Xiaomi has just updated its EOS list and added a couple of new smartphones. This means that the company has basically ended the software support for some Redmi and a Poco phones. So let’s have a look.

Looking at the EOS list, the Chinese tech giant is ending the support life for the Redmi 8, Redmi 8A, Redmi K30 5G, and even the POCO X2 smartphone models. For those unaware, the EOS list basically signifies that your device has reached the end of its official support from the company. This means that it will eventually become outdated and will have a risk involved since it no longer receives any security patch updates. So by this time, it is typically recommended to upgrade to a newer model.

And as of just yesterday, the POCO X2, Redmi K30, Redmi K30 5G, Redmi 8, and Redmi 8A have been added to this list. So they will no longer receive any form of software support from Xiaomi. While many POCO X2 users had been waiting for the MIUI 13 update, it is clear that this will never be the case and there are no plans for an update at the moment. For those unaware, the stable MIUI 13 build was tested on this phone back in April 2022, although the company did not release this update due to various bugs and other issues.

So for those that want to have an up to date handset model that is also not vulnerable to potential security risk, buying a new phone is the best option. This doesn’t mean that the aforementioned phones are immediately at risk, but over time they are much more vulnerable than phones that are still being supported by the brand.

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Just a couple of days back, Xiaomi started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for the entry-level Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A in China. Now, this update is also available for Redmi 8A Dual alongside the former two devices in India.

The Redmi 8 series made its debut in the second half of 2019 with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. These handsets were updated to MIUI 11, MIUI 12, as well as Android 10. Now, they have also started receiving the MIUI 12.5 update.

The MIUI 12.5 update for Redmi 8, Redmi 8A, and Redmi 8A Dual in India comes with the following build numbers.

• Redmi 8 – V12.5.1.0.QCNINXM
• Redmi 8A – V12.5.1.0.QCPINXM
• Redmi 8A Dual – V12.5.1.0.QCQINXM

The latest software builds for these smartphones are in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. This means like any other OTA system update, they are being rolled out in batches. Therefore, some users might take a longer time to receive the update than others.

At the end of the day, all the users of these phones in India and other regions should get the MIUI 12.5 update in the coming days. But unfortunately, these handsets may not be eligible for MIUI 13 as they have already reached the threshold of two MIUI updates and one Android update set by the company for its entry-level smartphones.

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Xiaomin’s Lei Jun has confirmed that MIUI 13 will arrive by the end of 2021. This means MIUI 12.5 continues to be the new version of the company’s Android-based mobile operating system for the time being. It makes sense too as the firm has just started rolling out this version of MIUI for Redmi Note 10, Redmi 8, Redmi 8A and Redmi 7A.

The Redmi Note 10 is the most affordable smartphone in the Redmi Note 10 series. However, despite launching in March, the device has begun to receive the MIUI 12.5 update only now.

In fact, the update is currently only live for the ‘Global’ variant of the phone with build number V12.5.2.0.RKGMIXM. Anyway, other regional variants should get this very same update in the coming weeks.

On the other hand, the MIUI 12.5 update for Redmi 8, Redmi 8A, and Redmi 7A is only available in China right now. The update for these devices arrives with build numbers V12.5.1.0.QCNCNXM, V12.5.1.0.QCPCNXM, and V12.5.1.0.QCMCNXM respectively.

The update should gradually reach the remaining variants of these handsets in the near future. That said, MIUI 12.5 could be the last major update for these three phones. 

Because Xiaomi is known for providing two MIUI updates and one Android update for its entry-level smartphones, and these handsets have now reached that threshold.

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Xiaomi announced the MIUI 12 alongside the Mi 10 Youth Edition smartphone launch event in China back in April 2020. Days after this, it started the pilot testing program in India. However, the affordable smartphones started receiving the stable update only a few months later. The latest to join the list are the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A devices.

The MIUI 12 update for Redmi 8 and 8A in India comes a couple of weeks after they started receiving it in multiple regions. The update for Redmi 8 has the firmware version V12.0.1.0.QCNINXM while the Redmi 8A‘s firmware is V12.0.1.0.QCPINXM. The former weighs around 2.1GB while the latter is about 1.8GB in size.

It’s also worth noting that both the devices will still run on Android 10 OS. Considering the devices launched with MIUI 10 and Android 9 Pie out of the box, this is not a big issue. Xiaomi usually bundles all the necessary Android features on its UI and for OS, they have already received one major update to Android 10.

With MIUI 12, both the Redmi 8, 8A get the second major UI update from the company. Hence, don’t expect another one as they are mere entry-level smartphones. Additionally, this update also changes the security patch to January 2021.

As for availability, this is currently in the Stable Beta stage which means only a few users will get it initially. After finding that it doesn’t have any major issues, the company will roll it out for everyone via OTA(Over-The-Air).

So far Xiaomi has updated other oldies like Redmi 7A, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi Note 7/7S, Redmi Note 8, 8 Pro, to the latest MIUI 12 in India.

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Lately, Xiaomi has been rolling out MIUI 12 update to its older affordable smartphones. The Redmi 7A began to receive this update recently and now, its successor Redmi 8A along with Redmi 8 has also started getting it. The update is live for multiple regional variants of these handsets at the same time.

The Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A launched with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 (Pie) just like the Redmi 7A. These smartphones were later updated to both MIUI 11 and Android 10. Now, they have begun to receive MIUI 12 as well.

That said, the MIUI 12 update is currently live for the following regional variants of Redmi 8.

• Global: V12.0.1.0.QCNMIXM
• EEA: V12.0.1.0.QCNEUXM
• Russia: V12.0.1.0.QCNRUXM

Similarly, the Redmi 8A MIUI 12 update is available in the following regions as of now.

• China: V12.0.1.0.QCPCNXM
• EEA: V12.0.1.0.QCPEUXM

All the above-mentioned builds are in the Stable Beta phase except for the one meant for Redmi 8 Global variant. Because the update went live for this version in December itself. Also, we expect more regional variants to get the update, especially India, in the near future.

The MIUI 12 is the last major update for Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A. These devices may receive MIUI 12.5 later this year but they will be not getting Android 11.

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The Redmi 8, like most of its predecessors, was one of the best-selling smartphones globally during its time. The budget smartphone by Xiaomi launched with MIUI 10 based on Android Pie out of the box. The phone was updated to MIUI 11 a few weeks after its launch and it even got the Android 10 update earlier this year. Now, more than a year after its release, the global variant of this device has started receiving the MIUI 12 update.

Xiaomi’s Redmi number series of phones have been global best-sellers for years now just like the Redmi Note series. These handsets offer almost everything one needs in a smartphone at an affordable price. 

Unlike most OEMs, Xiaomi also provides two MIUI updates and a single Android update to these devices. Hence, the firm has now begun to seed MIUI 12 as the second and the last MIUI update for the Redmi 8.

The update is currently only live for the global variant. It comes with build number V12.0.1.0.QCNMIXM  and is in the ‘Stable Beta’ form as of now. That means it is only available for select users. If the early adopters don’t face any major issues, the availability of this build will be extended for more users.

We also expect other regional variants of the Redmi 8 such as China, India, Indonesia, Russia, and EEA to start receiving the update in the coming days.

Having said that, Xiaomi usually releases any new update for the Chinese variant of its smartphones first. Interestingly, in the case of Redmi 8, the MIUI 12 has been initially made available for the global variant. Whereas, the Android 10 update first arrived on the Chinese variant.

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Xiaomi has been lately updating its last year’s budget smartphones to Android 10 worldwide. Like always, the company began to roll it out first in China, followed by other regions. The Redmi 8 got the update in early July in the firm’s home country. Now, it has finally started to receive it in India as well.

The Android 10 update for Redmi 8 in India comes with build number V11.0.1.0.QCNINXM. The OTA update also bumps up the security patch level to August 2020. The changelog also mentions only these two things but there could be certain bug fixes as well.

The Redmi 8 is not the only 2019 budget Xiaomi smartphone to get Android 10 in India this week. The Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7S, and Redmi Note 7 Pro are also receiving it. However, it is worth noting that the update for these devices is being seeded out in batches.

We except the company to start a wider rollout by the end of this month or early next month. Anyway, if you own any of the above handsets, you will get Android 10 as well as MIUI 12 in the coming weeks.

Unfortunately, none of them is eligible for Android 11 but may receive MIUI 13 next year.

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In the past few months, Redmi India has increased the price of some of its phones. Back in May, it increased the prices of the Redmi 8A Dual, Redmi 8, and Redmi Note 8. All three phones have gotten three price hikes since they launched. Now, the Redmi 8 is getting a fourth price increase.

According to Mi.com, the Redmi 8 will now sell for ₹9,799 (~$131). The phone launched for ₹7,999 (~$107), then got increased to ₹8,999 (~$120) following the increase in Goods and Services Tax. In early May, its price was increased to ₹9299 (~$125), and then in late May, it got a third price increase to ₹9,499 (~$127).

No reason has been given regarding the increase in price.

The Redmi 8 was launched in India last year. It has a 6.22-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch. There is a Snapdragon 439 processor inside the phone along with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

The phone has 12MP + 2MP dual rear cameras, an 8MP selfie camera, and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. There is a 5000mAh battery inside the phone with support for 18W fast charge. The Redmi 8 has an audio jack but you don’t need earphones for the FM radio to work. It also has a dedicated MicroSD card and charges via a USB-C port.

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Xiaomi has been recently rolling out Android 10 stable update to the Redmi 7 as well as Redmi Note 7 series in China. As all the handsets in those series have now received the update, the company has turned towards the Redmi 8 series as the regular Redmi 8 has now begun to get Android 10 update in the company’s home country.

