Xiaomi is finally ending the software support for the Mi A3 smartphone, which is the last of its Android One models. This basically marks an end of the Android One era for the company.

According to the Xiaomi Security Center’s EOS product list, the Chinese tech giant released a list of all devices that has finally reached the end of their software support life. This basically means that these phones will no longer receive any software or firmware updates, which includes security patches as well. The site shows a long list of Redmi and Xiaomi branded devices. Some of these models in the EOS list includes the Android One smartphone models that the Chinese brand had launched in the past, with the latest one being the Mi A3.

For those unaware, the Android One program was basically smartphone that features the stock Android operating system. Furthermore, these models typically received at least two years of major OS upgrades as well. Notably, one of the most highlighting aspect of these Android One phones were that they typically are some of the first Android models to receive new OS updates for the Android platform, rivaling even Google’s very own Pixel phones as well.

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Xiaomi has continued to provide software support for the Mi A3 even though the phone is gradually moving towards the end of days. Not too long ago, the company rolled out a new update bringing December 2021 security patch with an unusually large file size of 458 GB. The Chinese company has yet again provided a new update for the Mi A3. The new update ushers in the January 2022 Android security patch.

Unlike the December 2021 security patch, this new update has an exceptionally small file size of just 12.29 MB. It comes with the firmware number V12.0.18.0.RFQMIXM, showing it is still based on MIUI 12 despite the device launching as part of Google’s Android One program. The software is still Android 11 and we doubt if Xiaomi will push any major update to the device which launched with Android 9.0 Pie. This means it has received two major Android upgrades even though the migration to Android 11 was plagued with several bug incidence.

According to the changelog, the update delivers the January 2022 security patch, fixes bugs, will enhance the stability of the device, and optimize the overall performance of the Mi A3. The V12.0.18.0.RFQMIXM build is presently being delivered via OTA update on MIUI’s global channel.

It should be noted, though, that the Mi A3 will not be getting official software support from July 2022.

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On New Year’s Eve, Xiaomi released the Android 11 update for Mi A3 out of the blue. But unfortunately, this build bricked the phones. Hence, the company halted the rollout and offered free repairs for the affected customers. Then, the firm re-released the update after fixing the issue. However, the update did not include a native screen recorder, which is one of the main highlights of Android 11. Thankfully, the Chinese smartphone is now seeding out a new build with this missing feature.

The Android 11 update for Mi A3 came with December 2020 security patch though it was rolled out in early Janauary. Hence, the company has now released a new update that bumps up the security patch level to January 2021.

The latest system update for the Xiaomi Mi A3 comes with build number V12.0.4.0.RFQMIXM (global variant) and weighs 329MB in size. Just like any other OTA update, is it being rolled out in batches. Anyway, interested users can head over to Settings > System > Advanced > System update to check if their unit has received the update.

That said, the changelog for the update does not mention anything. But it brings the Android 11 native screen recorder, which was missing in the previous build. It can be accessed from the edit section of quick settings.

Lastly, apart from the screen recorder, the new update also brings YouTube Music as a system app, and hence, it cannot be uninstalled.

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Some of the Mi A3 users, who updated their devices to Android 11 a few days back, must have faced a bit of an Anxiety attack. The update, which was sudden but half-baked, rendered many of the devices dead, essentially a hard brick. Today, Xiaomi has re-released the update and it is free of that issue.

First, we would like to apologize to our readers for the delayed update to this news. Although people started reporting about this second Android 11 update online, we had to personally verify that it steers clear of further heartbreaks.

That said, our unit got the update with a build number 12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM and weighs around 1.40GB in size. The changelog is the same as the first update and shows typical features of the Android 11 OS. Additionally, the update also brings December 2020 security patch.

On updating, the device successfully jumps to the newer Android. So far, the update also doesn’t seem to have any major bugs. Below are some of the screenshots to give you confidence that it is safe from major issues and you can safely give it a go this time.:

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Also, it is worth noting that this update is for those who fortunately didn’t pull the trigger earlier. That means, if you have updated your device already, it should dead by now. In that case, all you can do is visit one of the 2000+ Mi service centers across the country. Xiaomi has also promised that it would repair the devices free of cost.

Xiaomi has so far sidestepped Mi A3 when it comes to update priorities. A while ago, the company mistakenly rolled out a Mexican firmware to the Global variant which disabled SIM-functionality. Even before that, users literally had to sign a petition to raise the awareness of the older Android-10 update delay.

With two major Android updates served already, we really hope the company doesn’t repeat its mistake while providing future security updates.

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The Mi A series of Android One smartphones by Xiaomi is practically dead already seeing as no new model was released last year. Nevertheless, the last model in the series, the Mi A3 is still receiving updates as it has not yet reached its end of life. Unfortunately, the latest update released for the phone has brought sadness to owners rather than joy as it ended up bricking the device. Now, Xiaomi is offering free repairs to those affected.

Last week, Xiaomi had rolled out a surprise Android 11 update for the Mi A3 which, unfortunately, had caused the device to get bricked. Following widespread reports, Xiaomi had to halt the rollout. An official statement sent to us has informed us that affected users can get their device fixed for free even if their device is out of warranty. All they have to do is visit any of the over 2000 service centers across the country near to them.

Xiaomi also offers its apologies to the affected users in the official statement but that may not be enough for some users. Xiaomi has constantly had issues with the Mi A series when it comes to updates. For example, the Mi A2 Lite Android 10 update had to be released thrice. The Mi A1 also had several issues when it was updated to Android Pie and Mi A3 users had to sign a petition to force Xiaomi to release the Android 10 update.

At the moment, there is no news of when a new update will be available. Once we have more details we will inform you.

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The last week of 2020 was nothing short of eventful. The major announcements include the launch of new smartphones that are powered by brand new chipsets. Some manufacturers also pushed out some last-minute updates, one of which ended up bricking the device and leaving users without a working phone for the new year. If you missed out on the happening from last week, this post should bring you up to speed.

Here’s the Mi 11 with/without a charger but where’s the Mi 11 Pro?

Xiaomi announced the Mi 11 on Tuesday, 29th of December as the first Snapdragon 888 phone in the world. The phone comes with a new design, impressive specs, and a killer price tag. It also comes with or without a charger for the same price tag. If you are wondering how that decision went when the phone went on sale on New Year’s Day, here you go. Looking for the Pro model? Officially, there is not one. Unofficially, it is expected to launch later.

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OnePlus Band is coming too!

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Last-minute updates, last-minute bricking!

A few manufacturers decided to roll out new updates before the year ended. The ASUS Zenfone 6 got the Android 11 update in Taiwan and Samsung also pushed out the Android 11 update for the Galaxy Note10 series and Galaxy Z Flip. Xiaomi decided to also give Mi A3 owners something to be happy with an Android 11 update about but ended up bricking (breaking) their phones (hearts).

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Xiaomi surprised Mi A3 users by rolling out Android 11 stable update without a beta program. Turns out that this build is more fatal than any other software build seeded out by the company for this handset. That’s because this update hard bricks the phone and as a result, early adopters are now left with a broken smartphone.

As soon as users who updated started sharing the issue on forums and social media, Xiaomi quickly published a warning post on Mi Community asking users of Mi A3 to not update to Android 11 if the OTA hits their device. Similarly, multiple Xiaomi and Mi A3-related Telegram groups and channels spread the message as fast as they could.

Even we received the OTA weighing 1.40GB on our unit. The changelog mentions four new highlights namely improved notification shade, conversation bubbles, better permission management, and improved DND mode.

Anyway, Xiaomi has asked users to wait for the fix. We do not know how long it will take for the company to fix this mishap since the firm is yet to roll back the OTA as of publishing this article.

