Xiaomi has released the Smart Switch 2, and you can already pre-order it on a crowdfunding platform in China starting at 69 yuan (~$10). The new switch builds on last year’s Xiaomi Smart Switch Pro, with a tougher shell and easier installation for older homes.

You get three button layouts to pick from — single, double, and triple button panels — in white or space gray. Each panel is made of acrylic glass and fits the standard 86-type wall-mounted junction box used in most homes in China. The panel measures 11mm thick, and the wall-mounting base sits at 21.2mm deep.

Built for older homes

Underneath that glass panel, the shell uses V-0 fire-retardant PC material that Xiaomi says can handle an 850°C flame-retardant test. The buttons themselves use a short-travel silicone buffer, so you get quieter clicks than on a standard switch, and a status light under each button shows you whether the circuit is on or off at a glance.

One of the more practical upgrades here is wiring flexibility. The Smart Switch 2 adapts to both single-live and neutral-wire setups, so you can install it in a newly built home or an older one that only has a live wire. It figures out which setup you have automatically when it powers on, so you don’t need to fiddle with any DIP switches.

Xiaomi also worked on the switch’s internals for longevity. The relay is rated for one million mechanical on/off cycles, and it uses zero-crossing detection to flip the switch at the lowest point in the AC voltage cycle, which reduces wear on the components. The switch is also tuned to cut down on the flickering that LED bulbs sometimes show from standby micro-currents, and there’s a temperature sensor built in that cuts the circuit automatically if things get too hot.

Xiaomi Mesh 2.0 and smart controls

For connectivity, the Smart Switch 2 uses Xiaomi’s Mesh 2.0 system. Xiaomi says it improves switch response by 50% and reduces network setup time by 80% compared with the previous generation.

You can control it locally with the physical buttons, remotely through the Xiaomi Home app, or by voice through Xiao Ai, and each button supports single-click, double-click, and long-press actions you set yourself. There’s also a pure wireless mode, where the buttons stop controlling local power and instead send signals to trigger other Xiaomi Home devices, so you can set up two-way control without running new wires.

As for the price, the single-button version has a suggested price of 79 yuan (~$12) and a crowdfunding price of 69 yuan (~$10). The double-button version goes for 89 yuan (~$13) suggested and 79 yuan (~$12) during crowdfunding, while the triple-button version is priced at 109 yuan (~$16) suggested and 99 yuan (~$15) for crowdfunding backers.

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Xiaomi has finally launched the Redmi 17 5G in India, a budget-focused smartphone built around battery life, a large display, and 5G connectivity.

Redmi 17 5G Specifications

The Redmi 17 5G uses a 6.9-inch LCD with a 1600 x 720 resolution and a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Xiaomi lists a typical brightness of 675 nits and up to 825 nits in high-brightness mode. The display also carries TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light, flicker-free operation, and circadian-friendly viewing.

Under the hood, the device runs on the 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 with up to 2.4GHz speeds, paired with LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It comes with up to 6GB RAM and 256GB storage, expandable by up to 2TB via microSD. The device runs Xiaomi HyperOS 3.

For photography, the phone sports a 50-megapixel f/1.8 primary camera and an 8-megapixel selfie camera, with both supporting 1080p video at 30fps.

The device features a 7,900mAh battery, offering up to 109 hours of music playback, 28 hours of video playback, 53 hours of calling, and 10 hours of video recording. It supports 45W turbo charging and up to 22.5W wired reverse charging.

Additionally, the phone includes dual stereo speakers with a 300% volume boost, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Gorilla Glass 7i protection, and an IP64 rating. It also supports Wet Touch technology for use with wet or oily fingers.

On the design front, Xiaomi has included a customizable dynamic RGB light on the rear panel that indicates notifications, charging status, and camera alerts.

Pricing and Availability

The Redmi 17 5G will be available in India starting September 10th. Pricing starts at ₹23,999 for the base model with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, while the 8GB RAM variant is priced at ₹26,999.

It will be sold in black, blue, and an orange vegan leather finish through Amazon India, Xiaomi’s website, and local retail stores.

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HyperOS 4 will be a substantial upgrade for Xiaomi devices, offering a major visual upgrade, performance boost, and intelligent AI features. The beta program has been live for over a dozen phones in China, and the stable release should go live soon. Unfortunately, the list of eligible Xiaomi models may be smaller than we expected, as the company may skip the HyperOS 4 rollout to Android 16 devices.

Folks at Ximitime have found that, of the 112 devices expected to receive Android 17, 108 have entered HyperOS 4’s internal testing phases. Surprisingly, there’s not even a single Android 16 device on the list, which indicates Xiaomi isn’t preparing a HyperOS 4 build for an older OS.

Historically, Xiaomi has offered its latest HyperOS skin to a handful of devices stuck on an older OS. The last major upgrade, HyperOS 3, was also released to many Xiaomi devices running Android 15, although with a limited set of upgrades. That’s been true with most of the recent major HyperOS releases, and so, HyperOS 4 was also expected to follow the same pattern, but Xiaomi may have different plans.

Xiaomi may be rethinking its software rollout strategy

Unlike other brands, Xiaomi has long offered the latest HyperOS software to its devices running older Android OS versions. But things appear to be changing now. The latest information suggests that the brand will ship HyperOS 4 with Android 17 only, and that this trend may continue going further.

While there’s no official confirmation on this, this shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, considering recent efforts by other Chinese brands to reduce R&D costs. Xiaomi may also be looking to reduce costs and time, so this move makes sense for the brand.

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Xiaomi is updating its night light lineup with the new Mijia Night Light 4. It follows the Mijia Night Light 3 from 2024, which has dual sensing and up to eight months of battery life. The new model keeps the long battery life but upgrades the motion detection system with a more precise radar sensor.

The Mijia Night Light 4 is now available for pre-order as a single pack, with crowdfunding set to begin on September 9. It will have a regular price of 79 yuan (around $12), while the crowdfunding price will be 59 yuan (around $9).

Xiaomi Mijia Night Light 4 uses 24GHz radar for better detection

The main upgrade is the new 24GHz radar sensor. It has a 120-degree wide-angle detection range and can detect small movements from up to 3 meters in front and 2.5 meters from the sides. 

The light can automatically turn on when you enter a dark room and switches off 10 seconds after you leave. Xiaomi uses a similar 24GHz radar system in the Mijia Smart Bathroom Heater P1 to detect whether someone is in the room.

For lighting, the Night Light 4 uses a backlit design that reflects light off the wall rather than shining it directly toward you. It offers four brightness levels: 1lm, 3lm, 5lm, and 15lm. The lower settings work well for hallways and bedrooms, while the brighter modes can be useful in places such as bathrooms and closets.

Xiaomi says the light is flicker-free and meets RG0 standards for blue-light safety. It also uses a warm light tone designed to be comfortable in dark rooms.

The night light has an 800mAh lithium battery. Xiaomi claims it can last up to eight months on a single charge when using its low-power settings. At the highest brightness level, battery life drops to around three months. Charging is handled via a USB Type-C port.

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Xiaomi has set September 7 for its autumn flagship event, where it will officially unveil the Xiaomi 18 Fold. The company has now shared a first look at the foldable after several leaked photos surfaced last week. Xiaomi is also giving its design a name: “mid-fold.”

The company’s video confirms that the Xiaomi 18 Fold will have a 5.38-inch cover display and a 7.58-inch main display. Xiaomi showed the phone in red, with a horizontal camera strip on the back that houses three cameras and an LED flash. 

The company has also shared a look at the phone’s internal design on its website and confirmed that Leica was involved in developing the camera system.

Lu Weibing, who heads Xiaomi’s smartphone business, says the 18 Fold is more than just another foldable. He describes it as the most advanced flagship in Xiaomi’s lineup, designed to compete with the company’s regular numbered flagships. He also believes the mid-fold design could become a common direction for future foldable phones.

Xiaomi’s idea behind the mid-fold design

Xiaomi says its mid-fold design addresses a problem that has existed since large-screen foldables first appeared. Large foldables offer a big display when opened, but users often spend most of their time on the smaller outer screen. Smaller foldables are easier to carry, but usually make more compromises on the overall experience.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold is designed to sit just between them. When folded, Xiaomi says it is roughly the size of a passport and light enough to use with one hand. Open it up, and the 7.58-inch display uses a new aspect ratio designed for multitasking and watching videos.

Inside, the phone will run on Xiaomi’s Xring O3 chip, which recently appeared on Geekbench ahead of the launch. It will also ship with Surge OS 4 and Xiaomi’s MiMo on-device AI model.

Xiaomi has also introduced a new “dragon bone” hinge and a new simulation-based testing system for the foldable. The company previously confirmed that the 18 Fold will be one of the first phones to use CXMT’s new LPDDR6 memory.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold will launch alongside the Xiaomi N70 Pro, N70 Max, N90 Max, and the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max at the September 7 event. The tablet also uses the Xring O3 chip.

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Buying a new Smart TV today can get a lot more confusing. While there are more Smart TVs to choose from than ever, finding the right one isn’t easy. Because a 55-inch TV can cost considerably more than another 55-inch model despite having the same 4K resolution, simply because of differences in panel technology, processing, brightness, and features.

That said, to help you make your TV purchase easier, we have curated some of the best TV options you can buy across budgets and screen sizes. But before jumping into the models, there are a couple of things you need to considering before choosing a Smart TV in 2026.

How to choose a Smart TV

The first thing to consider when buying a new TV is screen size. A 32-inch TV is a good fit for bedrooms and smaller spaces, while 43-inch and 55-inch models work well in most living rooms. If you have a large room and sit farther away from the TV, a 65-inch or 75-inch model can give you a much more immersive viewing experience.

Next, look at the display technology. Basic LED TVs are affordable and work well for everyday viewing, while QLED TVs use quantum dots to deliver richer colours and higher brightness. Mini LED TVs take things a step further with much finer backlight control, resulting in better contrast and HDR performance.

Then comes the resolution. Full HD is still fine on smaller 32-inch and 43-inch TVs, but 4K is the better choice for larger screens. It gives you sharper images and is now common across the mid-range and premium segments.

Finally, check the smart TV platform and connectivity. Google TV offers a familiar interface with access to a wide range of apps, while Samsung’s Tizen and LG’s webOS offer their own ecosystems. If you plan to connect a gaming console, look for HDMI 2.1, VRR and a high refresh rate. For movies and shows, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos can make a bigger difference to the experience.

8 best Smart TVs in 2026

Xiaomi F Series HD Smart LED TV 32-inch

If you are tight on budget but still want something to fill your entertainment void, the Xiaomi F Series TV is a good option. It features an HD Ready 1366 x 768 display with a 60Hz refresh rate and Xiaomi’s Vivid Picture Engine 2 for basic picture enhancement. The TV runs on Fire TV, which gives you access to popular streaming apps, Alexa voice controls, and a familiar interface. It gets a 20W speakers support Dolby Audio, DTS-HD, and DTS Virtual, so the built-in audio should be enough for casual viewing.

TCL 32V5C

If you can spend more, you can get a 32-inch QLED TV from TCL. This one comes with a Full HD resolution and has HDR support. It runs Google TV, features Dolby Atmos for rich audio, and supports voice controls. You also get added features like AI Clarity and OTT app support.

Samsung 43-inch Smart LED TV

Going up the budget, you can get a 43-inch Samsung Smart LED TV that supports HDR and Hyper Real picture engine that offers accurate colours. This one runs on Samsung’s Tizen OS, which gives you access to popular streaming services along with Samsung TV Plus and smart features. Its gets a 20W two-channel speaker system, Bluetooth support, and Q-Symphony compatibility.

Lumio Vision 7

The Lumio Vision 7 comes with a 43-inch display, but unlike the Samsung TV, this one is a QLED panel, with a crisp 4K resolution. It supports 93% DCI-P3 coverage, along with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG support. The TV also features MEMC, ALLM and 4K AI upscaling. It comes 3GB RAM and 64GB storage, which means you get give plenty of room for apps and content. Itt runs Google TV and packs 24W quad-driver speaker system.

LG NANO NU87

If you want a 55-inch TV that can handle everything from daily soaps and sports to movies and streaming, the LG NANO 4K is a great option. It gets a NanoCell display delivers punchier colours than a regular LED TV. It is powered by the α7 Processor Gen9 that helps clean up and sharpen lower-resolution content. It runs webOS 26, and features Google Cast, AirPlay, and LG Channels making it easy to access content from different devices. It also has ALLM, VRR, and Game Optimiser.

