Category: Xiaomi

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 With A Colour Display And NFC To Launch Soon

After the sensational success of the Mi Band 3, Xiaomi has been anticipated to launch the updated Mi Band 4. IDC, a leading market research agency stated that the Mi Band 3 is currently the world’s second most selling smart wearable after the high end Apple watch. The research agency also revealed that Xiaomi sold more than 10 million units of the current generation device within 6 months of its launch. Fresh reports suggest that the upcoming device will be significantly different in terms of features in comparison to the current device.

Mi Band 4 Key Updates

Mi Band 3 (For Representation Purpose)

According to the source, the upcoming Mi Band 4 will have a colour display which is a praiseworthy upgrade over the OLED display present on the Mi Band 3. As a colour display consumes more power than a conventional OLED display, the future smart wearable will have a 135 mAh battery which is a considable bump from 110 mAh on the current device. Noteworthy, disparate to previous Mi Band versions, the Mi Band 4 will have an inbuilt charging port. The previous generation devices have proprietory charging connectors which have not been well received by numerous consumers.

In terms of connectivity, the Mi Band 4 will be offered in two variants. The affordable variant will only have support for Bluetooth 5 while the top end variant will also support NFC. Reports also suggest that the upcoming smart wearable from Xiaomi will have a heart rate sensor which will allow it to target customers who clearly need to choose the Apple Watch for the said feature.

Mi Band 4 Price & Launch

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With a considerable bump in features, the Mi Band 4 is also bound to get pricier. The NFC + Bluetooth variant will reportedly cost CNY 499 (Rs 5,000 approx) while the Bluetooth only variant will cost somewhere between CNY 200 and 300. Xiaomi is yet to announce the launch date of the smart wearable. However, going by the previous launch cycle, it will launch soon.

May 21, 2019

Redmi Note 7 Vs Note 7s Vs Note 7 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

On the 28th of February 2019, Xiaomi launched two smartphones in India which include the Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The former was originally launched in China in the month of January and it has a notable difference in comparison to the Indian variant. The Indian variant has 12 MP + 2 MP rear camera sensors while its Chinese counterpart has 48 MP + 5 MP resolution sensors. This move faced a lot of criticism from the Indian customers who were left dissatisfied.

In order to make up for the backlash, the company has launched the Redmi Note 7s in India that has the said 48 MP + 5 MP sensors as its Chinese variant. The price of the two variants makes it sit between the Note 7 and the beefed-up Note 7 Pro. This has lead to a perplexing situation for the consumer who wants to get a Redmi device in the 10K to 15K price bracket.

Factually, the three devices have a handful of differences in terms of specifications which further contributes to the confusion. The key differences between the trio include dissimilar storage options, camera sensors, chipset and price. Let’s start with the dissimilarities which will be followed with the heterogeneous features.

Camera & Chipset

Model	Main Rear Camera	Chipset
Redmi Note 7	12 MP, f/2.2; 2 MP	Snapdragon 660 Octa Core Adreno 512
Redmi Note 7s	48 MP, f/1.8 Samsung ISOCELL GM1; 5 MP	Snapdragon 660 Octa Core Adreno 512
Redmi Note 7 Pro	48 MP, f/1.8 Sony IMX586; 5 MP	Snapdragon 675 Octa Core Adreno 612

All three smartphones have a dual rear camera setup but they have entirely different specifications. The Redmi Note 7 features an f/2.2 aperture equipped 12 MP sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor. The Redmi Note 7s features the f/1.8 aperture equipped Samsung ISOCELL GM1 48 MP sensor and a 5 MP secondary. While the Redmi Note 7 Pro features the f/1.8 aperture equipped Sony IMX86 sensors which is also present on the flagship grade devices like the Honor View 20. The secondary sensor on the former has 5 MP resolution which is the same as the Redmi Note 7s. In terms of chipset, the Redmi Note 7 and the Redmi Note 7s feature the Snapdragon 660 SoC while the Redmi Note7 Pro features the 675 SoC which is significantly more powerful than the former.

