The smartphone market has been captured by Apple once again and this time iPhone models have dominated 7 positions among the top 10 best-selling smartphones of 2021.

According to a new report by Counterpoint Research, the Apple iPhone 12 was the best-selling smartphone of the year 2021. People have preferred this reasonably priced non-Pro high-ender with a normal screen size in comparison to other flagship models with a total world sale of 2.9 percent.

On the second spot is the iPhone 12 Pro Max accounting for 2.2% of global smartphone sales in 2021. On the third position is the vanilla iPhone 13 with a 2.1% share in global sales, and iPhone 12 Pro gets the fourth position with around 2.1% share. Closing out the top five is the iPhone 11, which is still going strong despite now being two generations old.

According to Apple’s recent 1.39 billion estimated smartphone sales, the Cupertino giant may have sold around 40 million units of iPhone 12 models, and 30 million copies of the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Other models on the list like iPhone 13, 12 Pro, and 11 models may have seen sales in the neighborhood of 27 and 29 million units each.

Similar to last year, the list did not feature any Samsung high-end devices but rather the budget-oriented Galaxy A12 kept the company in the sixth position.

Xiaomi took advantage of its low to mid-range models with huge success in markets like China, India, and Asia pacific. Redmi 9A and Redmi 9 featured in the seventh and tenth positions respectively keeping the smartphone maker on the top ten list.

The iPhone SE 2020 also remained a popular choice for customers, enjoying a 1.6% share of the total smartphone sales in 2021. And since Apple has just launched the iPhone SE 2022, we can expect the model to be placed higher on the table for the top-selling phones in 2022.

The iPhone 13 Pro Max comes in at the ninth position in the top ten list edging out the 13 Pro which did not make it in the top 10. This could be due to customers preferring the bigger screen of the Pro Max model, and if this indeed turns out to be true, then this year’s top 10 might look a lot different as Apple is rumored to launch the iPhone 14 Max, which is said to have a screen that will be equal in dimensions to the iPhone 14 Pro Max but will cost less than the iPhone 14 Pro.

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Xiaomi has a history of providing high price-to-performance devices for the cheap, and one might think that software support would be compromised to achieve this price point. However the developer team behind MIUI have not disapppointed, and they are pushing both OS and security updates to the almost 2-year-old entry-level Redmi 9A as of February 2022.

The Redmi 9A was initially launched in Europe in July 2020 for 99 Euros and it came with MIUI 12 based on Android 10 out of the box. Since then, it has been receiving quarterly security updates to keep the phone safe in the interconnected 21st century at all times. 

As of Feb 5, 2022, the Redmi 9A has received a major OS update, which is the stable Global MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update based on Android 11. The latest update is said to bring swift performance and more battery life on a single charge based on the changelog. 

The new update brings what Xiaomi calls “Atomized Memory” and “Smart Balance” to the Redmi 9A. “Atomized Memory” allows for an ultra-fine memory management mechanism that will make RAM usage more efficient. “Smart Balance” has the core system improvements that allow your device to make the best of the hardware specs inside of it.

Another upgrade the update brings is the latest security patch from Google, the January 2022 security patch to the Redmi 9A, keeping your data secure from malware online.

The size of the update is 1.9GB in total, and users are recommended to check their storage first before downloading the update, since the Redmi 9A was only launched in a 2GB+32GB configuration. As for other specs, the Redmi 9A was also launched with a MediaTek Helio G25, 6.53” LCD Display and a 5000mAh battery.

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Last week, we started hearing about the Redmi 10A, a phone that should have been released almost a year ago. A new appearance of the device reveals more details about it. Let’s check out what all it has to offer.

The upcoming Redmi 10A has been spotted on the FCC SAR certification database by Xiaomiui. According to the listing, the phone will be a tweaked version of Redmi 9A.

The listing clearly mentions that the Redmi 10A (220233L2G) is a variant of Redmi 9A (M2006C3LG). It even describes the differences between them.

The new model will have a 13MP + 2MP dual-camera setup instead of a single 13MP shooter. Further, it will feature a fingerprint sensor, which is not found on the older handset. 

Finally, the latest smartphone will arrive in new 4GB RAM and 64GB/128GB storage variants, in addition to 3GB RAM and 32GB storage versions. The actual memory configurations are as follow – 2GB + 32GB, 3GB + 32GB, 3GB + 64GB, 4GB + 64GB, and 4GB + 128GB.

According to a recent Geekbench listing, we already know that the Redmi 10A will be powered by the same MediaTek Helio G25 chipset. Therefore, in a nutshell, the successor of Redmi 9A will only bring upgrades like a 2MP secondary sensor (possibly depth), a fingerprint sensor, and more RAM/storage variants.

Going by the first four characters of the model number, which depict year and month, the Redmi 10A will likely go official in February. The smartphone will come in at least three regional variants – 220233L2C (China), 220233L2G (Global), and 220233L2I (India).

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UPDATE: 

Xiaomi’s official statement explaining the reason behind the price hike has been added below.

“Due to massive demand-supply mismatch, the majority of components used in smartphones have seen an upward movement in their prices. Unfortunately, due to such market dynamics, a surge in price is inevitable, and it is further leading to a price hike on some of our models.

At Xiaomi India, we strongly believe in honest pricing and will continue to do our best to make the most value-for-money smartphones for all our Fans and consumers.”

The hike is of Rs. 300 and the likely reason for it is the ongoing semiconductor shortage that has impacted companies’ ability to procure crucial parts for their phones (via 91mobiles). The hike amount is constant across both the phones and all of their variants.

The old and new prices have been given below for comparison.

• Redmi 9A (2GB/32GB): Rs. 6,999 to Rs. 7,299
• Redmi 9A (3GB/32GB): Rs. 7,999 to Rs. 8,299
• Redmi 9A Sport (2GB/32GB): Rs. 6,999 to Rs. 7,299
• Redmi 9A Sport (3GB/32GB): Rs. 7,999 to Rs. 8,299

To recall, the Redmi 9A is equipped with an entry-level MediaTek Helio G25 SoC paired with a PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It has up to 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage, further expandable by an SD card. Its display is sized at 6.53-inch and has a 1600×720 HD+ resolution. Its camera setup is simple with a single 13MP shooter at the rear, paired with a 5MP camera at the front. Connectivity features include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack. All of it is powered by a large 5,000mAh battery.

The Redmi 9A Sport is exactly the same phone but a more recent launch. It’s unclear why Xiaomi has offered two same phones but with different names, that too for the same market. Still, both of them do come with a different set of colors, so there’s that.

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It has been more than a year since Redmi announced the Redmi 9A entry-level smartphone. The phone is surely due for a successor but it appears fans of the brand do not mind as the device is still flying off the shelves. As a matter of fact, the Redmi 9A was the best-selling smartphone last month on Jingdong!

Yes, the Redmi 9A with its Helio G25 processor and HD+ display outsold the iPhone 12 series, iPhone 13 series, and Redmi Note 10 series among others. The said list of the best-selling 20 smartphones for the month of September was shared on Weibo by the account @Technology Propaganda.

As shown in the image, the Redmi 9A sold 317,431 units. There are speculations that most of the purchases were made by older citizens who want a simple device as well as students on a tight budget. The figure doesn’t seem to be far-fetched considering a Counterpoint Research report revealed last month that Xiaomi is the market leader in China for devices in the $100 category.

The Redmi 9A launched in China last July for ¥599 (~$93) for the version with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Redmi later followed it with other configurations including a 2GB RAM + 32GB variant priced at ¥499 (~$77) and a 6GB RAM + 128GB version that launched for ¥999 (~$155).

Other phones that made it to the list of best-selling devices for the month include the iPhone 12 which sold 311,720 units, the new iPhone 13 which sold 286,500 nits, and the 2019 iPhone 11 that sold 248,599 units. The Redmi Note 9 4G, the Redmi K40, and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are three other Redmi phones that made the top 10. The Honor 50 and the Honor Play5T grabbed the 7th and 10th spots respectively with 112,605 units and 105,812 units respectively.

