Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite is now in its final year of regular software updates with the release of the January 2021 Android security patch for the device.

The Mi A2 Lite will not receive an operating system upgrade above Android 10, but it will continue to receive security patch updates for a 180 day period. This is the third year of updates for the device since it was released in July 2018. The phone, as it stands, can no longer receive another OS upgrade, but would still have security updates until July 2021.

The security patch to the Mi A2 Lite also provides system performance optimizations and improved overall stability.

As a tradition, Xiaomi always includes ‘Optimized system performance’ and ‘Improved system security and stability’ in the changelog for security patch updates, though. Hence, we can hazard a guess that the current security patch V11.0.17.0.QDLMIXM most likely only upgrades the Mi A2 Lite to Google’s latest security patch.

The V11.0.17.0.QDLMIXM security patch should arrive as a small over-the-air (OTA) download of size 16 MB in size. The patch integrates into your device so that a notification will be received by the user, that a new update is now available for download. On the other hand, if for any reason, you are yet to get a notification that an update is available, then you can download the patch and install it.

Please note that the installation file is hosted on Xiaomi’s servers. The same applies to the recovery and fastboot ROMs, which could be downloaded and flashed if you have run into trouble on your Mi A2 Lite.

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Xiaomi‘s 2018 stock Android-running Mi A2 Lite last week received an update to Google’s latest Android 10 OS but that was not to last as the company soon rolled back the update as a result of bugs. The early build of the update was expected to have some bugs but in the case of the Mi A2 Lite, just like the Mi A3, the issues with the update extend beyond just a few minor bugs. Some users complained of their phone’s LCD getting damaged permanently while in other cases, the battery won’t charge fully. In some extreme cases, the phones got bricked and several other issues.

Xiaomi is reportedly working hard to fix the issues caused by the flopped Android 10 update. To this end, the company’s software team announced in the Mi community that it is working towards rolling out a new OTA update all through this month. In essence, owners of the Mi A2 Lite will start receiving the update in batches before April. However, no specific date was stated for the rollout.

In addition, Xiaomi is encouraging A2 Lite users whose models were bricked by the botched Android 10 update to take the units to authorized Mi service centres or return them to retailers for post-sales assistance (RMA).

We’ll keep you informed as soon as the updates start rolling.

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Xiaomi‘s 2018 stock Android-running Mi A2 Lite was recently announced to have received the latest update to Android 10 a couple of days back. Even though the early build is expected to have some bugs, the issues with the update extend beyond just a few minor bugs. A Reddit user has complained that his Mi A2 Lite’s LCD screen got damaged after the update.

According to the user, after the device got the Android 10 update he soon discovered that the bottom of his LCD screen had become damaged after the first boot that was delayed. Before the update, the screen was in perfect working condition and had not shown any sign of degradation. Apart from that, a few other persons in the thread also confirmed having a similar issue on their devices. It is likely that a bug in the kernel may have fed too much voltage to the backlight and fried it.

The Reddit user also reported that after upgrading to Android 10, the battery indicator got stuck at 66% and despite charging it for several hours. As at this moment, Xiaomi is yet to respond to this issue. Perhaps, that is because the OTA update is yet to be rolled out.

The stock Android-packing Xiaomi A-series models have been plagued with one controversy or the other since the company started rolling out updates. Recently, the Mi A3 got updated to Android 10 and the update was filled with so many bugs that Xiaomi had to roll back the update.

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Xiaomi relies heavily on ad placement inside its custom MIUI OS as a source of revenue. The company, however, took the industry by surprise when it launched the Mi A1 in 2017 and then the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite 2018 running stock Android under Google’s Android One program. The Mi A3 was also released in 2019. The Mi A2 and A2 Lite launched with Android 8.1 Oreo but received Android 9 update last ear. The Mi A2 Lite had earlier been confirmed to receive Android 10 update.

Now, several Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite units running Android 10 have surfaced on GeekBench. The models included versions having 3GB and 4GB of RAM. The Mi A2 Lite models were also listed with the MSM8953 motherboard which integrates the Snapdragon 625 that powers the Mi A2 Lite.

As stated earlier, Xiaomi had earlier confirmed the Mi A2 Lite will receive Android 10 update after disgruntled users filed a petition for not receiving Android 10 update on Change.org. Before the petition, the company had earlier hinted that it had no plans of releasing Android 10 update for the A2 Lite. Thus, the GeekBench listings may be an indication that the update will roll out pretty soon. We expect the Mi A2 to also receive the update for Google’s latest OS version. No doubt, this will definitely be the last major Android update the Mi A2 models will receive.

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Chinese electronics conglomerate Xiaomi had announced the Android 10-based MIUI update for the Xiaomi Mi A2 earlier last month. The same has now been confirmed for the Mi A2 Lite this week. However, the confirmation has arrived after disgruntled users filed a petition for not receiving Android 10 update on Change.org.

Xiaomi had earlier mentioned that there were no plans to bring the Android 10 update to the Mi A2 Lite, causing mass criticism from the fans and the users. According to the company’s official statement on the Mi forum, a spokesperson said, “There is no tentative deadline for the rollout of the new Android 10 update for the A2 Lite. We can only assure users at the time that development is underway”. 

The company has just rolled out an update for the Xiaomi Mi A3, although, it is said to be plagued with unknown issues. Xiaomi plans to take its time with the Mi A2 Lite, as to avoid further controversy with the OTA. If early reports are to be believed, the new update brings a host of additional features including gesture guidance, dark mode, smart reply, location controls, and additional privacy, etc.

