Xiaomi Launches Redmi Note 14 Series in the Philippines

Looks like they won't be stopping anytime soon as Xiaomi just recently launched the Redmi Note 14 series in the Philippines. This is quite an aggressive start of the year for the phone and aiot device manufacturer especially during the first quarter of 2025, with devices that would promise to produce iconic shots, AI crafted images, equipped with a 200 MP main camera and durability needed for today's lifestyle. In grand ceremonies at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in BGC, they brought in different models such as the Redmi Note Pro 5G, Redmi Note 14 5G and the Redmi Note 14.

Tommy Adrias of Xiaomi's Marketing says "Today is all about Redmi Note, our most popular one in the world. We want you to experience the flagship experience, and loved by millions across the world. In the first 10 years, it has created a family, and we make our phones better. Much of those who own one were still able to use it for several years, even to this day."

Water, dust and scratch resistant, there has been a call for the new Redmi Note 14 series to be even more durable. They want to have an iconic camera with it, and be durable like the previous ones.

Redmi Note 14 series include new AI cameras, since they want to have next level photos, they did good things with the 200 MP pro grade cameras with larger apertures even on low light conditions. It also has better ISO balance, the sensor should get you better details, clear in every angle. It's smarter, complete photography experience even on cam. It also uses AI for details and color. It's also equipped with better AI editing, facial clarity and better AI Erase and Expansion. You can also customize the backgrounds, and have bokeh that is better, plus one tap vlogs. The phone is tough, curved, and has slim bezels. It also has vegan leather, in Lavender Purple, Frost Blue, Coral Green and Midnight Black. It also has ip68, and can withstand 1.5 meter deep water for 30 minutes. It also has worry free touch display when you have sweat, water or oil.

Redmi Note 14 5G and Redmi Note 14

These phones have 108MP cameras, still can get stunning details, one that can also perform in low light, and can create more in Ai. You can erase  with AI and has IP68 standard quality. It is durable from drops and scratches. It also has security, a powerful chipset (Mediatek dimensity ultra). They also have this in 4G versions, if you are not keen in having 5G connection yet. It comes in Lime Green, Midnight Black, Ocean Blue and Lavender.

The price is at: Pro plus 5g Php 22,999, Pro 5G Php 17,999. For the 14 series classics there is 13999 for the 5G and 8999 for the 4G option. They also have an Early Bird price promo with freebies and warranty so check out their promos listed at their social channels. It is also available online and with Home Credit.

Redmi Buds Pro 6 and Watch 5

New models for the smart watch and their earphones, better displays, brighter when in low or bright light. It has stainless steel crown, very stylish and comes in 3 colors. It always is connected and is in sync with your activities. You can also store songs on your Watch 5, can even answer calls, with ultra long battery life. It costs PHP 5299 and a thousand off if you purchase it early.

The Buds 6 Pro is quite nice, comes in 3 color ways. Delivers bass, treble and crisp sounds. It also has noise cancellation which is useful for different scenarios. It can last 36 hours, has a line display indicating power left. This costs Php 3599 but can be bought PHP 3199 if you get it early. It's available at Shopee. The Redmi Buds 6 on the other hand is Php 1699 and comes with 2 months of Spotify with their promo. They also have  a new 165W Power Bank at 10,000mAh capacity. There is also a smaller one in lower wattage that costs half. It costs Php 2,099 starting tomorrow January 16. Cables are even integrated on the actual power bank. They also have a Xiaomi Smart Display Max, a QLED TV that measures 85/100 inch at 4K display. It also has Dolby audio, costs 69k and 122995 respectively. They also have smaller ones, plus a Xiaomi Projector L1 that looks cute. It has automatic obstacle avoidance. It costs 11,099 available at the end of this month.

Congratulations Xiaomi! :)

Xiaomi Holds Xiaomi Pop Run 2023 at Bridgetowne in QC

It was certainly a great morning to have a few of my blog friends and different health enthusiasts join the XIAOMI POP RUN 2023 which was held last October 28th at the Bridgetown grounds in Quezon City. I'm quite familiar to the place because when I had a blue collar job my previous corp opened an office nearby. There were a lot of people from nearby corps who joined in plus some of Xiomi's very own employees, friends and family who participated in this event.

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Around 5am, warm ups were done first by instructors to make sure we had blood rushing through our veins before the actual 3K and 10K runs. This is the first Xiaomi Pop Run event being held in the country and it has been a tradition in other parts of the world, it was a glad addition to the already big runs happening elsewhere (they were being done simultaneously in several cities around the world and Manila just got it). This all started in China via the Orange Run in 2018 which was well attended by Xiaomi fans.

When the race started, the 10K Run was done first. I thought it was going to be relatively easy, but no, the run had some several pros in them. There were also a lot of participants that had their Xiaomi Bands with them, which was also a good thing as they were launching the latest one the Xiaomi Band 8.

