS hold the top spots when it’s about camera performance. However, with the release of newer devices which are challenging this niche at a much lower price, improvements in the camera become very necessary. Xiaomi Mi 9 and Samsung Galaxy S10+ are the latest smartphones to get their cameras examined by DxOMark, the pioneers in camera benchmarking.

Xiaomi Mi 9

Xiaomi released the Mi 9 in China on February 20, and it has been the talk of the town since its launch. With flagship-level specifications at almost half the price of premium smartphones, there are high expectations from the camera of the Mi 9. DxOMark tested out the camera of the smartphone, and fair enough, the Mi 9 didn’t disappoint.

The Xiaomi Mi 9 sports a triple rear camera setup. The device has a 48MP (f/1.75) Sony IMX586 primary sensor, combined with a 16MP (f/2.2) ultra wide sensor and a third 12MP (f/2.2) telephoto sensor. In terms of the front camera, the Mi 9 has a 20MP selfie shooter. DxOMark’s scores for the smartphone’s camera are as follows

As per DxOMark, Mi 9 is the best Xiaomi device they have tested to date. It almost secured the top spot in their smartphone camera ranking list. A score of 112 points clearly displayed the camera’s ability to take high-quality images. Also, the Mi 9’s camera scored 99 points when it was tested for video recording, which is the best video score so far.

Samsung Galaxy S10+

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ also passed the DxOMark test, and it did so by claiming the first rank next to the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro. The device was launched on February 21 and was given the title of “the best front camera performance for both still images and video” by DxOMark.

The device sports a triple rear camera setup which consists of a 12MP (f/1.5- f/2.4) primary sensor, 12MP (f/2.4) telephoto sensor and a third 16 MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide sensor. The smartphone also has a dual front camera module, which is a combination of a 10MP (f/1.9) sensor and an 8MP (f/2.2) sensor housed in the punch-hole display.

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According to DxOMark, The Galaxy S10+ performed really well while capturing skin tones and maintaining exposure at the same time. The portrait mode of the device also got very rave reviews. The handset showed off impressive stabilization and focus while recording videos. In terms of ranking, it surpasses Google Pixel 3 and the Galaxy Note 9, making it the highest ranked smartphone camera in their list.

February 22, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9

Xiaomi Mi 9 is the newest flagship from the Chinese brand. The smartphone features top tier specifications and has a glass sandwich design. It also has a triple rear camera setup and a waterdrop notch on the front. The device is targeted towards power users who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a smartphone.

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February 21, 2019
Xiaomi Launches The Mi 9 SE Alongside The Mi 9
Xiaomi at an event in China launched its flagship smartphone, the Mi 9 and the Mi 9 Explorer Edition. While the flagships were the stars of the show, the company also introduced a mid-range offering, the Mi 9 SE at the same event. The smartphone is the ‘lite’ version of the Mi 9 and also the first device in the world with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 SoC.

Mi 9 SE: Build & Features

The Mi 9 SE measures 147.5 x 70.5 x 7.45mm and weighs 155g. Like the Mi 9, the device also has a glass sandwich design with a gradient design on the back. For protection against scratches and drops, the display of the smartphone has Gorilla Glass 5. It sports a 5.97-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340×1080 px. The display has a pixel density of 432PPI and a screen to body ratio of 90.47%. The device has a fifth generation in-display fingerprint scanner and supports face unlock.

Like its elder sibling, the Mi 9 SE also features a triple rear camera setup which comprises of 48 MP, f/1.75 Sony IMX586 sensor combined with an 8MP, f/2.4 telephoto lens and a 13MP, f/2.4 wide-angle lens. The device has a 20MP selfie camera which is the same as the flagship Mi 9. It can also capture 4K video at 30fps from the rear camera setup while the front camera can record 1080p videos at 30fps. Under the hood, the smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 712 SoC which is manufactured using 10nm fabrication process. It consists of an Octa-core CPU combined with an Adreno 616 GPU.

