Xiaomi‘s new HyperOS update is coming soon to the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G model. This was confirmed by GSMChina, who found the HyperOS test build for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G in XIaomi’s internal server.

According to the source, the HyperOS builds for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G model have firmware version OS1.0.0.1.TGDMIXM and OS1.0.0.1.TGDEUXM. These builds are currently undergoing testing, suggesting an official rollout in the near future.

The HyperOS update for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G will be based on Android 13, as indicated by the code snippet “[codebase] => 13.0“. This aligns with Xiaomi’s typical software update policy for its budget Redmi Note series, which provides two years of major platform updates. 

Since the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G launched with Android 11, it has already received its two major upgrades up to Android 13. While this may be disappointing for some users, it’s still great to see Xiaomi offering the HyperOS update to the Redmi Note 11 series. 

GSMChina suggests that the update is expected to roll out in Q2 2024, with HyperOS Pilot Testers likely receiving it first. If you’re interested in getting the update early, you can apply to the HyperOS Pilot Tester program.

To recap, the Note 11 Pro boasts a vibrant 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and 1200 nits of brightness. Around the back, it has a 108MP quad-camera setup for capturing photos and videos. 

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 processor and comes with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, expandable via microSD. A hefty 5,000mAh battery with 67W fast charging keeps you going.

Likewise, it features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, dual speakers, and a headphone jack for an immersive experience. Additionally, it comes with IR blaster support.

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As an Android user, your overall software support user experience is not only determined by the amount of major Android OS updates, but also determined by the frequency of security updates.

As one of the world’s Top 3 leading smartphone brands, Xiaomi knows this fact as well, thus the smartphone manufacturer has started rolling out the May 2022 Android Security Patch to the global variants of their Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones.

Currently, several users have reported that their devices have received the May 2022 Security Update that was pushed OTA to their devices. We have compiled a list of the (global) Xiaomi devices that have received the security update so far, and it is as follows:

1. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
2. Poco X3 GT
3. Poco M3
4. Redmi Note 11
5. Redmi Note 11 NFC
6. Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G
7. Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G / Poco X4 Pro 5G

If you are the owner of any of these aforementioned Xiaomi devices above, you are highly recommended to download the May Android security update as soon as possible, as to safe keep yourself from the cyberattacks on the internet and to prevent your vulnerable data from leaking out to the greater Internet.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra was released last year as Xiaomi’s first-ever camera flagship that rivals the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and even the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Marching into June 2022, the device’s specs and camera performance still rival the flagships of even today. If you are interested in picking one up for yourself, the device is currently on Giztop with a limited time US$ 100 discount.

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Earlier this month, Redmi released the Redmi Note 11 Pro and Note 11 Pro+ smartphones in the Indian market. While the Note 11 Pro+ had already gone on sale last week, today, the vanilla Note 11 Pro is up for grabs. The smartphone comes with an OLED display, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a big battery. Let’s take a look at its pricing and offers.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Price, Offers, and Colors

Redmi Note 11 Pro is priced at Rs. 17,999(~$234) for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB of storage. The 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant can be picked up for Rs. 19,999(~$260). Buyers with HDFC bank cards can get Rs. 1,000 instant discounts on select variants.

The smartphone is available in No Cost EMI options and also has Exchange offers up to Rs. 15,000(~$197). It can be purchased from Amazon and Xiaomi’s official website.

The device comes in Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Sky Blue colors.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Specifications 

The Note 11 Pro is a 4G smartphone that comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The display has a 360Hz of touch sampling rate and 1200 nits of peak brightness. The screen has Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

It has a 108MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad-rear camera setup with the last two sensors for depth and macro shots. It has a 16MP selfie shooter at the front. The smartphone has a side-facing fingerprint scanner for security, dual stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Helio G96 SoC paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. The phone also has a microSD card slot for additional storage requirements. It packs a 5,000mAh battery and has 67W fast charging support. The device has IR blaster support and boots on Android 11 out of the box.

