The Redmi Note series is Xiaomi’s most popular smartphone lineup worldwide. The company is known for introducing the masses to some of the high-end features with this product lineup. For instance, the Redmi Note 7 Pro was the first budget smartphone to feature a 48MP camera. This handset along with Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Go have now reached their end of life.

According to Xiaomiui, Xiaomi has ended software support for three of its popular phones from 2019. These handsets are Redmi Note 7 (aka Redmi Note 7S), Redmi Note 7 Pro, and Redmi Go. They are officially over 3 years old now.

The Redmi Note 7 lineup was introduced with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. Throughout their lifetime, the phones have received two MIUI updates (MIUI 11 and MIUI 12) and a single Android update (Android 10). They currently run MIUI 12.5.

On the other hand, the Redmi Go debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 8.1 Oreo Go Edition. Three years after its launch, the entry-level smartphone still runs on the same software. It only received security patches throughout its lifetime.

Having said that, though Xiaomi did not provide Android 11 for the Redmi Note 7 series, users can experience not only Android 11 but also Android 12 via custom ROMs. The two phones are still popular in the third-party development community. The Redmi Go also has a number of custom ROMs based on Android 10 and Android 11.

Anyway, third-party software is not recommended for everyone. If you are one of those niche audiences, you should definitely try it to breathe a new life into your aging out of support handsets.

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Paranoid Android is one of the popular custom ROMs based on Android. Every new release of the software bears a unique name. The latest release based on Android 12 is called Sapphire. This new version of the custom ROM has now added support for some of the well-known Xiaomi smartphones, including POCO F1.

According to XDA Developers, the Android 12-based Paranoid Android Sapphire custom ROM now officially supports the following Xiaomi phones.

• POCO F1
• Xiaomi Mi 8
• Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S
• Redmi Note 7 Pro

All the aforementioned handsets were quite popular when they were released. Because each one of them offered more for their asking price tag. Above all, like any Xiaomi device, they are still well-known in the custom ROM community.

Hence, it is not surprising to learn that they are now officially supported by the Paranoid Android team for the Android 12-based Saphhire release. Currently, all four smartphones have a single alpha build. We expect more builds in the near future.

The POCO F1, Mi 8, and Mi MIX 2S were originally launched with MIUI 9 based on Android Oreo. Currently, the trio runs MIUI 12 based on Android 10. This means they have received three MIUI updates and 2 Android updates over the years. In other words, their official software support from Xiaomi has almost ended. They may now only receive necessary security update if any.

On the other hand, the Redmi Note 7 Pro debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9. Unfortunately, it has only got access to a single Android update and two MIUI updates as it currently runs MIUI 12.5 based on Android 10.

Therefore, the only way to experience Android 12 or even Android 11 on these phones is through custom ROMs.

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Xiaomi unveiled MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition at the Xiaomi MIX 4 launch event in August. The company has been rolling it out to eligible devices worldwide since then. Now, three months later, the firm reveals that the latest version of MIUI will not be available for select Redmi smartphones.

According to the Mi Fans Home Telegram channel, Xiaomi has canceled MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update for the following handsets.

• Redmi Note 7 Pro
• Redmi Note 7S
• Redmi Note 7
• Redmi Y3
• Redmi 7
• Redmi 7A

The same announcement post also says that the fresh version of MIUI will not be seeded out to Mi A3. It’s not surprising as this phone runs stock Android since it is part of the Android One program.

This is not the first time Xiaomi has canceled an update for its devices. Just last year, two handsets in the above list, namely Redmi 7 and Redmi Y3 were said to not receive MIUI 12.

However, the Redmi 7 not only received MIUI 12 but also MIUI 12.5. But unfortunately, the Redmi Y3 got access to neither.

Hence, there’s a chance that some of the phones in the list above might receive the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update. Nevertheless, we don’t have any hope.

What are your thoughts on Xiaomi canceling software updates for the above-mentioned best-selling smartphones? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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Although Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update, there are still many devices that are yet to receive MIUI 12.5 in all markets. One of those is Redmi Note 7 Pro. The phone got the MIUI 12.5 in China at the end of June. Now, the company has begun seeding out this update in India.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro is one of the popular smartphones of its time. It was the first phone in the segment to arrive with a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor. The handset has now started getting the MIUI 12.5 update in India.

MIUI 12.5 was introduced at the Mi 11 launch event in late December 2020. It is a minor upgrade for devices running MIUI 12 with some meaningful changes. 

This software update for the Redmi Note 7 Pro in India arrives with build number V12.5.1.0.QFHINXM. Like any other OTA system update, it is being rolled out in batches. Hence, it will take days to reach every unit in the country.

At present, we are not sure if the smartphone will get access to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition. Hopefully, Xiaomi makes it available as the less powerful Redmi Note 8 is eligible and has already got it in China.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. Prior to MIUI 12.5, the handset was updated to MIUI 11, MIUI 12, and Android 10.

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro was the first Redmi Note series to launch after Redmi became an independent brand. It is also the brand’s first-ever 48MP camera smartphone. The popular device has now started receiving the MIUI 12.5 update.

MIUI 12.5 is the latest version of Xiaomi’s mobile operating system. It is a minor upgrade for devices already running MIUI 12. The company has been rolling out this update for eligible phones for the past few months.

The latest smartphone to receive the MIUI 12.5 update is the famous Redmi Note 7 Pro. The update is currently live in China with build number V12.5.1.0.QFHCNXM. The software build is rolling out in batches and should receive all users in the coming days

Apart from China, the Redmi Note 7 Pro only launched in India. The Indian version is yet to get this update. However, it should be also updated very soon.

Unfortunately, the MIUI 12.5 update still does not bring Android 11. Usually, the Redmi Note series get two Android updates. Hence, it is sad to learn that the Redmi Note 7 Pro may not get this privilege.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro debuted with MIUI 10 based on Android 9.0 Pie. So far, the handset has received a single Android update (Android 10) and two MIUI updates (MIUI 11, MIUI 12). As per a reliable tipster, it could be updated to MIUI 13 in the future.

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Although Xiaomi sells expensive smartphones, the company’s cheaper handsets are popular worldwide. In fact, in India. Xiaomi is known as Redmi among commoners, thanks to value for money phones like Redmi A series, Redmi number series, and Redmi Note series. The latter series has now achieved a huge milestone, as per Xiaomi.

Yesterday, ahead of the Mi 11 global launch event, Xiaomi India announced a brag-worthy achievement on its various social media handles.

The Chinese smartphone maker revealed that it has shipped over 200 million units of Redmi Note series phones globally to date. This data is sourced from the firm’s own ‘Xiaomi Data Center’.

It is not surprising to learn that the global shipments of the Redmi Note series have exceeded 200 million units since its inception. This series has been the heart of Xiaomi’s product lineup ever since it was introduced.

Redmi Notes have been unbeatable in their price segment for a very long time. However, that began to change when realme entered the scene. But being an established product lineup, they are still as popular as they were before.

That said, Xiaomi is known for announcing its milestones ahead of releasing new devices. Hence, we think the Redmi Note 10 series is just around the corner. The upcoming series is reported to include two models, namely Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro. As of now, we are only aware of the storage configurations and color variants of these handsets.

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Redmi Note series is Xiaomi’s second-best selling smartphone series after Redmi A series of entry-level handsets. Despite that, the Redmi Note phones are usually not the first devices to get latest software updates. For instance, the Redmi Note 7 Pro released in the first quarter of 2019 in India, got its Android 10 update only in August 2020. Similarly, it has now started receiving MIUI 12 update in the country months after other devices have got it.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro only launched in India and China. Like any other Xiaomi smartphone it received MIUI 12 first in its home’s country earlier last month. Now, a month later, the Indian variant of this phone is also being blessed with the same update.

That said, MIUI 12 for Redmi Note 7 Pro in India comes with build number V12.0.1.0.QFHINXM (via @miu12_official Telegram channel). It is currently being rolled out to select users across the country in a typical Xiaomi manner.

If early adopters don’t face any issues, the update will be made available for users in the coming days, followed by complete rollout. Until then, all you can do is wait as this so-called Stable Beta build cannot be sideloaded.

Having said that, Redmi Note 7 Pro is not eligible for Android 11 update but it may receive MIUI 13 as its last major update next year.

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When Xiaomi had announced the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G phone in April. At the same event, the company also took off covers from the MIUI 12 Android skin. In May, the company confirmed its arrival in global markets. Through a press release, the company has now confirmed the names of the first phones that will be treated with the MIUI 12 update this month.

The Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7, and Redmi Note 7 Pro are the Redmi phones that are included in the first wave that will be treated with MIUI 12 this month. The Xiaomi Mi 10 is the only Mi series phone that will receive the update this month. The Chinese firm has revealed that the MIUI 12 for Mi 10 will come with an exclusive Magic Clone feature. It will let users to make virtual doppelgangers images or videos by capturing the same subject up to four times at different intervals.

The Redmi Note 9 users in India have already started receiving the MIUI 12. As far as other phones in the first wave are concerned, the company will update on the MIUI 12’s arrival through its social platforms.

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The MIUI 12 comes with many improvements such as new animations, icons, and font across the UI.  There is native support for the Dark Mode feature, which means even third-party apps will support it. The App Drawer that is included in the new update can automatically categories apps.

The MIUI 12 is packed with live wallpapers of the outer space. It comes with floating windows feature minimizing and maximizing apps. The updated Weather app shows UI effects by mimicking the current climatic conditions. The improved ultra-battery saving mode will let the phone last for an extra 5 hours even when the battery juice is 5 percent.

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After over a year from their launch, Xiaomi has finally rolled out Android 10 update for Redmi Note 7/7S and Redmi Note 7 Pro in India. Unfortunately, the update comes with MIUI 11 and not the latest MIUI 12. The OTA update is being rolled out in batches and will be hitting every unit in the coming days.

These devices have already received Android 10 in Chia back in June. They were thought to get this update in India in July but that did not happen. Anyway, it is finally being seeded out now.

The Android 10 update for these phones is being rolled out to limited users. Xiaomi calls this type of builds as Stable Beta. If the users who already received it don’t face any issues, the company will gradually seed it out to more users.

The build for Redmi Note 7/7S comes with August 2020 security patch, whereas the one for Redmi Note 7 Pro features July 2020 security patch level. That said, here are the build numbers of Android 10 for these devices.

• Redmi Note 7/7S – V11.0.3.0.QFGINXM
• Redmi Note 7 Po – V11.0.2.0.QFHINXM

Unfortunately, Android 10 will be the last platform update for these handsets but they will be getting MIUI 12 and maybe MIUI 13 as well.

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Xiaomi has been updating its devices to MIUI 12 for months. So far, all the premium and mid-range handsets gave got it in China. Hence, the company has begun to roll out the update to budget and older phones. Redmi Note 7 Pro is one of those smartphones, which has now started to receive MIUI 12 stable update in the firm’s home country.

If you are our regular reader, you might be aware that Redmi Note 7 Pro was only recently updated to Android 10 in China. Unfortunately, the device is yet to get it in India, the only country where it is available other than the former. But users in China has also begun to receive MIUI 12 stable update.

The update comes with build number V12.0.2.0.QFHCNXM and weighs 686MB in size. The device gets all the features of MIUI 12 such as new animations, Dark Mode 2.0, control centre, granular privacy controls, revamped settings app, new MIUI camera app, and more. But it misses out on AOD+ due to the lack of OLED display.

Having said that, it is not sure when the Indian variant of the handset will get this update as it is yet to receive Android 10.

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Xiaomi officially announced the MIUI 12 custom ROM on April 27 during the Mi 10 Youth launch event. The Chinese firm later announced the custom ROM for the global market on May 19 with a schedule of models that would get the update. Earlier, the company had commenced recruitment of MIUI 12 Global beta testers for the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro. The Mi 9, Mi 9T and Mi 9T Pro also joined the party of beta testers.

Xiaomi has now announced on the Mi Community, yet another Global Pilot testing program for the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7S. Interested owners of the K20 models have until June 17, 9 PM IST to apply for the pilot testing program. Since this is for a beta version, expect the software to contain bugs. So, it isn’t advisable to install on your primary device. You can find out how to join from the source link below.

The new MIUI 12 brings Dark Mode 2.0, revamped control centre, battery app, file manager, Notes app, calendar app, and more. It also comes with new themes, Always on Display and several features.

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro launched last year but has already gotten two successors in form of the Redmi Note 8 Pro and the Redmi Note 9 Pro. A few months ago,  a beta version of Android 10 for it. It has now been reported that a stable update is already rolling out to users in China.

Arriving as MIUI V11.0.1.0.QF and coming in at 2.1GB in size, the update brings the latest version of Android in addition to May 2020’s security patch. You won’t get to see the visual changes that Android 10 brings no thanks to Xiaomi’s MIUI 11 skin but you should get features such as smart replies.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro may already have two successors but it is still a pretty good device. It has a 6.3-inch FHD+ display with a waterdrop notch and Gorilla Glass 5 protection on both sides.

There is a Snapdragon 675 processor paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage. For its cameras, there is a 48MP + 5MP setup on the back while a 13MP sensor sits in front for taking selfies.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro has a 4000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charge. There is a USB-C port at the bottom while an audio jack and IR sensor sit at the top. It also has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Seeing as the Chinese variant is already receiving the update, we expect Xiaomi to release it soon for the global version too.

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Redmi Note 7 Pro launched in February of 2019 in India powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 675. The handset is only available in China other than its debut country. It came with MIUI 10 based on Android Pie out of the box. The phone was later updated to MIUI 11 and is also eligible for MIUI 12. However, it is yet to receive Android 10 update. Despite this, a developer has ported Android 11 for this device and anyone can install it.

Xiaomi is known for providing at least three MIUI updates for its Redmi Note devices, however, the same cannot be said for underlying Android OS. On average, the company only gives a single update Android version update to its budget devices.

However, the Redmi Note 7 Pro has still not received a single Android update even after a year from its launch. But thankfully, the device is popular in the custom ROM community just like any other Redmi Note series handset.

The phone has a number of Android 10 custom ROMs and now thanks to a developer called iamharshdeb on Telegram, users can also taste Android 11 on Redmi Note 7 Pro codenamed ‘Violet’.

The Android 11 custom ROM for Redmi Note 7 Pro is a port of Android 11 Developer Preview 4 released by Google earlier this month. So, it will be not as stable as Android 10 ROMs available for the device. Nevertheless, it is worth trying if you are into modding and stuff.

Here’s the changelog provided by the developer for Android 11 port for Redmi Note 7 Pro.

• Play store fixed(Now all apps are available on play store).
• System apps updated.
• Fast charging support.
• Hydra kernel inbuilt.
• Improved battery backup.
• Late Sms bug fixed.
• Smoothness improved.
• Bugs
  • Hotspot( will be fixed after R vendor only)
  • Volte dead.
  • Magisk not supported.

Steps to install the Android 11 port on Redmi Note 7 Pro.

• Boot into TWRP
• Wipe system, data, cache, dalvik, vendor
• Flash ROM
• Reboot
• Once again, boot into TWRP
• Flash status bar padding fix
• Reboot

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

Redmi Note 9 series

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

Redmi K20 series

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

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Redmi Note 8 series

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

Redmi 8 series

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

Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7 and Redmi Go

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

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

Xiaomi Mi A3

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

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Most of the cases of exploding smartphones have been traced to defective batteries. The most prominent of such was the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7 but in recent times, we only get pockets of such explosions. One of such pockets have opened up, this time around, a Redmi Note 7 Pro model is said to have exploded in India.

As per a report carried by TechRadar, the Redmi Note 7 Pro belonged to Vikesh Kumar and was reportedly procured in December 2019. That makes the device just about three months old. Since the phone was bought, the owner claims to have been using it daily without any issue until this incident. Happened that he felt the phone has become unusually hot in his pocket and took it out. Surprisingly, he saw the device was already bringing out smoke and as a reflex, he threw the phone away. That is where the story got even more interesting as the device is said to have landed on his bag and immediately exploded setting the bag on fire.

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Then comes Xiaomi’s shitty customer service whenever a damaged device is concerned. Kumar expressed disappointment at the reception he got from Xiaomi. He claimed the company suspected he had done something to the phone before the explosion. But the dude insists that the phone was in perfect condition and was charged with the original charger since purchase. As at the time of the explosion, there was up to 90% battery power left.

Xiaomi’s response to the incident is similar to this, as the company stated that the explosion was caused by previous damage to the device, which might have tampered with the integrity of the lithium polymer battery. As usual, no specifics were mention as what could have made the battery explode.