Whatever, make sure to not hit the ‘Download and install’ button. Else, you will also be left with a hard bricked smartphone (won’t turn on).

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The most advanced Android version yet, Android 11 will be in several devices from the stables of Chinese phone maker, Xiaomi. The models include the stock Android-running Mi A3, a recent report has shown. The Mi A3 is Xiaomi’s only Android One handset that is eligible for Android 11, as some others like the Mi A1, Mi A2, and Mi A2 Lite have already received two OS upgrades. Other devices on the scheduled lineup for Android 11 upgrade are the global Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max.

The report by Xiaomi & MIUI News on Telegram (via), already cited by several industry watchers also published a list of Xiaomi devices that would receive Android 11, which was already being expected.

The Mi A3 is obviously one of the smartphones that Xiaomi will be upgrading, as sources have confirmed that it has successfully completed internal testing of the new OS. It is highly improbable that there will be any further upgrade of the phone after this OS upgrade as Xiaomi released it on Android 9.0 Pie in 2019. The Mi A3 is a very unique smartphone and it is likely to be the only one to receive Android 11 on the Android One program. No more major updates are available for the Mi A1, Mi A2, and Mi A2 Lite, for example, and the company hasn’t released another Android One-branded phone after the berthing of the Mi A3.

The 12 handsets that are next in line for Android 11 OS include the Mi 10 Lite Zoom, Mi 10 Youth, Mi A3, Mi CC9 Pro, Mi Note 10, and Mi Note 10 Pro. Others are the Poco M2 Pro, Poco X2, Redmi K30, Redmi K30i 5G, Redmi Note 9 Pro Global, and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro Max.

The exact date for the planned upgrade is not yet clear, but following recent trends of upgrades by Xiaomi, it is suggested that it is most likely to be within a month or thereabout.

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Update (July 15): Fix Released

Within a day from issuing the official statement, Xiaomi is rolling out the fix for Mi A3 users who had installed the Mexican firmware. The OTA update weighs 1.33GB in size and is said to fix the dual SIM issue.

Update (July 14): Statement from Xiaomi

Xiaomi issued a statement saying that they are aware of Mi A3 update issue and are working on a solution to fix it.

“We are aware of the software update issue on a few Mi A3 devices. On further investigation, we have identified it to be a technical issue due to which a software update not meant for Indian users, was shared inadvertently. This issue has been fixed already from our side and our technical teams are working on a recovery solution that will be rolled out soon.”

Original Story (July 13)

Xiaomi has accidentally rolled out Mexican carrier Telcel firmware to the global variant of Mi A3. The company asks its users to not install the new OTA update – V11.0.3.0.QFQMXTC weighing 1.40GB. According to various users, this update disables dual SIM functionality, brings new bootanimation, and two system apps – Mi Telcel & Claro Musica.

The Chinese smartphone maker has been messing up Mi A3 Android 10 update for months. The handset has received multiple builds so far, however, some users are still facing issues. What’s interesting is the bugs are limited to certain units only.

Amidst this, the company has now seeded out the build for carrier-exclusive Mi A3 to the global variant. The global version of the phone runs QFQMIXM build but the one Xiaomi sent out by mistake is QFQMXTC.

Since the changelog does not mention build number as it is an Android One smartphone, some users have installed it thinking it to be July 2020 security patch. But actually, it is June 2020 update for Telcel Mi A3. These users soon shared the issue on social media and forums.

@MiIndiaSupport help! This is really serious. Can't make or receive calls. @manukumarjain @s_anuj @geekyranjit @beebomco please see the above tweet! They gave some other regions update to #mia3 pic.twitter.com/YZkuPSJz7L

— Dakshit Shah (@DakshitShah) July 13, 2020

After getting the information, Xiaomi has published an announcement post on Mi Community Global asking users to not update their phone. Unfortunately, the harm is already done and the update is yet to be removed from the OTA server.

Even our Indian unit has received this update, however, we did not receive any notification. We checked for updates in “Settings” only after knowing the news. That said, we strongly advise you not to download this update.

Xiaomi itself is not sure if it can fix this as per the community post. This is what the company has to say, “We will try to see if there is a fix, BUT…  once again…  DO NOT UPDATE (if you have not already)!”

Anyway, if you already installed it. Then, you can revert back to the global build by flashing it via Xiaomi MiFlash Tool after unlocking the bootloader.

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It’s raining Android 10 updates for Mi A3. The Indian variant of the handset is currently receiving a new build with May 2020 security patch similar to the Global and European versions. The new build seems to have fixed most of the bugs faced by users in the previous builds.

Xiaomi has begun to roll out Android 10 update (again) with May 2020 security patch to users in India. The update comes with the same build number as the Global variant, which happens to be V11.0.15.0.QFQMIXM.

The latest build is currently being rolled out to 1% of users in India according to the official Mi Community thread. However, units running both Android Pie and Android 10 are receiving the update.

For users who are currently on Android Pie, the new update weighs 1.33 GB, whereas, for users who are already on the previous build of Android 10, the May 2020 security patch update only weighs 33.1 MB for them.

Although we couldn’t find any major complaints regarding the latest build on Reddit and Mi Community, the camera performance seems to have affected, especially the 48MP mode as per one of our readers.

Having said that, if you own a Xiaomi Mi A3 and have updated it to Android 10 May 2020 security patch update with build number V11.0.15.0.QFQMIXM, then do share your experience in the comment section below.

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Xiaomi has been trying to roll out a bug-free Mi A3 Android 10 update for a few months now. But the company is yet to succeed in this regard. The smartphone maker has now begun to roll out a new Android 10 build with May 2020 security patch for the global variants of the handset.

The global version of Mi A3 has already received multiple Android 10 updates over the past couple of months similar to Indian model. But the European variant has just received one update so far and it is comparatively bug-free than the other two versions.

The new Android 10 build with May 2020 security patch for global Xiaomi Mi A3 comes with build number  V11.0.15.0.QFQMIXM. It is currently available as an incremental OTA for users who are already on the latest buggy build. The update weighs only 35.47MB in size and thus can be easily downloaded on mobile data if you have an active plan for the same.

According to users, the update not only bumps up the security patch level but also fixes certain bugs. Previously, users reported camera shutter speed in Pro mode to have reduced to 1/4s but not anymore as it has been fixed now. Further, the label issue in the app drawer seems to have resolved as well.

Anyway, the OTA is being only pushed to 10% of users as of now. More units will be receiving the update in the coming days based on feedback. Later, the company might also release this build to users who are still on Android 9.0 Pie.

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Mi A3 is probably the worst-hit smartphone with update issues in recent times. The Android 10 update for this device has been rolled back multiple times because of various bugs. But now, once again Xiaomi has released the update but this time for Europe or rather EEA variant of Mi A3.

The latest Android 10 update for Mi A3 in Europe comes with build number V11.0.1.0.QFQEUXM and April 2020 security patch. The OTA update weighs 1.33GB in size and Xiaomi officially announced the rollout on Mi Community.

It is worth noting that previous builds seeded out in different regions like India had various issues. However, this one seems to be stable enough going by the comments made by users on Twitter and Reddit.

Nevertheless, Xiaomi is being more cautious this time around. It strictly askes user to not share link for the OTA update. Also, it says the download link will be made available for public after positive feedback from limited users to whom the update is being seeded out in batches.

We hope the new build does not make a fuss like the previous builds from the last few months. Anyway, it is always better to be careful. If you don’t have a spare phone, then we highly recommend you to not update until no huge complaints from other users.

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Xiaomi‘s Android 10 update for the Mi A3 is perhaps the worst update we have seen in a long time. After three updates, users still complained of a buggy firmware which forced the company to roll back the updates all three times. For the fourth time, Xiaomi has started rolling out Android 10 update for Mi A3 users.