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Price

All three smartphones are available in two storage options for which the prices are listed below:

Model	Variant 1	Variant 2
Redmi Note 7	3 GB + 32 GB= Rs 9,999	4 GB + 64 GB= Rs 11,999
Redmi Note 7s	3 GB + 32 GB= Rs 10,999	4 GB + 64 GB= Rs 12,999
Redmi Note 7 Pro	4 GB + 64 GB= Rs 13,999	6 GB + 128 GB= Rs 16,999

Screen, Battery, Front Camera & Connectivity

Specification	Redmi Note 7,Redmi Note 7s and Redmi Note 7 Pro
Screen	6.3 Inch, IPS LCD 2340 x 1080 px, 409 ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Battery	400 mAh QuickCharge 4.0, 18 W Charging
Front Camera	13 MP
Connectivity	Dual 4G VoLTE 802.11 a/b/g/n/a/c Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0
Ports	3.5 MM Audio Jack USB Type C Reversible Connector
Other Features	Rear Mounted Fingerprint Sensor P2i Nano Coating

The Redmi Note 7, the Redmi Note 7s and the Redmi Note 7 Pro feature a 6.3 inch LCD display that has a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 409 ppi. The three smartphones are powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which support 18 W fast charging. The smartphones run on the latest Android 9 which is skinned with Xiaomi’s MIUI 10. Connectivity options on the devices include 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, Dual 4G VoLTE, 3.5 mm audio jack and the bottom mounted USB Type C port. The front camera on the trio is also identical which has a resolution of 13 MP.

Verdict

Also Read: Xiaomi To Launch The Redmi K20 Flagship Smartphone On The 28th Of May

If the user has a defined budget and cannot expend more than Rs 12000, both the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7s are worthy options. If the user wants more storage space they can opt for the 4 GB + 64 GB Note 7, while if the focus is on photography, we would suggest the Note 7s. By spending just Rs 1,000 more for Redmi Note 7 Pro the buyer ends up with a better camera and chipset.

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May 20, 2019

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Gaming Smartphone To Launch In India On 27 May
The highly anticipated Xiaomi Black Shark 2 gaming smartphone is heading towards its India launch, and it brings a host of features to the table. As per previous reports, the device passed its BIS Certification in India on May 7, 2019, indicating that the smartphone may be released in the same month. Latest reports state that the Black Shark 2 is scheduled for an India launch on May 27. Media invites for the same have confirmed the aforementioned launch date.

Xiaomi Black Shark 2: Specifications, Design & Features

The Black Shark 2 picks up a fair share of design aspects from its predecessor. The smartphone measures 163.61 x 75.01 x 8.77 mm and weighs in at 205 grams. It features a 6.39 inch AMOLED display which is surrounded by thin bezels on all sides. The smartphone’s display has a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 403 ppi. The display panel can reach brightness levels of upto 430 nits and has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The AMOLED display is pressure sensitive, which can offer a variety of implications while playing games on the device. Biometric security options include an in-display fingerprint sensor.

The right side of the smartphone houses the power button and a “shark slider” which when toggled turns on gaming mode for game-focused performance. The left side of the handset houses the volume rockers. The bottom of the device accommodates the USB Type-C port. Since it is a gaming device, it has a vapour cooling chamber to regulate high temperatures while intensive gaming sessions.

Under the hood, the Black Shark 2 runs on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. The smartphone is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which supports fast charging upto 27 W. Connectivity options on the device include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, Dual 4G VoLTE and GPS.

The rear of the Black Shark 2 has a unique design with green coloured decals that run along the sides. The rear panel also houses the brand logo and a dual camera setup, which consists of a 48 MP sensor, 12 MP sensor and an LED Flash. The camera can capture 2160p videos at 30 fps. For selfies, it has a 20 MP front-facing camera which is placed in the bezel above the display. The front camera can also capture 1080p videos at 30 fps.

Xiaomi Black Shark 2: Price, Colours And Storage Options

Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi Note 7s With 48 MP Camera Launched In India

The Black Shark 2 is available in two colour variants which includes Frozen Silver and Shadow Black. The price for different variants of the smartphone are listed below:
- 6 GB + 128 GB – ¥3199 (~Rs 32,600)
- 8 GB + 128 GB – ¥3499 (~Rs 35,700)
- 12 GB + 256 GB – ¥4199 (~Rs 42,800)
Note that the prices for the smartphone might differ at the time of launch, since the prices mentioned above were roughly translated from its Chinese counterpart’s prices.
May 20, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7s With 48 MP Camera Launched In India
Earlier this year Xiaomi turned the Redmi lineup of smartphones into an independent brand. The first device that the newly separated company launched was the Redmi Note 7 which received rave reviews. The smartphone was later launched in India but with a notable change. Both the Indian and Chinese variants of the Redmi Note 7 have a dual rear camera setup but with essentially different sensors. The rear camera setup of India specific Redmi Note 7 has 12 MP + 2 MP sensors while the China specific variant has 48 MP + 5 MP sensors.

