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Pocophone F1 Armoured Edition Coming to PH!

By Emman Tortoza September 14, 2018

Update: The post in the Mi Store Philippines Facebook Page has been updated, now showing that the PhP22,990 price tag is for the 6GB + 128GB variant. Due to insistent public demand, Xiaomi has recently announced that the Armoured Edition of the popular Pocophone F1 will also be coming to the Philippines! It will be available for pre-order at the opening of the newest Mi Store in SM North EDSA on September 15, 2018! The Armoured Edition is basically specced similar to the regular variant of the Pocophone F1 – Snapdragon 845, up to 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of storage, and dual rear cameras. The only thing that’s different is that the back panel uses DuPont Kevlar aramid fiber, which presumable makes it more durable, and honestly looks better too. Specifications The Pocophone F1 Armoured Edition will be priced at PhP22,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variant, and will…

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Pocophone F1 Goes on Sale Today in Lazada!

By Emman Tortoza September 6, 2018

Finally! the moment that Mi Fans have been waiting for is here, as today and only for today. Xiaomi in partnership with Lazada is holding its LazMall Super Brand Day Sale, where you can get up to a whopping 45% off on select Xiaomi Products! More good news? the much anticipated Pocophone F1, the most affordable smartphone with a Snapdragon 845, will also be on sale today at 12 noon for a special price of PhP16,990 for the 6GB + 64GB variant! get those hands ready to click fast, as stocks are most likely limited! Here are just a few of the products that will be on sale today. The sale starts at different times for each set of products, so you better keep those clocks in check! Remember, this is only for today! For more information, click here! Source

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Xiaomi’s Upcoming Mi Mix 3 has a Sliding Back Panel?

By Emman Tortoza September 1, 2018

It’s becoming a trend now, motorized cameras that is. More like everyone’s competing in a “who can get rid of the notch better” contest. There’s Vivo with their NEX, OPPO with the Find X, and now, Xiaomi’s also reportedly going for the same concept with the Mi Mix 3. A rumored photo of the Mi Mix 3 has surfaced online, revealing what seems to be a notch-less display with a motorized camera that’s leaning towards a more Find-X like design, except that it looks as if the entire back panel slides, rather than just a portion of it. There’s no device specific information, yet, but it’s rumored to launch this October. Source

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Pocophone F1 Debuts in Indonesia, Coming to PH too!

By Emman Tortoza August 27, 2018

Remember the Pocophone F1? the insanely priced smartphone with a Snapdragon 845? well, it just went live in Indonesia a few hours ago, and the good news is that, it’s also coming to the Philippines. Specifications So how much exactly will this phone cost? well, brace yourselves, because the price is just almost unbelievable. It’s PhP17,990 for the 6GB + 64GB variant, and PhP19,990 for the 6GB + 128GB variant! It will be initially available in Lazada, and then in Mi Stores starting September 6, 2018.

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Xiaomi Corporation Reports Strong Operating Performance in Q2 of 2018

By Emman Tortoza August 23, 2018

Xiaomi Corporation has recently announced its unedited and consolidated results for the second quarter and first half of 2018, showcasing an increase of 68.3% on year-on-year revenue, and an international revenue growth of 151.7%. Adjusted profit also increased by 25.1% year-on-year. In Q2 of 2018, Xiaomi’s smartphones segment recorded a revenue of approximately RMB30.50 billion, the equivalent of 58.7% year-on-year growth, driven by an increase in both smartphone sales and average selling price. The fastest growth was actually seen on its IoT and lifestyle products, with a growth of 104.3% year-on-year. Revenue for its Internet services also grew 63.6% year-on-year, caused primarily by increasing monetization in mainland China. In India, Xiaomi’s ranked first in terms of market share by shipment, and second in Indonesia for smartphone shipments. Their smartphone shipment also increased by 2700% in Western Europe year-by-year. Xiaomi now ranks among the top five among the smartphone markets of…

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The $300 Xiaomi Pocophone F1 has a Snapdragon 845!

By Emman Tortoza August 22, 2018

In an event in India, Xiaomi finally launched the Pocophone F1, and once again, redefed how a flagship specced smartphone is priced. Seriously, hang on for the price. The Pocophone F1 has a 6.18-inch display with FHD+ resolution, and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 along with up to 8GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of storage. It boasts a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera system complimented by a 20MP selfie camera . The phone runs on a modified version of MIUI 9.6 called MIUI for Poco, on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. As far as the overall look is concerned, it seems to have been inspired by the popular NOVA launcher. It packs a 4,000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 capability. It’s also due to receive an update to Android 9.0 Pie within the next three months. Other features include stereo speakers and LiquidCool Technology, which…

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Xiaomi Redmi 6A Review

By Emman Tortoza August 22, 2018

The Redmi 6A is one of Xiaomi’s latest entry-level devices. Launched only a month ago, this phone sports a compact form factor combined with fairly decent hardware, especially when you consider its sub PhP5,290 price tag. The interesting question is, can it do more than just be a basic smartphone? can it outperform its price? let’s all find out in this review. Specifications Design and Build Quality Despite being a budget device, Xiaomi didn’t compromise on the design, and gave the Redmi 6A a 5.45-inch 18:9 display, which isn’t exactly common on low-end devices. Some brands even cut down on screen resolution at this price point, but here, you get HD+, which gives it better value. Speaking of the display, colors look properly saturated, and text is legible even in direct sunlight. It’s not as vivid as an AMOLED display, but I wouldn’t call it boring either. The back panel is…

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Xiaomi Drops the Price of the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite!