The update comes with the version number V11.0.14.0.QFQMIXM and is expected to hit Mi A3 units Over-The-Air. Of course, the rollout should be pushed in batches so as to ensure there is no issue. So, if you are yet to receive the update you may want to exercise some patience. Alternatively, you may check from the system setting if a new update is available for your device.

The update is noticeably lighter with a size of just 32.69MB compared to 1.33GB file size of previous updates that were cancelled. The changelog notes that some obsolete features were removed but no mention of the specific features was made. Some of the new features include a system-wide dark mode, gesture navigation and privacy controls, among others. This build is also said to fix the issue of fingerprint not showing up when picking up the phone.

It is hoped that this new update won’t come with any issue.

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Xiaomi Mi A3, the company’s third-generation Android One smartphone has officially earned a place in the list of buggiest phones ever. Since its release, the phone has been criticized for its software by users around the world. What’s even more interesting is the company has once again pulled back (third time) the Android 10 update.

The Xiaomi Mi A3 launched in July 2019 as a rebadged Mi CC9e for international markets. Instead of MIUI, it shipped with stock Android 9.0 Pie software under the Android One program. This means it should get two platform updates and monthly security patches for three years.

However, the company is yet to deliver a bug-free stable Android 10 update for the device. Android One devices are supposed to be one of the first to get the latest Android update. But in Xiaomi’s case, it is different as the heavily skinned MIUI running Redmi K20 Pro was the first to get it. In fact, the Chinese variant of the device received the Android 10 update on the day Google officially launched it

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But the company’s latest generation Android One device, the Mi A3 is still running Android Pie from 2018. In addition to that, the company has never delivered monthly security patches on time and tried to seed out a bugless Android 10 update for three times in a row.

Xiaomi first rolled out the Android 10 update to Mi A3 users in late February and soon it was rolled back due to bugs. Once again, it seeded out the update in mid-March but the same bugs followed. Now, recently on April 8, the Chinese smartphone maker released the update for the third time, unfortunately, ‘third time is not a charm’ for the company as the bugs have managed to latch on to this build too. 

And hence, the latest Android 10 so-called stable update with April 2020 security patch has been rolled back according to a Xiaomi customer care executive.

Anyway, it is worth noting that not all users are facing issues. But still, we recommend you to stick with Android 9 and only continue to update security patches and avoid Android 10 OTA notification.

These are some of the bugs/issues reported by Mi A3 users on Mi Community and other platforms.

• Random reboots
• Excessive battery drains
• Camera lag
• Fingerprint sensor issue
• Camera shutter issue (defaulted to 1.4 sec)
• UI Lag
• Performance issue

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Xiaomi obviously isn’t interested in pushing the stock Android-rocking Mi A series. How else do we explain the lacklustre manner the company handles the Android 10 update for the models. After a long waiting period and several petitions, Xiaomi started pushing the update for the Mi A3 over the weekend. But one thing was consistent among users that got the update and that is the presence of several bugs, one of which is a non-functional fingerprint scanner. As a result of the complaints, the Chinese company has rolled back the update while it apparently tries to fix the bugs.

The update for the Mi A3 is 1.3GB in size and that is pretty large and we expect a few bugs here and there but the long wait has already mad users weary and now, this. There is even a Reddit thread for users to drop the issues encounter after the update. Even though the official changelog indicates that system stability has been increased and system lag has reduced, there were complaints of the phone rebooting in loops and would only stop when the rear camera is covered, among others.

When Xiaomi first launched the Mi A1 running stock Android, fans outside China were ecstatic about the development. Moreso, it was launched under Google’s Android One programme which meant Android updates would be prompt and regular. However, that hasn’t really been the case. Owners of the company’s latest Mi A3 had to petition Xiaomi over the delay to push the latest update. The update was also reportedly delayed by the Coronavirus outbreak. After the long wait, it still turned out disappointing!

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After months of waiting, Xiaomi has begun rolling out the Android 10 update for the Mi A3 Android One phone and the MIUI-running Redmi Note 8 Pro.

The Mi A3 was originally expected to get the update weeks ago but a recent report said there was a delay due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. Thankfully, the update is now available for owners of the phone and there is even a download link available thanks to XDA Developers for those who do not wish to wait for the OTA to arrive on their devices.

The update for the Mi A3 is 1.3GB in size and comes as version V11.0.7.0.QFQMIXM. You can manually download it from the first source link below. The changelog says system stability has been increased and system lag has reduced. However, Android 10 brings quite a number of interesting new features such as smart reply, Family Link for Digital Wellbeing, new gesture-based navigation, and of course, a system-wide Dark Mode.

The update for the Redmi Note 8 Pro is currently rolling out in the EEA, Russia, and Pakistan. It weighs in at 1.9GB and comes with February 2020’s security patch.

If you own either of these two devices, do go on and check for the update under your phone settings if you have not received a notification for the OTA yet.

If you have updated, let us know what you think about Android 10 on the Mi A3 and Redmi Note 8 Pro.

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Xiaomi had initially planned on rolling out the Android 10 update for the Mi A3 sometime in the middle of February 2020. However, since then, the month is almost over and no signs of the update were seen, and now a Xiaomi executive has revealed that Android 10 has been delayed due to the ongoing Coronavirus outbreak.

The Xiaomi India executive broke the news earlier today (27th February 2020) on his official Twitter account. According to him, many had reached out to the Chinese tech giant regarding the update which was due. Although rather than a specific date, it has been confirmed that the update has been pushed back due to the recent epidemic being faced by China.

Hi everyone,
Over the past few days a lot of you have reached out to us regarding the pending Android 10 update on Mi A3. The update was scheduled for mid February but it has been delayed due to the extended shutdown due to the global outbreak of coronavirus. (1/2)

— Sumit Sonal (@sumitsonal) February 26, 2020

The tweet from Sumit Sonal, Brand Lead for Xiaomi India, arrived in two parts to better explain the situation. The delay was caused due to the Chinese Government’s mandatory shutdown, something which was unavoidable. Furthermore, the tweet carried no specifics date for the update but does mention that the company is working on gaining the final certification for Android 10. This means that a rollout is not far off.

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For those unaware, China has recently been facing one of the worst epidemics in history. The new strain of Coronavirus is highly contagious and has already spread to numerous countries worldwide, although the harm as mostly contained in foreign nations. It is known to cause symptoms similar to cold and leads up to pneumonia and has already caused a death toll of over 2,000 with thousands more suffering from the same.

The virus originated from the Wuhan province in China, which has since been quarantined while the local government put a ban on various factories, offices, and various other regions with a high number of workers. So the delay arrives as no surprise and we will have to wait for an official company announcement for an actual date for the update rollout.

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The Mi A3 launched in India on August 21, 2019, which is about 5 months ago. It had a starting price of INR 12,999 for the base configuration with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage while the 6GB + 128GB model sold for INR 15,999.

Starting today, Xiaomi will sell the Android One phone for INR 11,999 (~$168) and INR 14,999 (~$210) respectively. You can now pick up the phone at these new prices on Mi.com, Amazon India, and on Flipkart.

Mi fans, your favourite #AndroidOne phone with #48MP Triple Camera now available at a new price: 1⃣1⃣,9⃣9⃣9⃣

Get yours from https://t.co/lzFXOcGyGQ, @amazonIN, @Flipkart and retail stores.

I personally love the AMOLED screen on #MiA3. What's your favourite feature?#Xiaomi pic.twitter.com/1eGsf7MZS2

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) January 23, 2020

The Mi A3 is not the only phone that has gotten a permanent price cut in India, Manu Kumar Jain also announced that the Redmi K20 Pro flagship and its sibling, the Redmi K20, also have new price tags.