This disparity in the choice of sensors faced a major backlash from the Indian community and has been a thorn in the side of Redmi Note 7. To cheer up the consumers, the company has launched the updated Redmi Note 7s in the country which has identical camera sensors as its Chinese counterpart. Other than updated camera sensors, the rest of the specifications are the same as the original device.

Redmi Note 7s Design And Specifications

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

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

The rear panel of Redmi Note 7s harbours the Redmi branding, the fingerprint sensor and the dual camera setup. The smartphone is available in three colour options which are as follows:
- Sapphire Blue
- Ruby Red
- Onyx Black
The dual rear camera setup of the smartphone is comprised of a 48 MP Samsung ISOCELL GM1 sensor and a 5 MP secondary depth sensor. The front facing selfie camera of the device uses a 13 MP sensor which is housed in the waterdrop notch above the device. Appreciably, it also has the P2i hydrophobic nano coating which will allow the device to sustain accidental liquid spillages.

The Redmi Note 7s packs the Snapdragon 660 SoC which consists of Adreno 512 GPU and an Octa-Core CPU. Out of the eight CPU cores, four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 1.8 GHz for better battery efficiency and four Kryo 260 cores are clocked at 2.2 GHz for maximum performance. It is powered by a large 4,000 mAh battery which supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0. The Quick Charge 4.0 support allows the handset to be charged with 18 watts of maximum power. Connectivity options on the device include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and FM Radio. It also has a whole host of sensors which include an accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and a compass.

Redmi Note 7s Price And Availability

Also Read: Xiaomi To Launch The Redmi K20 Flagship Smartphone On The 28th Of May

The Redmi Note 7s will be available for purchase from the 22rd of May on Flipkart.com, Mi.com and Mi offline stores. It is available in two storage variants for which the price is as follows:
- 3 GB + 32 GB- Rs 10,9999
- 4 GB+ 64 GB- Rs 12,999
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May 20, 2019
Xiaomi To Launch The Redmi K20 Flagship Smartphone On The 28th Of May
Redmi separated from its parent company Xiaomi back in the month of January to exist as an independent brand. It has since then launched several smartphones including the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7 etc. The company previously revealed that it will launch a flagship-grade smartphone which will be called the Redmi K20 soon. Now, it has announced the highly anticipated handset will be launched in China on the 28th of May.

Redmi K20

As mentioned above, the Redmi K20 will be the first flagship smartphone from the company. It is expected to have a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. Previous leaks reveal the device will have a 6.39 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate of the smartphone, a pop-up mechanism housing the front-facing camera is expected. For biometric security, the handset will have an optical in display fingerprint scanner and will support face unlock technology.

As it will be a flagship smartphone, the Redmi K20 is expected to be kitted with the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. It is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, it is expected to sport a triple rear camera system. This has been leaked to be a triple camera arrangement comprised of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48MP primary sensor; combined with an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide sensor; a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 20MP front-facing camera may be housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handset. For memory and storage, the device is expected to be available in a plethora of options, which are listed below.
- 6GB+64GB
- 6GB+128GB
- 8GB+128GB
- 8GB+256GB
Past leak reveals the Redmi K20 will be powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for 27W fast wired charging. The company has confirmed the smartphone will have a 3.5mm headphone jack and support for NFC. In terms of colour options, the device will be available in three colour options namely, Carbon Fiber Black, Glacier Blue and Flame Red.

Pricing & Availability

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The Redmi K20 flagship smartphone will be made official at an event in China on the 28th of May. It is expected to be announced soon after for the Indian market as well with an expected price tag under Rs. 30,000.
May 20, 2019
Xiaomi Will Soon Launch An Ultrabook Laptop Called The RedmiBook 14
Xiaomi has never confined itself in terms of the number of products it offers. It has an ever-expanding portfolio of products ranging from consumer electronics to clothing to even electric scooters. A fresh report claims that the company will soon launch an ultraportable laptop which will carry the RedmiBook 14 moniker. To further strengthen the claims, the specification sheet of the laptop has also been leaked.

