Xiaomi Redmi 5, the first smartphone from Xiaomi to come with a full-screen display will be receiving a 100 Yuan (approximately $16) price cut in China on 1st February. The offer is applicable only for one day and will begin at 10:00 AM. It seems that the offer is only applicable on the Redmi 5 and not the Redmi 5 Plus variant.

With this discount, the 2GB RAM + 16GB internal storage model will be available for 699 Yuan, which roughly converts to $111. Apparently, the discount is only for the 2GB RAM variant and pricing for other variants remains same.

The 3GB RAM + 32GB storage model will cost 899 Yuan (approximately $143) while the 4GB RAM + 32GB variant, which was recently launched, will be available for 1099 Yuan (approximately $175).

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 comes with a 5.7-inch HD+ display with 720 x 1440 pixels screen resolution and an aspect ratio of 18:9. Under the hood, the device is powered by Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor, clocked at 1.8GHz, along with Adreno 506 GPU.

It features a f/2.2 aperture 12-megapixel rear camera sensor with 1.25 µm pixel size that is equipped with a Soft-LED flash. It also comes equipped with some other features like PDAF, dark light enhancement technology, facial recognition, HDR, Panorama, and Burst mode. On the front, there’s a 5-megapixel selfie snapper that is coupled with features like Smart Beauty 5.0, facial recognition, and full HD video recording at 30 fps.

Because of the full-screen design, there are no capacitive touch buttons and instead, the users will have to rely on the on-screen buttons for navigation. Also, the fingerprint scanner has been placed on the phone’s back panel.

The device is running on Android Nougat operating system based company’s own MIUI 9. Connectivity options on the device include hybrid dual SIM slot with support for microSD card, microUSB, full netcom support, 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 4.2 Bluetooth, 3.5mm audio jack and GPS. The Redmi 5 is powered by a 3,300mAh battery.

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The Xiaomi Redmi 5 sports the familiar three-stage design found on other Redmi phones. It comes with a full metallic body and is available in four color options — Gold, Rose Gold, Blue, and Black.

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Earlier this month, Xiaomi joined the growing list of smartphone manufacturers who have launched a smartphone will a full-screen display. The company launched two phones — Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus, featuring an 18:9 aspect ratio display.

At the time of announcing the smartphones, the company revealed that it will be available in four colour options — Gold, Rose Gold, Blue and Black. The Redmi 5 went on sale last week, but the Black colour option was not available.

Today, the company has announced that the Black colour variant for the Redmi 5 will now be available from 25th December, at the same price — 799 Yuan (approximately $122) for the 2GB RAM model while the 3GB RAM will be available for 899 Yuan (approximately $137).

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 sports a 5.7-inch HD+ display with screen resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor clocked at 1.8GHz, along with Adreno 506 graphics.

The phone, which has a full metallic body, comes in two options — 2GB RAM with 16GB internal storage and 3GB RAM with 32GB onboard storage. There is also a microSD card slot, allowing users to further expand the storage capacity.

There is a 12-megapixel rear camera sensor with a f/2.2 aperture with 1.25 µm pixel size that is equipped with a Soft-LED flash. It comes with features like phase detection auto-focus (PDAF), dark light enhancement technology, facial recognition, HDR, Panorama and Burst mode.

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It also comes with a 5-megapixel selfie snapper that is coupled with features like Smart Beauty 5.0, facial recognition, and full HD video recording at 30fps. The device is running on Android Nougat operating system based MIUI 9.

Connectivity options on the device include hybrid dual SIM slot, micro USB, full Netcom support, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5mm audio jack and GPS. The device is fuelled by a 3,300mAh battery.

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Xiaomi launched its latest smartphones — Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus last week. Today, the phones will go on sale for the first time in China. The phones are the first devices from the China-based smartphone manufacturer to feature a full-screen display.

The first sale will begin today, i.e. December 12 at 10 AM in China. Both the devices will be available through retailers like Xiaomi Mall, Jingdong Mall, Suning Tesco and Lynx.

The smartphone features full metallic design body and will be available in four color options, including Gold, Rose Gold, Blue and Black.

Since the device comes with full-screen display, it lacks capacitive touch buttons. Instead, the company has opted to provide on-screen buttons on Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus.