Samsung 55-inch Mini LED TV

If you want a TV that does a bit of everything, Samsung’s 55-inch Mini LED TV is a strong pick. Its Mini LED panel offers better contrast and brightness control than a regular LED TV, while the 120Hz refresh rate keeps sports, movies and games looking smooth. You also get HDR10+, Filmmaker Mode and 4K AI upscaling, along with VRR and ALLM for gaming. The 30W speakers with Q-Symphony and Object Tracking Sound Lite are a nice bonus if you don’t want to add a soundbar right away.

Sony BRAVIA 2 II

Sony’s BRAVIA lineup has some pretty TVs, and the BRAVIA 2 II is a great 50-inch TV to consider. Its supports 4K LED panel that benefits from Sony’s image processing, which does a good job of making low resolution content look cleaner and crisper. It runs Google TV, supports OTT apps, and comes with a dedicated HDMI eARC port for a better audio experience.

Xiaomi TV X Pro QLED TV

If you want a big-screen TV that can also keep up with gaming, the Xiaomi TV X Pro 75-inch is a great pick. Its gets a 4K QLED panel for movies and sports and a 120Hz DLG mode that makes gameplay smoother than a standard 60Hz TV. You also get Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Filmmaker Mode, along with Google TV OS and 34W speakers. It is a good choice if you have the space for a 75-inch screen and want a more immersive gaming setup.

What’s the best budget Smart TV in 2026?

The Xiaomi F Series 32-inch TV is the best budget Smart TV you can buy right now. It comes with an HD display, Fire TV, Alexa, 20W speakers, and OTT app support, all at an affordable price.

What’s the best Smart TV overall in 2026?

The Samsung 55-inch Mini LED TV is our best overall Smart TV pick. Its Mini LED display, 120Hz refresh rate support, HDR10+, VRR, ALLM, and Tizen platform make it versatile enough for movies, sports, gaming and everyday TV viewing.

What’s the best premium-value Smart TV?

The Lumio Vision 9 is a strong premium-value option, particularly if gaming is important, as it gets a QD-Mini LED panel, 144Hz refresh rate, VRR, and Dolby Vision support.

What’s the best premium Smart TV in 2026?

The Xiaomi TV X Pro is our pick for the best premium Smart TV, as it features a large 75-inch 4K QLED display, a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and 34W speakers that deliver room-filling sound.

These are some of the best Smart TVs you can buy for under a lakh. Which of these TVs is your pick? Let us know in the comments below.

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The wait for Xiaomi’s next major flagship products is almost over. The company has confirmed the launch date for the Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max. Both devices will arrive with Xiaomi’s latest Xring O3 AI flagship processor.

Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max launch date confirmed

Xiaomi has scheduled its autumn flagship product launch event for Sept 7 at 7pm local time in China. Alongside the two devices, the company will also launch its N70 Pro, N70 Max and N90 Max electric vehicles under the Xiaomi Pengcheng brand.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold will be the company’s first inward-folding foldable with a wide aspect ratio. It will also be the first smartphone to feature the Xring O3 processor. The foldable will pair Xiaomi’s in-house SoC with ChangXin Memory Technologies’ LPDDR6 memory, creating a combination of two Chinese-developed core components.

Xring O3 is built on a 3nm process and features a 10-core all-large-core CPU configuration with six super-large cores and four large cores. The processor reaches a maximum clock speed of 4.35GHz and features a 16-core G2-Ultra NX GPU. Xiaomi says the GPU delivers an 85% improvement in graphics performance while reducing power consumption by 64% compared with its predecessor.

The Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max will also use the Xring O3 and has already appeared on Geekbench under model number M367FC. The tablet recorded 3,710 points in the single-core test and 14,319 points in the multi-core test.

The tablet is expected to feature a battery exceeding 10,000mAh alongside 120W wired charging. Its large display and flagship processor are aimed at demanding workloads such as video editing, drawing and multitasking.

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Poco has launched the F9 Pro globally alongside the F9 Ultra. The new model focuses on gaming, battery life, and display performance, while also introducing features such as wireless charging and a telephoto camera to the series.

Poco F9 Pro Specifications

It is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) processor. The chip is built using a 3nm process and uses third-generation Qualcomm Oryon CPU cores, with a maximum clock speed of 4.6GHz. Poco is also including its VisionBoost D8 graphics chipset, which is designed to improve image quality and frame rates in supported games.

The VisionBoost system supports frame interpolation of up to 185 frames per second. It also includes features such as Game HDR and AI super resolution. These features are intended to make games look smoother and clearer, although the results will depend on the individual game and whether it supports the technology.

The phone uses a 3D IceLoop cooling system to manage heat during longer gaming sessions. The cooling system has a 26,000-square-millimeter heat dissipation area, a 5,200-square-millimeter liquid heat pipe area, and a large graphite layer. Poco says it can reduce SoC temperatures by up to 3 degrees Celsius under certain testing conditions. The device comes with 12GB of LPDDR5X Ultra RAM and is available with either 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage.

The 6.59-inch AMOLED display has a 185Hz refresh rate and 2510 x 1156 resolution, supports 68 billion colors and DCI-P3, and reaches 4,500 nits in multi-scenario use and 10,000 nits peak with selected HDR content.

It also offers full-range DC dimming, 16,000 dimming levels, a 1-nit minimum brightness, and TÜV Rheinland certifications for flicker-free operation, hardware-level low blue light, intelligent eye care, and circadian-friendly viewing.

The F9 Pro has a 6,330mAh silicon-carbon battery. It supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. According to Poco, wired charging can take the battery to 50% in 19 minutes, while wireless charging reaches 50 percent in 35 minutes. The phone can also charge other devices at up to 27W through a cable or 22.5W wirelessly.

The rear camera system includes a 200-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel floating telephoto camera, and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. The telephoto camera has a 60mm equivalent focal length, 2.5x optical zoom, and a minimum focusing distance of 10 centimeters for close-up photography. For selfies, it includes a 32-megapixel lens.

The phone has symmetrical stereo speakers tuned with Bose. It offers Dynamic and Balanced sound profiles, with additional volume tuning intended to keep audio clear at different volume levels.

The F9 Pro is available in White and Aurora Green. The Aurora Green version has a rear panel that can glow after exposure to sunlight or indoor light. The phone also has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Pricing and Availability

The 12GB/256GB model costs $699, while the 12GB/512GB version is priced at $769. In select markets, Poco is offering benefits including trials of Spotify Premium, YouTube Premium, and Google AI Pro.

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September doesn’t usually hand you a launch calendar this packed, but 2026 is on another level. More than 20 phones are expected to land this month alone, and nearly every major brand is throwing its biggest hardware into the same four-week window. 

You’re looking at the iPhone 18 Pro series and Apple’s first foldable iPhone, the Xiaomi 18 series and the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Vivo X500 series, the Oppo Find X10 series, the Honor Magic9 series, the Huawei Mate 90 series, the iQOO 16 series, and the Poco F9 series, on top of a wave of Redmi and Poco midrangers.

Part of the crowding comes down to timing that’s shifted across the industry at once. Apple is reportedly pulling its high-end launch earlier and pairing it with a brand-new form factor. Huawei has moved the Mate series up from its usual November slot to get ahead of the competition. Xiaomi is using September to introduce its in-house Xring O3 chip across two device families simultaneously, while Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 are both fresh enough that Xiaomi, Vivo, and iQOO all want to be first to ship them. Even brands that normally stagger their releases, like Honor and Oppo, are lining their flagships up close enough that you’ll be comparing specs sheets side by side whether you planned to or not.

Not every one of these will matter to you personally, and plenty are China-only at first. But if you’re trying to decide what to wait for, here’s what’s actually worth tracking, starting with the two launches most likely to set the tone for the rest of the year.

iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and the first foldable iPhone

Apple’s event is set for September 9, and this year it’s not just the usual Pro refresh. You’re getting the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone. 

The Pro models are tipped to keep familiar 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch screen sizes, but move to the A20 Pro chip built on a 2nm process, 12GB of RAM, and Apple’s own C2 modem instead of a third-party option. You’ll also see a shrunken Dynamic Island as Face ID components move further under the display.

The foldable is the bigger story for you if you’ve been waiting to see what Apple does with the form factor. According to rumors, it will have a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.3-inch cover screen, built from a mix of titanium and aluminum. Apple is reportedly dropping Face ID here in favor of Touch ID, likely built into the power button, and skipping a telephoto lens on the dual rear camera setup. That’s a real trade-off for a device expected to cost more than $2,000, especially since Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold series and Huawei’s Pura X line don’t cut that corner. 

Xiaomi’s busiest month of the year

Xiaomi is treating September as a launch marathon. The company will launch the Xiaomi 18 Fold in early September with the company’s new in-house Xring O3 chip, paired with next-generation LPDDR6 RAM. 

Moreover, you’re likely to get a 7.6-inch foldable display, a 6,000mAh battery that’s noticeably bigger than what Samsung and Huawei offer in their folding phones, 67W wired and 50W wireless charging, and a 200MP primary camera. It ships alongside the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max, which uses the same chipset.

Toward the end of the month, Xiaomi is set to launch the Xiaomi 18 Pro series with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 hardware. Xiaomi will be the first brand to ship phones with that chipset. 

You can expect dual 200MP SmartSens sensors, a dedicated AI button, and — notably — a faster global rollout than in past years. Xiaomi’s global 18 Pro and standard 18 models have already picked up certification in markets including Turkey, the EEA, Russia, Taiwan, and Japan, though India isn’t part of that initial batch as of yet.

Huawei Mate XT2

Unlike most of the phones in this roundup, the Mate XT2 doesn’t need a rumored tag. Huawei has officially confirmed its launch date for September 7, landing well before both the Mate 90 series and Apple’s own event. The device is Huawei’s third tri-fold phone, following the original Mate XT and last year’s Mate XTs refresh.

Pre-orders are already open in China in 16GB+512GB, 16GB+1TB, 16GB+1TB with a privacy display, and a top-end 16GB+2TB version bundled with a privacy display and a stylus. The first three configurations come in Obsidian Black, White, and Purple, while the top-tier model is Purple only. 

On the hardware side, the device could get a Kirin 9050 Pro chipset built on Huawei’s newer process, a battery above 6,000mAh, and a redesigned hinge aimed at reducing the crease on the 10.2-inch unfolded display.

What’s notable is how Huawei is sequencing this against its other September launch. Rather than bundling everything into one event, the company is reportedly splitting the Mate XT2 and Mate 90 series across two separate dates. This gives Huawei two separate moments in the spotlight instead of one.

Huawei Mate 90 series arrives early with a new Kirin chip

Moving to the Mate 90 series now, and if you know the Mate series has typically launched in November, this year it’s reportedly moving up to September to land closer to Apple’s event. 

The chipset is the bigger story here. Huawei’s next Kirin processor is said to use a new “Tau” design approach that increases transistor density by more than 50%, putting performance in the neighborhood of early TSMC 3nm chips despite Huawei’s manufacturing constraints.

On the camera side, the Mate 90 Pro Max is tipped to bring back true long-range optical zoom with dual periscope telephoto lenses, including one capable of 10x optical zoom, a setup Huawei hasn’t offered since the P40 Pro+. Likewise, the battery capacity is expected to land between 6,800mAh and 7,000mAh across the Pro Max and RS models, paired with a 6.9-inch Tandem OLED display.

iQOO 16 Series

The iQOO 16 series is, as usual, a performance-first flagship, and iQOO is expected to unveil it in China alongside the iQOO Neo 12 and a new compact tablet. You’ll get a 6.85-inch Samsung-made flat display running at 2K resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate, paired with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chip. 

What’s notable is that iQOO is putting more effort into the camera system this time. The device is tipped with three 50MP rear sensors, including a large 1/1.3-inch primary sensor with an f/1.68 aperture. Extras include Bose-tuned dual speakers, a dedicated X-axis linear motor for haptics, a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, and IP68/IP69 ratings. The device is likely to launch at the end of September or early October, so it’s one of the later arrivals in this whole wave.

Vivo X500 series goes all in on video

Vivo has confirmed the X500 series for a September debut in China. As usual, both the X500 Pro and Pro Max have a Zeiss Super Dynamic main camera co-developed with Sony, rated for 17EV of dynamic range, which Vivo describes as the highest in the industry right now. The capability carries over to video too, with 4K 240fps slow motion and 4K 120fps HDR recording. The camera module also gets 3-degree OIS with gimbal-level stabilization.

