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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Sometime last week, Xiaomi Global announced an event scheduled for March 29. As scheduled, the tech giant has announced the 5G versions of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+, Redmi Note 11S, and Redmi 10.

Redmi 10 5G

The Redmi 10 5G is the first Redmi entry-level series model outside the Note series to come with 5G connectivity. This model will give 5G access to more consumers as a result of its affordability as it starts at $199.

The Redmi 10 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor which has an octa-core CPU clocked at up to 2.2GHz. The phone supports a dual 5G SIM designed to deliver top-notch performance. The processor pairs with 4GB RAM and has 64GB and 128GB storage options.

The budget smartphone sports a 6.58-inch Dot Drop display with an FHD+ resolution of 2408×1080 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phone crams a 5000mAh battery under the hood while for photography, there is a 50MP+2MP dual camera setup on board.

The Redmi 10 5G is available in 4GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB variants. The 4GB+64GB variant starts at $199 while the 4GB+128GB variant will retail for $229.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

While the Redmi 10 5G offers the cheapest option, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G is the star of the trio. The phone features support for 120W Xiaomi HyperCharge which is touted to deliver 0-100% charge to its 4500mAh battery in just 15 minutes. The device has obtained TÜV Rheinland’s Safe Fast-Charge System certification and comes with over 40 safety features.

As for the camera, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G packs an ultra-clear 108MP Samsung HM2 main camera paired with an 8MP ultra-wide sensor and a 2MP telemacro camera.

The Note 11 Pro+ 5G retains the 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay, with a 120Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate that is utilized on the 4G version. The Note 11 Pro+ is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G will be available in three variants – 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB. As for the price, the 6GB+128GB variant is priced at $369, while the 8GB+128GB is priced at $399 and the 8GB+256GB variant is priced at $449.

Redmi Note 11S 5G

The Redmi Note 11S 5G is powered by the power-efficient MediaTek Dimensity 810 6nm processor as against an Helio G96 chipset on the 4G variant. The device features support for dual 5G SIM. It packs a large 5,000mAh battery which guarantees an extended usage time.

In terms of the camera, the Redmi Note 11S 5G features a 50MP AI triple camera. The other sensors include an 8MP ultra-wide and a 2MP macro lens.

As for the price, the Redmi Note 11S 5G 4GB+64GB variant is priced at $249, while the 4GB+128GB version is priced at $279. Finally, the 6GB+128GB comes in at $299.

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Last week, Redmi, the sub-brand of Xiaomi, had three launch events in different markets. The biggest one was in China where the company unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, a premium laptop, and its largest TV yet. It also held events in Indonesia and India to debut certain phones, which had already gone official in certain regions earlier.

Let’s take a look at all of these products in our new weekly roundup. After you go through them, then do let us know your favorites in the comment at the end of the post.

Redmi Launches From Last Week

Indonesia – Redmi Note 11 Series

The first Redmi launch event of last week was held in Indonesia. The brand debuted the Redmi Note 11 series at this conference. The company announced three models for the country, namely Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. The Redmi Note 11S was absent at this event. Perhaps, it will be introduced later in the region.

The three devices that got unveiled are the same as the phones sold in Europe. Hence, there’s no change in specifications. The vanilla and Pro models come in two memory configurations, while the Pro 5G is limited to a single variant.

As far as pricing is concerned, the Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G start at Rp 2,499,000 ($175), Rp 3,499,000 ($245), and Rp 4,199,000 ($294) respectively in Indonesia.

India – Redmi 10

The second Redmi event was for India at which the brand took wraps off the Redmi 10. This Redmi 10 is different than the Redmi 10 and Redmi 10 2022 sold in other international markets.

The device comes with a 6.71-inch FHD+ display (LCD), Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 SoC, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, 50MP (wide) + 2MP (depth) dual-camera system, 5MP selfie camera, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, MIUI 13 based on Android 11, 6,000mAh battery, and 18W fast charging. 

The Redmi 10 costs ₹10,999 and ₹12,999 for 4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB memory variants respectively.

China – Redmi K50 Series

The third and the last Redmi event of last week took place in China. The main highlight of the conference was the Redmi K50 series. The lineup includes two models — Redmi K50 and Redmi K50 Pro.

