Penta-Camera Era

The Mi Note 10 is a nearly identical phone to the CC9 Pro, model, announced yesterday in China. The smartphone encompasses five different lenses – a 108MP wide-angle lens, 5MP telephoto lens, 12MP telephoto lens, 20MP ultra wide-angle lens, and a macro lens. This setup enables a zoom experience from 0.6x to 50x without compromising image quality.

The 108MP main camera is using the Samsung ISOCELL Bright HMX 108MP sensor offering the highest resolution of any smartphone on the market – 12032 x 9024. For the first time, the 108MP camera can produce billboard-level prints up to 4.24 meters high. The device offers a 1/1.33” large image sensor that supports 4-in-1 pixel binning to capture more detail in low-light conditions, while the 4-axis OIS enables clarity.

Photography enthusiasts who look to produce the most natural looking portrait photos will be pleased with the Mi Note 10’s 12MP 2x telephoto lens at 50mm focal length. Under low light conditions, the 1.4μm large pixel size and dual PD autofocus allows for sharper and brighter portraits.

The 5MP 5x telephoto lens is also capable of 10x hybrid and 50x digital zoom to complete the epic zoom range. In addition, the lens is equipped with OIS and a f/2.0 aperture for better images under non-optimal lighting environments.

With its 117 degrees field of view, the 20MP ultra-wide angle lets users capture landscapes and large group photos without having to cut people out; while the macro lens offers autofocus for closeups images.

Mi Note 10’s rear camera setup supports all-new Night Mode 2.0, which allows for greater light capture and combines multiple shots of the same scene for increased versatility. Concert-goers and night photographers will be thrilled with the RAW multi-frame noise reduction technology in the Night Mode 2.0 feature.

Mi Note 10 also offers ShootSteady video technology for a steady video experience, along with 960 frames-per-second macro slow-motion video and 4K video with the ultra-wide angle. Users can leverage Vlog mode to easily create videos with seven different cinematic effects.

Aside from the penta rear camera setup, Mi Note 10 also features a 32MP front camera, which offers AI beautify, AI portrait selfies, AI scene detection, and AI face unlock, panorama selfie, and palm shutter feature.

Xiaomi also offers Mi Note 10 Pro with an 8-piece lens on the primary camera and a large 8GB RAM + 256GB storage.

Mi Note 10 features a 6.47” 3D curved AMOLED display. The edge-to-edge display offers slimmer bezels than ever, while the 400,000:1 contrast ratio allows for deeper blacks and higher color fidelity. Mi Note 10 offers the all-new 88% thinner in-screen optical fingerprint sensor, with a 10% larger fingerprint detection area that is responsive under strong light, cold conditions, and dry fingers.

On the back, Mi Note 10 is encased with 3D curved glass. Both the front and the back feature Corning️ Gorilla Glass 5.

The device is offered in three colors – Midnight Black, Aurora Green, and Glacier White.

Mi Note 10 offers an impressive battery life. The high-capacity 5260mAh battery supports 30W fast-charge and is able to last for more than two days. The device also utilizes the Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM 730G mobile platform with 8nm process technology.

Aside from hardware, Mi Note 10 comes preinstalled with MIUI 11. Making efficient use of AMOLED screen capabilities, MIUI 11 makes Always-on Display a personalization tool. Besides that, MIUI 11 also introduces new dynamic sound effects.

MIUI 11 comes with a set of productivity tools and lifestyle services. Wireless file sharing, printing, working with documents, and managing tasks are all available out-of-the-box now. The new step counter, period tracker, and calculator make completing routine tasks fun.

Mi Note 10 6GB+128GB will be available at €549. Sales starts from November 15, 2019 via Xiaomi’s official sales channels and through operators include Movistar, Orange, Vodafone, and Yoigo. Users who have purchased a Mi Note 10 on any channel authorized by Xiaomi in Spain can benefit from the Replacement Warranty Service at Xiaomi authorized service center. The device will likely make it to the UK, other European countries, and India.

Mi Note 10 Pro retails for €649 and will be available at a later date.

Redmi Note 8T: 48MP quad camera

Redmi Note 8T is a photography powerhouse, sporting a quad camera setup on the rear. Its 48MP ultra high-resolution primary camera features a ½-inch sensor with an f/1.79 aperture and 79.4° field of view. Meanwhile, its 8MP ultra-wide camera with 120° field of view, 2MP macro lens, and 2MP depth sensor join forces to capture images at any distance.

On the front, Redmi Note 8T boasts a 13MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture and built-in AI technology. The front camera also includes a panorama selfie feature that can capture group images without cropping anyone out.

Equipped with a 6.3” Dot Drop Display with 2.5D curved glass design, Redmi Note 8T offers an FHD+ visual experience. Users can expect upgraded durability as the devices also tout Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection — front and back. Besides, Redmi Note 8T is also covered in a special nano-coating to make the device splash-resistant.

Redmi Note 8T runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset.

In addition, Redmi Note 8T boasts a high-capacity 4,000mAh battery and offers 18W charging over USB Type-C, with an in-box 18W charger. The Auto Cleaning Speaker function also expels dust and debris through low-frequency sonic pulses. This feature will be available via OTA.

Moreover, Redmi Note 8T also features NFC support for close-range communication between devices.

Redmi Note 8T, which will be available in Moonshadow Grey, Starscape Blue, and Moonlight White, will go on sale in Spain in three configurations (3GB + 32GB, 4GB + 64GB, and 4GB + 128GB) at a price of €179, €199, and €249, respectively. The 4GB + 64GB version can be purchased from next November 8 on mi.com, Mi Stores, Amazon, Alcampo, Carrefour, El Corte Inglés, Fnac, MediaMarkt, PC Components, The Phone House, and Worten. It will also be available through Movistar, Orange, Vodafone, and Yoigo. In addition, the 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 128GB models will be available soon on the official Xiaomi channels in Spain.

Mi TV 4 Series: Bringing a True Smart TV Experience to Spain

Xiaomi today also announced Mi TV 4 series in Spain, which marks the company’s entry into the TV industry in the market. With 3 variants – Mi TV 4S 55”, Mi TV 4S 43”, and Mi TV 4A 32”, Xiaomi aims to bring a true smart TV experience to everyone at an honest price.

Powered by Android TV 9.0, users will be able to install apps from Google Play Store and utilize features such as the Google Chromecast and Google Assistant. With a Mi Remote with a dedicated Google Assistant button, compatible smart home devices can be controlled remotely using voice commands.

Mi TV 4A 32”, Mi TV 4S 43”, and Mi TV 4S 55” are priced at €179, €349, and €449 respectively. Meanwhile, Xiaomi is offering an early bird price for Mi TV 4S 55’’ at €399 from November 25 to December 2. Pre-sales starts on November 25 across mi.com, Mi stores, Mediamarkt, and PC Componentes, and open sales will start on December 2.