The Mi 9 SE is powered a 3070mAh battery which supports 18W fast charging. The device also supports NFC and runs on the latest MIUI 10 on top of Android 9 Pie. In terms of memory and storage, the smartphone is available in two storage variants which are as follows:
- 6 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM
Mi 9 SE: Pricing & Availability

Xiaomi has launched the Mi 9 SE in three colour variants namely Lavender Violet, Ocean Blue, and Piano Black. The smartphone has been priced at CNY 1,999 (around Rs 21,000) for the base model and CNY 2,299 (around Rs 24,000) for the version with 128GB internal storage. Unfortunately, the company has not provided any information about its India launch.
February 20, 2019
Xiaomi Launches The Mi 9 In China
Xiaomi has launched its latest flagship, the Mi 9 in an event in Beijing, China. The smartphone offers top-tier specifications and has a glass sandwich design. The device is targeted towards power users who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a smartphone.

Build & Features

The Xiaomi Mi 9 measures 155 x 75 x 7.6 mm and weighs 173g. The device features an all-glass design on the front and the rear. For protection against scratches and drops, the display on the smartphone has Gorilla Glass 6. The back of the smartphone features a holographic gradient design and houses the triple rear cameras with the company’s branding. It sports a 6.39-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 px. The screen has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and a screen to body ratio of 90.7%. The device has an in-display fingerprint sensor and supports Face Unlock.

The Mi 9 has a triple rear camera setup which comprises of a 48 MP, f/1.75 Sony IMX586 sensor combined with a 16MP, f2.2 ultra-wide sensor and a 12MP, f/2.2 telephoto sensor. The device has a 20MP selfie camera which is housed in the waterdrop notch above the display. The device can shoot 2160p video at 30fps and is capable of shooting super slo-mo video at 960fps. Under the hood, the Mi 9 runs on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is manufactured using a 7nm architecture. It has an Octa-core CPU combined with an Adreno 640 GPU.

The smartphone has a 3300mAh battery with fast charging support up to 27W. Noteworthy, the latest Xiaomi flagship also supports wireless charging. In addition to the regular variant, the company has also announced its Explorer Edition variant which has a transparent back and higher RAM and ROM storage. Additionally, t at the event announced a special edition of the Mi 9. The Mi 9 will be available in following storage variants:
- 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM
- 12GB RAM and 256GB ROM (Mi 9 Explorer Edition)
Xiaomi has also launched a wireless charging power bank with a battery capacity of 10,000mAh at the event along with the Mi 9.

Price & Availablity

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The Xiaomi Mi 9 has been launched at a price of CNY 2,999 (around Rs 32,000) for the base model and CNY 3,299 (around Rs 35,000) for the version with 8GB of RAM. The Explorer Edition has been priced at CNY 3,999(around Rs 42,000). Unfortunately, the company has not provided any information about its India launch.
February 20, 2019
Xiaomi To Launch A Wireless Charger Power Bank Alongside The Mi 9

Xiaomi will launch its next flagship, the Mi 9 at an event on February 20 in China. The smartphone will be a successor to the Mi 8, the company’s flagship device of last year. The upcoming device is likely to see significant changes in terms of design and features over its predecessors. According to fresh reports, the Mi 9 won’t be the only new product Xiaomi will launch at the event. In addition to the flagship smartphone, the company is also to launch a power bank with wireless charging support.

History Of Wireless Charging

Wireless charging is a feature that allows devices to charge via electromagnetic induction. This allows the transfer of power without the hassles of cables and wires. Wireless charging has grown to become immensely popular in smartphones lately. The feature was first introduced with the Nokia Lumia 820 and 920 back in September 2012. Soon after that, OEM’s like LG and Samsung brought this feature to the mainstream market. In today’s day and age, the feature is more common and is generally observed in flagship smartphones. This feature can only be observed in smartphones that use glass, plastic or a ceramic back because metal does not allow electricity to pass via induction technology.

