1. Chinese Innovation

Hailed as the Apple iPhone X of the east, the Mi Mix 2 offers chinese innovation from the manufacture Xiaomi. Despite only releasing its first smartphone into the Chinese market in August 2011, The company is now the fifth-largest smartphone vendor globally. The company even overtook Samsung to become the largest smartphone brand in India late last year.

Lei Jun, founder and CEO of Xiaomi, has continued the hype with the Mi Mix 2 stating that : “With the device, the future is now here. It has evolved from a design and technology test-bed into a user-friendly phone catered to a wider consumer group than ever before, while still evoking the wow factor.”

2. Display

An upgrade to the original Mi Mix (which was hailed as the most interesting release of 2016), the updated Xiaomi Mix 2’s display is just as impressive. Whilst the overall dimensions of the handset are now 11.9% smaller than Mi MIX, the device still has a 5.99-inch screen with a popular 18:9 full screen display. This delivers a stunning appearance, with the screen almost entirely filling up the front surface. The tall, thin aspect allows the device to fits in perfectly among the current elongated flagships such as the LG V30 or iPhone X, and makes for great one-handed use.

Experience the true immersive full display design with Mi MIX 2’ large 5.99″ display. The chin size is 12% smaller than its predecessor Mi MIX and the display comes with a 18:9 aspect ratio – a result of our relentless pursuit in technology innovation. The innovation in full screen display technology introduces a narrower chin, smaller front camera, and a hidden proximity sensor that fits Mi MIX 2 perfectly in your palm.

3. Design

Co-designed with French industrial designer Philippe Starck, Mi MIX 2 is dressed to impress with its four-sided curved ceramic back plate and 18-karat gold-plated decorative camera rim, yet is highly durable with its aerospace-grade aluminum alloy frame. The super-fast fingerprint scanner is positioned on the rear of the handset, above it you’ll find the 12-megapixel camera and below the USB Type C port.

The bottom edge of the device is home to the USB Type-C port and one of two speakers (the other is in the earpiece), and the volume and power buttons reside on the right-hand edge. The SIM card tray – which accepts two nano-SIMs at once – is on the opposite edge.

4. Specs:

Mi MIX 2 delivers the ultimate high-performance experience, that can handle pretty much any task you throw at it. powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor and 6GB RAM and Adreno 540 graphics. It offers LTE+ connectivity with 43 bands and six network modes making the device perfect for global use..

When it comes to running apps, the large amount of RAM and speedy processor make light work of anything you happen to throw at the device.

The handset runs on Android 7.1 operating system, with a My UI software reskin, making the setup process was slightly different to other Android phones. Whilst different, the MIUI is such a clean and refined UI that it offers a really solid reliability.

On the battery life front, the Mi Mix 2′s 3,400mAh battery is reasonably capacious for a phone of this size. we got an average of 5 hours screen-on-time throughout 12+ hour workdays, and getting power back isn’t a big deal with Quick Charge 3.0, which can top it up in no time.

5. Camera:

The Mi Mix 2 comes with a 12MP Sony IMX368 rear sensor which features HDR, face detection and 4-axis OIS (optical image stabilization). On the front, it has a 5MP camera that has unconventionally been placed at the right corner of the chin to achieve the seamless bezel-free design.

The camera app is super prompt to load and shoot , the HDR capture helps with exposure in lower light situations.

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This budget friendly handset from Xiaomi is packed full of features to keep your tech needs and bank balance happy at the same time.

Here’s the specs at a glance:

• Dimensions: 139.9 x 70.4 x 8.5 mm (5.51 x 2.77 x 0.33 in)
• Weight: 131.5 g (4.66 oz)
• Build: Plastic body
• SIM: Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM/ Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
• Display: 5.0 inches IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colours, 68.0 cm2 (~69.0% screen-to-body ratio), Resolution, 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~296 ppi density), Multitouch
• OS: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
• Chipset; Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425
• CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
• GPU: Adreno 308
• Memory Card slot: microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot)
• Internal: 16/32 GB, 2 GB RAM
• Primary Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR, panorama
• Video: 1080p@30fps, check quality
• Front Camera: 5 MP, f/2.2
• Alert types: Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
• Loudspeaker: Yes
• 3.5mm jack: Yes
• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
• Bluetooth: 4.1, A2DP, LE
• GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Infrared port: Yes
• Radio: FM radio
• USB: microUSB 2.0
• Sensors: Accelerometer, gyro, proximity
• Messaging: SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
• Browser: HTML5
• Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3120 mAh battery

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Earlier today we introduced you to the latest device by Xiaomi, the Redmi 5A with dual sim capabilities and 13 megapixel camera.

Here’s the specs at a glance:

• Dimensions: 140.4 x 70.1 x 8.4 mm (5.53 x 2.76 x 0.33 in)
• Weight: 137 g (4.83 oz)
• Build: Front glass, aluminium body
• SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• Display: 5.0 inches IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colours, 68.0 cm² (~69.1% screen-to-body ratio), 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~296 ppi density), Multitouch
• OS: Android 7.1.2 (Nougat)
• Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425
• CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
• GPU: Adreno 308
• Memory Slot: Micro SD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
• Internal Memory:16 GB, 2 GB RAM
• Primary Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2, phase detection autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR, panorama
• Video: 1080p@30fps
• Secondary Camera: 5 MP, f/2.0
• Alert types: Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
• Loudspeaker: Yes
• 3.5mm jack: Yes
• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
• Bluetooth: 4.1, A2DP, LE
• GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Infrared port: Yes
• Radio: FM radio
• USB: microUSB 2.0
• Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity
• Messaging: SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
• Browser: HTML5
• Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery

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Xiaomi are set to be the underdog that takes on Apple in 2018, with value being the key strategy for the Chinese electronics and software company.