The 6GB + 128GB Redmi K20 Pro which launched for INR 27,999 (~$393) will now be sold for INR 24,999 (~$350) while the 8GB RAM + 256GB version that had a launch price of INR 30,999 (~$435) will now be sold for INR 27,999 (~$393).

Mi Fans! #RedmiK20Pro – India's No. 1 Premium Smartphone is now available at a mind-blowing new price!

Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
48MP AI Triple Rear Camera
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Get the #FlagshipKillers #RedmiK20Pro & #RedmiK20 starting at just ₹19,999 today! pic.twitter.com/wRm9BgpEC6

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) January 23, 2020

The 64GB Redmi K20’s new price is INR 19,999 (~$281), INR 2000 (~$28) off its original price. While the 128GB version gets INR 1000 (~$14) off and will now sell for INR 22,999 (~$323). Just like the Mi A3, you can pick up the Redmi K20 series at these new prices on Mi.com, Amazon India and Flipkart.

The Mi A3 is an Android One mid-range device with a 6.08” AMOLED HD+ screen, a Snapdragon 665 processor, 48MP triple rear cameras, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and a 4030mAh battery with 18W fast charge. Xiaomi has promised it will get updated to Android 10 next month.

The Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro both have a 6.39-inch AMOLED FHD+ screen, a 20MP pop-up selfie camera, 48MP triple rear cameras, a 4000mAh battery, liquid cooling, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The Pro version has a Snapdragon 855 processor powering it and supports 27W fast charge while the standard model has a Snapdragon 730 chipset and supports 18W fast charge.

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A few days ago, Xiaomi began rolling out the Android 10 update to the Mi A2, its Android One smartphone from 2018. We hoped the update would arrive shortly after for the Mi A3 but new info has revealed there is a bit more waiting to do.

The Official Xiaomi India Twitter account revealed in a tweet responding to a user’s inquiry about the Android 10 update for the Mi A3, that the update will be out in Mid-February. That is about a month away from now and is surely going to anger more users. However, on the brighter side, there is a timeframe now and Xiaomi best keeps to it or releases the update earlier than expected.

HMD Global has updated some of its devices to Android 10 but it still has quite a lot that are still on Android 9 Pie. Save for the Nokia 9 PureView, the rest of its phones released in 2019 are still running Android Pie. There is a time frame for when these devices will get the update but the roadmap doesn’t mention the Nokia 6.2 and Nokia 7.2.

Thanks for your excitement and patience. Glad to announce the update will be out in mid February for Mi A3.

— Mi India #108MP IS COMING! (@XiaomiIndia) January 14, 2020

Android 10 will bring a new navigation system, Dark Mode, new notification settings, Family Link in Digital Wellbeing, Smart Replies, and more.

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Android One devices are supposed to get regular and faster updates compared to other devices running a custom version of Android. However, that is not the case for a number of Android One devices such as the Xiaomi Mi A3.

The Mi A3 was released in July 2019 before Android 10 was officially available for devices. It has been four months now since phones such as the Essential PH-1, which runs stock Android like the Xiaomi Mi A3, received the Android 10 update but the Mi A3 is yet to get the update.

The update was expected to roll out in October but it didn’t. It was the same story in November and December too. Owners of the Mi A3 are displeased following the way things have turned and have opened a petition on Change.org, hoping to force Xiaomi to release the Android 10 update.

A few days ago, a user asked the official Mi India Support when the update will be available and the response he got is that they are working on it and “it will be rolled out soon!”

Hi Aswin, Our team is working on Android 10 for Mi A3 and it will be rolled out soon! Stay tuned to our social media handles for the latest updates on the same.

— Mi India Support (@MiIndiaSupport) January 6, 2020

Xiaomi’s attitude to updating its Android One devices will result in a lot of people losing trust in the series. The Mi A1 was plagued by several issues when it was updated to Android Pie.

Since the Mi A3 is yet to get updated to Android 10, owners of the Mi A2 even have a longer waiting to do.

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Update: After a week of voting, the poll has ended and we are quite surprised by the result.

Even with its more expensive price tag, the Nokia 7.2 is the more preferred device with 54.19% of the votes while the Mi A3 got 45.81%.

Let us know what you think about the final results.

On Thursday, at the ongoing IFA 2019 trade show,  HMD Global announced the Nokia 7.2, a mid-range Android One smartphone with a pretty gorgeous design (we really dig the turquoise variant) and specs we have seen before.

If you are on the lookout for an Android One phone, then the Nokia 7.2 should be on your radar. However, there is another device you should consider – the Xiaomi Mi A3. Both phones are similar in more ways than one but also different and they both have their strengths and weaknesses.

For example, the Nokia 7.2 has a bigger display with a higher resolution and HDR10 and will definitely get better software support than the Mi A3 even though they are both Android One phones. However, its lack of fast charging, plastic frame, and €299 price are deal-breakers.

On the other hand, what the Mi A3 has going for it includes a bigger battery capacity, support for 18W fast charging, and a lower price tag. The deal-breakers are its lower-resolution display albeit Super AMOLED, lack of NFC, and Xiaomi’s less-than-stellar software support for its Android One devices.

So we want to know which one of these two phones you will choose if you were considering an Android One smartphone?

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The Xiaomi Mi A3 launched in July, first in Spain, before heading to Ukraine, Malaysia, and then India a few weeks ago. The phone has now made its way to Nigeria albeit without much or any fanfare at all.

The Mi A3 is not the first Android One smartphone in the country, the Infinix Hot 2 gets that title. Even before Xiaomi‘s re-entry into Nigeria this year, its other Android One smartphones (Mi A1, Mi A2 Lite, and Mi A2) have been sold by third-party retailers and even major online stores. So fans of the line will surely be excited that the 3rd-gen Android One smartphone is available in the country.

The Mi A3 is available in two configurations – there is a 4GB RAM + 64GB version and a 4GB RAM + 128GB version. Storage can be expanded via a MicroSD card slot (256GB max.). The 64GB version has a price tag of ₦71,900 (~$198) while the 128GB version is priced at ₦79,900 (~$220). The official Xiaomi Nigeria Twitter account said it is available across phone stores nationwide. We checked a couple of online stores and the only place we found it is on Slot.ng and that’s the 128GB version.

The Xiaomi Mi A3 has a 6.01-inch HD+ (1560 x 720) Super AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It has a notch for a 32MP selfie camera and also has an in-display fingerprint scanner. It is powered by the Snapdragon 665 processor. On the back is a 48MP primary camera paired with an 8MP ultrawide angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor.

The Mi A3 runs pure Android 9 Pie and should get at least 2 major OS updates. There is a 4030mAh battery under the hood with support for Quick Charge 3.0. It has dual SIM support (hybrid), an audio jack, FM radio, Bluetooth 5.0, and an infrared blaster.

Do watch our review of the Mi A3.

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Xiaomi took an important step towards cementing its place in the global market when it launched the Mi A1 in 2017. What made the new A-series stand out was the pure Android operating system that it had onboard. Since then, Xiaomi has gone on to launch the Mi A2 and A3, all under Google’s Android One project. It has now emerged that the Mi branded models are an important part of the Android One project. In two years after its launch, the A series has achieved outstanding results.

During the Mi A3 launch, the company shared some data on the progress of the A-series. Data by market research firm Canalys shows that the sales volume of the Mi A1 in 2017 was 2.4 times more than those of other Android One handsets. In the same light, the Mi A2 sales when it was launched in 2018 was still far ahead of other Android One phones like the Nokia 3.1, Nokia 6.2 and Motorola One series. On the whole, the company says it has sold over 10 million units of the Mi A series.