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Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite Specifications and Features

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite flaunts a 5.84-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels along with an aspect ratio of 19:9. The device flaunts a dual-camera setup at the rear comprising of a 12-megapixel primary sensor along with a 5-megapixel depth-sensing unit. 

The smartphone draws power from a 2.0 GHz octa-core Snapdragon 625 SoC with Adreno 506 GPU and packs a 4,000 mAh battery. The smartphone packs 4GB of RAM along with 64GB of native storage. It comes with Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI out-of-the-box, upgradable to Android 9. The device sports a fingerprint scanner for additional security. In terms of connectivity, the Mi A2 Lite gets Bluetooth 4.2, dual-band Wi-Fi, microUSB 2.0, and 4G LTE.

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A lot of people consider Xiaomi the best budget phones manufacturer. The company mainly focuses on budget devices and they made it enter the top 5 world’s best smartphones brands alongside Samsung, Apple, and Huawei. The Chinese company released a lot of handsets with a very affordable price tag which became best-sellers in their segment. In this comparison, we will focus on the latest ones launched with prices under €200: Xiaomi Mi Play, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite. They offer similar specs and performance, but each of them has different pro and cons. With this comparison, we will help you find out which is the best for you.

Xiaomi Mi Play vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

Design

The design is one of the key elements of Xiaomi Mi Play. It is very hard to find a device in its price range which is as beautiful as this one. It comes with a stunning glass back and it is also the first Xiaomi phone to come with a waterdrop notch. Further, it is a compact phone and it is also very lightweight with just 150 grams. It has even a thin body with just 7.8 mm thickness. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite are classic devices with a full metal unibody design, with the latter being more compact. You can find a lot of devices with similar aesthetics and their price tags, so Xiaomi Mi Play wins the comparison.

Display

Classic IPS panels with marginal differences, so, in terms of viewing quality, we consider it a draw. The real aspect that you should consider is the size of these displays: if you want a phablet suitable for productivity and multimedia, then you should go for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and its 6.26-inch screen. But if you prefer compact devices that fit in a pocket and are easy to use with one hand, then the other twos are better. Xiaomi Mi Play has a smaller notch, so I would prefer it to the Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite.

Specs & Software

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is the device which can provide the best performances because it is equipped with a more powerful chipset: the Snapdragon 636 by Qualcomm running at a max frequency of 1.8 GHz. Further, it is the only to come with up to 6 GB of RAM in the most expensive variant. The second place goes to Xiaomi Mi Play: the first smartphone to pack the new Helio P35 SoC by MediaTek, which is on par with the Snapdragon 632. Further, it is the only to come with Android Pie out of the box, but Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite has Android One, the stock version of the operating system which will be constantly supported by Google.

Camera

Besides being the fastest phone, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is also the best camera phone for both rear and front cameras. On the rear, it features a bright aperture and it can adapt better to every light condition, while on the front it has a dual selfie camera with a high resolution and a useful depth sensor. Xiaomi Mi Play comes right after with its sufficient rear cameras and a better front camera than Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite, but the differences between the Mi Play and Mi A2 Lite in terms of photo quality are minimal.

Battery

Xiaomi Mi Play has an average 3000 mAh battery, so it is excluded from the battery comparison because it cannot compete with its internal concurrence. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite both have a huge 4000 mAh battery and they are among the best battery phones out there. Even though the battery capacity is the same, Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite is able to provide a longer battery life because it has a smaller display paired with a very efficient SoC: the Snapdragon 625 which has a very low energy consumption. And it has a stock operative system with no bloatware or customizations that could impact on battery life.

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Price

Even though they are three devices from the same company, you can find these smartphones at similar prices. Xiaomi Mi Play just debuted in China with a $160 price tag, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is already available in the global market with a price tag ranging from €180 to €200. At last, Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite with Android One can be found at about €160 thanks to online street prices. This handset is known as the Redmi 6 Pro in China, but in this country it comes with the MIUI instead of Android One.

Xiaomi Mi Play vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro vs Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Mi Play

PROs

• Better design
• Affordable price
• Compact
• Android Pie out of the box

CONS

• Smaller battery

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

PROs

• Wide display
• Big battery
• Better cameras
• Higher performance

CONS

• Worse design

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

PROs

• Android One
• Big battery
• Micro SD dedicated slot
• Compact design

CONS

• Lower-end chipset

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Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Chinese online store Banggood is doling out noteworthy discounts on select smartphones from Xiaomi.
Aside from divulging more details about the phones, and the aforesaid discounts, we’ll show how you can save more money at checkout. So without further ado, let’s delve straight into the details.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A (2GB RAM+16GB ROM)

The global version of the Redmi 6A smartphone that was launched this year in June has gone up for sale carrying a lowered price tag of just $105.49 on Banggood. This is a significant 19 percent reduction the device’s original selling price of $129.99.
In addition to getting this discount, you can use coupon code 12BG6AG to get an extra $16.88 off at the time of checking out. In other words, you can use the coupon to bring the phone’s already lowered retail price further down to only $88.61.

You can follow this link to grab the discount, which will be valid for the black and gold color versions of the Redmi 6A smartphone.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A (2GB RAM+32GB ROM)

The slightly larger variant of the Redmi 6A smartphone that offers 2GB of RAM along with 32GB of onboard storage space would normally set you back a pretty penny, but you can now buy it for just $117.64 on Banggood. This is a 16 percent drop in the phone’s original selling price of $140.10.

