Xiaomi has launched the Poco F1 Rosso Red edition. The Poco F1 is available in three variants and four different colour options which are Black, Blue, Red and an Armoured edition for the top variant. The Poco F1 starts at Rs 20,999 and at this price, offers some killer features.
However, we did notice the screen bleeding issue in our video and in our use of the device as well. Additionally the Poco F1 lacks the Widevine L1 which means that it does not support HD playback on Netflix or Amazon Prime. But, if you are ready to overlook these issues, the device is a steal at this price and the Poco F1 Rosso Red only adds to its appeal.
The Poco F1 has a 6.18 inch FHD+ display. It has a resolution of 2246 x 1080px and a pixel density of 402 ppi. The highlight of the device is the fact that it runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC. This chipset is used by most flagship devices. Additionally, the processor is liquid cooled offering better performance. The Poco F1 has a 4,000 mAh battery and Quick Charge 3.0 support. It sports a 12 MP + 5 MP dual rear camera and a 20 MP front camera. The device also has IR Face Unlock and a rear fingerprint sensor.
The Poco F1 is available in three RAM and storage versions. It has 6 GB + 64 GB, 6 GB + 128 GB and 8 GB + 256 GB variants.
Xiaomi has started manufacturing its Mi LED TVs in India. The smartphone giant inaugurated its first TV manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh today. It will do so in partnership with Dixon Technologies. The campus is located in Tirupati and spread over an area of 32 acres.
The factory is set to employ more than 850 people and will have a production capacity of 100,000 Mi LED TVs per month by Q1 of 2019. The manufacturing plant will start local assembly of the Mi LED 4A Smart TV 32 inch and 43 inch variants for now. Xiaomi, might start the assembly of other models soon. The move is further cemented by a recent report by IDC which said that Xiaomi is now the number 1 Smart TV brand in India. The company has seen a major jump in its sales from Q1 to Q2 of 2018. Xiaomi has also set up 650 service centres across India for its Smart TVs.
Recently, Xiaomi launched a series of new LED Smart TVs, including a 4K variant. The smart TVs run on Android Oreo out of the box. They feature Google Play Store, Youtube and other Google Apps. The devices also have Chromecast built-in and Google Home support. Also featuring on the devices is an advanced voice search which lets you search for content on both online and offline channels. The devices will also receive Amazon Alexa support in sometime.
The new TVs are available in 32 inch, 49 inch and 44 inch sizes and start at Rs 14,999.Click here for more information about the TVs.
Xiaomi leads the country in terms of Smartphone sales, fitness wearable sales, power bank sales and now, Smart TV sales. From what stared as an entirely online brand, Xiaomi has grown rapidly and now aims to open 100 Mi Home stores in India by the end of this year.
Xiaomi has launched their new Mi Compact 2 Bluetooth Speaker in India. The speaker is very compact in size and Xiaomi promises the speaker can deliver powerful audio. It measures 32 mm X 50 mm in size and weighs 54 grams. The small size of the devices makes it easy to carry. Above all the speaker of the device uses neodymium magnets. Neodymium magnets are super strong and help in creating a powerful speaker that also has crystal clear audio output.
Features & Design:
The Mi Compact 2 Bluetooth speaker has a built in mic for hands free calling and the user can pick up the calls directly from the speaker by pushing the power button. The device has Bluetooth 4.2 technology. The user can easily connect the speaker with smartphones or computers with bluetooth functionality. Xiaomi claims the device has a battery backup of 6 hours at 80% volume.
Talking about the design, the device has a Parametric mesh design. The mesh is scientifically designed the gives the device a good look and still allows the audio to pass virtually unaffected. Overall the design is very compact and will easily fit in the palm of your hand. Also the device has a lanyard which will make carrying the device even easier.
