Xiaomi Mi 5S and Mi 5S Plus were released recently but looks like they are not the only high-end phones that are going to be announced by the company this year. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun confirmed the existence of the Mi Note 2 recently and considering that the specs of the Mi 5S Plus have left us wanting for more, the Mi Note 2 would be a perfect high-end flagship from the company.

Now, the popular Chinese analyst Pan Juitang says that the Mi Note 2 will be priced at 4000 Yuan, which comes to nearly $600! This will make it the costliest flagship from Xiaomi till date. He failed to mention any possible specs of the device, but previous rumors suggest that the Mi Note 2 will come with a curved screen display, dual cameras, 6GB RAM option and more powerful hardware.

It actually makes sense for the Mi Note 2 to be super high-end and costly. Xiaomi’s executives had previously revealed that the company aims to make its mark in the premium segment and the Mi Note 2 will be the perfect phone to do that job. Further, with Samsung Galaxy Note 7 out of the picture, there will be a void to be filled in the premium Android market in the next few months. Xiaomi could aim to cover this void with its new release, provided it comes with the latest technology on board. That’s why it makes sense why the Mi Note 2 will be a relatively costly Xiaomi phone.

Anyway, apart from confirming the existence of the Mi Note 2, Xiaomi’s CEO has practically revealed nothing else about the device. So, we will have to wait for some more concrete details in the next few days. Stay tuned!

Meanwhile, let us know if you would be willing to shell out as much as $600 for a Xiaomi flagship.

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Xiaomi released the two flagship phones, the Xiaomi Mi 5S and the Xiaomi Mi 5S Plus just a week back, however, rumors about new models continue to come in. Earlier today, new images of a Mi smartphone, most likely the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 surfaced on Weibo, revealing a different design than what we had seen for the phone. Some say that it could be the Mi 6 flagship, but it is a bit too early for even the prototypes to emerge, given that the Mi 5S was just launched.

So, we are assuming this is the upcoming Mi Note 2 phone. The design is different, in the sense, the corners are rounder than other Xiaomi flagships and the overall look of the device is unique to the company’s smartphone lineup. Apart from the Mi logo on the back of the phone, there’s nothing else to confirm that this is a Xiaomi smartphone.

What’s interesting about the phone is that it features a curved screen design. While we can’t verify whether it’s a dual curved edge display or just a normal 2.5D curved display, the front for sure looks good. Further, you have the oblong home button below the display, like the Mi 5 which should come with a fingerprint sensor embedded into it.

Other specs of the Mi Note 2 are expected to be very high-end, much better than the Mi 5S as well. You can read more about that from here.

So, what do you think about this new design?

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Xiaomi’s Mi Note 2 flagship has been making rounds on the internet for the past few weeks, but it looks like we might have a final release date of the device. According to the latest leak from Weibo, Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is going to launch on September 14. That’s quite possible since we have been hearing that the phone’s launch is pretty close and September 14 is just around a week away, i.e. next Wednesday. However, let me remind you that Xiaomi is yet to confirm a release date for its new device.

There are also rumors about a September 24 release date for the device, however, it’s a Saturday. Chinese companies including Xiaomi usually never keep flagship launch conference on Saturdays, which is why September 24 release date is unlikely.

So, what can we expect on the new flagship device? Well, earlier rumors have already painted a very thorough picture of the upcoming smartphone. It is said that the Mi Note 2 could come in two different versions, one powered by Snapdragon 820 and 4GB of RAM and the other powered by the even more powerful Snapdragon 821 with 6GB of RAM on board.

RELATED: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 In Pictures With Dual Cameras & Curved Display (Renders)

As for the display, there should be at least one version with a 5.7-inch 2K curved display. At the back, the flagship should get dual cameras as well, most likely a 13MP dual camera setup. Like the Mi5 and the Redmi Pro, expect the fingerprint sensor to be located on the front.

Pricing won’t be cheap, at least that’s what we have heard from an analyst. But considering this is Xiaomi we are talking about, we can expect the phone to be priced around 2999 Yuan (~$450), which would be quite aggressive for its specs.