Moreover, you can apply coupon code 12BG6A3CL2 and reduce the phone’s selling price to only $99.99. You can use the coupon to get an extra $17.65 off without breaking a sweat. You can visit this link to avail the discount, which will be limited specifically for the gold color version of this variant.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite (3GB RAM+32GB ROM)

Xiaomi made its long-awaited Mi A2 Lite smartphone available to the public this year in July. Following in the footsteps of its well-received predecessors, the Mi A2 Lite became an instant hit among Xiaomi fans.

If you have restlessly been waiting to get your hands on the Mi A2 Lite smartphone without spending a lot of money, it might interest you to know that the coveted smartphone has gone up for sale carrying a considerably reduced price tag of $169.99 on Banggood.
If this 27 percent reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $231.49 doesn’t impress you much, you can use coupon code 12BGA24 in order to get an extra $18.7 off at the time of checking out. The coupon helps you reduce the phone’s retail price to just $151.29.

You can head straight to this link to grab this discount, which will be valid for the black, gold and blue color versions of the handset for a limited period of time.

Xiaomi Mi 8 (6GB RAM+64GB ROM)

Xiaomi took the wraps off its Mi 8 smartphone in June this year. The phone boasts an impressive array of features that helped it garner huge popularity among smartphone lovers.

Taking the phone’s skyrocketing demand into consideration, the Chinese electronics giant is now offering the Mi 8 for a dropped price of $408.99 on Banggood.
This is a 32 percent decrease in the device’s original asking price of $599.99. On top of that, you can use coupon code 12B86GB and bring the already lowered retail price of the Mi 8 further down to just $347.64 before placing your order.

You can follow this link to take full advantage of this discount, which is now available on the black as well as blue color versions of the Mi 8 smartphone.

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Android 9.0 Pie is still relatively new and hasn’t exactly gotten to a notable percentage of Android devices. A number of Android One phones have started receiving the update to Android Pie, coupled with several flagship models that were launched with Android Pie pre-installed. However, the usage percentage of Android Pie is still unknown as Google last updated the Android usage chart in October and Android Pie wasn’t captured.

Android 9 Pie is finally here! Mi A2 will be the first of our Android One phones to receive the update from 18 Dec! Get ready for all Android 9 Pie features! RT if you have your slice of the Pie now! #MiA2 #Android9Pie #Android9 #AndroidPie pic.twitter.com/7mNfl3Wsd6

— Xiaomi #48MPforEveryone (@xiaomi) December 17, 2018

The Mi A2 is now set to swell the number of models that is rocking Android Pie already as Xiaomi has announced that the Android One phone will start receiving the update on December 18. Before now, a few Xiaomi Mi A2 users who are beta testers received the Android 9 Pie update on November 16 but the update will be without restriction.

This update will make the Mi A2 become Xiaomi’s first Android One model to receive the stable Android Pie update. The update is pretty fast compared to the pace the Mi A1 received Android Oreo update. The same fate might befall the A1 but we can’t say for sure. However, since Mi A2 Lite also got the Android Pie stable ROM delivered to select users 10 days after the A2, it simply means the global release of its own stable ROM to users isn’t too far behind. Perhaps, Xiaomi will start pushing updates to Mi A2 Lite phones around New Year’s Eve or in early January.

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If you’ve restlessly been waiting for smartphone prices to drop, we got good news for you.           Known for offering the best bang for your buck, Banggood has teamed up with popular handset manufacturers including Xiaomi and OnePlus to offer a wide selection of well-received smartphone for considerably lowered prices.

We’ll shed light on the aforesaid discounts while showing how you can save extra money during the checkout process. So without further ado, let’s head straight to the details.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite (3GB RAM+32GB ROM)

This Mi A2 Lite smartphone with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage has gone up for sale carrying a reduced price tag of only $165.99 on Banggood. Note that the original asking price of this variant is $231.49.

You can extend this 28% discount and get an extra $16.60 off simply by applying coupon code 11BGA23 at the time of checking out. Your grand total reduces to only $149.39 as soon as you apply the coupon.
You can head straight to this link if you’re interested in buying the Xiaomi Mi A2 smartphone at a lowered price before the promotion ends.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite Global Version (4GB RAM+64GB ROM)

The slightly larger global version of the Mi A2 Lite that ships with 4GB of RAM and offers 64GB of onboard storage usually carries a $259.99 price tag. Thanks to a 23% discount, the aforesaid variant can now be yours for a dropped price of just $199.99 on GeekBuying.

On top of that, you can use coupon code 11BGA2L64 to save an extra $30. In other words, you can bring your already lowered grand total down to just $169.99 by applying the coupon code before proceeding to checkout. You can follow this link to grab the discount before the promo ends.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro

The recently launched Redmi Note 6 Pro with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage can now be yours for just $197.99 on Banggood. This is a 14% drop in the device’s retail price of $229.99.

In addition to taking advantage of this discount, you can use coupon code 11BGR6P4 to save an extra $23.76 before you click the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ button. As a result, your grand total drops to just $174.23.
In order to ensure you do not miss this opportunity, all you need to do is to follow this link before the promo comes to an end.