Physical Button & Controls:
The Mi Compact 2 only has one physical button and users can use it in various combinations to control different settings. To power on/off the device simply hold the power button for 2 seconds. Short pressing the button will play/pause the audio. Short press during a call will allow the user to directly take the call without pulling out the phone and holding the button for 1 second will reject the incoming call. Pressing the button for 6 seconds will reset the device to factory settings and clear all the paired devices.
Specifications & Price:
The device has a 480 mAh lithium-ion battery rated at 3.7 V and It can be charged with the inbuilt micro-USB port. However, Xiaomi does not ship the device with a USB charging cable. The device has Bluetooth 4.2 and it has a distance limit of 10 m which can vary depending upon any physical obstructions between the device and the connected phone. Package contents of the device include the speaker itself, a user manual and a auxiliary connection cable.
The device has price tag of Rs. 799 and is available directly from Xiaomi India’s official website.
Mobile technology has been evolving so fast that flagship devices released in past years see huge price-cuts by the manufacturers within a short time of being launched. We have picked up such top smartphones from last year that offer top specifications at really low prices.
Moto X4:
The device was originally priced at Rs 23,999 and is now available for Rs 15,549.
Motorola released the Moto X4 back in October 2017. The Motorola X4 has a 5.2 inch LCD capacitive IPS touchscreen. The device has 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor with the Adreno 508 GPU. The device has 12MP and 8MP dual back cameras with Dual-Led dual-tone flash along with a 16 MP selfie camera. The device can shoot videos at 2K @ 30FPS and 1080P @30/60FPS. The smartphone has a front-mounted fingerprint sensor. Motorola has planned an Android 9.0 Pie upgrade for the device.
Overall, this is a solidly built phone that came with flagship specifications from the yesteryear. The device excels in most of the tasks you throw at it. From great performance to exceptional camera quality this is a great deal at the price this is being offered.
Moto Z2 Play:
The device was originally priced at Rs 29,999 and is now available for Rs 13,888.
Like the Moto X4 this phone was released in 2017. The device has a 5.5 inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen. It has a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and a pixel density of 401 ppi. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 along with an Adreno 506 GPU. Motorola has planned this device to get Android 9.0 upgrades. In terms of connectivity it has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and 4G capabilities. The device has a 12 MP main camera and a 5 MP selfie camera. The device also has fingerprint sensor for securly unlocking the phone.
Google Pixel 2:
Google Pixel 2
The device was originally priced at Rs 61,000 and is now available for Rs 47,990.
Launched in October last year, the Pixel 2 is Google’s 2017 flagship. The device has a great camera, good battery and vanilla Android. The smartphone has a 5 inch AMOLED capacitive touch screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The device has a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels with a pixel density of 441 ppi. The beast is powered by the Snapdragon 835 Soc. It has 4 GB of RAM with 64 GB of storage. This smartphone has one of the best camera out of all the smartphones in the market.
HTC U Ultra :
The device was originally priced at Rs 62,990 and is now available for Rs 29,990.
This is the device that has seen highest price cut in the list. HTC U Ultra is HTC’s last year flagship device. The has a 5.7 inch Super LCD 5 capacitive touchscreen. It has a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels with a ppi of 513. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 and the Adreno 520 GPU. The device has 12 MP back camera with Dual-LED flash. The smartphone has 128 GB inbuilt storage and 4 GB of RAM. The device has a 3000 mAh battery with quick charge 3.0.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2:
The device was originally priced at Rs 37,999 and is now available for Rs 28,981.
This is one of the first devices that came with extremely thin bezels and was the flagship offering from Xiaomi in 2017. The device looks stunning. This smartphone has performance of a true flagship. It has a 5.99 inch IPS LCD Capacitive touch screen with a resolution of 1080 x 2160. It has a pixel density of 403 ppi. Under the hood is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 along with an Adreno 540. The device has a 3400 mAh Li-ion battery. Connectivity options include WI-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and Type-C 1.o reversible connector.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has been officially launched on the company’s Thai website. The device is the successor to the Redmi Note 5 Pro. Although it has been made official today, the device has already leaked multiple times. It was even available for sale online on 3rd party sites before the official launch.