RedmiBook 14 Features and Design

Mi Notebook Air

Even though the source lacks real-life images of the RedmiBook 14, it reports the upcoming device will have a silver metal body that measures 309.6 mm x 210.9 mm x 14.8 mm and weighs 1.3 Kg. As the name suggests, it will sport a 14-inch display that has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 px. Under the hood, it will pack an 8th Gen Intel Core i5 CPU which has dual cores and four threads.

The RedmiBook 14 will run on the Windows 10 64 bit operating system. In terms of memory and storage, it will be available in two storage variants which are as follows:
- 4 GB DDR4 RAM + 128 GB SSD
- 8 GB DDR4 RAM + 256 GB SSD
The upcoming device also has a MicroSDHC card reader which can either be used for increasing the inbuilt storage or transferring data. For easy operability, it will have a full size island-style backlit keyboard with numeric keypad. An island style keyboard has isolated keys that decreases the chances of mistyping. Like most modern smartphones, it will also have a fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking the device.

RedmiBook 14 Price And Launch

Mi Notebook Air

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Xiaomi is yet to reveal the official launch date of the RedmiBook 14. However, the source claims it will be released in the month of July later this year. The precise price of the ultraportable laptop will be revealed at the time of the official launch. Though coming from the house of Redmi it will be priced aggressively.
May 18, 2019
Everything We Know About The Redmi K20
It has been long speculated that Xiaomi’s subsidiary Redmi will launch a flagship smartphone. This device has been revealed to be called the K20 and will be the first flagship offering by the company since it separated from its parent company back in the month of January. Redmi has been dropping hints and teasing the handset left and right, in addition to which the previous leaks of the K20 have revealed almost every key detail about it. Here is what to expect from the upcoming flagship smartphone from Redmi.

Redmi K20

As mentioned above, the Redmi K20 will be the first flagship offering by the company. It has gone all out in promoting the smartphone on the Chinese social networking website Weibo. To maintain the hype regarding it, the retail packaging and official case of the K20 has been showcased.

Previous leaks reveal the device will have a 6.39 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The front of the device will be protected using the Corning Gorilla Glass 6 which should make it resistant to scratches and drops from a considerable height. To maximise the screen real estate, a pop-up mechanism to house the front-facing camera is expected. For biometric security, the company has confirmed the handset will have an optical in display fingerprint scanner.

The past leaks claim the Redmi K20 will be kitted with the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC. It is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, images of the case exhibit a vertical camera setup. This has been leaked to be a triple camera arrangement comprised of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48MP primary sensor; combined with an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide sensor; a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 20MP front-facing camera may be housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handset. For memory and storage, the device is expected to be available in a plethora of options, which are listed below.
- 6GB+64GB
- 6GB+128GB
- 8GB+128GB
- 8GB+256GB
Also read: OnePlus 7 Pro: Unboxing and Hands On

The leak also insinuates the Redmi K20 will be powered by a 4000 mAh battery with support for Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 4+ technology. The company has confirmed the smartphone will have a 3.5mm headphone jack and support for NFC. In terms of colour options, the device will be available in three colour options namely, Carbon Fiber Black, Glacier Blue and Flame Red. It is expected to be unveiled on the 20th of May at a lucrative price tag. The handset will compete with the latest OnePlus 7 Pro and the company has been throwing jabs at the latter while teasing the K20.
May 18, 2019
Redmi Note 7s Camera Samples Revealed, Show Off Daylight And Low Light Shots

Redmi is making an aggressive entry into the budget-midrange smartphone segment in India. The company received positive reviews for its latest devices, the Redmi Y3 and the Redmi 7, which targeted the budget smartphone segment. As per previous leaks and reports, Xiaomi is gearing up for the release of the Redmi Note 7s on May 20. Ahead of the launch of the same, camera samples of the Redmi Note 7s have been revealed by the company, which confirms that it will feature a dual rear camera system.

The samples include a multitude of images, which are captured in different lighting conditions. The daylight-captured images depict a sharp image with good colour contrast. The images captured in a low light showcase a decent amount of details with low noise. Since both the Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro feature Night Mode, the upcoming device is expected to sport a similar option as well.