I wore one too, the White version while there were other runners that had the Black. The night before, I wore it to monitor my sleep (and saw I only had an hour in it lol #badboy). The Xiaomi Band 8 had other features to monitor the distance they ran, the time, heart rate, even blood oxygen levels (which I did during the pandemic often). There's also a way to monitor the route because it had GPS capabilities, so when the race started, they switched it to that as well. What I liked most about the Xiaomi Band 8 is the really clear 1.62 inch AMOLED display and the long lasting batteries it had (which promised 16 days, and I have yet to charge it since I've worn it that day). I also had the opportunity to take photos with several Sparkle teens and Sparkle artists as well who joined the 3K Xiaomi Pop Run, particularly Will Ashley,  Keisha Serna, James Graham, Abdul Raman, Ella Cristofani, Jade Tecson, Aidan Veneracion, Tanya Ramos, Lianne Valentin, and Raheel Bhyria. They were a fun bunch!

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Winners were given a brand new Xiaomi 13T smartphone a Xiaomi Smart Band 8 depending on the distance and time. The other sponsors like Redbull, Viu, Salonpas and Fitbar made sure lucky participants were given prizes through the on the spot raffles before the event ended. They also thanked their partners at Bridgetowne Destination Estate and Robinsons for doing the same. They also promised more things to come in the next Xiaomi Pop Run, yes there will be one next year! If you want to know more, make sure to follow Xiaomi Philippines social channels and their official website. See you then!

Xiaomi Launches Redmi Note 12 Series, AIoT Devices to Live Vivid!

Took the trip down south to see what Xiaomi has up their sleeves as they launch the new Redmi Note Series and a couple of AIoT devices that's designed for the modern, smart home.

They did have us tinker around with the devices on their experience kiosks at the Grand Ballroom of Mariott Hotel in Pasay City and here's what happened!

Their call for this launch is to #LiveVivid which stems from the launched phone which has got a 200MP primary camera. It's already available for Pre-Order from 15th to the 21st. It's got a Flow AMOLED screen (a debut on the Redmi Note Pro 5G), Dolby vision Atmos, which makes your videos vividly amazing. It is also equipped with an IMX 766 which can capture more light, usually it is seen on flagship camera systems but now is available on this phone. You get vivid shots day or night, also has OIS so you don't have blurry shots. You can also use the proprietary imaging software and camera filters so your photos look good on any occasion. With a battery of 5000mAh, turbo charging, you can last using it all day.

The Redmi Note 12 5G Pro + on the other hand has a 200 MP resolution camera, a wide aperture, makes your photos stunning, with true to life colors. Even if it's dark, it can still capture details. It retains light and lose noise. It also has OIS for shaky hands when taking videos, plus the 200 MP can make you compose better shots by framing other parts of the photo to see more things captured by it. Xiaomi Pro Cut is also a great tool to fix your output, things that you can make with a  few clicks, with the long battery capacity, faster and safe charging.

The Redmi Note 12 on the other hand has fun colors, pro level display, flagship 120Hz AMOLED display (so you can smoothly see videos on fast refresh rate. It has a Snapdragon 685 processor and triple camera system that also has AI.

The AIoT devices on the other hand include a couple more wearables. The Redmi Watch 3 can do Bluetooth Calls, modified with different strap colors, does health metrics, and last up to 12 days (so no annoying charging probs!). It's best for fitness enthusiasts since to has different functions to check vital data to those who need it. There's also new cameras like the C200 that takes 1080p videos, a 360 panorama view, IR and motion enabled recording so it doesn't miss security issues in your home. If you prefer a cam with 2K quality, the C300 could do that instead whilst the C400 can do 1440p, relatively cheap as everything is under 3000 pesos. If you want to install something outdoors, the AW300 has dust proof and waterproof features, and still is as affordable like the others. Xiaomi had Air Fryers, Smart Door Locks and a throng of Mi devices which you can use to make your home a smart one.

XIAOMI Price Slash on AIOT Devices Starts Today

Looks like the Year of the Rabbit rings a lot of good deals from your friends at Xiaomi. Much of the offerings are going to be 43 percent off on its original prize. Their phones, AIOT and home devices have already impressed me when I got them last year so I'm raring to have more of this this 2023. Discovering why convenience is important for much of these ain't science, it's common sense.

From January 20 to June 20, 2023
they are offering several of their products with discounts to make sure your life becomes simpler and more efficient. Check out these products if one fits your lifestyle:

Xiaomi Band 7

The Xiaomi Mi Band 7 is one of the most attractive health bands in this generation. It doesn't cost an arm and a leg. It can measure your heart rate, blood oxygen, and stress tracking and supports 120 types of exercise. The huge 1.62-inch display is lovely, can be always-on, and can be charged fast. It's also very compact and sleek, none of those annoying distracting colors. It used to be PHP 2,499 but now is sold at PHP 2,099.

