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Redmi Note 9 Pro, Pro Max go official w/ Snapdragon 720G, quad cameras, more
Xiaomi’s spin-off brand Redmi has unveiled yet another pair of handsets, this time in the form of the Redmi Note 9 Pro and Pro Max.
[Update: Official fix available] The Android 10 update for the Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite appears to be bricking devices
The Android One program should mean that updates are pretty quick and pain-free, but as some Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite owners are finding, the Android 10 update has been pretty painful all things considered.
Report: Google’s recently acquired Fitbit accounted for 6% of wearable market in 2019
The challenges facing Google in the wearables arena won’t instantly be solved by the recent acquiring of Fitbit, but after claiming 6% of the market share in 2019, at least it now some sort of “foothold” in the wearable space.
Xiaomi Mi 10 global launch moved to March 27th w/ online stream
The Xiaomi Mi 10 went official in China earlier this year and, originally, it was supposed to launch globally at MWC. Due to concerns over the rapidly spreading COVID-19 coronavirus, though, that launch was canceled. Now, the Xiaomi Mi 10 has a new global launch date.
Xiaomi shows off 40W wireless charging, full charge in just 40 minutes [Video]
Wireless charging is incredibly convenient and, finally, it’s mainstream too. However, one challenge the tech has always had is the speed of charging. Now, we’re finally making progress with that and Xiaomi is showing off a 40W wireless charging pad that it may use on future phones.
Stunning Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha prototype shown off in video w/ wraparound display
In 2020, a lot of Android manufacturers are showing off crazy concepts of what’s possible with display technology, with Samsung especially pushing foldable smartphones. Now, Xiaomi is further showing off its Mi Mix Alpha prototype in a video with YouTuber MKBHD.
Xiaomi Black Shark 3 gaming phone teasers hint at magnetic charging, 65W speeds
Gaming phones have started popping up all over the place in the Android world and one of the most interesting has been Xiaomi’s Black Shark series. Now, ahead of its official announcement, Xiaomi is teasing the Black Shark 3 and it has some interesting points regarding power, including a magnetic charging system.
Xiaomi apologizes over slowed Android updates due to coronavirus outbreak
The outbreak of the novel coronavirus — officially known as COVID-19 — is wreaking havoc on the tech industry, and now, Xiaomi is warning that the virus’ impact could slow down Android updates.
Xiaomi Mi 10 goes official w/ 108MP and 90Hz OLED, but global launch is delayed
After teasing the device over the past few days, Xiaomi has officially announced the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro. Here’s what you need to know about the company’s latest flagships.
[Update: 30W wireless charging] Xiaomi shows off Mi 10 in official teaser w/ quad-camera
Xiaomi is just days away from launching its next major smartphones, the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro, and this week the company has confirmed the design and a few details about the company’s next big release.
Huawei, Oppo, Xiaomi, and Vivo working to strengthen each other’s Android app stores [U]
In the midst of its struggles with a ban from the US government, Huawei has been working on alternatives to the Play Store. Now, a report from Reuters is shedding light on plans from Huawei, Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo to create a Play Store competitor of sorts.
[Update: Confirmed] Pocophone ‘Poco F2’ name revealed in Xiaomi trademark application
In 2018, Pocophone, a sub-brand of Xiaomi, released the Poco F1, which has remained a strong contender for the title of best affordable Android phone. A newly discovered trademark application points to the existence of a Pocophone Poco F2.
POCO splits from Xiaomi to become completely independent brand
Xiaomi has spun off its popular POCO sub-brand into an independent brand in its own right.
[Updated: Resolved] Google disables Xiaomi camera integration after Nest Hub shows random homes
Smart security cameras can be an extremely useful tool, but they can also be a cause for concern when it comes to privacy. This week, a potentially serious security issue has appeared with Xiaomi’s smart cameras when viewed through a Google Nest Hub.
[Update: Mi A3 in mid-Feb] The Android 10 update is now available for the Xiaomi Mi A2
The Android 10 update is now rolling out for the Android One-powered Xiaomi Mi A2 after quite an extended wait.
Xiaomi’s next smartwatch, the ‘Mi Watch Color,’ has a round design
Xiaomi debuted a smartwatch based on Google’s Wear OS earlier this year in China, but its square, Apple Watch-looking design may not be for everyone. Now, Xiaomi is testing another new smartwatch with the “Mi Watch Color” which has a more traditional round design.
Report: Samsung and Oppo dominate the Android smartphone top sellers for Q3 2019
According to the latest report from Counterpoint Research, while iPhone XR still remains the top-selling smartphone for Q3 2019, Samsung and Oppo dominate the top 10 globally selling Android smartphones.
Xiaomi, Oppo, Motorola, HMD confirm devices built on 5G-ready Snapdragon 865
At the Snapdragon Tech Summit here in Maui, Hawaii, several of Qualcomm’s partners have confirmed forthcoming devices that will be built on the new 5G-ready Snapdragon 865 system-on-a-chip. Xiaomi, Oppo, and Lenovo (Motorola) are all confirming the development of flagship smartphones that will pack the Snapdragon 865, while HMD Global also says it has plans for Snapdragon 765-powered devices.
Xiaomi’s Wear OS-based Apple Watch clone adds support for iPhones
Xiaomi launched its first Wear OS smartwatch earlier this year and it’s basically an Apple Watch clone running a skinned Wear OS. Now, the Xiaomi Mi Watch is adding support for iPhones with an update.
[Update: Mi Note 10 unveiled] Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro goes official w/ first 108-megapixel smartphone camera
The Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro has gone official with a landmark 108-megapixel penta-camera setup.
Xiaomi Mi Watch goes official and runs a MIUI-skinned version of Wear OS
The Xiaomi Mi Watch has now been officially unveiled, with the Wear OS-powered smartwatch bearing a striking resemblance to the Apple Watch.
Xiaomi Mi Box S beta update delivers Android TV w/ Pie, Amazon Prime Video
One of the most affordable ways to get Android TV in your living room is with the affordable Xiaomi Mi Box S. Now, that device is getting a pretty huge update. Xiaomi appears to be rolling out a beta update to some Mi Box S users which brings the Amazon Prime Video app.
Xiaomi Mi Watch shows off Snapdragon Wear 3100, UI for China in latest teasers
We’ve been learning about Xiaomi’s Mi Watch over the past few days but the teasers aren’t stopping. Today, Xiaomi has posted another Mi Watch teaser that shows off the UI for the first time as well as confirming a key spec.
[Update: Rolling out now] Android 10-based MIUI 11 road map revealed w/ Poco F1 update date
Xiaomi’s Android-based MIUI 11 road map has been revealed via the official MIUI India Twitter account, where they confirmed that the update will roll out from October 22.