The stable Android 10 update for Redmi 8 comes with build number MIUI 11.0.1.0 QCNCNXM in China. Weighing at 2.0GB, the update also bumps up the security patch level to June 2020. We expect the global version to receive this update in the coming weeks.

Xiaomi has been always slow at rolling out Android updates to its devices compared to MIUI. The year 2020 turns out to be the worst update delivery year for Xiaomi.

Redmi 7, Redmi 7A, Redmi Note 7, and Redmi Note 7 Pro were launched in early 2019. However, they have begun to receive Android 10 update only now after more than a year from their debut. Additionally, the company is yet to start delivering the update to all the global versions of these handsets.

Having said that, these devices are also eligible for MIUI 12 but it is not sure when these phones will receive it as more recent phone are still in line to get it before them.

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Redmi number series is one of the best-selling smartphone series worldwide. The Redmi 8 series first debuted in September 2019 with the launch of Redmi 8A, which was later followed by Redmi 8, Redmi 8A Dual, and Redmi 8A Pro. Now, as the brand is set to lunch Redmi 9 in China on June 24, it reveals that it has shipped over 19 million units of Redmi 8 series devices globally.

Since its inception, Xiaomi’s Redmi series of smartphones have been popular because of their affordable pricing as well as better specifications compared to devices from other companies.

But that begun to change as competitors began to launch identical phones and sometimes even better models. On the other hand, the Redmi series of smartphones had become large enough that it was spun-off into an individual brand.

Despite the competition, Redmi managed to ship over 19 million units of Redmi 8 series phones globally, which is truly an achievement. But the same cannot be said for the Redmi 9 series which is launching during the pandemic. 

Anyway, it is possible for the brand to sell more units as customers around the world are expected to prefer cheaper phones in the current situation.

Redmi 9, the successor to Redmi 8 was recently launched in South East Asia and Europe. Now, it is making its way to China and may also soon debut in India.

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Xiaomi India has once again increased the price of Redmi 8A Dual, Redmi 8, and Redmi Note 8 in the country. This is the third price hike for these handsets and second in a month. Last time, the price of these devices were hiked/increased by ₹500 and the same has happened again.

The Redmi 8A Dual, the cheapest of the lot launched at ₹6,499 for the 2GB + 32GB variant. The price of this handset was later increased to ₹6,999 when the new GST came into effect in April. 

This was followed by an unexplained price hike in early May making the phone retail for ₹7,299. Now, once again, the company increases its price by ₹200 and hence it now retails for ₹7,499. It is worth noting that higher 3GB + 32GB did not see any change in price this time and still retails for ₹7,999.

A similar pattern can be seen for the next two phones as well. The Redmi 8 4GB + 64GB launched at ₹7,999. But the GST hike increased its price to ₹8,999, followed by another hike earlier this month (₹9,299) and now it costs ₹9,499 after the latest ₹200 hike.

The Redmi Note 8 was crowned with the best smartphone title for ₹9,999 when it launched. But now after months from its release, the base 4GB + 64GB variant’s price has been increased by ₹2,000, whereas the 6GB + 128GB has received a price hike of ₹1,500. The phone now costs ₹11,999 and ₹14,499 respectively for the two available storage configurations.

Like the other two devices mentioned above, this is the third overall price hike for the Redmi Note 8 too. The new prices of these handsets are applicable to both online and offline channels.

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The first quarter research report released by Strategy Analytics shows that the Samsung Galaxy A51 is at the top of the global smartphone market in the first quarter of 2020 in terms of net shipment.

According to Strategy Analytics data, Samsung shipped a total of 6 million units of the Galaxy A51 to grab a 2.3% share of the market. The Galaxy A51 was released by Samsung in December last year and is indeed a premium midrange model. The A-series is Samsung’s response to a declining market occasioned by cheaper models from Chinese OEMs a couple of years back. The rejigged A-series and other midrange series have been a huge success. SA says the Galaxy A71 (4G) is popular in all regions, particularly across Europe and Asia.

The budget Redmi 8 is ranked as the second best-selling model with a market share of 1.9%. The research firm disclosed that Xiaomi’s Redmi smartphone range is selling very well in India and China and increasingly across Europe.

Samsung’s Galaxy S20+ came in at the third position with a 1.7 per cent share. The Samsung flagship is notably the only super-premium model which appeared in the top-six ranking.

Other models in the top 6 chart include the Galaxy A10s with a 1.6 or cent share, the Redmi Note 8 also at 1.6 % share. The Galaxy A20s completes the top 6 with a 1.4% share.

The data also shows that consumers’ affordability for rising Android smartphone prices has also increased.

Linda Sui, Director at Strategy Analytics, said, “Global smartphone shipments reached a total of 275 million units in Q1 2020. The Android segment accounted for a dominant 86 per cent share of all smartphones shipped worldwide in the quarter. The vast majority of smartphones sold globally today are Android models.”

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Xiaomi has once again increased the price of its Redmi 8 series of smartphones in India. The handsets such as Redmi 8A Dual, Redmi 8, and Redmi Note 8 already received a price hike last month due to revised GST. Now, these phones got even costlier than their initial launch price.

Redmi 8A Dual Revised Price India May 2020

The Redmi 8A Dual launched in February 2020 in two configurations – 2GB + 32GB and 3GB + 32GB for ₹6,499 and ₹6,999 respectively. The price of both the variants was hiked to ₹6,999 and ₹7,999 last month.

The price of the base variant has been again increased by ₹300, which means it costs ₹7,299 now.

Redmi 8 Revised Price India May 2020

The Redmi 8 launched in Inda ahead of Diwali festive season. The base 3GB + 32GB was soon discontinued but the higher 4GB + 64GB continued to retail at ₹7,999.

Its price was later hiked to ₹8,999 last month and now once again its price is bumped by ₹300. The Redmi 8 can be now yours for ₹9,299.

Redmi Note 8 Revised Price India May 2020

The Redmi Note 8 was announced alongside Redmi Note 8 Pro and MIUI 11 in India. It comes in three variants – an offline exclusive 3GB + 32GB and regular 4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB versions.

The 4GB + 64GB variant was launched at ₹9,999 but the price was hiked to ₹10,999 last month. Now, its price has been once again incremented by ₹500. That means the Redmi Note 8 base variant will now start from ₹11,499.

The higher storage variant did not receive any price hike this time and hence will continue to sell for ₹13,999. There’s no information available about the 3GB + 32GB version.

The revised prices of the above-mentioned Redmi smartphones are already live on Mi Online Store, Flipkart, and Amazon India.

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Starting from today, smartphone will be selling at increased pricing in India. The reason behind the price hike is the increase in the GST rate from 12 percent to 18 percent. Xiaomi India has confirmed the revised pricing of its Mi and Redmi branded phones. The below mentioned phones will be available with new pricing on the official online store, e-commerce sites and retail stores soon.

Redmi Note 9 series

The Redmi Note 9 Pro Max models like 4+64, 6+128 and 8+128 launched for Rs. 14,999 (~$197) Rs. 16,999 (~$222) and Rs. 18,999 (~$249) price tags. Their new prices are Rs. 16,499 (~$216), Rs. 17,999 (~$236) and Rs. 19,999 (~$262). The Redmi Note 9 Pro variants such as 4+64 and 6+128 debuted for Rs. 12,999 (~$170) and Rs. 15,999 (~$209). They will now sell for Rs. 13,999 (~$183) and Rs. 16,999.

Redmi K20 series

The vanilla Redmi K20 editions like 6+64 and 6+128 were selling for Rs. 19,999 and Rs. 22,999 (~$301). They will now sell for Rs. 21,999 (~$288) and RS. 24,999 (~$327). The Redmi K20 Pro editions like 6+128 and 8+256 were priced at Rs. 24,999 and Rs. 27,999 (~$366). Their new prices are Rs. 26,999 (~$353) and Rs. 29,999 (~$393).

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Redmi Note 8 series

The Redmi Note 8 Pro 6+64, 6+128 and 8+128 debuted for Rs. 14,999, Rs. 15,999 and Rs. 17,999. These will be available for Rs. 15,999, Rs. 16,999 and Rs. 18,999, respectively. The Redmi Note 8 models such as 4+64 and 6+128 have been available for Rs. 10,499 and Rs. 12,999. Their new prices are Rs. 10,999 (~$144) and Rs. 13,999.

Redmi 8 series

The Redmi 8A Dual 2+32 and 3+32 will be available for Rs. 6,999 (~$91) and Rs. 7,999 (~$105) instead of its regular price tags of Rs. 6,499 (~$85) and Rs. 6,999. The Redmi 8A variants like 2+32 and 2+32 previously sold for Rs. 6,199 (~$81) and 6,499. They will now be available for Rs. 6,699 and Rs. 6,999. The Redmi 8 4+64 edition will carry new price tag of Rs 8,999 (~$118) instead of its Rs. 7,999 (~$105) pricing.

Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7 and Redmi Go

There is no change in the pricing of Redmi Note 7 Pro. Hence, its 4+64, 6+64 and 6+128 variants will continue to cost Rs. 10,999, Rs. 12,999 and Rs. 13,999.

The Redmi 7A editions like 2+16 and 2+32 previously sold for Rs 5,999 and Rs. 6,199. Their increased price tags are Rs. 6,499 and Rs. 6,699 (~87). The Redmi Go will now sell for Rs. 4,999 (~$65) instead of its regular price of Rs. 4,499 (~$59).

