Xiaomi made several announcements recently which included the release of their latest update to their MIUI Android interface, MIUI 7. New features include face recognition in Gallery and much more with the official launching happening in India on 19 August 2015. The company also announced the official release of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 and Redmi Note 2 Prime from 799 CNY (RM503) and 999 CNY (RM628) respectively. Notable tech specs and features include the latest MediaTek Helio X10 processor, a 13MP rear camera with phase detection autofocus and an IR blaster remote control function. In related news, Xiaomi also announced their Mi Wi-Fi Nano PCB smart router for 79 CNY (RM49). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but we expect the Redmi Note 2 and Redmi Note 2 Prime to arrive in Malaysia soon. Check out the full tech specs and pics below:
- 64-bit octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 processor
- 2GB LPDDR3 RAM
- 16GB / 32GB (Redmi Note 2 Prime) storage + microSD card slot
- 5.5-inch display (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution)
- 13MP rear camera (phase detection autofocus) + 5MP front camera (beautify mode)
- features IR blaster, 4G Dual SIM
- 152mm x 76mm x 8.25mm | 160g
- 3060 mAh battery
- Android 5.0
“The MIUI R&D team is now 750-strong, and MIUI has crossed 150 million users over 156 countries and regions. We are taking MIUI to a new level with MIUI 7, which is designed for you, and aimed at making your smartphone your closest companion.” Lei Jun, Xiaomi CEO and co-founder
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