We expect the Mi A3 to equally be a successful Android One phone even though it packs a disappointing HD+ display.  Apart from delivering a native Android operating system, Googe’s Android One project also brings the latest software update and on time.

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Xiaomi India has just launched the Mi A3 in India, the latest in the line of Xiaomi’s uber popular Android One series of devices. It’s the successor to the Mi A2 that was launched earlier last year, and as a Mi A-series device, it comes running fully stock Android as well.

The Mi A3 features a 6.08-inch Super AMOLED Dot Drop Display, which comes with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 and has an HD+ resolution (1560×720). This display is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 5, which should leave it more resistant to scratching and the like. The display also comes integrated with an in-screen fingerprint sensor for authentication.

The Mi A3 is powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 665 SoC, which features 8 Kryo 260 CPU cores and an Adreno 610 GPU. In terms of storage, the Mi A3 comes in two different configurations, a 4GB + 64GB variant and a 6GB + 128GB variant. These options can both be expanded via microSD to upto 256GB.

In the camera department, the Mi A3 can be considered as a notable upgrade from its predecessor, as it features AI-powered Triple rear cameras setup comprising of a 48MP primary camera sensor. The Sony IMX 586 sensor comes with an aperture of f/1.79. It is further paired with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with f/2.2 aperture and a 2MP depth-sensing camera as well.

On the front, the Mi A3 features a 32MP AI-powered selfie shooter that sits comfortably in the notch of the phone. On top of snapping photos, the selfie shooter also does double duty as the authenticator for the AI Face Unlock feature as well. The video recording capabilities of the rear cameras include – 4K video capture at 30fps, EIS, Slow-mo recording and they also feature AI scene detection for upto 27 different scenes as well.

Powering everything is a 4030mAh battery that supports 18W Fast Charging via Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 3.0. There’s no fast charger in the box unfortunately, so you’ll need to get that somewhere else. On top of that, you can expect the usual slew of stock Android features like Google Assistant integration, as well as timely updates.

So, what about the pricing? The Mi A3 starts at Rs 12,999 for 4GB + 64GB storage variant, while the 6GB + 128GB variant is priced at Rs 15,999. It’ll be available for purchase from Amazon, as well as Xiaomi’s own website. It comes in three different colours, those being Not Just Blue, More Than White and Kind of Grey. The first sale of the new Android One-powered Mi A3 is scheduled for August 23.

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Xiaomi‘s latest pure Android-running smartphone, the Mi A3 has been launched in Asia and some countries in Europe. India isn’t among the Asian countries where the Mi A3 has been launched. There are rumours already on the streets already that Xiaomi’slatest Android One telephone will be hitting India on August 23.

The rumour didn’t include a price tag of the device. However, the device is expected to have a cheaper price than what it currently sells for (€250) in Europe. So the device may be priced around Rs 17,500. We’ll have to wait until the launch to find out.

The Mi A3 seems to beXiaoi’s way of telling us not to desire pure Android -running phones. The device was announced with a disappointing HD display, whereas the Mi A1 and A2 both feature Full HD (1080p) screens. Apart from that, though, the Mi A3 seems to be an amazing phone. It is fired up by a Snapdragon 665 processor and packs a large 4030mAh battery. The triple cameras remain the same as the Mi CC9e which includes a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. At the front, there is a 32MP selfie sensor.  The phone comes in two memory versions – 4GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB.

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China-based smartphone maker Xiaomi recently launched the Mi A3 Android One smartphone in Spain and will soon be made available in other regions. However, just days after its launch, the company has shared a disassembly video of the Mi A3.

The process is quite simple — remove the hybrid SIM card tray and once you open the back panel, all you need is a screwdriver to go all the way. The video shared by the company focuses on the camera — which is the highlight of the device.

The company also points out the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset, the processor that is powering the smartphone but most are disappointed Xiaomi’s choice of the chipset. Also, the company skips past the display component, which uses an HD panel.

So, not only the users are disappointed with Xiaomi opting for an HD display panel on the third-generation Mi A-series smartphone, even the company is aware of its bad choice. This is quite disappointing given that the Mi A2 came with a Full HD display. So, with Mi A3, the company has moved a step backward.

It mentions that there’s a 0.915cc cavity for the loudspeaker, which is the same size as on the Redmi K20. The 4,030mAh battery has virtually the same capacity as the K20 battery too with the same 18W fast charging support. Except for the screen, chipset, and RAM, everything else seems quite similar to the Redmi K20.

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The Xiaomi Mi A3 was officially announced yesterday in Spain for a starting price of 249 euros ($280). It’s a solid smartphone in the budget segment featuring the new Snapdragon 665 processor, 4GB of RAM, 48MP triple cameras, and a large 4030mAh battery. One of its major highlights is its in-display fingerprint sensor, not usually seen in this price segment. The display is the only major department where Xiaomi seems to have let us down but is it really very bad? That’s what we find out in our Xiaomi Mi A3 video review.

We got the phone pretty early so we could publish this Mi A3 review pretty quickly. We have talked about the phone’s disappointing HD+ display as well, so you’ll get a fair idea how it looks in real life. We compare it with the elder brother, the Mi CC9 as well so that you know what you are missing out.

Finally, our sources had mentioned that there should be a rebranded Xiaomi Mi CC9 model for the international market in September. We still don’t know what it’ll be called but it’s very likely that it ends up as the Xiaomi Mi A3 Pro. If you have missed out on our Xiaomi Mi CC9 review, you can check that out from here!

And don’t worry, a full Xiaomi Mi A3 review article is also on the way. It should be up in a couple of days.

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Xiaomi has officially announced the Mi A3 mid-ranger in Spain. As we confirmed earlier in our hands-on article, the Mi A3 is a rebranded Mi CC9e model for the European market. The phone retains every aspect of its CC9e brother, except for the software which is replaced by Android One based on Pie. 

Since we already know the specifications of the Xiaomi Mi A3, let’s first take a look at its pricing and availability. Spain is the first market to get this device. The phone will be available in just 4GB RAM variant with two storage options: 64GB and 128GB and will go on sale on July 24. The 4GB + 64GB variant is priced at 249 euros ($279) while the 4GB + 128GB variant will retail for 279 euros ($313). There will be three colors for the Mi A3 in Spain: Black, Blue, and Pure White. What’s interesting is that we have the ‘Kind of Grey’ model with us right now but there’s no mention of a Grey version for the Spanish market. It’s possible that the black version ends up being called ‘Kind of Grey’.

As for the specs, the Mi A3 comes with a modest 6.088-inch HD+ display with an indisplay fingerprint sensor, Snapdragon 665 processor, and a large 4030mAh battery. The triple cameras remain the same as the Mi CC9e which includes a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP wide-angle sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. Up front, you have a 32MP selfie sensor. 

The pricing puts the Mi A3 above the Snapdragon 660 powered Redmi Note 7 in the Spanish market. However, it’s HD+ display is sure to disappoint a lot of fans. After all, previous Mi A series mid-rangers have had FHD displays. But Android One and it’s camera setup could be enough to get the attention of European buyers. What are your thoughts?

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There’s been a lot of buzz around the Xiaomi Mi A3 in the past couple of weeks. However, nothing much is left to our imagination since the phone has been extensively leaked. There’s already a hands-on with the device and now, we have got the Xiaomi Mi A3 in our hands too. So, let’s take a closer look at what the device has to offer.