Also Read: OnePlus 7 Pro Launched With 90Hz Display And Snapdragon 855 SoC

In terms of optics, the smartphone is expected to feature a dual rear camera module with a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary sensor. The watermark on the revealed images confirm this speculation. For selfies, the smartphone will have a 13MP front camera that is expected to be housed in a waterdrop notch up front. Under the hood, it is expected to be kitted with the Snapdragon 660 chipset, which consists of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 512 GPU. Xiaomi is expected to keep the specifications of the Redmi Note 7s similar to the Chinese variant of the Redmi Note 7. As far as the price is concerned, it is expected to be priced between INR 10,000 and INR 15,000.

May 17, 2019
Redmi 7A Budget Smartphone Leaked On TENAA, Launch Imminent

Xiaomi’s subsidiary Redmi launched its latest smartphones, the Redmi 7 and Redmi Y3 back in the month of April. Both devices cater to the budget smartphone market in India and have been received well with the audience. Now, fresh leaks have surfaced revealing another budget handset from the company is in the works. The smartphone, alleged to be the Redmi 7A has been leaked on Chinese certification TENAA’s website. The listing exposes the design of the upcoming device.

Redmi 7A

The Redmi 7A, as mentioned above, will be a budget offering from the company. It will succeed the Redmi 6A smartphone which was introduced last year. The listing on TENNA unveils what the upcoming device will look like. From the images, it is comprehended the handset may feature a polycarbonate design. Its front is dominated by a display, the size of which is unknown at the moment. Unlike the latest devices by Redmi, the 7A doesn’t sport a waterdrop on top. It instead has considerable bezels on all sides with a company branding at the chin. The front camera, along with the earpiece and other sensors, presumably the light and proximity sensors will be housed on the top bezel.

Also read: Samsung Galaxy M40 With Punch Hole Display To Launch In India In June

The right of the Redmi 7A houses the volume rockers and the power button beneath it. The left side of the smartphone remains empty save for the SIM card tray which may feature a dual SIM slot. Over at the back, the device will have a single rear camera with LED flash. Like current handsets from the company, it will also have the Redmi branding on the bottom but unlike those smartphones, the branding will be vertically placed. Unfortunately, the listing does not mention further details about the 7A like its specifications, launch date and price. But as it has been granted certification in China, it is expected to be announced soon in the country.

May 17, 2019
Flagship Redmi Smartphones Will Be Called K20 & K20 Pro, Storage & Colour Variants Tipped
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has been speculated to launch a flagship smartphone for a while; since it separated from its parent company in the month of January this year. It was leaked a while ago that the company is planning on launching two devices instead of one in the month of May. Now fresh reports and leaks have surfaced which reveal the upcoming Redmi smartphones will be called the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro. Details about the storage and colour variants of the handsets have also been leaked.

Redmi K20, K20 Pro

The upcoming smartphones from Redmi, the K20 and the K20 Pro will be the first flagship offering from the company. The latest leak reveals the devices will be available in three colour options namely, Carbon Fiber Black, Glacier Blue and Flame Red. For memory and storage, the handsets are expected to be available in a plethora of options, which are listed below.
- 6GB+64GB
- 6GB+128GB
- 8GB+128GB (Exclusive to K20 Pro)
- 8GB+256GB
While the leak doesn’t mention further details about the smartphones; the previous leaks provide the required information. The Redmi K20 series is expected to have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution. To maximise the screen real estate, a pop-up mechanism to house the front-facing camera has been revealed to be present on the devices. For biometric security and rapidly unlocking the handset, an in display fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology will be present on the smartphones.

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The Redmi K20 series is expected to run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which comprises of the octa-core Kryo 485 processor and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphones may feature a triple rear camera setup, comprised of a 48MP primary sensor; an 8MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary 16MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, a 32MP sensor is expected to be present in the pop-up mechanism of the devices. It is also speculated that the handsets will feature the 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. It is expected that Xiaomi will announce the K20 series as the Poco F2 in certain global markets with a price under Rs. 30,000 in India.
May 13, 2019
Xiaomi Wants You To Buy Phones From A Vending Machine
Chinese conglomerate Xiaomi is an unconventional company when it comes to their business strategies. It was the first company in India to exclusively sell smartphones online which allowed to offer feature rich smartphones at lower prices in comparison to its competitors. Furthermore, in order to expand its offline growth the company opened thousands of small stores in areas like villages across the country. Another unorthodox initiative taken by the company is the newly installed electronics vending machine which the company is referring to as a Mi Express Kiosk.