We recall a somewhat similar case in India involving a month-old Redmi Note 7S that went up in flame and how Xiaomi was unwilling to accept liability for the damaged phone. In October 2019, a Redmi Note 7 Pro model purchased in July equally went up in flame and Xiaomi abdicated responsibility, claiming the incident wasn’t caused by a problem with the phone’s quality. However, the incidents are becoming too many for comfort.

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Google‘s latest Android 10 market share has been increasing consistently as more new smartphones get launched but curiously, Xiaomi has been rather slow in pushing the update to its phones, even the Android one models. The company recently pushed Android 10 update to the Mi A3 but had to roll back the update after several bugs were discovered on the build.  Now, there are indications that the Redmi Note 7 Pro may soon get Android 10 update.

Xiaomi has reportedly started pushing the new update to Redmi Note 7 Pro units running MIUI 11 beta build in China. But the ROM is available to download as it is already hosted on Xiaomi’s servers. It comes as version 20.3.4 and has a size of 2.1 GB. If you plan to download the new version, here’s a heads up – the beta build will likely contain several bugs. The new version also comes without Google apps.

This may not come as a surprise considering that the Redmi Note 8 Pro recently got updated to Android 10 in China. The gap of one week between the rollout of the beta build and the European version of the Redmi Note 8 Pro may mean that the Note 7 stable version may hit in no distant time.

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Earlier this year, Xiaomi had announced its schedule for the planned update of various smartphones which will be the first wave of devices to receive Android 10 OS alongside MIUI 11. Redmi Note 7 was one of those handsets which were to receive the major update first and currently has the company already working on a build for it.

According to sources from the MIUI forums, the Android 10 based MIUI 11, which is a custom skin from the company, has entered closed beta in China. The early build stays in this phase for two to three weeks for various bug fixing and performance tweaking before being launched in open beta. From here, it can take anywhere up to eight weeks before the official stable build can be ready for a global launch.

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With the Redmi Note 7 entering closed beta now, Xiaomi seems to be ahead in the schedule. Previously, the Chinese tech giant had stated that it would start working on Android 10 for the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro in the first quarter of 2020. Although the new year is just around the corner, the early testing is still a great sign for the Redmi smartphone users.

Notably, Redmi Note 7 series is a year-old smartphone lineup and might just receive Android 10 and MIUI 11 ahead of its successors, the Redmi Note 8 and Redmi Note 8 Pro. Xiaomi has yet to announce any official major update for the latter series so far.

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A Redmi Note 7 Pro model has reportedly gone up in flames in China. Song Yujie, a citizen of Zhoukou, Henan Province logged a report on November 27 that the Redmi Note 7 Pro that he had purchased for his father and used for more than 3 months was “spontaneously ignited” while in use. The phone was purchased on July 24 from Xiaomi Mall in China and the incident happened on October 29.

According to the report, the phone was kept on a quilt with the father using it to play a video. The father had fallen asleep when he was awoken by the smell of something burning. He then noticed the smartphone was in flame. However, no further damage was done except for a charred device, burns to the quilt and a minor burn to Song’s father while trying to put out the flame. The picture provided by Song Yujie of the mobile phone after the fire showed that the entire mobile phone was broken down into several black parts after burning.

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A Xiaomi after-sales customer service personnel explained to reporters on November 28 that Mr Song’s mobile phone which was on fire was identified as “non-mobile phone quality problem”. This means the phone was on fire due to external reasons and wasn’t related to the quality of the phone. With such verdict, even though the Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with an 18-month warranty, the burnt phone isn’t covered by the warranty.

Interestingly, this is similar to the case of Chavhan Ishwar whose one-month-old Redmi Note 7S went up in flames while left idle at his office desk. Xiaomi India’s response is also similar. Such incidence and Xiaomi’s response are serious causes for concern and raise several key questions. Is Xiaomi compromising quality to keep its phone prices down? Are Xiaomi customer service personnel just plain incompetent or the company is simply evading liability by blaming external forces when its phones go up in flames?

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After the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro smartphone’s sale in India at a discounted price during the festive season sales, the company has now permanently slashed the phone’s pricing in the Indian market.

With the new effective pricing, the Redmi Note 7 Pro now starts at ₹11,999 (~$169) for the 4GB RAM model while the 6GB RAM model is being sold for ₹13,999 (~$197) . The top-end model with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is on sale for ₹14,999 (~$211).

The smartphone is available in three color options — Space Black, Nebula Blue, and Neptune Red. It is available for purchase in India through Flipkart and Xiaomi’s own online store Mi.com. The price cut could be in preparation to launch the Redmi Note 8 series in the Indian market, which should happen in a few weeks.

Coming to the specifications, the Redmi Note 7 Pro boasts a 6.3-inch Full HD+ Dot Drop display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 450 nits brightness, and 15000:1 contrast ratio. Under the hood, the device is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 octa-core chipset which is manufactured using the 11nm FinFET process, coupled with Adreno 612 GPU.

As for the memory configuration, the smartphone comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot that enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 512GB.

In the camera department, the smartphone features a dual-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 48-megapixel primary Sony IMX586 sensor with f/1.79 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor for depth sensing along with an LED flash. The company has also introduced an AI-powered Steady handheld night photography mode for the first time.

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On the front side, the phone is equipped with a 13-megapixel front-facing camera with AI Beautify, Studio Lighting, Scene Detection, Portrait Selfie, etc. It also comes with support for AI Face Unlock feature.

Along with the usual set of connectivity options, it also supports Dual SIM and Dual VoLTE. In terms of software, the phone is running the company’s own MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box.

The smartphone comes with P2i coating that ensures protection from rain, water spills, and sweat. The device is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with support for 18W Quick Charge 4 fast charging support. The company claims that it offers 14 days of standby time, 45 hours of talk time and 8.5 hours of gaming.

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Every year, Indians across the globe celebrate Diwali, a Hindu-festival that lasts for five days. As part of the celebration, several manufacturers run sales promotions, discounting several of their products. This year was a big one for Xiaomi as it raked in huge sales during its DiwaliWithMi sales promotion, recording a growth of over 50% compared to last year.

According to a series of tweets posted by the MD of Xiaomi India, Manu Kumar Jain, the company sold over 5.3 million devices during this year’s DiwaliWithMi shopping festival.

#DiwaliWithMi: Happy to share

* 5.3M+ #Xiaomi devices sold since the start of @amazonIN, @Flipkart festive sale
* This means: 525 devices sold every min

(Devices: Smartphones, #MiTV, #IoT & ecosystem products)

Thank you all for amazing #Diwali sale. #Xiaomi (1/2) pic.twitter.com/8NlniQ9Ocp

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

Of this figure, he posted that over 3.8 million of the total devices sold were smartphones, which means the remaining 1 million or more devices are made up of smart TVs, Bluetooth speakers, Air purifiers, smart bands, headphones, and other Xiaomi IoT devices.

Even more proud to announce:

3.8M+ #Xiaomi #Smartphones sold during this period.

This means 50%+ growth over the BEST #Diwali sale ever by any brand, which was incidentally @XiaomiIndia last year

No guesses that we are No. 1 Brand by a huge huge margin!#Xiaomi (2/2) pic.twitter.com/1xIGVlQEdR

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

Some of the devices which were discounted during the period include the Redmi Note 7 Pro which had a starting price of INR 10,999 (~$155). Its Redmi 7 and Redmi 7A smartphones were also among the top six selling smartphones on Amazon India during the period.

Xiaomi had previously revealed that it had sold over 250,000 Mi TVs during the sales which run on its own online store – Mi.com, on Amazon India, and on Flipkart.

Xiaomi is set to record more sales when Amazon begins its Great Indian Festival sales on October 13. The shopping festival will run until October 17. The online store promises u to 40% off smartphone prices, free screen replacements, and no-cost EMI.

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MIUI China, unlike its global version, doesn’t come with Google apps which are popularly known as Google Mobile Services. In fact, no Android device sold in China comes bundled with Google apps, you very well know the reason. As such the popular Redmi Note 7 Pro Chinese variant is devoid of Google apps.

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Fortunately, Google apps are not completely shut on MIUI devices. Here, we’ll go through the steps on how to install Google apps on Redmi Note 7 Pro with MIUI China

Before we begin, a quick overview of GMS for the unversed. The GMS is Google’s proprietary app bundle which includes the premium apps such as YouTube, Gmail and so on. Most notably, GMS is not a part of the Android Open Source Project, which means an Android manufacturer needs to obtain a license from Google in order to legally install GMS on an Android device.

Steps to enjoy Google Apps on Redmi Note 7 Pro

1. Go to the Mi App Store
2. Input Google on the search bar.
3. Click on the Baidu icon which will appear on the results after few down scrolls.
   
