Xiaomi's Mi A2 Strikes Pose for the Camera in New Picture

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 05, 2018       

Back in July 2017, Xiaomi announced the Mi 5X for China and rebrandend it as Mi A1 (Android One) for the global markets, which was made official in September 2017 during an event in India.

In case you don't know, the Mi A1 is a part of Google’s Android One program which runs stock Android and will receive consistent software updates for a longer period than other smartphones by OEMs that are not a part of the Android One program.

Today, what appears to be the live Mi A2 has been leaked. As you can see in the below image, we have 18:9 Screen without any notch.

The Mi A2 runs on latest Android 8.1 Oreo, and has May 5 2018 Security Patch. Just like the Mi 6X, it is expectd to feature Snapdragon 660 Processor, 4/6GB RAM, 32/64GB Storage, 5.99-inch 1080x2160 Display, Dual 12 MP (f/1.8, 1/2.9", 1.25µm) + 20 MP (f/1.8, 1/2.8", 1.0µm) Rear Cameras, and a 20 MP front shooter. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

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List of Xiaomi Smartphones getting MIUI 10's Single Camera Portrait Mode

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2018       

Xiaomi's latest MIUI 10 comes with brand new User Interface, Speed Improvements and AI Camera Application for Portrait shots both for Front and Rear Cameras.

Along with the recent announcement of Xiaomi Redmi Y2 in India, the company also confirmed the list of Xiaomi phones getting MIUI 10 along with single-camera portrait mode support. However, they didn't announced the ETA for the same.

Below are the list of Xiaomi phones getting MIUI 10 OS along with Single Camera portrait mode:

• Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
• Xiaomi Mi 5s
• Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus
• Xiaomi Mi 5
• Xiaomi Mi Note 2
• Xiaomi Mi Max
• Xiaomi Mi Max 2
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 (India)
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X
• Xiaomi Redmi Note 3
• Xiaomi Redmi 5
• Xiaomi Redmi 4
• Xiaomi Redmi 4X

Good news is Xiaomi also announced that Xiaomi Mi 6 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (Indian variant) will be getting Front Portrait mode for great selfies.

That being said, we'll let you know whenever Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 10 for these Smartphones. 

The Redmi Note 5 Pro is finally receiving its stable Oreo update

 By Vaibhav Jain on May 22, 2018       

The Redmi Note 5 Pro is finally receiving its full, stable Oreo update in India and few other countries where the device is available. The device had beta Oreo updates leaked out as far back as early March but a number of setbacks have seen users stuck waiting for the full update till now.

Users of the Redmi Note 5 Pro can finally rest easy, however, as Xiaomi says the software (V9.5.6.0.OEIMIFA) is currently being pushed in phases, so you may need to wait a little.

The update is one to Android 8.1, which is impressive, seeing as most other OEMs are still pushing Android 8.0. The update, also packaged as an upgrade to MIUI 9, brings Full Screen Gestures, Speed and Battery Improvement.

Read: MIUI 9 Android 8.1 Oreo For Redmi Note 5 Pro [Screenshots]

You can check our Full Review of Redmi Note 5 Pro Android 8.1 Oreo update right on YouTube. 

Xiaomi is working on Android One Smartphone, Confirms Xiaomi CEO

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 26, 2018       

Back in July 2017, Xiaomi announced the Mi 5X for China and rebrandend it as Mi A1 (Android One) for the global markets, which was made official in September 2017 during an event in India. Both the Smartphones received praise from critics and consumers alike for its software (Stock Android), and camera performance.

In case you don't know, the Mi A1 is a part of Google’s Android One program which runs stock Android and will receive consistent software updates for a longer period than other smartphones by OEMs that are not a part of the Android One program.

Xiaomi's CEO Lei Jen revealed that the company has plans to make more Smartphones powered by Google's Android One. Moreover, they are planning to launch an Android One device under the popular Redmi series.

“Yes, we plan to have more Android One devices. Some of our users in India seem to like stock Android, and we are willing to bring in more devices with Android One including the Redmi series.”

Recently announced Mi 6X is expected to arrive as Mi A1 (2018) in other markets with Android One. Thoughts?

