Xiaomi Mi-series Smartphones

2024

Xiaomi 15 announcement

On October 29, 2024, the new generation flagship smartphone Xiaomi 15 debuted running the HyperOS 2 operating system. The device is available in 20 color options, including bright original versions. Read more here.

Xiaomi 14 Ultra announcement

In February 2024, the presentation of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi 14 Ultra took place. The device received a 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED screen of the company's own design. The display has a resolution of 3200x1440 pixels, a frequency of 120 Hz and a maximum brightness of 3000 nits.

The hardware basis of Xiaomi 14 Ultra is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. The device has 16 GB of RAM and up to 1 TB of permanent memory. According to the developers, compared to the flagship smartphone Xiaomi of the previous generation, the cooling efficiency has increased three times the evaporation chamber.

The capacity of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra battery is 5300 mA·ch. It supports 90W wired charging and 80W wireless charging.

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The main camera is equipped with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-909 sensor with an aperture of f/1.6-f/4.0, as well as a 50-megapixel periscope with a focal length of 120 mm (f/3.0), a 50-megapixel telephoto sensor with a focal length of 75 mm (f/1.8) and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide sensor (12 mm, f/1.8).

The phone has Ultra Zoom technology, which allows you to take pictures 30 times closer. In its Ultra Zoom work, artificial intelligence, which, according to Xiaomi, allows you to significantly improve your pictures. For the operation of the cameras, a separate AI processor is provided.

It is noted that the body of the smartphone is made using the proprietary Dragon Armor Architecture technology. The frame is made of a durable aluminum alloy, and the screen is protected by a special Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass. The developers claim that the phone is resistant to falls and shocks, as well as water and dust (IP68 standard).

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has gone on sale for between €830 and €1,000, depending on the amount of RAM and built-in storage. The device is offered in blue, black and white body colors to choose from.^[1]

2023

Announcement of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi 14

On October 26, 2023, the company Xiaomi announced the flagship smartphones Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro. These are the first devices running the proprietary, operating system HyperOS which is a full-fledged software platform, and not an add-on for, Android as is the case with MIUI.

According to Xiaomi, the HyperOS system provides high performance, accelerated application launch and improved network connectivity. There is a set of integrated large language models of artificial intelligence that can be used to create texts, recognize images and other tasks. For security, TEE (Trusted Execution Environment) tools developed by Xiaomi specialists are used.

Xiaomi 14

The Xiaomi 14 smartphone is equipped with a 6.36-inch display with a resolution of 2670×1200 pixels, an update rate in the range from 1 to 120 Hz, brightness up to 3000 nits, a contrast ratio of 5,000,000: 1, support for HDR10 + and Dolby Vision. The battery with a capacity of 4610 mA·ch is responsible for power supply.

The Xiaomi 14 Pro, in turn, received a 6.73-inch screen with a resolution of 3100×1440 pixels, a refresh rate of 1-120 Hz, a peak brightness of 3000 nits and a contrast ratio of 5,000,000: 1. A 4880 mA·ch battery is installed.

Both smartphones carry a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with an Adreno 750 graphics accelerator, up to 16GB of RAM and a UFS 4.0 flash drive with a capacity of up to 1TB. In front is a 32-megapixel camera with an OmniVision OV32B sensor. The rear camera combines three sensors with 50 million pixels (Leica optics are used). Protection against moisture and dust according to the IP68 standard has been implemented. There are Wi-Fi 7 802.11be and Bluetooth 5.4 adapters, as well as an NFC controller. The price of Xiaomi 14 as of the end of October 2023 starts at $550, the version of Xiaomi 14 Pro - from $685.^[2]

Selling smartphones with pre-installed viruses. There are more and more complaints

In early September 2023, Xiaomi owners smartphones began to receive numerous complaints that their devices behave as if they were infected with a virus. In particular, smartphones, without the permission of users, change the main page browser Chrome in to a mintnav.com that shows annoying advertisements.