The Redmi K50 duo features a 6.67-inch QHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, MIUI 13 based on Android 12, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage. 8MP ultra-wide camera, 2MP macro camera, 20MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, and side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The vanilla Redmi K50 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC and gets its juice from a 5,500mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging. It has a 48MP main camera with OIS. On the other hand, the Redmi K50 Pro is backed by a smaller 5,000mAh battery but supports 120W fast charging. It also sports a more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset and an OIS-enabled 108MP primary camera.

The Redmi K50 starts at  ¥2,399 ($378), while the Redmi K50 Pro begins at ¥2,999 ($472).

China – Redmi K40S

Redmi also announced the Redmi K40S alongside the Redmi K50 series. It features a similar design language but the specs are near identical to that of Redmi K40.

This handset arrives with a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chip, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, MIUI 13 based on Android 12, 48MP (wide, OIS) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (triple) camera setup, 20MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 4,500mAh battery, and 67W fast charging.

The Redmi K40 starts at ¥1,999 ($315) in China for the base 8GB +128GB memory variant.

China – RedmiBook Pro 15 2022

At the Redmi K50 family launch event, Redmi also debuted the RedmiBook Pro 15 2022 premium laptop. It is the successor of the RedmiBook Pro 15 2021.

It offers an aluminum-alloy body, 15.6-inch 3.2K 90Hz display, backlit keyboard, fingerprint sensor, dual speakers, 720p webcam, Microsoft Windows 11, and 72 Wh battery. It comes in multiple variants powered by up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 GPU.

The RedmiBook Pro 2022 starts at ¥5,599 ($881) and goes all the way up to ¥7,499 ($1,180).

China – Redmi Smart TV MAX 100-inch

The Redmi K50 series conference also witnessed the launch of the largest Redmi television to date — Redmi Smart TV MAX 100-inch. The humongous TV costs ¥19,999 ($3,147).

The television arrives with a 100-inch 4K canvas, 120Hz refresh rate, multi-zone backlight system, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, 10-bit color depth, MEMC, AMD FreeSync, metal frame, and metal stands.

Other features include ARM Cortex-A73 quad-core CPU, ARM Mali-G52 MC1 GPU, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, MIUI TV, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x HDMI 2.0, 2 x USB, AV, Ethernet, S/PDIF, Antenna, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, 2 x 15W speakers (30W), Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, DTS-HD, far-field microphones, and Xiao AI virtual assistant.

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Xiaomi unveiled the international Redmi Note 11 series at the end of January. Since then, the company has been bringing these smartphones to different markets across the globe. The latest country to receive them is Indonesia.

Yesterday (March 15), Xiaomi finally launched the Redmi Note 11 series in Indonesia. The firm has initially brought three models to the region, namely Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.

These are exactly the same phones that are sold in Europe and other global markets. Hence, they feature an identical set of features, including NFC for contactless payments.

As far as pricing is concerned, the Redmi Note 11 series will retail at the following price tags in Indonesia.

Redmi Note 11

• 4GB + 128GB – Rp 2,499,000 ($175)
• 6GB + 128GB – Rp 2,799,000 ($196)

Redmi Note 11 Pro

• 6GB + 128GB – Rp 3,499,000 ($245)
• 8GB + 128GB – Rp 3,799,000 ($266)

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

• 8GB + 128GB – Rp 4,199,000 ($294)

The Redmi Note 11 is already up for pre-order until March 21 with offers like a free pair of Redmi Buds 3 Lite truly wireless earphones and a one-time free screen replacement on accidental damage.

On the other hand, the Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G are scheduled to go on sale for the first time on March 30.

Interestingly, Xiaomi did not launch the Redmi Note 11S in Indonesia. Since its predecessor Redmi Note 10S was released last year, it could also make its debut later.