4. You’ll see an app about 168 KB size with Google Play Store logo, install it.
5. Open the app and click on the blue round icon below. It will start downloading the Google Service Framework(Install it manually just by clicking install).Note: You’ll need to enable Unknown sources from Privacy setting.
6. Install all the forthcoming Google service apps manually one by one.
7. At last, it will download the Google Play Store and prompt you to install it. Install it without hesitation.

8. After the successful installation of the Google Play Store, log in to the Play Store using your Google Account and enjoy Google Play Store.

With the Google Play Store now installed you can install other GMS apps such as YouTube, Gmail as well on your Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Simple isn’t it? Still, if you encounter any trouble, don’t hesitate to drop down in the comments. We’d love to help you out if any error persists.

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The Indian smartphones market just took advantages of a very valid new-entry: the Realme 5 Pro. With its incredibly affordable price tag and its astonishing specs sheet for that price, the new mid-ranger has all the potentialities to become one of the best-sellers of 2019. But in India, there are already some potential best-sellers of the second half of 2019 which may cannibalize its sales. We are referring to the new Android One-powered Xiaomi Mi A3 and to the older Redmi Note 7 Pro that is an upgraded version of one of the best-selling Android phones of the year in the global market. Will Realme 5 Pro stand a chance? Is it worth choosing it now considering the value for money? This comparison will shed some light on these questions.

Xiaomi Mi A3 vs Oppo Realme 5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

Design

If you do not need an ordinary, boring and cheap plastic body but you want a premium design more similar to flagship smartphones, you have no better choice than Xiaomi Mi A3, also known in China as the Mi CC9e (in China it has MIUI instead of Android One). It is the only composed of both a glass back and an aluminum frame, and it is even a very compact device, so it is excellent for people often using phones with one hand or traveling with their handset always in their pockets. While Xiaomi Mi A3 has the most premium design, it is worth noting that Realme 5 Pro is splash resistant.

Display

Given the higher level of detail and the wider diagonal, Redmi Note 7 Pro and Realme 5 Pro are better options when it comes to displays, despite they have an IPS LCD panel instead of a Super AMOLED one like the Xiaomi Mi A3. The Mi A3 boasts more vivid colors and it even has an in-display fingerprint reader, but the resolution is lower and the display is smaller-sized, so it is not exactly the ideal display for advanced and multimedia users. We won’t choose a winner between Redmi Note 7 Pro and Realme 5 Pro because differences are marginal and we do not think it is worth focusing on them.

Specs & Software

The hardware department is a key feature of the Realme 5 Pro. Indeed, it is powered by one of the most performing midrange chipsets out there: the Snapdragon 712. And it is the most affordable smartphone with this chipset released in the second half of 2019. Further, unlike its opponents, it is equipped with up to 8 GB of RAM. The second place goes to the Xiaomi Mi A3 and its Snapdragon 665 which also features a more interesting software department thanks to Android One and its direct support by Google. Redmi Note 7 Pro is a classic Xiaomi phone with MIUI, but it has a slightly better processor than the Mi A3.

Camera

Due to its quad camera setup placed on the rear side, Realme 5 Pro is the most versatile phone when it comes to camera features. Xiaomi Mi A3 wins the selfie comparison and it also features better rear cameras than Redmi Note 7 Pro, with an additional ultrawide sensor.

Battery

Similar battery capacities, but we believe Xiaomi Mi A3 will last a lot more on a single charge due to its smaller and more efficient display which features the AMOLED technology and a lower resolution.

Price

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Xiaomi Mi A3 vs Oppo Realme 5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

PROs

• Big battery
• Good display
• Affordable price

CONS

• Worse hardware

Xiaomi Mi A3

PROs

• Premium build quality
• Amazing cameras
• Compact design
• In-display fingerprint scanner
• Worldwide availability

CONS

• HD display

Realme 5 Pro

PROs

• Higher performance
• Great cameras
• Good display
• Splash resistant

CONS

• Nothing particular

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Xiaomi India has announced permanent price cuts on a range of smartphones such as Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi Note 7S, Redmi 7 and Redmi Y3. Prices have been slashed by up to Rs. 1,000 (~$14) effective immediately. The price cut is only applicable on purchases made at offline stores. This move aligns the offline and online prices of the four devices.

Revised Prices of the Redmi 7, Redmi Y3, Redmi Note 7S, and the Redmi Note 7 Pro

The Redmi 7 is the only device in Xiaomi’s lineup to receive a price cut of Rs. 500 (~$7). The 2 GB + 32 GB variant is now available at Rs. 7,499 (~$105) instead of Rs. 7,999 (~$112). Its 3 GB + 32 GB variant can be bought for Rs. 8,499 (~$119). The Redmi Y3 now retails at Rs. 8,999 (~$126), instead of Rs. 9,999 (~$140) for the 3 GB + 32 GB variant.

The recently released Redmi Note 7S retails at Rs. 9,999 (~$140) for the 3 GB + 32 GB variant, instead of Rs. 10,999 (~$154). While its higher-spec 4 GB + 64 GB variant carries a price tag of Rs. 11,999 (~$168). The Redmi Note 7 Pro now starts from Rs. 14,999 (~$210), instead of Rs. 15,999 (~$224) for the 6 GB variant. The price cut is applicable from today in offline markets of India and prospective buyers can visit any authorized retailer or Mi Home across the country to take advantage of the price drop.

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The Redmi 7 is a budget-friendly phone from Xiaomi. It features a 6.2-inch HD+ display. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset and a 4,000mAh battery.It gets a 12+2-megapixel dual camera setup at the rear. The Redmi Y3 comes with a 6.26-inch display with a notch housing the 32-megapixel selfie lens, Snapdragon 632 SoC and it comes with a 4,000mAh battery. 

The Redmi Note 7S is powered by an underclocked Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset. The highlight of the device is a 48-megapixel ISOCELL GM1 lens from Samsung that is used in the primary camera setup along with a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The most premium product in the lineup is the Redmi Note 7 Pro. The smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SoC. It uses a 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 sensor as the primary camera, coupled with a 5-megapixel depth sensor in its dual cameras setup.The Redmi Note 7 Pro and Note 7S are both fitted with 6.3-inch displays and 4,000mAh batteries. 

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Xiaomi has become a prominent player in the smartphone market. They are globally on top of the smartphone market. Precisely, the company commands over 28.3% of the Indian smartphone market reports IDC in the recent listing. Amid the global fallout of smartphone sales, these numbers are boosting the internal environment of the Chinese smartphone maker. Xiaomi’s idea to provide affordable smartphones with consistent quality and support is doing magic for the company.

On the same lines, Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 7 Pro at quite an attractive price featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor. To make it a performance beast, the company added a 4GB RAM with 64GB Internal Storage. There’s a dual-camera module with a 48-megapixel primary and a 5-megapixel secondary camera on the rear side. Another 13-megapixel front camera is also present on the front side for beautiful selfies and video calling. A 4000 mAh battery with Quick Charge 4.0 support is kith and kin for the extensive usage anytime throughout the day. It runs on MIUI 10 with Android 9.0 Pie over the top. In connectivity, the user will get 4G VoLTE, WiFi, GPS, Bluetooth 5.0, etc.

The exceeded expectations and overwhelming response led the Xiaomi to ship 15 million units of the Redmi Note 7 series in the first six months. After remaining on the flash sale for some months, finally, the Redmi Note 7 Pro is now available on open sale from Mi Online/Offline stores and other partner stores.

Xiaomi devices are also known for their massive third party development. Xiaomi is among Android OEMs, which supports third-party development by releasing the source code of the smartphones. Similarly, there’s a massive Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro support for custom ROMs, Kernels and other Mods. We have compiled a list of some best custom ROMs for Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro.

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What are custom ROMs?

Custom ROMs are custom firmware which allows users to customize every feature. These ROMs support various MODs, Kernels and there are multiple advantages of using custom ROMs. Primarily, it helps to eliminate unnecessary apps from the device. The user can tweak the system by customizing the settings menu an every other UI element. Other advantages:

• Brings the ability to overclock the system.
• Enable root settings with a built-in toggle.
• New Features via new Android versions.

Note: Gizmochina.com is not responsible for any damage to data and device. It will also void your warranty. You may proceed at your own risk.

Steps to install custom ROM for Redmi Note 7 Pro

Please follow the steps below to install the custom ROM for Redmi Note 7 Pro.