Apple is definitely the clear winner as it sold more devices combined than any of the other brands on the list. Apart from having four devices in the top 10, it also has four other devices on the list.

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Earlier this year, Redmi launched the Redmi 9 Power and Redmi 9A smartphones in India at affordable prices. Today, these phones have got a price hike in both online and offline Xiaomi stores across India.

The Redmi 9 Power has received a ₹500(~$7) price hike, now retailing at ₹13,499(~$181) from its original ₹12,999(~$174) pricing. On the other hand, the Redmi 9A, which used to retail for ₹7,499(~$101)is now available for ₹7,799(~$107).

Redmi 9 Power and Redmi 9A Specifications 

The Redmi 9 Power and 9A are budget smartphones featuring a 6.5-inch screen. The display on the Power is Full-HD+, whereas, the 9A has an HD+ resolution screen. The phones have a single selfie camera on the front. The 9 Power has a quad-rear camera system – 48MP main, an 8MP ultra-wide, and two 2MP sensors for macro and depth shots.

Under the hood, the Power has a Snapdragon 662 SoC, whereas, the 9A has a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset. The phones have a base configuration of 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage.

As for the batteries, the 9 Power has a whopping 6,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support. The Redmi 9A packs a 5,000mAh battery with standard charging speeds.

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Last year, Apple iPhone 11 topped the charts on the best-selling smartphones during the first half. Later, the device went on to be one of the most shipped smartphones for the entire year as well. Today, Counterpoint Research has come up with a report for the global Top 10 best-selling models for January 2021, and Apple dominates the list yet again with iPhone 12 at the top.

As per the report, Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max accounted for 71% of Apple’s entire sales for the month and occupied the first three positions in the Top 10 list. As reported earlier, the demand was high for the 5G Apple devices due to a late launch in 2020.

The yesteryear iPhone 11 is still at the fourth spot and this isn’t that surprising considering the device is still a value for money for Apple lovers. Also, the report says that 1/3rd of Apple’s total sales comes from the US.

Apple also has two more devices on the list and one of them is the iPhone 12 mini, yes you heard it right. Reports said that Apple could discontinue the mini version by Q2 but look like it has garnered some sales in January. The other iPhone model is the iPhone SE 2020.

The Top-10 list is once again shared only by Samsung and Xiaomi apart from Apple. We have Redmi 9A and Redmi 9 in the fifth and sixth spots. The report says that the sub $150 phones accounted for 25% of Xiaomi’s total sales for January.

Talking about Samsung, the Galaxy A21s and the Galaxy A31, which recently got price cuts in India, occupy the seventh and ninth spot respectively. Lastly, the report says that Xiaomi is growing gradually in the MEA region while Samsung is looking to attract more HONOR with its Galaxy A devices.

That being said, with more 5G mid-range devices launching in the coming months, we can expect them to dominate the Top 10 list this year.

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Banggood is giving an amazing deal on Xiaomi Redmi 9A Global Version. The smartphone which usually retails at around $125 is now available for $94 only. 

Xiaomi Redmi 9A global version comes with a 6.53 inch IPS LCD display and waterdrop notch screen. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset and an octa-core processor and carries a massive long-lasting 5000 mAh battery. The rear camera is a single 13MP AI cam while the display comes with a 5MP selfie cam.

Xiaomi Redmi 9A Global version which usually retails at $125 is now available for $94 only at Banggood. This deal is applicable on 2GB+32GB variant, EU version, and Peacock Green color only and ends on 8 March 2021. Additional shipping charges may be applicable to the above product. So go grab your Redmi 9A at a heavily discounted price asap. 

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In late October, Canalys published a report on Global Smartphone Market Q3 2020. According to that, Xiaomi beat Apple to become the world’s third-largest smartphone brand for the first time. Now, more than a week later, the research firm has revealed the most-shipped devices in the same period.

As per Canalys, Samsung was the world’s largest smartphone brand in the third quarter of 2020 with a 23% market share by shipping 80.2 million units. Then, came Huawei at the second spot with a 14.9% share and 51.7 million shipments, followed by Xiaomi in the third place with 47.1 million shipments and 13.5% market share.

Lastly, the fourth and fifth positions were captured by Apple and vivo respectively. The American tech giant shipped 43.2 million units with a 12.4% market share, whereas the Chinese smartphone maker gained 9.1% share with 31.8 million units in shipments.

Talking about the most shipped smartphones, five of them were Samsung, three devices were by Xioami, and two from Apple.

The iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2020 acquired the first two positions. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy A21s, Galaxy A11, Galaxy A51, Galaxy A31, and Galaxy A01 Core captured third, fourth, fifth, eighth, and tenth places respectively.

On the other hand, Xiaomi obtained sixth, seventh, and ninth positions with Redmi Note 9/Redmi 10X 4G, Redmi 9, and Redmi 9A respectively.

Most Shipped Smartphones in Q3 2020 – Canalys

1. iPhone 11
2. iPhone SE 2020
3. Galaxy A21s
4. Galaxy A11
5. Galaxy A51
6. Redmi Note 9 / Redmi 10X 4G
7. Redmi 9
8. Galaxy A31
9. Redmi 9A
10. Galaxy A01 Core

What are your thoughts on this list? Did you expect any of these devices? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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When Redmi announced the Redmi 9A phone at the end of July, it was made available in a single variant featuring 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Soon, it added two variants such as 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. Today, the company announced a new variant that has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The new model is scheduled to go on sale from tomorrow in the homeland.

The new 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage Redmi 9A variant is priced at 999 Yuan (~$146) and it will be available for purchase at 10 AM (local time) tomorrow in China. The existing variants such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, and 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage are priced at 799 Yuan (~$118), 599 Yuan (~$89), and 499 Yuan (~$73). The handset can be availed in China in color options such as Clear Sky Blue, Sand Black, and Lake Green.

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Redmi 9A specifications

The Redmi 9A is fitted with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD HD+ screen with a waterdrop notch. The Helio G25 chipset drives the smartphone along with a big battery of 5,020mAh capacity. The phone supports 10W charging.

The Redmi 9A has a rear camera of 13-megapixel and a front-facing snapper of 5-megapixel. One of the major highlights of the smartphone is that it comes preinstalled with MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS. The device lacks a fingerprint scanner.

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At the end of July, Redmi unveiled the Redmi 9A entry-level smartphone in China. The device was introduced in a single version featuring 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB storage. Soon after its announcement, Redmi introduced a new variant for the Redmi 9A that came with 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. Today, the company announced a new variant of the Redmi 9A that offers 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of built-in storage.

The Redmi 9A 2GB+32GB edition is priced 499 Yuan (~$73; Rs 5,300), the 4GB+64GB model costs 599 Yuan (~$6,400), and the new 4GB+128GB is priced at 799 Yuan (~$117, Rs 8,600). The sales of the new model will begin on Sept. 15 at 10 AM (local time). In China, the Redmi 9A is available in three colors such as Clear Sky Blue, Sand Black, and Lake Green.

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Redmi 9A specifications

The Redmi 9A entry-level smartphone comes with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD screen with a waterdrop notch screen. It supports HD+ resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The Helio G25 processor fuels the device. It is preinstalled with MIUI 12 flavored Android 10 OS.

It has a front-facing camera of 5-megapixel and its rear is fitted with a single camera of 13-megapixel. It has a 5,020mAh battery that supports 10W fast charging.

In related news, the Xiaomi Redmi 9A is selling in India for Rs 7,499 (~$102) for its 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage variant and Rs. 6,799 (~$93) for its 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage. Tomorrow, the Chinese firm will be announcing the Redmi 9i phone in India. It will have the same specs as Redmi 9A but will come in higher options like 4 GB RAM + 64 GBs storage and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. The base model could be priced at Rs 7,999 (~$109).