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Redmi recently launched the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G smartphones in India. The devices bring an impressive 6.67-inch Full HD+ OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, powerful SoCs, and 108-megapixel primary cameras. However, the devices are yet to go on sale in the country, and in this article, we’ll tell you when and where you can buy these smartphones.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, Note 11 Pro+ 5G pricing and availability

Here is the pricing and availability of the Redmi Note 11 Pro series:

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G

• 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 17,999
  
• 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 19,999
• Colors: Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Sky Blue

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

• 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 20,999
  
• 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 22,999
• 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage – Rs 24,999
• Colors: Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Mirage Blue

The Redmi Note 11 Pro series will be available for purchase through Amazon India, Mi India’s online store, Mi Store app, and authorized resellers. The first sale of the Note 11 Pro 4G will be carried out at 12 pm (local time) on March 23, whereas the Note 11 Pro 5G will go on sale for the first time at 12 pm (local time) on March 15. Like its predecessor, the smartphones will likely be sold through flash sales, so we advise readers to be prepared as the stock will likely run out in a few minutes.

Users of HDFC Banks will be able to avail an instant discount of Rs. 1,000 when making the purchase using the bank’s Credit or Debit Card. The discount will also be applicable when opting for EMI using these cards. Additionally, users of older Redmi devices can exchange their smartphones for an additional loyalty bonus of Rs. 2000 over the exchange price of your Redmi device. You can check out if your device qualifies for exchange by visiting the Amazon India landing page.

To know more about the specs and features of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, you can check out our launch coverage of the devices.

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Xiaomi’s Redmi has scheduled the launch of the Redmi Note 11 Pro series for March 9 in the Indian market. The series will be joining the two recently launched non-pro Note 10 phones — the Note 11 and Note 11S. Today, we’ll do a round-up of all the details learned so far about the upcoming Redmi Note 11 Pro series.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Series Rumor Roundup: What to Expect?

Design, Display, and Cameras

The Redmi Note 11 Pro series will comprise the Note 11 Pro 4G and Note 11 Pro+ 5G (rebranded Note 11 Pro 5G global). The duo is expected to come with a 6.67-inch FHD+ punch-hole AMOLED with a 120Hz refresh rate.

The smartphones will bring a sleek design and have a 16MP selfie camera on the front top. The Note Pro 4G will feature a quad-camera setup with a 108MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP depth lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. On the other hand, the Note Pro+ 5G will have a triple camera system with a 108MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide snapper, and a 2MP macro lens.

Hardware and Software

Under the hood, the Note 11 Pro 4G is said to come powered by the MediaTek Helio G96 SoC paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 internal storage. The Note 11 Pro+ 5G will have the Snapdragon 695 SoC, under the hood, paired with the same type of RAM and storage as on the Note 11 Pro 4G. Both will have a microSD card slot for additional storage.

The series will pack a 5,000mAh battery and will have support for 67W fast charging technology. For security, the series will have a side-facing fingerprint scanner. Both devices are expected to have dual-SIM support and IR Blaster support. Rumors reveal that the Note 11 Pro series for India won’t run on the latest Android 12 OS, rather it will boot on the Android 11 OS. There will be the MIUI 13 custom skin on top of it.

Pricing and Colors 

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and Note 11 Pro+ 5G are touted to come in different configurations. The Note 11 Pro 4G is said to start at Rs. 16,999(~$224) for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. It will be priced at Rs. 18,999(~$251) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The phone will have three colors — Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Sky Blue.

On the other hand, the Note 11 Pro+ 5G is rumored to cost Rs. 21,990(~$290) for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant and Rs. 23,999(~$317) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The phone will have Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Mirage Blur colors.

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Last week, we witnessed the launch of new models in one of the best-selling budget smartphone series worldwide. Further, we learned that the global smartphone market grew for the first time in four years. Then, out of nowhere, two brands released shameless iPhone clones. At the same time, another company launched a Galaxy S21 Ultra-lookalike phone. All this and more happened in the last few days. Let’s take a look at them one by one in no particular order.

Before proceeding, we would like to let you know that the top stories listed here are based on our opinion. As your choices may vary, we would like to know your picks in the comment section below.

Top Stories from Last Week

New Redmi Note 11 series for international markets

After debuting the Redmi Note 11 lineup in China in November, Xiaomi finally brought the family to international on January 26. However, the series for global markets include totally different devices, namely Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.

Out of these four, the Redmi Note 11S offers the best value for its asking price. Although it looks and has the same display as the vanilla model, its specs are more comparable to the Pros.