Redmi Note 6 Pro Specifications:
The Redmi Note 6 Pro has a 6.26 inch display. It is an IPS LCD panel. The screen has a pixel density of 403 ppi and a screen to body ratio of 81.1%. The device runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636. The Snapdragon 636 is an Octa-Core chipset. The device has the Kryo 260 CPU which is clocked at 1.8 GHz along with an Adreno 509 GPU. The phone has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and face-unlock technology. The device has a 4000 mAh battery.
The phone is available in three storage options: 32 GB storage with 3 GB of RAM or 64 GB storage paired with either 4 GB/6 GB of RAM. The device has an expandable microSD card slot that takes memory cards up to 256 GB. Though one drawback is the hybrid SIM slot. This means that the device can either accept two SIM cards or one SIM card and a microSD card.
The device is the first Xiaomi phone that has four cameras. The device has dual front cameras, a 20MP and a 2MP depth sensor. The main rear camera setup has dual 12MP and 5MP sensors. It can shoot 2K videos @ 30 FPS. The camera also has AI integration that helps to take better photos based on Artificial Intelligence calculations.
In terms of connectivity it has Bluetooth 5.0, dual band wifi and dual-4G support. It supports OTG connection. Another feature is the Infrared Port which lets you use your phone as a remote control for appliances.
Price & Colours :
The device is available in Rose Gold, Black and Blue colours. The device costs 6,990 THB(Thai Bhat). This approximately converts to Rs 15,600 for the mid level 4GB RAM and 64 GB storage variant. The device will go on sale on Xiaomi’s Thai website from 27th September.
After the huge launch event held by Xiaomi yesterday, two of the devices go on sale today at 12 PM. The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 and the Air Purifier 2S will go on sale today and the devices sure are something you would want to get your hands on. The Mi Band 3 Costs Rs 1,999 and the Air Purifier 2S costs RS 8,999. The Mi Band 3 will be available on Amazon and Mi.com while the Air Purifier 2S will be available on Amazon, Flipkart and Mi.com.
Mi Band 3:
The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 is the successor to the popular Mi Band 2. The device had been launched globally and got its India launch yesterday. It is a handy fitness tracker with a bunch of other features too. The device has a totally weight of just 20 grams, making it very convenient to wear. It is basically a capsule encased in a silicon strap which is durable and light.
The Mi Band 3 has a 1.9 cm OLED touchscreen which helps you navigate through the different options. The device is connected to your phone via the Mi Fit app. The app also stores and displays the data recorded by the Mi Band 3 and offers features such as sleep analysis.
The Mi Band 3 has a pedometer, which lets you know the number of steps you’ve taken in a day. You can also set a goal for yourself. The device also has a calorie counter and it displays the distance you have covered. A live heart rate measuring feature is also present on the device.
Other than this, the Mi Band 3 has a stopwatch, displays the weather for the next three days and has 3 different watch faces. The device is also water resistant up to 50 m and claims a massive 20 day battery life.
The Mi Band 3 is available for a price of Rs 1,999. It will be available on Amazon and Mi.com.
Xiaomi Air Purifier 2S:
The Xiaomi Air Purifier 2S has quite a few upgrades compared to its predecessor. The device now has an OLED display and Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa integration. The device has a triple- layer filter which ensures proper purification of the air in your surroundings. It can be controlled via an app on your smartphone. The device has three different modes, a favourite mode, sleeping mode and an automatic mode. It has low noise, low power consumption and more energy-saving accordion tot the company.
The device is available at Rs 8,999. It will be available on Amazon, Flipkart and Mi.com.
Xiaomi launched the Air Purifier 2s for Chinese market back in January. And now the device has made its way to the Indian shores. This model is the successor to the Air Purifier 2, which was launched 2 years ago.