The problem manifests itself on devices with a proprietary MIUI 14 interface. Russian owners of Xiaomi devices and the Redmi brand also faced the described phenomenon. Moreover, spontaneous changes in Chrome settings occur both on completely new gadgets with MIUI 14 out of the box, and on those smartphones that received a firmware update to the specified version.

Numerous complaints began to come from Xiaomi smartphone owners that their devices behave as if they were infected with a virus

Xiaomi is caught deliberately introducing malware into its smartphones. The malware is called Mintnav - it changes the Google Chrome home page, redirecting you to a sponsorship resource filled with ads, wrote information security specialist Subhajit Saha.

The Mi Fans Home resource clarifies that the observed situation is explained by the signing of a partnership agreement between Xiaomi and the Mintnav platform. Xiaomi itself denies the use of malware, saying that users can change the main Chrome page in the browser settings at any time. However, third-party experts call Mintnav a potentially unwanted program that can interfere with the Internet.

Mintnav is designed to improve users' digital experiences by providing quick access to current news and websites tailored to their preferences. As with other OEMs, all Xiaomi devices also have their own default home page, the Chinese company said.[3]

2022: Xiaomi Mi 12T Pr smartphone announcement with 200MP camera

On October 4, 2022, Xiaomi launched the premium smartphone Xiaomi Mi 12T Pro, which in the manufacturer's assortment became the first device with a 200 megapixel camera.

Xiaomi 12T Pro is based on the 12 Pro model. It has a curved frosted glass rear panel with a camera module on the back. At the front is a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a frequency of 120 Hz, which in difficult conditions can reach a brightness of 900 nit. Inside the smartphone is the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 + Gen 1 chip paired with 8/12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Xiaomi claims that to provide more efficient cooling, the compartment is 65% larger and 125% more thermal material than the 11T Pro model.

Presented a smartphone with a 200-megapixel camera

A distinctive feature of the 12T Pro is the rear camera. Xiaomi uses a 200-megapixel ISOCELL HP1 1/1.22 "sensor with an f/1.69 aperture and a 8P lens for the main camera. It can combine data from 16 nearby pixels to obtain ultra-detailed images with a resolution of 12.5 megapixels. The camera also has 2x zoom. In addition to the main rear camera, there is an ultra-wide-angle 8 MP f/2.2 and a 2 MP macro camera. On the front of the smartphone is a selfie camera with a resolution of 20 megapixels and an aperture of f/2.24. From camera modes, features such as night mode, ultra-streaming video and 8K video recording are available.

The smartphone is powered by a 5,000 mAh battery with support for 120 W fast charging. Using the included power adapter, the battery is fully charged in less than 20 minutes.

At the start, Xiaomi 12T Pro will be sold in Germany and the UK. Pre-order in Germany is available from October 4, 2022, with retail starting from October 13, 2022. Xiaomi 12T Pro will cost €800 in the country. When ordering before October 18, 2022, the buyer will receive a free Redmi Pad.

In the UK, the Xiaomi 12T Pro will sell for £699 for the 8/128GB model. As part of the promotion from October 20 to 24, 2022, the user, in addition to being able to purchase a phone for £599, will receive a Redmi Pad complete with the purchase.^[4]

2021

Announcement of the Xiaomi 11T Pro smartphone, which charges in 17 minutes

In mid-September 2021, Xiaomi introduced three new items in the Xiaomi 11 line: Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, 11T and 11T Pro. The flagship model charges from 0% to 100% in just 17 minutes. Read more here.

Xiaomi began to independently import smartphones into Russia to combat gray imports and reduce prices

On August 11, 2021, it became known that Xiaomi began to independently import smartphones into Russia to combat gray imports and reduce prices. Read more here.

Official start of sales of smartphones for cryptocurrency

In early August 2021, Xiaomi officially began selling smartphones for cryptocurrency. This was announced by the official seller of the Chinese tech giant in Portugal, Mi Store Portugal, which decided to accept payments in bitcoin.