First, the Xiaomi Mi A3 is an exact replica of the Xiaomi Mi CC9e in terms of design and specs. So it’s clear that Xiaomi is going to sell it in the international markets as a rebranded CC9e model. So you get the same dew drop display on the front with thick bezels at the bottom. The back remains the same as well, with the phone featuring triple cameras on the top left corner and the Xiaomi logo on the bottom left. However, unlike the Mi CC9e, the Mi A3 comes with a bunch of stickers on its right side, including the Android One logo. There’s CE certification as well which confirms that the phone is headed for Europe. 

As for the specs, the Mi A3 stays exactly the same as the CC9e. So, yes, the phone will continue to use an HD+ screen which will be a downgrade from the FHD screen on its predecessor. The screen will be a 6.08-inch AMOLED panel and will come with in-screen fingerprint sensor. Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 powers the phone and there’s a large 4030mAh battery as well.

Finally, the triple camera setup remains the same with a 48MP sensor along with an 8MP wide-angle sensor and 2MP depth sensor. Upfront, the phone retains a powerful 32MP selfie shooter. As for the software, the phone gets a stock Android Pie flavor instead of MIUI.

We got the Xiaomi Mi A3 4GB + 64GB model but there should be other variants on the way. It’s interesting to note that Xiaomi takes inspiration from Google’s Pixel lineup in naming the color for the device. The grey color model with us is simply called as ‘Kind Of Grey’. The box includes a silicon case as well.

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The Mi A3 will be officially announced in Spain later today. However, the phone is already up for sale on Giztop.

We are currently in the process of reviewing the device, so stay tuned for more updates! You can also check out our CC9 review from here!

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When Xiaomi eventually announces the Mi A3 in Spain today, a lot of folks will be disappointed, as one of its key features is a downgrade from the previous versions.

A hands-on article by Malaysian blog Soyacincau, has confirmed that the Mi A3 is truly a rebranded Xiaomi CC9e down to the display. This means the Mi A3 has an HD+ AMOLED screen and not an FHD+ AMOLED screen. This is a downgrade from the previous models which all have 1080p screens including last year’s Mi A2 Lite.

The screen is 6.088” in size and has a waterdrop notch at the top for the selfie camera. The particular variant of the Mi A3 they got their hands on has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage which can be expanded via a hybrid dual-SIM slot.

The retail box also confirms there is a Snapdragon 665 processor inside it and the color variant is called “Kind of Grey”. It appears Xiaomi has borrowed a leaf from Google’s color-naming scheme. The color is identical to the CC9e’s deep gray variant. There is Xiaomi written on the bottom left corner of the phone and on the bottom right is the Android One logo.

The Mi A3 has a 32MP selfie camera while the rear is home to a 48MP triple camera setup. The secondary cameras are an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP depth sensor. The phone also has a 4030mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack at the top. It also runs stock Android 9 Pie with June’s security patch installed.

The source says the unit was provided by the online store Mobile2Go. The store is already taking orders, so if you reside in Malaysia and want one, you can order it for RM 1098 which roughly converts into $267. It is available in gray and blue.

The Mi A3 is expected to launch later today in Spain and then in France on Thursday, July 18.

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It is raining Mi A3 news today. First, we covered renders and specs of the phone and then it was followed by unboxing photos. The latest is a launch date for the phone in the central European country of Poland.

A poster has surfaced on the web that reveals the Mi A3 will be launching in Poland on July 25. We think this is where the phone will make its first appearance before heading to other markets and this is because the date is sort of exactly a year after the Mi A2 launched. The Mi A2 was announced on July 24 in Spain and now Xiaomi is taking the launch of its successor to Poland a day after its 1 year anniversary.

The image says the Mi A3 will launch in Warsaw and the event will begin at 1600hrs. Those who can’t make it should be able to watch a livestream of the launch.

The Mi A3 will have an AMOLED display with an in-display fingerprint, a Snapdragon 665 processor, 4GB of RAM, up to 128GB of storage, a 4030mAh battery, triple rear cameras, and run vanilla Android.

We expect the Mi A3 will launch alongside a less-powerful Mi A3 Lite which will also cost less.

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If you have been looking forward to the Mi A3 having a Snapdragon 730 or Snapdragon 710, you sure will be heartbroken by this news. As the title says, we now have confirmation that the Mi A3 will have a Snapdragon 665 processor just like the Xiaomi CC9e. Exclusive unboxing photos of the phone were posted by GsmArena and they show what the retail box of the phone looks like as well as its contents.

The Xiaomi Mi A3 will come in a white box which has images of the phone on the front part of the box. The packaging confirms the phone will come in black, blue and white. There is “Mi A3” written in bold white font in front too.

The unit in the box is black and alongside the phone is a USB Type-C cable and a charger, both in white. The peelable sticker on the front of the phone lists some of the specs.

The Mi A3 will have a 48MP triple rear camera system which includes an ultra-wide-angle camera. It will have a 4030mAh “high-capacity battery”, and a “fast in-screen fingerprint sensor”. The last specification listed is the processor which is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor.

Based on these specs, one can say the Mi A3 is actually the Xiaomi CC9e with an FHD+ AMOLED display as the CC9e has an HD+ AMOLED screen.

It is understandable why the Mi A3 isn’t rocking a Snapdragon 730 processor. If it does, it will most likely affect the sales of the Mi 9T/Redmi K20 which has a Snapdragon 730 chipset. Xiaomi will most likely launch the Mi A3 in the same markets where the Mi 9T/Redmi K20 is sold (except for China), and with lots of folks preferring stock Android to MIUI, that might be a recipe for disaster.

The advantage of having a less-powerful chipset is that the phone should sell for less too. It has been reported that the starting price may be lower than that of the Mi A2.

Any guesses?#PhotosWithoutLimits pic.twitter.com/syOhm5lOSz

— Xiaomi #PhotosWithoutLimits (@Xiaomi) July 13, 2019

[Tell Mi] What are the top THREE upgrades you just can't wait to see from #MiA3? #PhotosWithoutLimits pic.twitter.com/jYG8eaaNyg

— Xiaomi #PhotosWithoutLimits (@Xiaomi) July 13, 2019

Based on this new leak, the Mi A3’s launch is definitely around the corner and it might launch in less than two weeks. Xiaomi has already begun teasing the phone. It released another set of teasers today which show the phone will have triple rear cameras. And the hashtag #PhotoWithoutLimits confirm camera performance is a primary focus.

Aside from the processor, the Mi A3 is an upgrade over its predecessor in every other way. It has a better display, a bigger battery, brings back the audio jack, and has better cameras. It may also cost less.

There is no news of the Mi A3 Lite at the moment.

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Just around the time the Xiaomi CC9 and Xiaomi CC9e phones were about to launch, news of Xiaomi’s next-generation Android One phones also surfaced again. The reason for this is because of evidence showing that the CC9 and CC9e might also launch as the Mi A3 and Mi A3 Lite in other markets began to show up. Now renders of the Mi A3 including its specs have surfaced.

The official renders and specs show that the Mi A3 will come in three color variants – black, blue, and white; the same ones as the Xiaomi CC9.

Since this is the same device as the CC9, we don’t need to go over the design again, but it is important to mention that it is nice to have the audio jack return following its removal in the Mi A2. There is also the new Android One logo at the bottom left of the phone.

According to Winfuture.de, the source of the images and leaked specs, the Mi A3 will come with a 6.0-inch 2240 x 1080 Super AMOLED Dot Drop display with a fingerprint scanner underneath. The notch is home to a 32MP selfie camera.

On the back, the phone has three cameras – a 48MP f/1.79 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. Coming to the processor, the Mi A3 differs from the CC9 as it swaps the Snapdragon 710 processor for the Snapdragon 665 chipset. This is the same info our source told us yesterday which means the Mi A3 is sort of the CC9 with the CC9e’s chipset. Nevertheless, Roland Quandt does advise that he isn’t 100% sure of the specs, so better to take it with a grain of salt.