The smartphones that have this feature mostly use the Qi standard. The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) was established in 2008. The WPC established the Qi standard in 2010. Some modern smartphones that make use of the Qi standard to pack wireless charging include Samsung Galaxy S9 and Note 9, Apple iPhone XS, XS Max and XR, LG G7 ThinQ and V40 ThinQ and the Pixel 3.

Xiaomi Wireless Charger Power Bank

While not much is known about the wireless charger power bank, the reports say that only a version with 10,000 mAh capacity may launch at the event, with a 20,000 mAh one coming later. It will be the first power bank that supports wireless charging that Xiaomi has ever made. The launch of the charger may be an indication that the Mi 9 will support wireless charging. However, Xiaomi is not the first company to make a power bank with wireless charging support. Companies like Mophie and Haier have already released power banks capable of wireless charging.

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A differentiating factor in the Xiaomi Wireless charger power bank is expected to be fast, wireless charging. The device may also feature a USB Type-C port as an alternate way to charge.

February 16, 2019
Redmi Note 7 Pro Leaked With 18W Fast Charging Support
Redmi separated from its parent company Xiaomi in January to become an independent brand. It then went on to release the Redmi Note 7 the same month in China. At the launch of the device, it was hinted that the company will launch a slightly upgraded version of the smartphone soon. This smartphone was later reported to be the Redmi Note 7 Pro. Despite the leaks and the official confirmation from the company, no details about its launch date were revealed. Fresh leaks show that the Redmi Note 7 Pro has passed China’s Compulsory Certificate (3C).

The model number of the leak is similar to the one assigned to the Redmi Note 7. The slight variation in the model number suggests that the listing belongs to the Redmi Note 7 Pro. Previously, Xiaomi’s President Lin Bin posted a picture with the text ‘Pro’ on Chinese social networking site, Weibo. This affirms that the launch of the device is imminent.

Redmi Note 7 Pro

Other than the updated processor and the camera sensor, the Redmi Note 7 Pro will have the same features and design as the regular version of the device. This would imply a glass sandwich design with gradient colour scheme on the back. The display of the device will sport a 6.3-inch IPS panel with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. It has thin bezels around the display and a waterdrop style notch up top. Under the hood, the device will feature the Snapdragon 675 chipset which is comprised of an Octa-core CPU along with the Adreno 612 GPU. The handset will have many notable features brought over from the regular variant; like a massive 4000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support, MIUI 10 based on latest Android 9 Pie, a USB Type-C port, rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, 3.5mm headphone jack and an IR blaster present on the top of the device.

Despite having the same resolution, the main sensor on the Redmi Note 7 Pro will be different from the regular variant. It will use a 48MP Sony IMX598 sensor instead of the 48MP Samsung GM-1 sensor present on the Redmi Note 7. Interestingly, the Sony sensor is seen on flagship devices like the Honor View20 and the rumoured Xiaomi Mi 9. This sensor is expected to deliver a better image quality than the regular variant. Like the Redmi Note 7, the upcoming device also has a 13MP camera front-facing selfie camera. In terms of memory and storage, the smartphone is expected to be offered in the following variants:
1. 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
2. 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM
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The Redmi Note 7 Pro is expected to be unveiled in China in the last week of February. Unfortunately, details about the pricing of the device are currently unavailable. But it is expected to be priced around the CNY 1500 mark (around Rs. 15,700). The smartphone may arrive in India in the month March.
February 16, 2019
Redmi To Launch The Note 7 In India On February 28

Redmi has finally confirmed the launch date for the Redmi Note 7 in India. The phone will be launched on February 28. This news comes after Redmi India’s official Twitter account confirmed the news and the date of the launch. It has also started sending out media invites for the launch event. The company has also been teasing the launch of the phone for a while now on social media.

Redmi Note 7 was launched in January in China after Redmi separated from its parent company Xiaomi to become an independent brand. It is the first device by Redmi after it became independent. It is a budget device with a standout feature, it has a 48MP main camera.