Hardware-wise, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is expected to have a 6.85-inch 2K display using BOE’s Q11 panel, the first phone globally to get it. Vivo says it cuts motion blur during scrolling by 93% compared to the previous generation. The standard X500 and Pro model are expected to run MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 series chips, while the Pro Max might step up to the Dimensity 9600 Pro.

Oppo Find X10 series with dual periscope cameras

The Oppo Find X10 series has been through a few rounds of leaks so far. The latest word points to the Pro Max sitting at the top of the range, above the standard Find X10 and Find X10 Pro, with a possible compact flagship variant thrown in for people who don’t want a massive phone. Camera-wise, you’re looking at dual 200MP rear sensors across the higher-end models.

Under the hood, the base Find X10 is tipped to run a MediaTek Dimensity 9600 series chip and pack an 8,000mAh battery. Oppo hasn’t confirmed pricing or an exact date yet, but everything points to a China launch this month, with the usual gap before it reaches global markets. If you’re comparing it against the Find X9 series you already know, expect the camera hardware to be the headline change rather than the design.

Honor Magic9 series brings ARRI’s cinema tools to the phone

Honor has already confirmed the Magic9 series for a September 28 launch in Beijing, moving nearly a month earlier than the Magic8 series did last year. The headline feature is a continued partnership with ARRI, the cinema camera maker, bringing native Log-C3 video encoding and LUT color grading down to a phone. Honor is also tipped to give the standard Magic9 a square selfie camera, a first for an Android phone.

On the rear, it is rumored to have a 200MP main sensor with 3-degree OIS and a second 200MP periscope telephoto lens on the higher models, backed by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset. The battery is said to climb past 7,500mAh on the standard model and closer to 9,000mAh on the Pro, using Honor’s silicon-carbon battery tech.

Poco F9 Series

Unlike most of the phones on this list, the Poco F9 series isn’t still stuck in leaks — Poco F9 Pro and F9 Ultra have a confirmed global launch date of September 1. Both are rebranded versions of the Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max, built around the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. The F9 Pro gets a 6.59-inch QHD+ Plastic OLED display at 185Hz, while the F9 Ultra steps up to a 6.85-inch panel with a 2608 x 1200 resolution, both developed with TCL CSOT and Xiaomi contributing to the panel design.

Likewise, the F9 Pro packs 6,330mAh while the F9 Ultra jumps to 8,050mAh, both supporting 100W wired charging and USB Power Delivery. On camera, the F9 Ultra adds a 50MP ultrawide and a 50MP 5x telephoto on top of its main sensor, while the F9 Pro trims that down to an 8MP ultrawide and a 2.5x telephoto. 

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Xiaomi is all set to unveil the Xiaomi 18 Fold later this month in China. The device will be powered by Xiaomi’s all-new Xring O3 chip, built with a 3nm manufacturing process. Ahead of the expected launch, it has emerged on Geekbench, revealing its AI capabilities. 

Xiaomi 18 Fold Geekbench AI listing spotted

As can be seen above, Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable phone has now made another appearance on Geekbench, but this time the listing focuses on its AI performance. The device is identified as the Xiaomi 2608BPX34C, which is believed to be the upcoming Xiaomi 18 Fold, and the listing provides a closer look at its underlying hardware.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold scored 629 in the Single Precision test, 799 in Half Precision, and 634 in the Quantized test on Geekbench AI 1.7.0. The listing shows it has the O3 motherboard, further pointing towards Xiaomi’s upcoming Xring O3 flagship chipset. The chip is listed with a 10-core CPU, comprising four cores at 3.15GHz, four at 3.69GHz, and two performance cores reaching 4.36GHz. The listing also reveals that the device has 16GB of RAM and Android 17.

These results add another piece to the picture around Xiaomi’s next foldable, particularly as the Xring O3 is expected to bring major CPU, GPU and AI improvements. The same chipset is also showing promising numbers on the upcoming Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max, which has crossed the 14,000-point mark in Geekbench’s multi-core test. The tablet, listed under model number M367FC, recorded a peak score of 14,319, while another run reached 14,153 points.

The Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max are expected to debut together. Rumors suggest that these devices will launch in the first half of this month, whereas the Xiaomi 18 lineup powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 may break cover by the end of this montn.

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Xiaomi’s compact Bluetooth Speaker Magnetic Version has now gone on sale in China following a successful crowdfunding campaign. The tiny speaker combines audio playback with a magnetic phone stand, giving it a more practical design than a conventional portable speaker. It also packs Bluetooth 6.0, RGB lighting, and water resistance in a 95-gram body.

Xiaomi Magnetic Bluetooth Speaker specifications and features

The speaker features a 1.5-inch full-range driver with 3W output and supports AAC and SBC audio codecs. Its magnetic base uses a Hall sensor to detect when a compatible phone is attached, automatically powering on the speaker, while removing the phone puts it into sleep mode. iPhone 12 and newer models can attach directly, while Android users can use the included magnetic ring.

A foldable metal ring on top works as both a carrying loop and a phone stand, allowing users to position the phone in landscape or portrait orientation. The speaker supports TWS stereo pairing with two units, while up to 10 speakers can be connected for a larger multi-speaker setup. It also carries an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance.

Power comes from a 650mAh battery, with Xiaomi claiming around four hours of continuous playback on a full charge. Charging is handled through USB-C, while the bottom of the speaker features an RGB light ring that reacts to music. Bluetooth 6.0 handles wireless connectivity, and the speaker weighs just 95 grams.

Xiaomi Magnetic Bluetooth Speaker price and availability

The Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker Magnetic Version is now available in China for a launch price of 149 Yuan (~$22), down from its 199 Yuan (~$30) regular price. The promotional price is available from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30. It comes in Dark Gray and Light Brown finishes. Xiaomi has not announced global availability yet.

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Xiaomi’s next-generation Xring O3 chip is set to power two upcoming devices, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max. Among them, the flagship tablet, reportedly carrying the model number M367FC, has already appeared on Geekbench, revealing its core specs and performance. Newer benchmark entries now show the chip crossing the 14,000 mark in multi-core performance.

Xring O3 pushes past 14K on Geekbench

The latest Geekbench listings show the Xiaomi M367FC reaching a peak multi-core score of 14,319, while another entry records 14,153. The single-core scores range from 3,474 to 3,710 across the listed results. These numbers provide an early look at the performance potential of the Xring O3 ahead of its arrival in Xiaomi’s upcoming hardware.

The Xring O3 is listed with a 10-core CPU configuration comprising four cores clocked at 3.15GHz, four at 3.69GHz, and two high-performance cores reaching 4.36GHz. Graphics are handled by a 16-core Mali-G2-Ultra-NX GPU.

Xiaomi has also claimed substantial generational gains, including up to 60% higher CPU performance and an 85% improvement in GPU performance, alongside a 64% increase in GPU power efficiency.

Unlike upcoming 2nm flagship chips from Qualcomm and MediaTek, the Xring O3 is built on a 3nm process. However, it is \ the first mobile chip to support LPDDR6 memory. The Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max are expected to pair it with CXMT’s 16GB LPDDR6 memory, which can reach speeds of up to 12,800Mbps and deliver memory bandwidth of up to 113.8GB/s.

The chip also reportedly delivers 200 TOPS of tensor AI performance, 3.13 TFLOPS of vector AI performance, and up to 45% higher NPU performance. Xiaomi has claimed an AnTuTu score of 5.22 million, potentially making the Xring O3 the first mobile chip to cross five million points.

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Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Mini Twin-Tub Washer-Dryer 5kg in China. It has a standard retail price of 3,499 yuan ($520) and now up for pre-order on JD.com. The appliance is built to handle a practical household task: washing different types of clothes at the same time without mixing them together.

Mijia Mini Washer-Dryer Specifications

Instead of a standard single drum, the machine splits its 5kg washing capacity across two independent 2.5kg tubs. For drying, each drum holds up to 1.5kg, giving the unit a total drying capacity of 3kg. This setup means you can wash baby clothes in one drum and adult clothes in the other, or keep delicates away from heavier fabrics. To make sure the loads stay separated, the machine uses independent water and drying channels for each tub, which prevents water from one drum crossing into the other.

Inside, the washer uses a direct-drive motor that reaches a maximum spin speed of 1,200rpm. The drums are 255mm in diameter. For detergent, the machine has two separate 150ml auto-dosing dispensers. It calculates how much soap is needed for a specific load to cut down on residue. Xiaomi claims a full dispenser can last for around a month under typical use, while the self-cleaning system helps prevent blockages over time.

The machine includes 34 wash programs for specific stains like coffee, mud, and makeup. There is a 40-minute quick wash-and-dry cycle for small items, and a 40°C low-temperature drying mode for silk that uses sensors to stop the cycle when the fabric is dry.

If you leave clothes in the machine overnight, it turns on a ventilation system to circulate fresh air and limit odors. It also has a 95°C high-temperature drum-cleaning mode and claims a 99.99% removal rate for bacteria and viruses.

Like other Mijia devices, it connects to the Mi Home app and HyperOS system. It supports voice controls and receives over-the-air software updates. The unit measures 598 x 574 x 478mm, which allows it to fit into standard 600mm-deep cabinets. It weighs 41kg and can sit on the floor, on a counter, or stacked on top of a standard front-loading washing machine.

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Xiaomi confirmed a few weeks ago that the Pad 9 Pro Max would be the first tablet to use its in-house XRING O3 chip. The tablet has now appeared on Geekbench, giving us an early look at its performance.

The Geekbench listing confirms the XRING O3 is powering the tablet, with the CPU setup matching Xiaomi’s earlier details. The chip has 10 cores split across three tiers: two C1-Ultra cores clocked at 4.36GHz, four C1-Premium cores at 3.69GHz, and four C1-Pro cores at 3.15GHz. Graphics are handled by a Mali G2 Ultra NX MC16 GPU with 16 cores.

Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max shows its performance

The Pad 9 Pro Max scored more than 3,400 points in the single-core test and over 13,200 points in the multi-core test. The multi-core result is lower than an earlier claim for XRING O3 from Xiaomi itself, where the chip scored 15,000 points.

That difference isn’t unusual for a pre-release device. Performance can change as Xiaomi continues to optimize the software and tune the tablet’s thermal management before launch.

The Pad 9 Pro Max has already appeared in several leaks, including details about its color and memory options. Its Geekbench listing suggests development is moving closer to the final stage. The tablet is expected to feature a 13.3-inch display and support 120W charging.

The Pad 9 Pro Max will also sit at the top of the upcoming Pad 9 lineup. Xiaomi is reportedly preparing a standard Pad 9 and a Pad 9 Pro, with both expected to use Qualcomm chips instead of the company’s in-house XRING O3.

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Pad 9 Pro Max in early September.

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Xiaomi just listed a new Mijia LED Bulb Bluetooth Mesh Edition in China, and you can grab one for 29.9 yuan (~ $5). It’s a budget smart bulb, but it packs in features you’d expect from something pricier.

The bulb has a simple design with a standard E27 base, so it should fit most existing light fixtures. Its light-emitting surface is made from high-refractive-index PC material, which helps spread the light more evenly and reduces harsh bright spots. Xiaomi rates the bulb at 500 lumens, which should be enough to light up a medium-sized room.

The bulb also supports adjustable color temperature from 2700K to 6500K. That means you can use a warmer yellow light in the evening and switch to a cooler white light when you need brighter lighting during the day. The range is the same as the original Mijia LED Bulb Bluetooth Mesh Version launched in 2020. The main upgrade this time is a new, more energy-efficient LED bead.

As the name suggests, Bluetooth Mesh is one of the main features. It allows multiple bulbs to be connected and controlled together without using your Wi-Fi network. This means the bulbs won’t take up your router’s bandwidth, while the connection can continue working even when your Wi-Fi connection is unstable.

You can pair the bulb with your phone and control it through the Xiaomi Home app. If you already have a compatible gateway, you get more features, including voice controls for adjusting the brightness, as well as timers and delayed on/off schedules.

At under 30 yuan, this bulb is an easy way to start building out a smart lighting setup without spending much upfront.

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Xiaomi’s next premium tablet lineup is starting to take shape through some fresh leaks, and it looks like a solid step up in size and battery life for one of its mid-to-high-end models.

