Xiaomi 18 Pro series gets its first official global tease.
- Xiaomi highlights the rear display
- Global launch expected in November, unconfirmed
- Reported prices start at €1,549
- Global batteries: 6,000mAh Pro, 7,050mAh Pro Max
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Qualcomm says 6G will be AI-native, with rollout targeted for 2029.
- AI integrated into wireless networks
- Qualcomm and China Mobile tested 6G prototypes
- Commercial deployment expected around 2029
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REDMI’s next flagship may feature a 50MP periscope camera.
- 1/1.95-inch sensor
- Around 3x optical zoom
- 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro expected
- Device details remain unconfirmed
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Xiaomi certifies four upcoming REDMI and POCO phones.
- Models: M016EB, M841EE, M077CE, M540BF
- M540BF and M077CE are slated for global release
- M077CE may launch as REDMI in China and POCO globally
- Devices are confirmed to support Xiaomi’s on-device AI models
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REDMI phone tipped to feature an 11,000mAh battery.
- Leak points to a 7-inch 2K display
- MediaTek Dimensity chipset expected
- Model name remains unconfirmed
- Possible launch in the first half of 2027
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REDMI K20 Pro runs iOS 16.5 in experimental test build.
- Dual-boots Android and iOS
- Switch via Magisk or button combo
- Flashing wipes Android data
- Developer warns of instability and bricking risk
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Android November 2026 security bulletin fixes critical flaws.
- Covers 216 vulnerabilities across Android components
- Fixes critical remote code execution and privilege escalation flaws
- Includes Bluetooth, kernel, Wi-Fi and pKVM fixes
- Patch level 2026-11-05 or later addresses all listed issues
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Xiaomi reportedly drops Android 16-based HyperOS 4 for 7 devices.
- Redmi K60 Pro, K70 Pro
- Redmi Note 13 Pro, Pro+, Pro 4G
- POCO X6 5G and POCO M6 Pro 4G
- Security updates may continue separately
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Xiaomi sets Global HyperOS 4 rollout for November and December.
- First wave starts in early November
- Xiaomi 17, REDMI Note 15, POCO F8 included
- Xiaomi 15 and POCO F7 follow mid-November
- Xiaomi 13/14, POCO F6 and REDMI Note 14 in December
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Xiaomi begins global HyperOS 4 rollout with POCO F8 Pro.
- Build: OS4.0.2.0.XPKMIXM
- Download size: 8.4 GB
- Brings a redesigned interface and performance improvements
- Global AI feature availability remains uncertain
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Global smartphone SoC shipments fell 21% in Q3 2026.
- Apple share rose to 21%, nearing Qualcomm’s 22%
- Samsung climbed to 8%
- MediaTek fell to 28%, from 34% in Q2
- 2026 shipments forecast to drop 20% YoY
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REDMI reportedly tests four 7-inch phones with 10,000mAh-class batteries.
- Leak points to launch in H1 next year
- 2K display and high refresh rate rumored
- 2nm flagship processor reportedly in testing
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REDMI may launch a wide-screen phone in 2027.
- Leak says Xiaomi is testing a straight-screen design
- OPPO may launch first, followed by Honor
- Specs and availability remain unconfirmed
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MediaTek reports Q3 2026 revenue and profit growth.
- Revenue: NT$168.1B, up 18.3% year over year
- Net profit: NT$27.9B, up 10.6%
- Gross margin: 46.3%
- Operating cash flow: -NT$4.3B
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REDMI defends Snapdragon 8 Elite choice for K100.
- REDMI says it delivers smooth daily use and gaming with HyperOS 4
- Dedicated D2 chip supports 165Hz interpolation in 100+ games
- D2 can reduce power use, heat and battery drain during gaming
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Xiaomi reportedly planned a Mi Band comeback in India.
- Tipster Yogesh Brar reported a return by end of 2024
- Mi Band 6 was the last model officially sold in India
- Xiaomi has not confirmed the launch or model
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REDMI Pad 3 passes China’s 3C certification.
- Model number: M887FA
- Certified charger rated at 15W
- Xiaomi has not announced the tablet’s specs
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iOS 17 ported to the REDMI K90 Pro Max.
- GPU, multi-core CPU, 120Hz display and USB work
- Wi-Fi, brightness and IPA installs remain in development
- Camera, buttons, cellular and speakers unsupported
- Source code planned for UniXNU repository
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REDMI says memory costs have risen 5.5× in a year.
- 12GB+256GB modules now cost nearly ¥2,000
- REDMI K100 starts at ¥3,499 in China
- Rising costs pressure phone and tablet lineups
- Some brands are cutting or reshaping product plans
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Xiaomi 18 Pro global pricing reportedly starts at €1,549.
- Epto listing: 256GB Pro at €1,549
- 512GB Pro: €1,761; Pro Max: €1,974
- Global batteries: 6,000mAh and 7,050mAh
- Dark red color listed; launch date unconfirmed
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