The Redmi 5 features a 5.7-inch HD+ display with screen resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels and 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 octa-core processor, clocked at 1.8GHz and coupled with Adreno 506 graphics.

The device will be available in two variants based on memory configuration — 2GB RAM with 16GB internal storage and 3GB RAM with 32GB onboard storage.

The phone features a 12-megapixel rear camera sensor with f/2.2 aperture, 1.25 µm pixel size and soft-LED flash. It comes equipped with phase detection auto-focus (PDAF), dark light enhancement technology, facial recognition, HDR, Panorama and Burst mode.

On the front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie snapper that comes with features like Smart Beauty 5.0, facial recognition, and full HD video recording at 30 fps. The device runs on Android Nougat operating system based MIUI 9.

Connectivity options on the device include hybrid dual SIM slot with support for microSD card, microUSB, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, audio jack and GPS. The phone is fuelled by a 3,300mAh non-removable battery.

On the other hand, the Redmi 5 Plus flaunts a 5.99-inch Full HD+ display with screen resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels. The device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor — the same one that powers the Redmi Note 4 and Mi A1.

The phone will be available in two memory configurations — one with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage while the other model packs 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage. The device carries the usual set of connectivity options, similar to its smaller sibling.

The camera specifications of the Redmi 5 Plus model are same as the Redmi 5. This model also comes with MIUI 9 pre-installed, which is based on Android Nougat operating system. The phone is fuelled by a 4,000mAh battery, which according to Xiaomi, provides battery life of around two days on single charge.

Both smartphones features a fingerprint sensor at the back of the device for added security features. The fingerprint scanner is placed just below the camera module.

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The Xiaomi Redmi 5 with 2GB RAM will be available for 799 Yuan (approximately $120) while the 3GB RAM will cost 899 Yuan (approximately $135). On the other hand, the pricing for 3GB RAM model of Redmi 5 Plus is 999 Yuan (approximately $151) while the 4GB RAM model is priced at 1,299 Yuan (approximately $196).

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Xiaomi finally took the wraps off the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus, its first full-screen model in the mid-range segment. Xiaomi’s concept Mi Mix which was released last year can be credited to be the catalyst that spurred the trend we are presently witnessing in the smartphone industry. However, the Samsung Galaxy S8 played a great role and since the launch of the flagship Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus this year, we haven’t been able to keep count with the stats of models with such design.

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus utilises the full-screen design but some might not be too impressed with it because it looks like Xiaomi just slightly reduced the bezels around the screen. However, there is still a considerable and noticeable amount of bezels on all four sides. The large screen form factor makes the reduced bezels quite obvious, though. The Redmi 5 comes in at 5.7 inches HD+ (1440 x 720p) screen while the Redmi 5 Plus has a display size of 5.99 inches with FHD+ (2160 x 1080p) resolution. Both models have a rear design similar to the Redmi 4X. There is a single camera and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor under the camera.

Apart from the full-screen design, one other aspect the Redmi 5 models tickle is their prices. The Redmi 5 starts at just 799 Yuan ($120) for the base 2GBRAM + 16GB storage variant. There is a second variant having 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage and it still comes cheap at 899 Yuan (~$135). The Redmi 5 Plus also has a considerably cheap price tag for a phablet size smartphone. The base model of the Redmi 5 Plus has 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage and it costs 999 Yuan (~$151). On the other hand, the higher variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage is priced at 1,299 Yuan (~$196).

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At these prices, both models are expected to be top sellers and Xiaomi isn’t waiting too long before introducing them into the market. From December 12, fans domiciled in China can begin buying any of the models they want from online retail outlets like Mi Mall, Jingdong (JD.com), Suning Tesco, and Lynx. Check out more pictures of the sleek Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus below.

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Xiaomi is intent on exhaustively utilizing the premium mid-range Redmi line this year. The tech giant has already launched the Redmi 5A, Redmi Note 5A, and is set to release two more models – Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus on December 7. Ahead of the launch tomorrow, one more leak detailing the key specifications of the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus has appeared on Weibo.

The picture appears to contain the real smartphones with the specs printed on the removable film usually placed on the screen of Xiaomi phones. The specs listed on the screen align with those we have seen on TENAA and in several leaks and rumours that have appeared in the past.