Xiaomi has already confirmed that its top-tier Pad 9 Pro Max is coming in September 2026, powered by the company’s own Xring O3 chipset. The wider Pad 9 series is also expected to include a standard Pad 9 and a Pad 9 Pro. Recent details from tipster Digital Chat Station on Weibo focus on what most people believe is the Pad 9 Pro, giving a clearer idea of its core hardware.

According to the leak, the tablet should pack a 12.5″ LCD panel with 3.2K resolution and a peak 144 Hz refresh rate. Power is expected to come from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, a 3 nm chip with eight Oryon CPU cores and an Adreno 829 GPU. Battery capacity is tipped at 11,000 mAh with support for 67 W wired fast charging.

Overall, that’s an upgrade over the current Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, which has an 11.2″ LCD (also 144 Hz), a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and a smaller 9,200 mAh battery while keeping the same 67 W charging. The bigger screen and larger battery should make a noticeable difference for media and all-day productivity.

At the moment, Xiaomi hasn’t officially confirmed the standard Pad 9 or Pad 9 Pro models, and full specs or pricing haven’t been released. The Pad 9 Pro Max is still the only one with a firm September timeline and the in-house Xring O3 chip. More details on the rest of the lineup should start appearing as the launch window gets closer. The leak just reinforces that Xiaomi is continuing to expand its tablet range with more competitive hardware across different sizes and price points.

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Rumors suggest that Xiaomi will unveil the Xiaomi 18 Fold by early September in China. Ahead of the launch, the brand has already confirmed that it will be equipped with the all-new 3nm Xring O3 chip and will be the first device to feature the next-generation LPDDR6 RAM. It appears that in the days leading up to the launch, the brand is expected to reveal more details about it. Meanwhile, tipster Bald Panda has revealed the battery size and charging capabilities of the device.

Xiaomi 18 Fold battery, charging details leaked

According to the tipster, the Xiaomi 18 Fold will house a massive 6,000mAh battery, making it bigger than other wide-foldable phones available in the market. In comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a smaller 4,880mAh battery, whereas the Huawei Pura X View has a slightly bigger 5,300mAh battery. The tipster also revealed that the device will support 67W wired and 50W wireless charging.

As per other leaks, the Xiaomi 18 Fold will arrive with a 7.6-inch foldable screen and will run on HyperOS 4-based Android 17. For photography, it is expected to feature a 200-megapixel primary camera. For security, it will have a side-facing fingerprint sensor.

Alongside the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the company will announce a new tablet called the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max, which will also feature the Xring O3 chip. The other details of this device are under wraps.

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Xiaomi has an event planned in early September for its new Xiaomi 18 Fold and tablets. The latter is the Xiaomi Pad 9 series, and a fresh leak today spills the beans on the top-of-the-line model, reportedly called Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max. 

The leak says the tablet will have a 13-inch screen with a soft-light option, and comes in a striking red shade. Xiaomi started the trend-red with the Redmi K100 Pro Max, and now picked up by the Xiaomi 18 Fold, as shown in leaked images. Looks like the upcoming tablet is also a part of this. 

The engineering sample reportedly has 8GB of RAM, while retail versions will go up to 16GB paired with either 512GB or 1TB of storage. The battery is over 10000mAh, supports a 120W adapter, and the tablet weighs around 650g.

Digital Chat Station also says the Pad 9 Pro Max will be the cheapest way to get Xiaomi’s next-generation chip. The chip in question is the XRING O3, and the Pad 9 Pro Max will be the first device to use it alongside the 18 Fold. 

The foldable is likely to cost north of $1500 when it launches; no surprise the Pad 9 Pro Max will be a more accessible option to test the new chip.

The Xring O3 has a deca-core CPU with 6 ultra-large cores and 4 large cores, with a maximum frequency of 4.35GHz. Its multi-core benchmark score has passed 15,000 points, a 60% increase over the previous chip. The GPU is a 16-core G2-Ultra NX unit with third-generation ray tracing support.

Xiaomi Pad 9 series has three models 

In another leak earlier this month, the tipster claimed the Xiaomi Pad 9 series will include three models: the standard Pad 9, the Pad 9 Pro, and the Pad 9 Pro Max. The Pad 9 Pro is expected to have a 12.5-inch LCD screen with 67W charging, while the vanilla model settles with an 11.2-inch screen and 45W charging.

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Xiaomi is working on the Smart Band 11, as the device has surfaced on the floor via the Xiaomi Health Research App. The reveal shows the design of the fitness band and confirms that the company will offer more versions this time.

According to the app listing, the Xiaomi Band 11 series will include four models. There will be a standard version and an NFC model, along with a ceramic edition and a model with an all-metal body. The metal version is the main new addition to the lineup. The Smart Band 10 also had a ceramic model, but it was released as a special edition rather than as part of a four-model lineup.

Two Bluetooth band models, M2616B1 and M2617B1, received radio approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in June. These are believed to be the standard Xiaomi Band 11 and the NFC version.

Both models have a 233mAh battery. That’s the same battery capacity used in the previous generation, so Xiaomi does not appear to be increasing the battery size this time. If the Band 11 lasts longer on a charge, the improvement will likely come from better power efficiency and software rather than a larger battery.

What to expect from the Xiaomi Smart Band 11

Looking at the previous generation gives us an idea of what Xiaomi could improve this time. The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 launched in June last year with a 1.72-inch AMOLED display. It offered up to 1,500 nits of brightness, a 60Hz refresh rate, and support for wet-hand touch protection to reduce accidental inputs.

The Smart Band 10 also received a colorful ceramic edition. Xiaomi marketed it as a “tenth generation collector’s edition,” with prices starting at 269 yuan (~ $40).

The Band 11 series could take that idea further by making different materials part of the main lineup. Buyers will reportedly be able to choose the regular model for a simpler design or go for the ceramic or metal versions for a more premium look.

Xiaomi has not revealed the pricing or launch date for the Band 11 series yet. More details about its design, display, health features, and other specifications should appear in the coming months as the launch gets closer.

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Xiaomi confirmed today that the Xiaomi 18 Fold will be the world’s first phone to ship with CXMT’s new LPDDR6 memory. The foldable is set to launch in September alongside the new SkyNomad SUV.

Xiaomi founder, chairman, and CEO Lei Jun announced the news on Weibo while congratulating CXMT on reaching mass production of LPDDR6. He called the achievement “remarkable” and said Xiaomi’s XRING O3 is the first chip to support the new memory standard. The Xiaomi 18 Fold will be the first device to use the technology.

Lei also said he expects more Chinese tech companies to work together on projects like this in the future. The XRING O3 itself only came out on August 24. Xiaomi unveiled it as the first chip in the industry built to work with LPDDR6. 

What can you expect

According to IT Home, CXMT detailed the new memory in its 2026 semi-annual report. The company says LPDDR6 is a major upgrade over its previous LPDDR5X memory, with improvements to its architecture and data transfer system.

LPDDR6 can reach transfer speeds of up to 12,800Mbps and is available with up to 16GB of memory per chip. CXMT has already sent samples to key customers for testing and is now working to increase mass production.

Faster memory helps a phone handle multiple apps more smoothly, open apps faster, and deal with demanding AI features more efficiently. The move is also an important step for CXMT, which has been working to compete with major memory makers such as Samsung and SK Hynix. By supplying the first phone with LPDDR6, CXMT has secured an early lead in the new memory standard.

Xiaomi has not revealed the full specifications of the Xiaomi 18 Fold yet. However, with the foldable confirmed to launch in September, we should learn more about the phone soon.

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Xiaomi doesn’t sell one phone a year; it sells dozens, spread across three sub-brands, three or four price tiers, and two forms — conventional and foldable.

As you might be aware, Xiaomi’s Redmi sub-brand covers the budget-to-mid-range crowd, Poco is known for its performance-per-dollar phones, while the Xiaomi-branded line handles everything from a genuinely affordable flagship to a camera system co-built with Leica.

It’s always good to have more choices for consumers, but this also makes it difficult for users to navigate that pool to find the best device for their needs. So instead of ranking every Xiaomi or sub-brand phone you can get on the market today, we’ve listed the best ones by category in this list today. That way, you can go straight to the phone that fits your budget and what you actually need.

The Best Overall

The Xiaomi 17 is the most balanced phone in the company’s numbered flagship series. It launched globally at MWC 2026 as a compact device with the best flagship hardware for its size.

The phone has a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED display with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 1.18mm bezels, 12-bit color, and up to 3,500 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, built on a 3nm process, with 12GB or 16GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage.

Powering the setup is a 6,330mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi says the battery can retain at least 80% of its capacity after 1,600 charging cycles.

The camera system is also more capable than the phone’s compact size might suggest. There is a 50MP Light Fusion 950 main camera with OIS, a 50MP 60mm floating telephoto with OIS and 2.6x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The front camera is also 50MP. All four cameras are part of the Leica-tuned system.

The Xiaomi 17 starts at €999 for the 12GB/256GB model in Europe, while the 12GB/512GB version costs €1,099.

The Best Ultra-Tier

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has few similarities with the base model, like the chipset, but its headline specs are the cameras. The back has a 50MP 1-inch main camera and a 200MP Leica telephoto camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor.

The biggest camera feature is the telephoto system. Instead of relying on a fixed periscope lens, Xiaomi is using a mechanical optical zoom system that moves between 75mm and 100mm focal lengths. The company says it can provide optical-quality zoom out to the equivalent of 400mm. The phone also has a 50MP ultrawide camera with a 115-degree field of view.

The phone is built around a 6.9-inch HyperRGB OLED display with a 1-120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,500 nits of brightness. The battery is 6,000mAh and supports 90W wired and 50W wireless charging.

The global version comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. In Europe, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra starts at €1,499.

The Best Flagship Alternative

If you don’t need all the hardware of a full flagship, Xiaomi has the T-series as a cheaper middle ground. The latest generation includes the Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro, both of which offer Leica cameras and big silicon-carbon batteries for less than the base Xiaomi 17. 

The Xiaomi 17T has a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color, and up to 3,500 nits of peak brightness. It runs on MediaTek’s Dimensity 8500-Ultra, a 4nm chip, and comes with 12GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage.

The 17T also has a 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery with 67W wired charging. Its camera setup includes a 50MP main camera with OIS, a 50MP 5x periscope telephoto camera with OIS, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The phone supports Leica Live Moment for capturing a short moving clip alongside a photo.

On the other hand, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is bigger at 6.83 inches, with a 1.5K AMOLED display running at 144Hz. It is powered by MediaTek’s 3nm Dimensity 9500 chip with an all-big-core CPU design. 

Its camera system is similar to the standard 17T but gets a larger 50MP Light Fusion 950 main sensor. It is joined by the same 50MP 5x Leica periscope telephoto camera with OIS and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The telephoto supports 5x native optical zoom, 10x optical-quality zoom, and up to 120x AI Ultra Zoom.

The Pro also gets a larger 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi says the battery can retain at least 80% of its capacity after 1,600 charging cycles. It also has IP68 water and dust resistance, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

You can get the Xiaomi 17T at €749 for 12GB/256GB, while the 12GB/512GB model costs €799 in Europe. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 17T Pro starts at €899 for 12GB/256GB, rises to €999 for 12GB/512GB, and reaches €1,099 for 12GB/1TB in Europe.

The Best Under $500

The Redmi Note 17 Pro is the newest entrant in the Redmi Note lineup. Its biggest feature is an 8,340mAh silicon-carbon battery, which Xiaomi rates for up to 28 hours of video playback. The battery supports 67W wired charging and 22.5W wired reverse charging. 

The phone has a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,500 nits of peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, built on a 4nm process, with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

As for durability, the phone has IP66 and IP68 water and dust resistance and has passed a 3-meter underwater test lasting up to 72 hours. Xiaomi also promises six years of security updates. 

For optics, the Redmi Note 17 Pro has a dual camera system on the back, led by a 50MP main camera with OIS and an 8MP ultrawide camera. The front has a 16MP camera. The Redmi Note 17 Pro starts at around $400 globally.

The Best Under $300

The Redmi 17 5G sits below the Note series but still offers a large display and battery for its price. It has a 6.9-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 7,500mAh battery. The battery supports 45W turbo charging and up to 22.5W wired reverse charging. Xiaomi says the battery can maintain at least 80% of its original capacity after 1,000 full charging cycles.