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Xiaomi Mi 6X Smartphone Hands On Images!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 25, 2018       

Xiaomi today announced the Mi 6X Smartphone in China. It comes with a FullScreen Display, Snapdragon 660, and Dual Rear shooters with AI.

Here’s a fresh set of Xiaomi's Mi X6 hands-on photos that comes to you courtesy Chinese Media Sohu.

The Mi 6X features a 5.99" FHD+ display with an 18:9 Screen to body ratio, however, you still get huge chin and top. The rear Antenna Cutouts is what differenciate the Mi 6X from its look alike Redmi Note 5 Pro.

As per the specifications, the Xiaomi Mi 6X features a Snapdragon 660 with Adreno 512 GPU paired with 4/6 GB of RAM, 64/128 GB Interal storage, 3010mAh with QC 3.0 through USB C, Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 9.5, 12+20-megapixel rear camera, and a 20-megapixel front facing camera.

Let me be perfectly clear, Xiaomi plans to sell the Mi 6X in the China only and there's no indication if or when it will come to other regions.

Xiaomi Mi 6X will be available in Black, Blue, Red, Gold and Rose Gold color variants. It is priced at 1599 yuan for the 4GB RAM, 1799 yuan for the 6GB RAM with 64GB storage version and 1999 yuan for 6GB RAM with 128GB storage.

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Xiaomi Mi 6X Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 22, 2018       

Xiaomi Mi 6X Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 8.1 Oreo | MIUI 9.5
Processor	Octa-core CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 660
GPU	Adreno 512
Body
Dimensions	158.88 × 75.54 × 7.3 mm
Weight	166 g
Colors	Cherry Pink, Flame Red, Sand Gold, Glacier Blue, and Black
Dust/Water Resistance	No
Display
Screen Size	5.99" LCD
Resolution	FHD+
Protection	Gorilla Glass 3
Memory
Internal	32/64/128 GB
RAM	4/6 GB
Camera
Primary	20 + 20MP
Secondary	20MP
Connectivity
Bluetooth	5.0
NFC	No
SIM card	Dual-SIM
USB	USB C
Battery and Power
Type	2910 mAh battery
Charging	-
Status
Launch Date	April 25
Price
Chinese Yuan	-
INR	-

Xiaomi Mi A1 spotted running Official Android 8.1 Oreo Beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 16, 2018       

The last time we updated you on the status of Mi A1 Android 8.1 Oreo update, we told you that it is in the works and might support Project Treble. Now, it seems that Xiaomi has started rolling out Android 8.1 Oreo for selected Mi A1 users who are enrolled to Xiaomi's Beta program. The confirmation came from a screenshot of Mi A1 running Android 8.1 Oreo Beta with the latest April 2018 Security patch.

Reddit user sharkcpn posted a screenshot of the About Phone section claiming that the Mi A1 has received Oreo 8.1 update on Beta ROM. But nothing is confirmed by the Xiaomi though.

The Screenshot clearly shows Mi A1 running Android 8.1 Oreo with April 5, 2018 Security Patch. It has a build number of OPM1.171019.019.8.4.9.

Android 8.1 comes with numerous changes over Android 8.0. You get new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Settings. Nokia has also added the latest April 2018 Security Patch with the update.

It seems that the Android 8.1 Oreo will be available for the Mi A1 in the coming months. Subscribe us on YouTube for Daily Android News, and Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Official Android 8.1 with Treble is in the works for Xiaomi Mi A1

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 15, 2018       

Back in July 2017, Xiaomi announced the Mi 5X for China and rebrandend it as Mi A1 (Android One) for the global markets, which was made official in September 2017 during a launch event in India.

In case you don't know, the Mi A1 is a part of Google’s Android One program which runs stock Android and will receive consistent software updates for a longer period than other smartphones by OEMs that are not a part of the Android One program.

Xiaomi and Google during the announcement of Mi A1 promised Android Oreo update by the end of December 2017 and they succeeded in doing that. However, the company still hasn't updated the Mi A1 to the latest OS which is the 8.1 Oreo.