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Last year’s Redmi 8A had two main selling points – support for 18W fast charging and a USB-C connector. Even before the device launched, Xiaomi/Redmi used these as marketing points. The tweet below by the CEO of Xiaomi India, Manu Kumar Jain, is a reminder.

1st ever look of beautiful #Redmi8A!

When we said the #Redmi 8A would have #Dumdaar features, we meant it. It will come with #TypeC port and fast charging support.

Probably the ONLY phone in the price segment to have Type-C! RT if excited. #Xiaomi #DumdaarRedmi8A pic.twitter.com/ycTGyLvzgk

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) September 23, 2019

The Redmi *A line is Redmi’s most affordable line and the switch to USB-C and support for 18W fast charging meant the company was leaving MicroUSB as well as 10W charging behind for good. The brand got praise for bringing USB Type-C to the masses and even used these features to go against its competitors.

Here’s how #dumdaar #Redmi8A actually is against the competition.#Xiaomi #DumdaarRedmi8A pic.twitter.com/mjFj3tj0Kc

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) September 25, 2019

Progress, right? That’s what we thought until the Redmi 9A launched with a MicroUSB port and 10W charging. It is quite disappointing to see a successor come with downgraded features.

What makes it even worse is that the Redmi 9A launched in India for a slightly higher price tag than the Redmi 8A did. The new Redmi 9A starts at ₹6,799 (~$93) while its predecessor had a starting price of ₹6,499 (~$89). Even the Redmi 8A Dual that launched about 7 months ago with an extra camera had a launch price of ₹6,499 (~$89).

And those are not the only areas where corners were cut. There is also no mention of Gorilla Glass protection for the Redmi 9A which was a selling point for the Redmi 8A and Redmi 8A Dual which both boast Gorilla Glass 5 protection. These downgrades do not make the Redmi 9A a device I will recommend.

Xiaomi India has pulled the Redmi 8A down from its site and the Redmi 8A Dual now sells for a much higher price tag of ₹7,499 (~$102) than it launched, no thanks to the increase in goods and services tax and other factors.

However, not everyone will be able to pay the extra amount to pick up the Redmi 8A Dual, which is a better buy in my own opinion. In addition, the fact that you have to purchase an 18W adapter (if you don’t already have one) adds to the cost. Nevertheless, a successor to a phone should not be a downgrade when you compare its specs and features to that of its predecessor.

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The Redmi 9A smartphone has gone official in India today. Previously, the phone had launched in Malaysia in June and in China in July. With a price tag of Rs 6,799 (~$93), it is the cheapest phone in the Redmi 9 series.

Redmi 9A specifications and features

The Redmi 9A features a 6.53-inch IPS LCD HD+ resolution display that supports a 20:9 aspect ratio. The 12nm Helio G25 is present under the hood of the device. The phone comes with a 12nm Helio G25 chipset and with HyperEngine Gaming technology that brings gaming capabilities on the entry-level phone. The phone ships with 2 GB / 3 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 32 GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.

The MIUI 12 flavored Android 10 OS comes preloaded on the Redmi 9A. It has a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support. It has an AI-powered 13-megapixel with LED flash on its back. It offers features like AI portrait mode, AI scene detection, and Pro mode. The front-facing 5-megapixel camera offers users with features like screen flash and AI portrait mode.

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The Redmi 9A does not have a fingerprint sensor. Instead, the company offers face unlock security feature on it. The Redmi 9A delivers connectivity options such as dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

When it comes to design, the Redmi 9A has a splash-resistant P2i nano-coating and has a textured plastic rear that promotes a better grip and prevents fingerprints. The phone has 164.9 x 77 x 9mm dimensions and it weighs 196 grams.

Redmi 9A price in India and availability

The 2 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage variants of the Redmi 9A for India is priced at Rs. 6,799 (~$93) and Rs. 7,499 (~$103), respectively. The phone can be availed in three colors such as Midnight Black, Sea Blue, and Nature Green.

The first sale of the Redmi 9A will be carried out in India through platforms like Amazon India, M.com, Mi Store, Mi Studio stores on Sept. 4 at 12 PM (local time). The phone will be also made available through offline markets soon. The company also announced Redmi earphones worth Rs. 399 (~$5). It will be available through Flipkart, Amazon India, and offline retail partners from 12 PM on Sept. 7.

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The Redmi family is about to get bigger in India. Just a week after launching the Redmi 9, Redmi India is set to announce the entry-level Redmi 9A.

The manufacturer has set Wednesday, September 2, as the launch date for the smartphone and has also announced that it will go on sale on Friday, September 4. Redmi India is also going to announce a new pair of wired earphones on the same day. So if you will be picking up the device when it launches, you may also want to grab a pair of new earphones as there won’t be one in the box.

The Redmi 9A will have a 6.53-inch HD+ display which is bigger than that of its predecessor but it will keep the waterdrop notch. There is an Helio G25 processor under the hood powering the device. While the international variant has 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, there is a chance the Indian version will have a different configuration.

The phone will have a single 13MP camera on its back and a 5MP selfie camera. Just like the Redmi 8A, it will have a 5000mAh battery capacity, but disappointingly, there is no 18W charging this time around and the USB-C port has been swapped for a MicroUSB one. The Redmi 9A will run MIUI 12 based on Android 10 out of the box.

The Redmi 9A launched in Europe for €99 (~INR 8,625) but it should be cheaper in India since the Redmi 9 which has better specs is priced at INR 8,999 (~€103) for the base model with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

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Earlier this month, Redmi India announced the Redmi 9 Prime. The phone is already available for purchase with the next flash sale date set for 12 Noon on August 24. Now, the manufacturer is teasing the arrival of another smartphone, and we have a good guess which phone it is.

The teaser was posted earlier today on Twitter and lists the already launched Redmi smartphones this year such as the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and Redmi Note 9 Pro which launched in March; the Redmi Note 9 that was announced in July, and the Redmi 9 Prime. The teaser hints at the new smartphone also having a “9” in its name.

Here's our 2⃣0⃣2⃣0⃣ checklist

12th March, 2020: #RedmiNote9ProMax & #RedmiNote9Pro
20th July, 2020: #RedmiNote9
4th August, 2020: #Redmi9Prime
XX XXX, 2020: #Redmi _ ?

Can you guess what's next?

RT & gear up for 9⃣! pic.twitter.com/wVYrIHyfZr

— Redmi India – #Redmi9Prime (@RedmiIndia) August 19, 2020

We believe the upcoming smartphone is the Redmi 9A which already launched in Europe. The Indian variant of the phone with the model number M2006C3LI has been certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance back in June.

The Redmi 9A is an entry-level smartphone with a 6.53-inch 720 x 1600 display that has a waterdrop notch. It is powered by an Helio G25 processor with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. There is a dedicated MicroSD card slot that allows users to add more storage.

On the back of the Redmi 9A is a 13MP camera and an LED flash while the selfie camera is a 5MP camera. There is a massive 5000mAh battery under the hood of the phone with support for 10W charging via a MicroUSB port. The phone also has an audio jack and Bluetooth 5.0. The Wi-Fi certificate revealed the Indian variant will run MIUI 12 (based on Android 10) out of the box.

The Redmi 9 is priced at INR 9,999 (~$134), so the Redmi 9A should sell for a lower price tag, probably around INR 7,499 (~$100).

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Xiaomi’s Redmi brand launched the Redmi 9 Prime in India earlier this month. There are indications that a new model may soon be added to the Redmi 9 series in India. The Redmi 9A should join the fray soon and as a precursor, the phone has been certified by the WiFi Alliance.

The Redmi 9A has already been unveiled in the global market alongside the Redmi 9 and 9C. The phone which bears the model number M2006C3LI will likely hit India with a few upgrades, according to the listing. The device will run on the latest MIUI 12 version based on Android 10. For reference, the global variant arrived with MIUI 11.