The phone is powered by a 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 6GB of physical RAM and 256GB of storage. There is also a 50MP AI dual-camera system, 5G connectivity, NFC, and an IP64 rating on some global versions. The exact configuration and pricing vary by market.

The Best Under $200

The Redmi 15C is Xiaomi’s entry-level option and focuses on the basics. It has a 6.9-inch HD+ LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 810 nits of brightness.

The phone uses the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra and is available with different RAM and storage configurations depending on the market. It also supports microSD expansion, giving buyers an easy way to add more storage.

The standout feature is the 6,000mAh battery, which supports 33W fast charging. There is also a 50MP AI dual-camera system and an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance. Xiaomi’s global launch price was around $119, but the actual price varies considerably between markets.

The Best Flip Foldable

The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 stands out from other flip phones mainly because of its battery. It packs a 5,165mAh battery, which was unusually large for the flip-phone category when it launched.

It supports 67W wired and 50W wireless charging, giving it an advantage over many compact foldables that still use smaller batteries and slower charging systems.

The phone runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite and has a 6.86-inch inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,200 nits of brightness. The cover screen is also larger than the previous generation.

For cameras, there is a 50MP main camera using an OmniVision sensor and a 50MP ultrawide camera with autofocus and macro support. The front camera is 32MP and can record 4K video. The Mix Flip 2 starts at 5,999 yuan in China for the 12GB/256GB version. 

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Samsung was the first to bring hardware-based screen privacy to its phones with the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Xiaomi is now working on a similar feature, according to new screenshots that emerged on X showing the feature in action.

Xiaomi is calling the feature “Smart Privacy Display,” and the interface shows it will be more than just an on/off switch. 

You can create custom groups and assign specific apps to each, letting you decide exactly which apps trigger privacy mode and which don’t. There’s also an automatic mode that kicks in for sensitive screens without you having to do anything, like password fields, banking apps, and messaging threads.

The leak lines up with earlier rumors from June that Xiaomi was developing a Samsung-style privacy display for its next flagship phones. The newly leaked screenshots add weight to the claim, although Xiaomi has not officially confirmed the feature yet.

Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max could get the feature

The Smart Privacy Display is expected to arrive with the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max. Both phones are rumored to launch in September and could be among the first devices to use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset.

The two phones are also expected to retain the rear displays seen on their predecessors. However, rumors suggest Xiaomi could make these secondary screens larger this time.

For now, it is unclear exactly how Xiaomi’s privacy display works at the hardware level. Samsung’s implementation on the Galaxy S26 Ultra uses special display technology to reduce the viewing angle rather than relying on software dimming or a physical privacy filter. You can read more about how Samsung’s privacy display technology works here.

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Xiaomi has officially started selling its first network-attached storage (NAS) device, the Xiaomi Smart Storage, in China following its recent unveiling.

The device comes pre-populated with WD Red Plus drives. The base 4TB model (which uses two 2TB drives) costs 2,699 yuan ($401). There is also an 8TB version for 3,499 yuan ($520) and a 16TB version for 5,499 yuan ($818). If you need more space down the line, the system supports up to 60TB of total storage if you swap in two 30TB drives.

Xiaomi NAS Specifications

Physically, it’s a straightforward aluminum box with an active fan to keep the drives cool. It runs on 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, which handles the operating system and local processing tasks. The port selection is basic but covers the essentials: a 2.5GbE Ethernet port for your network, a USB-A 3.0 port for external accessories, and an HDMI 1.4 port. That HDMI connection lets you plug the NAS directly into a TV or monitor to play 4K video at 30Hz without needing a separate streaming box.

What makes this device interesting is how it ties into Xiaomi’s software ecosystem. If you use a Xiaomi phone running HyperOS 3.0 or newer, the NAS automatically shows up in the native file manager. It handles full device backups, including specific app data like WeChat histories. It also connects directly to compatible Xiaomi security cameras, allowing you to record and store local video feeds from up to four cameras at once.

Beyond storage, the NAS acts as a local hub for the Mi Home smart ecosystem. By processing smart home automations locally rather than sending commands to a cloud server, Xiaomi says device response times are noticeably faster.

On the software side, Xiaomi has included the kind of media management tools you usually see from established NAS makers like Synology. There is a photo app that uses local processing to group pictures by faces and locations, and it supports text searches to find specific images. For video files, the system automatically pulls in movie posters, titles, and ratings based on the file names.

You can access the NAS remotely through a dedicated app for iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows. Xiaomi provides up to 40Mbps of free remote bandwidth, which is enough to stream your stored movies or download files while you are away from the house. The system supports up to 16 separate user accounts, so multiple family members can back up their devices while keeping their data private.

The Xiaomi Smart Storage comes with a three-year warranty. The company hasn’t mentioned whether it will be sold in other regions.

In related news, Casio has launched three new Gravitymaster GWR-B3000 watches in the US, while Timex has launched the affordable Expedition Sierra Chronograph with a bold military-style dial.

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is now official, bringing a premium set of features to Samsung’s Fan Edition lineup. It combines a 6.7-inch 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, an Exynos 2500 chipset, up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, and a 4,900mAh battery with 45W wired charging and wireless charging.

The phone also features a 50-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide, and an 8-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. Samsung’s seven generations of Android OS upgrades and seven years of security updates add to its long-term appeal. However, buyers have plenty of alternatives if they want faster charging, larger batteries, more powerful hardware, different camera capabilities, or a more compact design.

Samsung Galaxy S25

Ideal for compact flagship performance and long-term software support.

The Galaxy S25 is one of the most natural alternatives because it comes from Samsung’s flagship range. Its compact 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display has a 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. The Snapdragon 8 Elite, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage provide fast performance for demanding apps and multitasking.

Its 4,000mAh battery is smaller than those found in many rivals, but the phone supports 25W wired charging, wireless charging, and Wireless PowerShare. The camera system is more versatile than many upper-midrange competitors, with a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS, a 12-megapixel ultrawide, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.

The Galaxy S25 launched with Android 15 and One UI 7. This phone is promised to receive seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates. Its main weakness is battery capacity, but its compact design, polished software, and reliable cameras make it a strong choice for users who want a smaller flagship.

Motorola Signature

A strong choice for large-screen entertainment, flagship performance, and advanced photography.

The Motorola Signature focuses on high-end hardware while maintaining a more mainstream design than a gaming phone. It features a 6.8-inch Extreme AMOLED display and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor. LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage are available, with configurations reaching 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

Its 5,200mAh silicon-carbon battery supports 90W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and reverse charging. The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA 828 main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultrawide, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. It can also record 8K Dolby Vision video.

The phone launched with Android 16 and is scheduled to receive up to seven years of software support, with security updates listed through 2032.

Xiaomi 17T Pro

A compelling option for high-end performance, extended battery life, and impressive photography experience.

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is designed for buyers who want powerful hardware and long endurance. Its 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz. The camera system includes a 50-megapixel Leica main camera, a 50-megapixel Leica telephoto camera with OIS and a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 32-megapixel under-display selfie camera keeps the front panel clean.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9500, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.1 storage provide strong performance, with storage options reaching 1TB. A 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery is one of its biggest advantages. It supports 100W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, while wired reverse charging adds extra flexibility.

The 17T Pro is entitled tod to receive five major Android OS upgrades and six years of total software and security update support. It comes loaded with HyperOS 3-based Android 16.

Vivo V70 Elite

Well suited to photography enthusiasts seeking ZEISS cameras, endurance, and fast charging.

The Vivo V70 Elite combines upper-midrange performance with a camera-focused design. It uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. The phone runs Android 16 through OriginOS 6 and includes a 6,500mAh battery with 90W charging.

Its rear camera system consists of a 50-megapixel ZEISS main camera with OIS, a 50-megapixel ZEISS super telephoto camera with OIS, and an 8-megapixel ultrawide camera. A 50-megapixel autofocus selfie camera is included on the front. Vivo lists up to four generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates.

The V70 Elite is a good fit for users who want a camera-oriented phone with strong endurance and fast charging. Its main drawback is availability, since it may not be sold in every market. As far as updates are concerned, the V70 Elite will get four major Android OS updates and six years of security patches.

OnePlus 13

The right pick for buyers seeking flagship-grade speed and fast charging at a lower price.

Last year’s OnePlus 13 remains relevant because of its powerful hardware. It uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite and features a high-resolution 2K ProXDR display, LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage. Its silicon-carbon battery supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

The camera system includes three 50-megapixel sensors: a Sony LYT-808 main camera with OIS, a 3x telephoto camera and an ultrawide camera. The phone also supports 4K Dolby Vision recording across the camera system. OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, shipped with the device.

The OnePlus 13 is attractive for buyers who want flagship performance without paying for the newest generation. However, availability, warranty coverage, and long-term support can vary by region, particularly in Europe and the US. It is also confirmed to be treated with four major Android OS updates and six years of security patches.

Other notable devices worth considering in this premium territory include the stylish Oppo Reno 16, the compact Oppo Reno 15 Pro Mini, the imaging-oriented Vivo X200T where available, Apple’s iPhone 16, and the gaming-focused iQOO 15.

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Flip phones are a smaller part of the foldable market than book-style models, and 2026 has been a quieter year for clamshell launches. Some brands skipped this generation, while others focused their efforts on larger foldable phones.

The flip phones that did arrive mostly improve on designs we have already seen rather than trying something completely new. Still, there are a few models worth considering. Based on their specs and early testing, these are the five flip phones that stand out in 2026.

Motorola Razr 70 Ultra

The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra keeps the familiar clamshell design, with a 4-inch cover display and a larger 7-inch screen inside. Both are LTPO screens with a 165Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and comes with up to 16GB of RAM.

As for optics, you get dual 50MP lenses on the rear for wide and ultrawide shots, while there’s a third 50MP sensor for selfies. Keeping things running is a 5000mAh battery with 68W wired and 30W wireless charging support.

Motorola priced the phone at €1,399 in Europe. While it is not the cheapest option, you get a powerful processor, plenty of RAM, and large displays on both the inside and outside.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is 6.1mm thick when unfolded and weighs 180 grams. It has a 6.9-inch OLED inner display with a 120Hz refresh rate, along with a 4.1-inch cover screen that Samsung calls the FlexWindow.

The phone uses the Exynos 2600 in most markets, while select regions get the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Regardless, all versions come with 12GB of RAM. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip 8 at $1,199, which is $100 more expensive than its predecessor.

The phone has a 4,300mAh battery with support for 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Those numbers are lower than what Motorola and Xiaomi offer on their latest flip phones, but Samsung claims up to 31 hours of battery life on a full charge

Samsung’s biggest advantage, on conventional or foldable form, has always been the software support. The Z Flip 8 is promised seven major Android updates, giving it one of the longest support periods in the category. It also introduces an AI Assistant Activity Dashboard that shows users what background AI features are doing on the phone.

Xiaomi Mix Flip 2

The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was the first flip phone with a battery larger than 5,000mAh. It packs a 5,165mAh battery and supports 67W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. Xiaomi says the battery can last around half a day longer than the iPhone 16 Pro in its own tests.

The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and features a 6.86-inch inner display and a 4.01-inch cover screen. Both panels offer a 1.5K resolution and up to 3,200 nits of peak brightness.

For cameras, Xiaomi uses a Leica-tuned 50MP main camera and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The phone starts at around 5,999 yuan in China, or roughly $835; that is, the device is currently exclusive to China. Importing is the only option if you’re to get one.

Huawei Pura X

The Huawei Pura X takes a different approach to the flip phone design. Instead of folding down into the usual tall and narrow shape, it folds sideways into a wider format.

It has a 6.3-inch inner OLED display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. The 3.5-inch outer display uses a square 1:1 aspect ratio, giving the phone a look that is quite different from the other models here.

The Pura X is powered by Huawei’s Kirin 9020 chip and is available with up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It also has a 4,720mAh battery with 66W wired and 40W wireless charging. The phone has an IPX8 water-resistance rating.

Prices start at around 7,499 yuan, or roughly $1,038. However, Huawei does not officially sell the Pura X outside China, so buyers in other markets would need to import it. If you want a foldable phone that looks different from the usual clamshells, the Pura X is the most interesting option here.

Motorola Razr 70

The standard Motorola Razr 70 keeps much of the same design as the Ultra but costs less. The base model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage starts at €869 in Europe.