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Last week, Redmi launched the much-awaited smartphone series in the Indian market – the Redmi Note 11 Pro Series. The series comprises the Note 11 Pro 4G and Note 11 Pro+ 5G, both offering a 120Hz OLED panel, 108MP cameras, and a big battery. Starting today, the Note Pro+ model has gone on sale in the Indian market.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G Price, Colors, Availability 

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G has gone on sale in the country at 12 PM today. It can be purchased from Amazon and Mi.com in different RAM and storage configurations. The device has a 6GB + 128GB variant priced at Rs. 20,999(~$275), 8GB + 128GB variant that costs Rs. 21,999(~$300), and lastly the 8GB + 256GB variant priced at Rs. 24,999(~$327). The smartphone has three colors to choose from – Stealth Black, Phantom White, and Mirage Blue.

Buyers with HDFC bank credit cards can get Rs. 1,000 instant discount. There are also some enticing exchange offers for the existing Redmi phone users.

In case you are looking for the Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, then its first sale is scheduled for March 23 at 12 PM.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G Specifications 

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G sports a 6.67-inch OLED display with a Full-HD+ resolution. It has a 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits of peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

The device has a 16MP selfie camera placed at the top center in the punch-hole. It equips a triple camera system with a 108MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP macro unit. The device has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security and features IR blaster support.

At the helm, the phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G SoC paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The phone has a hybrid microSD card slot for additional storage needs. It houses a 5,000mAh battery with a 67W fast charging support. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a USB Type-C port. The phone runs on the latest Android 11 OS and has MIUI 13 on top of it.

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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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Earlier this month, Xiaomi had launched the highly anticipated Redmi Note 11 series. And now, the company is gearing up to launch the Pro lineup of Note 11, which may launch sometime next month.

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The new Note 11 Pro 4G and Note 11 Pro 5G from the Chinese tech giant were teased by Manu Kuman Jain, the company’s Global Vice President on Twitter. The official even shared a short video teaser as well, which offered us a hint about the upcoming Note 11 Pro series launch. For those unaware, the brand has already launched the Note 11 Pro and Note 11 Pro 5G for the global market.

Previously, we had reported on a tipster stating that the lineup will be launching in India in the first half of March 2022. So, the teaser arrives as no surprise as the announcement is just around the corner. Talking about the smartphones itself, both models feature a 6.67 inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Although, the 4G model features MediaTek’s Helio G96 processor while the 5G enabled variant sports the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC.

Meanwhile other features remain mostly the same, with both smartphone being powered by a large 5,000mAh battery pack that supports 67W fast charging and run Android 11 out of the box. For photography, the Redmi Note 11 Pro series has a triple camera setup on the rear with a 108 megapixel primary sensor, 8 megapixel ultra wide angle lens, and a 2 megapixel macro shooter as well. Meanwhile, the front houses a 16 megapixel selfie shooter.

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Recently, Redmi announced the Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, Note 11 Pro 4G, and Note 11 Pro 5G in the global markets. Among these, India has received the Note 11 and Note 11S smartphones. The company is likely to launch the Note 11 Pro models in India to rival the Realme 9 Pro 5G and Realme 9 Pro+ 5G. Xiaomiui has tipped key information about the upcoming Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G handset that will be heading soon to India.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G that debuted in global markets recently is codenamed as “peux,” but its ROM codename is “veux.” As can be seen in the screenshot of the Mi code shared by Xiaomiui, the device with the “peux_in” codename will be arriving in India with the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G. Hence, it is likely that the global Redmi Note 11 Pro will be releasing in India with the Note 11 Pro+ 5G name.

The POCO X4 Pro 5G will also be a rebranded version of the global Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. The only noticeable difference will be that the X4 Pro will be equipped with a 64-megapixel main camera instead of the 108-megapixel camera.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G specifications (rumored)

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G for India may come with a 6.6-inch S-AMOLED display that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz display. The Snapdragon 695 chip may power the device with up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

The device may come with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging. It has a 16-megapixel selfie camera and a 108-megapixel (primary) + 8-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) triple camera system. It may come with Android 11 OS and MIUI 13 and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

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Recently, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 11 series for international markets. The lineup includes two Pro models, namely Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. The duo shares almost everything, except for the chip which determines their support for 5G connectivity.

On the other hand, the last year’s international Redmi Note 10 series consists of a single Pro model in just about all markets, except for India. The Redmi Note 10 Pro is known as Redmi Note 10 Pro Max in India. Because the country has an exclusive Redmi Note 10 Pro with a 64MP primary camera instead of a 108MP sensor.

