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  • Xiaomi Redmi 7A Launched In India

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A Launched In India

    In the Q2 of 2019, Xioami launched the budget oriented Redmi 7A smartphone in China. Two months after its Chinese debut, the handset has been announced for the Indian market. The newly launched smartphone competes against the likes of the Samsung Galaxy M10 and the Nokia 2.2 which are one of the best selling devices in this segment. 

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A

    Redmi 7A

    The Redmi 7A is a slightly toned down variant of the Redmi 7 which was launched in the month of March. It is an entry-level handset from Xiaomi and will succeed the Redmi 6A from 2018. The predecessor was well received in India and the latest iteration seeks to capture the same glory. It features a 5.45-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 1440 x 720px with an 18:9 aspect ratio. The left and right bezels around the display are quite thin while the top and bottom bezels are comparatively chunkier. 

    Under the hood, the Redmi 7A runs on the 12nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC. It is an octa-core CPU with Adreno 505 GPU. The latest budget device features a 12MP Sony IMX486 camera sensor on the rear which has a large pixel size of 1.25 ultra micron. The selfie shooter is a modest 5MP sensor presented on the top of the display. The handset will be available in the following configurations.

    • 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
    • 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A is powered by a large 4,000mAh battery that is charged via a 10W charger. Furthermore, the device has a 2+1 card slot, meaning it can simultaneously support two SIMs alongside a microSD card for expandable storage up to 256GB. The smartphone runs on the MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie.

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A

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    Pricing & Availability

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A is offered in two configurations with different prices and in 3 different colours, namely Matte Black, Matte Blue and Matte Gold. The first variant with 2GB+16GB will be sold for INR 5,999 while the later version with 2GB+32GB will be available for INR 6,199. The Chinese manufacturer has also announced an offer that lasts till the end of July where all Redmi 7A purchased will cost INR 200 lower than the actual price. Sale of the device will start from 11th July 2019 and will initially be available on Flipkart, Mi official website and later every affiliated offline store. To sum it up, the latest budget device will be a worthy contender in its price bracket in India.

  • Redmi K20 And K20 Pro Landing In India Soon, Launch Date Revealed

    Redmi K20 And K20 Pro Landing In India Soon, Launch Date Revealed

    In the month of May, Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro in China. Following the Chinese launch, the devices also made their way to Europe as the Mi 9T and the Mi 9T Pro. The India specific launch date of the smartphones have not been revealed yet, but this might change soon. 

    To commemorate 5 years of Xiaomi’s presence in India, the company previously declared that it will launch 5 products in 5 upcoming weeks. Out of which, the first product was launched on the 25th of June in the form of Mi Beard Trimmer. The second product in the cue will be the Redmi 7A which will launch on the 4th of July.  

    A fresh tweet shared by a senior Xioami executive reveals that the company will organise a celebration event in New Delhi which is scheduled for the 17th of July. It is speculated that the three remaining products from the upcoming launch list will be announced at the same event which the company is referring to as Mi Pop. Out of the three future device launches, two will be the K20 and K20 Pro which are highly anticipated in the country.

    To recall, the features and specifications of the two smartphones are as follows:

    The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro have glass on both the front and rear which is held together with a metal chassis. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly getting through the lockscreen, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock.

    Under the hood, the economical Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. On the other hand, the flaghsip grade Redmi K20 Pro runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.

     

    Both the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. However, the former supports 18 W fast charging while the latter supports 27 W fast charging. Both devices run on  MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. The smartphones are offered in three colour options including Blue, Red and Black. 

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    Even though the claim, that the K20 duo will launch on 17th of July seems legit, we will still have to wait for an official word from the company. Fortunately, the date of the event is nearing fast, therefore we won’t have to wait for too long. 

  • Xiaomi Mi CC9, CC9e and CC9 Meitu Edition Are Now Official

    Xiaomi Mi CC9, CC9e and CC9 Meitu Edition Are Now Official

    After numerous teasers and leaks, the Mi CC9 lineup of smartphones from Xiaomi is now official. The company has announced three handsets in the lineup which includes CC9, CC9 Meitu edition and CC9e (essential edition). The first two devices in the lineup have similar specifications with the key differences being a tweaked camera and exclusive colour option on the Meitu edition. On the other hand, the CC9e is a watered-down variant of the regular device with a smaller display and a less powerful chipset.

    According to the company, the “CC” suffix stands for “Chic and Cool” and it corresponds with companies philosophy of this lineup. The Mi CC9 smartphones are targeted toward young millennials, therefore, the company has paid special attention to their design. The features are also incorporated while keeping the needs of said potential customers in mind like AI photo and video enhancement.  