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Xiaomi has been quite busy the past few days, releasing two new phones in the Redmi lineup, the Redmi Pro (Review here) and the Redmi Note 4. However, for those who are looking for a much more powerful smartphone, the company is soon said to release the Mi Note 2 flagship in September this year. Yes, earlier it was said that the Mi Note 2 would debut in August, but now, the latest rumors say that the release will be in September.

Rumors about the Mi Note 2 have been cropping up in China quite consistently for the past few weeks, and the latest leak related to the phone reveals a few details about the specs of the device. A leaked screenshot of the Mi Note 2 shows that the phone will come with the Snapdragon 820 chipset clocked at 2.15GHz. There were rumors that the Mi Note 2 will also have a SD821 powered version, but we can only be sure after the company confirms it. This screenshot could be of one of the versions of the device.

RELATED: New Mi Note 2 Leak Shows Dual Curved 3D Glasses and 128GB Storage

Apart from the powerful SD820, the phone is also running 6GB RAM inside with 64GB of internal storage. So, this doesn’t look like the standard version. We expect a 4GB RAM version of the device as well. Finally, the screenshot reveals that the Mi Note 2 is running MIUI 8.6 version.

While we can’t be sure of the authenticity of this screenshot, these specs are just about what every leak have been pointing towards in the past few days. There are also rumors about a dual curved version of the phone, which makes this device even more exciting.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is one of the most anticipated smartphones in the second half of 2016. Analyst Pan Juitang has revealed that we could meet this new flagship as soon as this month, but as of now, we haven’t heard any official smartphone launch event in August. However, the rumors and leaks have painted a very powerful image of the Mi Note 2 flagship, with features such as dual cameras, curved screen display and Snapdragon 821 chip inside. Now, if you were wondering how the Mi Note 2 would look like with these features, then you are in luck as a few fan-made renders of the device have just been spotted.

The Mi Note 2 renders seem to use the same 3D glass body of the Mi5, adding the dual cameras at the back and a curved display as revealed by recent rumors. In fact, a few days back, we even got to see the alleged dual curved display panel of the Mi Note 2, revealing its slight resemblance to Galaxy Note 7’s design. Looks like these renders were made taking all these information into consideration and to be honest, the maker has done a fine job of making the Mi Note 2 look premium and flagship worthy. In fact, these renders could be close to what the new Xiaomi flagship could look like, although we haven’t seen it in real life to confirm this yet.

The front of the device looks beautiful, with curved glass display and the rectangular home button. These renders also have the speakers located at the bottom of the phone. You will also find the USB Type-C port used in the design. The back of the phone looks like the Mi5 with a glass body. However, we can see the dual cameras and dual tone flash on top.

RELATED: Analyst: Xiaomi’s Mi 5s and Mi Note 2 to Cost More

Overall, these renders reveal a premium design for the Mi Note 2 flagship and we can expect nothing less from a company like Xiaomi.

Meanwhile, you can check out more coverage on the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 from down below. 

Curved Panel from Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Leaked , Image Inside

Mi Note 2 Specs Leak: Will Have Up to 4 Versions

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Seems To Have Passed 3C Certification

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 & Mi Smartwatch still launching August, reaffirms Analyst

You can check out all the remaining renders of the Mi Note 2 from down below.

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Xiaomi’s co-founder had previously revealed that the company was preparing the launch of a new flagship smartphone in August. While the company is yet to confirm that the new product launching is going to be the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, a new device has just passed the Chinese 3C certification website. Considering the charging specs of this certified device, it is a high-end smartphone model, which means it could be the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flagship.

The listing reveals that the phone supports 5v 2.5A, 9V 2A and 12V 1.5A charging, which takes the maximum wattage to 18W. So, this means that the phone comes with fast charging support. Further, today’s listing of the device confirms that the phone will be manufactured by Foxconn.

READ MORE: Analyst: Xiaomi’s Mi 5s and Mi Note 2 to Cost More

Considering the above information, it looks like the device certified is a flagship model, which could be none other than the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flagship. Previous rumors have said that the phone should be the first Chinese model to feature the Snapdragon 821 chipset. There should be 4GB  / 6GB RAM variants and we could also see a curved screen display version.