Well, the good news is, Xiaomi is testing Official 8.1 Oreo for the Mi A1 and with Project Treble Support. When XDA member guy_infinity asked a recognized developer who works for Xiaomi in firmware development, he confirmed that Android 8.1 is in the works for Xiaomi Mi A1, and he also said that "Yes, treble is to be supported". The news was further confirmed by Mishaal Rahman ‏(Editor in Chief at XDA).

It seems that the Android 8.1 Oreo will be available for the Mi A1 in the coming months. Subscribe us on YouTube for Daily Android News, and Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

XDA | Mishaal Rahman

Xiaomi's Cool Blackshark Gaming Smartphone Hands On Images!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 13, 2018       

Xiaomi today announced the coolest Smartphone for Gamers, the Blackshark with unique design crafted to handle hardcore gaming paired with heat pipe and liquid cooling that can bring down the temperature of the device by 8 degrees.

Here’s a fresh set of Xiaomi's Blackshark hands-on photos that comes to you courtesy Chinese Social Media Weibo.

The Blackshark smartphone features a 5.99" IPS FHD+ display with an 18:9 Screen to body ratio, however, you still get huge chin thanks to the front-facing Fingerprint Sensor. There are also a few virtual buttons on the left and right for multitasking and other operations.

Guys, just look at that awesome rear design with rugged plastic encasement and matte metal surface. Xiaomi says that this design will make it easy for Gamers to grasp the Smartphone and will provide full hardcore gaming experience. Additionally, we have the cool Blackshark logo at the back which creates special effects when the phone is turned on.

As per the specifications, the Xiaomi Blackshark features a Snapdragon 845 paired with 6/8 GB of RAM, 64/256 GB Interal storage, 4,000mAh with QC 3.0, Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 9.5, 12+20-megapixel rear camera with f/1.75 aperture, and a 20-megapixel front facing camera with f/2.2 aperture.

You also get a Bluetooth-enabled Shark GamePad which you can attach to the top of the Smartphone. It has a joystick, trigger, and a 340mAh battery that can run upto 30 hours.

Let me be perfectly clear, Xiaomi plans to sell the Blackshark in the China only and there's no indication if or when it will come to other regions. There's also likely to be a limited number available, so if you want one, better start looking on how to import products from China or those who can make it to the China, it would be great if you can bring me one too.

The Black Shark gaming phone is priced at 2,999 Yuan ($477) for the 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 3,499 Yuan ($557) for 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. You can get Shark GamePad for 179 Yuan ($29).

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The Mi A1 2018 has 6 Cameras

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 01, 2018       

Not 1, 2 or even 3! The Mi A1 2018 got whopping 6 Cameras.

This Isn't Even an April Fools' Joke! Is it?

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2s Offical Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 27, 2018       

Mi Mix 2s Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 7.1.1 Nougat | MIUI 9
Chipset	Snapdragon 845
GPU	Adreno 630 GPU
Body
Dimensions	150.86 x 74.9 x 8.1 mm
Weight	189 g
Splashproof	-
Colors	Black and White
Display
Screen Size	5.99-inches 18:9 OLED
Resolution	1080 x 2160
Protection	Gorilla Glass 5
Memory
Internal	64/128/256 GB
RAM	6/8 GB
Camera
Primary	12MP f/1.8 + 12MP f/2.4
Secondary	5MP
Battery and Power
Type	3400 mAh battery
Wireless Charging	7.5W Wireless Fast Charge, Support Qi Wireless Charging Standard
Fast Charging	Wired Charging Support QC3.0 Fast Charge
Status
Release Date	Announced March 27, 2018
Price
CNY	3299

MIUI 9 Global Beta Android 8.1 Oreo for Indian Redmi Note 5 Pro [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 26, 2018       

Earlier this month, Xiaomi revealed the Redmi Note 5 Pro as Redmi Note 5 in China with MIUI 9.5 based on Android 8.1 Oreo. The China stable Firmware can be easily flashed on the Indian Redmi Note 5 Pro, but it cannot be used as a daily driver because of a few bugs.

Now, FunkyHuawei.club has leaked the Android 8.1 Oreo global beta ROM for the India Redmi Note 5 Pro and unlike the Chinese ROM, this version supports Dual VoLTE, and features PIP (Picture In Picture) mode. Also this Firmware is pretty stable and comes with pre-loaded Google apps.