    Mi CC9 and CC9 Meitu Edition

    The Mi CC9 and the CC9 Meitu Edition have a glass sandwich design which is held together by a metal mid-frame. The smartphone duo features a 6.39 inch AMOLED display that has a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 403 ppi. Besides, the two devices feature an under display fingerprint sensor which allows them to be securely and swiftly unlocked.

    Under the hood, the Mi CC9 and the CC9 Meitu Edition feature the Snapdragon 710 SoC which consists of 2.2 GHz Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU. Both the handsets are powered by a 4,030 mAh battery which can be charged via the bottom mounted USB Type C port with speeds of upto 18 W.

    The Mi CC9 and the CC9 Meitu Edition have a total of four cameras, out of which, three are placed on the rear while the fourth 32 MP selfie camera is placed in waterdrop notch on the front. The triple rear camera setup consists of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48 MP sensor, 8 MP ultrawide sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor.

    For connectivity, the Mi CC9 and the CC9 Meitu Edition support 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE and Bluetooth 5.0. Other features on the device include a 3.5 mm audio jack, NFC and an IR blaster which is placed on top of either smartphone. In terms of storage, the standard edition is offered in two variants while the Meitu Edition is offered in one variant. Price for both the devices are as follows:

     
     
      6 GB + 64 GB 8 GB + 128 GB
    Mi CC9 CNY 1,799 (around Rs 17990) CNY 1,999 (around Rs 19,990)
    Mi CC9 Meitu Edition N/A CNY 2,599 (around Rs 25990)

    In addition to the inbuilt storage, they also support memory expansion upto 512 GB via the hybrid dual SIM slot.

    Mi CC9e

    The Mi CC9e, like its elder siblings, features glass on both the front and rear. The front of the smartphone accommodates a 6.08 inch AMOLED display on the front which has HD resolution of 1520 x 720 px. Despite being an economical offering, it retains an under display fingerprint scanner. 

    The Mi CC9e is kitted with the Snapdragon 665 chipset which has debuted with the smartphone itself. The SoC consists of a 2 GHz Octa Core CPU along with the Adreno 610 GPU. It is also powered by a 4,030 mAh battery which can be topped up with speeds of upto 18 W via the bottom mounted USB Type C port. 

    All other features including camera sensors, connectivity options and memory expansion on the Mi CC9 are heterogeneous to the standard Mi CC9 and the Mi CC9 Meitu edition. The device is offered in three variants for which the prices are as follows:

    • 4 GB + 64 GB: CNY 1,299 (around Rs 12990)
    • 6 GB + 64 GB: CNY 1399 (around Rs 13,990)
    • 6 GB + 128 GB: CNY 1,599 (around Rs 15,990)

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    Xiaomi is yet to announce the availability of the Mi CC9 smartphones in India which is expected to happen in the coming weeks. 

    What are your thoughts on the newly launched Mi CC9 handsets? Which is your favourite device and feature in the new lineup? Let us know in the comments below

  • Xiaomi May Soon Launch Another Black Shark Gaming Smartphone

    Xiaomi May Soon Launch Another Black Shark Gaming Smartphone

    Gaming smartphones are all the rage in an oversaturated mobile industry. These devices are powerful and bring refreshed aesthetics to the mix. The last couple of months have seen the addition of many great gaming mobiles in India such as the Nubia 3 Red Magic. Xiaomi had unveiled its own take with the Black Shark 2, which is now reported to be getting another iteration soon.

    Black Shark

    A new Black Shark version with the model number DLT-A0 has been spotted on the Chinese communications agency, 3C. Not only does the listing confirm the existence of an unreleased Black Shark smartphone, but it also reveals its battery charging details. The upcoming gaming smartphone will support 27 watts fast charging, similar to the Xiaomi Mi 9 and Black Shark 2.

    Internal specifications and designs of the smartphone are yet to be revealed by the company, however, speculations can be made via past iterations. Historically, Black Shark smartphones are top-end devices that feature the latest and most powerful chipsets in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 series. The Black Shark 2 featured the Snapdragon 855 SoC, so the upcoming device should also be equipped with the same with a generous offering of RAM and ROM (12GB + 256GB on Black Shark 2).

    Black Shark

    Gaming smartphones bring unique designs to the table and Xiaomi’s Black Shark does so as well. Metallic and angular elements will most definitely make a return with black hues and green LED strips that will accentuate the entire design philosophy. The new device is rumoured to feature a triple camera set up at the back while the front will either have a water-drop or wide notch. Unfortunately, the exact details of the camera sensors are unknown. The company has stated that it will bring back the 3.5mm headphone jack to its upcoming smartphones. The aforementioned feature was skipped on the previous iteration and received heavy criticism.

