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The new phone is powered by MediaTek Helio G85 processor
No word on India launch of Redmi Note 8 (2021) yet Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 (2021) with MediaTek Helio G85 launched globally
Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Note 8 (2021) edition in global markets. This Redmi Note 8 (2021) follows the Redmi Note 8 that launched in 2019 in India. This new special edition has the same build and almost the same features as the original Redmi Note 8. The only major change here is that the 2021 edition of the Redmi Note 8 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor.
Xiaomi has also revealed that over 25 million units of the Redmi Note 8 have been shipped globally. The new Redmi Note 8 (2021) edition has a waterdrop notch, quad cameras, and a fast-charging battery. Currently, there is no word on the India launch of the Redmi Note 8 (2021) yet. It is priced starting at USD 169 for the base 4GB+64GB storage variant and USD 189 for the 128GB storage option. Here’s a b
Redmi Note 8 2021 edition will be a reality soon, confirms Xiaomi News
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The Chinese smartphone maker to its official Xiaomi Twitter handle to confirm the existence of the new Redmi Note 8 2021. Notably, over 25 million units of the Redmi Note 8 2019 edition were sold globally, as per the company. And to celebrate the milestone, Xiaomi announced that it will bring an upgrade version for its consumers.
To recall, the Redmi Note series was introduced back in 2014 and it became a popular smartphone lineup within months due to its affordability and feature-packed offerings. The Redmi Note 8 already has two successors in the lineup- the Redmi Note 9, and Redmi Note 10 and both hit the million sales milestone. While it’s no surprise for the brand to bring as many phones every other month, the Redmi Note 8 2021 is likely added to the list to keep its rivals under duress.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8
Xiaomi recently added the Redmi Note 10S as another member of its current Redmi Note 10 lineup. It seems that the company aims to refresh the two-year-old Redmi Note 8 phone and launch it as the Redmi Note 8 (2021). Also Read - Xiaomi phones with Leica cameras? It is a possibility, hints latest leak
The smartphone recently appeared on FCC and EEC certification websites, following which it has now been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG site, suggesting that the launch is soon to take place. Read on to know more about this. Also Read - Redmi Note 8 (2021) coming soon? It could be an upgraded Redmi Note 8
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Redmi Note 10S launched in India on Thursday via an online launch event. Launched at a starting price of Rs 14,999, the smartphone will be available for the first time on May 18 on Amazon and Mi.com. While we thought Redmi will stop here for now, it appears the company has more plans in stock for the upcoming months. Also Read - Redmi Note 10S in pics: A closer look at the upgraded Redmi Note 10
A new report now suggests that the Redmi Note 8 2021 edition is in the works. Ahead of the official release, several details about the upcoming Redmi device have surfaced online. You must note that the phone isn’t confirmed by the company yet so take the information with a pinch of salt. Also Read - Redmi Watch first look: Here s a closer look at Redmi s first smartwatch