With that out of the way, are the latest Redmi Note 11 Pro smartphones better than the Redmi Note 10 Pro models? We find out the answer to the question in this article.

New design but sidegraded features

The Redmi Note 11 Pro arrives with a different design. The device features a flat frame, however, the material still remains plastic. It retains the rear glass panel and they now flaunt new colors like Atlantic Blue, Polar White, and Graphite Gray. The first hue, in particular, is unique as it mimics water waves.

Whereas, the Redmi Note 10 Pro flaunts the regular curved rear glass design. It comes in classy colors, such as Onyx Gray, Glacier Blue, and Gradient Bronze.

Coming to specs, the two handsets primarily differ only in terms of chipset, camera system, and charging speed. The last-gen model has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G SoC, a 5MP telemacro camera with autofocus, and 33W fast charging support. While the latest-gen phone houses a Mediatek Helio G96 (4G variant)/Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (5G variant) chipset, a 2MP macro camera, and supports 67W fast charging.

Apart from the aforementioned dissimilarities, the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro are basically similar. They sport a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, LPDDR4x RAM,  UFS 2.2 storage, 108MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide shooter, 16MP selfie snapper, dual stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MicroSD card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB Type-C port.

Both run Android 11, however, the newer smartphone comes with MIUI 13. Finally, the battery capacity is nearly identical – 5,000mAh (new) vs 5,020mAh (old).

Is 5G worth it?

The only big upgrade in the Redmi Note 11 Pro is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chip. The silicon not only enables 5G connectivity but also offers better performance. 

The latter is useful for any user. Whereas, 5G is not meant for everyone. Most people still don’t have access to the latest cell network.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is only recommended for those who are in the vicinity where 5G is the norm. You may wonder what about performance? We have an answer for that too.

The device starts at $329 for 6GB + 64GB. The base variant’s storage is low for today’s standard. So most people would buy the 128GB version, which arrives with either 6GB ($349) or 8GB RAM($379). At this price, if one really cares about performance, then they may be better off with the POCO F3, which costs around the same and also offers 5G.

Old is gold

Considering the above-listed factors, the year-old Redmi Note 10 Pro still sounds like a good deal. It can still take on the Redmi Note 11 Pro. You get the almost same experience for way less price.

Usually, new phones are better than their older counterparts. However, once in a while, due to minute upgrades, the older handsets offer better value for the price tag on them.

Xiaomi set the bar very high with the Redmi Note 10 series. It was expected for the company to face difficulties in upping its game in the next generation. Perhaps, the Redmi Note 12 Pro may arrive as a better successor than the Redmi Note 11 Pro.

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Yesterday, out of nowhere, details about an interesting OnePlus-branded budget smartphone emerged on the internet. The device, which is said to go official as OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite is tipped to pack features that were never heard of on affordable OnePlus phones to date. If the leak is to be believed, the handset will likely compete with the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which is already facing competition from its siblings.

Introduction

Last week, Xiaomi took the wraps off the international Redmi Note 11 series consisting of four devices. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is the topmost model with all the bells and whistles, however, it is not as value for money as the Redmi Note 11S or even the last year’s Redmi Note 10 Pro (aka Redmi Note 10 Pro Max).

To make the situation even worse, the phone is about to get two competitors from the Oujia group (OPLUS) – Realme 9 Pro+ and OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite. 

We already know about the former, and given the features it will come with, the handset will likely be more expensive than the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. Hence, the proper competitor could be the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite instead.

OnePlus has been long rumored to release the OnePlus Nord CE 2. But no one expected a lite variant of this device, which sounds more promising for markets like India.

Redmi Note 10 Pro can still take on Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is not as interesting as its predecessor Redmi Note 10 Pro. Because the latter had already set the bar for budget smartphones last year. The newer handset is merely an iterative model.   

Anyway, it still arrives with some upgraded features like 67W fast charging, 5G connectivity via Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, liquid cooling technology, and MIUI 13 out of the box.

The phone also sports a flat frame design and comes in a unique colorway called Atlantic Blue that mimics water waves.  But it lacks one of the best features of its forerunner – a 5MP telemacro camera with autofocus.