OnePlus 6 (6GB RAM+64G ROM)

The well-received OnePlus 6 smartphone would normally set you back a pretty penny on both online and offline stores, but you can now get your hands on the phone for just $510.89 on Banggood. This is a significant 16% decrease in the phone’s steep retail price of $609.99.

On top of that, you can use coupon code BG11OP6 and save $122.61 extra. The coupon helps you reduce your already modest cart total to only $388.28 before you proceed to checkout.
Regrettably, the promo is slated to end soon. You can follow this link to avail the discount before the promo ends.

OnePlus 6 (8GB RAM+128GB ROM)

The larger variant of the OnePlus 6 smartphone that comes with 8GB of RAM and offers a hearty 128GB of internal storage usually sells for $679.99. In a bid to make this slightly bigger variant of the OnePlus 6 available to cost-conscious buyers, the Chinese smartphone maker is offering a big 20% off on its original selling price.

As a result, the 8GB RAM+128GB ROM model of the OnePlus 6 smartphone is now available for only $541 on Banggood. Aside from that, you can use coupon code 11bgop68 and save $102.79 more during the checkout process.

The coupon helps you decrease your grand total to only $438.21. You can follow this link and take advantage of this discount and use the coupon before the promotion comes to an end.

OnePlus 6T (6GB RAM+128GB ROM)

Following in the footsteps of its well-received predecessor, the OnePlus 6T became an instant hit among those who fancy watching their favorite videos and playing games on a big-screen mobile device. On the downside, the phone didn’t come cheap.

OnePlus fans that have restlessly been waiting to get their hands on this recently launched OnePlus 6 successor without spending a lot of money can now avail a 30% off on the coveted smartphone’s 6GB RAM+128GB ROM version. This model usually carries a steep $899.99 price tag.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, you can now buy this version for only $628.56 on Banggood. But if that doesn’t impress you much, you can apply coupon code 6t611bf and get an extra $69.14 off. Your grand total reduces to just $559.42 after using the coupon.

You can follow this link to grab the discount, which will only be valid for a limited period of time.

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Xiaomi added a Lite version to the Mi A2 when it was launched recently. The new, trimmed down version is no doubt aimed at fully utilizing the popularity of Xiaomi’s stock Android-running smartphone series. The Mi A2 and A2 Lite continued where the Mi A1 stopped by launching with stock Android Oreo OS under Google’s Android One programme.

There are indications that the Mi A2 Lite may soon get Android Pie update as Xiaomi has commenced recruitment of beta testers who will be early adopters and will actively report back if bugs are detected. Of course, this is only open to Mi A2 Lite owners and they must install the QQ app that is used for official communication for bugs and features. Of course, you have to speak English and know the basics of porting ROMs. In addition, intending beta testers are required to be active on the MIUI forum and willing to get into discussions with other members of the program.

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Interested Mi A2 Lite users who are interested will need to download the MIUI Global Forum app on Google Play store. They will also be required to provide their phone’s IMEI and complete an online form. The application terminates this weekend and thereafter, Xiaomi will reach out to users the company has selected.

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Xiaomi fans, rejoice. A wide selection of Xiaomi-branded smartphones has gone up for sale carrying heavily discounted price tags.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Smartphone (Global Version)

The global version of the Mi 8 usually sells for $599.99, but you can now buy it at a dropped price of just $424.56 on Banggood. This 29% reduction can be extended further by using coupon code 1111M8G during the check out process.

The coupon helps you save an extra $59.44 and reduce your grand total to $65.12. This discount will be valid for the black and blue color versions of the smartphone that ship with 6GB of RAM and 64GB ROM.
Alternatively, you can use coupon code 11BGM8GCL2 and get an additional $55.19 off. Your grand total also reduces to just $369.37 after applying the aforesaid coupon. You can follow this link to get the discount and use the coupons before the promo ends.

Xiaomi Pocophone F1 (Global Version)

The global version of the recently launched Pocophone F1 smartphone offering 6GB of RAM along with 64GB of internal storage can be yours for $339.99 on Banggood.

But if you’re not willing to spend that kind of money, all you need to do is to apply coupon code 1111F1 to bring your grand total down to just $292.39. Note that the discount will be valid only for the black color version for a limited period of time. You can click here to receive this discount before the promo ends.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite (Global Version)

The well-received Mi A2 Lite is now available for just $165.99 on Banggood. This significant 28% drop in the phone’s original selling price of $231.49 will be valid for both black and gold color versions of the smartphone with 3GB of RAM and 32GB ROM.
In addition to taking advantage of this discount, you can use coupon code 11BGA23 and get an extra $16.60 off during the checkout process. The coupon helps you bring your grand total down to only $149.39. You can visit this link to get the discount.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Smartphone

The black-tinted Redmi Note 5 smartphone with 4GB of RAM and a hearty 64GB of onboard storage has gone up for pre-order bearing a dropped price of $205.99 on Banggood. Alternatively, you can noteworthy discounts on the rose gold, blue and red color versions of the phone.

But if the aforesaid 31% discount doesn’t impress you much, you can apply coupon code 1111RN5 and save an extra $35.02. After applying the coupon, your grand total reduces to only $170.97. You can follow this link to receive the discount.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro (Global Version)

The Redmi Note 6 Pro smartphone comes with 3GB of RAM and offers 32GB of internal storage. While the phone normally sells for $229.99 on online and offline stores, you can now buy it for just $197.99 on Banggood.

