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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”.

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.

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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.

June 25, 2019
DxOMark Ranks Xiaomi Mi 9 As The Best Video Shooter, Samsung Galaxy S10+ Best For Selfies

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

Xiaomi Mi 9

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

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

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

Samsung Galaxy S10+

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

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

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

February 22, 2019
Xiaomi Launches The Mi 9 In China
Xiaomi has launched its latest flagship, the Mi 9 in an event in Beijing, China. The smartphone offers top-tier specifications and has a glass sandwich design. The device is targeted towards power users who don’t want to spend a lot of money on a smartphone.

Build & Features

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

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

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

Price & Availablity

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

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

History Of Wireless Charging

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

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

Xiaomi Wireless Charger Power Bank

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

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

February 16, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Full Specs and Images Leak Before Launch

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

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

Xiaomi Mi 9 Specifications

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

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

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

February 14, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Will Launch In China On February 20

Xiaomi shared an image on its Weibo account yesterday, which indicated that an important announcement regarding a new smartphone is on the line. A lot of people expected the device to be the new Mi 9. Even though the poster didn’t reveal a lot of information, it pointed towards a time of 10.00 a.m. While keeping things interesting, they used an all-black image of a digital alarm clock from MIUI.

Launch Information

As of today, Xiaomi has announced that they will host a launch event for the Mi 9 on February 20. The Mi 9 will be a flagship device, and Xiaomi Executives are claiming that the smartphone is the best looking handset from Xiaomi so far. They also claim that the device will be very powerful in terms of performance, which we’ll have to see when the device gets launched.

Expected Specifications

Previous reports indicate that the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 9 will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC, with an octa-core CPU. The phone’s performance can be analyzed from its Geekbench score, which showed up back in January. The Mi 9 racked up a single-core score of 3158 and a multi-core score of 11174 points.

The device is also expected to support 27W fast charging, and it will probably run Android 9 Pie out-of-the-box, with MI’s custom UI on top. The smartphone may have a triple-camera setup (arranged vertically) to compete with the other smartphones in the category. A 48 MP + 12 MP + 3D ToF camera setup may be revealed to us in the end after all. The phone is speculated to sport a 6.4 inch display, with an in-display fingerprint sensor. The Mi 9 may be powered by a 3,500 mAh battery.

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All these features hint towards the fact that Xiaomi is looking to compete aggressively in the mid-budget phone segment. The Chinese brand is going up against brands like Motorola, Honor, and Samsung. And looking at Xiaomi’s position in the market right now, it’s a risk-worthy step to take.

February 13, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Confirmed, Certified By The IMDA In Singapore

Xiaomi is expected to release the Mi 9 soon. The Chinese manufacturer launches its flagship in the first quarter of the year, so the next flagship can come anytime soon. The Mi 9 rumors have been doing the rounds on the internet for quite some time. Leaks confirm that the Mi 9 exists and has been certified by the IMDA in Singapore.

The Mi 9 was earlier reported to be designed by the same person who designed the Mi 6, Mi Liu. The smartphone is expected to be cutting edge and the best Xiaomi has ever made. The Mi series has always been about been about being value for money and offer top specs.

Mi 9 Specifications

The Xiaomi Mi 9 is expected to be a powerful flagship for 2019. The Mi 9 will have a 6.4 inch AMOLED display with a notch on the front. The display will have a FullHD+ resolution. It will feature the Snapdragon 855 coupled with the Adreno 640 GPU. The smartphone may come in two versions, one with 6GB of RAM with 128GB storage and another with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage.

It will feature fingerprint scanner under the display. The device is expected to have 3 cameras at the back, the specs of which are unknown at the moment. But there likely will be a 48MP sensor among them. The device will support fast wired charging, up to 27W.

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There is no official announcement from the company regarding a launch date as of now, but expect the Mi 9 to release in a few months. The pricing, though not confirmed, could be around the $500 tag. The Mi 9 will go head to head with the next OnePlus flagship, reportedly called the OnePlus 7. Xiaomi may unveil the Mi 9 at MWC 2019 in Barcelona.

February 9, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Will Have AMOLED Display And Triple Rear Cameras
Xiaomi launched the Mi 8 smartphone in Q2 of 2018. Its successor the Mi 9 has leaked on the Chinese website Weibo. In comparison to its predecessor, the Mi 9 has a larger screen, latest Snapdragon processor and Quick Charge 4.0 support.

Mi 9 Specifications

According to the source, the Mi 9 measures 155 × 75 × 7.6mm and sports a 6.4-inch AMOLED display. The display panel on the smartphone has a Full HD resolution and a 19:9 aspect ratio. Additionally, the handset has a small waterdrop notch above the display that houses the 24 MP Sony IMX576 camera sensor. Under the hood, the device features the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa-Core CPU and Andreno 640 GPU.

Xiaomi Mi 8

The Mi 9 is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery and runs on MIUI 10 which is built on top of latest Android 9.0 Pie. The device also supports Quick Charge 4.0 which allows it to be charged with 32 watts of power. For securely unlocking the device, it also has an in-display fingerprint sensor. The source states that the base model of the device will have 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB and other higher storage variants are also expected. The upcoming device will have triple rear camera sensors which are as follows:
- 48 MP Sony IMX586
- 1200 MP
- TOF (Time Of Flight)
Launch Date And Price

Xiaomi Mi 8

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The Mi 9 is expected to launch in the month of March and the source claims the base variant of the device will cost 2999 CNY (around Rs 30,500).
January 4, 2019