Xiaomi Mi A3

The Xiaomi Mi A3 editions like 4+64 and 6+128 sold for Rs. 11,999 and Rs. 14,999. The pricing of its 6 GB RAM edition hasn’t changed, but the base model’s cost has increased to Rs. 12,999.

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Realme just launched its latest entry-level smartphone in India. We are talking about Realme C3, a device packing amazing specifications and sold at an incredibly affordable price. In my personal opinion, on the paper, it is the most interesting last-generation smartphone available for less than €100. But it has a few important rivals in the Indian market which will not make it easy for Realme to dominate the entry-level segment with this device in the coming months. Among the most convincing ones, there are Redmi 8 and Infinix Hot 8. We chose them since they are the most suitable candidates for a specs comparison between the best smartphones in the entry-level niche.

Oppo Realme C3 vs Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Infinix Hot 8

Design

When it comes to smartphone design, it is not everything about look. Materials and build quality often play a key role in the aesthetics. Infinix Hot 8 is the only device with a glass back and it provides more premium materials. Both Realme C3 and Redmi 8 are entirely made of plastic (except for the display, naturally), but they are both splash resistant. Infinix Hot 8 has the best materials, but Redmi 8 has the most compact design since it sports a smaller display. Note that Realme C3 does not have a fingerprint reader, we think it is the only big thing missing on this device.

Display

There are no big differences between the display quality of these devices, so we recommend you to focus on other specifications. All of them feature an IPS panel with a Full HD resolution. Realme C3 delivers a slightly higher brightness, but what really differs is the display size. Realme C3 and Infinix Hot 8 sport 6.5 and 6.52-inch displays respectively, while Redmi 8 is more compact with its 6.22-inch display.

Specs & Software

The most powerful handset here is the Realme C3 with its new MediaTek Helio G70 chipset. It is essentially a toned-down version of the Helio G90 and it provides very high CPU and GPU performance. Realme C3 is also the only device of this trio to ship with Android 10 out of the box, customized by the new Realme UI. The silver medal goes to Redmi 8 fueled by a Snapdragon 439 chipset. Infinity Hot 8 has two configurations with Helio A22 and Helio P22, both inferior to Helio G70 and Snapdragon 439.

Camera

Given that they are entry-level devices, none of these handsets is a camera phone. But they still deliver a decent photo quality, especially if compared to all the other devices with the same price tag. The most convincing is the Infinix Hot 8 since it provides an interesting photo quality even in low light conditions and it has a more powerful quad-LED flash on the back, as well as a front-facing LED flash. The cameras are one of its strongest points. Right after, we got the Redmi 8.

Battery

Infinix Hot 8, Realme C3 and Redmi 8 all feature a huge 5000 mAh battery and they are all battery life champions. All got a 12 nm chipset, so there will be no important difference when it comes to battery life. Redmi 8 has a faster charging technology (18W), while Realme C3 is the only to support reverse charging (wired and via a micro USB port).

Price

Realme C3 starts from just Rs. 6,999/€90/$99 in India, Redmi 8 has an Rs. 7,999/€102/$112 starting price and Infinix Hot 8 starts from Rs. 8,800/€112/$123. In our opinion, Realme C3 looks more interesting due to its amazing chipset, but some may prefer Infinix Hot 8 due to its more convincing cameras and a more premium design. Do not forget that, despite having interesting special features such as like reverse charging, Realme C3 does not feature a fingerprint scanner, unlike Redmi 8 and Infinix Hot 8.

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Oppo Realme C3 vs Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Infinix Hot 8: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 8

PROs

• More compact
• Pretty nice cameras
• Splash resistant
• Faster charging

CONS

• Nothing particular

Oppo Realme C3

PROs

• Amazing performance
• Android 10 out of the box
• Splash resistant
• Reverse charging

CONS

• No fingerprint reader

Infinix Hot 8

PROs

• Best design
• Great cameras
• Wide display
• Quad-LED flash
• Front-facing LED flash

CONS

• Lower-end chipset

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Xiaomi smartphones always remain on the top list on several development forums. The overall active userbase and the development-friendly environment are some significant reasons behind active third-party development. TWRP – Team Win Recovery Project recently extended support for Redmi 8, and the users can now flash it by following the steps below.

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There are many advantages of using custom recovery like TWRP. It helps to interact with the system using a Graphical User Interface. Several other features of custom recovery include the installation of Custom ROMs, MODS, and Magisk. The user can perform the system-wide updates and can restore using the same interface.

What is Custom Recovery?

A custom recovery is a third-party recovery environment used to get the features that were limited while using stock recovery. It is an interface that helps the user to interact with the recovery environment. It carries some additional features to the stock Android recovery.

There is a wide variety of custom recoveries that are available for the Android system. However, TWRP, Philz, RedWolf, and OrangeFox are some prominent custom recoveries available for Android devices.

Advantages of Custom Recovery

• Brings the ability to flash custom Recovery
• Allows to root Android system with Magisk or SUperSu
• Enables System Backup and Restore
• Ability to flash third-party custom ROMs
• Ability to Customize the system
• Features an ability to flash custom MODs

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Specifications

Xiaomi launched the Redmi 8 last year in October featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 chipset coupled with an Octa-Core processor and Adreno 505 GPU. The smartphone features a 6.22-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels having a 19:9 ratio. It is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 to protect from frequent falls. The display features 400 nits brightness and offers a ~81.8% screen-to-body ratio.

Redmi 8 runs Android 9.0 Pie atop MIUI 11. There are multiple storage variants including 3GB RAM + 32GB storage and 4GB RAM + 64GB internal storage. In optics, there’s a dual rear camera featuring a 12-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. An 8-megapixel front camera is present for selfies and video calling. Both the front and the rear-camera support HDR feature while snapping pictures.

Unlike the high-end smartphones, Redmi 8 carries a 3.5mm audio jack. In Communication, there’s a WiFi, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, Infrared port, Radio, and USB 2.0 Type-C support. Redmi 8 hosts a 5000 mAh LiPo 18W fast-charging battery. It is available in four different colors, including Onyx Black, Ruby Red, and Sapphire Blue. A rear-mounted fingerprint is present for better authentication.

Note: Installing custom recovery may void your warranty. GizmoChina does not endorse in rooting or making any changes to your device. You may proceed to install the custom recovery at your own risk. If any damage to data or device happens, GizmoChina should not be held responsible.

Prerequisites:

• Make sure to backup all important data.
• Charge your device up to at least 50 %.
• Download and Install ADB and Fastboot drivers on PC/MAC.
• Download TWRP 3.3.1 from here and keep it into the extracted ADB and Fastboot Drivers folder.
• Unlocked Bootloader is necessary for the TWRP installation.
• Enable Developers Option by heading to the Settings > About Phone > Tap MIUI Version 7 times.
• Enable USB Debugging Mode by heading to the Settings > Additional Settings > toggle USB Debugging option.

Steps to install TWRP on Redmi 8

1. Make sure you have enabled the USB Debugging option by following the above steps.
2. Now, extract the ADB and Fastboot Drivers into a folder on your PC.
3. Then, Open CMD or Powershell window by pressing the Shift + Right Mouse Key in the same folder.
   
4. Connect your device with the PC via a USB cable.
5. Poweroff your device and proceed with the next instructions.
6. Press and hold the Volume Up + Power button to boot into the fastboot mode.
   or
   Execute the following command and boot into bootloader/fastboot mode of Redmi Note 8 pro. (Note: A popup for permission to “Allow USB debugging” will come, tap OK.)

   adb reboot bootloader

7. Execute the following command to flash the TWRP recovery on Redmi Note 8. Rename the image file to twrp.img and type

   fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

8. If you want to root, then skip Step 9 and move to the Root section below.
9. Now, reboot your smartphone and enjoy the custom TWRP recovery on Redmi 8.

   fastboot reboot

10. That’s it! Now, you can enjoy the custom recovery.

The interested users can now root the device or can install custom MODs using the GUI interface of TWRP. Follow the steps below to get root access on Redmi 8.

Steps to Root Redmi 8

Rooting is the ultimate goal of installing a custom recovery on any device. Follow the instructions below to attain root privileges on Redmi 8.

1. Download the latest Magisk zip and move it to the internal storage on the device.
2. Boot into TWRP recovery by pressing Volume Down + Power button or execute the following command:

   adb reboot recovery

3. Backup important data before proceeding further.
4. Select “Install” from the TWRP and browse the Magisk.zip in internal storage.
5. Confirm the flash by swiping action.
6. Reboot System from TWRP recovery.
7. Upon successfully boot, find the Magisk application or install the Magisk Application from third-party sources.
8. Enjoy!!

You have successfully installed the TWRP and rooted Redmi 8 using the above guide. If you have any issues while following the above steps, then comment below for the solution.

Read More: Redmi 8 Phantom Red edition is now available for purchase in China.

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The Redmi 8 has been available in three color variants since its launch in October last year. Starting from today, the Chinese firm has started selling a fourth color variant called Phantom Red for Redmi 8 buyers in the home market. The new color option is available only for the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB edition of the smartphone.

The Redmi 8 Phantom Red color variant will be selling alongside other options like Fairy Green, Sapphire Blue and Carbon Ash. The new color edition is available as Ruby Red in other markets like India. The Redmi 8 Phantom Red 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage is priced at 799 Yuan (~$115).

The 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage edition of the Redmi 8 is priced at 699 Yuan (~$100). This variant is available in other color editions except for Phantom Red.