1. Unlock the bootloader of Redmi Note 7 Pro.
2. After successful unlocking, flash TWRP file recovery and root the Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Pre-Requisites:

• Charge your device up to 60% for smooth installation.
• Backup important data on any external media.

List of Best Custom ROMs for Redmi Note 7 Pro

There are various custom ROMs available for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro. We have listed some best of those custom ROMs.

Pixel Experience

Are you looking for Pixel experience on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro? Then you can enjoy the Pixel look with the Pixel Experience custom ROM. It is based on the Android Open Source Project with all Google Apps installed. The Custom ROM carries improved launcher, wallpapers, icons, fonts, and boot animations. It is based on Android 9.0 Pie and is the most stable ROM for Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Things Working:

• Mobile data
• GPS
• Camera
• Flashlight
• Camcorder
• Bluetooth
• FMRadio
• Fingerprint reader
• Lights
• Sound/vibration
• Facelock

Download 

LineageOS 16

A popular custom ROM with support for almost every popular Android device. After the demise of CyanogenMOD, the LineageOS was forked out with the same source code. It is the most widely used custom ROM for Android devices.

LineageOS 16 for Redmi Note 7 Pro is stable and is built on the top of Android 9.0 Pie. All the new luxuries of Android 9.0 Pie like New Quick Settings UI, Advanced Battery Optimisation, AI Support, Notch Support, and various other things are available on the LineageOS 16. Interested users can download the LineageOS from the Download link below.

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crDroid OS

It is a custom ROM built on the stock Android with improved performance and reliability. It carries several features which will aid customizability on the Redmi Note 7 Pro. It is fully stable ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie. It is a blend of best features from AOSPA, SlimROM, SlimROM, and others.

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Havoc OS v2.8

It is another iteration of teh Google Pie software with refined Material design 2. Havoc OS binds features which are not available on any other ROM. The list of features includes several Pixel devices UIs, Substratum support, OTA support, Micro-G support, Lockscreen, and charging animation. Full-Proof customization is available for notification bar. Interested users can change clock settings, battery bar, network traffic indicator, and other functions

It carries beautiful Hyperion Launcher along with one-handed mode. Navigation gestures, Quick settings, Expanded desktop, etc. Unlike the Pixel Experience ROM, the user needs to flash GApps separately. Make sure to wipe System, Vendor, Data and Dalvik Cache before flashing the Firmware & ORM on redmi Note 7 Pro.

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Resurrection Remix P

The Resurrection Remix P also derivers the source code from LineageOS, SlimROMs, Omni and original Remix ROM build. It is a combination of all the significant features, customizability from different ROMs. The developer has developed a lot from the users’ demands. Resurrection has purely integrated most of the new features which were once tweaked with the mod.

GApps package needs to be flashed separately after installing the Resurrection Remix ROM. It is a stable ROM based on Android 9.0 Pie and requires MIUI Stable Firmware before flashing.

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AOSP Extended ROM

As the name suggests, it is based on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) providing stock UI/UX experience. The users can enjoy the smooth stock experience with various outstanding features. It features extra features over the AOSP. The ROM aims to provide all the common features in a single ROM.

The developers are open for any suggestions on their Telegram community. It features DU Font Engine, Live Display, One-Handed UI, Expanded Desktop, Notification Intervals, QS Quick Pulldown, Immersive Mode message, toast Icon, etc. There are uncountable features present on the AOSP Extended ROM. It also needs GApps flashing after the installation.

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Bootleggers ROM

It is an aftermarket firmware with code derived from AOSP and LineageOS. The aim is to bring the most useful apps under the same umbrella. It a stable ROM packed with custom Wallpapers, ringtones, fonts, and themes. It comes with inbuilt battery LED, QS Rows and Columns, different recent styles, etc. It’s another choice to install the Android 9.0 Pie on your device.

The Bootleggers ROM needs Peter’s TWRP. Also, keep in mind to wipe system, data, vendor cache, and Dalvik cache before proceeding.

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CandyRoms

The Candy9 is based on Android 9.0 Pie with customizability, regular updates, and security patches. The developers are reluctant to provide fixes for any problem with regular updates. The abundance of features on the Candy ROM makes it a better choice for users who love to enjoy new customizations. Rootless Substratum support makes it even better. It also comes with features such as night light, prevents accidental wake up, Candy Sweetener Device, SystemUI Tuner, etc.

Before flashing the new firmware, wipe clean and format data. Make sure to flash GApps after flashing the firmware.

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These are some best custom ROMs for Redmi Note 7 Pro. Most of the Custom ROMs are stable and are based on Android 9.0 Pie. Please keep in mind to check the installation steps carefully by heading to the respective download links in the article. Any mistake can land you in trouble, so make sure to backup before flashing any custom ROM. Any suggestions are welcome via the comments section below.

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Weeks after announcing a new white variant for the Redmi Note 7 series in China, Xiaomi has now made it available for India. The new color variant is called Astro White and will be available for the Redmi Note 7S and Redmi Note 7 Pro.

The new Astro White variant will be available for pre-order tomorrow midnight on Mi.com and on Flipkart. The price should be the same as that of other variants and it should be available for all configurations.

With the new Astro White variant, both phones are now available in four colors. The other three are Neptune Blue, Space Black and Nebula Red for the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Ruby Red, Onyx Black, and Sapphire Blue for the Redmi Note 7S.

The Astro White variant is heading to Europe to according to this tweet from Sudhanshu Ambhore. It most likely will go by the same name for the Redmi Note 7.

Redmi Note 7 (SD660) press renders in White for Europe. Will launch soon in Europe.#Xiaomi #RedmiNote7 pic.twitter.com/IeQPtnCfi5

— Sudhanshu Ambhore (@Sudhanshu1414) August 5, 2019

Redmi‘s General Manager, Lu Weibing, has already confirmed that the Redmi Note 8 is in development but it likely won’t be available for a few more months. A new color variant is usually a way for manufacturers to renew interest and get people talking about a device and so far, it has always worked.

(Source)

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In China, Xiaomi‘s Redmi Note 7 series sales have exceeded 15 million units since it went on sale for the first time. But in India, Xiaomi is celebrating selling an impressive 5 million units of the Note 7 series.

The Redmi Note 7 series consists of the Redmi Note 7, the Note 7 Pro, and the Note 7S. Bearing in mind that the models were launched in India in February, that means the feat was achieved in 6 months. The models were the first product Xiaomi is releasing under the independent Redmi brand since it was split from the Mi brand.

Guess what do we have in store for you?
The #RedmiNote7Pro is on open sale starting today! Now get it anytime you want. Available on https://t.co/cwYEXdVQIo, @Flipkart, Mi Home, Mi Studio, & Mi Preferred Partner stores.

How's that for #ThursdayMotivation? #48MPCameraBeast pic.twitter.com/pgTgt2F26G

— Redmi India for #MiFans (@RedmiIndia) August 1, 2019

Xiaomi has been selling the models through flash sales for most of this period. So, the sales margin might have been higher. The company equally announced that the Redmi Note 7 Pro is now on open sale in India. This is good news as interested buyers won’t have to wait for the weekly flash sales. The device is available on Flipkart, Mi.com, Mi Home, Mi Studio, and Mi Preferred Partner stores in the country. The Note 7 comes with a price tag of Rs 13,999 ($200) for the base variant.

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Rooting an Android device has become quite easy with a single quick interface. The custom recoveries like TWRP, Philz, and others even facilitates the users with their GUI interface. The users can also root without the PC nowadays, but the compatibility of rooting using the mobile itself is limited to some popular devices. In today’s writeup, we will let you know how you can install TWRP Recovery and root Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro using Magisk.

TWRP which stands for TeamWin Recovery Project. It is an open-source and entirely GUI based custom recovery for Android devices. It allows Android users to enjoy fully touch-based UI and flash custom ROMs, MODs, Magisk, SuperSu, etc. TWRP is a door to install different customization modules with ease. It even supports full system backups of the current system state which are impossible without the custom recovery.

Advantages of Custom Recovery

• Easy Full-System backups
• Flash image file on the device.
• Adds the ability to remove bloatware from the stock ROM.
• Supports underclock and overclock of the processor.
• Quickly flash custom ROM, MOD, Framework.
• Support to quickly flash Xposed and Magisk Framework.
• Easy installation of SUperSu and Magisk for rooting
• Ability to wipe cache and data.