The listing doesn’t reveal any other specifications the Redmi 9A would hit India bearing but we already know the phone features a 6.53-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with a tall 20:9 aspect ratio and waterdrop notch. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset paired with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. The phone also packs a  generous 5,000mAh battery which receives power over a USB Type-C charging port.

Xiaomi India is yet to reveal when the phone will be launched in the South-East Asian country but we expect that to happen soon.

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Xiaomi first launched the Redmi 9A in China late last month with the phone made available in a single 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage. The Chinese giant has now launched a second memory variant of the entry-level smartphone. The new model comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB internal storage.

This version was announced in Europe but what makes this announcement special is that the variant is available for 499 yuan (~$71). Whereas it launched clutching a 99 Euro price tag in Europe. The variant is now available on Jingdong (JD.com) in China.

As a reminder, the Redmi 9A is equipped with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with a waterdrop notch. It supports 720 x 1600 pixels resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It has a front camera of 5-megapixel that supports features like front HDR, gesture photo, and face recognition.

The backside of the Redmi 9A has a 13-megapixel snapper. It offers users with features like HDR, portrait mode, AI scene recognition, time-lapse photography, and 30fps 1080p video shooting.

The model is an Helio G25 powered entry-level smartphone. It houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. It equally comes pre-installed with MIUI 12 based on Android 10 OS.

The Redmi 9A is a dual-SIM phone that comes with a dedicated slot for microSD card. It comes with other features such as dual speakers, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB, and 3.5mm audio jack. It lacks a fingerprint reader.

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Redmi 9A, the cheapest smartphone from Redmi for this year has gone official in China. It is the second phone in the Redmi 9 series after the Redmi 9 to go official in the country. The Redmi 9 is priced at 799 Yuan (~$114) whereas the Redmi 9A entry-level phone has arrived with a pricing of 599 Yuan ($85).

Redmi 9A price

Priced at 599 Yuan, the Redmi 9A for China carries 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of built-in storage. The handset comes in three colors such as Clear Sky Blue, Sand Black, and Lake Green.

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Redmi 9A specifications

The Redmi 9A is a Helio G25 powered entry-level smartphone. It houses a 5,000mAh battery that supports 10W charging. The handset is preloaded with MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS.

The Redmi 9A is equipped with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch. It supports 720 x 1600 pixels resolution and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It has a front camera of 5-megapixel that supports features like front HDR, gesture photo, and face recognition. The backside of the Redmi 9A has a 13-megapixel snapper. It offers users with features like HDR, portrait mode, AI scene recognition, time-lapse photography, and 30fps 1080p video shooting.

The Redmi 9A is a dual-SIM phone that comes with a dedicated slot for microSD card. It comes with other features 1217 speaker, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, microUSB, and 3.5mm audio jack. It lacks a fingerprint reader.

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Samsung launched a new entry-level phone in the Indian market: the Galaxy M01s. Usually, when people all around the world look for a very affordable device, they do not choose Samsung. But we think this device offers something more than other Samsung entry-level handsets sold at the same price during the last years. But is it enough to beat the concurrence? You can find it out by reading this comparison between Samsung Galaxy M01s and the entry-level offerings by Xiaomi and Oppo: we are talking about Redmi 9A and Oppo A12, both available in the most affordable price segment.

Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs OPPO A12 vs Samsung Galaxy M01s

Design

Redmi 9A, Oppo A12, and Samsung Galaxy M01s are made of cheap materials: they are entirely made of polycarbonate (except the display, naturally), and they are not so sturdy. The Redmi 9A has a cleaner look with its smaller camera module and fewer elements on the rear side, but unlike Oppo A12 and Samsung Galaxy M01s, it lacks a fingerprint scanner and it relies on 2D face unlock. Also, note that Oppo A12 and Samsung Galaxy M01s are much more compact than Redmi 9A due to their smaller displays. The Oppo A12 is even more compact than Galaxy M01s thanks to narrower bezels around the display.

Display

The display providing the highest quality belongs to the Oppo A12 which boasts an IPS panel with high brightness. But despite that, it is still a below-average panel since it comes with an HD+ resolution and not a so high level of detail. You get even less detail with the Redmi 9A because it has a lower pixel density due to its wider panel. But it is actually better for productivity users and gamers due to its wider diagonal. The Samsung Galaxy M01s has a cheaper TFT panel which does not even come with the IPS technology, so it loses the comparison.

Specs & Software

You get just 2 GB of RAM with the Redmi 9A, but it has a way better chipset than Oppo A12 and Samsung Galaxy M01s. It is the new Helio G25 which is even pretty nice in advanced scenarios such as gaming, thanks to its high GPU performance. But the low amount of RAM will not let you open a lot of apps at the same time. Oppo A12 has an inferior chipset, but it offers up to 4 GB of RAM and even doubles the internal storage (up to 64 GB). Samsung Galaxy M01s loses again since it comes with the weakest chipset (Helio P22) and 3 GB of RAM paired with 32 GB of native storage.

Camera

Samsung Galaxy M01s is the best camera phone of this trio. It has a main sensor with a brighter focal aperture for the main camera, so it clicks better photos, especially in low light conditions. Further, it has a better 8 MP selfie camera. The silver medal goes to the Oppo A12 sporting a dual camera with a 13 MP main sensor and a depth sensor. The Redmi 9A lacks the depth sensor and it has just a single 13 MP sensor on the rear side. It is not recommended if you need the greatest photos, especially for portraits.

Battery

The Redmi 9A has a much bigger battery than Oppo A12 and Samsung Galaxy M01s, it lasts a lot more on a single charge. You can reach three days of battery life even with intensive usage. But this does not mean that its rivals are weak: Oppo A12 still provides an amazing battery life, and even the Galaxy M01s lasts a lot. In each case, you do not get fast charging.

Price

If only the Redmi 9A had more RAM, we would choose it as the winner of this comparison. But it is not so, that is why I personally prefer the Oppo A12, at least in its most expensive configuration. The Samsung Galaxy M01s is the best camera phone, but it is inferior when it comes to the rest of the specifications. The base variants of Samsung Galaxy M01s, Redmi 9A, and Oppo A12 cost Rs. 9999, Rs. 11,790 (expected, it is still not on the shelves), and Rs. 9,999, respectively. After reading this comparison, what would your choice be?

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Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs OPPO A12 vs Samsung Galaxy M01s: PROs and CONS

Oppo A12

PROs

• Fingerprint reader
• Good display
• FM radio
• Long battery life

CONS

• Nothing particular

Samsung Galaxy M01s

PROs

• Better cameras
• Fingerprint reader
• Light UI

CONS

• Android 9 Pie
• Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• Very affordable
• Longer battery life
• Advanced chipset
• IR blaster

CONS

• Inferior cameras

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Today, Xiaomi launched three entry-level phones in the global market: Redmi 9, Redmi 9A, and Redmi 9C. They are sold at different prices, but all of them cost less than €200 and they have a very high value for money. Given that they carry different prices and they are all devices released by Xiaomi, you probably understood that they are not at the same level. But a lot of people are wondering which one to buy: is it worth spending more for the Redmi 9 or it is better to save money for a Redmi 9A / 9C? This comparison will clear your ideas in regards.

Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C

Design

Redmi 9, 9A, and 9C sport a modern design but made of cheap materials. They come with a plastic body and borderless display including a waterdrop notch. The Redmi 9 looks more beautiful thanks to its gradient colors, but the Redmi 9A has a more minimalistic look thanks to its smaller camera module. The Redmi 9 also offers a sturdier build quality with its Gorilla Glass 3 front panel. Despite sporting the same display diagonal, Redmi 9 is even more compact thanks to narrower bezels around the display.

Display

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C come with exactly the same display. It is a 6.53-inch panel with the IPS technology offering a below-average 720p resolution. Redmi 9 is a lot better since it offers a higher resolution and a higher level of detail. It is a Full HD+ phone with 1080 x 2340 pixels. And it is actually not easy to find a device with a Full HD+ display under €150, even with an IPS panel. Redmi 9 obviously wins the display comparison thanks to its higher resolution.

