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Redmi Note 11 series: Price, availability in the Philippines
Budget at its best
Xiaomi’s bang-for-your-buck line has officially arrived in the Philippines. The Redmi Note 11 series has arrived and consists of three phones: Redmi Note 11. Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G. and Redmi Note 11S.
AMOLED goodness
Members of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 series’ screen sizes vary. But they all have FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay featuring DCI-P3 wide color gamut. There’s also 1200nits brightness. And last but certainly not the least, a 120Hz screen refresh rate with a 360Hz touch sampling rate. Impressive numbers, especially for the Redmi Note line.
The series is powered by more than capable Snapdragon and MediaTek chipsets. These are able to handle any task from the most basic like social media browsing, to the most demanding like playing games and multitasking.
Flagship-level camera setup
Each member of the Redmi Note 11 series is equipped with sensors that won’t leave you wanting in the camera department. The Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 feature 108MP primary sensors.
Specifically, they are using the Samsung HM2 with a 1/1.52″ sensor size. It leverages 9-in-1 pixel binning technology as well as dual native ISO to deliver incredible images with higher dynamic range and colour performance, with excellent results even in dim light.
Here’s a quick look at the specs.
Redmi Note 11 | Redmi Note 11S | Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G | |
Display | 90Hz
6.43” FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay |
120Hz
6.67” FHD+ AMOLED DotDispla |
|
Rear camera | 50MP main camera
8MP ultra-wide camera 2MP macro camera 2MP depth camera |
108MP main camera
8MP ultra-wide camera 2MP macro camera 2MP depth camera |
108MP main camera
8MP ultra-wide camera 2MP macro camera |
Front camera | 13MP in-display front camera | 16MP in-display front camera | |
Dimension & Weight | 159.87mm x 73.87mm x 8.09mm
179g |
164.19mm x 76.1mm x 8.12mm
202g |
|
Processor | Snapdragon® 680 | MediaTek Helio G96 | Snapdragon® 695 |
RAM+ROM | LPDDR4X
UFS 2.2 |
||
Audio | Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack |
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Security | Side fingerprint sensor
AI Face Unlock |
||
Charging | 5,000mAh (typ) battery
Supports 33W wired Pro fast charging |
5,000mAh (typ) battery
Supports 67W wired turbo charging |
|
Connectivity | Dual SIM + MicroSD
NFC** IR blaster |
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
NFC IR blaster |
|
Variant** | 4GB+64GB, 6GB+128GB | 6GB+64GB, 6GB+128GB, 8GB+128GB | |
Available color** | Graphite Gray,
Twilight Blue, Star Blue |
Graphite Gray,
Twilight Blue, Pearl White |
Graphite Gray,
Polar White, Atlantic Blue |
Price and availability
The Redmi Note 11 comes in two variants. Pricing are as follows:
- 4GB+64GB — PhP 8,999
- 6GB+128GB — PhP 9,999
Local pricing and availability announcement of the Redmi Note 11S and Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G are coming soon.
Also announced during the launch is the brand-new Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 series which starts at PhP 6,999.
The Huawei Pura 70 Series has released its pricing in many parts of the world. If you’re in Europe and are curious about Huawei’s latest, let this be your confirmation that all three models are coming to you as well.
Pricing are as follows:
- Pura 70 (12GB RAM, 256GB Storage) – EUR 999
- Pura 70 Pro (12GB RAM, 256GB Storage) – EUR 1199
- Pura 70 Ultra (16GB RAM, 256GB Storage) – EUR 1499
Huawei Pura 70 Series Specs
HEET
HUAWEI Pura 70 | Pura 70 Pro | HUAWEI Pura 70 Ultra | |
Measurements:
Weight |
207g | 220g | 226g |
Colourway | White
Black |
White
Black |
Green Brown Black |
Screen | 6.6 Inch
2760 × 1256 Resolution 1-120Hz Refresh Rate 1440Hz PWM Dimming HDR Vivid Super Durable Kunlun Glass |
6.8 Inch
2844 × 1260 Resolution 1-120Hz Refresh Rate 1440Hz PWM Dimming HDR Vivid Super Durable Kunlun Glass |
6.8 Inch
2844 × 1260 Resolution 1-120Hz Refresh Rate 1440Hz PWM Dimming HDR Vivid Crystal Armor Kunlun Glass |
Operating System | EMUI 14.2 | EMUI 14.2 | EMUI 14.2 |
Camera | 50MP Ultra Lighting Main Camera(F1.4 – F4.0 Aperture,OIS)
13MP Ultra Wide-Angle Camera(F2.2 Aperture) 12MP Ultra Lighting Macro Telephoto Camera(F3.4 Aperture,OIS) |
50MP Ultra Lighting Main Camera(F1.4 – F4.0 Aperture,OIS)
12.5MP Ultra Wide-Angle Camera(F2.2 Aperture) 48MP Ultra Lighting Macro Telephoto Camera(F2.1 Aperture,OIS) |
50MP Ultra Lighting Main Camera(1-inch Sensor,F1.6~F4.0 Aperture,Sensor Shift OIS)
40MP Ultra Wide-Angle Camera(F2.2 Aperture) 50MP Ultra Lighting Macro Telephoto Camera(F2.1 Aperture, OIS) |
13MP Ultra Wide Angle Front Camera(F2.4 Aperture) | 13MP Ultra Wide Angle Front Camera(F2.4 Aperture,Auto Focus) | 13MP Ultra Wide Angle Front Camera(F2.4 Aperture,Auto Focus) | |
Battery | 4900mAh(Typical Value) | 5050mAh(Typical Value) | 5200mAh(Typical Value) |
Charging | 66W wired HUAWEI SuperCharge
50W wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge |
100W wired HUAWEI SuperCharge
80W wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge |
100W wired HUAWEI SuperCharge
80W wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge |
Water and Dust Resistance | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
Smartphone Photography Promise
The Huawei Pura 70 Series is a reinvention of Huawei’s camera-toting lineup. The new smartphones again promise huge improvements to the world of smarthpone photography.