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    It is unclear whether the new Black Shark smartphone will be the 3rd entry to the series or an upgraded refresh to the current gen Black Shark 2. Like in the case of the Black Shark Helo, which was released half a year after the original Black Shark. Xiaomi has quite successfully penetrated the Indian market in various categories of handsets and is seeking to expand its horizons even further. The upcoming entry will be a welcomed addition to the gaming smartphone family which was already received a warm welcome by its audience. More information regarding the new device should be available in the arriving weeks.

  • Xiaomi Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Smartwatch Launched In India

    Xiaomi Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Smartwatch Launched In India

    In the month of July last year, Huami, a company backed by Xiaomi launched its two wearable devices in India which include the Amazfit Bip and Amazfit Stratos. 

    Two weeks ahead of the Amazon India prime day sale, the company has silently listed the Amazfit Bip Lite smartwatch on the e-commerce website. As the name suggests, the newly launched device is an affordable variant of the previously announced Amazfit Bip. However, don’t let the ‘Lite’ suffix mislead you to taking the Amazfit Bip Lite as a substandard product.  Even though it has an economical price, it still packs loads of fitness-oriented features in addition to the conventional watch. 

    Huami Amazfit Bip Lite Quick Specs:
    • 1.28-inch colour Always-on reflective touch display
    • Gorilla Glass 3
    • Optical heart rate sensor
    • Bluetooth 4.0
    • IP68 Resistant to dust, rain and splashing
    • 190mah Battery with up to 45 days of battery life
    Amazfit Bip Lite Design And Features

    The Amazfit Bip Lite has an elegant design with a square watch dial and soft silicome straps. The smartwatch sports a 1.28 inch colour display which has a resolution of 176 x 176 ppi. To protect the device against scratches it uses a 2.5d Corning Gorilla Glass.

    To navigate across various menus and features of the Huami Amazfit Bip Lite, the user can either use the touch button placed below the display or the right side mounted circular crown. The rear side of the fitness watch houses a heart rate monitor which can measure the user’s heart rate on the go. 

    Besides, the Amazfit Bip Lite also has a pedometer (step counter), sleep monitor and a sedentary reminder. The fitness watch prompts the user with a reminder when they have remained seated for an extended period of time.

     The Amazfit Bip Lite is powered by a 190 mAh battery which is claimed to provide a battery backup of 45 days depending on the usage. The battery is charged via a proprietary connector and it takes about 2.5 to fully replenish it.

    Talking about features, the Huami Amazfit Bip Lite has a built-in vibration motor which sends haptic feedback when the user receives a message or phone call. The fitness device is compatible with both iOS and Android, also the users can save data for later which can be transferred to an app on the smartphone. Other sensors on the device include a Barometer and GPS.

    In addition to the Amazfit Bip Lite smartwatch, the box includes a charging cable and a user manual. The smartwatch is available in a black colour option and is priced at Rs 3,999. As previously mentioned it will be available for purchase with the Amazon Prime day which begins 15th of July.

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    The Huami Amazfit Bip Lite seems like a worthy buy not only for a fitness enthusiast but for anyone who is looking an affordable smart wearable. 

  • Xiaomi Redmi 7A To Launch In India Soon, Company Confirms

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A To Launch In India Soon, Company Confirms

    Xiaomi launched its latest budget smartphone, the Redmi 7A in China last month. The device is the successor of the Redmi 6A and is a part of the company’s widely popular Redmi A series. Unfortunately, the company did not provide any specific date for the Indian unveiling of the handset at the time. Now, a senior Xiaomi executive has revealed that the Redmi 7A will be introduced in the Indian market soon. The smartphone may be launched alongside the Redmi K20 series next month.

    Redmi 7A

    To recall, the Redmi 7A measures 146.30 × 70.41 × 9.55mm, weighs 150g and has a polycarbonate construction with a similar design to its predecessor. It has a 5.45 inch LCD display with a resolution of 1440 x 720 px and an aspect ratio of 18:9. There are significant bezels on the top and bottom of the device with the company branding at the chin. As it is a budget device, it lacks any form of biometric security like a fingerprint scanner. Users will instead have to rely on conventional unlocking methods; such as numerical pins, patterns and passwords to access the Redmi 7A.