Few things have changed since the last generation. Some of the changes are the addition of a new OLED display and Google assistant and Amazon Alexa integration. The new device is very power efficient. The company claims this generation consumes about 4.8 w of electricity in Night mode.
Xiaomi is a brand that makes a lot of smart gadgets other than smartphones and Tvs. Xiaomi does not launch all of the gadgets in India but this was one gadget that apparently has a market in India.
The demand for air purifiers rose back in 2016 when India faced one of its worst pollution phase. Air Pollution in India has been a matter of concern. And surveys suggested indoor air pollution may be worse than it is outdoors. This situation created the need for a new home appliance: An air purifier. To take advantage of the opportunity; multiple companies launched their offerings in the Indian market priced anywhere between 5,000/- and 20,000/-.
Main features of the Air Purifier 2S:
OLED Digital Display
Ultimate Triple-layered Filter
Smartphone App Control
Working modes: favorite mode, sleeping mode, automatic mode
Compact design
Low noise, low power consumption, more energy-saving
Conclusion:
This upgrade of the Mi Air purifier brings vital features that were missing from the previous generation. The filter can even purify particles under PM 2.5 matter. Matter under PM 2.5 can be very dangerous. As these particles can pass unfiltered through the respiratory system and even make their way into the lungs. Overall, the product seems to be a must have appliance for places that are susceptible to indoor pollution.
Xiaomi has launched three new Mi 4A Pro LED Smart TVs today, as part of its launch event. The series consists of three devices of 39 inch, 44 inch and 55 inch sizes. The 55 inch TV is a 4K set and all the three TVs run Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. They feature Google Play Store, Youtube and other Google Apps. The devices also have Chromecast built-in and Google Home support. Also featuring on the devices is an advanced voice search which lets you search for content on both online and offline channels. The devices will also receive Amazon Alexa support in sometime.
The Tvs also have Xiaomi’s Patchwall feature. This uses AI to make a customised home page for you. They will receive Amazon Prime video soon after the launch and are expected to have the Netflix app soon.
The devices vary in both size and specifications. The bigger the size, the better the specifications.
32 inch HD:
The 32 inch TV has an HD ‘Ultra Bright’ display. The TV has 20 W stereo speakers and DTS HD sound. The TV runs on the Amlogic Quad Core 64 Bit processor and the Mali 450 GPU. It has 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The TV has 3 HDMI ports, 2 USB ports and an audio out port. It has Wi-fi and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity.
49 inch FHD+:
The 49 inch Mi 4A Pro has a 1080p FHD+ display. The TV has 20 W stereo speakers and DTS HD sound. The TV runs on the Amlogic 64 Bit Quad Core processor and the Mali 450 GPU. It has 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The TV has 3 HDMI ports and 2 USB ports. It also has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity.
55 inch 4K:
The 55 inch TV is the only out of the three that has a 4K + HDR display. The TV has Dolby + DTS Cinema audio quality which promises a rich experience. The device runs on the Amlogic 64 Bit Quad Core processor and the Mali T830 GPU. The TV also has 2 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The TV has 3 HDMI ports and 2 USB (3.0+2.0) ports. It also has dual band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity.
Xiaomi has launched its new Mi Home Security Camera. The small device is power packed and offers great security for your house. The camera is meant for home use and can also be utilised as a monitor for your kids or pets. The device has been designed for India specific usage. The camera is primarily designed for indoor usage.
The Mi Home Security Camera records video in 1080p and is quite impressive. The device a PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) feature. With this the camera can pan 360 degrees, tilt almost 90 degrees and has a digital zoom. The Mi Home Security camera is connected to your phone via the Mi Home app. This lets you control the device fully and view the feed.