Xiaomi launched Redmi Note 7 Pro a few months ago with some attention-grabbing features. It debuted along with its younger feature-packed sibling – Redmi Note 7. There are some incredible features such as a 48-megapixel rear camera, an Octa-Core Snapdragon 675 processor, 4000 mAh battery and latest Android 9.0 Pie. The device carries a 6.3-inch full-HD+ display having the resolution of 1080×2340 pixels. It is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It can rapidly charge the 4000 mAh battery with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 4.0.

Note: GizmoChina.com is not responsible for any kind of damage to data or device while performing the unlocking. It will also void the device’s warranty and remove all data on the device. You’re proceeding at your own risk.

Install TWRP on Redmi Note 7 Pro

It is recommended that you carefully follow all the steps mentioned below.

Pre-Requisites:

• Make sure your battery is charged above 50%.
• Backup your Data on any external media or perform a Nandroid backup.
• Download ADB and Fastboot Drivers on the PC/Laptop.
• Download latest Xiaomi USB Drivers on the PC
• Download and save twrp-3.2.3-violet.img it to the Extracted folder of ADB – Fastboot drivers.
• Unlocked Bootloader of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Steps to install TWRP on Redmi Note 7 Pro

1. If Redmi Note 7’s Bootloader is unlocked, then you’re good to go with the next steps.
2. Enable the Debugging Mode, and OEM unlock on your device. Both the options can be found in the Developer Options.
3. Now, connect your device with PC via USB cable.
4. Extract ADB and Fastboot drivers in a folder on the PC. Then, Open the cmd or PowerShell by pressing Shift key + Right-Clicking in the same folder.
   
5. Once all the setup is complete, type the following command to reboot the Redmi Note 7 Pro into the fastboot mode (Note: Accept a pop-up asking for the USB debugging permission on your smartphone).

   adb reboot bootloader

6. After booting into the fastboot mode, type the below-mentioned command to flash the TWRP image you download. (Note: Place the twrp-3.2.3-violet.img file in the ADB and Fastboot extracted the folder.)

   fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.2.3-violet.img

7. After the successful flashing, reboot the device using the following command:

   fastboot reboot

8. Enjoy!

You have successfully installed TWRP Recovery on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro. In the next step, we will flash Magisk to get root access on teh device.

Root Redmi Note 7 Pro using Magisk

Make Sure to download the Magisk zip and Disable Encryption patch and move them to the phone’s storage.

• • Download Magisk.Zip and Disable Force Encryption Treble and move them to the Phone storage.

1. After rebooting, connect your device with the PC to get root access.
2. Type the ADB command to boot into the TWRP recovery successfully:

   adb reboot recovery

3. The device will automatically boot into TWRP, now take a NANDroid backup if you need data.
4. Now, Select “Install” from the TWRP and browse for the Magisk.zip file. Tap on it to select it.
5. Now, “Swipe to confirm flash” action.
6. Upon successful installation, select “Install” once again and locate “no-verity-force-encrypt.zip” file. Tap it to select it.
7. Again “Swipe to confirm flash” action.
8. Reboot System from TWRP Recovery.
9. Upon rebooting, a Magisk Manager application will be present from where you can control the access of each app.
10. You can also install the Root Checker app to verify root access.

We hope you’ve successfully rooted Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro with Magisk. If you have any queries or any doubt, let us know via comments.

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Redmi, a smartphone brand which split from its parent company Xiaomi earlier this year to work independently, has launched several phones this year. Recently, the company launched its flagship lineup — Redmi K20 series.

Now, when the Redmi K20 Summer Honey White color variant is set to go on sale in China from 1st August, the company has announced a price cut on other smartphone models as well, effective from 1st August.

The Redmi K20 Pro gets 300 yuan (~$44) price cut and will now be available from 2,299 yuan (~334) for the 6GB RAM model and 2,499 yuan (~$363) for the 8GB RAM model. It seems that the price cut is not only for the Summer Honey White but for all the variants of the Redmi K20 Pro.

Next is Redmi K20, which is receiving a price cut of 100 yuan (~$15) and will cost 1,999 yuan (~$290) for the 6GB + 128GB model. The Redmi Note 7 Pro is receiving a price cut of 200 yuan and now costs 1,399 yuan (~$203) for the 6GB + 128GB model.

The Redmi Note 7 also gets a 200 yuan price cut, bringing down the cost of 6GB + 64GB model to 1,199 yuan (~$174). The Redmi 7 has got 100 yuan price cut, costing 699 yuan (~$102) and 899 yuan (~$131) for the 3GB and 4GB RAM respectively. The Redmi 7A has also received a 50 yuan price cut and now costs 499 yuan (~$73) for the 2GB RAM model.

While we know that this new pricing will be applicable from 1st August in China, it is not yet known how long will this pricing be applicable. It’s not yet known if this is a permanent price cut or temporary but given that the Redmi K20 series is quite new, it’s unlikely that this is a permanent price cut.

The Redmi K20 Pro is the company’s flagship smartphone which was launched in China in May this year. It has turned out to be a best-seller for the independent Redmi brand, bringing in powerful specs at an affordable price tag.

The phone features a Snapdragon 855 flagship-grade processor, a 6.39-inch FHD display, up to 8GB + 256GB storage option, a triple camera setup of 48MP + 8MP + 13MP at the back and a considerably large battery of 4000mAh. It also comes with software features such as Mi Turbo and Game Turbo to boost UI and gaming experiences, respectively. It is powered by a 4,000mAh battery and comes with 27W fast charging support.

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Earlier this week, Redmi had released an image of a new color edition for the Redmi Note 7. At that time, it did not confirm on the name of the color variant, but it confirmed that it will be available for purchase from today. The new model that is dubbed as “Mirror Flower Water Moon” is now listed on the official online store for buying. The Redmi Note 7 Pro is also available in the new color.

The “Mirror Flower Water Moon” name may sound weird, but it describes the reflecting design of the new color variant. In Chinese, “Mirror Flower, Water Moon” is a proverb that refers to something that cannot be touched but can be seen. For instance, reflection of a flower on mirror or reflection of the moon on water’s surface. The below shown video of the new color variants showcases its beauty.

The Redmi Note 7 Mirror Flower Water Moon version comes in single version featuring 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. It carries a price tag of 1,199 Yuan (~$174) after 200 Yuan discount. The 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage edition of the Redmi Note 7 Pro costs 1,399 Yuan (~$203) after a price cut of 200 Yuan. These models will be available at discounted price tags until tomorrow.

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Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro Specifications and Features

The Redmi Note 7 has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch. It offers full HD+ resolution and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The Redmi Note 7 Pro also features the same display. Both front and rear sides of the phone is flanked with glass panels. The Snapdragon 660 chipset is present at the helm of the Note 7. The Snapdragon 675 powers the Note 7 Pro handset. MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS runs on the device. The hybrid SIM slot can be used for adding a microSD card on both smartphones.

The rear side of the Redmi Note 7 has a dual camera setup that includes the Samsung GM1 48-megapixel primary lens with f/1.8 aperture and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. The Sony IMX586 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup is available on the Note 7 Pro. The selfie notch on the Redmi Note 7 series feature a 13-megapixel camera. A 4,000mAh battery with 18W Quick Charge 4 support powers the Note 7 and Note 7 Pro smartphones.

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Xiaomi-backed Redmi has today announced a new color option for the Redmi Note 7 Pro smartphone in China — White. The Redmi Note 7 Pro White color variant will be available for purchase from tomorrow at 10:00 AM China time.

This is the fourth color option being offered by Xiaomi after it introduced the phone in Blue, Black, and Gold colors. Both the sides, front as well as the back of this new White-colored variant comes with Gorilla Glass 5 protection on top.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro boasts a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display with 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 450 nits brightness and 15000:1 contrast ratio. Under the hood, the device is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 octa-core chipset which is manufactured using the 11nm FinFET process, coupled with Adreno 612 GPU.

As for the memory configuration, the smartphone comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There’s also a microSD card slot that enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity up to 512GB.

In the camera department, the smartphone features a dual-camera setup on the back, consisting of a 48-megapixel primary Sony IMX586 sensor with f/1.79 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor for depth sensing along with an LED flash. The company is also introducing an AI-powered Steady handheld night photography mode for the first time.

The camera also comes with support for EIS and features like AI Portrait 2.0, Studio Lighting, Studio Lighting Live Preview and comes with support for 4K video recording at 30fps. On the front side, the phone is equipped with a 13-megapixel front-facing camera with AI Beautify, Studio Lighting, Scene Detection, Portrait Selfie, etc. It also comes with support for AI Face Unlock feature.