If you look at this smartphone discretely, it still sounds like a good deal. However, when you start comparing it with its predecessor, you may find the older handset a better deal as it is not only cheaper but offers the almost same experience.

Anyhoo, Xiaomi is known for discontinuing the older phone with the release of their successor. So it may soon become difficult to get hands on the Redmi Note 10 Pro.

The new kid on the block – OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite

Unlike the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite is yet to release, and therefore, it will be on the market for months to come. We believe that it will act as the true competitor of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.

Because the new Nord is anticipated to arrive with some compelling features for the first time on an affordable OnePlus-branded smartphone. First and foremost, it will have the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset as the Redmi device.

Further, it will ship with Android 12-based OxygenOS 12 instead of MIUI 13 based on Android 11 like the Redmi. However, though it will have an identical 5,000mAh battery, it will only support 33W fast charging.

Another con is that there will be no ultra-wide camera on the OnePlus. It will feature a 64MP triple camera setup comprising two useless 2MP sensors and a 16MP selfie camera.

Finally, it will sport a 6.59-inch ‘fluid’ (high refresh rate) display with an FHD resolution. The type of panel is a mystery for now. Hence, we cannot rule out the possibility of LCD though the vanilla OnePlus Nord CE 2 is said to come with an AMOLED screen.

When you compare the raw specs of the Redmi Note 11 Pro and the OnePlus Nord 2 CE, the former is definitely better. But there’s more to a product than its specifications.

Brand power plays a key role

Unlike Redmi, OnePlus is considered a reputed brand by the general public in most markets. Because the former is still associated with affordable smartphones. On the other hand, the latter started its journey as a flagship killer and made a name for itself in the premium segment, especially in India.

And above all, OnePlus’ marketing prowess is much better than Xiaomi. This has helped OnePlus to increase its market share with mid-range Nord handsets even though there are phones with better specs in the same price bracket.

Contemplating all these facts, we think that the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will be the true competitor of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G whenever it releases.

Having said that, this is just an opinion from our end. What are your thoughts on these two devices? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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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 has officially taken the wraps off the Redmi Note 11 series for its teeming fans around the globe. The global variant of the series is made up of the vanilla Note 11, the Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G.

The Redmi Note 11 series was initially announced for the Chinese market in October 2021. The China variant is made up of three models namely the Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and the Redmi Note 11 Pro+. The Pro+ is missing from the global lineup while the Note 11 Pro is available in 4G and 5G versions and there is a new Redmi Note 11S model.

The series brings a decent specs lineup to the premium mid-range segment including upgrades in the camera aspect, display, processor, and charging speed. The trio of REdmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11S pack a 108MP main sensor a piece that is engineered to give users an unforgettable camera experience. The sensor is a Samsung HM2 sensor with a large 1/1.52″ sensor size. The camera also utilizes the 9-in-1 pixel binning technology as well as dual native ISO to deliver incredible images with a higher dynamic range and color performance. This ensures you get a vivid shot even in low-light conditions.

The vanilla Redmi Note 11 comes with a 50MP main sensor. However, it shares the same secondary sensors with the rest of the lineup which includes an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with a 118-degree viewing angle, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth camera.

For selfies, there is a 16MP selfie sensor onboard the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro and Redmi Note 11S while the vanilla model has a 13MP selfie camera.

The top-end Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Note 11 Pro both feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED DotDisplay with FHD+ resolution and support for a 120Hz screen refresh rate as well as a touch sampling rate up to 360Hz. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 pack a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay with support for a 90Hz screen refresh rate.

The Redmi Note 11 models equally come with dual super linear speakers located at the top and bottom of the phones bringing a complete entertainment experience with immersive stereo sound for gaming or watching videos.

In terms of the processor, the 5G variant of the Redmi Note 11 Pro is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC while the non-5G Redmi Note 11 Pro is fired up by a MediaTek Helio G96 Soc alongside the Redmi Note 11S. The vanilla Note 11 is powered by a Snapdragon 680 chip.

All four models get their juice from a 5,000mAh large-capacity battery. The Pro models come with the flagship-level 67W turbocharging which is touted to deliver up to 5% charge in just 15 minutes. The Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 feature 33W Pro fast charging and it can go from zero to full charge in just an hour.