The entire series comes with features like a high-refresh display, dual stereo speakers, IR blaster, MUI 13, a 5,000mAh battery, and more. You can learn more about them by visiting this link.

Smartphone market observed multiple records

The global smartphone market grew for the first time in 2021 since 2017. Counterpoint Research revealed that the shipments reached 1.39 billion units by growing 4% YoY.

The Indian smartphone, in particular, grew 12%YoY last year by registering 162 million units in shipment. On the other hand, the Chinese market shipped 333 million units and incremented by only 1%.

Finally, pivoting to the budget segment at the right time (ahead of LG’s demise), OnePlus saw an insane 524% YoY growth in the US in Q4 2021.

iPhone clones from Gionee and Blackview

Gionee 13 Pro went official last week with an uncanny iPhone 13 resemblance and HarmonyOS. However, it has entry-level specs like an HD+ display (LCD) and a UNISOC T310 chipset. For just  ¥529 (483), it doesn’t sound like a bad deal after all.

At around the same time, Blackview A95 also got announced with an iPhone 13 Pro-like design. Its main highlights other than design include a MediaTek Helio P70 SoC, 6.5-inch HD+ display (LCD), and a 4,380mAh battery.

Face ID now works with a mask 

After two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, iPhones can be finally unlocked with masks on. However, this feature is currently only available in the beta channel. Also, it requires iPhone 12 or newer models.

Additionally, Apple is working on a new feature that will turn iPhones into POS machines. This feature will be reportedly useful for micro-merchants.

MediaTek Kompanio 1380 is a new chip for Chromebooks

MediaTek announced a new SoC called Komapnio 1380 for premium Chromebooks on January 26. This 6m chip arrives with an octa-core CPU consisting of four ARM Cortex-A78 cores clocked at up to 3GHz and a five-core ARM Mali-G57 GPU.

It supports up to 4K 60Hz display, AV1 decoding, WiFi 6//6E, and Bluetooth 5. The chipset will make its global debut inside the Acer Chromebook Spin 513, which is scheduled to hit the shelves in June.

HUAWEI P50 Pocket reaches global markets alongside HUAWEI P50 Pro

On January 26, Huawei announced the arrival of HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI P50 Pocket to multiple international markets like Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Europe, and South America.

The 4G-only premium handsets from the once world’s largest smartphone brand sport the same set of features as the variant sold in China, except for software. The global editions of these devices run EMUI 12 without GMS (Google Mobile Services) instead of HarmonyOS.

Despite their shortcomings in terms of software, Huawei is charging a whopping €1,199 for the HUAWEI P50 Pro (8GB + 256GB) and €1,299 for the HUAWEI P50 Pocket (8GB + 256GB). There’s also a Premium Edition of the latter phone with a unique design and 12GB + 512GB memory configuration for €1,599.

JioPhone 5G could be Jio’s first 5G smartphone

A report on January 25 disclosed that the Indian carrier Jio is working on its first 5G smartphone called JioPhone 5G. This device is expected to go official in June with much better specs than the poorly received JioPhone Next.

The handset is said to come with a 6.5-inch HD+ display (HD+), 13MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) dual camera setup, 8MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage, 5,000mAh battery, and 18W fast charging.

OnePlus phones might run H₂OOS in the near future

On January 27, popular Indian tech influencer Mukul Sharma tweeted that the unified operating system of OPPO and OnePlus could be called H₂OOS. Since his claim is based on a trademark filing by OnePlus, he could be wrong.

Anyway, the H₂OOS (Water OS) trademark is interesting as it combines the names of OxygenOS (O₂) and the discontinued HydrogenOS (H₂OS). The name has no mention of ColorOS, which the software will be actually based on.

Furthermore, a couple of days before this tweet, a tipster stated that the OnePlus 10 Ultra could debut in H2 2022 as the brand’s first superphone or ultra-premium smartphone. The device is said to house OPPO’s MariSilicon NPU.

HONOR to showcase new products at MWC 2022

HONOR has confirmed to attend MWC 2022. The company has scheduled a launch conference for February 28. The event will kickstart at 1 PM CET.

The brand is teasing the launch of the new Magic series with a quote ‘The Power of Magic’. Unfortunately, nothing is known about the upcoming lineup of handsets.