Specs & Software

With the Xiaomi Redmi 9, you actually get a much more powerful chipset: the octa-core Helio G80 running at a 2 GHz frequency, paired with at least 3 GB of RAM and at least 32 GB of internal storage which you can furtherly expand with a micro SD. The silver medal goes to the Redmi 9C with the Helio G35, while Redmi 9A has a weaker Helio G25. Note that every SoC is pretty nice in terms of performance, they are even nice at gaming. But there is an important gap between Helio G80 and G35. Redmi 9, 9A, and 9C run Android 10 out of the box, customized by the new MIUI 12.

Camera

With the Redmi 9, you get the most complete camera setup including a rear quad-camera with an ultrawide sensor included and an 8 MP front camera. Unfortunately, the Redmi 9C lacks the ultrawide sensor, but it actually comes with a better main sensor offering a brighter focal aperture for better photo quality in dark scenes. It is still an entry-level camera, though. Redmi 9A has just one single camera at the back, so it is the most disappointing one and you should not go for it if you need a decent camera phone.

Battery

Despite having a similar battery capacity to the Redmi 9, the lower-end Redmi 9A and 9C offer a longer battery life in a lot of scenarios thanks to their lower display resolution. With the Redmi 9, you get fast charging, which is not present on its two siblings. Note that these devices are equipped with 5000 mAh batteries, so it is not quick to fully charge them without a fast charging technology.

Price

Redmi 9 debuted in the European market with a €149/$170 starting price. If you live in Europe, you need €119/$135 for the Redmi 9C, while the Redmi 9A costs €99/$113. Is it worth spending more for the Redmi 9? Yes, if we compare it to the Redmi 9C. It has a better display, a complete camera setup, and a better hardware department. But you can save €50 by choosing the Redmi 9A, which might be the best choice for you if you are a basic user who does not care about clicking great photos and having the fastest performance.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi 9

PROs

• Better hardware
• Better display
• NFC
• Faster charging

CONS

• Price
• Shorter battery life

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• Very affordable
• Nice rear camera
• Long battery life
• NFC (depends on the region)

CONS

• HD display

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• Incredibly affordable
• Long battery life
• Smaller camera module

CONS

• No fingerprint reader
• Inferior camera department

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Xiaomi‘s ecosystem product launch event was held today and it was indeed a thriller. The company launched up to nine products including three new smartphones, the Mi Smart Band 5, Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2, Mi Electric Scooter 1S, Mi TV Stick, Xiaomi Gaming monitor and Mi TWS earbuds. The smartphones are the Redmi 9 series models made up of the Redmi 9, Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C.

The three smartphones feature powerful chipsets and premium features while retaining the affordable pricing for which the budget series is known for. They indeed represent Xiaomi’s mission to make exceptional smartphone experiences accessible to everyone. We’ll take a quick look at their specifications.

Redmi 9

As the first entry-level Redmi smartphone to feature an all-purpose quad-camera set up, Redmi 9 helps capture life’s special moments. Whether you’re looking to take a quick snap, wide-angle group shot, close-up with stunning details, or beautiful portrait photos, Redmi 9 has you covered. The device also integrates fun and creativity into the photography experience with premium camera features, including Kaleidoscope and Palm Shutter.

The Redmi 9 features a humongous 6.53-inch FHD+ Dot Drop display which offers an optimal visual experience with crystal-clear detail at your fingertips. It also comes with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification and Corning Gorilla Glass covering for on-the-go protection.

On the performance front, Redmi 9 sports an optimized MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, delivering a 107% improved performance over its predecessor. Paired with a 5020mAh large capacity battery, Redmi 9 packs the power you need for everyday work and play. This performance beast even supports 18W fast charging technology to keep your sideline time to a minimum so you can get back in the game.

Redmi 9 features the stunning smartphone design you deserve. On the back cover, it leverages a chic gradient color design and an anti-fingerprint ripple texture. The rear fingerprint sensor is specially designed to sit beside the camera set, and surrounded by a trendy circle design featured on Redmi’s current smartphone lineup. Altogether, this makes Redmi 9 even more comfortable to hold and unlock.

To round it up, Redmi 9 also comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, IR blaster, and multifunctional NFC, while supporting dual SIM usage and an additional microSD card slot.

Redmi 9 will be available in three color variants: Carbon Grey, Ocean Green, and Sunset Purple. The pricing starts at EUR 149 for the 3GB+32GB variant and EUR 169 for the 4GB+64GB variant.

Redmi 9C

This brand-new entry-level smartphone is equipped with a massive 6.53-inch Dot Drop display for an immersive viewing experience and a 5000mAh high-capacity battery that satisfies users who want to do more and enjoy more on their phone. Redmi 9C features MediaTek Helio G35, an octa-core gaming chipset which can go up to 2.3GHz. It also sports the AI optimized triple camera that can quickly and easily capture crisp and clear images in a variety of situations.

Redmi 9C will be available at a recommended retailing price of EUR 119 for 2GB + 32GB variant, and EUR 139 for 3GB + 64GB variant.

Redmi 9A

This brand-new entry-level smartphone is equipped with a massive 6.53” Dot Drop display for an immersive viewing experience and a 5000mAh high-capacity battery that satisfies users who want to do more and enjoy more on their phone. Redmi 9A features MediaTek Helio G25, an octa-core gaming chipset, which allows for a smooth day-to-day operating experience. It also sports the AI-optimized 13MP rear camera that can quickly and easily capture crisp and clear images in a variety of situations.

The Redmi 9A is the cheapest model among the three. Pricing starts at EUR 99 for the 2GB+32GB variant.

You can read more about the Redmi 9C and 9A from here.

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Yesterday we assisted in the launch of three entry-level phones unveiled on the same day: Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Realme C11. All of them will be sold with a price tag inferior to €100, which is the reason why we decided to compare them. But they are not the only valid devices you can find for less than €100 in this second half of 2020. That is why we decided to compare one of them with other entry-level phones launched recently. In this article, we decided to compare the Redmi 9A to the amazing Honor 9A and the Samsung Galaxy M01. After checking the differences between the Redmi 9A and these two rivals, you can our previous comparison to see how it performs against the Redmi 9C and the Realme C11. If you want other entry-level comparisons between the most recent devices, let us know in the comments.

Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Huawei Honor 9A vs Samsung Galaxy M01

Design

When it comes to the look, my favorite device of this comparison is the Redmi 9A. Unfortunately, it lacks a fingerprint reader, but it has a cleaner back and a compact camera module, unlike the Honor 9A. But some may prefer the Samsung Galaxy M01 due to its more compact size, given its smaller display. It has a lower screen-to-body ratio, but it is the most compact entry-level here. The color variants of the Honor 9A are awesome, but I do not like its bigger camera module. On the other hand, it is the only to offer a fingerprint reader, which is rear-mounted. The handset is even more compact than the Redmi 9A but bigger than the Samsung Galaxy M01.

Display

Samsung Galaxy M01 has the most compact display and it is easier to use with one hand and to keep in a pocket, but its PLS TFT display is inferior to the panels found on the Redmi 9A and Honor 9A. Not that its rivals come with amazing panels: they got below-average displays with a just acceptable HD+ resolution, but at least they are IPS panel. And they also offer a wider diagonal. If you want a higher display quality, you should go either for the Redmi 9A or the Honor 9A without thinking twice.

Specs & Software

The Helio G25 chipset is actually the most powerful of the trio and it offers higher CPU and GPU performance. Despite it is an entry-level SoC, it is meant for gamers thanks to its good GPU and HyperEngine technology by MediaTek. But while the Helio G25 is a better chipset, some may prefer the Samsung Galaxy M01 because it offers a Qualcomm’s SoC and 3 GB of RAM instead of 2 GB. It became extremely hard to find a Qualcomm’s chipset in the lowest price segment, but Samsung Galaxy M01 is fueled by the Snapdragon 439 which is Qualcomm’s entry-level offering. With its Helio P22, Honor 9A comes with the weakest hardware department, but it has more internal storage: 64 GB instead of 32 GB. However, in each case, you can expand the internal storage with a micro SD.