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A

    The Xiaomi Redmi 7A runs on the 12nm Snapdragon 439 SoC which is also seen in the Nokia 4.2 (Review). The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 505 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a single 13MP rear camera with LED flash. For selfies, a 5MP front-facing camera is present on top of the display. For memory and storage, the handset may be available in the following variants.

    • 2GB RAM and 16GB ROM
    • 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM

    Xiaomi Redmi 7A

    The Xiaomi Redmi 7A is powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 10W wired charging. Furthermore, the handset has a triple card slot which supports two SIM cards; and a separate microSD card of up to 256GB in capacity. It has a hydrophobic P2i coating which should make it resistant to a degree of liquid splashes. The smartphone runs on MIUI 10 on top of the current Android 9 Pie.

    Pricing & Availability

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    The Redmi 7A as mentioned above is expected to launch in India next month. The smartphone may be launched alongside the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro which are confirmed to launch in July. While the pricing of the upcoming budget device is not known for the Indian market; it is expected to be priced near the Rs. 6,000 mark.

  • Amazon Mi Days Sale, Top Deals On Best Selling Xiaomi Smartphones And Accessories

    Amazon Mi Days Sale, Top Deals On Best Selling Xiaomi Smartphones And Accessories

    Xiaomi and Amazon are back with the ‘Mi Days Sale’ which is currently ongoing and will continue until June 30. During the sale, several smartphones and accessories from Xiaomi are being offered at discount. Therefore, the consumers who looking to buy any of the Mi devices mentioned below, this might be the best time to do so.

    The users who are willing to replace their old devices with a brand new one can also exchange their existing smartphone. The company is offering an additional exchange bonus of upto Rs 3000 which varies depending on the user’s old handset. 

    Furthermore, Yes Bank credit card holders get an additional 10% discount, if they opt for this mode of payment during checkout. Following is the list of Xiaomi smartphones offered on discount during Mi Days Sale:

    Redmi 6 Pro

    The Redmi 6 Pro was launched last year as Xiaomi’s budget smartphone in the sub 15k price bracket. It has been discounted by up to Rs. 3,500 from its MRP. During the Mi Days Sale, the smartphone will be available at a price of Rs. 9,999 for the variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage.

    To recall, the Redmi 6 Pro features a 5.8-inch display with a notch. In terms of performance, the smartphone is kitted with the Snapdragon 625 Octa-core processor. A 4000mAh battery powers the device and the handset runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In terms of optics, the Redmi 6 Pro has a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup and a 5MP camera for selfies.

    Xiaomi Mi A2

    Xiaomi Mi A2The Xiaomi Mi A2 is the second Android One certified smartphone from the company and is the successor to the Mi A1. During the Mi Days Sale, it will be available at a discounted price of Rs. 10,999 for the variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The version with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage is priced at Rs 15,999.

    Talking about the specifications, the Mi A2 has a 5.99-inch display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 660 Octa-core SoC. It is powered by a 3010mAh battery which supports fast charging. As mentioned before, the Mi A2 is Android One certified which implies that it has a clean, stock UI with Android 9 Pie. For photography, it has a dual rear camera setup comprised of a 12MP and a 20MP sensor. The front facing camera is a 20MP sensor. 

    Redmi Y2

    he second gen selfie focussed smartphone from Xiaomi, the Redmi Y2 will also be available at a reduced price during the Mi Days Sale. It will start at Rs 7,999 for the version with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB onboard memory has been priced at Rs. 9,719. 

    The Redmi Y2 is the successor to the Redmi Y1 and features a 5.99-inch display with HD+ resolution. It runs on the Snapdragon 625 Octa-core chipset and is powered by a 3080mAh battery. The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In terms of optics, there is a dual 12MP + 5MP camera set up at the back while a 16MP sensor is responsible for selfies.

    Redmi Note 5 Pro

    The Redmi Note 5 Pro was launched in the Q1 of last year and it was one of the first budget device with such thin bezels and dual rear cameras. During the Mi Days Sale, it will be discounted up to Rs. 6,000 from its MRP. The version with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage has been priced at Rs. 11,600. The variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB onboard memory will be available for Rs. 11,999 for a limited time.

    In terms of specifications, the Redmi Note 5 Pro has a 5.99-inch display with an FHD+ resolution. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 636 SoC and is powered by a 4000mAh battery. At the time of launch, it has Android 7.1.1 Nougat out of the box but has since been updated to Android 8 Oreo. The device has a dual rear camera setup comprising of a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. For selfies, there is a 20MP front camera housed above the display.

    Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless Earphones

    The Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless earphones were launched on the 28th of February in the country. They have an ergonomic design which provides for a comfortable fit. The earphones also have an in line controller which has three buttons volume up, volume down and play/pause.