Micromax IN Note 2 and vivo Y75 5G  debut in India

Micromax launched the IN Note 2 on January 25 as the successor of IN Note 1 for ₹13,490 (4GB + 64GB). The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra-lookalike phone arrives with a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Helio G95 chipset, 48MP (wide) + 5MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, side-mounte fingerprint sensor, Android 11, 5,000mAh battery, and 30W fast charging.

Chinese handset maker vivo debuted a new budget 5G smartphone called vivo Y75 5G in India on January 27. For ₹21,990 (8GB  +128GB), the phone offers a 6.58-inch FHD+ display (LCD), MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, 50MP (wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Android 12, 5,000mAh battery, and 18W fast charging.

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Xiaomi officially unveiled the global Redmi Note 11 series recently. The lineup includes two Pro models, namely Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. Here in this article, we compare the specifications of these two smartphones in detail. The post will give you an idea of how they differ from each other.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G vs Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Build and Design

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G feature an identical design, dimensions, and weight. They measure 164.19 x 76.1 x 8.12mm in dimensions and weigh 202g. They sport a flat frame and a rectangular camera island on the rear.

The phones not only use a glass panel on the back but are also IP53-rated for dust and splash resistance. They come in two common colors (Graphite Gray, Polar White) and one exclusive color (4G – Star Blue, 5G – Atlantic Blue).

Display

Both the devices sport the same 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), 395 PPI, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 360Hz touch sampling rate. The screen supports DCI-P3 color gamut, 4,500,000:1 contrast ratio, 700 nits typical brightness, and up to 1200 nits peak brightness.

The panel has a centered punch-hole and is compatible with MIUI’s Sunlight Display and Reading Mode 3.0

Chipset, RAM, and Storage

A MediaTek Helio G96 SoC runs the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, and therefore, it is limited to 4G connectivity. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC with support for 5G connectivity.

But both of them have the matching LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. In fact, they also arrive in identical memory configurations, like 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 128GB.

Cameras

First and foremost, the duo nests a 16MP selfie camera inside the punch-hole on the front. Secondly, the 5G model has a triple camera setup on the rear instead of quad like the 4G version.

The only difference is that the Remi Note 11 Pro 5G lacks the fourth 2MP depth sensor, which is found on the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G. Other than that, both have a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro snapper.

Connectivity and Ports

As their names suggest, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G only supports 4G, while the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G can connect to a 5G network. They feature a dual-SIM card slot, however, it is of the hybrid type.

Further, the duo arrives with dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO), and NFC (market dependent).

Finally, they have a 3.5mm headphone jack, in addition to a USB Type-C port.

Software

Weirdly, despite releasing in 2022, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and the Remi Note 11 Pro 5G ship with Android 11 out of the box. Thankfully, they at least come with the latest MIUI 13.

Battery and Charging

Both the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G and the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G get their juice from a 5,000mAh battery. This huge cell can be filled in under an hour as it supports 67W fast charging. The required power adapter is bundled with the handsets.

Miscellaneous

The smartphones come with all the essential sensors like an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass, proximity sensor, gyroscope, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

They also arrive with an IR blaster, dual stereo speakers,  a z-axis linear vibration motor, and liquid cooling technology for thermal management.

Price

The international Redmi Note 11 Pro series carry the following price tags.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G

• 6GB + 64GB – $299
• 6GB + 128GB – $329
• 8GB + 128GB – $349

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

• 6GB + 64GB – $329
• 6GB + 128GB – $349
• 8GB + 128GB – $379

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Recently, Xiaomi took the wraps off the international Redmi Note 11 series. The lineup consists of four models. However, we only found one of them to be the best deal of all. We are talking about the Redmi Note 11S here. This phone bridges the gap between the Redmi Note 11 and the Redmi Note 11 Pro with a balanced set of features, which makes it an irresistible offering from Xiaomi.

Here in this opinion piece, we explain why we feel that most people should opt for the Redmi Note 11S instead of the Redmi Note 11 Pro, especially the 4G variant.

Almost the Same Inside Out

The Redmi Note 11 series brings a new design to Xiaomi’s best-selling smartphone lineup worldwide. The phones now have a flat frame like the newer iPhones. 

However, the one on the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G/5G is more pronounced than on the Redmi Note 10/10S. Because the latter two handsets have a curved rear panel instead of flat like the former models.