Camera

Honor 9A is the most advanced camera phone because it has a better main sensor with a brighter focal aperture, so it is able to shoot better photos in more light conditions. It is also a better camera phone because it is the only one with an ultrawide sensor. It is a low-end 5 MP lens, but better than nothing. The ultrawide sensor is paired with a depth sensor sporting a 2 MP resolution, while Samsung Galaxy M01 has just a main sensor and a depth sensor. Redmi 9A comes with just a single 13 MP sensor, so it is not the best choice for photography. Honor 9A also wins the selfie comparison thanks to its 8 MP front camera.

Battery

The huge 5000 mAh batteries found on the Redmi 9A and the Honor 9A will allow them to last a lot more than Samsung Galaxy M01 on a single charge. It is hard to say which one between Redmi 9A and Honor 9A will last more, we had no chance to test the battery life of the Redmi 9A and this comparison is only based on the specs on the paper. Samsung Galaxy M01 still delivers a very long battery life, so you may opt for this device if you want a faster battery charging since none of these handsets features a fast charging technology.

Price

Redmi 9A is priced just €75/$84, Honor 9A costs €114/$128, and Samsung Galaxy M01 has a €106/$119 price tag. There is not a definitive winner of this comparison: the Redmi 9A offers the highest performance and amazing battery life but a more disappointing camera department. Honor 9A has the best cameras and great battery life, but it lacks a great hardware side. Samsung Galaxy M01 sits right in the middle with decent hardware and cameras, but with a smaller battery and an inferior display.

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Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Huawei Honor 9A vs Samsung Galaxy M01: PROs and CONS

Huawei Honor 9A

PROs

• Better cameras
• More internal storage
• Fingerprint reader
• Long battery life

CONS

• Nothing particular

Samsung Galaxy M01

PROs

• Very compact
• Very affordable
• FM radio
• Good hardware

CONS

• Inferior display

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• Very affordable
• Long battery life
• Advanced chipset
• IR blaster

CONS

• No depth sensor

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It is a very hard fight between Realme and Redmi. Every time one of the two brands launches a new value for money device, each other comes up with a perfect rival. Today we talk about entry-level handsets: on the same day, both the companies launched their most affordable phones for 2020. Realme came up with the Realme C11, while Xiaomi launched the Redmi 9A and the Redmi 9C. Which company released the best entry-level device this time? And which released the handset with the highest value for money? Let’s discover it together through a specs comparison.

Realme C11 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C

Design

It is all about tastes, but if I had to choose the best design, I would go for the Redmi 9A. The reason is simple: I do not like big and square-shaped camera modules despite the iPhone 11 series came with this solution, and Redmi 9A has the smallest camera module. But if you do not have problems with such camera modules, you might like the Realme C11 a lot more. Just note that in each case, you get a cheap polycarbonate design with no protection against water and dust.

Display

Realme C11, Redmi 9A, and Redmi 9C come with below-average IPS panels sporting a wide diagonal, a waterdrop notch, and an HD+ resolution. The differences between these displays are just marginal, so you should definitely focus on something else as you will get more or less the same display performance with this whole trio of devices.

Specs & Software

With the Redmi 9C and the Realme C11, you get exactly the same hardware department composed of the Helio G35 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage you can furtherly expand with a micro SD up to 256 GB. With the Redmi 9A you get the same memory configuration, but a lower-end Helio G25 SoC. Both the chipsets are meant for gaming, despite they are low-end processors. With Realme C11 you get Android 10 customized by Realme UI, while Redmi 9C and Redmi 9A ship with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. Note that Redmi 9C and Redmi 9A ship with an IR blaster which can be used to control TVs and other home appliances (like most of Xiaomi devices), while Realme C11 does not have one. On the other hand, Realme C11 offers the FM radio which you can use by connecting your headphones.

Camera

The most advanced camera department belongs to the Redmi 9C which offers a 13 MP main sensor with a bright f/1.8 focal aperture, a 5 MP macro camera, and a 2 MP depth sensor. You do not get such a bright aperture with the Realme C11, and it even lacks a macro camera. Redmi 9A is the most disappointing as it comes with just a 13 MP sensor on the back. With all these handsets, you get an entry-level 5 MP front camera. Redmi 9C wins the camera comparison.

Battery

You should get a very similar battery life with all of these smartphones since they feature the same battery capacity and very similar specs sheets. All come with an HD+ display and a 12 nm chipset, as well as the same memory configurations. In each case, you should get an amazing battery life (likely three days on a single charge with moderate usage), so you should not worry about the battery life at all.

Price

Redmi 9C and Realme C11 are sold in Malaysia with price tags equivalent to about €90/$101 at the actual change. Redmi 9A has a €75/$84 listing price. The most advanced device and also the winner of this comparison is the Redmi 9C with the camera department making the difference. Realme C11 is very attractive, but it comes with an inferior camera at the same price. Redmi 9A has a higher value for money, but we recommend spending those €15 more to get a device with a better camera and chipset unless you do not care about cameras at all. Do you agree with us? Let us know by using the comment box below.

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Realme C11 vs Xiaomi Redmi 9A vs Xiaomi Redmi 9C: PROs and CONS

Realme C11

PROs

• Great design
• Great hardware
• Long battery life

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi 9C

PROs

• IR blaster
• Good hardware
• Best cameras
• MIUI 12 out of the box

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi 9A

PROs

• More affordable
• Smaller camera module
• IR blaster
• MIUI 12 out of the box

CONS

• Inferior cameras
• Inferior chipset

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Earlier this month, Malaysia became one of the first countries to receive the Redmi 9 smartphone. Today, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C entry-level phones in Malaysia with an attractive starting price of RM 359 (~$83). The Redmi 9A and 9C offer users with large-sized screens, big-sized batteries, up to three rear cameras, Helio G35 / G25 chipset, and more.

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C specifications

The Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C are equipped with IPS LCD panels of 6.53 inches. The dot-drop notch screen produces an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Both devices are packed with 5,000mAh batteries. These handsets are equipped with 2 GB of LPPDR4x RAM and 32 GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage. For additional storage, these devices come with a microSD card slot. The Android 10 OS along with MIUI 11 comes preloaded on the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C smartphones.

The Redmi 9A draws power from the Helio G25 octa-core processor that works at 2GHz whereas the Redmi 9C is equipped with the Helio G35 octa-core SoC that ticks at 2.3GHz. Both phones have 5-megapixel front-facing cameras.

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The Redmi 9A has a single rear camera of 13-megapixel and it lacks a fingerprint reader. On the other side, the Redmi 9C is blessed with a square-shaped camera module that includes a 13-megapixel main shooter, a 5-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 2-megapixel depth assist lens and an LED flash. The 9C features a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The Redmi 9A and 9C come with other common features like dual SIM slot, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB-C, IR blaster and 3.5mm audio jack.

Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C pricing

The Redmi 9A will be available for purchase in Malaysia through Lazada from July 7. It is priced at RM 359 (~$83) and its color variants are Midnight Grey, Twilight Blue, and Peacock Green.

The Redmi 9C will be hitting the Malaysian markets by the end of July. It costs RM 429 (~$100) and it comes in orange, black and blue colors. The Redmi 9 was introduced in the country for RM 499 (~$116).

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The Redmi 9A will be made official on June 30 in Malaysia. Xiaomi will be also announcing the Redmi 9C handset alongside it. Ahead of tomorrow’s announcement, the press renders of the Redmi 9A have surfaced to reveal its three color variants.

The Redmi 9A can be seen in three colors like Midnight Grey, Twilight Blue, and Peacock Green. The handset has a polycarbonate body with a single camera with an LED flash on its back. A vertical strip starting from the camera module have a Redmi branding can also be seen on the device.