In case you don't know, Android 8.1 Oreo brings Project Treble to the Redmi Note 5 Pro meaning you'll be able to flash AOSP GSI (Generic System Images) onto your Smartphone.

In order to flash the Global Beta Firmware, you'll beed Oreo based TWRP. You can just flash the MIUI 9 (Android 8.1) Global ROM on your Redmi Note 5 Pro (Android Nougat) via TWRP. Ofcourse, your Redmi Note 5 Pro must be Unlocked.

Join us at Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram to get the first News.



Download: MIUI 9 Global Beta (Android 8.1) | TWRP | Via: XDA

Mi A1 users are getting March Security Update

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 23, 2018       

The Xiaomi Mi A1 (Android One) is now getting the latest (April) March 2018 Security patch with Stability Improvement and Bug fixes.

If you own a Mi A1 you should have received the over-the-air update notification for March 2018 Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical severity vulnerabilities.

The March 2018 Android security update for the Mi A1 weighs in at around 440MB. For a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

[Update: Video] Redmi Note 5 Pro Gets LineageOS 14.1 Treatment [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 20, 2018       

Want to get rid of MIUI from your brand new Redmi Note 5 Pro? Well, LineageOS 14.1 with Stock Android experience is for you!

LineageOS 14.1 is now available for the recently announced Redmi Note 5 Pro (A.K.A Redmi Note 5 for China). The LineageOS 14.1 is based on Android 7.1.2 Nougat, which is not the latest OS, but still great for Stock Android lovers.

Developer vasishath says that "Almost Everything" works in this Custom ROM including Boots, Volte, RIL (Calls, SMS, Data), Fingerprint, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Camera, Camcorder, Video Playback, Audio, Sensors, Flash, LED, and GPS.

You'll need an Unlocked Bootloader with TWRP recovery installed on your Redmi Note 5 Pro (How to Video Guide coming later tomorrow on our YouTube Channel). Rest of the process includes Downloading and Flashing Google Apps and LineageOS 14.1. 

Screenshots by Shahan_mik3 (XDA)

Download LineageOS 14.1 for Redmi Note 5 Pro

XDA Thread

How to Install LineageOS 14.1 on the Redmi Note 5 Pro

Redmi Note 5 is a Redmi Note 5 Pro with Android 8.1 Oreo for China

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 16, 2018       

Today, Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 5 (AKA Redmi Note 5 Pro) in China with Android 8.1.0 Oreo with MIUI 9 on the top, Quick Charger 3.0, and FullScreen Display.

The Redmi Note 5 has 18:9 FullScreen Display, Dual 12+5 Rear Cameras, 13MP Front Shooter, and Snapdragon 636 SoC. It is available in 3/4/6GB RAM and 32/64 GB Internal Storage.

Redmi Note 5 in China runs on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo with Project Treble Support. However, In India, the Redmi Note 5 Pro ships with Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Xiaomi's MIUI 9.

You might be thinking how you'll be able to get or Install Android 8.1 Oreo on your Indian Redmi Note 5 Pro? Well, Xiaomi on their MIUI forum will post fastboot images of the Android 8.1 Oreo for the Redmi Note 5, and you can easily install same on your Redmi Note 5 Pro. However, you'll need an Unlocked Redmi Note 5 Pro to Install Fastboot Images. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

How to solve error 10008 in Developer Settings while Unlocking Redmi Note 5 Pro Bootloader

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 02, 2018       

How to solve error 10008 in Developer Settings [Mi Unlock Status] while Adding an account to Unlock the Bootloader of Redmi Note 5 Pro and other Xiaomi Smartphones.

I've been using both the Redmi Note 5 and Redmi Note 5 Pro for a couple of weeks now and have found that both the devices shows an error while Adding an account in Developers Settings (Mi Unlock Status).

When you'll try to Add an account in the Developer Setting in order to Unlock your Mi/Redmi Smartphone you'll get a message "10008： 参数错误、 请参考API文档". Well, there's an fix to this issue.

All you need to do is download the Chinese VPN application named "快帆 海外华人听国内音乐看视频玩游戏的中国VPN工具" from the end of this guide. I've already tested tons of other VPN apps, and only the one i mentioned works.