    The Mi Sports Bluetooth Wireless earphones have and an IPX4 rating that makes them sweat proof, making them a good companion for users who work out regularly. The Bluetooth earphones have an MRP of Rs 1,799 but during the Mi Days Sale they are available for a price of Rs 1,499.

    Mi Power Bank 2i

    Taking the price into consideration, Xiaomi offers one of the best power banks that have a solid build quality. It has an outer metal casing which gives it a premium look and feel. The Mi Power Bank 2i has a 10,000 mAh battery which can be charged via the top mounted USB type C port.

    The Mi Power Bank 2i has dual USB A ports on the top which can simultaneously charge devices. For convenience, it also has a 4 LED indicator which denotes the amount of remaining charge. It has an MRP of Rs 1,199, however, during the Mi Days Sale it is available for Rs 899.

  • Xiaomi Mi CC9 Custom Edition Details Revealed

    Xiaomi Mi CC9 Custom Edition Details Revealed

    Xiaomi announced its latest CC smartphone series last week. This lineup was revealed to have been made in collaboration with another Chinese manufacturer Meitu; of whose hardware business the former took control of last year. The first devices that are expected to be launched in the series are the Mi CC9e and the Mi CC9, which may be announced at an event in China on the 2nd of July. Now, a senior Xiaomi executive has confirmed that a special edition of the latter called the Mi CC9 Custom Edition will also make an appearance at the event. In a post on the country’s popular social networking website Weibo; the executive has also revealed the retail box and storage options of the special edition handset.

    Mi CC9 Custom Edition

    Mi CC9 Custom Edition

    As mentioned above, the Mi CC9 Custom Edition will be a special edition version of the regular Mi CC9. The image shared on the social media by the Senior Xiaomi executive reveals a retail box of the smartphone, alongside the box for the regular variant. It is significantly larger than the retail box for the Mi CC9; which may indicate that the device will be bundled with different accessories or will have a new design altogether.

    Alongside the retail box, it has also been confirmed that the handset will arrive in a new colour variant. In terms of optics, while the Mi CC9e and Mi CC9 were revealed to have image optimisations done by Meitu, the Custom Edition will have a camera setup developed by it. This explains the special place for the Meitu branding on the retail box.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9 Custom Edition
    Mi CC9

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    Other details revealed about the Mi CC9 Custom Edition by the Xiaomi executive; is the presence of 8GB RAM alongside 256GB internal storage in the smartphone. As it is a special edition version, the smartphone may be available to purchase in limited quantities. It is also expected to cost significantly higher than the regular Mi CC9. Unfortunately, more details like the specifications and the exact pricing of the CC9 Custom Edition are not available yet. But all our question will be answered next week when the company officially reveals the device on the 2nd of July.

  • Xiaomi Mi CC9e Colour And Storage Variants Leaked

    Xiaomi Mi CC9e Colour And Storage Variants Leaked

    Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi introduced the Mi CC series a while ago. The device lineup was introduced in partnership with another OEM from the country, Meitu; of whose operations the former took control of last year. It was later revealed that the company is planning to launch the first two handsets in the series, which were purportedly called the Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e at an event on the 2nd of July. In a fresh report, the colour and storage variants of the latter have been leaked online.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9e

    Xiaomi Mi CC9e

    The Mi CC9e will be the more affordable offering in Xiaomi’s upcoming CC series. Latest reports reveal that the smartphone will be offered in three colours namely, White, Blue Planet and Night Prince. In terms of memory and storage, the device will be sold in four storage variants which are listed below.

    • 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 4GB RAM and 128GB ROM
    • 6GB RAM and 64GB ROM
    • 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM

    Mi CC9e

    The leak claims the Mi CC9e will have a 5.97 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. It will run on the 10nm Snapdragon 710 SoC which is also found in the Mi 8 SE and the Realme 3 Pro. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 616 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone may have a triple rear camera setup, which is expected to pack a 48MP Sony IMX 582 sensor primarily; alongside an 8MP secondary and a 5MP tertiary sensor. The camera will also have a specialised beauty mode developed by Meitu.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9

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    The Mi CC9e is reported to be powered by a 3500 mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. As far as the pricing of the smartphone is concerned, it is expected to start at CNY 1,599 (Rs. 16,100) for the base storage variant. The variant with top tier configurations may be priced at CNY 2,199 (Rs. 22,100). As mentioned above, the Mi CC9 will also make an appearance alongside the CC9e on the 2nd of July. Unfortunately, it is not known if the devices will later be introduced in the Indian market, as Meitu did not exist in the country prior to its undertaking by Xiaomi.