RELATED: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Variants Leaked In Detail: Top-End Specs Including Dual Cameras

While Xiaomi is yet to confirm that the Mi Note 2 is coming, the previous generation Mi Note models are no longer available for purchase from the official company store, which should be a good indication that a new model is coming.

If the launch is indeed in August, then we are quite sure that new information about the device will pop up on the internet pretty soon. So, stay tuned!

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For the past few weeks, we have been hearing a lot about the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flagship. However, up till now, these rumors only revealed an approximate release period, which is said to be around August. But now, we might have a final date, as new rumors from China say that the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 will be announced on July 25. Further, the phone is said to come with a 5.7-inch display, 6GB of RAM, Snapdragon chipset and a price tag of 2499 Yuan ($375).

So, does the July 25 date make sense? Kind of. Xiaomi has already started teasing the Mi Note 2 and when a company does that, it can only mean that the release date is near. July 25 is still around three weeks away, which means there’s still time for Xiaomi to start teasing the device aggressively.

Moreover, another reason why July 25 could indeed be the release date of the Mi Note 2 is because of the latest teaser. Remember the teaser Xiaomi released a couple of days back saying 2>5. Here > could imply 7, which would mean that 2>5 is hinting at the July 25 date (7 / 25).

If you want another reason to believe this date, then just go back a few more days and recall the comment made by the Xiaomi co-founder, Lin Bin. He had said that the company will release a powerful flagship in July. Mi Note 2 should be out best bet.

Taking all these information into consideration, it is possible that we meet the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 on July 25. Of course, nothing is confirmed at the moment, so we can’t be 100% sure until we the company confirms the date.

RELATED: Xiaomi to release a 4000 Yuan ($600) Flagship this year

The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is said to the be the most powerful handset from the company till date, even rumored to feature the new Snapdragon 821 chipset along with 6GB of RAM. There should be other versions as well, like one with dual cameras and dual curved edge display. 

Hopefully, we will get more details about the handset in the coming days.

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According to an insider, the Xiaomi Mi5S as well as the Mi Note 2 will come with pressure sensitive displays. However, the source says that the technology inside Xiaomi’s new phones will be much better than the ones seen on Huawei and rumored on Meizu. So, we can expect some advanced pressure based touch functions on the new devices.

While Huawei was one of the first smartphone companies to release Force Touch enabled smartphone (Huawei Mate S), the touch based features of the device utilizing the new technology were limited. In fact, Apple’s 3D Touch was considered much better than the pressure sensitive technology used by other Android manufacturers like Huawei. So, it is exciting to hear that Xiaomi’s pressure sensitive display will be much better than Huawei or Meizu. In fact, even Huawei is expected to release a much better version of its Force Touch technology in new Mate series model, most likely called as the Mate S2.

Back in April, the same insider, Mocha RQ had revealed a few details about these two phones. The Xiaomi Mi5S is said to come with the same screen size and resolution as the Mi5, but there will be upgrades like pressure sensitive display and Qualcomm’s Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. Like the earlier rumors have said, there is even a possibility of dual cameras ending up on this device. As for the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, the flagship

RELATED: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 to come in three variants, including one with curved edged display

As for the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, the flagship, the phone is expected to feature a 5.7-inch FHD 1080p display with Snapdragon 820 inside. This information was revealed back in April, and recent rumors have pointed out that the Mi Note 2 could end up with a better chip, the Snapdragon 821. Even this phone is said to come with pressure sensitive display and Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, along with a Ceramic body. We know Xiaomi has had issues with the mass production of ceramic Xiaomi Mi5, so we are not quite sure whether the company would consider a ceramic body for one of the most important flagships of the second half of 2016.

These phones are rumored to launch in August 2016, which is just a month away. If true, then we should hear more about them in the next few days.

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Ever since Lin Bin revealed that Xiaomi will release a flagship smartphone in the second half of 2016, we have received a lot of leaks and rumors about the device. This includes recent information about three variants of the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 as well as specs of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi5S. However, today, we have an even more extensive leak, revealing the specs, variants as well as the pricing of the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, which should succeed the Mi Note flagship released last year. Since analyst Pan Jiutang is of the opinion that Xiaomi should be the first smartphone manufacturer with Snapdragon 821, we expect the release to be within the next few months. So, all the details about the upcoming flagship are as given below.

