News
The all-new Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 is full of glitz and glamour
Going head-to-head against the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Right before Samsung announces their latest flip next July, Xiaomi is taking the spotlight for now as they just announced the MIX Flip 2 in China.
Itzy Bitzy Glitzy
If a luxurious timepiece is in the form of a flip-style foldable, it would definitely be the all-new Xiaomi MIX Flip 2.
Xiaomi’s latest flip iteration focuses more on glitz and glam — at least the Gold colorway.
If it’s not your cup of tea, there are the White and Purple color choices.
The Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 still keeps its 7.57mm thickness when unfolded (16mm when folded), though has weighed a bit more at 199 grams (versus 190 grams).
Xiaomi says the MIX Flip 2 has a new “Keel Hinge” which is an industry-first hinge mechanism with “three-stage connecting rod combined with four floating plates”.
This makes the flip last up to 200,000 folds. Albeit, last year’s flip was promised up to 500,000 folds.
Combined with an ultra-tough flexible glass, the screen is flatter and has lesser crease visibility around 50μm.
Beauty and Brains
The Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 may just look like a luxe-coated flip phone but, it’s more than that. It’s beauty and brains in compact form.
First and foremost, it runs the latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version by Qualcomm.
This makes the only flip that has the said 3nm SoC — well, maybe until the arrival of Samsung’ next Z Flip (which only the company staff, insiders, and leaksters know by heart).
That’s backed by an upgraded dual VC (Vapor-Cooling) chamber that it’s absent in most folds and flips.
Second, Xiaomi truly listens to its community.
The dual 50MP Leica-Summilux camera system now features a main + UWA (Ultra-Wide Angle) combo.
This ditches the 2x telephoto module of the first MIX Flip. Still, it can take 2x lossless photos through the main sensor.
But, the biggest upgrade has got to be its 5165mAh battery.
The MIX Flip 2’s battery bump not only breaks the last record (HONOR Magic V Flip at 4800mAh), it also breaks barriers past the 5000mAh limit among modern-day flip phones.
It promises an improved endurance — lasting two hours longer than the iPhone 16 Pro.
MIX and Match
Xiaomi still kept all the good stuff from last year’s flip.
The 67W HyperCharge support is still there, but with added wirless charging of up to 50W.
Moreover, the already large 4.01-inch 120Hz triple micro-curved cover screen with Xiaomi Shield Glass protection still remain (which was already the limit to begin with).
That also means the MIX Flip 2 has the same 6.56-inch 1~120Hz foldable AMOLED display as its predecessor.
The inner display possesses a 1.5K display resolution, 460ppi pixel density, up to 3200 nits of peak brightness, and other eye care features.
The Xiaomi MIX Flip2 runs Xiaomi HyperOS 2 with better cover screen functionality including more widgets, wider app support of over 500, and even quirkier animal character animations for lock screen and charging.
There are new animals in the set such as a bird, sheep, and seal. Moreover, you can even make your own pets as your cute animated avatars through Xiaomi’s AI magic.
Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 is currently available for pre-orders in China.
Pricing are as follows:
- 12+256GB = CNY 5999 (US$ 840 / EUR 720 / GBP 615 / SG$ 1070 / PhP 47,760 / INR 71,940)
- 12+512GB = CNY 6499 (US$ 905 / EUR 780 / GBP 665 / SG$ 1160 / PhP 51,740 / INR 77,940)
- 16+1TB = CNY 7299 (US$ 1020 / EUR 880 / GBP 750 / SG$ 1305 / PhP 58,110 / INR 87,533)
Just like any China-first launch, global availability is relatively unknown.
Still, we have to wait and see as the first MIX Flip was launched in certain Asian markets last year — including Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand.
Apps
Disney+ launches a TikTok-coded vertical feed called Verts
TikTok has changed how we consume media. Everything is now vertical. Even the most established streaming services, often a bastion for traditionally horizontal content, is adopting the different format. Now, Disney+ is getting a vertical feed called Verts.
Like its contemporaries, Verts presents a continuous feed of content but tailored to show the plethora of titles from the Disney+ library. This might include the first scenes of shows or notable highlights. The hope, of course, is to direct users to the longform content.
Directly from the Verts feed, users can easily add the respective title to their watchlist or go straight to the title’s page. In turn, the feed is accessible from the homepage since it has its own tab.
According to Disney, early experiments with the feature have driven engagement to available content. Right now, the feed is mostly for clipping enticing content from shows. However, the platform will experiment further with the format for new ways to tell stories.
Though Verts surely stands for “verticals” in this case, “adverts” might fit better as its full government name. Still, it might be a useful tool if you’re figuring out what to watch for the night.
Currently, Verts is available for Disney+ subscribers in the United States. Disney also has plans to expand the feature to ESPN for sports-related content.
SEE ALSO: Live NBA action on Disney Plus now available in the Philippines
Some of today’s navigation apps are living in the future. Instead of a two-dimensional map, these apps render the user’s surroundings in 3D. It’s a nifty upgrade that helps drivers more accurately visualize directions on the fly. Finally, Google Maps is getting a much-needed upgrade and will take navigation to the third dimension.
In a new update rolling out today, the new Immersive Navigation feature will bring your surroundings to life. The 3D view creates a render of the surrounding buildings, overpasses, and terrain around the car. It takes the guesswork out of navigation by showing precisely where to turn and what landmarks to look out for.
In the same vein, you can now use Street View to preview your destination before you arrive. Google Maps will also highlight your destination’s entrance, side of the street, and nearby parking.
Outside of how the map is visualized, Google Maps is also infusing its service with Gemini. The new Ask Maps feature will let you engage with the app in a conversational manner. For example, if you’re in the middle of a long drive, you can now ask Maps where the best place is to stop over and have a coffee break. Ask Maps will provide directions, a potential itinerary, and even helpful links to book a reservation ahead of time.
Now, availability for both of these features is still a bit limited. Immersive View is rolling out today to compatible devices and vehicles in the United States. Further, availability will expand over the coming months.
Meanwhile, Ask Maps is available now in the United States and India for Android and iOS. A desktop version is coming soon.
SEE ALSO: Google Maps is finally getting a power saving mode
Entertainment
KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel
Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans will return to write and direct.
This feels like a formality at this point. Netflix and Sony have officially confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel.
If you feel like you’ve read this exact title before, then you’re not alone. Since its massive success last year, the hit animated film constantly spawned talks of a potential franchise. It probably helped that the title quickly became Netflix’s most-watched film of all time. From the last we’ve heard of the rumors, Netflix was reportedly eyeing a 2029 premiere for the sequel.
Now, it’s official. As posted by Netflix itself, KPop Demon Hunters will get a sequel soon. Even better, the follow-up will be written and directed by the same duo, Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans.
Kang, who celebrated the first movie’s ability to tell a Korean story, says that there’s a lot more to explore in the film’s universe. “There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning,” she said.
Right now, the plot’s sequel is still unknown, especially since the Saja Boys were defeated in the first film.
Given how big the original movie got, the sequel is no surprise. Besides bagging the top spot on Netflix’s charts, the film also got an eventual release in theaters. KPop Demon Hunters is up for a potential Oscars win after it was nominated for Best Animated Feature. Its hit song, “Golden,” is also nominated for Best Original Song.
SEE ALSO: KPop Demon Hunters is now Netflix’s most-watched movie
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