Editor’s Pick: Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, Mi 8 SE, Redmi Note 7, Note 8 Pro, K20/Mi 9T get Android 10-based MIUI 11 betas

Redmi 8 Specifications and Features

The Redmi 8 has a 6.22-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch. The 19:9 aspect ratio producing screen delivers HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. The Snapdragon 439 mobile platform drives the smartphone. The phone ships with MIUI 11 based Android 9 Pie OS.

The rear side of the Redmi 8 has a dual camera setup. It has a Sony IMX363 12-megapixel primary shooter and a depth assist lens of 2-megapixel. For shooting selfies, the phone posses an 8-megapixel lens. There is a 5,000mAh battery inside the smartphone that offers support for 18W fast charging through USB-C. The back panel of the smartphone is fitted with a fingerprint scanner below the dual camera module.

Apart from introducing the Redmi 8 Phantom Red edition, the Chinese firm has also started selling the Twilight Orange color option for Redmi Note 8 Pro in the home market. The new color models are available for only two variants of the Note 8 Pro such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. These models are respectively priced at 1,399 Yuan (~$201) and 1,599 Yuan (~$230).

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The Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A smartphones were made official in October in China. The Redmi 8 has been available in colors like Fairy Green, Sapphire Blue and Carbon Ash. From tomorrow, the Xiaomi sub-brand will be also selling a new color variant called Phantom Red for Redmi 8 buyers in China.

The Redmi 8 Phantom Red color edition will be available only for its 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition starting at 10 AM (local time) in China tomorrow. This model is priced at 799 Yuan (~$115). The Phantom Red shown in the above poster resembles with the Ruby Red color variant of the smartphone that is available in India.

The lower 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage edition of the Redmi 8 is currently selling for 699 Yuan (~$100). It is currently available in other three colors. In related news, Redmi will be also carrying out the first sales of the Twilight Orange version of the Redmi Note 8 Pro tomorrow at 10 AM in China.

Editor’s Pick: Redmi K30 5G sold out in 2 hours in first sale

Redmi 8 Specifications and Features

The Redmi 8 is equipped with a 6.22-inch IPS LCD display that produces 720 x 1520 pixels HD+ resolution. It delivers an aspect ratio of 19:9. The modest Snapdragon 439 chipset drives the smartphone with up to 4 GB of RAM. It comes in 32 GB and 64 GB storage models and it features a microSD card slot for more storage. The MIUI 11 based Android 9 Pie OS comes preloaded on the device.

The Redmi 8 has a dual camera system on its back. It has a Sony IMX363 12-megapixel primary shooter that is accompanied by a depth sensor of 2-megapixel. Upfront is an 8-mgeapixel selfie camera. The phone houses a gargantuan battery of 5,000mAh capacity that supports 18W rapid charging through USB-C. A fingerprint reader is also available on the device.

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Since the Redmi Note 8 series made its debut in the Indian market in mid-October, the models have been available to buy via flash sale only. However, that is now over as Xiaomi has disclosed that the Redmi Note 8 series made up of the Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi 8 are all now available to buy on open sales. The three models are readily available to buy in India from Flipkart, Amazon India or Mi.com as well as on some offline stores.

The Redmi Note 8 series comes with several outstanding features that made them hot-selling models. The Redmi Note 8 Pro emerged as one of the first phones on the market with a 64 MP camera and an Helio G90T chipset. It equally features a massive 4,500 mAh battery and a microSD slot, which is exclusive for India. Xiaomi also included an 18W charger in the box for the quick-charging capabilities of the phone. The price of the phone starts from INR14,999 ($210) for the 6GB+64GB variant.

EDITOR’S PICK: First Samples from the 108MP Mi Mix Alpha is here & we are not impressed!

The Redmi Note 8 also supports 18W fast-charging but has a basic 10W power block in its retail box. It comes with Snapdragon 665 chipset, up to 6 GB RAM, and 128 GB storage and costs INR9,999 ($140) for the basic 4/64 GB option.

O the other hand, the budget Redmi 8 brings affordability to the mix with a starting price tag of INR7,999 ($110). The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 439 chipset and Xiaomi slapped a dual-camera setup on the back as well as a fingerprint scanner. Just like its bigger siblings, the Redmi 8 also supports fast-charging at 18W for the 5,000 mAh power cell.

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2019 was a fabulous year for smartphones. Companies were bolder and aggressive with their devices this year, so much so, that we have four to five different types of front camera solutions in the market right now. Smartphones, in general, offer more value for money than ever before and we have brands like Xiaomi and Realme almost always exceeding our expectations in the budget price segment.

After hours of discussions and elimination rounds, we have finally compiled the list of the Best Budget Smartphones of 2019. Believe me, picking the best phones in this highly competitive segment wasn’t easy at all, but the smartphones that have finally made it to this list offer exceptional value to its buyers.

So here are the Top 5 Budget Smartphones of 2019.

Overall BEST: Redmi Note 8

A Xiaomi phone dominating the budget segment? Not all surprising, right?

Xiaomi knows how to give you the best value for your money and competitors have a hard time matching Redmi’s budget offerings. The Redmi Note 8 comes with Snapdragon 665, a large 4000mAh battery with an 18W charger out of the box, GG5 protected 6.3-inch 1080p display and a beautiful design that’s as good as any premium device. Plus, it comes with a camera setup that features a 48MP primary, 8MP wide-angle sensor, and 2MP depth and macro cameras, giving users a wide variety of camera options at a budget price tag.

Starting at Rs. 9999 and 179.90 Euros for the 4GB + 64GB RAM variant in India and Europe respectively, the Redmi Note 8 offers value like no other device in this segment. You simply can’t go wrong with this well-packaged best seller.

Vivo U20

Vivo smartphones are good, but they have never really been famous for offering incredible value for money. Xiaomi and Realme have traditionally dominated that club. But with the new Vivo U20, the brand is giving the Redmi Note 8 a run for its money. And in some ways, the U20 is even better than the Redmi Note 8!

For example, the Vivo U20 offers up to 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage at Rs. 11,990. In comparison, the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant of the Note 8 costs Rs. 13,000 in India. And did I mention the U20 features UFS 2.1 instead of the slower eMMC storage standard used in the RN8? It also features the Snapdragon 675 processor with a large 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.

However, U20’s cameras aren’t as strong as the Redmi Note 8. It comes with a 16MP(f/1.78)+8MP(f/2.2)+2MP(f/2.4) setup that’s decent in real life but nothing to boast about. Also, for some reason, Vivo is still using MicroUSB on the U20. But if you are okay with MicroUSB and with the brand’s bloated FunTouch OS, the Vivo U20 offers incredible value for your money in 2019!

Redmi 8

Even if your budget is extremely low, as low as Rs. 7,999 in India (4GB+64GB) or €149/ €179.90 (3GB+32GB/ 4GB+64GB) in Europe, the Redmi 8 will ensure you have a solid smartphone in your hands. The phone is powered by the octa-core Cortex A53 powered Snapdragon 439. There’s an HD 6.22inch IPS LCD display with Gorilla Glass 5 protection and a fingerprint sensor at the back. There are multiple color options available including a fancy green color shade like the Redmi Note 8 Pro.

In terms of features, the Redmi 8 beats almost all phones in its price segment. And with MIUI on board, you are promised timely updates. So, it’s no surprise the phone makes it to our Best Budget Phones of 2019 list!

Editor’s Pick: Xiaomi plans to launch expensive models in India to shed budget brand image

Xiaomi Mi A3

Yet another Xiaomi phone makes it here! But it’s not exactly a pure Xiaomi smartphone since it comes with Android One instead of MIUI. And that’s why the A3 gets a unique status in the budget segment.

The Xiaomi Mi A3 comes with Snapdragon 665 with 4GB RAM as standard and 6GB as optional. The highlight of the device is its 6.09-inch Super AMOLED display, which despite its HD+ resolution, looks pretty good. The phone features the seventh-gen. screen fingerprint solution under its display and is the only device in this list with this technology. A 48 MP, f/1.8 primary camera with an 8 MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens and a 2 MP depth sensor ensures you have a very capable camera unit on board. Plus, there’s a huge 32MP sensor up front for selfies.

And did you see the Mi A3 in More than White? It looks gorgeous! The Mi A3 is a global device starting at 4GB +64GB at Rs. 12,499 and going up to Rs. 15,499 for its 6GB + 128GB variant. In Europe, the phone starts at €219 for the 4+64GB variant.

Realme 5

Realme 5 was the first smartphone to bring a quad-camera setup in the budget segment. The phone featured a 12MP f/1.8 main camera, an 8MP ultra wide-angle sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. Before the Realme 5, nobody would have even imagined such a power-packed camera setup on a budget smartphone. So the phone definitely deserves a place on this list.

The cameras on the Realme 5 are capable, especially in daylight, and the wide-angle and portrait cameras are definitely usable. With Snapdragon 665 and a large 5000mAh battery, the Realme 5 offers incredible value to buyers in 2019. It does cut down on a couple of useful features to keep its price low, like display resolution (HD+) and charging speeds (10W). But if you can look past these minor drawbacks, the phone offers more value than most other devices in its price segment.

So that was it, the Best Budget Smartphones of 2019.

Do you think any other device deserves a mention in this list? Let us know in the comments below.

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Almost two months after theRedmi 8  and Redmi 8A were released in China, Xiaomi has taken the wraps off the models in Indonesia. Since the popular Redmi 4 and 4A, the series has seen a tremendous change. The Redmi 8 and 8A just like their predecessors adopts a tall aspect ratio display with a notch design for the selfie camera. The models also saw improvements in their battery capacities and have support for 18W fast charging. The camera aspects were also upgraded. But Xiaomi still retains the affordable pricing the series is known for, with the pricing starting at IDR 1,399,000 ($99) for the Redmi 8A. The Redmi 8 3GB+32GB version adopts a price tag of 1,699,000 ($120) while the 4GB+64GB version will retail for IDR 1,799,000 ($127).