Bitcoin,, Ethereum Tether and Dash can now be used to buy smartphones Xiaomi, vacuum cleaners,, and smartwatch electroscooters other devices. No restrictions have been reported. It should be noted that among these cryptocurrencies there is Tether, tied to the exchange rate. dollar Xiaomi said that to support the new initiative, it began working with Utrust, a Swiss payment services provider in cryptocurrency. Mi Store Portugal is also accepting its own Utrust (UTK) token from the Swiss company, which rose 25% amid the news.

Xiaomi officially began selling smartphones for cryptocurrency

According to Pedro Maia, head of marketing at Mi Store Portugal, Xiaomi is striving to match its slogan: "Innovation for everyone," and therefore sooner or later it should have entered the cryptocurrency market.

We are a technological, innovative and breakthrough brand. That's why we always want to be one step ahead. We want to enable all true fans of new technologies to buy their favorite gadgets for currency, which is currently called the "most technological money" in the world, he notes.

Portugal Given what is considered the most cryptocurrency-friendly European country due to its tax laws, it is no surprise that Xiaomi has chosen Portugal as a testing ground to handle digital assets. Another major smartphone manufacturer,, Samsung launched a wallet with at blockchain the beginning of 2019, but its retail outlets do not yet accept cryptocurrency.^[5]

Announcement of the folding smartphone Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold

On March 30, 2021, Xiaomi unveiled its first bendable smartphone. The model is called Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold. Read more here.

Announcement of the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra smartphone with an additional screen

At the end of March 2021, the presentation of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra took place, one of the features of which was an additional screen located on the rear camera unit.

This 1.1-inch OLED display has a resolution of 126 x 294 pixels, a maximum brightness of 450 nits and a power saving mode. The manufacturer suggests using this screen as a viewfinder when shooting selfies, always-on-screen with time display, or as a way to check notifications when the phone is lying down.

Flagship smartphone Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

The idea of ​ ​ using an auxiliary screen at the back is not new. For example, this technology was used in Russian YotaPhone smartphones, but the display in them was larger.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is equipped with three cameras at the back: a main sensor of 50 megapixels 1/1.12 inches in size, an ultra-wide-angle module of 48 megapixels and a telephoto lens with fivefold optical zoom of 48 megapixels. Optical image stabilization is provided. On the front side there is a 20 megapixel camera.

Comparison of Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra with competitors

The device also received a 6.8-inch screen with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels, a refresh rate of 120 Hz and support for HDR10 +, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, 8 or 12 GB of RAM and 256 or a 512 GB flash drive. In addition, the smartphone is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, which can be charged using ultra-fast charging at 67 watts (charging from 0 to 100% takes only 36 minutes) with a complete cable and adapter, as well as a wireless method.

The cost of the cheapest version of Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is 5999 yuan (about $915 at the exchange rate as of March 29, 2021), the most expensive - 6999 yuan ($1065). The start of sales of new items is scheduled for April 2.^[6]

Blocking Google services on smartphones in China

In early February 2021, Xiaomi announced that Google's mobile applications (Google Mobile Service package, GMS) "do not meet the requirements." For this reason, after the next update (MIUI 12.5 firmware), the smartphones of the Chinese manufacturer ceased to support the services of the American company.

Xiaomi representatives said that it is impossible to install applications of the American company on smartphones that are not designed for the Google service structure. Thus, owners of Redmi K30 Ultra and Redmi 10X 5G devices have already faced the problem of accessing GMS. Probably all new devices with MIUI 12.5 firmware will also not be compatible with GMS in China. Previously, Chinese users could bypass the ban by downloading certain services manually, but now Xiaomi has completely blocked this feature.

Xiaomi blocks Google services on its smartphones in China

Xiaomi added:

This is not surprising, because most smartphones in China do not support Google Media Services (GMS), since the company's services are prohibited in the country.

Xiaomi smartphone owners outside China should not worry yet, as the Chinese company's restrictive measures apply only to the domestic market. In China, Google Play has many competitors, including the Xiaomi app store itself. The refusal to support Google services is the response of the Chinese company to American sanctions adopted by the US Department of Defense. As of February 2020, American companies and individuals are prohibited from investing in Xiaomi and owning the company's securities.

