Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Y2 smartphone in India to replace the Redmi Y1 phone that was launched in November last year. The handset is a rebranded Redmi S2 phone that was launched in China in the previous month. Compared to the last year’s Redmi Y1, the successor handset has come with numerous improvements like 18:9 display, improved processor, top quality selfie camera and dual rear cameras.

Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Specifications and Features

The Redmi Y2 wears a metallic body and it comes in colors like Elegant Gold, Rose Gold and Dark Grey. It features a 5.99-inch IPS LCD screen that produces FHD+ resolution. The 32 GB storage + 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage + 4 GB RAM editions of the Xiaomi Redmi Y2 are powered by Snapdragon 625. The handset features a dedicated slot for adding a microSD card.

The bestselling feature of the Redmi Y2 is the soft-LED equipped with 16-megapixel camera that comes with AI capabilities. It has a large aperture f/2.0 and offers a field of view of 78 degrees.

It can shoot better photos in low light by merging four pixels into a single Super Pixel that has a size of 2micron. The resultant images have reduced noise and better clarity. The Auto HDR feature can automatically adjust the brightness while shooting photos. The Al Beautify 4.0 feature enhances 10 kinds of facial features like skin tone, eyes, nose and lips while capturing selfies. AI Portrait mode is an optimized feature that effectively blurs the background by focusing more on the subject.

The Redmi Y2 borrows the 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel dual camera setup from the Redmi Note 5 Pro. It is equipped with features like dual-tone LED flash, AI portrait shots, AI low-light photography and HDR.

For security, Xiaomi has included AI-based facial recognition through the camera as well as fingerprint scanner. The handset is preinstalled with Android 8.1 Oreo that is overlaid with a skin of MIUI 9.5. It includes the other usual connectivity features such as 4G VoLTE, dual-SIM support, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, microUSB 2.0 and 3.5mm audio jack. It also features an IR blaster.

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Xiaomi Redmi Y2 Pricing, Availability and Launch Offers

Xiaomi is aiming the Y series of smartphones towards the youth in India. It has signed up popular Bollywood celebrity Katrina Kaif to endorse the phone in the country. The 32 GB edition of the selfie-centric Redmi Y2 is priced at Rs. 9,999 (~$149) whereas the 64 GB model carries a pricing of Rs. 12,999 (~$193). It sales will begin on Amazon India, Mi.com and Mi Home from June 12 starting at 12 PM.

ICICI credit and debit card users can take advantage of Rs. 500 discount on the first sale day of the Redmi Y2. Airtel is giving an instant cashback of Rs. 1,800 for Redmi Y2 buyers along with free 240 GB data. The handset will be reaching its customers along with a free ultra-thin case.

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Xiaomi is reportedly working on a successor model for the Mi 5X phone that was introduced in July last year. Its successor phone – the Xiaomi Mi 6X has been already certified by TENAA authority in China. Just as the Mi 5X was introduced as Mi A1 Android One phone outside of China, the Mi 6X is also pegged to be available as Mi A2 outside of the home market. A tipster was able to find references of Mi A2 and the upcoming Redmi Y2 phone in the source code of the Indian version of the official site of Xiaomi. This suggest that the Xiaomi Mi A2 and Redmi Y2 may debut in India soon.

Texts such as “Mi A2 Hard Case”, “Redmi Y2 Perforated Case Black” and “Redmi Y2 Perforated Case Blue” has been spotted in the source code of Xiaomi’s site. As of this writing, they are no longer available on the website as they have been removed. However, the tipster was able to capture the following screenshots.

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The Xiaomi Mi A2 could be an Android One phone like its predecessor. It is likely to arrive with same specs that are available on Mi 6X. Hence, it is rumored to arrive with a 5.99-inch IPS LCD screen that supports FHD+ resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. It is expected to be available in 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage variants. For photography, it may feature a dual camera module that may include a 12-megapixel sensor and a 20-megapixel sensor. For shooting selfies, it may house the same 20-megapixel front-facing camera that is available on the Redmi Note 5 Pro that was launched in February in India. It is speculated to be powered by Snapdragon 636 SoC and it may feature a 2,910mAh battery.

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Last year, Xiaomi had launched the Redmi Note 5A and Redmi Note 5A and Note 5A Prime in China. The same phones later made their way to India as Redmi Y1 Lite and Redmi Y2. The appearance of Redmi Y2 in the source code of Xiaomi’s site hints that its arrival is drawing near. The comapny may also debut the Redmi Y2 Lite alongside the Y2. However, as of this writing, there is no information available on the specs, features and pricing of Y2 and Y2 Lite.