This is a 14% discount which will be valid for the black and rose gold color version of the smartphone. You can get an extra $29.70 off and reduce your grand total to just $168.29 with the help of coupon code 1111R6CL, which you need to apply before proceeding to checkout.
Alternatively, you can apply coupon code 11BGR6P4 and save an extra $23.76 during the checkout process. Your grand total comes down to only $174.23 after applying the above-mentioned coupon. You can follow this link to avail the discount before the promo comes to an end.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 (Global Version)

The coveted Redmi 6 smartphone ships with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage, and it sells for $189.18. In a bid to make it available to cost-conscious buyers, Xiaomi is offering a 28% off on the phone’s retail price.

As a result, you can now buy the Redmi 6 for just $136.99 on Banggood. On top of that, you can apply coupon code 11BGR632 to get an additional $24.66 off and bring your already lowered grand total down to just $112.33. You can visit this link to avail the discount.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 (Global Version)

The 3GB RAM+64GB ROM variant of the Redmi 6 would normally set you back $169.99, but you can now buy it for just $149.99. This is a 12% discount on the phone’s retail price and you can extend it even further simply by applying coupon code 11BGR366.

The coupon helps you get an additional $27 off and you end up shelling out just $122.99 on this feature-laden smartphone. You can visit this link to grab the discount before the promo wraps up.

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S (Global Version)

If you’ve restlessly been waiting to buy the Mi Mix 2S smartphone without emptying your pocket, we got good news for you. The well-received smartphone has now gone up for sale carrying a dropped price of just $448.73 on Banggood.

This is a 32% reduction in the phone’s retail price. You can use coupon code 1111M2S to get an extra $89.75 off during the checkout process. The coupon instantly reduces your grand total to just $358.98.

Likewise, you can save an extra $80.77 by using coupon code 11M2S64ES before you click the ‘Proceed to Checkout’ button. Your grand total comes down to just $367.96 after using the aforesaid coupon. You can click here to use the coupon and receive the discount.

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Xiaomi is one of the top budget smartphone makers in the world and the MI A2 is a great example. You can now get it for just $169.99 and we believe you get a lot of value for the price.

It all starts with a nice design including a 5.84″ 1080p+ full-view display with minimal bezels and the notch. Also, the phone is made out of metal and it definitely looks and feels premium.

Some would say that the Snapdragon 625 is an old chipset but if you pair it up with a beefy 4000mAh power bank, you are looking at amazing battery life. In addition to that, the phone ships with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of expandable storage. If you are willing to pay a bit more, you can go with a model that has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

One of the highlights is an AI-powered dual-camera system that consists of 12MP and 5MP sensors that can take beautiful pictures in most situations.

You can now get it for just $169.99 and we believe you get a lot of value for the price.

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If you’ve restlessly been waiting to get your hands on a Xiaomi-branded smartphone without emptying your pocket, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll not only shed light on a few unmissable discounts but also show how you can save a considerable amount of extra money on well-received smartphones from the Chinese handset manufacturer.

Xiaomi Mi A2

Launched in July 2018, the Mi A2 is one Xiaomi’s most popular smartphones. It sports a mammoth 5.99-inch touchscreen display with a screen resolution of 1080 X 2160 pixels and is crammed with an array of other awe-inspiring features.

The 6GB RAM+128GB ROM version of the phone usually carries a $399.99 price tag, but you can now buy it at a dropped price of just $285.99 on Banggood. Moreover, you can apply coupon code BGA212812th to get an extra $16 off and bring your grand total further down to only $269.99.

Since the coupon is likely to expire soon, it is imperative for you to follow this link to use it and avail the discount before it expires.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

The equally well-received Mi A2 Lite was made available to the public in July this year. Just like its precursor, the phone became an instant hit among Xiaomi fans. Taking its popularity into consideration, Xiaomi is currently offering a 23% off on the 4GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the smartphone, which normally sells for $259.99 on Banggood.

Thanks to the aforesaid discount, the Mi A2 Lite is currently up for grabs at a lowered price of just $199.99. In order to get an additional $20.10 off, all you need to do is to apply coupon code BGA2L4612th while checking out.

With the help of the aforesaid coupon, you can reduce your already discounted grand total to just $179.89. You can follow this link to avail this discount before the promotion ends.

Xiaomi Mi 8

Xiaomi took the wraps off the Mi 8 smartphone at an event that took place in Shenzhen, China. The phone was marketed as the long-awaited Mi 6 successor and as expected, it garnered considerable popularity among smartphone lovers.

The 6GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the Mi8 is now available at a reduced price of $419.99 on Banggood. While this is a significant 33% reduction in the phone’s retail price, you can save an extra $20 simply by using coupon code BGM86412TH at the time of checking out.

Your grand total will drop to just $399.99 after applying the above-mentioned coupon. You can visit this link if you’re interested in availing the discount and applying the coupon which will lapse shortly.

Xiaomi Mi8

Alternatively, you can go for the slightly larger 6GB RAM+128GB ROM version of the Mi8 if you’re willing to shell out just $479.99. Note that the phone usually sells for $619.99 on online stores.

In order to get an extra $50 discount, you can use coupon code BGM812812TH. This will help you reduce your grand total to just $429.99 without breaking much of a sweat. Click here to avail the discount.

Xiaomi Redmi 6

The Redmi 6 smartphone was launched in June 2018. The phone features a 5.45 inches IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen display with 720 x 1440 pixels resolution and a pixel density of 295 PPI (pixels per inch).