As for the specs, the Redmi 8 and 8A both come with polycarbonate bodies as well as P2i nano-coating for splash resistance. They adopt a 6.22-inch IPS LCD display that offers 19:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. The displays on both phones are protected by Gorilla Glass 5.

Interestingly, the Redmi 8 and 8A are both launching with the latest MIUI 11 preinstalled inside.  Both are equally powered by the Snapdragon 439 chipset and have a huge 5000mAH battery under their hood with support for 18W fast charging through USB-C.

EDITOR’S PICK: First Samples from the 108MP Mi Mix Alpha is here & we are not impressed!

On the camera aspect, the Redmi 8A features a single camera. The sensor is 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 which is also found on some of the older flagship phones like Xiaomi Poco F1, Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO. On the other hand, the Redmi 8 has a dual-camera system on its rear. Its main sensor of 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 is coupled with a 2-megapixel depth sensor. For snapping selfies, the Redmi 8 series is fitted with an AI-driven 8-megapixel camera.

Furthermore, the Redmi 8 has a fingerprint scanner below its dual-camera system. The fingerprint sensor and the dual cameras differentiate the Redmi 8 from the 8A. The other common features available on the Redmi 8 and 8A include IR blaster, wireless FM radio, dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

The Redmi 8 is available in Dark Blue, Coral Orange and Midnight Black while the Redmi 8 comes in Fairy Green, Sapphire Blue and Carbon Ash Black color options.

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The A Series from UMIDIGI is the most popular for the company as it offers entry-level devices with affordable prices and competitive specs. So, today, the company announced a new member of the Series, UMIDIGI A3S that comes with stock Android 10 and a super-low price of just $59.99 at launch! The phone -together with the bit more powerful A3X- will go live on December 9th.

Undoubtedly, the killer feature of the new device is the pure stock Android 10 running on it. Not many devices come with Android 10 right now and even fewer belong to the entry-level segment. So it is a big step for the company as they go ahead of other, more expensive devices, on the software front. Of course, the A3S provides the new Android 10 features such as system-wide dark mode and privacy controls.

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But will it be usable? We are pretty sure it will be as it comes with the 12nm MT6761 SoC which is pretty competent. Also, the phone houses a big 3950mAh battery that combined with the rest of the hardware should last more than a day on a single charge. What’s more, there is a dual rear camera comprising of a 16MP main lens and a 5MP depth lens for bokeh effect.

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In addition, there is a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor that is missing from most entry-level phones at this price range. The device comes with double-sided 2.5D glass and a metal frame and also supports triple card slots; you can use 2 SIM cards and a microSD at the same time. Lastly, there’s also Bluetooth 5.0, global network bands support as well as and dual-4G/VoLTE support.

The UMIDIGI A3S will go on global sales at a discounted price of $59.99 on 9th December together with the A3X that will feature a higher screen/body ratio and more RAM for $69.99. According to the company, when it hits the market both of them will be in stock and will be shipped out fast. You can add them to your cart now at UMIDIGI Aliexpress official store in case you miss the discounted open sale price.

What’s more, if you order the A3S until December 13th, you will have the chance to get the UMIDIGI Uwatch 3 smartwatch for free! To learn about the way you can win the watch and see the rules applied, visit the promotion page here.

Lastly, UMIDIGI is running a big giveaway once more to recruit 5 trial users for UMIDIGI A3S. You can check out all the details and specs about the phones and join the giveaway on their official website here.

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UMIDIGI A series is the most popular of the company as it is the representative of the company in the sub-$100 entry-level segment of the market. Last year’s UMIDIGI A3 became an instant hit and now the Chinese manufacturer is getting ready to release its successor, the UMIDIGI A3S that will be the most affordable smartphone with stock Android 10 OS.

Only a few entry-level devices feature the latest OS version from Google as most are running on last year’s Android 9 or even worse, Android 8. To that perspective, it’s nice to see that UMIDIGI is bringing all Android 10 features and security to the entry-level segment. Android 10 is smoother and has many new features like system-wide dark mode, live caption, and privacy controls.

Also, looking at the photos of the device we can confirm that the A3S will come with a dual rear camera as well as a fingerprint sensor. The phone will have two color variants, Space Grey and the iPhone-like Midnight Green. On the front, the A3S is equipped with a notchless display. Yes, the top and bottom bezels may be a bit on the large side but many users still prefer this over the notch. Judging from its predecessor, the A3S should be quite compact and should come with dual 2.5D glass with metal frame design, dual 4G VoLTE, global network bands, as well as triple card slots.

As for its debut price, it is rumored that during the open sale it will cost just $59.99! The A3S will hit the market early next month. In the meantime, UMIDIGI is running a big Giveaway to recruit 10 trial users for its new smartwatch, UWatch GT. If you want to participate, just enter the giveaway. To learn more about the company and the rest of its products, visit their official website.

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Xiaomi’s big battery budget devices for 2019, namely the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A has officially received the green signal from Xiaomi for third-party development. The company has just released the kernel source code for both the devices, allowing developers to tinker with its code and develop custom ROMs for the device.

Xiaomi’s smartphones are popular for their extensive custom ROM development. Even the MediaTek powered Redmi Note 8 Pro kernel source code was released back in September. So, we can expect to see some new custom ROMs for the Redmi 8 and 8A in the coming months.

Both devices have a large 5000mAh battery that easily offers two-day battery life. They share the same octa-core Snapdragon 439 processor inside with the Redmi 8 getting a 4GB RAM version while the 8A maxing out at 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Another major difference is in its camera setup as the higher-end Redmi 8 gets a dual 12MP + 2MP shooter at the back while the 8A has to settle for a single 12MP sensor. Note that the cheaper 8A doesn’t have a fingerprint sensor.

Xiaomi recently revealed that the Redmi 8 and 8A have a special sonic dust removal feature built-in. It’s essentially just a way to clear out the dust and gunk that tends to gather up in smartphone speakers, which is a fairly common problem.

According to Xiaomi, the Redmi devices achieve this by playing a custom sound designed to achieve the maximum amplitude of the speaker for 30 seconds. This allegedly gets all the dust out by pure force, without damaging the speaker we’d hope. It’s an interesting solution to a common problem.

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Gizmochina along with GearBest is conducting 1 unit Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4+64GB) as giveaway gift to a lucky reader. Like always, you just have to follow the steps mentioned on the Rafflecopter widget to get a chance to win this amazing gift.

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Xiaomi Redmi 8 comes with 6.22-inch water drop screen having the resolution of 1520 x 720 pixels. Powered by Snapdragon 439 processor and Adreno 505 GPU, Redmi 8 runs smoothly and shows clearly. In terms of camera, the handset ships with 12MP+12MP rear camera and 8MP front camera, which can take beautiful photos and interesting vlogs. The highlight of Redmi 8 is that it is fueled by 5000mAh battery, which is definitely enough for daily use. Also, the Xiaomi Redmi 8 supports 18W fast charging, and it will be fully charged in 2.2 hours.

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Xiaomi has now officially introduced a ‘secret feature’ of the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A, that being that they both have what the company’s calling a sonic dust removal feature. It’s essentially just a way to clear out the dust and gunk that tends to gather up in smartphone speakers, which is a fairly common problem.

According to Xiaomi, the Redmi devices achieve this by playing a custom sound designed to achieve the maximum amplitude of the speaker for 30 seconds. This allegedly gets all the dust out by pure force, without damaging the speaker we’d hope. It’s an interesting solution to a common problem, and one that we’re surprised we haven’t seen elsewhere.

EDITOR’S PICK: Lu Weibing: Why the Redmi 8 has a Snapdragon 439 processor

The Redmi 8 and 8A have identically designed polycarbonate bodies. These phones come with P2i nano-coating for splash resistance. The Redmi 8 and 8A phone house 6.22-inch IPS LCD displays that offer 19:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. The displays on both phones are protected by Gorilla Glass 5. These handsets measure 156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4mm and weigh 188 grams.

The Redmi 8 has a fingerprint scanner below its dual camera system. The said feature is not available on the Redmi 8A. The other common features available on the Redmi 8 and 8A include IR blaster, wireless FM radio, dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

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The Redmi 8 brings a number of improvements over its predecessor, the Redmi 7. However, it comes with a Snapdragon 439 processor which is less powerful than the Snapdragon 632 chipset in the Redmi 7. General Manager of Redmi, Lu Weibing, has explained why they settled for the Snapdragon 400 series processor.

In the Weibo post, he said they carried out a survey before the release of the Redmi 8 to find out which features matter most to users. The result of the survey showed that battery life, smooth and fast experience, and a high-quality build ranked highest. Redmi decided to focus on these points for its next phones.

The result is the Redmi 8 (and Redmi 8A) having a 5000mAh battery capacity with a standby time of 31 days; addition of a USB Type-C port; and support for 18W fast charging allowing for the device to be fully charged in 2 hours.

For smoother operation, they canceled the 2GB RAM version. They also included Mi Turbo 2.0 to speed things up and added a better memory cleaning solution. Redmi says that based on their simulation, the Redmi 8 will have only slowed down by 35% after 24 months of use.