Redmi Note 11 Series Pricing & Availability

Here are the prices of the different models:

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

• 6GB+64GB: USD 329
• 6GB+128GB: USD 349
• 8GB+128GB: USD 379

Redmi Note 11 Pro

• 6GB+64GB: USD 299
• 6GB+128GB: USD 329
• 8GB+128GB: USD 349

Redmi Note 11S

• 6GB+64GB: USD 249
• 6GB+128GB: USD 279
• 8GB+128GB: USD 299

Redmi Note 11 

• 4GB+64GB: USD 179
• 4GB+128GB: USD 199
• 6GB+128GB: USD 229

The vanilla Redmi Note 11 and the Note 11S are billed to go on sale this January while the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro will be available starting from February 2022.

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The Redmi Note 11 series was first unveiled in China back in October 2021 and it’s now finally on its way to the global market, although the global variants will have almost nothing in common with their Chinese counterparts. Sure, they carry the same name and their designs are quite comparable but the specifications seem to be differing greatly as well as the pricing.

The global Redmi Note 11 series is comprised of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Note 11 Pro, and Note 11, and below is their quick roundup to help you decide your pick from the trio.

Let’s start off with the priciest among the three. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, just like its name implies, will be the sole 5G-supporting Note 11 model. The 5G bit has been made possible by the Snapdragon 690 5G chipset. Supporting the chip will be RAM/storage in 6GB/64GB, 6GB/128GB, 8GB/128GB configs. The display has been sized 6.6-inch and is an FHD+ AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of 120Hz.

For photography, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G packs a triple rear camera setup led by a 108MP sensor. The primary is joined by an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor. The front camera is a 16MP sensor housed within a center-aligned punch-hole. The battery is sized 5,000mAh with 67W charging support.

Next up is the Redmi Note 11 Pro that will likely be powered by the Mediatek Helio G96 SoC. Just like the Pro 5G, this one also features a 6.6-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED panel. The photography will be handled by a quad-camera setup comprised of a 108MP primary, complemented by 8MP + 2MP + 2MP sensors. The front camera is again expected to offer a 16MP resolution. The battery is identical to the Pro 5G.

Last but not least, we get the standard Redmi Note 11 that’s rumored to feature an FHD+ AMOLED panel with a 90Hz refresh rate. Tasks will be handled by the Snapdragon 680 4G chip. The quad-camera setup at the rear will be topped by a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 primary sensor. The battery is sized 5,000mAh again, although the charging speed has been reduced to 33W.

All models of the Redmi Note 11 series are expected to come with a stereo speaker setup and boot into Android 11-based MIUI 13 out of the box.

As for pricing, the Redmi Note 11 is expected to start at EUR 250 (~Rs 21,140) but the rest of the models’ pricing remains in the dark.

Regardless, matters should get clear with the global launch event that has been scheduled for today, January 26th, 12:00 pm GMT. You can watch the event through Xiaomi’s official website, Twitter handle, and even YouTube channel.

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Next week will be big for Xiaomi. Because the company will be holding its first global launch event of 2022. However, unlike last year, we won’t see flagship smartphones. Instead, the firm will be debuting new models in its best-selling lineup – the Redmi Note series. At the same time, Micromax will release a new phone in India after a long time. Let’s check out these handsets in detail.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Redmi Note 11 Series

Xiaomi is known for offering smartphones at various price points. But the company’s most popular lineup worldwide is arguably the Redmi Note series. This family of phones is known for offering bang for buck products.

Last year’s Redmi Note 10 series set the bar high for the lineup. Hence, it will be interesting to see how Xiaomi plans to top it. Perhaps, it won’t, as the leaked details point towards an almost similar set of features.

The international Redmi Note 11 series may include at least five models, namely Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11S, Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G. But unfortunately, it’s not known surely known which of these models will be announced at the event. Maybe, all of them will go official at once.

Xiaomi’s first-ever global launch event for 2022 is scheduled for January 26. The live stream will kickstart at 8 PM (GMT+8) on the company’s official YouTube channel. The global launch of MIUI 13 may also happen at this conference.

Having said that, here are the details we know so far.