To avoid possible problems with access to GMS when buying a Xiaomi smartphone, it is recommended to pay attention to the firmware offered by the seller. The cost of a model with Chinese MIUI is cheaper than the "global" version, but in case of difficulties, the Chinese will need to be replaced.^[7]

2020

Announcement of the Mi 11 smartphone with night video shooting mode

At the end of December 2020, Xiaomi introduced the flagship Mi 11 smartphone with a unique video shooting function in very low light. High-quality night photography has long been popular, but the Mi 11 smartphone became the world's first device with night video shooting mode thanks to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 processor.

Xiaomi Mi 11

During night photography, smartphones capture available light for some time, and then combine numerous personnel to create a single improved image. This is a proven method that is used throughout the industry, but a different approach is required to increase video performance in low light conditions. Since it usually takes 24 to 30 frames per second to get smooth video in real time, at night the smartphone must improve all personnel, and almost instantly.

Standard BlinkAI Video/Video

To solve this problem, Xiaomi began working with Boston-based AI company BlinkAI. This company developed deep learning software that allowed the Mi 11 to exceed expected results when shooting video in low light conditions. BlinkAI works in conjunction with Qualcomm's neural processor and processes low-quality scenes using machine learning algorithms. This improves image quality in milliseconds.

Comparison of Xiaomi Mi 11 with competitors

According to the developers of BlinkAI, this technology is based on the structure of a neural network that tries to simulate the work of the human visual system. The goal of BlinkAI is to help camera hardware capture images in difficult conditions, just as the human eye does. According to the developers, BlinkAI computing solutions can increase the brightness of video up to five times. So far, the result of its work depends on the presence of moving objects in the frame and their number: if there is little movement in the frame, then objects in night shooting mode are lighter and more detailed, and the total amount of noise decreases.^[8]

Announcement of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi Mi10 Ultra

On August 11, 2020, the presentation of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi Ultra Mi10 took place. The device received a ceramic case and a fast charging function - from 0 to 100% in 23 minutes. The battery can be charged wirelessly, taking about 40 minutes, the manufacturer says.

The novelty is equipped with a 6.67-inch display with a resolution of 2340 × 1080 pixels, support for HDR10 +, masculine brightness of 1120 cd/m2 and 10-bit color reproduction, which allows displaying up to 1.07 billion colors and various shades. For its quality, the display of the novelty received TÜV Rheinland certification. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass 5, under which there is a fingerprint sensor.

A notable feature of Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra is the camera, which is equipped with Sony a 48 megapixel IMX586 main sensor, 20 megapixel wide-angle, 48 megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 10x optical and 120x digital zoom and a 12 megapixel portrait telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom.

The front camera is 20-megapixel. It received an electronic stabilization system (EIS), can shoot video in 1080p resolution at 30 frames per second and slow motion at 120 frames per second. The night shooting mode is also announced.

The hardware base of the smartphone is the flagship processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, the software operating system Android base is 10 with the proprietary MIUI 12 shell.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra in the version with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of permanent memory will cost 5299 yuan (about 55.7 thousand rubles at the exchange rate as of August 12, 2020), 8 GB/256 GB - 5599 yuan (about 59 thousand rubles), 12 GB/256 GB - 5999 yuan (approximately 63 thousand rubles), 16 GB/512 GB - 6999 yuan (73.5 thousand rubles). The start of sales of the product is scheduled for August 16, 2020.^[9]

Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro announcement

On February 13, 2020, the presentation of the flagship smartphones Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro took place. They are distinguished by advanced photo capabilities.

The main camera of the Mi 10 received four image sensors: the main one at 108 megapixels (1/1.33 inch matrix, maximum pixel size 1.6 microns when combining four into one), 13 megapixels (ultra-wide-angle, viewing angle 123 degrees, pixels 1.12 microns, aperture f/2.4) 2 megapixels (f/2.4, 1.75 microns) for macro photography and another 2 megapixels with the same parameters for background blur.

