Xiaomi is continuing its push beyond smartphones with the launch of a new Smart Tech Appliances lineup for Malaysia, introducing new air conditioners, refrigerators, laundry solutions and robot vacuums as part of its broader smart ecosystem strategy.

Xiaomi has just launched a new batch of REDMI gadgets in Malaysia, adding more options for people who want solid features without paying flagship prices. The lineup includes the REDMI Watch 6, REDMI Buds 8, and the first-ever REDMI over-ear headphones called the REDMI Headphones Neo.

Even before the recent rise in device prices in 2026 due to the shortage of memory chips, phones have steadily become more and more expensive in Malaysia. Many experts say prices may not go down until 2030, so instead of upgrading every year, perhaps you should buy 1 device that would last 4 years or more instead? Check it out here.

A new report from Counterpoint Research highlights a major shift in the smartphone landscape, with “accessible flagship” devices emerging as the sweet spot for consumers in 2026. These devices, typically priced below ultra-premium flagships but packed with high-end features, are gaining traction globally and increasingly influencing buying trends in markets like Malaysia.

Before Xiaomi kicks off MWC 2026, the company held an Early Reveal Livestream last night of the Xiaomi 17 Series. At the same time, a new wave of AIoT products was revealed as well, including the Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W, Xiaomi Tag, REDMI Buds 8 Pro and the Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Series 2026.

A Counterpoint Research report confirms that Apple now dominates global active devices, with nearly one in four smartphones used worldwide by 2025 being an iPhone. With a market share of around 25 per cent, Apple has surpassed its closest competitor, Samsung, which holds a 20 per cent share.

Recently, quite a few smartphone industry watchers have claimed that major smartphone makers, such as Samsung, Apple and Google, have yet to release silicon-carbon battery smartphones because they might swell up to 300%. So, should you worry about your silicon-carbon battery smartphone? Let's take a look at the facts for now.

According to Chinese media, Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo, and Transsion will reduce device production throughout 2026 due to component shortages. That said, what should you know about it?

HONOR has confirmed that it will increase prices across its tablet lineup in response to surging memory and storage chip costs, marking a shift in pricing strategy for one of the world’s more prominent consumer electronics brands. The announcement follows a similar move by Xiaomi, which earlier this month raised prices on several tablet models amid the same industry-wide pricing pressures.

According to a recent report from a tech media site, Xiaomi is developing a new intelligent question-answer assistant named “Mi Chat.” This move aligns with Xiaomi’s broader AI ambitions: the company has reportedly increased its investment in large-language model (LLM) research and generation-based applications in recent quarters.