Just Install the above Chinese VPN, you'll see two options below the round power button, just select the former and turn on the first option (as shown in the below image) to make the whole traffic of your applications go through VPN.

Finally, you're good to Add your account to the Mi Unlock Status Developer Settings. Enjoy Unlocking Bootloader.

Download: Chinese VPN

Xiaomi is announcing the Redmi Note 5 Pro with Android 8.1 Oreo as Redmi Note 5 in China

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 02, 2018       

Just a few weeks back Xiaomi revealed the brand new Redmi Note 5 Pro in India with 18:9 FullScreen Display, Dual Rear Cameras, and Snapdragon 636 SoC. Along with the Note 5 Pro, Xiaomi also announced the Redmi Note 5, which is rebranded Redmi 5 Plus.

Now, Xiaomi is planning to announce the Redmi Note 5 Pro as Redmi Note 5 in China with the latest Android 8.1 Oreo and Project Treble Support. In India, the Redmi Note 5 Pro ships with Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Xiaomi's MIUI 9.

In case you don't know, we've already used the Redmi Note 5 Pro with Android 8.1 Oreo. Android 8.1 Oreo for Redmi Note 5 Pro (A.K.A Note 5 for China) runs on MIUI 9 with December 2017 Security Patch and comes with iPhone-X like gestures.

You might be thinking how you'll be able to get or Install Android 8.1 Oreo on your Indian Redmi Note 5 Pro? Well, Xiaomi on their MIUI forum will post fastboot images of the Android 8.1 Oreo for the Redmi Note 5, and you can easily install same on your Redmi Note 5 Pro. However, you'll need an Unlocked Redmi Note 5 Pro to Install Fastboot Images.

Android 8.1 Oreo might bring Project Treble to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 23, 2018       

The recently announced Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro comes with decent specifications at decent price. The device runs on not so latest Android 7.1.2 Nougat with MIUI 9 on the top. However, according to the latest reports, Xiaomi is testing the latest Android 8.1 Oreo on the Note 5 Pro.

Folks at XDA has discovered that the Android 8.1 Oreo might bring Project Treble support to the Redmi Note 5 Pro. The Android 8.1 firmware for the Redmi Note 5 Pro with codename "whyre" contains the line “ro.treble.enabled = true”, which means that Redmi Note 5 Pro will get Project Treble support with the upcoming Android 8.1 Oreo for the.

Also Read: Xiaomi's Redmi Note 5 and Redmi Note 5 Pro both supports Quick Charge 2.0

There's no information on when is Xiaomi going to roll out Android 8.1 Oreo to its Smartphones. However, Xiaomi recently started the development of MIUI 10 which is based on Android Oreo.

That said, Android 8.1 Oreo is in testing for the Redmi Note 5 Pro. We'll notify you when the update goes live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

XDA

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 5 and Redmi Note 5 Pro both supports Quick Charge 2.0

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 17, 2018       

Xiaomi recently announced the Redmi Note 5 (A.K.A Redmi 5 Plus) and Redmi Note 5 Pro with 18:9 Full Screen Display and Snapdragon 625 (Note 5), Snapdragon 636 (Note 5 Pro).

Both of these smartphones support Qualcomm’s Quick Charge?
Yes, both of them supports QuickCharge 2.0 through Micro USB.

A lot of Xiaomi’s smartphones don’t support Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, even though they have the necessary hardware. The reason is because the manufacturer doesn’t usually pay the license fee required to use the technology, which has been the case with the Mi A1 and Redmi Note 4.

Both the Redmi Note 5's and Redmi Note 5 Pro's Processor are also capable of using Quick Charge 3.0, but considering the price and specifications, Qualcomm QuickCharge 2.0 is used. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Mi Mix 2s with Android Oreo leaks

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 16, 2018       

It seems that Xiaomi is planning to launch a bunch of new Smartphones in 2018.

According to the latest leaks, Mi Mix 2 successor Mi Mix 2S would be code-named “polaris,” and will be powered by the Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845 SoC. The Mix 2S would feature 18:9 aspect ratio with a FHD+(2160×1080) resolution, 3,400 mAh battery, and Android 8.0 Oreo. Share your thoughts in the below comment section!!

Source: XDA