The series is equipped with a new generation of Ultra Lighting camera system. Combined with the industry’s first HUAWEI XD Motion Engine, it can activate the Ultra Speed Snapshot feature and easily capture fast moments.
The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra also equipped with the industry’s first Ultra Lighting Pop-out Camera. It’s an original retractable camera structure; achieving a thin one-inch image sensor and a large aperture in a compact body, bringing a revolutionary imaging system.
Both HUAWEI Pura 70 Pro and HUAWEI Pura 70 Ultra feature the new Ultra Lighting Macro Telephoto Camera. It promises to produce clear images from distant buildings to close details. Thanks to its periscope telephoto aperture of F2.1, it offers superb light-gathering ability and better telephoto image quality, achieving full focal HD photography across the entire focal length.
SEE ALSO:
Huawei Pura 70 Pro Unboxing and First Impressions
GadgetSnaps: Huawei Pura 70 Pro in Shenzhen
Xiaomi maintains its great value proposition with its tablet offerings. In 2023, it was the Xiaomi Pad 6. This time, in 2024, it’s the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4.
Price and availability
The tablet will be available in two variants and are priced as follows:
- 12+512GB — PhP 39,999
- 8+256GB — PhP 33,999
It comes in classic Black and White colors.
Meanwhile, the accessories are priced as follows:
- Focus Pen — PhP 3,499
- Touchpad Keyboard — PhP 6,499
Discounted from May 3 to 9
Naturally, these will be available at special slashed prices from May 3 to 9 on the Shopee exclusive online sale.
- 12+512GB — PhP 37,199
- 8+256GB — PhP 31,199
Buyers will get free Redmi Buds 4 Active (valued at Php 999) for every checkout of the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro.
Unboxing the tablet and its accessories
Like the tablet that preceded it, the 6S Pro came with a generous accompaniment of accessories. Other than the tablet itself, there’s the Cover, Touchpad Keyboard, and the Focus Pen.
Watch the unboxing below.
@gadgetmatch This is our favorite Android tablet right now! #XiaomiPad6SPro #Xiaomi
Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 specs
- Display — 12.4” 144Hz 3K display, supports Dolby Vision
- Processor — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Battery — 10,000mAh, 120W HyperCharge
- RAM and Storage — 8GB+256GB / 12GB+512GB
- OS — Xiaomi HyperOS
- Cameras — 50MP main (4K, 60 FPS video), 2MP depth, 32MP front (1080p, 30 FPS video)
- Connectivity — USB 3.2 Gen 1, Bluetooth 5.3, WiFi 7
- Audio — Six (6) speakers, support for Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res, Hi-Res wireless
Here’s a quick excerpt from our review:
“The Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 has a mouthful of a name with a feature set that’s just as packed. It’s a device made for many purposes. It’s both a workmate, a creative companion, and a relaxation buddy.”
Huawei’s P Series is now Pura. The company says the rebrand represents a new chapter. But the Pura essentially is the same lineage as the P Series — expert mobile photography and fashion forward. Now, the Huawei Pura 70 Series has been confirmed to come to the Philippines.
The Huawei Pura 70 series has three phones: the Huawei Pura 70, Huawei Pura 70 Pro, and Huawei Pura 70 Ultra. Pricing are as follows
The Huawei Pura 70 (12GB+256GB) is priced at PhP 47,999. It comes in Black, White, and Pink. Meanwhile, the Huawei Pura 70 Pro (12GB+512GB) retails for PhP 59,999 which comes in Black and White. Last and surely not the least is the Huawei Pura 70 Ultra (16GB+512GB) that comes in Black and Green. This one retails for PhP 79,999.
Pre-orders are live as of May 2, 2024. Every pre-order comes with the following:
- Mystery Gifts Worth PhP 17998
- 1-year Accidental Damage Protection Worth PhP 3999
- Deposit PhP 1000 Get PhP 3000 Token
The Pura 70 Ultra will come with an Inbox Magnetic case while the other two models have a Magnetic Case Worth PhP 1999.
Huawei Pura 70 Series
The Huawei Pura 70 Series is a reinvention of Huawei’s camera-toting lineup. The new smartphones again promise huge improvements to the world of smarthpone photography.
The series is equipped with a new generation of Ultra Lighting camera system. Combined with the industry’s first HUAWEI XD Motion Engine, it can activate the Ultra Speed Snapshot feature and easily capture fast moments.
The Huawei Pura 70 Ultra also equipped with the industry’s first Ultra Lighting Pop-out Camera. It’s an original retractable camera structure; achieving a thin one-inch image sensor and a large aperture in a compact body, bringing a revolutionary imaging system.
Both HUAWEI Pura 70 Pro and HUAWEI Pura 70 Ultra feature the new Ultra Lighting Macro Telephoto Camera. It promises to produce clear images from distant buildings to close details. Thanks to its periscope telephoto aperture of F2.1, it offers superb light-gathering ability and better telephoto image quality, achieving full focal HD photography across the entire focal length.
SEE ALSO:
Huawei Pura 70 Pro Unboxing and First Impressions
GadgetSnaps: Huawei Pura 70 Pro in Shenzhen
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