Xioami India’s senior executive, Manu Kumar Jain on his Twitter account shared images of the aforementioned vending machine. Called the Mi Express Kiosk, it sells smartphones and smartphone accessories. The machine has been installed in Manyata Tech Park which is located in Bengaluru and the company reports to bring more of these to different locations soon.

In terms of design, the Mi Express Kiosk resembles a traditional vending machine with a see-through glass pane that displays the offered products. To buy a certain product, the user can select options with the help of a large touch screen display which is placed on the top right side of the unit. The mode of payment that the Mi Express Kiosk supports include Cash, Debit or Credit Card or even UPI transfer. The idea of a machine selling electronics does seem innovative but the fact cannot be denied that vending machines never really took off in the country. Primarily due to the following reason:
- Users perceive purchasing products from machines a complicated process.
- Security is another factor that has limited the adaptation of vending machines. With cases arising from ATM’s being looted, vending machine with expensive electronics would be looted if security is not in sight.
However, Xiaomi has designed a simple UI that is easy to use. Also, the machines are likely to be installed in generally safer locations like malls and airports. To conclude, only time will tell whether these machines take over the country with storm or fail miserably.

Also Read: Apple To Open Largest Store In The Indian Subcontinent In Mumbai

What are your thoughts on the Mi Express Kiosk? Will you buy a smartphone from a vending machine?

Do let us know in the comments below!
May 13, 2019
Redmi To Launch Two New Phones With Snapdragon 855
Separated from Xiaomi as an independent brand, Redmi has had great success in the Asian markets. According to reports , Redmi is expected to launch its first flagship smartphone soon. Rumours and leaks have brought a lot of features and specifications of the device to light. However, the launch date of the Redmi handset still remains unknown, owing to the fact that the company has decided not to divulge any details. Recent leaks suggest that the company may release not just one, but two new flagship devices in China soon.

The leak further suggests that the smartphones will be available in three colour variants: Blue, Red and Carbon Fiber. Furthermore, both the handsets will sport a similar storage scheme, which will be spread over 4 different configurations:
- 6GB RAM + 128GB storage
- 6GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage
Previous leaks have also revealed that the flagship smartphone may carry the “K20 Pro” tag. The GM of Redmi purposely leaked information regarding the in-display fingerprint sensor present in the device. He posted a screenshot that clearly exhibited the location of the scanner beneath the display. Another leak formerly suggested that the upcoming Redmi flagship smartphone may feature a pop-up selfie camera, which will lead to a full-screen display.

Redmi X Render

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The Redmi flagship devices are expected to run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which comprises of the octa-core Kryo 485 processor and the Adreno 640 GPU. It is also speculated that the devices will feature the 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. The Xiaomi sub-brand is likely to host a press event in China on May 13 2019, which can unveil some concrete developments regarding the two flagship smartphones.

Whether Redmi will launch these phones in other markets, including India, is presently unknown. The only question that would remain; which flagship phone to buy and from which Xiaomi brand; Mi, Redmi or Poco ?
May 10, 2019
Upcoming Redmi Flagship To Feature An In Display Fingerprint Scanner & Great Battery Life

Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi is headed towards the launch of its first ever flagship grade smartphone. The device has been densely surrounded in rumours and leaks, but the latest information revealed regarding the handset is not a leak at all. Rather, the General Manager of Redmi, Lu Weibing has confirmed a couple of new features that will make their way into the company’s upcoming smartphone, which include an in-display fingerprint scanner and an excellent battery life.

Redmi Flagship Device: All We Know So Far

As posted on the popular Chinese social website Weibo, the alleged Redmi K20 Pro will feature a fingerprint sensor that will be embedded beneath the display. The GM of Redmi posted a screenshot of the unlocking screen of the smartphone, which clearly depicts the spot where the supposed optical fingerprint scanner is located. Furthermore, Lu Weibing also commended the battery performance of the device, which he deemed to “exceed his expectations”. Although the battery capacity of the Redmi handset was not revealed, previous leaks suggest that it will be 4000 mAh with support for 27W fast charging.