Features:
The device draws its power externally through a USB port. It has an extra long USB cable in the box, which helps you mount it anywhere you please, away from easy access. The camera has an impressive Infrared night vision mode which lets you see the feed with clarity even if there is absolutely no light. The device also has a built in microSD card slot. You can use cards upto 64 GB to store your feed. The camera also has a rotating backup feature, which continuously overrides the memory card to replace the feed after a while, ensuring it is up to date. The feed can also be synced to an an external device or a cloud which ensures that your data is safe. This can come in handy in an event where your camera itself gets stolen.
The device also has an extra long USB cable
The Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera also has other cool features such as talkback. This lets you converse with the person standing in front of the camera, through your mobile. This can come in handy in many situations and is efficient as well. The device also has a Motion Detection feature. If you activate this feature, the device will only record when it detects movement. This is helpful for people who do not want 24 hour surveillance and also prevents your memory card from getting filled up too soon. The feature also sends an alert to your smartphone when it detects any motion. The Camera also has a live preview feature which lets you view the feed even in a lower quality incase your internet connection is poor.
The much awaited Xiaomi Mi Band 3 has been launched today. The fitness tracker is the successor to the immensely successful Mi Band 2. The new Mi Band 3 has a bigger display, more features and a lot of reasons for Xiaomi fans to be happy. The device is priced at Rs 1,999.
Design:
The Mi Band 3 sports a 1.9 cm (0.78 inch) OLED touchscreen. This is a huge jump in display size as compared to the Xiaomi Mi Band 2, 85% to be exact. The Mi Band is essentially a capsule, which is mounted on a wearable band, allowing you to use it. The removable feature also lets you swap between bands of different colours easily. The Mi Band 2 used to fall out of its band very easily. However, Xiaomi has fixed the issue with the Mi Band 3. The capsule is very easy to push into the band but is comparatively tougher to take out, therefore reducing the chances of it falling out.
The device weighs around 20 grams and you really don’t feel it sitting on your hand. You can navigate through the different features by swiping up, down, right and left. This takes you through various menus each with a list of features. The device can be connected to your phone via the Mi Fit application, which stores all the information necessary. The Mi Band 3 can measure your heart rate, your step count, calories burnt, has a stop watch and much more.
Features:
The pedometer on the device measures the number of steps you have taken and you can set a daily goal for yourself too. The pedometer is fairly accurate and records all your movements efficiently. The heart rate sensor in the device is not totally reliable but does give you a rough estimate regarding the same. The device also has a calorie counter and displays the distance you have covered. The Mi Band 3 also tracks your sleep and gives you an analysis on the Mi Fit app.
The Mi Band 3 also has a stopwatch and displays the weather for the next three days. The device also has three customisable watch faces, helping you find your style. A few splashes in the pool or getting caught in the rain will not be a problem as the Mi Band 3 is water resistant up to 50m. The device claims a battery life of 20 days.
The Mi Band 3 has been launched at a price of Rs 1,999. You can also watch our detailed video below:
The Xiaomi Redmi 6A will go on sale today at 12 PM. This is the second sale of the device after its launch earlier this month. The device will be available on Amazon and Mi.com. The Redmi 6A is the cheapest in the 6 series by Xiaomi but does pack in essential features for its price. The Redmi 6A starts at a price of Rs 5,999.
The device has a fairly good built quality and feels really sturdy for its price. The device also has rounded edges and thick bezels on the screen. On the back, it sports a single camera setup, accompanied by a flash. The device also has a headphone jack and the speaker grille is located on the rear.
The Redmi 6A has a 5.45 inch HD+ display. It has a resolution of 1440 x 720 px.
Under the hood, it runs the MediaTek Helio A22 processor and has 2 GB of RAM. The device runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo based MIUI 9.6. IT has a 3,000 mAh battery which will get it through the day, according to Xiaomi. The device is available in two storage options of 16 GB and 32 GB. The device also has a dedicated microSD card slot which can be used to expand the memory up to 256 GB.
The Redmi 6A has a 12 MP primary camera with PDAF. The camera also has scene selection and HDR. The front camera has a 5 MP sensor with portrait mode and beauty mode.