Xiaomi unveils flagship smartphone with 108-megapixel camera

The rear camera sensors in the Mi 10 Pro are as follows: 108 MP (optical stabilization, 50-fold digital zoom, 1/1.33 inch sensor, 1.6 μm pixels), 12 MP (telephoto, f/2, 2-fold optical zoom, 1.4 μm) 20 MP (ultra-wide-angle, f/2.2) and 8 MP (telephoto, f/2, hybrid 10-fold zoom, optical stabilization, 1 μm pixels). Both devices have a 20-megapixel front camera.

Another difference between smartphones is in batteries. The Mi 10 has a more capacious (4780 mAh), but the maximum charging power is 30 watts (both via cable and using a wireless charger). The Mi 10 Pro has a slightly smaller battery (4500 mAh), but there is support for a 50-watt charger.

Xiaomi has unveiled its main smartphones of 2020 Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro. They received top-end characteristics and high-quality cameras.

The phones are based on Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 865 thermal-cooled processor. The amount of RAM is 8 or 12 GB of LPDDR5, and the capacity of permanent memory is 128, 256 or 512 GB (UFS 3.0 technology). The 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display has FullHD + resolution, 90Hz refresh rate  and HDR10 + support.

Comparison of Xiaomi Mi 10 with competitors

The start of sales of new Xiaomi smartphones is scheduled for February 14, 2020. Prices start at 3999 yuan (about 36,500 rubles at the exchange rate as of February 13) and reach 5999 yuan (about 54,700 rubles).^[10]

2019

Presentation of Mi 9 Lite in Russia

On October 27, 2019, Xiaomi introduced the Mi 9 - Mi 9 Lite series smartphone on the Russian market, which will go on sale at a suggested retail price of 22,990 rubles.

The Mi 9 Lite model is designed to meet the growing needs of young fans of mobile photography and has received flagship cameras, including a 32 megapixel front camera for selfies and a 48 megapixel main camera with three photo modules. In addition, the smartphone is equipped with a fast built-in fingerprint scanner and a powerful 4030 mAh battery.

The main camera of the Mi 9 Lite consists of three photo modules, the main of which is equipped with a large-format sensor with a diagonal of ½ inches and a resolution of 48 megapixels, and guarantees high detail of images. The 1.6 nm 4-in-1 Super Pixel technology captures more light, allowing the camera to get bright and clean photos even in low light.

The triple main camera also includes a module with an ultra-wide-angle lens with an angle of view of 118 °, capable of capturing extensive scenes. The intelligent algorithm automatically detects architectural objects and large groups of people in the frame and recommends switching to ultra-wide-angle shooting mode to get a more interesting picture. When the intelligent distortion correction function is enabled, the camera automatically corrects the distortion characteristic of ultra-wide-format lenses. Finally, the third module of the main camera Mi 9 Lite is responsible for determining the depth of objects and allows you to make expressive portraits with the effect of blurring the background.

Another interesting feature - AI Skyscaping - is able to detect the presence of the sky in the frame and turn the cloudy landscape into a bright sunny day or an exciting sunrise. This algorithm was developed in the Mi AI Lab using in-depth training and analysis of more than 100 thousand photographs depicting the sky.

The front camera of Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite uses a flagship sensor with a resolution of 32 megapixels and also supports the technology of combining four pixels to increase the sensitivity of the matrix when shooting in low light conditions. The front camera supports remote shutter release using a palm swing, as well as a panoramic self-portrait mode that combines three frames into one, which allows you to capture more people in a group photo.

Mi 9 Lite is presented in three fashionable colors: 'White Pearls', 'Blue Wave' and 'Gray Onyx'. The cases of the devices go through the same finishing processes that are used in the production of the older Mi 9 model, and the curved protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass 5, covering the back surface, provides a comfortable tactile feel when using a smartphone. The model received a 6.39-inch display similar to the Mi 9 AMOLED, thanks to thin frames that occupy 91% of the front surface of the case.