Coming down to the processor, Redmi says even though its a Snapdragon 400 series chipset, its performance is near similar to that of the Snapdragon 625. The post even includes AnTuTu benchmark results comparing the Redmi 6 Pro (SD625) and Redmi 8 (SD439). Mr. Weibing explains that the Snapdragon 439 is able to achieve similar performance to the Snapdragon 625 because it is a 12nm chipset, and with Mi Turbo onboard, users will get a fast and smooth experience.

He concludes by saying those who are concerned about performance can purchase the Redmi 7 or Redmi Note 8 which has a Snapdragon 665 processor and those who want a better battery life should get the Redmi 8A or Redmi 8.

UP NEXT: Redmi Note 8 Pro will be officially announced in India on October 16

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The Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A launched today in China. Both phones bring new features not usually found in budget phones such as 18W fast charging and a USB Type-C port.

The General Manager of Redmi, Lu Weibing, took to Weibo to compare teardown photos of the Redmi 8 to that of the Honor Play 3e. Honor’s entry-level phone has the same price tag as the Redmi 8 but has fewer features. Interestingly, the teardown comparison reveals the Redmi 8 not only offers more in terms of features but is also better terms of build quality.

The first comparison is between the SIM card tray of the two devices. While both phones have a triple card tray (2 SIMs + MicroSD card), it is revealed that the Redmi 8’s tray has a rubber seal which prevents dust and water from getting into the phone.

The speaker chamber of the Redmi 8 and Honor Play 3e is compared next and it is shown that the Redmi has a double-layer air filter that further prevents the speaker from getting blocked by dirt and dust. The Honor Play 3e, on the other hand, has a single filter.

The next comparison is the batteries of the two devices. Redmi says their battery has a pull-on adhesive to make replacement easier without causing damages but the Honor Play 3e doesn’t. The Redmi 8A also has a bigger battery capacity (5000mAh) compared to that of the Honor phone (3020mAh).

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The teardown also compares the ports of both phones. The Redmi 8 also wins here as it has a USB Type-C port, unlike the Honor Play 3e which has a MicroUSB port. It is also shown that the audio jack and the USB port of the Redmi 8A have rubber seals that prevent dust and water from getting inside the phone.

Another comparison is the structural design of the two phones. The image above shows that the Redmi 8 has thicker and reinforced corners that provide protection when the phone accidentally falls. The Honor Play 3e doesn’t have that additional protection, so you should get a case if you already own one.

The last comparison is for the physical buttons. The Redmi 8 is shown to have the same contact design used for flagship phones which provides better feedback and has a better feel when the buttons are pushed.

It is clear to see that the Redmi 8 is not only a better device when it comes to specs but also in terms of quality. The Honor Play 3e is priced at ¥899 (~$127) for the 3GB RAM + 64GB version. This is the same price tag of the 4GB RAM + 64GB version of the Redmi 8. You not only get more RAM but a bigger battery, 18W fast charging, a fingerprint scanner, an extra camera, and a larger display with Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

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The Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 are the entry-level smartphones for China that have gone official. The Redmi 8 series comes with some exciting features like tall aspect ratio display with selfie notch, gargantuan battery with 18W fast charging and flagship grade camera. Moreover, the Redmi 8 series has arrived with an enticing starting price of 699 Yuan (~$99).

Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 Specifications and Features

The Redmi 8 and 8A have identically designed polycarbonate bodies. These phones come with P2i nano-coating for splash resistance. The Redmi 8 and 8A phone house 6.22-inch IPS LCD displays that offer 19:9 aspect ratio and HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels. The displays on both phones are protected by Gorilla Glass 5. These handsets measure 156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4mm and weigh 188 grams.

The MIUI 10 based Android 9 OS is available preinstalled on the Redmi 8 series of smartphones. The modest Snapdragon 439 chipset that powered the Redmi 7A is also inside the Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 smartphones. Both phones are blessed with massive battery of 5,000mAh capacity. These entry-level devices support 18W fast charging through USB-C. The retail package of these devices includes a 10W charger.

The rear panel of the Redmi 8A features a single camera. The sensor is 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 which is also found on some of the older flagship phones like Xiaomi Poco F1, Google Pixel 3 and Vivo iQOO. The Redmi 8 has a dual camera system on its rear. Its main sensor of 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 is couple with a 2-megapixl depth sensor. For snapping selfies, the Redmi 8 series is fitted with an AI driven 8-megapixel camera.

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The Redmi 8 has a fingerprint scanner below its dual camera system. The said feature is not available on the Redmi 8A. The other common features available on the Redmi 8 and 8A include IR blaster, wireless FM radio, dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS and 3.5mm audio jack.

Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A Price in China

The pricing and availability of the Redmi 8 and 8A smartphones for China are as follows:

Redmi 8A

• 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage – 699 Yuan (~99)
• 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – 799 Yuan (~113)
• Color Variants: Dark Blue, Coral Orange and Midnight Black

Redmi 8

• 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage – 799 Yuan (~113)
• 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – 899 Yuan (~$127)
• Color Variants: Fairy Green, Sapphire Blue and Carbon Ash Black

The first sale of the Redmi 8 series will begin tomorrow in China at 10 AM (local time). For the first sale, the price of the 4 GB RAM Redmi 8A will be discounted by 100 Yuan (~$14).

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For this week’s poll, we are pitting Redmi‘s new budget phones – the Redmi 8A and the Redmi 8 – against each other. We are curious to know which of these two devices our readers prefer and will purchase, seeing as both phones have more similarities than differences when compared to their predecessors.

The Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 have the same screen size and resolution; they are powered by the same processor; they have the same primary rear camera and selfie camera; and also have the same battery capacity.

Of course, there are differences, the major ones being the lack of a fingerprint scanner and secondary rear camera on the Redmi 8A. However, with both phones being alike more than different, some folks may want to go with the cheaper phone which is the Redmi 8A. While others may not mind shelling some extra bucks for the Redmi 8.

Please take the poll and tell us if it is the Redmi 8A that will get your money or if you don’t mind paying more for an extra camera and fingerprint scanner. We will also want you to share the reason for picking one over the other in the comment box.
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The Redmi 8 series is very hot because it brings on the market two devices with very balanced specifications even though they are sold in the lowest price range. But is the new Redmi 8 really the best choice if you want to spend just €100/$110 for a smartphone? You can find it out by reading this specs comparison against two entry-level which are catalyzing a lot of attention in the last period, especially in the Asian market: Samsung Galaxy M10s and Realme C2. We will explain all the differences and tell you which one we think has the highest value for money.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Samsung Galaxy M10s vs Oppo Realme C2

Design

The new Aura Mirror design scheme of the Redmi 8 is definitely very attractive. It adopts a camera module placed at the center of the back cover alongside the Redmi logo placed vertically and a reflective back with suggestive light effects. It is surely the most interesting, despite it is made of plastic just like its rivals. Some may like the Realme C2 more since it has a more minimalistic design. But the Redmi 8 is also splash resistant with the P2i hydrophobic coating, while Realme C2 is not. Note that Realme C2 lacks a fingerprint reader, while Redmi 8 and Samsung Galaxy M10s have a rear-mounted biometric sensor.

Display

The Samsung Galaxy M10s is one of the few entry-level smartphones to sport an AMOLED display, and it definitely deserves the first place in the display comparison. It shows more brilliant colors and deeper blacks, even though the resolution is the same as Redmi 8 and Realme C2. Samsung Galaxy M10s also offers another important advantage: it has a larger display diagonal, that is excellent for people who want a comfortable phone for multimedia and productivity. So if you want the best display, go for the Galaxy M10s.

Specs & Software

Redmi 8 wins the hardware comparison because it comes with a more reliable SoC and a better memory configuration. It is equipped with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, while Realme C2 offers max 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of native storage. There is a micro SD dedicated slot in each case, but it is not the same as having more internal storage. Android 9 Pie is installed out of the box.

Camera

Due to its pretty nice primary sensor and the presence of an ultrawide sensor, I personally prefer the Samsung Galaxy M10s if we consider camera departments. Currently, it is not easy to find an ultrawide sensor on an entry-level phone with a so affordable price tag. Further, the main camera has a bright aperture and it behaves well in most of the conditions. In the second place, we got the Redmi 8 which still comes with a bright focal aperture, but it lacks the ultrawide sensor. Realme C2 is inferior and we are talking about both the rear and front camera setup.

Battery

The real battery champion here is the Redmi 8 for the most simple reason: it sports a much bigger battery. And it even supports 18W fast charging. If you do not stress it too much, you can get up to three days of battery life on a single charge.

Price

You can grab a unit of the Redmi 8 for just €100/$110, Samsung Galaxy M10s starts from €115/$127, and Realme C2 starts from €95/$105. Note that the above-mentioned prices are referred to as the Redmi 8 with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, the Realme C2 in the 2/16 GB configuration and the Galaxy M10s with 3/32 GB. With the actual prices, the Redmi 8 is an overall better smartphone due to its higher amount of RAM and storage, as well as a bigger battery. But Samsung Galaxy M10s still deserves an award due to its great display, bigger display size, and ultrawide camera.

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Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Samsung Galaxy M10s vs Oppo Realme C2: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 8

PROs

• Bigger battery
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Fingerprint reader
• Good cameras
• Fast charging

CONS

• Nothing particular

Oppo Realme C2

PROs

• Compact
• Big battery
• Micro SD Dedicated slot
• Very affordable

CONS

• No fingerprint reader

Samsung Galaxy M10s

PROs

• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Ultrawide sensor
• Big battery
• Fingerprint reader

CONS

• Lower-end chipset

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Redmi has today confirmed through a Weibo post that it will be announcing the Redmi 8 series on October 14.  The unveil event will take place at 3PM (local time) on the said date. It is likely that the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A smartphones that have recently gone official in India will be made official in China on Monday. The other reason both phones are expected to launch together is that these devices have already certification from TENAA telecom authority of China.