First of all, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 and all its variants (there are a few) should be announced at the Xiaomi Summer Conference 2016. Unfortunately, we don’t have a specific time frame for this conference. What we do have is the Mi Note 2 variants and specs.

So, Xiaomi is said to be working on three different variants of the Mi Note 2 this year. All the three models should feature a 5.7-inch display, but the standard version will feature 1080p resolution while the high-end and the Edge variants will come with 2K resolution. Further, the high and the Edge models are expected to come with pressure sensitive displays, which will be a first for Xiaomi.

The Mi Note 2 will also be the company’s first 6GB RAM phone. While the standard variant is said to feature 4GB + 32GB memory configuration, the top/ high variant is said to come with 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM and the Edge variant with 6GB + 128GB. Also, the standard variant is expected to come with a single 16MP camera at the back, but the top and Edge variants should get 12MP dual cameras. Other features common in these variants include a hidden fingerprint sensor, 4000mAh battery with QC 3.0, NFC, Hi-Fi chip etc.

As for the pricing, it’s not going to be cheap. The standard version should retail for 2499 Yuan ($376), while the Top and the Edge variants should cost 2999 Yuan ($451) and 3499 Yuan ($526) respectively.

Unfortunately, it’s still too early to confirm these specs and variants. But if the information turns out to be true, then the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 will become Xiaomi’s first 6GB , dual camera, and dual curved display flagship!

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Xiaomi’s flagship device of the year, the Xiaomi Mi5 has now been overtaken by the likes of OnePlus 3, ZUK Z2 Pro and even Le Max 2 with much more powerful specifications. However, Xiaomi isn’t a company that likes to be behind for long and looks like the company will soon release a new flagship phone, the Xiaomi Mi Note 2, which will take on some of the best phones in the market right now. The Mi Note series have always been the top-end flagship from the company and it seems that the new update will make sure that Xiaomi has a couple of models in the top-end segment. So, what can we expect to see on the new Mi Note 2?

zAccording to the latest information, the Mi Note 2 will come in three variants — standard version, high version and top-end version. While the Weibo source didn’t reveal the exact specifications of the three models, it mentioned some features that differentiate each of the three variants.

The Mi Note 2 Standard version is said to come with a single camera sensor at the back, Hi-Fi chip, and a regular quick charge feature.

The Mi Note 2 High version will come with dual cameras at the back (will be first for the company) with Hi-Fi as well as a super quick charging feature. We have no idea what kind of charging is meant by this super quick charge, but it’s probably faster and more efficient than the regular version.

Finally, there will be a Mi Note 2 top-end version which, for now, let’s call it the Mi Note Edge model. It will come with a curved screen display with a top-end Hi-Fi chip as well as the super quick charge tech found on the high version.

While the source hasn’t revealed any specs, considering the above information, we can expect the standard version to feature 4GB RAM while the other two variants to come with 6GB of RAM. After all, Xiaomi wouldn’t want Mi Note 2 to lose to other 6GB RAM phones. As for the display, it should be the same size as the first generation model, i.e. 5.7-inch with 1080p resolution on the standard and high version and 2K on the top-end curved screen model. Given that VR is turning out to be an important market for smartphone makers, the Mi Note 2 along with the Xiaomi Mi5S could be ideal phones for the company to focus its attention in this field.

While we don’t have a date yet, the Mi Note 2 is expected to be announced sometime in the next few months. Given its specifications, don’t expect it to be cheap. Hopefully, more details will emerge along with renders and pictures in the next few weeks.

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Lin Bin revealed on Saturday that Xiaomi was all set to release a new flagship in the market in July. We guessed it would be the rumored Xiaomi Mi Note 2 as it was logically the next flagship smartphone for the company. Now, it looks like the first generation Xiaomi Mi Note is listed as sold out, which hints that the Mi Note 2 flagship release could be close by.