The phone has retained the 3.5mm headphone jack and comes with a USB Type-C port — a first for the Redmi Note series smartphone. There’s also an IR blaster which comes in handy for controlling electronics products. Along with the usual set of connectivity options, it also supports Dual SIM and Dual VoLTE. In terms of software, the phone is running the company’s own MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie operating system out-of-the-box.

It comes with P2i coating that ensures protection from rain, water spills, and sweat. The device is powered by a 4,000mAh battery with support for 18W Quick Charge 4 fast charging support. The company claims that it offers 14 days of standby time, 45 hours of talk time and 8.5 hours of gaming.

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Yesterday, we reported that the Redmi Note 7 series will be getting a new color variant and the teaser image hinted at it being white. Today, the official Redmi Weibo account shared a poster of the new color variant but is keeping a tight-lip on details.

The new color variant still has no official name yet as the caption for the image asks fans to guess the name of the new color. One correct answer will be chosen and the winner will get a Redmi Suitcase.

The new color variant is a shade of white and it actually looks pretty nice, though live photos may appear a bit different. The Redmi Note 7 is covered with Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides and is pretty strong, so if you wish, you may decide not to use a case or pick up a clear TPU case that doesn’t cover up the paint job.

There are no details yet regarding when the new color variant will be available for purchase, but we expect more info will surface soon.

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The Redmi Note 7 series comes in three color variants – Nebula Red, Neptune Blue, and Space Black. The official Weibo account has released a poster teasing a new color variant is coming soon.

Based on the image, the new color for the Redmi Note 7 series will be white, although it most likely won’t be plain white. We also expect it to have a fancy name like Pearl White, Marble White, or Polar White.

The TENAA listing for the Redmi Note 7 Pro does mention white among the colors the phone will be available in. However, the Weibo post says Redmi Note 7 series, so we expect both the Pro and non-Pro model will get this new color variant.

The Redmi Note 7 series launched in the first quarter of the year, so this new color variant is a way to refresh the series before a successor comes. Both phones have a similar design and pack the same 6.3-inch LCD FHD+ display and 4000mAh battery capacity. Both phones also support 18W fast charging, have a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, a USB Type-C port, and an audio jack.

However, the Redmi Note 7 has a Snapdragon 660 processor while the Redmi Note 7 Pro has a Snapdragon 675 chipset. The Redmi Note 7 also has Samsung’s GM1 48MP camera sensor while the Pro has Sony’s IMX586 48MP camera sensor.

Xiaomi has sold 15 million units of the Redmi Note 7 series since launch and we expect that number will rise with the announcement of a new color variant. The new color should launch soon and may also be available in other countries in the future.

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Until last year, Redmi existed as a sub-brand of Xiaomi. From the beginning of this year, Redmi started out as an independent brand. The first Redmi phone to launch this year was Redmi Note 7. On Jan. 10, Redmi had launched the Redmi Note 7 smartphone in China with a starting price of 999 Yuan (~$145) and the Note 7 Pro was announced in February with a starting cost of 1,599 Yuan (~$232). These handsets have received good reception in various markets including India. Today, the Chinese firm confirmed that the global sales of the Note 7 series have surpassed 15 million units.

In May, the company had claimed that the Note 7 series broke 10 million sales in 129 days. Today, it has revealed that the company was able to achieve sales of 15 million units in just six months. Until 2 days, the company has also announced new price cuts for the Redmi Note 7 series.

The 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage edition of the Redmi Note 7 was introduced with a price tag of 1,399 Yuan (~$203). The smartphone is now available in China with a price tag of 1,199 Yuan (~$174). The Redmi Note 7 Pro that features 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of native storage is priced at 1,599 Yuan (~$232). The smartphone can be now purchased with a pricing of 1,399 Yuan (~$203).

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Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro Specifications

The Redmi Note 7 has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch. It carries support for full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The Snapdragon 660 chipset powers the phone with up to 6 GB of RAM. It comes with up to 64 GB of storage and it has a microSD card slot for additional storage. The handset includes a 4,000mAh battery. The Note 7 came with 48-megapixel (Samsung GM1) + 5-megapixel dual camera setup and it has a front-facing camera of 13-megapixel.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro features the same 6.3-inch full HD+ display that’s available on the Note 7. The Snapdragon 675 SoC powers the phone along with 6 GB of RAM. It has a native storage of 128 GB and it also features a microSD slot. There is a Sony IMX586 48-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera system on the backside of the phone. The frontside of the phone has 13-megapixel selfie camera. The 4,000mAh battery of the phone supports 18W Quick Charge 4 fast charging. The MIUI 10 based Android 9 Pie OS comes loaded on both Note 7 and Note 7 Pro smartphones.

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Oukitel just released their flagship killer in the mid-range segment, Oukitel Y4800, and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro found a worthy opponent in the fight for the top spot. Both come with a 48MP camera as well as beautiful design and powerful performance that we went through in previous news but how do they compare in terms of battery consumption? Since both feature a 6.3″ FHD+ display and 4000mAh battery, the winner will be determined by software optimization and chipset power consumption management. The Redmi Note 7 Pro comes with the Snapdragon 675 octa-core SoC that is manufactured using the 11nm process while the Y4800 comes with Helio P70 8-core SoC with 12nm process. Also, both come with Android 9 Pie, MIUI-based on the Redmi and stock Android on Oukitel. So, which does the best job? Let’s see.

The test is based on a 3-hour test that includes 1 hour of online movie playing, 1 hour of camera recording, and 1 hour of online music streaming. As we can see in the video, after 1 hour of online movie playing, the Y4800 has 88% power left while the Redmi Note 7 Pro has 78% power. After 1 more hour of video recording, the Y4800 has 70% power remaining and the Redmi Note 7 Pro has 55% power left. At the end of the test, Oukitel’s device still has 55% power left while the Redmi has 27% power left. This is what a clear winner looks like.

The killer feature of Oukitel Y4800 is definitely the 48MP camera but performance is also satisfying with no lag or stutter during daily tasks. If you combine these features with the well-optimized battery consumption, then it is safe to say that the category just found a new king with longer battery life than similarly configured devices.

Starting on July 22nd, Oukitel Y4800 is entering the Global First Presale period exclusively on Banggood. Besides the discounted price of $199.99, buyers will also get extra free gifts like a Xiaomi finger ring holder, Xiaomi Mi Band 4 (limited units), and more. You can use the “In Stock Alert” and “Add to Wishlist” services on Banggood to receive a notification for when the presale starts. Also, there’s a Giveaway that you can participate in.

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The Redmi Note 7 Pro originally launched in two configurations – 4GB RAM + 64GB and 6GB RAM + 128GB. The phone will now also be available with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of built-in storage.

The announcement was made on Twitter by Manu Kumar Jain today. The new variant is priced at INR 15,999 (~$230) and is targeted at those who want more RAM but are fine with just 64GB of storage.

The tweet also revealed the new variant of the Redmi Note 7 Pro will go on sale tomorrow at noon and will be available for purchase on Mi.com and on Flipkart.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro has a 6.3-inch FHD+ Dot Drop Display. It is covered with Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides and comes in Nebula Red, Neptune Blue, and Space Black. There is a Snapdragon 675 processor under the hood. Irrespective of the variant you buy, users can add more storage via the hybrid SIM slot.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro has a 48MP primary rear camera paired with a 5MP sensor while a 13MP camera is in front for selfies and video calls. It also has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm audio jack, and 4000mAh battery that charges via a USB Type-C port and supports Quick Charge 4.

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Oukitel Y4800 was announced back in May and is a mid-range flagship killer featuring a 48MP camera, aiming at dethroning the Redmi Note 7. They are pretty similar both in design and specs and today we have a hands-on video to compare the two devices in real life. Keep in mind that the Y4800 presale will kick off on July 22nd with gifts like the Xiaomi finger ring stand and Mi Band 4.

Both the Redmi Note 7 Pro and Oukitel Y4800 come with the same 6.3″ FHD+ display and 1080*2340 resolution. As seen in the video, the colors on Note 7 Pro are a bit washed-out when compared with Y4800. The Y4800 comes with 3 dedicated slots, 2 for SIM cards and 1 for microSD card while the Note 7 Pro comes with a hybrid slot that can host either 2 SIM cards or 1 SIM and 1 microSD card. On the other hand, the Redmi comes with a USB Type-C port while Y4800 features the legacy 5-pin microUSB port. On the camera department, they both feature 48MP/5MP rear camera placed on the top left corner. Both perform pretty well in shooting photos.