The 4GB RAM+64GB ROM version of the phone is currently available bearing a discounted price of just $159.99, which is a noteworthy 30% reduction in the phone’s $229.99 selling price. You can use coupon code BGR66412th to save an extra $20 and reduce your grand total to just $139.99.

You can follow this link to receive the discount and before the promotion comes to an end. Note that 189 pieces were already sold out at the time of writing.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A

Touted as a budget-friendly smartphone, the 2GB RAM+32GB ROM version of the Redmi 6A normally carries a $140.10 price sticker. Much to the delight of cost-conscious buyers, the company is doling out a 22% off on the phone’s modest selling price, bringing it down to just $109.99.
On top of that, you can use coupon code BG6A3212th to get an extra $10 off. Your grand total comes down to just $99.99 after applying this coupon. To ensure you don’t miss this discount, head straight to this link without wasting time.

Xiaomi Mi A1

Powered by Snapdragon 625 Octa-core, max to 2.0 GHz, coupled with an Adreno 506 650MHz GPU, the Mi A1 smartphone offers unparalleled video watching experience. While the phone’s exceptional features justify the phone’s $299.05 steep price tag, Xiaomi is offering it at a dropped price of just $179.69 on Banggood.

You can apply coupon code 9BGA164 to get an additional $19.77 off at the time of checking out. This will bring your grand total down to $159.92. Note that the discount is valid for the 4GB RAM+64GB ROM. If you’re interested in taking advantage of this discount, just follow this link before the promo ends.

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Looks like Xiaomi fans are in for a treat. If you have restlessly been waiting to buy a high-end smartphone from Xiaomi without spending a fortune, we got good news for you.

Banggood is giving big discounts on a wide range of Xiaomi-branded smartphones. The online store that offers the best bang for your buck will be selling select smartphones from the Chinese electronics company at a considerably lowered price.

On top of that, we’ll show how you can save more money while checking out so let’s check out the details without further ado.

Xiaomi Mi 8

You can pre-order the Xiaomi Mi 8 smartphone at a dropped price of just $589.99 on Banggood. This is a noteworthy 20% reduction in the phone’s original asking price of $733.13.

In order to save an extra $122, all you need to do is to apply coupon code 8BGM86257 at the time of checking out. This will help you reduce your grand total to $467.99. You can choose from black, blue and gold color versions. Follow this link to avail the discount.

Xiaomi Mi 8 SE

Xiaomi made the long-awaited Mi 8 SE smartphone available to the public earlier this year. The phone sports a massive 5.88 inches Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen display and is powered by a Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 processor.

The power-packed Mi 8 SE smartphone usually sells for $405.97 but as part of its latest promo, Banggood is currently selling it at a downed price of just $317.69. Consumers can get an additional discount by using coupon code 8BGM8SE64G.

The aforesaid coupon will help you save an extra $37.15 and take your grand total down to $300.54. You need to follow this link to take benefit of the discount before the promo comes to an end.

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S

Sporting an eye-catching 5.99-inches full-screen display, the Mi MIX 2S adopts the Chip-On-Film technology to reduce chine size. Moreover, the phone houses customized, rounded corners for a bigger field of vision.

This feature-laden phone is currently up for grabs bearing a discounted price tag of $509.99 on Banggood. The phone would usually sell for $669.99, but the site is offering a noteworthy 24% off on the phone’s retail price.

You can get an additional $32 discount by applying coupon code 8BGXM2S6GB before placing the order. This will lower your grand total to only $487.99. Follow this link and take the discount before the coupon expires.

Xiaomi Redmi 5

The well-received Redmi 5 smartphone is currently available at a reduced price of just $149.99 on Banggood. This is a 17% reduction in the phone’s steep selling price of $179.99. The discount will be valid for the phone’s light blue color version.

You can even use coupon code 8BGR532CL3 and save an extra $34 before you proceed to check out. You can reduce the grand total to only $115.99 with the help of the above-mentioned coupon by heading straight to this link.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Xiaomi’s long-awaited Redmi Note 5 smartphone was made available to the public in February this year. The phone features a 5.99-inch touchscreen display with 1080 X 2160 pixels resolution.

You can avail a 32% discount on the gold color version of the Redmi Note 5 smartphone on Banggood. While this version would normally sell for $249.99, you can now buy it at a lowered price of just $169.99.

Aside from that, you can apply coupon code 8BGRN5B32 to save an extra $8.50 and bring your grand total down to just $161.49 without breaking much of a sweat. You can visit this link to take the discount and check out the other color options.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

The Mi A2 Lite runs on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo OS and is powered by an Octa-core, 2 GHz, Cortex A53 processor with 4GB of RAM and a hearty 64GB of onboard storage. While the phone’s original selling price is $259.99, you can now get your hands on it at a discounted price of just $199.99.

This 23% discount can be enlarged with the help of coupon code 8BGA2Lite64, which offers an additional $17. As a result, your grand total drops to just $182.99 before checking out. You can visit this link for more details and grab the discount.

LeEco Cool1

Apart from Xiaomi, Banggood is giving a significant discount on the LeEco Cool1 smartphone as well. The gold-tinted LeEco Cool1 would normally set you back $159.99, but you can now preorder it at a reduced price of just $109.89.
This is a 31% reduction in the phone’s selling price. You can use coupon code 8BGCOOL to save an extra $10, and reduce your modest grand total to just $99.89. Follow this link to get the discount before the promo ends.