In addition to the selfie camera, on the back of the smartphone there is a vertical logo and a multi-color LED, which, in addition to signaling the state of the device, also performs the function of light music, blinking to the beat of music tracks.

The Mi 9 Lite smartphone is equipped with a fast and reliable fingerprint scanner that is built right into the screen. The blue filtering technology of the screen backlight spectrum, which is responsible for protecting the user's eyes, has been certified by the German VDE Institute for Testing and Certification. Reading mode 2.0 and hardware brightness control further reduce the burden on vision when using a smartphone in the dark, without distorting the displayed colors and excluding screen flicker in low ambient light.

Powered by the Snapdragon 710 mobile platform, the Mi 9 Lite delivers high performance and seamless performance on a wide variety of tasks. Built-in storage with a capacity of 64 or 128 GB and support for memory cards up to 256 GB allow you to save almost unlimited photos and videos.

Despite its sleek design and light weight, only 179g, the Mi 9 Lite has a powerful 4030mAh battery, which, together with advanced energy saving technologies, provides up to two days of battery life without recharging in a typical use case. The smartphone supports fast charging with a standard 18 W charger, which allows you to replenish the battery from 0 to 43% in just 30 minutes. The picture is complemented by a multifunctional NFC module, high-quality audio, a headphone jack and an infrared port.

Sales of Mi 9 Lite in Russia started on October 24 in the Mi.com online store, in the Official Mi Store network, as well as from Xiaomi retail partners. The cost of the device with 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage was 22,990 rubles, the version with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of ROM is available at a price of 24,990 rubles. The smartphone is available on the Russian market in three colors: 'White Pearls', 'Blue Diamond' and 'Black Onyx'.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro - announcement of the world's first smartphone with a 108-megapixel camera

On November 5, 2019, Xiaomi introduced, according to the company, the world's first smartphone with a 108-megapixel camera. The range of the Chinese manufacturer has been expanded by the Mi CC9 Pro model.

It received a 6.47-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, a brightness of 600 nits and a contrast ratio of 400,000: 1. The hardware is based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G processor with eight processing cores clocked at up to 2.2 GHz and an Adreno 618 graphics accelerator.

Xiaomi presented, according to the company, the world's first smartphone with a 108-megapixel camera - Mi CC9 Pro

The amount of RAM LPPDDR4x depending on the version is 6 or 8 GB, and the capacity of the built-in storage is 128 or 256 GB.

The camera system in the phone includes the following components:

• 108-megapixel main module with 1/1.33-inch sensor HMX sensor Samsung , pixel size 0.8 μm, aperture f/1.69, 7 lenses in the lens and 4-axis optical stabilization (OIS);
• portrait portrait with a 12-megapixel 1/2.6 "Samsung SAK2L3 sensor, pixel size 1.4 microns, dual phase autofocus, f/2 aperture and 2x optical zoom;
• 8-MP telephoto module with 1/3.6 "sensor and 5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid and 50x digital zoom, f/2 aperture;
• 20-MP ultra-wide-angle module with a viewing angle of 117 °, 1/2.8 "sensor, f/2.2 aperture;
• 2-MP macromodule with f/2.4 aperture for shooting from a distance of 1.5 cm;
• two dual LED flashes with hard and soft light.

There is also a 32-megapixel front camera with an f/2.0 aperture. With a thickness of 9.7 mm, the device weighs 208 grams.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro is powered by a 5260 mAh battery that can charge from 0% to 100% in 65 minutes

The tube is powered by a 5260 mAh battery that can charge from 0% to 100% in 65 minutes. Responsible for the software component OS Android is 9.0 with the proprietary user shell MIUI 11.

Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro will be sold in three colors to choose from from 2,800 yuan (about $400). The start of sales of new items in China is scheduled for November 11, 2019.^[11]

Xiaomi Mi 9 announcement

On February 20, 2019, the presentation of the flagship smartphone Xiaomi Mi 9 took place. It received a triple camera setup on the back, a fingerprint scanner hidden under the display and powerful. processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855

The display of the novelty is characterized by a Super AMOLED matrix, a 6.39-inch diagonal, a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels, 103.8 percent coverage of the NTSC color space, 600 nits brightness and 60,000: 1 contrast . The screen occupies 90.7% of the surface area of ​ ​ the device and has a side frame with a thickness of only 3.6 mm. Gorning Gorilla Glass 6 is installed on top of the display.

Xiaomi Mi 9 smartphone

The processor that forms the basis of the smartphone has eight computing cores clocked at up to 2.84 GHz and an Adreno 640 graphics accelerator. The amount of RAM reaches 12 GB, the capacity of the built-in flash drive is 256 GB.

In the triple camera, the main 48-megapixel  module Sony IMX586 has a 1/2 'sensor and an f/1.75 aperture supports 4-in-1 pixel binning to improve the quality of night shots. Just below is a 12MP Samsung S5K3M5 image sensor with 6-element optics, and even lower is a 16MP Sony IMX481 wide-angle module. The latter is entrusted with the function of macro photography - clear personnel, as the developers assure, succeed from a distance of 4 cm from the smartphone to the object. The camera has laser, phase and contrast autofocus and is protected by sapphire glass. The front camera, for which a cutout is made in the display, is created by a 20-megapixel one.

Xiaomi unveils flagship smartphone with triple camera and super fast wireless charging

To achieve an unusual effect of metallic shine and overflows in different colors, Xiaomi uses a laser holographic process with a double color coating.

The battery pack has a capacity of 3300 mAh, fast charging with a power of 27 W and the world's first 20W wireless charging, which allows you to charge your phone in an hour and a half. With a thickness of 7.61 mm, the device weighs 173 grams.

Xiaomi Mi 9 will go on sale on February 26, 2019 and will cost from 3,000 yuan (about $446) in China. The timing of the appearance of the smartphone in Russia at the time of the announcement has not been announced.^[12]

2018: Xiaomi Mi 8 sales start in Russia

On August 3, 2018, Xiaomi announced the start of Russian sales of the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone. The presentation and start of sales in Russia took place only a few weeks later than the world announcements. The Xiaomi Mi 8 was first introduced on May 31, 2018.

According to the company, the flagship smartphone Xiaomi Mi 8 received a design that in many details repeats the appearance of the Apple iPhone X, including the characteristic "monobrow" on the screen. The back panel of the smartphone is made of glass rounded on four sides, the frame is made of aviation aluminum, the screen is covered with 2,5D glass.

The smartphone is equipped with a 6.21-inch display on an AMOLED matrix from Samsung with FHD + resolution (2248x1080 pixels) and an aspect ratio of 18.7: 9, while the screen occupies 86.68% of the front panel. The dimensions of the smartphone are 155 x 75 x 7.6 mm, weight 175 g.

Xiaomi Mi 8 is powered by an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor (4 Kryo 385 cores clocked at 2.8 GHz, and 4 more Kryo 385 cores clocked at 1.8 GHz plus Adreno 630 graphics). Options with 6 GB of RAM, 64 GB internal storage, 128 GB or 256 GB will retail.

The device supports LTE networks and is equipped with two slots for Nano-SIM cards, but there is no slot for microSD flash cards. The smartphone is equipped with support for Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS, A-GPS, Glonass, BDS, USB Type-C port with USB OTG function. According to the company, this is a smartphone with dual-frequency GPS that supports the L1 and L5 bands, thanks to which navigation becomes more accurate.

The main dual camera Xiaomi Mi 8 is made on 12 MP matrices with f/1.8 and f/2.4 lenses, video recording with quality up to 4K is supported. The front camera is equipped with a 20 MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture lens.

According to company representatives, the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone is also equipped with scanner fingerprints a 3400 mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging technology. The device comes preinstalled OS Android with 8.1 and MIUI 10 proprietary shell.

As reported, Xiaomi Mi 8 in Russia will be available from the second half of August 2018. ^[13]

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