However, due to its price range it does lack certain features such as a fingerprint scanner or a dual camera. However, it does have AI Face Unlock. The device is available at a price of Rs 5,999 for its 16 GB variant and Rs 6,999 for its 32 GB variant. Xiaomi stated that the prices could be increased after a month if the Rupee continues to depreciate against the Dollar. The device is available on Amazon and Mi.com.
Xiaomi has added to its lineup of Mi 8 smartphones with two new devices. The Mi 8 Pro and Mi 8 Lite were launched at an event held in China. The highlight is the in-display fingerprint scanner in the Mi 8 Pro, which shares most of its features with the existing Mi 8.
The device is available in two variants. It has a 6 GB and 8 GB RAM variant with 128 GB of internal storage. These variants are priced at CNY 3199 and CNY 3599 which are around Rs 33,703 and Rs 37,755 respectively. The Mi 8 Lite carries a lesser array of features as the name suggests. The device is available in three variants. It has a 4 GB RAM/ 64 GB storage variant and a 6 GB RAM with 64 GB/ 128 GB of storage. The devices costs CNY 1,399, CNY 1,699 and CNY 1,999 which is around Rs 14,691, Rs 17,842 and Rs 20,992 respectively.
Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro Specs:
The Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro has a 6.21 inch FHD+ AMOLED display. The display has a notch and a resolution of 2248 x 1080 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The device runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC. It has a dual rear camera setup with a 12 MP + 12 MP sensor and with 4-axis Optical Image Stabilisation. The front camera has a 20 MP sensor.
The device has a 3400 mAh battery, USB Type-C port and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The device is available in white, blue, gold and black colour options.
Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Specs:
The Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite has a 6.26 inch LCD display with a native resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels a 19:9 aspect ratio. The device runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC. The Mi 8 Lite also has a dual rear camera setup. It has a 12 MP + 5 MP setup with PDAF and HDR capability. The form camera has a 24 MP sensor.
The device has a 3350 mAh battery, USB Type-C port and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The device is available in Aurora Blue, Sunset Gold and Midnight Black colour options.
A Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro device is already on sale, even before the device has been announced by the company. The device is on sale on AliExpress and is listed along with full specifications and images. This is a global version which will support over 70 languages and comes with Google Services and OTA updates.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is on sale with a Snapdragon 636 chipset. It is listed as a 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage version and has a microSD port. It has a 6.26 inch display and a resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The listing also confirms the fact that there are four cameras on the device.
The device has a 12 MP + 5 MP primary camera and a 20 MP + 2 MP front camera. The device runs on Android Oreo with MIUI 9. It has a 4,000 mAh battery and a micro USB port.
Legit Or Not?
While most of the specifications from the listing are the same as earlier leaks and reports, a few things do not fall into place. The listing claims a Snapdragon 636 SoC for the device. This is inconsistent to earlier reports which said the device will have a Snapdragon 660 chipset. This seems highly unlikely as the Redmi Note 5 Pro also used the Snapdragon 636. The upgraded version of the device is bound to use a better chipset.
Apart from this, the listing also places the display resolution at 2160 x 1080 pixels. The device claims to have an 19:9 aspect ratio. If that’s the case, the resolution should be 2280 x 1080 pixels. These two points do make us question the credibility of the device which is being sold.
The device is available in four colours which are Black, Blue, Rose Gold, and Red and costs $193. The website also shows that the device is not available for delivery to India.
The upcoming Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has been leaked in what seems to be an alleged image of the device. The device was supposedly spotted on the Wi-Fi alliance certification website. This is the successor to the Redmi Note 5 Pro which was launched earlier this year and has become one of the most popular devices in its price range.
