The Redmi K40 global variant has cleared its certification via IMDA with the M2012K11AG model number. The handset will launch with the Poco branding instead of the Redmi label. However, the report doesnt mention which Poco smartphone it will be. The listing confirms a 5G network support.
Representative Image: Xiaomi Mi 10 5G special Edition
There have been rumours related to a 2021 reboot of the Xiaomi Mi 10 5G for a while but nothing concrete ever came out. The recent TENAA listing, however, reveals the design of the 2021 Mi 10 5G and some of its specifications. The new Mi 10 5G seems to be an affordable alternative to the Mi 11 flagship from this year, thanks to its use of the Snapdragon 870 chipset. The design is reminiscent of the Mi 10 Extreme Commemorative Edition. Also Read - MIUI 12 update based on Android 11 coming to these Xiaomi, Redmi, Poco phones: Check the list
Along with the 2021 Mi 10 reboot, there’s news on the Redmi K40 front. A recent BIS certification was given to the Redmi K40. This hints at Redmi bringing back its K series flagships to India this year after a gap year since the Redmi K20 series. Do note that the BIS certification isn’t a confirmation of an Indian launch – lots of international models get BIS certification but seldom laun
Redmi K40, K40 Pro appear on TENNA ahead of launch with Mi 11-like camera modules
Redmi K40 and K40 Pro have appeared on Chinese certification website TENAA ahead of their launch. The listing gives us the first look at the possible designs of the two smartphones
India Today Tech | February 10, 2021 | Updated 13:29 IST
Both the smartphones will feature similar designs.
Highlights
Redmi K40 launch is confirmed for February 25.
Both smartphones likely to have similar designs.
Redmi K40 and K40 Pro have appeared on Chinese certification website TENAA ahead of their launch. The listing gives us the first look at the possible designs of the two smartphones. The Redmi K40 launch has already been confirmed for February 25 by and Redmi general manager Lu Weibing while the Pro model can arrive on a later date. The smartphone is confirmed to feature smallest hole-punch in the world and the company executive also hinted at its possible price.