  • Xiaomi Mi CC9 Design Revealed In Official Images

    Xiaomi Mi CC9 Design Revealed In Official Images

    Chinese technology giant Xiaomi unveiled the Mi CC series of smartphones earlier this month. While no devices were announced at the time, it was revealed that an official launch will take place on the 2nd of July. Two handsets purportedly called the Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e are expected to be introduced at the event. The company, in a bid to build up the hype for the series, has been sharing teasers on Chinese social networking website Weibo. Now, a senior Xiaomi executive has revealed official images of the Mi CC9 in white colour and its retail box in its entirety before the launch.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9

    The Mi CC9 smartphone from Xiaomi will be a mid-range smartphone. The images revealed officially on Weibo showcase the device in an attractive pearl white colour. Notably, the handset in question was earlier known to be launched as the less specced variant of the series; Mi CC9e. However, it may be the case that the images are of the Mi CC9 after all. The smartphone will have a glass sandwich design with a gradient back panel and a revised company branding on the back. It has been revealed to have a triple camera set up at the back. The primary sensor used in the device will be a 48MP sensor as mentioned in the text under the camera module.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9

    The right side of the Mi CC9 houses the volume rockers and the power button; while the top seems to have a 3.5mm headphone jack and SIM card tray. The bottom has a USB Type C port flanked by speaker grilles on either side. The retail box of the device does not reveal anything new than what we already know about it. While the front of the handset has not been showcased, a previous leak on certification website TENAA uncovered some images of the Mi CC9. The smartphone will have a waterdrop notch to maximise the screen real estate and house the 32MP front-facing camera; it will also use an in display fingerprint scanner as it is the norm in modern devices.

    Xiaomi Mi CC9

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    Other specifications of the Xiaomi Mi CC9 that were leaked in the past; reveal it will have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080px. The device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 730 SoC which Qualcomm’s latest offering for premium mid-range smartphones. The handset will be offered in three variants with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It may be priced starting CNY 2599 (Rs. 26,300) for the base storage variant when it launches on the 2nd of July.

  • Xiaomi Introduces 3D Air Gestures To Toggle Apps With One Hand

    Xiaomi Introduces 3D Air Gestures To Toggle Apps With One Hand

    Xiaomi is known to incorporate its Beta builds of MIUI with multiple new features that it wants to test out. Historically speaking, the Chinese region generally receives these form of updates before any other country. The latest beta build for MIUI has just received new gestures support for the Xiaomi Mi 9. The company has dubbed this new feature “3D Air Gestures”.

    Xiaomi

    The new feature will let users launch various apps by simply waving their smartphones in the air in a certain manner. Programmable gestures demonstrated by a Xiaomi executive include M, W, C, and Z. According to the source, drawing any of the previously mentioned alphabets in the air with the device can open a certain application which might be user programmable. As seen so far, the feature can only be accessed while the device is an unlocked state. However, when the feature rolls out in a consumer ready update, it might even work on the lock screen which is similar to Moto actions seen on Motorola smartphones. Speaking of functionality, the feature uses a combination of the accelerometer and gyroscope sensors which are present on most modern smartphones. Therefore, this feature may even be seen on the current lineup of Mi device and not just future releases. 

    3D Air Gestures were first seen in a video by a Xiaomi employee on Weibo that has since been reposted on YouTube. In the video, the employee can be seen drawing a C with his Mi 9 to launch the camera app, a W to launch TikTok and drawing a Z to launch an unspecified app. However, the exact method of how the feature truly works in regards to the sensors is yet to be discerned.

    Xiaomi

     

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    All in all, this seems to be a great feature from Xiaomi which might actually turn into a mainstream feature amongst offerings from other OEMs as well. To get precise details of this feature’s capabilities, we will have to wait patiently as Xiaomi is yet to release the launch date of the upcoming MIUI 11 update. 

  • Xiaomi Launches The Mi Beard Trimmer In India

    Xiaomi Launches The Mi Beard Trimmer In India

    Xiaomi will complete 5 successful years in India next month. To commemorate its 5th year anniversary, the company will launch 5 new products in the country over the next 5 weeks. On the 25th of June, the first product in the aforementioned launch cue has been unveiled which is the Mi Beard Trimmer. As the product name suggests, it is a grooming product which is targeted towards male consumers. The segment is currently lead by the offerings from Philips and Syska, which Xioami plans to disrupt with its latest addition. 