Apart from the details we heard earlier today, more information about the specs of the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 have cropped up online. It is said that the phone will use a 2K 5.7-inch display so that the screen resolution is high enough for Xiaomi’s VR. Another interesting piece of information revealed today is that there would be Xiaomi Mi5S announced as well, which should be a slightly upgraded version of the Mi5 flagship. Further, they should be using metal injection molding process.

As for the other specs, there should be at least two versions with 4GB and 6GB RAM, Snapdragon 821 chipset and even a variant with dual cameras. If the Note 2 indeed comes with these specs, it would be a treat for power users. Also, considering the specs, the Mi Note 2 should retail around the same price as the Honor V8, which cost upwards of 2499 Yuan (>$380).

There are also rumors about the flexible screen phone from Xiaomi with a screen size of around 5.5-5.7-inches. But not much details are available about the device yet.

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Xiaomi’s co-founder and president, Lin Bin revealed this Saturday, Xiaomi will release a new high-performance flagship in July, which is just a few weeks away. However, he failed to mention the name or any feature of the flagship (except that it’s high-end) which makes us wonder which product will meet us next month. Below mentioned are a few guesses based on recent rumors.

Some rumors say that the Xiaomi flagship to be announced next month is going to be none other than the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 flagship. We have been hearing about the device for the past few months and hence, it won’t be surprising if we meet the flagship soon. Another possibility is the Xiaomi Mi Edge, a phone that has been rumored since late 2014. If we indeed meet this device, then expect features such as a flexible / curved screen with a size of around 5.5-5.7 inches.

Specs wise, you can expect a lot of good things inside the new Mi Note 2. The phone is said to come with the Snapdragon 821 chiset, a slightly overclocked version of the SD820. Along with this, you can expect 6GB RAM on board with several variants. Earlier rumors have said that there could be a dual camera version as well. This is possible as recently, an insider posted on Weibo that Xiaomi, OPPO and Apple are all working on dual camera phones this year.

Another possibility is the release of the Xiaomi Notebook. We have seen leaks about this product as well as heard a lot of rumors for the past six months. The Notebook is said to be released this summer and July would be a good time for its 12.5-inch model to be announced. While we haven’t seen the laptop in any images yet, it is said that it will come with a light weight aluminum design to rival the Apple Macbooks.

So, what do you think will be released in July?

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Xiaomi had a busy day today, unveiling a new brand and a bunch of new products like the Mi Router 3 and the Smart Rice Cooker. In fact, if we actually take a look at the past few months, Xiaomi has regularly released/ updated its Redmi and Mi series smartphones. This brings us to the one series which seems to be forgotten at the moment and that’s none other than the Mi Note series.

However, a few hours ago, new details about the Mi Note 2 emerged, which reveals the specs as well as pricing of the device. It is said that the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 will come in a number of variants in terms of processor, storage and RAM. For example, it is said that the phone will have Snapdragon 820 as well as 823 chip versions, as well as 4GB RAM and 6GB RAM options. In terms of storage, starting at 32GB, the storage option reportedly will go up to 256GB.

To recap, this is not the first time we have heard about the Snapdragon 823 version. Analyst Pan Jiutang had revealed in February that Snapdragon 823 model number MSM8996 Pro should come with an upgraded CPU (higher clock speed?) but the baseband should be the same.

Coming back to the Mi Note 2, the phone is said to come with the same screen size, 5.7-inches with 2K resolution. There’s even the possibility of pressure sensitive display. Other rumored specs include a large 3600mAh battery with support for 18W Quick Charging, 16MP rear camera (Sony IMX 295) with OIS and a 5MP front camera. The phone should be made out of metal.

The source further reveals that the release of Snapdragon 823 will depend on its availability. Samsung Galaxy Note 6 is expected to come with this chip, and it’s possible that the Mi Note also uses this upgraded CPU for better performance.

Finally, coming to the pricing, the phone is said to retail for around 2999 Yuan which comes to $460. That’s not really a bad figure considering all the high-end hardware packed inside.

However, it’s still too early to say anything about the Mi Note 2 for sure, so we will advise you to take this rumor with a pinch of salt. If Xiaomi does intend to update the lineup, expect a release only in the second half of 2016.

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