Xiaomi Mi A3 official pics w/o watermark. Enjoy. PS: I am not 100% on the specs as my info is contradicting in some ways. SD665 but 1080p is not a CC9 and not a CC9e either, so please take this wiht a grain of salt. Pics are official though. More: https://t.co/6uWOokV3Lb pic.twitter.com/BSqqAQW9z4

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) July 12, 2019

The Mi A3 will come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of storage and will also have support for storage expansion which Xiaomi once again removed from the Mi A2. Its battery capacity is 4000mAh and there is support for fast charging, though the exact type isn’t mentioned. The phone will have a USB type-C port and an IR blaster for controlling your electronic appliances. It will run Android 9 Pie out of the box.

The phone is scheduled to launch soon and Winfuture reports it will be available in Germany too. It should also be available in other parts of Europe including the UK.

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In the past few weeks, there were several leaks about the Xiaomi Mi A3 without any official confirmation from the company. But now, Xiaomi took to twitter to officially tease the new Android One lineup saying “The world’s best selling Android One series is back”.

Our hit Mi A series is coming back with a serious bang! #PhotosWithoutLimits pic.twitter.com/ak2MycQN2m

— Xiaomi #PhotosWithoutLimits (@Xiaomi) July 12, 2019

In a second tweet, Xiaomi further confirmed that the phone will be camera centric, stating that it has incredible front as well as rear cameras.

Amazing back cam meets incredible front cam. That means great shots…ALL the time! #PhotosWithoutLimits pic.twitter.com/JjT9laEH5e

— Xiaomi #PhotosWithoutLimits (@Xiaomi) July 12, 2019

The timing is actually quite perfect. Just a few hours ago, we exclusively revealed that the Xiaomi Mi A3 was going to be a rebranded version of Mi CC9e model. We also added that the company was already stocking up the phone for supply and an official launch was very near. So, this is actually in line with the information we received.

What’s even more interesting is the fact that Xiaomi replied to an year-old tweet from Unbox Therapy saying that the Mi A3 would offer better value for money. It even tweeted back at CNET’s review from last year saying ‘Wait until you get your first look at the A3’.

If you thought #MiA2 was a crazy good deal, get ready for Mi A3⃣! @UnboxTherapy we really hope you like. Coming very soon!

— Xiaomi #PhotosWithoutLimits (@Xiaomi) July 12, 2019

This is also in line with what we said in our previous article. Our source had revealed that the Mi A3 4GB+64GB model could start around $199, offering better value than its predecessor which started at around $235.

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Also, if the Mi A3 is really the CC9e, then the phone will feature the Snapdragon 665 processor, with a large 4000mAh battery, 32MP Front camera, and a 48MP triple camera rear setup. These specs definitely offer amazing value for a $200 device.

Since Xiaomi has started teasing the Mi A3, expect to get more official information in the coming days. Stay tuned!

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After launching the Xiaomi CC9 series last week in China, Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi will be launching its K20 series next week in India. It’s as if there’s a new Xiaomi smartphone in the market every 15 days. We say this because we have some fresh news from our supply chain sources and they reveal that the Xiaomi Mi A3 will meet us real soon too. How soon? We don’t have an exact date, but know that the phone will soon be ready for shipping.

After the success of the Mi A2, there’s been a lot of speculation whether there’ll be a successor this year. Turns out, there will be one and we can confirm this information. And like Ishan revealed via MSP yesterday, it will be a rebranded CC series model. However, our source has a slightly different information. 

According to our source, the Xiaomi Mi A3 will be a rebranded Mi CC9e model. In fact, it is said that the A3 is already being stocked up. But there will be one more device, which will be a rebranded CC9 model. Unfortunately, our source couldn’t confirm the name of this model. It’s said that the rebranded CC9 model will launch in September. 

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There’s some information on the pricing as well. The price of the 4GB+64GB Xiaomi Mi A3 model is said to be around $199. This could be the pricing for the Indian market, which converts to around Rs. 13,700. If this is true, then the Xiaomi Mi A3 will feature Snapdragon 665 with a 48MP triple camera setup, a 6-inch 720p display and a 32MP selfie camera. Note that the Mi A3 series will continue to feature stock Android on board like its predecessors.

If you notice, this information is quite different from Ishan’s leak. He said that the Mi A3 will feature a Snapdragon 730 processor while the Mi A3 Lite would feature a Snapdragon 675 processor. But our source seems to be quite sure of the above information.

Interestingly, the Mi A3 Android One model had already passed through FCC and IMDA certifications last week. And guess what – the model number of the certified Android One model, M1906F9SH was very similar to the Mi CC9e that was certified back in June. This adds even more credibility to what our source revealed. 

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However, what’s confusing is that if the Mi A3 is a rebranded Xiaomi Mi CC9e, then the company is essentially bringing down its Mi A series lineup to a lower priced category. That would also explain the cheaper $199 price tag. If you recall, the Mi A2 started at Rs. 16,999 in India last year, which comes to around $234.

Anyway, the official Mi A3 launch shouldn’t be far off. So, we’ll get to know official details very soon!

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Earlier today, we reported that the Xiaomi CC9e was seen on Geekbench. None of the benchmark results revealed the exact chipset powering the phone but we were able to deduce it is actually the Snapdragon 665 chipset. Now, we can confirm it will actually be the first Snapdragon 665 phone.

Thanks to a new leak that shows images of the phone running system diagnostics app, AIDA64, we now know for certain that there is a Snapdragon 665 under the hood of the Xiaomi CC9e.

The first of the images actually show the processor name as Snapdragon 640/665 but we already know there is no chipset called the Snapdragon 640 which leaves the SD665. The SoC has eight cores – four are clocked at 1.8GHz while the other four are clocked at 2.0GHz.

The original source of the images also revealed that the Xiaomi CC9 will be powered by the Snapdragon 710 processor and not the Snapdragon 730

AIDA64 confirms the phone runs Android 9 Pie and has March’s security patch installed. It also reveals the phone has a battery capacity of 4030mAh. But that’s not all.

If you take a look at the second image, you will see the Build ID says “laurel_sprout….”. The parameter that also says “Fingerprint recognition” (after translation) also has “laurel_sprout”.

If you have been following news of Android One devices, then you will know that all Android phones have the “sprout” suffix in their codenames. This means the Xiaomi CC9e will also be an Android One phone (at least when it launches outside China).

#Xiaomi Mi CC9e-
6-inch display
3940mAH
153.48×71.85×8.475(mm)
10W charging support

Looks like Mi CC9e would be Mi A3 Lite (according to model number). pic.twitter.com/yUTcWfJ6NJ

— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) June 28, 2019

#Xiaomi
M1805D1Sx- Redmi 6 Pro/Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite
M1906F9Sx- Xiaomi Mi CC9e

M1804D2Sx- Xiaomi Mi 6X/Xiaomi Mi A2

M1904F3Bx- Xiaomi Mi CC9 Mito Edition
M1905F9Sx- Xiaomi Mi ?X/Xiaomi Mi A3

— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) June 29, 2019

Upcoming leaker, Sudhanshu Ambhore, known for his Xiaomi-related leaks believes the Xiaomi CC9e will launch as the Mi A3 Lite. He revealed that in a tweet last week and this new leak reinforces it. Based on that, the Xiaomi CC9 might as well be the Mi A3.

Back in March, the guys at XDA-Developers found details of upcoming Xiaomi Android One smartphones in firmware files. The devices which had the codenames “bamboo_sprout”, and “cosmos_sprout” both have 32MP front-facing cameras and in-display fingerprint scanners. While none of the codenames matches that of the Xiaomi CC9e, we do know it has a 32MP selfie camera and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The CC9 also has these two features but we don’t know its codename.