It also has a 3.6-inch cover display, while the inner screen is 6.9 inches. As expected, Motorola cuts back on some of the performance and camera hardware compared with the Ultra model.

Still, you get the same basic clamshell design, a large cover screen, a folding inner display, and Motorola’s software experience for considerably less money.

If you want a flip phone from a major brand without spending flagship-level money, the Razr 70 is the best-value option on this list.

Which Flip Phone Should You Buy?

The best choice depends on what matters most to you. The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the strongest overall hardware, especially when it comes to the processor and RAM.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the better pick if long-term software support is your priority, thanks to its seven major Android updates. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 stands out for its 5,165mAh battery and dual 50MP Leica camera system.

Meanwhile, the Huawei Pura X is the most unusual option because of its wide folding design. It is worth considering if you want something different and can import the phone. Finally, the Motorola Razr 70 is the most affordable option from a major brand on this list.

With fewer clamshell phones launching in 2026, these five cover most of the main choices currently available. The right one ultimately comes down to whether you value performance, software support, battery life, design, or price most.

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Not everyone’s a tablet person. Plenty of people buy one, use it for a week to watch a few shows in bed, and then let it sit in a drawer next to the charger it came with. That’s usually a sign the tablet wasn’t matched to what they actually needed it for. But the ones who do get it, who use their tablet daily for notes, sketching, reading, or genuinely replacing a laptop, tend to swear by them.

The difference in 2026 is that tablets have gotten good enough across the board that almost anyone can find one that earns its keep, whether that’s a massive screen for spreadsheets and Photoshop or something small enough to toss in a bag without a second thought.

Prices have shifted a bit this year too, following the same memory cost squeeze that’s been hitting phones, so a few of these cost more than you might remember from last year’s shopping. Here are five tablets worth considering in 2026.

Apple iPad Pro M5

Apple didn’t make major changes to the iPad Pro‘s design this year, and that’s probably fine. The 13-inch model is still just 5.1mm thick, while the Wi-Fi version weighs 579 grams. Its Ultra Retina Tandem OLED display runs at 120Hz and supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision, with peak brightness of 1,600 nits.

The biggest upgrade is inside. The iPad Pro now runs on Apple’s M5 chip, which brings a noticeable performance boost over the previous generation. Apple claims up to 3.7 times faster performance than the M1 iPad Pro in ray-traced 3D rendering, while gaming tests have also shown better sustained frame rates than the M4 model in demanding games.

Apple has also added its C1X modem and N1 wireless chip. That brings support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, while 40W charging can take the tablet to 50% in around 30 minutes.

You can get it in 256GB, and it goes all the way up to 2TB. Pricing starts at around $999 for the 11-inch model.

The iPad Pro has always been more expensive than most tablets, and that hasn’t changed. You’re paying not just for the hardware but also for iPadOS, Apple’s ecosystem, and the large selection of apps designed for the platform.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra

Samsung has gone all-in on size with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. It features a huge 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,600 nits of peak brightness. Despite the massive screen, the tablet is only 5.1mm thick.

It is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400+ chip with OneUI on top, and you also get S Pen support, which makes the tablet particularly useful for note-taking, drawing, and other productivity tasks. There’s also an 11,600mAh battery with 45W charging.

Samsung has also given the tablet an IP68 rating for ingress protection. The company has confirmed seven years of software updates for the S11 series, which should keep the tablet useful for a long time.

The Tab S11 Ultra starts at $1,299.99 with 256GB of storage and goes up to $1,899.99 for the 1TB model. Samsung also offers a Pro Keyboard that connects through the tablet’s Pogo Pin connector, making it much closer to a small laptop.

OnePlus Pad 4

The OnePlus Pad 4 is built around the idea that a tablet can be a laptop replacement without costing as much as one. Its 13.2-inch LCD has a 3.4K resolution, a refresh rate of up to 144Hz, Dolby Vision support, and peak brightness of 1,000 nits.

Under the hood is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, so there’s plenty of power for gaming and multitasking. But the battery is arguably the bigger selling point. The tablet packs a huge 13,380mAh battery and supports 80W fast charging.

The large battery means you can go for a long time without reaching for the charger, even with heavy use. OnePlus has also equipped the Pad 4 with an eight-speaker system for entertainment.

Depending on the market and storage configuration, the tablet costs around $630 to $700. That’s considerably less than the iPad Pro and Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra while still giving you flagship-level hardware.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro

Not everyone wants a massive 14-inch tablet. The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro takes a more balanced approach by offering plenty of power in a smaller and easier-to-carry package.

It has an 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD with a 144Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color, Dolby Vision, and up to 800 nits of brightness. Xiaomi also offers a Matte Edition with nano-etched anti-glare glass. It gives the screen a more paper-like finish and makes it particularly comfortable for reading and taking notes.

The tablet runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and has a 9,200mAh battery with 67W fast charging. Xiaomi even fitted a 50MP rear camera and a 32MP front camera, although cameras aren’t exactly the main reason to buy a tablet.

Its price starts at €649.99 for the 8GB/256GB version and goes up to €769.99 for the Matte Glass model with more storage. That makes it one of the more affordable ways to get flagship-level performance without carrying a huge tablet.

Honor MagicPad 4

The Honor MagicPad 4 is built to be impressively slim at just 4.8mm thick and 450 grams. Despite the ultra-slim body, it packs a 12.3-inch OLED display with a 3000 × 1920 resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and up to 2,400 nits of HDR brightness. Those are flagship-level numbers, especially for a tablet this thin.

The tablet is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip and comes with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It also has a 10,100mAh battery with 66W fast charging, which is impressive considering how little space Honor had to work with inside that 4.8mm body.

It also supports the Honor Pencil 3 stylus and Smart Keyboard, but they are sold separately for €50 or £50 each. MagicOS, for what it’s worth though, may not be as polished as iPadOS or Samsung’s One UI in some areas. But if portability matters to you, the MagicPad 4 is an easy one to consider.

Which Tablet Should You Actually Buy?

The iPad Pro M5 is the best overall choice if you want polished software, powerful hardware, and a strong selection of tablet apps. It’s also the obvious pick for creators and professionals who don’t mind paying more.

The Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra is the better option if you want a huge display, S Pen support, and a tablet that can double as a desktop-style workstation with Samsung DeX. The OnePlus Pad 4 makes more sense if performance and battery life are your priorities. It gives you flagship hardware without the price of Apple’s and Samsung’s top-end tablets.

Go with the Honor MagicPad 4 if you want a stunning display in the thinnest, lightest body you can find. And if you want something smaller and easier to carry, the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro offers a strong mix of performance, display quality, and price.

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Xiaomi wants you ready for this year’s winter early. The company just launched the Mijia Graphene Heater C on its Youpin platform, and it’s heading into crowdfunding on September 2 at 179 yuan (~ $25).

The design follows the same minimalist white look you’ll recognize from other Mijia products. The heater measures 175 x 175 x 472mm and weighs about 1.65kg, so you can carry it around without much effort. 

Mijia Graphene Heater C Specifications

It has a knob on top for adjusting the temperature, and a hidden handle on the back lets you move it between the counter and the floor whenever you need warmth in a different spot.

You get 80-degree oscillation, so the heater swings left and right to spread warm air across the room. Xiaomi built a large curved outlet into the front, paired with a micro-perforated mesh, to soften the airflow and distribute it more evenly rather than sending out one concentrated stream.

Inside, the heater relies on graphene material and a high-torque DC fan. That combination gets it to full heat in just 3 seconds, and it also puts out far-infrared light waves alongside the warm air. You can switch between two power settings, 2000W and 1200W, depending on how quickly you want the room to warm up or how much energy you want to use. At the higher setting, the room should feel noticeably warmer within 10 minutes.

This isn’t Xiaomi’s first heater to go through Youpin this year. The company recently put a gas water heater through the same crowdfunding process, and it’s been steadily filling out its home appliance lineup with similar launches, including a rice cooker just a day before this heater’s announcement.

For now, the Mijia Graphene Heater C is only confirmed for the Chinese market, so anyone outside China will need to wait and see if Xiaomi brings it further afield once crowdfunding wraps up.

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New photos claiming to show the Xiaomi 18 Fold have started circulating online, and they look similar to a phone Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun was seen holding earlier this week.

The phone in the photos wears the same Red finish that Redmi picked for the K100 Pro Max. The rear camera module stretches horizontally across the top of the phone and houses three lenses and an LED flash. The leaked images also give us a better idea of the phone’s thickness.

Xiaomi has already confirmed that the 18 Fold will launch in September. It will also be the first phone to use the company’s own XRING O3 chip. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun previously confirmed the phone as part of the company’s busy September launch schedule.

XRING O3 at the core

The XRING O3 has already attracted plenty of attention. It reportedly scored 5.22 million points on AnTuTu, making it the first mobile chip to cross the 5-million mark.

The processor uses a 10-core CPU design, with all of the cores classified as big cores instead of combining big and smaller efficiency cores. Xiaomi says the chip crossed 15,000 points in multi-core testing, which is a 60% improvement over last year’s chip.

Graphics performance is handled by the new G2-Ultra NX GPU, which is also a first for Xiaomi. The company claims it delivers an 85% increase in graphics performance while using 64% less energy.

The XRING O3 is also the first mobile chip to support LPDDR6 memory. This pushes memory bandwidth to 113.8GB/s, around 48% higher than the previous XRING O1.

Xiaomi has also built the chip around what it calls a unified fusion bus architecture and top-tier metal wiring. According to the company, this brings static latency down to 82ns. While those numbers mainly matter in benchmarks, the lower latency should also help the phone feel more responsive in everyday use.

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Xiaomi just officially unveiled its latest flagship mobile chipset, the Xring O3, and the early independent tests are already making headlines. Building on last year’s solid Xring O1, this new processor is getting a lot of attention for packing strong performance with better efficiency.

According to tests from Chinese outlet Xiaobai’s Tech Reviews (run on what looks like a reference design), the Xring O3 scores 3,854 in Geekbench single-core. That’s roughly in the same ballpark as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Apple’s A19 Pro, and about 25% better than the previous Xring O1.

The multi-core numbers are even more eye-catching. Its 10-core CPU hits 15,086 points, well clear of the highest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 scores seen in similar tests (which stayed under 12,000 on devices like the iQOO 15 Ultra). That’s roughly a 55% jump over the Xring O1. And it’s doing all this while being more power-efficient than Qualcomm’s current top silicon.

Graphics performance follows the same trend. In 3DMark’s Steel Nomad Light test, the Xring O3 comes in more than 40% higher than current flagship chipsets and up to 90% higher than last year’s Xring O1. Again, the gains come with better efficiency on a performance-per-watt basis.

What’s especially interesting is that the Xring O3 is built on TSMC’s N3P process, not the newer N2 node that Qualcomm, Apple, and MediaTek are expected to use for their next flagships. Even so, the early data suggests Xiaomi’s chip is in a good position to compete with those upcoming designs. Xiaomi has confirmed the Xring O3 will power devices including the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Pad 9 Pro Max.

It’s worth keeping in mind that these benchmarks were run on a prototype or reference platform, so they could reflect optimistic conditions. Real-world performance in actual shipping phones will depend on cooling, sustained power limits, and software tuning. Still, the early numbers look promising for Xiaomi’s second-generation custom silicon.

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Xiaomi has released a new floor-standing air conditioner in China. The Mijia Air Conditioner Giant Energy-Saving Floor-Standing 5HP is currently available on JD.com for 7,999 yuan (around $1,190).

Mijia Floor-Standing 5HP AC Specifications

It is designed for large spaces, specifically rooms between 50 and 80 square meters, making it an option for both homes and small commercial areas. Inside, the system is powered by a 38.6cc displacement compressor. Xiaomi paired this with a dual-row condenser and a dual-row evaporator.

The unit provides a maximum cooling capacity of 13,200W and a maximum heating capacity of 17,250W. To help adjust room temperatures quickly, the system supports 30-second rapid cooling and 60-second rapid heating. It does not use auxiliary electric heating at all. Instead, it relies entirely on its heat pump, which is built to function in outside temperatures ranging from -35°C to 65°C.

To circulate air, the indoor unit is equipped with a 120mm fan wheel. It can push up to 1,850 cubic meters of air per hour through a 181mm opening. The airflow has a 115-degree spread and can reach up to 17 meters across a room. The system includes four-way airflow adjustments, with specific settings that direct air along the ceiling or the floor so you can avoid a direct breeze.