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Earlier this week, Xiaomi launched its two new Android One smartphones — Xiaomi Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite, which are the successor to the last year’s Mi A1. The company has also revealed the launch date for the smartphones in the Indian market — 8th August.

The Mi A2 comes in three variants — 4GB RAM and 32GB storage, 4GB RAM and 64GB storage, and 6GB RAM with 128GB storage. Now, according to the latest report, the China-based company won’t bring the 4GB RAM and 32GB storage model to India.

The report reveals that the Xiaomi Mi A2’s availability in India will start with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage and another variant will pack 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Further, the Indian variant will also see the addition of fourth color option — Rose Gold, along with Gold, Black, and Blue colors.

While the device was announced with Qualcomm‘s Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology, the same technology that’s in the last year’s Mi A1, the Indian version of the Mi A2 will come with Quick Charge 4.0 fast charging technology.

The Xiaomi Mi A2 features a 5.99-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with 2160 x 1080 pixels resolution and 18:9 aspect, tucked under a layer 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3. Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE processor and Adreno 512 graphics processor.

The dual camera setup on the back includes a 20-megapixel Sony IM376 primary sensor with f/1.75 aperture and 2-micron 4-in-1 Super Pixel and a 12-megapixel Sony IMX486 secondary sensor with 1.25-micron pixel and f/1.75 aperture. On the front side, there’s a 20-megapixel AI-powered selfie snapper.

Connectivity options on the device include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and 3.5mm headphone jack. There’s also a fingerprint sensor placed on the back panel. Being a part of Google’s Android One program, the smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out-of-the-box and is powered by a 3,000mAh battery.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Pro rumors killed; Snapdragon 710 variant does not exist

As said, the India launch for the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite is scheduled to take place on 8th August, where we’ll know the phone’s pricing as well as availability information.

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Xiaomi finally ended all speculations and rumours surrounding the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite with the launch of the duo in an event held in Spain. The popularity of the Mi A2 is traceable to the successful run of the Mi A1 which came out as Xiaomi’s first and only phone running stock Android. Xiaomi Mi A2 has now joined that train and along with it comes a new Mi A2 Lite.

When the dust generated by the launch finally settles, the next question would be the availability of both models. The Chinese company did not leave us in doubt as to the global availability of the models. According to details released by the firm, the Mi A2 will be available in 39 different countries cutting across six different regions of the world while the Mi A2 Lite will only be available in 36 different countries. The three countries where the Mi A2 Lite won’t be available are in the Asia Pacific and they include India, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Read Also: The new Amazing Xiaomi Mi A2 is in stock at Gearbest for just $289.99 (flash sale)

In the Asia Pacific, the Mi A2 will b available in Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Pakistan, Indonesia and a couple of other countries. The model will also be available in the following countries in Europe; Spain, France, Italy, Poland Bulgaria, Belarus, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Turkey among others. Both models will also be available in The Middle East and Africa in Egypt, Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE. While in the Americas, only Colombia and Mexico will get the models. If you are interested in grabbing the models ASAP, then you can bet on third-party retailers like GearBest, Banggood and others where the Mi A2 and A2 Lite is already on sale.

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Earlier today, Xiaomi teased its upcoming Android One smartphone — Mi A2, which is the successor of the Mi A1 launched last year. The company has scheduled a global launch event in Spain on 24th July, where Xiaomi is expected to launch Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite.

Now, ahead of the phone’s official launch, the Mi A2 Lite has already been listed on AliExpress and is available for purchase for $190/$210, which is way less than the rumored pricing of $290. Further, the listing also confirms the phone’s specifications which were leaked earlier.

The metal-bodied smartphone comes with a 5.84-inch Full HD+ display with 2228 x 1080 pixel screen resolution and a notch on top of the display, in line with the current trend. Under the hood, it is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 625 octa-core processor clocked at 2.0GHz.

The device comes in two variants — one with 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage and another with 4GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. There’s also a dedicated microSD card slot, which enables users to further expand the phone’s storage capacity.

Coming to the optics, the smartphone features a dual camera setup on the back, consisting of a 12-megapixel + 5-megapixel sensors with artificial intelligence features and capable of recording 4K videos. On the front side, there’s a 5-megapixel snapper with AI Portrait and AI Smart Beauty features.

Since the smartphone is a part of Google‘s Android One program, it is running pure Android Oreo operating system out of the box. The device drives power from a 4,000mAh battery that should provide a full day of usage.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi Max 3 teaser video reveals front design and battery prowess

The 3GB RAM model of Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite is listed at $190 while the 4GB RAM model is listed for $210. The smartphone will be offered in three colors — Black, Gold, and Blue. However, we’ll know for sure the official pricing and availability details once the company launches the smartphone on 24th July.

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Xiaomi has scheduled a global launch event on 24th July in Madrid, Spain where the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is expected to launch Mi A2 smartphone, which is the successor of the Mi A1 that was launched last year.

Now, ahead of the phone’s official launch, the company has confirmed that the Mi A2 will be a part of Google’s Android One program, just like its predecessor Mi A1. Xiaomi posted a photo on Twitter which shows the smartphone and number “2” and “The Next Gen is Coming” text.

The accompnying text with the image reads “Are you a big fan of #MiA1? You will love this…#Xiaomi #AndroidOne #2isbetterthan1.” While the company has not revealed the launch date, reports indicate that the phone will be launched at the Spain event.