    Mi Trimmer Quick specs
    • Self-sharpening blades with 0.5mm precision
    • 40 length setting with two combs
    • 90 minutes of battery life on one charge
    • IPX7 waterproof quad-edge design
    • Travel lock
    • Cordless and corded usage (supports most power banks)
    • 10min use on a 5min charge
    Mi Trimmer Build, Design and Features
     

    The Mi Beard trimmer has an ergonomic design which Xiaomi is referring to as the ‘Quad Edge’. It is made out of hard plastic which feels sturdy and comfortable to hold. For readers interested in dimensions, the beard trimmer measures 154 x 48 x 38 mm.

    The front of the Mi Beard trimmer accommodates a length adjustment circular dial, power button and three LED charge indicators. The said circular dial can be used to adjust the comb height which supports 40 different beard length settings. The device’s inbuilt battery is claimed to provide a backup of 90 minutes which is on par with its competitors.

    The battery on the Mi Beard trimmer can be charged via the bottom mounted figure 8 type port. Noteworthy, the other end of the charging cable has a conventional USB Type A port, therefore, the Mi Beard Trimmer can even be charged via a power bank or regular smartphone chargers. The men’s grooming product is IPX7 rated which means that it can be submerged in upto 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.

    The Mi Beard Trimmer is shipped with a bunch of accessories which are as follows:

    • Travel Pouch
    • Cleaning Brush
    • 2 Trimming Comb
    • Power Cord

    In addition, the package also includes a user manual which details all the controls and functions the product supports. 

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    The Mi Beard Trimmer costs Rs 1,199, which in our opinion is an aggressive price, considering the features it brings to the table. The men’s grooming product will be available for order from mi.com starting today, June 25th. It will also be available from Amazon.in and Mi Home Stores starting from June 27th.

    Conclusively, Xiaomi has added yet another praiseworthy product in its ever expanding portfolio with several product launches which will follow soon. 

  • Xiaomi Discontinues The Mi Max And Mi Note Lineup

    Xiaomi Discontinues The Mi Max And Mi Note Lineup

    Chinese technology giant Xiaomi has announced that it is discontinuing two of its iconic lineup of smartphones. The CEO of the company, in a post on Weibo, the country’s major social networking website has officially declared that Xiaomi will discontinue the Mi Max and Mi Note series; as it has no new plans of releasing a device under the name this year. Notably, While the original Mi Max was released in the year 2016, the first Mi Note was introduced a year before, in 2015.

    About the decision
    Mi Max 2

    As mentioned above, the CEO of Xiaomi, Lei Jun has officially confirmed; that the company has no intention of releasing a smartphone under the Mi Max or the Mi Note lineup this year. In his post, he has explained the variation between the Xiaomi and Redmi brand of handsets. According to Jun, while the Xiaomi brand focuses on the higher, more premium end of the market with the Mi series and the MIX lineup; the Redmi brand is centred towards value. With product lineups such as the Redmi A series and the Redmi Note and K series, the brand focuses more on the value and e-commerce market.

    While the company has not specified the reason for the cancellation of the Mi Max and Mi Note lineup of smartphones, it is being speculated there are many. With the humongous size of the Mi Max series, it catered to all but a niche of people who wanted a giant device. Additionally, the Mi Note series was continually overshadowed by other flagship devices of the company. While it is not certain, it is completely possible that the aforementioned reasons led the company to take the decision.

    Xiaomi

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    Also, it is not explicitly said that the next generation smartphone in the series, in this case, the Mi Max 4 or the Mi Note 4 will never make an appearance. Xiaomi has just said there will be no device launch this year, which may mean that if it deems it worthy, it may launch a handset in any of the series starting next year.

  • Xiaomi Sold One Million Mi Band 4 Units In Just 8 Days

    Xiaomi Sold One Million Mi Band 4 Units In Just 8 Days

    On the 11th of June, Xiaomi launched the long anticipated Mi Band 4 which succeeds the Mi Band 3 from 2018. The newly launched fitness band is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, however, Xiaomi has managed to retain an aggressive price with the device. Some key features that the Mi Band 4 has brought to the table include the introduction of a colour OLED display, NFC support and a heart rate sensor.

    Accrediting to its value for money and utilitarian features, Xiaomi has managed to grasp commendable sales figures with the Mi Band 4. According to a post shared on Chinese social media website, Weibo, the company has sold 1 million units of the device within just 8 days of its commercial availability. The post also reveals that the company shipped over 5000 units of the fitness band each hour which has set a new sales record for any generation of Mi Band. To recap following are the features of the newly launched device.