This image posted on Reddit, gives us a brief glimpse at the specifications the device has. The Redmi Note 6 Pro will have a 6.2 inch display with a 19:9 aspect ratio. The device has the same 4000 mAh battery as the Redmi Note 5 Pro. Another feature is the dual camera setup both in the front and the back. The front features a 20 MP + 2 MP dual selfie camera. The main camera has a 12 MP + 5 MP dual sensor which is slightly different than its predecessor. This setup features a slightly larger sensor which could possibly help in better low light performance and improved pictures.
If the leaked image is to be believed, we can make a few comparisons between the two devices. The Redmi Note 6 Pro features a larger 6.2 inch screen over the Note 5 Pro’s 5.9 inch display. It is also expected that the device will have a FHD+ display with a 19:9 ratio.
Despite the fact that the camera setup in both the devices is quite similar, we can expect significant improvements. The sensor in the Redmi Note 6 Pro has a larger 1.4um pixel along with Dual Pixel AF. A bigger jump in terms of the front camera is evident. The Redmi Note 6 Pro has a dual front camera setup. This will enhance the portrait shots taken by the device.
Along with this, the device is expected to carry all other regular features seen in Redmi devices such as AI Portrait Mode, AI Scene Detection, AI beautify mode. It is expected to have Face Unlock support too. Rumours also suggest that the device will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset and have Android 8.1 Oreo and MIUI 10 out of the box.
Launch:
The device is expected to be launched soon as it has already started appearing on certification websites. Having launched the Redmi Note 5 in India before China, it won’t be surprising if Xiaomi does the same this time around. The price and other details will be known closer to the launch. However, it it still a bargain as to how many Note 5 users will be willing to upgrade to the Note 6 this soon.
The Poco F1 has been the hottest topic in the Indian smartphone market in the past month. Offering flagship features at a mid-range price, it created a tiny revolution in the market. It forced competitors to be more critical in terms of pricing and has added to ongoing the innovation race. However, the device has been really hard to get one’s hands on due to the flash sale model followed by Xiaomi. In an unexpected announcement, Xiaomi announced that starting tonight, the Poco F1 will be available in an open sale.
Through a video on twitter, the company announced that it will be selling the Poco F1 in an open sale, ditching the flash sale format. Only the 6 GB/ 128 GB variant will be available for now, and the other two variants will soon follow. The device will be available exclusively on Flipkart and Xiaomi’s official website.
The Poco F1 has a a 6.18-inch FHD+ display with a notch and an 18:9 aspect ratio. However, what really highlights the Poco F1 is the Snapdragon 845 chipset with the Adreno 639 GPU. The device is also liquid cooled, which prevents heating and offers peak performance with the chipset. The Poco F1 has four variants. The base variant offers 6GB of RAM and 64 GB storage and is priced at Rs 20,999. The second variant, priced at Rs 23,999, offers 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The top variant comes with a 8GB RAM and 256GB storage and costs Rs 28,999.
On the back, it has a dual 12MP+5MP camera setup which offers AI compatibility. The rear camera records video in 4K at 30 fps. The 20 MP front camera has an aperture of f/2.0.The device runs on a 4,000 mAh battery and supports Quick Charge 3.0. It has Android 8.1 Oreo and has an IR scanner for Face Unlock and uses USB Type-C for connectivity and charging. The Poco F1 was in the news recently as the device lacs support for HD video playback. This has happened due to the limitations on the hardware, which only supports a stream of upto 540p. Recently, users also took to social media to report screen bleed on the device. Other than this, there are numerous issues which seem to be arising regarding the device and Xiaomi is not seen responding.
The flash sale model has been a part of Xiaomi’s strategy ever since it entered the Indian smartphone market. It had slowly started to shift out of this model with the presence of open sale of its devices and physical stores. However, Xiaomi went back to the strategy for the launch of the Poco F1. This could have been for many reasons. Xiaomi could have been creating a hype for the device or simply just been gauging the reaction of the audience. Whatever, the plan might have been, Xiaomi now seems comfortable enough to move the device to an open sale. While this could be great for Xiaomi, the numerous problems plaguing the device will be a slight setback.