By Emman Tortoza August 12, 2018

It wasn’t that long ago when Xiaomi launched the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite in the Philippines. And now, both models have received a price-cut, making them accessible to even more consumers. Thee Mi A2 is now priced at PhP13,990 for the 4GB/64GB variant, that’s PhP1,000 less than its original SRP. The Mi A2 Lite now costs PhP9,490 for the 3GB/32GB variant (PhP500 less than original SRP), and PhP10,990 for the 4GB/64GB variant (PhP1,000 less than original SRP). Specifications Source

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Xiaomi Announces Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite!

By Emman Tortoza July 26, 2018

Xiaomi is expanding its lineup of Android One devices with the launch of the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite. Offering notable upgrades from previous versions combined, these phones are a testament of the company’s commitment to create products that deliver a premium experience with the most honest pricing. Both devices sport an 18:9 display with FHD+ resolution – The Mi A2 at 5.99-inches, and the Mi A2 Lite at 5.84-inches. The Mi A2 runs on a Snapdragon 660, along with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage, while the Mi A2 Lite has a Snapdragon 625, with up to 4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of on-board space. For optics, the Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite are equipped with dual rear cameras, 12MP + 20MP for the former, and 12MP + 5MP for the latter. Both feature AI-assisted portraits and beautification. The Mi A2…

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Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Now Official: Snapdragon 636, 6.9-inch Display, and a 5,500mAh Battery!

By Emman Tortoza July 19, 2018

The third iteration of the Xiaomi’s Mi Max has just been made official today, and is better than ever. Meet the new Xiaomi Mi Max 3, which promises to deliver outstanding mid-range performance combined with superb longevity. The Mi Max 3 has an insanely huge 6.9-inch 18:9 display with Full HD+ resolution, and is powered by a Snapdragon 636, along with up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage. At the back is the same camera setup as the Redmi Note 5 – a 12MP main sensor coupled with a secondary 5MP sensor for portrait shots. There’s also an 8MP front shooter. Of course, the Mi Max 3 wouldn’t have the Max in its name without a massive battery, and this one has a 5,500mAh power pack. It runs on MIUI 9.5 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is available in Black, Champagne…

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Xiaomi Mi8 Debuts in PH: Price Starts at PhP25,990!

By Emman Tortoza July 18, 2018

Xiaomi had a huge surprise for everyone today. Apart from launching the entry level Redmi 6 and 6A, they also announced that their latest flagship, the Mi8 will also be available in the Philippines very soon! The Xiaomi Mi8 is one of the most affordable handsets that run on a Snapdragon 845 SoC. There’s a 6.21-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and an 18.7:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the device carries 6GB of RAM, 64GB/128GB of storage, and a 3,400mAh power pack that’s compatible with Qualcomm’s new Quick Charge 4+ technology. At the rear are two 12MP sensors, equipped with AI scene detection and dual pixel auto-focus. There’s also a 20MP AI-assisted front camera. Other features include infrared face recognition, Dual-Band GPS, Bluetooth 5, and NFC. The device runs on MIUI 10 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. The Xiaomi Mi8 will be available in authorized stores starting July…

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Xiaomi Redmi 6A Unboxing and First Impressions

By Emman Tortoza July 18, 2018

To broaden its portfolio, Xiaomi has been constantly pushing more and more devices to the Philippine market in every segment. Today, we take a look at one of its newest entry-level devices, the Redmi 6A. And while it may not have the appeal of the brand’s more premium offerings, there’s still exists a large portion of users who prefer a phone that’s capable and very affordable. Unboxing The Redmi 6A’s packaging is pretty much standard – you get a charger, USB cable, the usual documentation, and a SIM Ejector. Yes. No case and headphones here. Xiaomi Redmi 6A Specs Looks Like its Price The looks of this phone speaks the price range it’s in. You get the usual 16:9 display with the thick bezels, along with a metallic finish at the back panel that’s made of plastic. The speaker is also placed in a position wherein it will most likely…

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Xiaomi Redmi 6 and 6A Launches in PH

By Emman Tortoza July 18, 2018

Xiaomi has once again broadened its portfolio of smartphones in the country, as it launched its newest entry-level devices, the Redmi 6 and 6A. Both devices feature a 5.45-inch HD+ screen with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, the Redmi 5A has a Helio A22 quad-core CPU at the helm, along with 2GB/3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, while the Redmi 6 has a more powerful octa-core Helio P22 with 3GB/4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of on-board space. Both pack a 3,000mAh battery. For imaging, the Redmi 6 has a dual 12MP + 5MP rear camera system, while the Redmi 6A sports a single 13MP sensor. Both are complimented by a 5MP front snapper with AI-assisted Portrait Mode and Beautification, and run on MIUI 9 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. The Xiaomi Redmi 6A will retail for PhP5,290 for the 2GB/32GB variant, and PhP5,990 for…

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Xiaomi Redmi 6 and 6A to Launch in PH on July 18!