    Xiaomi Mi Band 4The Mi Band 4 features a 0.95 inch AMOLED touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 120 px. The display on the latest device considerably larger than the 0.78-inch monochrome OLED found in its predecessor. In terms of design and looks, the smart wearable is reminiscent of previous generations, with a capsule like a form factor that allows interchangeable silicone bands. The said bands are offered in five different colours which include Orange, Purple, Black, Burgundy and Beige.

    Staple to any fitness band, the Mi Band 4 supports step counter. As previously mentioned, the updated device also has a heart rate sensor which is a worthwhile addition. It is available in two different configurations, one that supports Bluetooth while the expensive variant also supports NFC (Near Field Communication) which is required for seamless payments with supported gateways.

    Pleasingly, the Mi Band 4 also supports voice guided commands via the built in digital assistant. Similar to its preceding device, the Mi Band 4 is also rated for 5 ATM water resistance. It is powered by a 135 mAh battery which is claimed to provide 20 day backup on a single charge. The price for two different variants of the device are as follows:

    • Wi-Fi: CNY 169 (Rs. 1,700)
    • Wi-Fi + NFC: CNY 229 (Rs. 2,300)

    All in all, Xiaomi has hit a home run with the new Mi Band 4 and it is expected to shatter even more sale records in the coming future. 

    Also Read: Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

    Although Xiaomi has not yet revealed the launch date of device in India, it is expected to be announced soon. 

     

  • Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

    Full Specs And Price Of Xiaomi CC9 And CC9e Leak

    Xiaomi will soon launch a new lineup of smartphones called CC, which is developed in collaboration with Meitu, a luxury smartphone maker that the former acquired in the year 2018. According to senior Xiaomi executive, the new range of handsets is targeted towards young consumers, and they will have worthy photography capabilities and an appealing design. The smartphones are set to launch early next month, however, before the official unveiling, the price and features of two upcoming handsets have been leaked on Twitter. Althoug the details are in Chinese, the magic of Google translate allows deriving most of the specifications.

    Xiaomi CC9e Full Specs and Price

    According to the source, the Xiaomi CC9e sports a 5.97 inch AMOLED display with a water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Like several mid range and premium smartphones, it features an in-display fingerprint scanner. Under the hood, it is kitted with the Snapdragon 710 Soc which consists of an Octa Core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU.

    For photography, the Xiaomi CC9e will have 32 MP front camera and a triple rear camera setup which consists of the 48 MP Sony IMX582 sensor, an 8 MP sensor and a 5 MP sensor. The handset will be powered by either a 3500 mAh battery or 4,000 mAh battery which supports 18 w fast charging. To provide durability to the device, it has Corning Gorilla 5 on both the front and back.

    For charging and data syncing, the Xiaomi CC9e will incorporate a USB 2.0 Type C port. The smartphone will run MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie. In terms of memory and storage, it will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:

    • 6 GB + 64 GB- CNY 1599 (Rs 16,200)
    • 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 1899 (Rs 19,200)
    • 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2199 (Rs 22,200)
    Xiaomi CC9 Full Specs and Price
     

    The leaked spec sheet reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 is beefed up variant of CC9e, which is similar to Samsung’s branding with the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e. The source reveals that the Xiaomi CC9 will sport a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with water drop notch and a pixel density of 2340 x 1080 px. Similar to the younger, CC9e, it will also have an in-display fingerprint scanner.

    In terms of optics, the Xiaomi CC9 features a 32 MP front camera like its younger sibling, while its triple rear camera setup consists of 48 MP Sony IMX 586 sensors, 16 MP wide angle sensor and a 12 MP sensor. The smartphone is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which will support 27 w fast charging. The front of the smartphones is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 6 while the rear is protected with Gorilla Glass 5.

    Qualcomm Snapdragon
    Qualcomm Snapdragon

    The device will be kitted with the Snapdragon 730 SoC which Qualcomm’s latest offering for mid range to premium smartphones. Indifferent to the more affordable offering, the Xiaomi CC9 will also support NFC. It also sports a USB 2.0 Type C which will be used for charging and transferring data. The smartphone will be offered in three variants which are listed below along with their leaked price:

    • 6 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2599 (Rs 26,300)
    • 8 GB + 128 GB- CNY 2799 (Rs 28,200)
    • 8 GB + 256 GB- CNY 3099 (Rs 31,300)

    Also Read: Samsung Galaxy M30s Colour Variants Leaked, To Launch In India Soon

    In order to verify the leaked details, we won’t have to wait for long as the Xiaomi’s CC lineup of smartphones is set to be unveiled on 2nd of July. 

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