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Xiaomi had introduced the MIUI 9 proprietary Android skin in July last year. The company began the roll out of the MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM from November. Xiaomi’s Global VP and Managing Director for India confirmed on Twitter earlier this week on the list of Xiaomi phones that are eligible to receive the MIUI 9 update. The eligible devise list reveals that even four-year old phones such as Mi 3 and Redmi 1S will be treated with the MIUI 9 update.

Here is the list of 21 Xiaomi phones that are eligible to receive the MIUI 9 update:

Redmi series: Redmi 1S, Redmi 2, Redmi 2 Prime, Redmi 3, Redmi 3S Prime, Redmi 4, Redmi 4A, Redmi Y1, Redmi Y1 Lite

Redmi Note series: Redmi Note 4G, Redmi Note Prime, Redmi Note 3, Redmi Note 4

Mi series: Mi 3, Mi 4, Mi 4i, Mi 5, Mi Max, Mi Max Prime, Mi Max 2, Mi MIX 2

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Some of the aforementioned smartphones have already received the MIUI 9. Newer handsets such as the Redmi Note 4, Redmi Y1, Redmi Y1 Lite, Mi MIX 2, Mi Max 2 are receiving the Android Nougat flavored version of MIUI 9 update. However, some of the older phones such as Redmi Note 3 are receiving Android 6.0 Marshmallow flavored MIUI 9 update which lacks some of the features like split-screen mode.

The MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM should automatically arrive as OTA update on the above listed phones. Alternatively, users can manually check for the arrival of the MIUI 9 update by navigating to Settings > About Phone > System Update. It is recommended for users to perform the data backup for their device before installing the MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM.

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Xiaomi Republic Day sale that began on Jan. 24 on Mi.com and Mi Store app in India will come to an end today Through this sale, fans can not only avail Xiaomi smartphones at discounted pricing, but also other products like power banks, accessories, home gadgets and non-tech products are now listed with enticing pricing.

Smartphone Deals

There is a flat discount of Rs. 3,000 on Xiaomi Mi MIX 2 as it is now available for Rs. 32,999. The Mi A1 is now selling for Rs. 13,999 after a price cut of Rs. 1,000. The Mi Max 2 is listed with a price tag of Rs. 12,999 after a discount of Rs. 1,000.

The Redmi Note 4 and Redmi 4 smartphones are now available with a starting price of Rs. 9,999 and Rs. 6,999, respectively. The Redmi Y1 is listed with a start price of Rs. 8,999 and the Y1 Lite can be availed with a beginning cost of Rs. 6,999. The Redmi 5A is available for Rs. 4,999. However, the entry-level smartphone can be purchased for Rs. 4,000 at offline stores of Big Bazaar through Rs. 1,000 cash back on Future Pay wallet and additional 10 percent for Axis Bank credit and debit card users. This offer is available between Jan. 22 and Jan. 28 or until the stock lasts.

Accessories

The Xiaomi Mi Power Bank 2i with 20,0000mAh capacity is listed for Rs. 1,499. Its 10,000mAh variant is priced at Rs. 799. The Mi In-Ear Headphones Basic, Headphones Pro HD and Headphones Comfort are respectively priced at Rs. 499, Rs. 1,699 and Rs. 2,999. The Mi Capsule Earphones is priced at Rs. 1,599.

The Mi Bluetooth Speaker Basic 2 is available for Rs. 1,599. The Mi Bluetooth Headset Basic can be availed for Rs. 899. The HRX Edition Mi Band costs Rs. 1,299 and its blue colored strap is priced at Rs. 199.

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Other Products

The Mi Router 3C is available for Rs. 999 and Mi Wi-Fi Repeaters costs Rs. 799. The Mi VR Play 2 headset is carrying a price tag of Rs. 1,099. The Mi Car Charger, Mi Crewneck T-shirt Black and Mi Business Backpack are respectively priced a Rs. 699, Rs. 549 and Rs. 1,299.

The who login into Mi.com can get Rs. 50, Rs. 100, Rs. 200 and Rs. 500 coupons that can be used to purchase Xiaomi products. The sale will be coming to an end today. Payments through MobiKwik will bring up to 30 percent flat discount. Buyers will also receive Hungama Play subscription for 3 months and Hungama music subscription for 12 months for free.

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