Redmi Note 11

The vanilla Redmi Note 11 is expected to come with a 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chip, 50MP quad-camera setup comprising ultra-wide and macro shooters, dual stereo speakers, and a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

It could retail at around $175 for the 4GB + 64GB memory configurations. There could be other memory variants as well.

Redmi Note 11S

The Redmi Note 11S is said to come with a 90Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek chipset, 108MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad-camera setup, 13MP selfie camera, MIUI 13, and up to 8GB RAM as well as 128GB storage.

This device is also being teased to launch in India on an unspecified date. [Update: February 9]

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G is tipped to feature a 6.6-inch 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 SoC, 6GB/8GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage, 108MP + 8MP + 2MP triple camera setup, 16MP selfie camera, dual stereo speakers, IR blaster, 3.5mm headphone jack, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, 5,000mAh battery, and 67W fast charging.

The handset could arrive in three colors, such as Graphite Gray, Polar White, and Diamond Dazzle.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G is rumored to have the same design and colors as the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. It is also tipped to have a similar set of features, except that it will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset.

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G

Finally, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G is expected to be the same model that’s sold in China. This phone was recently released in India as Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge.

The main highlights of this device include 120W fast charging, 4,500mAh battery, 120Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 920 SoC, dual stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and more.

Micromax IN Note 2

Apart from the Redmi Note 11 series, we will be also witnessing the launch of Micromax IN Note 2 next week. In fact, this handset will go official a day earlier on January 25 in India.

Though the smartphone has been confirmed to offer an interesting set of features, we cannot deny the fact that it looks like a cheap knock-off of the popular Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Talking about specifications, it will arrive with a 6.43-inch AMOLED display, MediaTek Helio G95 chip, 30W fast charging, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Finally, it will sport a glass panel on the rear.

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Just a  few hours back, we learned about the primary specs of the global Redmi Note 11. Now, the specifications of the international Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G have also emerged on the internet. Let’s check out the features of this anticipated smartphone from Xiaomi.

According to tipster Yogesh Brar, the global Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G will sport a 6.6-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 SoC paired with 6GB/8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage.

The phone will house a triple rear camera setup consisting of a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP secondary sensor, and a 2MP tertiary sensor. On the front, it will have a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Despite releasing in 2022, the handset will debut with Android 11. However, it will ship with MIUI 13, which is the latest version of Xiaomi’s mobile operating system. Finally, it will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.

According to previous leaks, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G will be available in three colors, namely Graphite Gray, Polar White, and Diamond Dazzle. The smartphone will have dual stereo speakers, an IR blaster, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a flat frame design, a centered punch-hole display, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The Redmi Note 11 series is scheduled to launch in international markets on January 26.

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A Redmi phone, which was spotted with 2201116SC model number at 3C certification has recently bagged TENAA approval. The TENAA listing is yet to be populated with the specs and images of the device, but its appearance is a good hint that its China launch could be drawing near. Tipster WHY LAB recent Weibo post (via) has revealed its key specifications.

The final marketing name of the Redmi 2201116SC is not known yet. It is believed that its global edition has a 2201116SG model number. Its Indian variant has a 2201116SI model number, whereas its Japanese model is likely to have a 2201116SR model number.

The FCC listing of the 2201116SR revealed that it may ship with features like MIUI 13 and NFC. The Chinese variant of the device was spotted at 3C with a 67W charger. According to WHY LAB, the Chinese model will be featuring a 120Hz refresh rate display with a punch-hole design, and it will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery. The leak mentions that there is a high probability that the device could be equipped with the Snapdragon 690 mobile platform.

Other leaks that have appeared in the past have claimed that the device’s rear camera setup could be headlined by a 108-megapixel Samsung HM2 or 64-megapixel Samsung GW3 lens. It could be assisted by an 8-megapixel Sony IMX355 ultrawide snapper, a 2-megapixel OmniVision OV02A macro camera, and a 2-megapixel depth helper.

There is a possibility that this device could be the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, which is slated to go official on Jan. 26 in global markets. A recent leak revealed a lot of information on the device but did not mention its processor. However, it can be now said that it may arrive with Snapdragon 690 onboard. Some markets are likely to receive the same device POCO X4 NFC / POCO X4 branding.