Nevertheless, these details reinforce that the Xiaomi CC9e and Xiaomi CC9 might launch in other markets as the Mi A3 Lite and Mi A3 respectively.

(Sources: 1, 2, 3)

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Xiaomi has four phones with 48MP cameras. There is the Redmi Note 7, the Redmi Note 7 Pro, the Mi 9 (including Mi 9 Transparent Edition), and the Mi 9 SE. Today, the official Redmi India account confirmed there is another 48MP phone on the way.

2+ MILLION in 2 MONTHS! #MissionAccomplished!

Thank you Mi fans for the love you've shown to #RedmiNote7 and #RedmiNote7Pro! Now it's time to gear up for a new #48MP!

Are you ready for #48MPForEveryone? RT if you wanna know more. pic.twitter.com/hk0KFsAPNo

— Redmi India (@RedmiIndia) May 13, 2019

The info was revealed in the tweet celebrating the sales of over 2 million Redmi Note 7 series. Manu Kumar Jain, the MD of Xiaomi India also mentioned the arrival of another 48MP phone in his own celebration tweet.

RUNAWAY SUCCESS! Proud that we sold 2M+ #RedmiNote7 & Pro in 2 months! = 2.5 Lakh/week.

Everyone loved the crazy #48MP @ #RedmiNote7Pro. The demand was probably >1M/week.

To celebrate, we're bringing another #48MP phone!

Any guesses? RT if excited. #48MPForEveryone pic.twitter.com/CzaMLmUCkh

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) May 13, 2019

Leaked specs of the upcoming Redmi K20 Pro phone have revealed the phone will have a 48MP primary rear camera. However, we are pretty sure it is definitely not this phone launching in India soon.

Last month, Mr. Kumar revealed in a tweet that there will be a new Xiaomi phone with the latest Snapdragon 700 series processor launching in India very soon. We believe it is the same device that is being referred to in the above-mentioned tweets. The identity of the phone remains unconfirmed. While we strongly believe it is the Mi A3 Android One phone, there are others that think it is a different device entirely.

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Nevertheless, we expect more details about the phone will surface in the weeks leading up to its release.

(Sources: 1, 2)

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Just a few days ago, Redmi India announced two new smartphones – the Redmi Y3 and the Redmi 7. Today, Xiaomi India’s MD has revealed a more powerful phone is coming to the market very soon. The exciting part is that the phone will be powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 700 series – the Snapdragon 730 or Snapdragon 730G.

In the tweet which was posted earlier today, the MD of Xiaomi India, Manu Kumar Jain, shared a photo he took with two Qualcomm India executives. He talked about the partnership between the two companies and then teased the arrival of the Xiaomi phone.

Great meeting Rajen @rajen_vagadia & Kedar from #Qualcomm.@Xiaomi & @Qualcomm have always worked together to bring the latest & the best!

Breaking news: A new #Xiaomi phone with latest #Snapdragon 7_ _ (announced just 2 weeks ago) is coming to India very soon!

Any guesses? pic.twitter.com/TnrnTOr4PI

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) April 26, 2019

The only info he revealed about the device is that it will come with the latest “Snapdragon 7_ _ (announced just 2 weeks ago)”. The Snapdragon 730 and Snapdragon 730G are the two Snapdragon 700 chipsets Qualcomm released this month, so it’s one of the two. However, we believe it is the Snapdragon 730.

A little over a week ago, key specs of a Redmi phone leaked. The leak revealed the device is powered by a Snapdragon 730 processor, packs a 4000mAh battery, and has a triple camera setup (48MP + 8MP + 13MP). This is most likely the same device heading to India but it may launch in China first. We have no info about the name of the phone but we strongly believe it will launch in India as a Mi phone and not a Redmi phone.

If we want to be specific, this might actually be the Mi A3 Android phone. There is no specific date for the launch yet but we won’t be surprised if Xiaomi wants to announce its next Android One phone a little early this year.

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We are pretty excited here and we are sure a lot of our readers are too. Do you have an idea of the name of the phone? Let us know in the comment box.

(Source)

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In a few months, Xiaomi should follow up its Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite Android One phones with successors. The phones are expected to arrive as the Mi A3 and Mi A3 Lite, and a new report has revealed they will be coming with an in-display fingerprint scanner.

The folks at XDA-Developers who are known for digging up details about upcoming phones from firmware files and similar sources said they found evidence of three new devices that Xiaomi is currently hardware testing. The devices are codenamed “pyxis”, “bamboo_sprout”, and “cosmos_sprout”. The last two are confirmed to be Android One phones as all Android One devices have “_sprout” in their codenames.

It is said that the three phones are being tested with “fod” which is short for fingerprint-on-display a.k.a in-display fingerprint scanners. The three phones may also have 32MP front-facing cameras with 4-in-1 pixel binning as the hardware test reveals the phones have an image output resolution of 32MP (6560 x 4928) for the front-facing camera.

The rest of the specs are still unknown but it is suggested that “pyxis” might be the MIUI version of either “bamboo_sprout” or “cosmos_sprout”. The phones will most likely be powered by different processors. The Mi A2 has a Snapdragon 660 processor and there are lots of chipsets to choose for its successor. There is the Snapdragon 670, the Snapdragon 675, the Snapdragon 710, and the Snapdragon 712 which debuted on the Mi 9 SE.

The Mi A3 Lite also has a fair number of processors to choose from such as the Snapdragon 632, Snapdragon 636, or even the Snapdragon 660. All three phones will be available in different RAM and storage configurations and should have at least dual rear cameras. They should also run Android Pie out of the box.

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It is not surprising that these mid-range phones will have in-display fingerprint scanners. About a month ago, Xiaomi’s product manager said more mid-range phones released this year will have the feature. The upper mid-range Mi 9 SE has an in-display fingerprint scanner.

The new Android One phones are not expected until July or June at the earliest.

(Source)

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Xiaomi is working on a new Android One device. The codename of this device has been revealed through the Android Pie based MIUI 10 firmware for the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone. Now that the Chinese manufacturer has launched Xiaomi Mi A1, Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite smartphones so far. Hence, it seems that the newly spotted device could be the Xiaomi Mi A3 smartphone.

In the MIUI 10 firmware of Mi 8, an XDA forum member could find a device with “orchid_sprout” codename. Almost every known Android One device that is approved by Google is known for carrying “_sprout” suffix and the same is applicable for Xiaomi’s Android One smartphones. For instance, the Mi A1, Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite were respectively codenamed as “tissot_sprout,” “jasmine_sprout,” and “daisy_sprout.” Hence, the “orchid_sprout” codename could belong to the upcoming Xiaomi Mi A3 smartphone.

There is no information available on the specifications of the Xiaomi Mi A3 smartphone. The Mi A1, Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite lacked supported for NFC. However, through the firmware leak it has been revealed that “orchid_sprout” device is equipped with NFC connectivity. The NFC chip used on the device is from NXP.

One should be aware of the fact that there is no confirmation on whether the “orchid_sprout” will be marketed as Xiaomi Mi A3. Some of the codenames of Xiaomi devices that were spotted in the past such as Comet, Achilles, Lilium and so on were never released. Hence, no more details on the “orchid_sprout” may surface for a while. The existence of the device can be confirmed through leaks that may appear from other sources.

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The Xiaomi Mi A2 was unveiled in July and the same device with MIUI skin onboard is selling in China as Xiaomi Mi 6X. The Redmi 6 Pro that made were released in China and India is available in other markets as Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite. The latter was announced alongside Mi A2 in July. Hence, the new Android One devices from Xiaomi are expected to go official by early Q3 this year.

(source)

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