For efficiency, the unit holds a Class 1 energy rating and an Annual Performance Factor (APF) of 3.75. Xiaomi estimates that its software algorithms can cut energy consumption by roughly 20% during standard use, potentially saving users around 972kWh a year compared to older, less efficient models.

Because it is a Xiaomi product, it connects to the Mijia app, supports XiaoAI voice commands, and works with HyperOS Connect. The software provides cloud-based diagnostics that can identify 122 different hardware issues, like low refrigerant or blockages, and it supports over-the-air updates. Basic maintenance is handled by a self-cleaning cycle that uses a 58°C heating process to dry and clean the indoor evaporator.

The indoor unit is a simple white tower measuring 1,868mm tall and weighing 30kg. It produces about 50 to 52dB(A) of noise at high fan speeds. The outdoor unit weighs 68kg.

In related news, Xiaomi has recently launched the Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 and Air Purifier 4 Compact in India, as well as the Mijia Pressurized Steam Iron with 500kPa pressure and 135°C steam.

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Xiaomi is expanding its smart home lineup in India with two new air purifiers: the Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 and the Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact. The two devices are aimed at different ends of the market, with the larger model designed for living rooms and the compact version meant for desks or small bedrooms.

Specifications and Pricing

The Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 is the more capable of the two, priced at ₹19,999 ($210). It features a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 443 m³/h and is rated to handle spaces up to 940 square feet. Xiaomi has packed a five-stage filtration system into this unit. Alongside the standard primary filter and activated carbon layer, it includes UVC sterilization and a negative ion generator.

For monitoring, the Purifier 6 features five sensors that track temperature, humidity, dust, PM2.5, and PM1. The PM1 sensor can detect ultra-fine particles smaller than 1 micron, a feature more commonly found on pricier air purifiers.

Instead of a traditional, densely packed HEPA filter, both new purifiers use Xiaomi’s proprietary electrostatic filter media. The company claims that by using melt-blown fibers with an electrostatic charge, the filter allows more air to pass through with less resistance. In practical terms, this is meant to keep the fan noise down and reduce energy consumption while still capturing 99.97% of airborne particles.

The smaller Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact costs ₹7,999 ($84). It strips away the UVC light, the ionizer, and the extra sensors to focus on basic air cleaning for smaller spaces. It has a CADR of 230 m³/h, covers up to 400 square feet, and uses a standard three-layer filter setup. It is primarily built for quiet operation, featuring a sleep mode that drops the noise output to 20dB.

As with most of Xiaomi’s home appliances, both purifiers connect to the Xiaomi Home app. From there, you can check real-time air quality, adjust fan speeds, set schedules, and monitor filter degradation. These also support basic voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Availability

Both models only come in white. They will be available starting September 2, 2026, through Xiaomi’s website, Amazon India, Flipkart, Blinkit, and physical retail stores.

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The argument about flagship phones, or which is truly the best, has always been the same every year. Which one has the best camera? Which one lasts the longest? And, perhaps most importantly, which phone actually gives you a reason to upgrade?

The questions are the same in 2026, but there’s a new problem sitting around this year. Memory prices have gone up sharply, and so have the prices of smartphones. Xiaomi flat-out said that higher component has pushed the 17 Ultra price, while Samsung has reportedly been dealing with higher RAM costs from its own chip business.

You might expect that to make phone makers play it safe. And they likely will with all the flagships coming in September and beyond. For the time being, though, the top-end hardware is still priced relatively well, while offering the best of what they can.

So, if you’re already thinking about spending flagship money today, here are the best flagship phones that you can buy right now.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung is known for playing it safe with its flagship phones, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra is no exception. It is built around the same formula we’ve seen in the previous Galaxy Ultras, but that’s not to say nothing is new here. 

It starts at $1,299.99 and gives you a huge 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. There’s Gorilla Armor 2 on top, but the more interesting addition this year is Samsung’s Privacy Display.

The idea around privacy on a phone’s screen isn’t new. We’ve had privacy-focused tempered glass for years, but Samsung decided to ship it on the phone itself. And that too with exclusive customizations.

Samsung’s privacy screen changes the way the pixels work so the screen becomes much harder to see from the side while staying clear when you’re looking straight at it.

It’s one of those features that sounds like a gimmick until you actually use it. What’s more impressive is that you can even hide a part of the screen, like the notification island or messages.

The S26 Ultra also gets a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip made specifically for Galaxy phones. Samsung finally increased wired charging to 60W as well, which is a welcome change after years of sticking with 45W.

The battery, however, is still 5,000mAh. That’s the one area where Samsung hasn’t really kept up with some of its Chinese rivals, which are now putting 6,000mAh and even larger batteries into their flagships.

Still, the S26 Ultra is difficult to fault as an overall package. You get the 200MP main camera, multiple zoom options, the S Pen, Samsung DeX, a polished version of Android, and years of software support.

It may not be the most exciting phone in every category, but that’s exactly why it’s such an easy recommendation. It does almost everything well.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra

Oppo has been working with Hasselblad for a while now, but the Find X9 Ultra feels like the point where the partnership really starts to show.

This is also the first time Oppo has brought its Ultra flagship to global markets, and it has gone all-in on the cameras. There’s a 200MP main camera, a 200MP periscope telephoto, another 50MP periscope camera, and a 50MP ultrawide.

Yes, that’s a lot of megapixels. But the interesting part isn’t really the numbers. Oppo has worked the cameras into its Hasselblad Master Camera System, aiming for a more consistent look across the different lenses.

The rest of the phone doesn’t exactly feel like an afterthought either. There’s a 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED display running at 120Hz, while a massive 7,050mAh battery handles the power requirements. And when you finally do need to charge it, 100W wired charging gets the job done quickly.

The biggest question is whether you like ColorOS. It’s perfectly capable, but it can feel a little busier than the software on a Pixel or even a Samsung phone.

Then there’s the $1,499 starting price, which is a lot of money, but we also can’t factor out what it is offering in terms of hardware.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is another pick for camera nerds. Its main camera uses a 1-inch OmniVision sensor with LOFIC technology. It is designed to handle a wider range of brightness in difficult scenes. The 200MP periscope telephoto camera, developed with Leica as part of the companies’ deeper partnership, is another highlight here.

And this isn’t just a case of putting a Leica logo on the back. Leica has been involved in the camera’s development much earlier this time, including the design stage.

You can see where Xiaomi is going with this. The phone should be particularly good when you’re shooting after dark, zooming in on something far away, or dealing with scenes where the lighting is all over the place.

The hardware outside the cameras is flagship-grade too. There’s a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 6,800mAh battery. Charging is rated at 90W wired and 80W wireless. It’s available in the UK for £1,299.

So, should you buy it? If taking photos is one of the main reasons you’re upgrading, absolutely. If you’re more interested in software, gaming, or the overall ecosystem, there are better choices here.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

The Pixel 11 Pro XL is Google’s newest flagship in the market. And unlike other options in this list, it’s not big on camera megapixels or processing power. Pixel phones have mostly been known for software polish and tricks, and the 11 Pro XL is just that. 

The phone starts at $1,299 for 256GB and comes with a 6.8-inch QHD+ AMOLED display that can reach 3,600 nits of peak brightness.

Inside is Google’s Tensor G6 chip, along with a Titan M3 security chip. The camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, 48MP ultrawide, and 48MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom.

As usual with a Pixel, the camera experience isn’t just about the hardware. Google’s image processing does a lot of the work, which is why Pixel phones can often produce great photos without asking you to think too much about the settings.

A novel camera feature this year is Magic Capture. It lets you record videos as you usually do, but once you’re finished, the phone presents you with candid images from those past moments. Google is using AI to refine photos, but it’s still a neat trick for everyone who struggles with poses in normal shoots. 

There is one slightly strange change this year. The Pro XL now starts with 12GB of RAM, down from 16GB on last year’s model. That’s not something most people are going to notice in everyday use, but it does show just how much rising memory costs are affecting flagship phones.

What hasn’t changed is Google’s seven-year software support. The Pixel 11 Pro XL is probably the easiest phone on this list to recommend to someone who just wants Android to stay out of the way and work.

iPhone 17 Pro Max

If you’re already deep into Apple’s ecosystem, you probably don’t need much convincing about the iPhone 17 Pro Max. It’s still the phone Apple wants you to buy when money isn’t the main concern.

The 17 Pro Max starts at $1,199 for 256GB and comes with a redesigned aluminum unibody, a vapor chamber for better cooling, and Apple’s A19 Pro chip.

The 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display runs at up to 120Hz with ProMotion and can reach 3,000 nits outdoors. Apple has also added Ceramic Shield 2 and its new N1 wireless chip, along with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.

The camera setup has three 48MP cameras covering the main, ultrawide, and telephoto ranges, with up to 8x zoom. Apple also claims up to 39 hours of video playback, which should make this one of the better options here for heavy users.

Charging has finally become a little less painful too. With Apple’s new 40W adapter, the phone can reach 50% in around 20 minutes.

Of course, the biggest reason to buy the iPhone 17 Pro Max isn’t any single specification. It’s the ecosystem. If you have a Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods, or other Apple devices, everything simply works together.

The $1,199 starting price is still a lot, but if you’re already invested in Apple, the Pro Max is the obvious choice.

Which One Should You Actually Buy?

Here’s the simple version. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the one I’d recommend if you don’t have a specific weakness or preference. It’s the complete package, and features like the S Pen and DeX give it things the competition doesn’t really match.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is where I’d look first if the camera is the whole reason you’re upgrading. It isn’t cheap, but Oppo has clearly put a lot of work into making this a serious camera phone.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra makes more sense if you’re particularly interested in zoom and night photography. Its camera hardware is hard to ignore, although availability could be an issue depending on where you live.

The Pixel 11 Pro XL is the easy choice for people who value clean software and long-term support. It’s also probably the least intimidating phone here if you just want something that works without a lot of tinkering.

And then there’s the iPhone 17 Pro Max. If you’re already using Apple products, there’s little reason to look elsewhere unless you specifically want Android.

Flagship phones have gotten expensive, and there’s no getting around that. In previous years, at least the price hikes came with real hardware improvements. The upcoming flagships are set to become more expensive, and AI is to blame. So if you’re thinking of getting a new flagship phone, it’s best not to wait. Rather, know your requirements and get the one that’s best for you.

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Xiaomi has launched a new multifunctional smart rice cooker for people who want something more versatile than a basic one-pot cooker.

The Mijia Smart IH Rice Cooker 2 Multifunctional Edition is now listed on Xiaomi Youpin in both 3L and 4L sizes. Crowdfunding kicks off on September 6, with the 3L model priced at 649 yuan and the 4L at 689 yuan (~€87).

The design is modular, which should make cleaning a lot easier. Both sides of the inner pot have anti-scalding handles, so you can lift it out safely even when it’s hot. The 3L version measures 288.5 × 281 × 249.5 mm, while the 4L is a bit taller at 288.5 × 281 × 274 mm.

Both models put out 1,300 W and use a wrap-around 3D IH heating system. The three-dimensional coil covers more surface area so the rice heats and tumbles more evenly. The inner pot itself is a 3 mm thick fused titanium composite that holds heat well. It also features a true 0% fluorine coating that meets China’s national Class II non-stick standard, better for healthier cooking and simpler cleanup.

You get nine cooking modes, including premium rice, quick rice, nutritious steaming, stewing, and waterless baking. The heating logic has been tuned so a quick-cook cycle can finish in about 26 minutes. You can open the lid whenever you want to stir, add ingredients, or reduce the sauce without the cooker shutting down, which gives you more control over the process.

Connect it to the Xiaomi Mijia App and you unlock more than 100 cloud recipes. It also supports 24-hour delayed start and up to 12 hours of keep-warm, so meal planning is pretty flexible.

Overall, the Multifunctional Edition brings even IH heating, a fluorine-free non-stick pot, multiple cooking modes, and app support together in one package. It’s Xiaomi’s latest step toward giving people a single kitchen appliance that can handle a wider range of everyday dishes.

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Xiaomi’s Mijia product needs no event to launch in China. Par for the course, the company quietly announced a new water heater in the mainland, and this one skips the usual condensate hassle. 