But the Pros are longer, thicker, and heavier. They even have a larger and better display. More on that later.

Like the previous generation, all four devices arrive with dual stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a z-axis linear vibration motor, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and NFC (market dependent). 

Interestingly, all of them are backed by an identical 5,000mAh battery. They also feature the same LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage.

Is the Pro really a PRO?

Pro in the consumer electronics market means better. But it does not say how much better. This is where the problem lies. Neither everyone requires a Pro model, nor every Pro variant offers better value than the vanilla version.

Unfortunately, both the above-mentioned attributes are applicable to the Redmi Note 11 series. This isn’t the case with the previous generation. The Redmi Note 10 Pro (aka Redmi Note 10 Pro Max) offers much more than the lower variants for the asking price.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro duo only offers upgrades in very few categories. As mentioned earlier, the Pros flaunt a larger and better display. They sport a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,200 nits peak brightness. On the other hand, the vanilla and S versions come with a smaller 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness.

Further, the Pros support 67W fast charging as opposed to 33W fast charging on the other two. Additionally, the Pro 5G has a better and faster Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset.

Apart from the aforementioned features, the Pros literally don’t offer anything else. The Pro 4G in particular has the exact same MediaTek Helio G96 chip as the S.

What’s more bizarre is that all four phones sport the same 8MP ultra-wide camera and 2MP macro camera. Except for vanilla, the remaining three also come with an identical 108MP primary camera. Finally, for some reason, the Pros don’t include the well-received telemacro camera from their predecessors.

The True Champion

We found the Redmi Note 10S to be an unnecessary offering in the Redmi Note 10 series. Because just by spending a bit more, one could get the Redmi Note 10 Pro with a better set of features.

Interestingly, the tables have turned for the Redmi Note 11 series. For this generation, we think the Redmi Note 11S offers better value than the Redmi Note 11 Pro. When compared to their predecessors, Xiaomi has improved the former, while at the same time, it sort of downgraded the latter.

As a result, we crown the Redmi Note 11S as the true champion of its family. Having said that, unlike the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is still worth considering if you live somewhere with good 5G coverage.

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Xiaomi’s Redmi is all set to launch the Redmi Note 11 series in the global markets. The launch is scheduled for January 26 and we are expected to see up to five models, the Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, Note 11 Pro 4G, Note 11 Pro 5G, Note 11 Pro+ 5G. Now, the specs for the Note 11 Pro 4G have been leaked by the popular tipster Yogesh Brar.

Interestingly, the 4G model has a similar specs sheet as the Note 11 5G, with major differences only in the chipset.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G will come with a 6.6-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED panel. It will be a 120Hz refresh rate screen. The phone will be equipped with a quad-camera lens. It will have a 108MP primary lens, an 8MP secondary sensor, and two 2MP sensors. Upfront, the handset will have a 16MP selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the Note Pro 11 4G will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G96 SoC. It will be paired with 6GB, 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and 64GB, 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery and supports 67W fast charging technology. As for the software, the smartphone will run on the latest MIUI 13 on top of the Android 11 operating system.

In related news, its sibling, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G will feature the same display and house the same battery. However, the Pro 5G will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 SoC. It will feature a 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera system instead of the 108MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP on the Pro 4G.

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Xiaomi has scheduled a global launch event for January 26. The company has confirmed to debut the Redmi Note 11 series at this conference. MIUI 13 could also get announced at this event. Ahead of that, names and codenames of the possible models in the Redmi Note 11 family emerge on the internet.

According to Xiaomiui, the Redmi Note 11 series for international markets will include a total of 5 smartphones. They are listed below along with their codenames.

• Redmi Note 11

  • Spes – India (No NFC)
  • Spesn – Global (NFC)

• Redmi Note 11S

  • Miel

• Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G

  • Vida – India
  • Viva – Global

• Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

  • Veux

• Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

  • Pissaropro – China and other markets (excluding India)

The ‘Global’ in the above list denotes international markets other than India. Further, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G has already been released in India as Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge. 

Finally, the availability of Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is not known. However, we know that at least the former will make its way to India as the company has started teasing it.

As we are still days away from the Xiaomi conference,  we expect to learn more about the aforementioned phones in the coming days.

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