While Redmi 9A renders claimed that it features a fingerprint scanner, the biometric recognition feature does not seem to be present on it. The device has a waterdrop notch display.

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Redmi 9A Specifications (Rumored)

The Redmi 9A has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display that offers HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It has a front-mounted camera of 5-megapixel. The rear side of the phone has a 13-megapixel camera.

The modest Helio G25 SoC along with 2 GB / 3 GB of RAM powers. The device is expected to arrive with 32 GB of built-in storage. It has a microSD card slot for additional storage.

The Redmi 9A houses a 5,000mAh capacity battery. It is said that its retail package will come with a 10W charger, but the device will support 18W fast charging. In Europe, the handset could be priced between 100 euros (~$112) to 120 euros (~$135). It may sell at a cheaper price in Asian markets.

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The Redmi 9 series from Xiaomi is rumored to include devices such as Redmi 9, Redmi 9C, Redmi 9C NFC edition, and Redmi 9A. Among these, the Chinese firm has already unveiled the Redmi 9 in multiple markets like Spain, Malaysia, and China. Recently, the Redmi 9A was spotted at certification platforms like China’s 3C and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S. Also, the key specs of the device also appeared on the Xiaomi Philippines website. These appearances suggested that the launch of the Redmi 9A could be near. Today, Xiaomi Malaysia took to its Facebook page to confirm that not only the Redmi 9A, but also the Redmi 9C will be made official on June 30.

The official released by the Chinese firm reveals a big battery and a big display are major highlights of the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C. Also, the image suggests that these phones will come with teardrop notch displays. On the same date, the competitor phone Realme C11 will be announced in markets like Malaysia and Indonesia.

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At the end of May, a well-known tipster shared the key specs of the Redmi 9 series. The leak revealed that the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C will come with HD+ resolution supporting 6.53-inch IPS LCD panels and 5,000mAh batteries. These phones are expected to come with some common features like a 5-megapixel selfie camera, a rear-facing fingerprint reader, a microSD card slot, a 3.5mm audio jack, an IR blaster, USB-C port and fast charging support.

The Redmi 9A is rumored to be equipped with Helio G25 chipset. The SoC could be coupled with 3 GB of RAM. The handset may offer users with an internal storage of 32 GB. It may come with a 13-megapixel main camera on its back.

The Redmi 9C is rumored to exist in two versions. One is said to feature an NFC chip and the other one lacks support for it. The Redmi 9C NFC edition may come with a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system whereas the non-NFC variant may have a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera system.

Both Redmi 9C variants are likely to be fueled by the Helio G35 SoC and 3 GB of RAM. The handset may come with a 64 GB built-in storage. it is not clear whether Malaysia will be receiving both variants of the Redmi 9C.

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There were speculations that Xiaomi would unveil the Redmi 9A alongside the Redmi 9 which was launched in China a few days back but that didn’t happen. That has left the rumour mill to continue buzzing regarding the next budget model expected from the Chinese tech giant. Details of the Redmi 9A has now appeared from an unexpected quarter- the Philippines.

A brochure containing the models Xiaomi will release between July and August 2020 reportedly found its way online. The brochure has the Redmi 9 and Redmi 9A listed as “Coming soon”. What is interesting about this leak is that the renders of the9A, as well as some key specifications, were listed.

From the listing, we can assume that the Redmi 9A will share a similar design with its predecessor – the Redmi 8A. The design includes a waterdrop notch at the front and at the rear, a centrally placed, vertically aligned module housing a single camera and flash.

The Redmi 9 features a Full HD+ display but the 9A is listed with a 6.53-inch HD+ display panel. The model will be powered by an unannounced MediaTek Helio G25 octa-core processor clocked at 2.0GHz. The memory options that would be available were not listed. However, other details listed include a 5,000mAh battery, a 5MP front camera for selfies and a 13MP sensor at the rear. The listed specs mean the Redmi 9A will be way cheaper than the Redmi 9.

We still don’t know when the Redmi 9A will be launched but we expect that to happen pretty soon. We’ll keep you updated as more details emerge.

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Xiaomi recently unveiled the Redmi 9 smartphone in markets like Spain, Malaysia, and China. The Redmi 9 handset is a part of a series that includes other devices such as Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9C NFC edition. There is no word yet on the arrival of the Redmi 9C models. However, the next Redmi 9 model to go official could be the Redmi 9A phone. Recently, the M2006C3LG Xiaomi phone was spotted at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). It is said to be the Redmi 9A phone. A variant of the same smartphone has bagged approval from the 3C authority of China.

The 3C listing of the M2006C3LC Xiaomi Redmi 9A reveals that it is a 4G phone. The handset may ship with an MDY-09-EK charger that supports 10W charging.

The predecessor Redmi 8A came with a big battery of 5,000mAh battery and its retail package included a 10W charger. However, the phone carried support for 18W fast charging through USB-C. Hence, there is a possibility that the Redmi 9A’s retail box may include a 10W charger, but the device may arrive with 18W rapid charging support.

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Redmi 9A Specifications (Rumored)

A recent leak revealed that the Redmi 9A will be coming with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display. It could be featuring a waterdrop notch. The screen is likely to deliver HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels resolution. It may come with a front camera of 5-megapixel.

The rear side of the Redmi 9A may feature a 13-megapixel main camera. The Helio G25 SoC may power the device with 3 GB of RAM. The phone is expected to offer users with 32 GB of internal storage. It is likely to house a 5,000mAh battery that can be charged through USB-C. It may come with other features like a rear-facing fingerprint reader, IR blaster, and infrared blaster. The handset could be priced around 100 euros (~$112) to 120 euros (~$135).

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Yesterday, Redmi confirmed that it will be starting with the pre-sales of the Redmi 9 smartphone in China on June 24. While the international model of the Redmi 9 comes in 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, its Chinese variant is expected to arrive with 4 GB / 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB of storage. According to Indian tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore, Redmi may also announce the Redmi 9A entry-level phone alongside the Redmi 9. Since the Redmi 9A will be positioned lower than the Redmi 9, it may come with a lesser amount of RAM and storage.

RUMOUR: Xiaomi might also announce the Redmi 9A on June 24 along with Redmi 9 in it's homeland.#Redmi9A #Redmi9series

— Sudhanshu (@Sudhanshu1414) June 22, 2020

At the end of the previous month, the same tipster had revealed the entire specs of the Redmi 9 series that includes Redmi 9A, Redmi 9 NFC edition, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9. There is no information on when the Redmi 9C models will be made official. The tipster had revealed that the Redmi 9A will come with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of built-in storage. It is likely to be priced around 100 euros to 120 euros.

The Redmi 9A is said to be powered by Helio G25 chipset that includes Mali-G31 graphics. It will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery. Hopefully, it will come with fast charging capabilities as it features a USB-C port.

The entry-level Redmi phone is expected to sport a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display that offers an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It may sport a front camera of 5-megapixel and a rear camera of 13-megapixel.

The Redmi 9A will boot to Android 10 OS that is overlaid with MIUI skin. Its other specs include microSD card slot, IR blaster, 3.5mm audio jack, and a rear-facing fingerprint sensor.

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Earlier this week, Xiaomi announced the Redmi 9 smartphone in Spain. Leaked information that surfaced earlier this month revealed that the Redmi 9 series includes Redmi 9, Redmi 9C NFC edition, Redmi 9C and Redmi 9A. Spain received only the Redmi 9 smartphone. Hence, rest of the Redmi 9 family members are yet to go official. Fresh information reveals that the Redmi 9A phone has bagged approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the U.S.

A Xiaomi phone with model number M2006C3LG that is believed to be the Redmi 9A phone has surfaced on FCC’s database. The phone is loaded with MIUI 12 and it carries support for 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The rated capacity of the phone’s battery is 4,990mAh and it supports 10W charging.