The posters released by Redmi reveals that the Redmi 8 will be coming to China in three colors. They are as follows Sapphire Blue, Fairy Green (Emerald Green) and Carbon Rock Ash (Onyx Black). Interestingly, the Ruby Red color variant that is coming to India may not be available in China.

At the launch of Redmi 8 in India, the Chinese firm had confirmed Sapphire Blue, Onyx Black and Ruby Red as the three color editions of the Redmi 8. The official listing of the smartphone on Xiaomi India website revealed the Emerald Green color variant. The Redmi 8’s first sale will be held tomorrow in India and it appears that the Emerald Green model won’t be available for purchase initially in the country.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A Specifications

The Redmi 8 is fitted with a 6.22-inch IPS LCD HD+ display with waterdrop notch which is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The plastic rear of the smartphone has splash-resistant P2i nano-coating. The Snapdragon 439 chipset powers the smartphone. It is assisted by up to 4 GB of RAM and it features a native storage of up to 64 GB. A microSD card slot is available on the device for additional storage.

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The rear side of the Redmi 8 features a Sony IMX363 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera system and it has a frontal shooter of 8-megapixel. There is a 5,000mAh battery inside the phone that is equipped with 18W rapid charging through USB-C. The back panel of the Redmi 8 also features a fingerprint reader. The Redmi 8A is a stripped-down version of the Redmi 8 that mainly lacks a fingerprint reader and also misses a secondary lens on the rear.

The starting prices of Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 are Rs. 6,499 and Rs. 7,999. In China, these phones may respective price tags of 649 Yuan and 799 Yuan.

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Yesterday, Xiaomi had launched the Redmi 8 smartphone in India and at the end of the previous month, it had introduced the Redmi 8A in the country. Today, Redmi has confirmed that it will be launching a new Redmi series of smartphones tomorrow in China. It is likely that the Chinese firm will launch the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A phones in the home market tomorrow.

In the below shown screenshot of Redmi’s Weibo post, the company has claimed that it has been consistently increasing the quality of entry-level Redmi phones since first Redmi 1 phone that was announced in July 2013. There are now millions of users of Redmi’s entry-level phones around the world. It has further stated that it will be announcing a new Redmi series product tomorrow. Since the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A were both certified by the TENAA telecom authority in the recent past, it appears that both phones may go official in China tomorrow.

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Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A Specifications

The Xiaomi Redmi 8 features a 6.22-inch display whereas the Redmi 8A has a 5.71-inch display. Both IPS LCD displays have waterdrop notch and they carry support for HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels and 19:9 aspect ratio. The displays are shielded by Gorilla Glass 5 panels and their polycarbonate back feature splash-resistant P2i nano-coating. The MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on both devices.

The Snapdragon 439 chipset powers both smartphones. They are packed with massive 5,000mAh batteries that are blessed with support for 18W fast charging through USB-C. The rear side of the Xiaomi Redmi 8A has a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 camera. The Redmi 8 also features the same rear camera along with a 2-megapixel depth sensor. Upfront, they are equipped with an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

The Redmi 8 and 8A come with wireless FM radio support. There is a dedicated microSD card slot on both phones for more storage. The Redmi 8A lacks a fingerprint sensor. However, Redmi 8 features it below the dual rear cameras.

In India, the Redmi 8A variants such as 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage are respectively priced at Rs. 6,499 (~$91) and Rs. 6,999 (~$99). The Redmi 8 models like 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage respectively cost Rs. 7,999 (~$112) and Rs. 8,999 (~$127). Initially, 5 million units of 4 GB RAM variant of Redmi 8 will be also at Rs. 7,999.

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Xiaomi just expanded its entry-level smartphones line-up with the Redmi 8 which followed the launch of the lower-end Redmi 8A that is currently the most affordable Xiaomi phone if we exclude the Redmi Go. Both these devices are among the best options for people who have a very limited budget and they want to spend max €100/$110 for a new device. There is also another low-end phone released by Xiaomi that is currently available in the most affordable price range: the selfie-centric Redmi Y3. This is a specs comparison which will let you find out who is the Xiaomi entry-level phone with the highest value for money in its current 2019 line-up.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Xiaomi Redmi 8A vs Xiaomi Redmi Y3

Design

Despite Redmi 8, 8A and Y3 are just low-end devices, Xiaomi put a lot of effort in their aesthetics. All of them have elegant design schemes as well as a splash resistant body. Redmi 8 and Y3 have definitely the most impressive bodies in terms of look, due to their reflective backs. However, none of these devices is made of premium materials: all of them have a plastic body. Despite Redmi 8 boasts the more recent Aura Mirror design, Redmi Y3 remains a very elegant and minimalistic phone: given that they are both beautiful and well-built, choose by basing on your tastes. I personally prefer the Redmi Y3 due to its cleaner back and the U-shaped waterdrop notch.

Display

On each of these devices, you will get more or less the same display size, as well as the same resolution and the same display technology (IPS LCD). Due to their resolution, they are below-average panels, but still sufficient for most of the users. We do not suggest you focus on the display quality as they all offer more or less the same thing. Note that Redmi 8A does not have a fingerprint scanner, while Redmi 8 and Redmi Y3 do (but it is not in-display).

Specs & Software

Redmi Y3 wins the performance comparison because it is equipped with a better chipset: the Snapdragon 632 running at a max frequency of 1.8 GHz. It provides smoother and more stable performance thanks to more powerful custom cores, while the Snapdragon 439 found on Redmi 8 and 8A is less powerful but more efficient thanks to its 12 nm production process. Between Redmi 8 and 8A, the former is better since it has a higher memory configuration with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, but you obviously have to spend more for it. Android 9 Pie is out of the box on each of these devices, but Redmi 8 and 8A already come with MIUI 10 while Redmi Y3 is still based on MIUI 9.

Camera

The best rear camera setup belongs to the Redmi 8 which comes with a 12 MP dual camera boasting a bright f/1.8 aperture and a depth sensor. But if you want the best selfies, then Redmi Y3 is your choice as it is definitely one of the best affordable phones ever for taking selfies, thanks to its 32 MP front camera. Redmi Y3 has a dual rear camera too, while Redmi 8A does not, that is why we would not recommend the Redmi 8A if you asked us about the best camera phone here.

Battery

Redmi 8 and 8A are equipped with bigger 5000 mAh batteries as well as very efficient SoCs, so they have a longer battery life than Redmi Y3. They even support a faster charging technology with a max power of 18W.

Price

Redmi 8 starts from just €100/$110 in China, Redmi 8A costs €90/$100 in India and Redmi Y3 had a starting price of about €130 in India but it is now available for just €100/$110 thanks to online street prices. Whatever you choose, the differences will be just marginal. Overall, I would go for the Redmi Y3 due to the better front camera and the higher performance, but some may not have the same opinion since Redmi 8 and 8A offer a much bigger battery, as well as a better main camera sensor.

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Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Xiaomi Redmi 8A vs Xiaomi Redmi Y3: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 8

PROs

• Big battery
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Fingerprint reader
• Original design
• Fast charging

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi Y3

PROs

• Better performance
• Better front camera
• Micro SD Dedicated slot
• Fingerprint reader

CONS

• Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi 8A

PROs

• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Huge battery
• More affordable
• Fast charging

CONS

• No depth sensor

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At the end of the previous month, Xiaomi had introduced the Redmi 8A smartphone. It came with some impressive features like a waterdrop notch enabled display, a Sony IMX363 12-megapixel camera and an 18W fast charging assisted 5,000mAh battery. Priced at Rs. 8,999 (~$126), the Redmi 8 that has gone official today is an upgraded version of the Redmi 8A phone.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Specifications and Features

The Xiaomi Redmi 8 has a 6.2-inch IPS LCD display with a waterdrop notch. It supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The plastic rear of the phone with Aura Mirror design with glossy appeal has P2i nano-coating that protects it from water splashes.

The MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the Redmi 8. The Snapdragon 439 SoC that powers the Redmi 8A is also available on the Redmi 8 smartphone. The SoC is coupled with up to 4 GB of RAM. It has an internal storage of up to 64 GB. A dedicated microSD card slot is available on the handset for extra storage. There is a 5,000mAh battery inside the smartphone. It supports 18W fast charging through USB-C port. The box package of the handset has a 10W charger.

The Redmi 8 has a dual-camera setup that has a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 primary camera with f/1.8 aperture, 1.4micron pixel size, and Dual Pixel autofocus. The main lens is assisted by a 2-megapixel sensor for adding depth effects to the images. The dual cameras support AI scene detection across 33 categories and language translation through Google Lens. The front side of the Redmi 8 features an AI 8-megapixel selfie camera. The handset carries support for face unlock.

The rear shell of the phone features a fingerprint scanner which his unavailable on the Redmi 8A. The other features of the Redmi 8 include a 3.5mm audio jack, wireless FM radio, IR blaster, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2 and GPS.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Price and Availability in India

It was confirmed at the launch that Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red and Onyx Black are the three color editions of the Redmi 8. However, the official website of Xiaomi India states that the Emerald Green is the fourth color variant of the smartphone. The 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage models of the smartphone are respectively priced at Rs. 7,999 (~$112) and Rs. 8,999 (~$126).