Redmi Note 7 Specifications

The Redmi Note 7 is a budget device from Redmi. Featuring a 6.3-inch Full HD+ LTPS display with a waterdrop notch. It has Gorilla Glass 5 for protection against scratches. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset with an option of 3GB, 4GB or 6GB of RAM. Storage options also include a 32GB and 64GB variants. The device features a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The standout feature is the dual camera set up at the back featuring a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor with f/1.8 aperture. This is also paired with a 5MP depth sensor. At the front, there is a 13MP selfie camera embedded in the notch. This is all powered by a 4000mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 4 support. There is also a USB Type-C port on the device, which is rarely seen in a budget device.

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The Redmi Note 7 has been launched in China for the starting price of 999 yuan (Rs 10,500) for the variant with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. The model with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage sells for 1199 yuan (Rs 12,400)while one with 6GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage retails for 1399 yuan(Rs 14,500). There is also no confirmation on which variants Redmi will bring to the Indian market.

February 14, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Full Specs and Images Leak Before Launch

Xiaomi will launch its next flagship, the Mi 9 on February 20 in China. The phone will also be shown off at the Mobile World Congress 2019 in Barcelona on February 24. But even before its launch, the final images and specifications of Xiaomi’s latest and greatest has leaked online. This confirms the previous speculations about the device and also confirms what the device will look like.

The Mi 9 will be a successor to the Mi 8 launched last year. The Mi series by Xiaomi has always been about providing flagship level specifications at a mid-range price. This year too, the Mi 9 is expected to bring out some features that are mainly seen in expensive smartphones.

Xiaomi Mi 9 Specifications

The Mi 9 will be a flagship device, so it is naturally expected to be riddled with features and specs like it. The Mi 9 will reportedly feature a 6.4 inch AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch. It will be protected by Gorilla Glass 5. It will be run on the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC and will have 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There may be a variant with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage in the works. The Mi 9 will have a fingerprint sensor embedded in the display.

The optics will be taken care of by three sensors at the back. These will include a 48MP, one 12MP and also a Time Of Flight(TOF) sensor. The selfie camera will be a 25MP sensor. It will feature NFC and will support 27W fast charging and Quick Charging 4+ by making use of the Type-C port provided. The device will have the latest version of Android Pie with MIUI 10 on top. It will all be powered by a 3500mAh Battery. According to reports, there is also a version with 5G support that may be announced at the event.

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The Xiaomi Mi 9 will be launched on February 20 in China. The pricing and availablity in India isn’t known yet, but early estimates suggest that the Mi 9 could start around CNY 2,999. This would mean that the device may cost around Rs. 30,000 if it ever arrives in India.

February 14, 2019
Xiaomi Launches The Mi Home Security Camera In India

Xiaomi has launched the Mi Home Security Camera Basic in India after teasing it on social media for a long time. Xiaomi plans on expanding its home security portfolio. The security camera offers a plethora of features and will be available on sale starting tomorrow on Xiaomi India’s website. It is priced at Rs 2299 but will be on a discount for a limited time.

Mi Home Camera Basic

The Mi Home Security Camera Basic has a 130-degree lens which is capable of recording in 1080p. The maximum frame rate captured by the device is 20fps. The camera is capable of sensing motion through Artificial Intelligence(AI). It is also capable of capturing images and videos in the dark by using 10 940nm infrared dimming lamps. When paired with its app, the security camera offers a talkback feature with voice calls with full duplex voice call design. The camera’s app also has features like picture-in-picture mode for easier multitasking on the phone.

It also lets users pair multiple cameras and view all of them in one screen with a multiple view feature. This functionality will be supported on some mainstream phones running on iOS and Android. Other features include secure local storage via microSD cards, and cloud NAS storage as well. As far as specifications go, the Mi Home Security Camera Basic has a 5V-1A power input, a microSD card support up to 64GB (above class 10), and a Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz support.

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This is the second security camera Xiaomi has launched in the country. Last year, Xiaomi launched the Mi Home Security Camera 360 which had a 360-degree lens. The Mi Home Security Camera Basic will be available starting February 14 in white color on Xiaomi India’s official website for a price of Rs 1,999 for a limited time.

February 14, 2019