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The Redmi 5 is shown to come with a phablet-sized 5.7-inch display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is also listed to pack a Snapdragon 450 chipset and a 12MP rear camera. The front camera is promoted as having a soft flash and most of all, the phone is said t have a 13-day standby time. This might be just a gimmick anyway. On the other hand, the Redmi 5 Plus comes with a bigger 5.99-inch 18:9 display. It is powered by a Snapdragon 625 processor and also comes with a selfie soft flash. The Redmi 5 Plus is also listed with a 12MP rear camera and a 17 days standby time which suggests it is coming with a larger battery. In less than 24 hours time, Xiaomi will unveil the entire details.

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Xiaomi is all set to launch its new smartphones Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus tomorrow, i.e. December 7. But, ahead of the official launch, both the devices have been listed on online retailer Aliexpress.

The seller, who goes by the name “Xiaomi Online Store” has listed Redmi 5 in Black and Gold colour options for $199 while the Blue and Pink colour models are priced at $209. On the other hand, the bigger sibling of the smartphone — Redmi 5 Plus has been listed at a price of $249, while the Pink and Blue colour options will cost $10 more.

The seller doesn’t seem to have any connection with Xiaomi. On the listing, there is a disclaimer stating that the phone is still in “pre-sale” stage, hence the specs and pricing listed are official.

We had earlier reported that the smartphones will go on sale from December 12, with Redmi 5 starting at 699 Yuan (approx. $106) and the Redmi 5 Plus start at 999 Yuan (approx. $151). While the smartphones will be launched tomorrow, we already know the specifications of the devices, thanks to several previous leaks.

Recently, Xiaomi revealed an official sneak preview of the upcoming Redmi 5 duo. In the images, we can clearly see the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus sporting full-screen design with narrow bezels. It seems that the devices come with full metallic chassis with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The Xiaomi Redmi 5 will feature a 5.7-inch HD+ display with screen resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. It is expected to be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 processor, which is the first chipset in the Snapdragon 400 series that is using a 14mm process technology.

The standard variant will come with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There will be another variant of the phone with 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. The device will come with a 12-megapixel camera sensor at the back and a 5-megapixel front-facing snapper. The smartphone will be fueled by a 3,300mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Redmi 5 Plus is expected to feature a 5.99-inch screen that will carry support for FHD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. It will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, the same processor that is powering the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4.

It will be available in two variants — 3GB RAM with 32GB internal storage and 4GB RAM with 64GB internal storage. The device will come with a dual camera setup at the back, featuring a 12-megapixel primary sensor and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor. The Redmi 5 Plus will pack a 4,000mAh battery.

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It is just a matter of few hours before we know the official specifications, as well as the pricing and availability details of the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus as the company will soon take the stage to launch both smartphones.

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Currently, Mi Mix 2 is the only smartphone with a full-screen display from Xiaomi. That will change on December 7 as the company is all set to launch the much anticipated Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus smartphone on that date.

The company is holding a press event on December 7 where it will launch the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus. Along with that, the company has also revealed three major features of the device — Full-Screen Display, Soft Selfie and 4,000mAh Battery.

While the company has not revealed the phone’s specifications, previous leaks give us hint about what to expect. The Redmi 5 smartphone is expected to come with a 5.7-inch HD+ display with screen resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. Under the hood, it will be powered by the Snapdragon 450 processor.

Qualcomm‘s Snapdragon 450 is a new chipset from the company which was launched in June this year. It is the first chipset in the Snapdragon 400 series that is using a 14mm process technology. It is positioned as an upgrade to the Snapdragon 435 processor.

The smartphone is expected to pack 3GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage. There will be another variant with 3GB RAM and 32GB onboard storage. The device will come with a 12-megapixel camera sensor at the back and a 5-megapixel front-facing snapper.

On the other hand, the Redmi 5 Plus is expected to feature a 5.99-inch screen that will carry support for FHD+ resolution of 2160 x 1080 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. It will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, the same one that is powering the Redmi Note 4 smartphone.

This one is expected to come with a dual camera setup at the back, featuring a 12-megapixel primary sensor and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor. It will run on Android 7.1 Nougat operating system based company’s own MIUI.

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As of the pricing, the Redmi 5 is reportedly going to be priced at 699 Yuan (approximately $106) while the Redmi 5 Plus could be priced at 999 Yuan (approximately $151).

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