Xiaomi launched the Mijia Smart Gas Water Heater Pro Dual Circulation Level 1 Energy Efficiency 16L on its Youpin crowdfunding platform today at 3,999 yuan (~ $595). You can, though, get it at an early-bird price of 3,499 yuan (~ $520) if you buy it during the launch window.

You’ll notice the design first if you’ve dealt with gas water heaters before. It measures 617 x 375 x 201 mm and uses a condensate-free setup. 

Condensing gas water heaters (like this one) capture extra heat from the exhaust gases, which cools that exhaust enough for water vapor in it to condense into liquid. However, the liquid becomes acidic as it mixes with compounds from the combustion process, so it normally needs a dedicated drain — a pipe running from the unit to a floor drain or plumbing stack. This often means extra wall drilling and visible piping when the unit gets installed.

This new Xiaomi heater skips that. Instead of draining the condensate as liquid, it runs the condensate through an internal neutralization device and a high-speed centrifuge, which atomizes it into a fine mist. The mist then exits through the flue along with the regular exhaust gases. There’s no need for an extra hole in the wall, that is.

Efficiency and Purification

On performance, this heater delivers 16 kg of hot water per minute at a rated heat load of 27.0 kW. It has a built-in DC inverter booster pump that adds a 10-meter head boost, so it works across a wide range of water pressure, from 0.02 MPa up to 0.85 MPa. 

If you live somewhere with multiple bathrooms running at once, its 7A-level constant temperature bathing function keeps your shower steady even when someone else turns on a tap, or you pause mid-shower.

The Heater Pro also has a built-in purification bottle that uses strontium-zinc trace element filtration to treat your bath water. For noise, Xiaomi is using four separate reduction methods, covering the source, water circuit, airtight isolation, and vibration, and the unit carries CQC certification for an operating noise level as low as 32 dB(A). You also get zero-cold-water tech, so hot water arrives instantly instead of making you wait through a cold-water drain first.

The heater runs on 220V power and natural gas rated at 2000Pa, and it connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 through the Xiaomi Home app. 

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Xiaomi has added another affordable personal care gadget to its lineup, a compact electric shaver designed for everyday use and easy travel.

The Mijia Electric Shaver S100 Cloud Pattern Blade Edition is now up on JD.com and Xiaomi Youpin for 99 yuan (~€13). It measures about 90.8 mm × 58.5 mm × 30.3 mm and is roughly 30 mm thick, so it’s small enough to toss in a bag or keep in a drawer.

Key specifications:

The whole unit is IPX7 waterproof, which means you can rinse it thoroughly under the tap. It’s also designed to be easy to clean: the shaver head detaches with a simple one-handed pry. There’s a single power button on the front. Press and hold it to lock the device for travel so it doesn’t turn on by accident in your bag.

According to Xiaomi, the shaving head is made using a Metal Injection Molding (MIM) process that creates a double-ring cloud-patterned foil. That design is said to boost the effective shaving area by about 34.7 percent. Pair that with a wider shaving inlet and a concave cutting edge, and you get a more wraparound cutting action. The floating dual-blade head can flex both ways: inward in a “V” shape to follow the jawline, and outward in an “8” shape to reach trickier spots like the corners of the mouth and sideburns.

Inside, the motor spins at 7,200 rpm while keeping noise under 72 dB(A). Charging is handled through a USB-C port on the bottom. A full charge takes around two hours and gives you roughly 90 minutes of continuous use. There’s also a quick-charge feature: five minutes plugged in is enough for at least one full shave.

All in all, the S100 Cloud Pattern Blade Edition looks like a practical option for anyone who wants something portable, waterproof, and reasonably priced for everyday grooming at home or on the go.

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Xiaomi has added a new model to its study lamp lineup, the Mijia Vertical Study Lamp 2C. It arrives a few months after the more expensive Mijia Vertical Study Lamp 2, but this version costs less while keeping many of the same lighting features.

The 2C weighs around 8.5kg and uses a base with an 11-degree anti-tipping design on both the front and back. The lamp head is only 28mm thick with touch buttons on the upper post that let you change modes without opening the app. Xiaomi says the lamp also meets national and EU safety standards.

Bright light with a wide coverage area

The lamp produces up to 11,000 lumens of light, enough to cover a room of up to 14 square meters. Its light-emitting surface sits about 1.3 meters above the desk, while the lamp head measures 80 cm long and spreads light evenly across the work area. The wide light source should also help reduce shadows from your hands while reading or writing.

Xiaomi is using a dual-light setup on the Lamp 2C, with the upper and lower lights split roughly in an 8:3 ratio. The upper light produces up to 8,000 lumens, while the lower light adds another 3,000 lumens. Both use diffuse reflection to spread the light instead of shining it directly downward.

The lamp has an Ra98 color rendering rating and a 4000K color temperature. It also has a full-spectrum GFC rating above 0.985, which makes the light similar to natural sunlight. For eye safety, the 2C meets the RG0 blue-light exemption standard. It also has a UGR rating below 13, meaning glare should be kept to a minimum during use.

The Mijia Vertical Study Lamp 2C is now available in China for 1,199 yuan (~ $178). The standard Lamp 2, in comparison, costs 2,349 yuan ($342).

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Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun says September will be a “big month” for the company as new products are lined up one after another. 

According to Lei, the month will begin with the launch of Xiaomi SkyNomad, a family-focused SUV lineup built on the Kunlun platform. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is confirmed to tag along, too. And while Lei doesn’t mention it, it’s likely that we will also see the Xiaomi Pad 9 Pro Max launching at the same event. The latter two are powered by Xiaomi’s new XRING O3 chip.

The XRING O3 has already made some big claims. It reportedly scored 5.22 million points on AnTuTu, making it the first smartphone chip to cross the 5 million mark. The chip uses a 3nm process and packs 24 billion transistors into a 133mm² design, which is 26% larger than the previous XRING O1.

Its 10-core CPU also scored more than 15,000 points in multi-core testing. And Xiaomi’s new G2-Ultra NX GPU is said to deliver 85% better graphics performance while using 64% less power.

Xiaomi 18 Pro Brings a New Snapdragon Chip

The Xiaomi 18 Pro series will arrive toward the end of September. Its biggest upgrade is expected to be the sixth-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip. Unlike O3, the Gen 6 will use a newer 2nm process.

The previous generation used a 3nm process, so the move to 2nm is expected to increase transistor density by around 30%. That could bring better performance, lower power use, and more stable performance during longer periods of heavy use.

The Xiaomi 18 Pro series is also expected to support 100W wired charging, the N79 5G band, and UWB connectivity. 

With the Sky Nomad SUVs, Xiaomi’s first foldable phone, and the Xiaomi 18 Pro series all arriving in the same month, September is sure to be the company’s busiest launch period this year.

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If you’ve been following the AI space closely, you likely know about Xiaomi’s growing suite of text, code, and voice LLMs. Now, the company has announced an in-house device to run these models, the Xiaomi AI Cube. 

It’s a prototype mini-PC built on three proprietary chips. Unveiled at today’s XRING Chip Technology Communication Conference, the device is powered by Xiaomi’s newly introduced XRING O3, XRING O100, and XRING D100 chips. 

Xiaomi AI Cube is powered by XRING SoCs

The XRING O3 is the main AI SoC inside the Cube. It has a 10-core all-big-core CPU layout, a 16-core G2-Ultra NX GPU, and a 200 TOPS low-power NPU. 

The XRING O100 is a high-bandwidth AI acceleration chip, built on 6nm 3D wafer-level stacking. It has 28,672 effective data lines and supports near-memory computing bandwidth of up to 1.22TB/s. 

The XRING D100 is a 3nm chip meant for intelligent driving workloads, with a 20-core high-performance CPU, a 16-core high-performance NPU, and support for up to 160GB of memory.

On the outside, the AI Cube uses an aerospace-grade aluminum unibody casing with 33,874 CNC precision cutouts, and it can sustain up to 150W of continuous power.

The point of the hardware is local deployment of large models, ranging from 3B up to 120B parameters, with a toggle to switch between fast and slow system modes depending on the task. That puts it in similar territory to the Tiiny AI Pocket Lab, which also runs 120B-parameter models locally in a small form factor, though Xiaomi is using its own chips instead of third-party silicon.

This is still a prototype. Xiaomi hasn’t given a release date or price, so it’s unclear whether the AI Cube becomes an actual product or stays a technical demonstration.

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Xiaomi has unveiled three new in-house chipsets for different parts of its technology ecosystem. The lineup includes the flagship Xring O3, AI-focused Xring O100, and intelligent-driving Xring D100. The Xring O3 stands out with a claimed AnTuTu score of 5.22 million, making it the first mobile SoC to cross the 5-million mark.

Xring O3 brings a major performance boost

Built on a 3nm process, the Xring O3 features a 10-core CPU that delivers up to a 60% performance improvement. It also introduces the 16-core G2-Ultra NX GPU, with graphics performance claimed to be up to 85% higher and power efficiency improved by 64%. Xiaomi says the chipset scored 5.22 million points on AnTuTu, making it the first mobile SoC to cross the 5-million mark.

The Xring O3 is also Xiaomi’s first mobile chip with LPDDR6 memory support, offering bandwidth of up to 113.8GB/s. For AI workloads, it delivers 200 TOPS of tensor performance and 3.13 TFLOPS of vector performance, while NPU performance has increased by 45%. AI acceleration is distributed across the CPU, GPU, ISP, DPU, and ADSP, with static latency rated at 82ns. Xiaomi says development took 459 days.

Xiaomi has also confirmed that the Xring O3 will power the Xiaomi 18 Fold and Pad 9 Pro Max, both of which are scheduled to launch in September in China. Readers can visit this post to know more about these devices. Ahead of the launch, the company has already started receiving pre-orders of the 18 Fold, which will sport a wide foldable design.

Xring O100 and D100 target AI and cars

The Xring O100 is built on a 6nm process and uses a near-memory AI architecture designed to reduce memory bottlenecks. It combines vertical chip and memory stacking with millions of high-speed vertical channels to provide bandwidth of up to 1.22Tbps. Xiaomi expects the chipset to be used for on-device AI across phones, cars, and robots.

The Xring D100 focuses on intelligent driving. It is Xiaomi’s first domestic 3nm intelligent-driving AI chip, featuring a 20-core CPU and 16-core NPU. It supports up to 160GB of unified memory and can run AI models with up to 200 billion parameters locally. Development is complete, with commercial availability planned for 2027.

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The Mijia Smart Fish Tank 2 Pro from Xiaomi is now up for crowdfunding, following the pre-order rollout Xiaomi kicked off last week. The campaign runs till August 31 on Xiaomi Youpin, with a crowdfunding price of 599 yuan (~ $90).

The tank’s water circulation system is the main upgrade here. According to Xiaomi, water passes through several layers of filter media in a set order, so impurities get caught step by step instead of slipping through from backflow or dead spots in the flow. 

The bio-filter cartridge uses a U-shaped water path to make the water travel farther through the filter. This gives beneficial bacteria more time to interact with the water, improving purification. It also has a separate layered filter box that first catches fish waste and leftover food, while several layers of filter cotton trap smaller particles and help drain the collected debris.

Above that sits a multi-functional water inlet chamber, which uses a multi-stage flow guide to push water evenly through the filters. The chamber also has a 5W waterproof expansion port, so you can pull the chamber out and slot in accessories like a UV lamp or heating rod without rearranging anything else.

The pump runs on an all-copper four-pole brushless motor with low-magnetic-loss circular silicon steel plates, giving it more power and a stronger flow rate. Xiaomi widened the inlet grille, impeller channel, and pump chamber clearance to keep debris from clogging things up, and paired a low-resistance ceramic shaft with sound-insulating cotton and a fully sealed motor to cut down on noise.

A built-in display and smarter controls

On the front, you get a 1.47-inch color LCD that shows water temperature, equipment status, and any alerts, so you don’t need to open the app just to check on things. The tank also ships with an automatic feeder that works in manual or smart mode. And if anything goes wrong, the Xiao Home app sends a notification right away.

Through the app, you can feed your fish remotely, adjust the water pump, monitor temperature, and set the tank to shut off automatically when the lid opens. Xiao Ai voice control also lets you turn the lights on and off with a single command. 

Based on how long the tank has been running, plus the fish species and headcount you enter, the system automatically tunes lighting, filtration, and overall operation to match. It’s a step up from the original Mijia Smart Fish Tank, which launched with a simpler filtration setup and no LCD readout.

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