To celebrate selling 100 million phones in just 5 years of its existence in India, Xiaomi is offering the first 5 million units of the 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition of the Redmi 8 for Rs. 7,999 (~$112). From Oct. 12, the Redmi 8 will be available from 00:01 hours midnight on Mi.com, Hi Home and Flipkart.

Xiaomi’s Global VP and Managing Director for India, Manu Kumar Jain confirmed that the company will be launching the Redmi Note 8 series in India on Oct. 16.

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The Redmi 8 will be unveiled tomorrow in India. The mid-range phone will succeed the Redmi 7 which was launched earlier this year. There are a number of new features such as a bigger battery and fast-charging technology included in the new phone. Just a day before its launch, an unboxing video has been posted on the web.

The unboxing video was uploaded on the YouTube channel SalimBaba Technical. The video shows the Redmi 8 will come in a white box that has a picture of the phone in the three colors it will be available in plastered on the front. The device is shown to have a waterdrop notch and dual cameras.

The Redmi 8 boasts a design different from its predecessors such as a slightly smaller display, Redmi branding on the chin, and dual cameras arranged vertically in the middle along with the fingerprint scanner.

The unit in the box is the Sapphire Blue variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. There will also be black and red variants too.

The sticker on the display lists some of the phone’s features such as a 5000mAh battery with support for Quick Charge 3.0 18W, a 6.22” HD+ Dot Drop Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, 12MP + 2MP AI dual camera, an 8MP selfie camera, and a Snapdragon 439 processor.

A sticker on the back of the phone reveals the phone has a triple card tray which allows you to use two nano-SIM cards and a MicroSD card at the same time. The Redmi 8 also comes with a USB Type-C port and a USB-C cable is included in the box. Along with a fingerprint scanner, the phone also has face unlock.

The “About Phone” menu shows the phone runs a global version of MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie. It has August’s security patch installed and its model number is stated as M1908C3IG.

The Redmi 8 should arrive in other markets too after it launches in India tomorrow.

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The Redmi 8 launches on Wednesday, October 9, in India. The mid-range phone will succeed the Redmi 7 which was announced back in March. Ahead of the launch, Redmi India and the MD of Xiaomi India have revealed some details about the phone.

Teasers released over the weekend reveal that the phone will come with a big battery capacity which we know to be 5000mAh thanks to a TENAA listing. Along with a big battery is fast charging. While the teaser doesn’t specify, we know it is 18W Fast Charge, thanks to its sibling, the Redmi 8A, which has support for 18W fast charge and also packs a 5000mAh battery.

#Redmi8 comes with a flagship-level Sony sensor but is that enough for Mi fans?
Introducing bigger battery & fast Charging support to ensure you are never out of action. It's time to own the best of #BatteryCameraAction.

Arriving on 9th Oct.
Know more: https://t.co/nsALpVdb13 pic.twitter.com/PeYBmTJqNM

— Redmi India for #MiFans (@RedmiIndia) October 5, 2019

The Redmi 7 has a 4000mAh battery and only supports up to 10W for charging. So Redmi’s decision to not only increase the battery capacity but also to include a fast charging technology is a good one. The same can be said for the Realme 5 which also has a 5000mAh battery but can’t charge faster than 10W.

Another big upgrade the Redmi 8 will be getting is the switch to a USB Type-C connector from its predecessor’s MicroUSB port.

Great amera. Fast harge. Higher apacity. Did I miss to type-C? #Redmi8 is arriving on 9th October. #BatteryCameraAction
RT if you're excited. https://t.co/om72prpGc7

— #MiFan Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) October 5, 2019

With the Redmi 8A and Redmi 8 getting USB Type-C ports too, we don’t expect any Xiaomi or Redmi phone released in the future to have a MicroUSB port. Maybe just the successor to the Redmi Go, if there is one.

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An event page for the Redmi 8 confirms the phone will have dual rear cameras, a display with a waterdrop notch and “ultimate screen protection” which we think is just marketing for Gorilla Glass 5. It will also have a new design called “Aura Mirror” with a reflective finish and will be available in green. The page also mentions the Redmi 8 will have splash resistance.

The Redmi 8 will run Android 9 Pie out of the box, be powered by an octa-core processor, and be available in 2GB, 3GB, and 4GB RAM variants.

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Xiaomi launched the Redmi 8A smartphone in the Indian market a couple of weeks ago. Now, the company has confirmed that the Redmi 8 smartphone will make its debut in India on 9th October.

In the teaser image shared by the company for announcing the launch date, Xiaomi seems to be focusing on two aspects for promoting the device — battery and camera. Manu Kumar Jain, Xiaomi India MD has teased the smartphone as “battery champion” and says that you can “play more”, “click more”, “watch more”, and “store more”.

While the company has not revealed the specifications of the Redmi 8, the phone was recently listed on TENAA and was also spotted on Google Play Console, revealing almost everything when it comes to specifications.

As per the leaks, the Redmi 8, which carries model number M1908C3IC, will come with 6.21-inch HD+ display offering 1520 x 720 pixels screen resolution at 320PPI pixel density. Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 mobile platform, along with 3GB of RAM.

Mi fans! Just when you thought the #Diwali action has reached a peak, here's #BatteryCameraAction!

Battery champion with 4⃣/_ _ arriving on 9th Oct.

It's time to do moooooooore!
Click more
Watch more
Play more
Store more

RT if you know what's coming. #Xiaomi pic.twitter.com/71LxSA4iyk

— #MiFan Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) October 3, 2019

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The listing also reveals that the smartphone will come running Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MIUI 10. In the camera department, the smartphone will have a dual-camera setup on the back consisting of a 12MP primary Sony IMX363 sensor and a 5MP depth sensor.

On the front side, the device will come equipped with an 8MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling. Earlier, it was revealed that the phone will pack a massive 5,000mAh battery and the device is also expected to have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The phone is also speculated to have USB Type-C port at the bottom.

Tipster Ishan Agarwal had earlier revealed that the Redmi 8 will be made official in variants such as 3GB RAM with 32GB storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB storage in China. The device is expected to come in four colors — Phantom Red, Fairy Green, Carbon Ash, and Sapphire Blue. Since the Redmi 7 was launched in India for ₹7,999, we expect similar pricing for this Redmi 8 smartphone.

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The launch of the Redmi 8 series around the corner. Redmi General Manager Lu Weibing has recently started teasing the arrival of the Redmi 8A smartphone. The Redmi 8 that has a model number of M1908C3IC had appeared on TENAA with its entire specifications. Yesterday, a listing of the phone had appeared on the website of China Telecom. At the same time, the smartphone was also found listed on Google Play Console. These appearances suggest that the arrival of the Redmi 8 smartphone is drawing near.

The Google Play Console listing of the Redmi 8 has revealed few specs of the phone. It states that its display offers HD+ resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels and 320 ppi pixel density. Like China Telecom listing, it reveals that the Snapdragon 439 mobile platform is present under the hood of the Redmi 8 along with 3 GB of RAM. The SD439 also fuels the Redmi 8A smartphone. It states that the phone is loaded with Android 9 Pie OS. The other details of the phone were not mentioned in its Google Play Console listing.

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As far as the other specs of the Redmi 8 are concerned, its TENAA and China Telecom listings have revealed that it features a 6.21-inch display with waterdrop notch. The dual camera setup of the phone features a 12-megapixel primary lens and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. It is speculated that it could be featuring the Sony IMX363 as the main lens like the Redmi 8A phone. For capturing selfies, it is equipped with an 8-megapixel selfie snapper.

Like the Redmi 8A, the Redmi 8 also features a massive 5,000mAh battery. Since the Redmi 8A comes with a USB-C port, the Redmi 8 could be also equipped with a USB-C slot. A fingerprint scanner is positioned on the backside of the device.

Tipster Ishan Agarwal had revealed in the previous month that the Redmi 8 will be made official in variants such as 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage in China It is speculated to arrive in four color options such as Phantom Red, Fairy Green, Carbon Ash and Sapphire Blue. The handset is also expected to debut soon in India. It remains to be seen whether Redmi 8 Pro also debuts alongside the Redmi 8 phone.

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Xiaomi’s independent Redmi brand recently announced its budget handset, the Redmi 8A via an official online launch event. At the time of its unveiling, Xiaomi’s India head Manu Kumar Jain teased another smartphone, likely to be the Redmi 8. While the new model should meet us very soon in India, the brand seems to be working on its China release as well. The Redmi 8 was recently listed on the China Telecom website (model number M1908C3IC), confirming its release in the Chinese market.

The listing confirms that the Redmi 8 will have a 6.21-inch display with a waterdrop notch. The phone will continue to use a plastic body, just like its predecessors. We can see that the phone will have 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage but there should be 2GB and 3GB RAM options as well. At the back, the Redmi 8 will come with a dual-camera setup featuring a 12MP sensor and another 2MP sensor for depth. Upfront, it should have an 8MP selfie shooter.

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One of the biggest highlights of the new device will be the large 5000mAh battery. This is a significant bump up from the 4000mAh battery on the Redmi 7 model. However, it will also increase its size to 9.4mm thickness and weight to 188 grams. Inside, it should feature the Snapdragon 439 processor, the same as the Redmi 8A. However, unlike the 8A, this one will have a fingerprint sensor at the back.

China Telecom lists the Redmi 8 at 1599 Yuan ($224). This is definitely a placeholder price tag as when it launches, it should start at a much cheaper price tag, likely around $120.

Xiaomi has already confirmed the existence of this 5000mAh backed Redmi 8 / 8A model, both in China as well as India. So it is just a matter of time until we see its launch in both the markets.

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