We are inching close to the launch of one of Xiaomi’s most anticipated device, Mi 9. Although, a lot of details about the phone has surfaced on the web, this time the Chinese tech-maven has been generous to reveal some more interesting details about the upcoming smartphone including camera details.
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Xiaomi Mi 9 Features That We Know So Far
Tending the trends, Mi 9 would showcase a waterdrop notch atop a 6.4-inch FHD + AMOLED display. This display panel is made by Samsung would be protected by Gorilla Glass 6. Even the cameras would be shielded by the sapphire glass lens.
Want a professional-quality camera that fits in your pocket? #Mi9 can #MakeItHappen! pic.twitter.com/M1s323cHR8
— Xiaomi #48MPInYourPocket (@xiaomi) February 16, 2019
Speaking of cameras, the notch would house a 24-megapixel Sony IMX576 sensor. Xiaomi could embed an in-display fingerprint reader. It could come with features like Reading Mode 2.0 and Sunlight Mode 2.0 to improve readability in all conditions.
This is a screen that understands your needs！RT if you like #Mi9 and want to #MakeItHappen.
Check out this link to find out more: https://t.co/H0snppYNPL pic.twitter.com/74Ptl7c4Ox
— Xiaomi #48MPInYourPocket (@xiaomi) February 17, 2019
Xiaomi’s high-end device could sport a vertically mounted triple shooter. Firstly The primary 48MP Sony IMX586 camera with 0.8 µm pixel size and 1/2” image sensor, uses Pixel Binning technology to produce 12MP shots.
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More light, better pictures. #MakeItHappen with #Mi9 pic.twitter.com/l9XiKJNIQY
— Xiaomi #48MPInYourPocket (@xiaomi) February 16, 2019
This would be paired with a 16-megapixel secondary Ultra-wide sensor with 117-degree FoV and f/2.2 aperture. And finally, a telephoto lens with 12 MP sensor 1.0 µm pixel size and f/2.2 aperture. This rear camera setup would support Laser Autofocus that brings along PDAF and CDAF.
Out of focus, no problem with #Mi9 laser autofocus and closed-loop VCM. RT if you want #Mi9 now. 😉 pic.twitter.com/46WfmEhrpC
— Xiaomi #48MPInYourPocket (@xiaomi) February 16, 2019
Under the hood, it could boast Snapdragon 855 chipset with X50 modem meaning 5G support. Speculations suggest a 6GB RAM variant with 128GB onboard storage. On the software end, you are likely to get MIUI skin on Android 9.0 Pie. The flagship device could be powered by a 3,500mAh battery with 27W fast charging support. Moreover, a circular wireless charger that will enable up to 20W charging speeds.
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Xiaomi has baked in Game Turbo feature which all PUBG, Fortnite, and Apex Legends Fans would love. Xiaomi also bets on the sound quality and overall audio experience.
Like the Redmi Note 7, here also, the company hasn’t cut cost in the aesthetics department, evident from the galore of gradients this phone would be available in. You could grab Xiaomi Mi 9 in Lavender Violet, Ocean Blue, and Piano Black hues. It has partnered with @alitamovie and we could expect a Battle Angel edition, with a transparent rear panel.
Xiaomi has scheduled an event on February 20 where it will launch its next flagship, the Mi 9. We could also expect the brand to unveil a Mi router as well as an air purity detector too in this event.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Specifications and India Price
| Model | Xiaomi Mi 9 |
| Display | 6.4-inch FHD + AMOLED display |
| Processer | 1.78GHz Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor with 5G support |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X |
| Internal Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB, Hybrid SIM slot |
| Software | Android v9.0 Pie with MIUI skin |
| Rear Camera | 48MP using Pixel Binning + 16MP Ultra-Wide + 12MP Telephoto |
| Front Camera | 24MP |
| Dimension & Weight | 159.4 x 76 x 9.3 mm |
| Battery | 3500mAh with 27W fast charging and 20W Wireless Charger support |
| Xiaomi Mi 9 Price in India: To Be Announced | |
