Xiaomi has announced the launch of the Smart Home Display 8 Gimbal Edition in China. The device will go on sale on August 21 and is priced at 699 yuan ($97) for first-time buyers. It is the first model in the series to feature a gimbal-mounted camera, combining home monitoring capabilities with smart display functionality.
Xiaomi Smart Home Display 8 Gimbal Edition Specs
The Smart Home Display 8 Gimbal Edition features an 8-inch HD touchscreen with a resolution of 1280×800 pixels. The screen includes a low-reflection coating to improve visibility in different lighting conditions. Xiaomi has equipped the device with dual stereo speakers that use a symmetrical acoustic design to deliver clear treble and enhanced bass for multimedia playback.
The unit includes a 5-megapixel camera with a wide F1.6 aperture lens. The camera supports 3K ultra-clear video and can rotate horizontally up to 360 degrees. It also allows a 30-degree manual tilt for vertical adjustments. Xiaomi has included a highly sensitive image sensor that enables full-color imaging in low light. The camera switches to infrared night vision in dark environments using a 940nm IR light, offering visibility up to 10 meters.
The system supports AI-powered features like face recognition, human tracking, baby cry detection, and motion alerts. Xiaomi has embedded a Mijia security chip with EAL5+ certification to enhance privacy protection. It runs on Xiaomi’s HyperOS and includes the upgraded “Super XiaoAi” assistant, which supports intelligent responses, multi-turn conversations, and voice command chaining using large language model capabilities.
The display offers content recommendations based on age groups, including infants, children, adults, and seniors. For children, it provides parental controls, filtered content, and access to over 300,000 curated learning resources. For seniors, the interface features larger fonts and content such as opera, classic songs, and health-related programs.
In terms of connectivity, the display includes Wi-Fi 6 (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, and support for Xiaomi Mesh 2.0 gateway. The device can control smart home appliances, initiate video calls via WeChat and Xiaomi’s own platform, and stream content from platforms such as iQiyi, Tencent Video, Mango TV, QQ Music, and NetEase Cloud Music.
The product measures 200.6 × 55.8 × 237.5 mm and weighs around 780 grams. It runs on a quad-core Cortex-A53 processor with 2GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
In related news, Xiaomi recently launched the Mijia Thermostatic Electric Kettle 3 Pro, featuring a 2.0L capacity and a durable 316L stainless steel liner. Alongside it, the company has also introduced a compact washer-dryer designed specifically for delicate garments.
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