As for the pricing, Oukitel Y4800 is the definite winner here as it comes at a lower price while having more RAM and internal storage (6GBRAM128GB) and they both sport a 4000mAh battery. Starting on July 22nd, Oukitel Y4800 is entering the Global First Presale period exclusively on Banggood. Besides the discounted price of $199.99, buyers will also get extra free gifts like a Xiaomi finger ring holder, Xiaomi Mi Band 4 (limited units), and more. Detailed activity and how to get the extra gifts will be announced next week both the company’s official website and on Banggood. In the meantime, you can use the “In Stock Alert” and “Add to Wishlist” services on Banggood to receive a notification for when the presale starts. Also, there’s a Giveaway that you can participate in.

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In May, Google had introduced the Android Q OS through its I/O 2019 conference. At that time, the search engine giant had added two Xiaomi phones such as Xiaomi Mi 9 and Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 5G phones to Android Q beta testing program. Later on, the Redmi K20 Pro was also included in the Android Q beta program. Today, the Chinese firm has confirmed the roadmap of Android Q beta testing schedule for as many as 11 smartphones through its MIUI forum.

Xiaomi will begin with the beta testing of Android Q update for 9 smartphones like Xiaomi Mi 9, Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, Redmi K20 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 8, Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition, Xiaomi Mi 8 Screen Fingerprint Edition, Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S, Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 and Redmi K20 in the last quarter of this year. In the first quarter, the Chinese firm will carry out the Android Q beta testing for Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro smartphones.

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As far as Android Q update for other Xiaomi devices, it will be rolled out after the best testing is successfully completed and all the bugs are ironed out. Probably, the stable version of Android Q update for the first 9 Xiaomi phones mentioned above could be made available in first or second quarter of 2020. The Redmi Note 7 and Note 7 Pro may receive the stable version of Android Q probably in the second quarter of 2020. Xiaomi is expected to launch the MIUI 11 update in the next months. Hopefully, the company may tag along MIUI 11 update along with Android Q update for its aforementioned smartphones.

Google is expected to introduce the final version of Android Q in August. The new OS will be first made available to Google’s Pixel devices and phones that are enrolled in the beta program such as Asus ZenFone 5z, Essential PH-1, Nokia 8.1, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, LG G8 ThinQ, OnePlus 6, OnePlus 6T, OnePlus 7, OnePlus 7 Pro, OPPO Reno, Realme 3 Pro, Redmi K20 Por, Sony Xperia XZ3, Techno Spark 3 Pro, Vivo X27, Vivo NEX S, Vivo NEX A, Xiaomi Mi 9 and Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 5G.

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In a surprise announcement, Xiaomi has announced that the Redmi Note 7 Pro is getting a price cut in China. In conjunction with 618 day, the Redmi Note 7 Pro’s price will get cut down to a mere 1399 yuan, or about $202. This is the first time we’ve seen the Redmi Note 7 get a discounted price since its launch, but it’s clearly not going to be permanent change.

The phone comes with a 2.5D curved glass on the front as well as back, which is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on both the sides, protecting it from minor scratches. Under the hood, the device is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 octa-core chipset which is manufactured using the 11nm FinFET process. As for the memory configuration, the smartphone comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

For the camera department, the Redmi Note 7 Pro features a dual camera setup with Sony’s 48-megapixel IMX586 sensor and a 5-megapixel depth sensor, while the selfie camera is 13-megapixels. The Redmi Note 7 features only a 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual rear camera setup, however still has the 13-megapixel selfie camera of the Pro.

For those of you in China, this may be your only chance to get discounted Redmi Note 7 Pro for a long time. The device is still selling incredibly well everywhere, so there’s a high chance we won’t be seeing another sale anytime soon. I’d recommend bucking up and snatching a unit before they’re all gone and the chance passes. Until then, stay around on Gizmochina.com for more Xiaomi news.

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The Z series from Motorola has always been the most important flagship line-up of the U.S. giant controlled by Lenovo, but that is not the case this year. A few days ago, Motorola announced the Moto Z4 and this time it is just a mid-ranger. After that, the company said that there will be no Moto Z4 Force, neither a Moto Z4 Play. So goodbye flagship from the Z series, it seems. The only thing left now is to understand if the new Moto Z4 has a high value for money and, in order to let you know, we will compare it with two best-buys of the actual market: the new Meizu 16Xs and the best-selling Redmi Note 7 Pro by Xiaomi’s sub-brand.

Motorola Moto Z4 vs Meizu 16Xs vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

Design

Motorola Moto Z4 wins the build quality awards as it comes with the most solid and premium materials. It has a glass back as well as an aluminum frame, and it is splash and dust resistant as proved by the P2i certification, despite it is not waterproof. It even supports MotoMods: you can stick additional modules on its back thanks to the pins on the lower part of the back cover, including a MotoMod which enables the 5G connectivity! While its build quality is simply amazing, we can not say the same about its look. The glass back of Meizu 16Xs and Redmi Note 7 Pro look a lot more attractive, at least according to my tastes. Meizu 16Xs has also a cleaner back because it features an in-display fingerprint reader, that is why it is my favorite one. Which one do you prefer?

Display

While Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro is equipped with a traditional IPS display, Motorola Moto Z4 and Meizu 16Xs come with much better OLED screens. They provide more brilliant colors and deeper blacks, so I prefer them. Meizu 16Xs has an in-display fingerprint reader but it also comes with a smaller screen, while Motorola Moto Z4 has a bigger panel, a waterdrop notch to reduce the upper bezel and an in-display fingerprint reader as well. Given that both are Full HD OLED displays there are only marginal differences when it comes to display quality.

Specs & Software

The chipset is the component which made us go for this comparison. All of these devices are powered by a Snapdragon 675 SoC by Qualcomm which delivers upper-midrange performances similar to the ones offered by the Snapdragon 710 (slightly better CPU but worse GPU, tough). Motorola Moto Z4 comes with a stock Android version based on Android Pie, but it has only 4 GB of RAM, while Meizu 16Xs and Redmi Note 7 Pro are equipped with up to 6 GB of RAM.

Camera

Motorola Moto Z4 has just a single camera on its rear side, but it may give us several surprises and it may be the best camera phone of the trio despite its rivals come with triple cameras. Its rear sensor has a very bright f/1.7 aperture as well as OIS, unlike its rivals. Most of Motorola phones come with very nice cameras, even in the midrange segment. So we have high expectations for the Moto Z4. It even comes with the best front camera on the paper: a 25 MP snapper with an f/2.0 focal aperture. And you can enhance the camera performances with several MotoMods.

Battery

The battery capacity is the weak point of the Moto Z4 as it comes with just 3600 mAh of capacity, but thanks to the battery pack MotoMod, it can provide the longest battery life. However, MotoMods are sold separately, so if we exclude the additional battery pack, Meizu 16Xs and Redmi Note 7 Pro should come with a way longer battery life. Given its OLED display, Meizu 16Xs might last more on a single charge, but it remains to be seen.

Price

Redmi Note 7 Pro costs €200/$223 in its base variant, Meizu 16Xs starts from €220/$246 and Moto Z4 costs €500/$556. The Moto Z4 is definitely the best and most interesting phone, but Meizu 16Xs has the highest value for money with its OLED display, big battery, in-display fingerprint reader and great cameras.

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Motorola Moto Z4 vs Meizu 16Xs vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

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Meizu 16Xs

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The Redmi Note 7 is a pretty popular phone. It is available in a lot of countries including China, India, Nigeria, UK, and Ukraine. As at early April, Redmi revealed it has sold 4 million units globally, and even then, it wasn’t yet available in some of the aforementioned countries. Today, Xiaomi India claims it has sold 2 million units in just 2 months.

The figure includes sales of the Redmi Note 7 Pro too. According to Manu Kumar Jain, MD Xiaomi India, they sold 2.5 lakh (250,000 units) per week while demand was probably over 1 million units.

While the figure is impressive, it will likely be higher if Xiaomi/Redmi didn’t resort to flash sales. The company still struggles with meeting demands when it launches a new phone. We explained why that happens in this post. However, Xiaomi itself has revealed that it sometimes uses flash sales to its own advantage.

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There is no info yet on the number of Redmi 7 phones sold but we won’t be surprised if it is also flying off shelves. The phone launched in India and Nigeria on April 24, so a sales milestone will probably be unveiled in a few weeks.

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