By Emman Tortoza July 12, 2018

Mi fans, time to shine once again, as the company is set to launch its newest entry-level devices to the Philippine market this July 18 – The Redmi 6 and 6A. Both devices feature a 5.45-inch HD+ screen with an 18:9 aspect ratio. The Redmi 5A is powered by a Helio A22 quad-core CPU, along with up to 2GB/3GB of RAM and up to 32GB of storage, while the Redmi 6 has a more powerful octa-core Helio P22 with 3GB/4GB of RAM and up to 64GB of on-board space. Both pack a 3,000mAh battery. In terms of optics, the Redmi 6 has dual 12MP + 5MP rear cameras, while the Redmi 6A sports a single 13MP sensor. Both are complimented by a 5MP front snapper, and run on MIUI 9 on top of Android 8.1 Oreo. While local pricing is yet to be revealed, being entry-level devices, we can expect…

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Xiaomi Mi 6X Hatsune Miku Edition Officially Unveiled

By Allan Abaca July 10, 2018

Xiaomi and Vocaloid are collaborating once again in releasing a Hatsune Miku phone after last year’s Redmi Note 4X . The Mi 6X Hatsune Miku Edition is in turquoise color with the virtual idol engraved at the back, Limited only to 5,000 units, the retail box includes a 10,000 mAh power bank, a translucent case with a colored Hatsune Miku and a gift card. The Mi 6X runs MIUI 9.5 and comes with exclusive themes that any fan of the vocaloid will love. The internals are no different from the regular Xiaomi Mi 6X – Snapdragon 660 with octa-core CPU, dual 12 MP + 20 MP camera and a 5.99” Full HD+ display with 6GB ram and 64GB storage. The price of the Hatsune Miku edition package is CNY2,099 or about Php 16,858. The phone is already available for pre-order in China, and should be out by July 10. No news yet…

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These Sample Shots from the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro are Quite Promising

By Allan Abaca July 4, 2018

The Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, that first Redmi phone to sport a notch has just posted sample shots of its snapper. So let’s see how its 12MP + 5MP f/2.2 aperture rear cameras with AI, PDAF focus, and LED flash do in the photos: With photos like these, the CNY 999 (~Php 8,195) for the base 3GB/32GB model sure is going to be on everyone’s radar when it hits our shores. No news yet on when it will be out locally but as we’ve seen from the photos, the quality of the photos from the lower tiered phones is catching up quite nicely with the more expensive flagship phones of major brands. Source

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Mi Pad 4 Tablet with LTE Now Official

By Allan Abaca June 29, 2018

Android tablets? Who wants them? How about we throw in LTE with it? Xiaomi apparently sees a market hence, the Mi Pad 4, The said tablet comes with a Snapdragon 660 chipset, LTE support and a price tag that’ll make anyone consider purchasing it. The Mi Pad 4 measures 8-inches and is light, just weighing 0.76-pounds. Inside this metallic tablet is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 with 3GB of LPDDR4x RAM, 32GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, microSD expansion, a 1,920 x 1,200 IPS display and more. This bare bones configuration starts at 1,499 yuan (P8,963) An extra 300 yuan (about P2,500), will give you 4GB of RAM and double the storage. But if you want to get the most bang for your buck, just add another 100 yuan (P815) and you’ll get the LTE + GPS version. At 1,499 yuan or about P12,330, the Mi Pad 4 is one of the most affordable…

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Review

By Emman Tortoza June 18, 2018

The launch of the Redmi Note 5 sparked a lot of interest from Filipino consumers. And it’s not hard to see why. Not only is it priced well at PhP11,990, but it offers features that you just wouldn’t expect from a device with that price tag. Perhaps the two most notable things from this phone is that it’s powered by a Snapdragon 636, that’s the same chip that runs on more expensive mid-rangers. And guess what? You also get AI-assisted cameras. Were there compromises? How does the phone fare? Let’s find that out in this full review. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Specs Unboxing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR94DopJVqk Design and Build Quality The Redmi Note 5 uses Xiaomi’s typical design language, a back with curved sides and a metallic finish that makes it easy to grip, and also makes it feel slightly less premium. You do get the usual branding, along with a fingerprint…