Xiaomi offers out designs with high-end specs and sells them at midrange prices, allowing them to become top competition for budget conscious consumers.

The latest device from this company comes in the form of the Xiaomi Redmi 5A, a dual sim handset packed full of appealing tech specs.

Here’s five things you’ll need to know:

1. The design offers all the ports you’ll need:

Whilst companies like Apple are downsizing their port offerings, Xiaomi pack in the full range, with a microUSB port on the bottom of the device, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, microphone, an IR blaster on the top of the device and two SIM trays on the top left side of the smartphone for dual sim capabilities. Xiaomi have also given consumers the option to expand the storage by up to 256 GB using the dedicated microSD card slot.

2. The internals pack a powerful punch

Running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC with a CPU clocked at up to 1.4 GHz, the device offers a speedy user experience. Graphic intensive tasks are a breeze thanks to the ADreno 308 GPU and the 3,000 mAh non removable lithium ion battery will power you through even the longest of gaming sessions. The Redmi 5A comes with Android 7.1.2 Nougat-based MIUI Global 9.1 stable build out of the box, with the nest of MIUI apps and Google Play Store. Xiaomi has also added Microsoft apps such as ‘Word’, ‘Excel’, ‘PowerPoint’, ‘Outlook’, and ‘Skype Lite’ out of the box.

Connectivity is strong with GPS, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth v4.1 with A2DP, and LE support.

3. 5 inch HD IPS LCD Display

The 5.0-inch HD IPS LCD display comes with a 295 PPI pixel density, 1080×1920 pixels and a 70.0% screen-to-body ratio. Usage is bright, with vibrant colours at all viewing angles and excellent readability in various lighting situations.

4. Camera

The Redmi 5A packs in a 13 megapixel rear camera  with f/2.2 aperture, Phase Detection Autofocus and LED flash. You’ll be able to shoot full 1080p HD videos at 30fps and capture selfies and make video calls on s a 5 megapixel front facing camera with f/2.0 aperture for selfies and video calls.

5. Price

Whilst the specifications of the Redmi 5A point towards a high end product, the price will keep your bank balance healthy. With change from £115, you’ll get all the tech you need, without the eye watering price tag.

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Power has a new look in the shape of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, with a 4100mAh battery, 2.5D curved glass and slimmer and tapered edges. The Redmi Note 4 is also supercharged by Snapdragon 625, an octa-core processorchip that uses the most advanced 14nm FinFET technology and is definitely a device to check out if you want a lot of tech for your money.

Here’s the specs at a glance:

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, octa-core 2.0GHz
• 14nm LPP FinFET process
• Choose from 3GB LPDDR3 RAM + 32GB or 4GB LPDDR3 RAM + 64GB eMMC 5.0 Flash
• Up to 128GB expandable MicroSD storage
• 4G Dual SIM (3-choose-2 hybrid SIM tray)
• 4100mAh (typ)/4000mAh (min) battery
• 13MP BSI CMOS camera, PDAF support
• 5MP front camera, Smart and Pro Beautify
• Metal body, Front 2.5D curved glass
• 5.5” full HD display
• Dimensions: 151mm x 76mm x 8.45mm
• Weight: 165g
• Available in Black, Dark grey, Gold

Check out the photo samples taken with the Xiamoi Redmi Note 4 and purchase your device today, with UK and international delivery.

Housing a powerful 13 megapixel CMOS camera, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 allows you to capture the moment, with amazing low light results.

Redmi Note 4 uses a noise-eliminating CMOS sensor with backside illumination (BSI) and larger pixels to give you stunning images even in low light. It also comes with Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF) for 0.1s ultra-fast focusing, which is especially useful for shooting moving objects.

Here’s a few examples to show you just what to expect when shooting with the powerhouse that is the Redmi Note 4:

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Outside of China, Xiaomi (pronounced SHAO-mee) aren’t a household name, but this fledgling company are massive in China,  Hong Kong, and Taiwan. The tech giants are renown for selling high-end smartphones at extremely low cost, to provide the consumer a full on Android experience.

If you’re looking to pack a punch for your money, it’s time to check out the Xiaomi Redmi 4X:

Here’s the specs at a glance:

• Dimensions: 139.2 x 70 x 8.7 mm (5.48 x 2.76 x 0.34 in)
• Weight: 150 g (5.29 oz)
• Build: Front glass, aluminum body
• Display: 5 inches IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colours, 68.9 cm² (~70.7% screen-to-body ratio) 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density), Multitouch, Corning Gorilla Glass, MIUI 8.0, 9.1
• OS: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.2 (Nougat)
• Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435
• CPU: Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
• GPU: Adreno 505
• Memory Card Slot: microSD, up to 128 GB (uses SIM 2 slot)
• Internal: 64 GB, 4 GB RAM or 32 GB, 3 GB RAM or 16 GB, 2 GB RAM
• Primary Camera: 13 MP, f/2.0, phase detection autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, HDR, panorama
• Video: 1080p@30fps,
• Front Camera: 5 MP, f/2.2, 1080p
• Alert types: Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
• Loudspeaker: Yes
• 3.5mm jack: Yes
• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
• Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, LE
• GPS: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
• Infrared port: Yes
• Radio: FM radio
• USB: microUSB 2.0
• Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
• Messaging: SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM
• Browser: HTML5
• Java
• Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 4100 mAh battery
• Stand-by: Up to 432 h (3G)
• Talk time: Up to 36 h (3G)