Redmi X Render

The smartphone runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which comprises of the Kryo 485 Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, it sports a triple camera module consists of a 48 MP sensor , a 20 MP sensor and a third unknown sensor, which may be a depth sensor. In terms of the front camera, the smartphone is expected to house the same in a pop-up camera mechanism. However, the specifications of the front camera are still unknown.

Also Read: 2019 iPhone XR Will Have Dual Rear Cameras Reveal Renders

Former leaks have suggested that the Redmi device sports a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution. Other details including the price, resolution of front-facing selfie camera and storage variants will be publicised once it officially launches. The company has not revealed any other information about the smartphone as of now, so an official statement is highly awaited. As per reports, the Chinese company is expected to make an announcement regarding the Redmi device on May 13 or May 20.

May 9, 2019
Xiaomi To Soon Launch The Mi A3 And A3 Lite In India Hints Teaser

After the phenomenal success of the Redmi Note 7 and the Note 7 Pro in the country. Xiaomi is gearing for the launch of another feature-rich device whose posters have been shared on the Mi community website. The said poster questions ‘Guess What’s Coming’ which is accompanied by a diagram. Closely inspecting the image suggests that the company might actually launch two smartphones instead of one.

Apparently, the diagram from the poster is hinting the features of the upcoming handsets. Allegedly, the inner ring in the aforementioned diagram denotes the single selfie camera on upcoming devices. While the second ring denotes a double camera and a triple camera setup which the smartphones will feature. It is assumed that the upcoming smartphone duo includes the Mi A3 and the Mi A3 Lite. To further strengthen the claim, the company is long anticipated to unveil the successors of the Mi A2 and the Mi A2 Lite (aka Redmi 6 Pro) from last year.

Great meeting Rajen @rajen_vagadia & Kedar from #Qualcomm.@Xiaomi & @Qualcomm have always worked together to bring the latest & the best!

Breaking news: A new #Xiaomi phone with latest #Snapdragon 7_ _ (announced just 2 weeks ago) is coming to India very soon!

Any guesses? ? pic.twitter.com/TnrnTOr4PI
— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) April 26, 2019

Even though precise details about both the Mi A3 and the Mi A3 Lite are unavailable, key features can be drawn from their predecessor. Being members of Xiaomi’s A series, the Mi A3 and the Mi A3 Lite are destined to run a stock version of Android along with Android one certification. Late last month, Xioami India head, Manu Kumar Jain shared a Tweet which notified that the company will soon launch a smartphone with the Snapdragon 730 SoC. And the Mi A3 might be kitted with the said chipset.

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Furthermore, smartphones in the Mi A lineup are recognised for their camera performance and the upcoming handsets are expected to follow suit. All in all, to get more details about the smartphones we will have to wait patiently until we hear next from the company.

May 8, 2019
Redmi Flagship To Be Called K20 Pro Reveals Leaked Protective Sticker

Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has been long awaited to launch a high-end smartphone that will pack flagship grade features. Past leaks claimed the handset would be called Redmi X. But, a fresh leak suggests that the previous leaks were offbeat and it might actually be called the “Redmi K20 Pro”. The protective sticker for the display of the device has been exposed which exhibits its key specifications that correspond to a flagship smartphone.

Redmi K20 Pro Features

The legitimacy of the leak cannot be verified, as the image was not shared by a renowned leakster. However, the quality of the leaked document states that it is indeed authentic. Subsequently, the Redmi K20 Pro runs on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is also present devices like the Lenovo Z6 Pro, Xiaomi Black Shark 2 and Galaxy S10 (US variant). For photography, it sports a triple camera module which is comprised of a 48 MP sensor, a 20 MP sensor. While the details of the third sensor are unknown, it is likely to be a depth sensor or a TOF (Time Of Flight) sensor similar to one found on the Honor V20.

Leaked Redmi X

Talking about the display, the Redmi K20 Pro sports a 6.39 inch AMOLED display which is destined to have Full HD+ resolution. The leaked document reveals that the device is powered by a large 4,000 mAh battery. Noteworthy, it also supports 27 W fast charging which can speedily charge the device from zero to full. Other details including the price, resolution of front-facing selfie camera and storage variants will be publicised once it officially launches.

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Xiaomi is yet to announce the official launch date of the Redmi K20 Pro, but the number of leaks suggests it will launch soon.

May 7, 2019