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Reports have revealed that the Redmi Note 11 series heading to global markets will be different from the Note 11, Note 11 Pro, and Note 11 Pro+ phones that were unveiled in October 2021. The official renders of the Note 11 Pro and Note 11 Pro 5G have appeared to give a first look at their design.

Redmi Note 11 Pro, Pro 5G renders

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The leaked renders show that the global version of the Note 11 Pro series will be quite similar to its Chinese variant. At the front, the Note 11 Pro duo will feature a display with a centrally positioned punch-hole. Its back panel has an LED-assisted quad-camera with a 108-megapixel primary camera.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro lineup has a flat-edge design. The top edge of the device features a microphone, an IIR blaster, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Its bottom edge (visible in one of the images below) microphones, a USB-C port, and another speaker grille. According to MySmartPrice, the Redmi Note 11 Pro and Pro 5G will be available in colors like Graphite Gray, Polar White, and Diamond Dazzle.

Redmi Note 11 Pro, Pro 5G specifications (rumored)

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The publication revealed that Redmi Note 11 Pro 4G will be powered by the Helio G96 chipset, while the Note 11 Pro 5G will be driven by an unknown Qualcomm chipset. Both phones will come with a 6.67-inch display that offers a 120Hz refresh rate. It is unclear whether these models are fitted with an LCD or AMOLED screen.

The Note 11 Pro lineup will house a 5,000mAh battery, which carries support for 67W fast charging. Shown above are some of the posters shared by Tech Insider that confirm the key features of the Note 11 Pro series.

The Redmi Note 11 series launch event for the global markets will be held on Jan. 26. With around a week remaining for the launch, the rumor mill is expected to shed more information on the specs and features of the Note 11 Pro and Note 11 Pro 5G.

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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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Redmi Note 11 Pro is now available for pre-order at $329 only at Giztop. 

Redmi Note 11 Pro features a 6.67″ Samsung AMOLED display with front and rear dual ambient light sensors and is powered by the TSMC 6nm Dimensity 920 chipset. The phone comes in three memory variants viz: 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB. Weighing just 207g, Redmi Note 11 Pro is fueled by a 5160mAh battery and supports 67W fast charging. This means you can charge your phone to 100% in just 43 mins. 

Redmi Note 11 Pro comes with professionally tuned dual JBL speakers and a 3.5mm headphone jack and supports Dolby Atmos. It features a triple rear camera setup with a 108MP main camera and 8MP + 2MP secondary cameras. For the selfie camera, you have a 16MP sensor in the front.

Giztop is now accepting pre-orders for Redmi Note 11 Pro, Black color varaint. The 6GB + 128GB variant is available for $329 while the 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants can be bought for $379 and $439 respectively.

Please note that Giztop is accepting only pre-orders and the actual shipment of the product will start after the first week of November. So place your pre-order asap. 

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The Redmi Note 11 series launches tomorrow and the excitement in the air is pretty heavy. While the phones will be launching first in China, rest assured they will be coming to other markets later. Vietnam is one of the countries the phone will launch in and while there is no release date yet, the specifications and pricing for the global versions of the phones have been leaked.

According to the source, Xiaomi will bring the Redmi Note 11 5G and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G to Vietnam. There should be other phones in the series but they will most likely be announced later.

It has been reported that the Redmi Note 11 5G that will be sold in Vietnam will have an LCD panel and not an AMOLED screen. There will be a centered punch hole for the 16MP front-facing camera and the display will have a 120Hz refresh rate. On the back will be a 50MP main camera. Powering it will be the Dimensity 810 processor which will draw juice from a 5000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

The Redmi Note 11 5G will be available in different configurations, however, the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage will have a price tag of about VND 5 million (~$220).

The Redmi Note 11 Pro will have a 120Hz OLED display, a 16MP selfie camera, and a 108MP main rear camera. The processor will be the Dimensity 920 processor, and a 5000mAh battery capacity. The phone will also have support for 67W fast charging, unlike the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G that will be sold in China which will have 120W fast charging. Unfortunately, the price tag for the Redmi Note 11 Pro wasn’t revealed.

There is no mention of when the phone will be unveiled in Vietnam but we don’t expect a global launch until next month at the earliest.

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