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The Redmi 9A is believed to be the weakest member in the Redmi 9 family. Leaked information that appeared at the beginning of this month revealed that the Redmi 9A supports HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. The handset is rumored to feature Helio A25 chipset and 3 GB of RAM.

It is likely to run on Android 10 and offer users with 32 GB of native storage. The device will be equipped with an external storage slot. It could be coming with a front camera of 5-megapixel and a single rear shooter of 13-megapixel. It may come with a rear-mounted fingerprint reader. It could be priced between 100 euros and 120 euros in Europe.

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GizmoChina carried an exclusive leak yesterday that revealed the pricing, variants, and color editions of the Redmi 9. While Xiaomi is still silent on the arrival of the Redmi 9 series, leakster Sudhanshu Ambhore who had recently shared the specs sheet of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C NFC edition, Redmi 9C and Redmi 9 has now claimed that the Redmi 9 series scheduled to go official in the coming week. The Redmi 9 is now listed on the Lazada retailer site in the Philippines with full specs, pricing, and images.

Redmi 9 specifications

The Xiaomi Redmi 9 has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel with Dot Drop notch. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. It protects the eyes of the users from harmful blue light.

The MediaTek Helio G80 chipset with LPDDR4x RAM powers the smartphone. The handset comes with eMMC 5.1 storage. It draws power from a 5,020mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging through USB-C.

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There is a unique circle decoration for the AI quad-camera on the back panel of the Redmi 9. It consists of a 13-megapixel wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens with 118-degree field-of-view, a 5-megapixel macro lens with f/2.4 aperture and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture. The front side of the phone features an 8-megapixel selfie camera.

Some of the other features of the Redmi 9 include Android 10 OS with MIUI 11, dual-SIM slot, microSD card slot, Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, 4G VoLTE, GPS, IR blaster, rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, AI face unlock noise-canceling microphones and 3.5mm audio jack. The handset measures 163.32 x 77.01 x 91mm and it weighs 198 grams. The back panel of the phone has a textured design that does not attract fingerprint marks.

Redmi 9 Pricing

The 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage of the Redmi 9 are priced at 6,990 Peso (~$324) and 7,490 Peso (~$347), respectively on Lazada. Grey, Purple, and Green are three color variants of the Redmi 9.

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Xiaomi is expected to announce the budget-friendly Redmi 9 series by the end of this month in multiple markets including Vietnam, China, and India. A recent leak revealed that the company may unveil the Redmi 9 series on June 25 in Vietnam. However, there is no confirmation yet from the Chinese brand. Weeks ahead of the launch, the rumor mill has revealed the key specs of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9 smartphones. A live shot of the alleged Redmi 9 smartphone has appeared on SlashLeaks to reveal its two color variants.

Among the Redmi 9 series, only the Redmi 9 phone is expected to arrive with quad cameras. Hence, it appears the handset shown in the live shot seems to be the Redmi 9 phone. It appears to be equipped with a polycarbonate rear. The phone looks attractive in teal and violet colors. It is likely to arrive in other color options.

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Redmi 9 specifications (Rumored)

The Redmi 9 has a 6.5-inch LCD panel with top-center positioned punch-hole. It is expected to produce a Full HD+ resolution. The Helio G80 octa-core processor is said to power the phone with up to 4 GB of RAM. Contradictory reports have claimed that it is fueled by Helio G70.

The smartphone may ship with up to 64 GB of storage. The phone could be housing a 5,000mAh battery and an 18W fast charger could be present inside its retail box.

It has a front camera of 8-megapixel. The back panel of the phone has a 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad-camera system. A fingerprint reader is available on the rear side of the phone.

The Redmi 9 is likely to arrive in two options such as 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage and 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. It could be costing under $150 in Vietnam.

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Last month, the upcoming Redmi 9 smartphone was spotted at the database of the Bluetooth SIG certification platform. A fresh leak shared by Indian tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has revealed the entire specifications and pricing of the Redmi 9 series. The leak mentions that the lineup includes four devices such as Redmi 9, Redmi 9C with NFC, Redmi 9C without NFC, and Redmi 9A.

Redmi 9, 9C, 9A specifications (Rumored)

The Redmi 9 models have 6.53-inch IPS LCD panels. Except for the Redmi 9 smartphone that supports full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, its other variants such as Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C support HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.

The Redmi 9A is the weakest phone in the Redmi 9 series as it is driven by Helio A25 SoC. It has 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage.

The Redmi 9C is fueled by Helio G35 and 3 GB of RAM. It has 64 GB of storage. The Redmi 9 has Helio G70 onboard. It has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. All models have dual nano-SIM slot and support for a microSD card slot.

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The Redmi 9A has a 13-megapixel rear camera. The Redmi 9C NFC edition has a 13-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual camera setup on its rear whereas the non-NFC version has a 13-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel triple camera setup. The Redmi 9 has a 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel quad camera setup. All Redmi 9 phones have 5-megapixel front-facing cameras.

The Redmi 9 models are packed with 5,000mAh batteries. The leak does not mention whether there is support for fast charging. Because the Redmi 8 series came with 18W fast charging, it is likely the Redmi 9 phones will also offer users with rapid charging. The other common features that are available on all three models include fingerprint reader, accelerometer, gyroscope, light sensor, proximity sensor, USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack and infrared blaster. The Redmi 9A does not feature NFC and it is unclear whether Redmi 9 supports it.

Redmi 9, 9C and 9A pricing (Rumored)

The leak mentions the pricing range of the Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C, and Redmi 9 smartphones. In Europe, the Redmi 9A is expected to be priced between 100 euros and 120 euros. The Redmi 9C NFC and non-NFC versions are expected to cost between 130 euros and 150 euros. The Redmi 9 is likely to cost between 160 euros and 180 euros. The Redmi 9 series is likely to debut later this month.

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Fans of Redmi have been waiting for the launch of the first Redmi phone for 2020 and now they have a date to look forward to.

The official Twitter account for Redmi India has announced that its first launch is scheduled for February 11 at 12 noon (IST).

Gear up for the first #Redmi launch of 2020, launching on 11th Feb, 12 noon! #MorePowerToRedmi

Excited? Click here to get notified: https://t.co/Bf04XZt9Wc pic.twitter.com/tCiBlvOu6Z

— Redmi India (@RedmiIndia) February 6, 2020

The attached image teases the product that will launch is a smartphone and it will have dual rear cameras, but that is not all. An event page set up by Redmi reveals more details about the device which we believe is the Redmi 9A.

The page confirms again that the phone will indeed have dual cameras for perfect portraits. The Redmi 8A that was announced in September 2019 has only one rear camera but its successor is getting an extra sensor which is definitely a depth sensor for better portraits. With this, the Redmi 9A should be able to go head-to-head with its closes competitor, the Realme C3 which launches today.

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Another key feature of the upcoming phone revealed on the site is its battery capacity which is 5000mAh. This is the same battery capacity as that of the Redmi 8A, so there is nothing to be excited about. We believe the Redmi 9A will also have support for 18W fast charging.

The Redmi 9A will have a polycarbonate body but the event page reveals it has a textured finish that will provide a strong grip. If you look closely at the image, you should see the long strip on the back of the Redmi 8A has been kept. The image also hints at the phone coming in blue.

The head of Xiaomi India, Manu Kumar Jain, also posted a tweet about the launch but his tweet revealed an important detail.

Brace yourselves for the first #Redmi launch of 2020, launching on 11th Feb, 12 noon! #MorePowerToRedmi

Not 1⃣ but 2⃣ amazing surprises are coming your way!

Excited for #DeshKaDumdaarSmartphone?
RT this & click here to get notified:https://t.co/diNs9KBh3i#Xiaomi pic.twitter.com/WD4vlSgwNs

— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) February 6, 2020

The launch will be for two products and not one. We are not sure what the second product is but the event page teases a new product category. What do you think this second product is? Another phone or something different entirely? Let us know what you think and also share your thoughts about the Redmi 9A launching just five months after its predecessor.

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