The Xiaomi Mi A1 was the first Android One smartphone from the company and the first to not feature its own MIUI custom interface. The device was first introduced in India and was the rebranded version of the Mi 5X that was launched in India.

Similarly, the Xiaomi Mi A2 is also said to be the rebranded version of the Redmi 6 Pro smartphone that was launched in China earlier this year. The specifications of the Mi A2 and as well as the Mi A2 Lite have already been leaked online.

The Mi A2 is expected to feature a 5.99-inch full-screen display with Full HD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. It is said to be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 660 processor while the Lite variant is expected to have 5.84-inch noteched display and will be powered by Snapdragon 625 SoC.

The smartphone is expected to come in multiple variants based on the memory configuaration, including 4GB RAM + 32GB storage, 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, 4GB RAM + 128GB storage, and 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage.

The device also comes with a dual camera setup on the back, boasting a 12MP + 20MP sensors. On the front side, reports indicate that it will feature a 20MP snapper. While the Lite variant is said to feature 12MP + 5MP sensors on back and 5MP front-facing camera.

Being a part of Android One, both device will be running on stock Android 8.1 Oreo operating system out of the box. The Mi A2 reportedly lacks the 3.5mm headphone jack and will be fuelled by a a 3,010mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging support.

Xiaomi Mi A2 is expected to be availale in three color options — Blue, Black and Gold color variants. As for the pricing, the lowest configuration model of the Mi A2 is expected to be priced around $290 whereas the highest variant may carry a price tag of around $370.

Read More: Xiaomi Mi Max 3 retail box leaks online revealing key specifications

However, we’ll have to wait for the official launch event to know the official pricing and availability details. At the Spain launch event, Xiaomi is also expected to launch the Mi Max 3 global variant, which is scheduled to launch in China on 19th July.

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Another Polish e-commerce listed the upcoming Xiaomi Mi A2 and published detailed renders and specs of the handset ahead of the official launch set for July 24. The new renders show the device from every angle and they highlight a design identical to the one of the newly-announced Mi 6X. Indeed, just like its predecessor, the Mi A2 will be a variant of the Mi 6X for the global market, but it will differ from this device because it will have Android One installed instead of the MIUI.

And that is what the renders are showing: a clean and stock Android user interface. From the renders, we can see Xiaomi Mi A2 in the Black color variant with a full metal unibody design and U-shaped antenna bands. The display is tall but it has no notch and it has an 18:9 aspect ratio. On the rear side, there is a dual camera in a vertical configuration with a flash LED in the middle, and at the center of the backplate, there is a circular fingerprint reader.

According to the published specs, Xiaomi Mi A2 will boast a 5.99-inch display with a Full HD+ resolution, 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. The dual camera will have a 12 + 20 MP configuration, while the SoC will be the octa-core Snapdragon 660 and the battery will have a 3000 mAh capacity. Note that Xiaomi Mi 6X has been launched in China with prices starting from $253. Also, recent certifications hint that the Mi A2 will not be alone as it will be accompanied by a Lite version with Snapdragon 625.

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Xiaomi Mi A2 will be officially announced on July 24 and it will be a variant of the Mi 6X with Android One instead of MIUI. Given the huge success achieved by the Mi A1 last year, Xiaomi is also launching a Lite variant of the device which will be offered at a more affordable price. That lite variant or the Mi A2 Lite as it is officially known has appeared on a Polish retail site.

This isn’t the first time the Mi A2 Lite has surfaced online. About a month ago, it got certified in Singapore. The model number on the certification document is nearly identical to that of a Xiaomi phone on TENAA with a notch that hadn’t launched as at then. That phone later launched as the Redmi 6 Pro. Looking at the device on the Polish store, one can see it is the same as the Redmi 6 Pro.

In terms of processing power, the Mi A2 Lite won’t be different from the Mi A1 since they both have a Snapdragon 625 processor. However, the Mi A2 Lite comes with a modern design (read full-screen display with a notch) and packs a bigger battery.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite will come with a 5.84-inch Full HD+ (2280 x 1080) screen. It will have a full metal unibody design with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage under the hood. It will also have expandable storage.

There are dual cameras on the rear – a 12MP sensor paired with a 5 MP secondary sensor. It also has a 5MP front-facing camera. Note that the standard Mi 6X has a 12MP and 20 MP dual camera setup with a f/1.8 aperture, so the Mi A2 Lite won’t be able to match the Mi A2’s camera performance.

However, the Mi A2 Lite trumps the Mi A2 in one category and that is battery capacity. The phone packs a 4000 mAh battery which is significantly more than the Mi A2’s 3,000 mAh battery. Let’s also not forget that unlike the Mi 6X (Mi A2), the Redmi 6 Pro has a 3.5mm audio jack.

The device has been listed in black only, even though the Redmi 6 Pro it is based on also comes in red, blue, rose gold, and gold. There is a chance it may launch in more colors. It carries a price tag of PLN 1049, which roughly translates into $283, a little more than the launch price of the Mi A1.

READ MORE: Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 gets MIUI 10 global beta update

The online store also has the Mi A2 listed. It will be available with 4GB RAM + 32GB ROM for PLN 1,299 (~$350), 4GB RAM + 64GB for PLN 1,399 (~$379), and 6GB RAM + 128GB for PLN 1,599 (~$433).

Will you be buying the Mi A2 Lite or you will go for the more expensive Mi A2? Let us know in the comment box below.

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