Xiaomi Watch S1

If you prefer smartwatches, the Xiaomi Watch S1 is a better one. It's got a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, a long battery life, over 117 fitness modes, a dual-band GPS to track your runs and bike tracks, and a good health monitor which you can view on an app. They are also available in black stainless-steel case with same colored straps. There's also one in silver + brown straps and usually costs PHP 10,999. Since it's on sale, it costs PHP 7,999.

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active

If you prefer a different look, there's always the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active. Best for those who are seriously into sports, extreme ones and those who love outdoor activities. It's got a 1.43 inch AMOLED display, a 470mAh battery which can last for days, and is packed with a heart rate monitor and a blood oxygen sensor often needed in the pandemic. It's also got an accelerometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, atmospheric sensor, and ambient light sensor for those who need it. It used to be priced at PHP 8,999 but they reduced it to PHP 5,999 because of the sale. It's the right time to buy it.

Xiaomi Buds 3

For those who are looking for wireless earphoens, the Xiaomi Buds 3 is your best bet. It's got good noise cancellation and sound quality. If you haven't experienced HiFi sound, this would let you experience it. It also can do over 7 hours of playback on a full charge. If you bring the case, it can extend it to over 32 hours. Price is at PHP 4,999 but because of the promo, you can get it for only PHP 2,999. Ain't that a deal?

Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro

For the more audio sensitive people, the Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro earbuds is best for you. It's got well-balanced audio, capable noise cancellation and comfy fit. This would be good for those who are into watching videos or gaming as it has a more immersive feel. This costs PHP 6,999 but since it's on sale, you can get this for only PHP 3,999 because they can.


Xiaomi Truclean W10 Pro WE

For those who want a clean home, they've got the Truclean W10 Pro Wet Dry Vacuum on sale too. It's got a roller brush that can vacuum, mop and clean floors in one run. It also can do corners and edges without having problems in the back as it is cordless. You can get it today for only PHP 17,999 (used to be 27K).


Go to Xiaomi's FB page for more updates and their official stores on Shopee and Lazada!

Xiaomi Launches Lightweight Phone: The Xiaomi 12 Lite

Just got off the Xiaomi 12 Lite event streamed on the Xiaomi Philippines Facebook page today. Their best news is about the new Xiaomi 12 Lite that will be released in the Philippines. Xiaomi also has introduced several home devices that are part of their aIOT smart products which you'll love!

With what they talked about, I was most impressed with the 32 Megapixel Selfie Camera, a 108 Megapixel main camera, 120 Ultra Wide Camera, plus eye tracking technology in their newest flagship device. It also has HDR in the front camera so you don't lose details even if you're against the light. It's got vibrant colors, even on videos and very comfortable display no matter what condition there is while handling the phone.

It also has fast charging capabilities even if it's lightweight, a whopping 67W charging that can get your phone working fast if it runs out of juice. 13 minutes to fill 50% battery, doesn't that sound amazing?! With the adaptive technology, it also slows down when it gets to 80% and preven overcharging if in case you leave it plugged in overnight. It also has 5G support, which means you'll get faster data download and upload rates because the hardware has the capacity to do it.

This is slim, fits in the pocket, 120Hz display if you are a gaming or video enthusiast, so no small detail is gonna be left unturned. That's the Xiaomi 12 Lite, and endorsing it in the Philippines is GMA actress and IT girl Gabbi Garcia. This was all announced this evening.

The new Xiaomi 12 Lite is available in 2 storage sizes. The 6GB+128GB retails for Php 20,999 while the 8GB+128GB costs Php 21,999. The Xiaomi 12 Lite will be available for pre order on Xiaomi authorized stores starting August 19 up to 26, then regular price  after that. Those who choose to pre order will get it with extras like the Xiaomi Tyvek bag, a Xiaomi Pinoy Bunny, a Xiaomi Nightlight, plus Xiaomi Ceramic Mug shirt, notebook or pen. That's a treat for those who love Xiaomi.

Xiaomi Launches First Service Center in the Country

There's no stopping a growing brand as Xiaomi officially opens their first Mi Service Center in the country. Now there's going to be a one stop shop for all your Mi Smartphone servicing needs and support will be more accessible for Filipinos in the south. This particular branch is located at the ground floor of Ayala Mall's Market!Market!

It's very spacious, much of the space was dedicated to tables wherein you could try out the different handset models they currently have released. Aside from that, they've got the various Mi AIoT line like the Mi Scooter Pro, Mi Vacuum Cleaners, Mi Electric Kettles, Mi Smart Wifi LED Lamps, Mi Motion Sensors, Mi Wifi Routers, accessories and more. Check out this video we made of our short tour of the Service Center last week.

 

 

Holiday promos are available so if you plan to get the Xiaomi 11T Series, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, Mi 11 Lite or the Xiaomi Pad 5, you can get the free Mi Bunny plushie which you can exclusively get just for this instance. This will only me available from November 13 up to January 14 next year.

 

 Now if you're having trouble getting support for your device, simply call the Xiaomi toll-free number (for Smart/PLDT) 1-800-1312-0048 or (Globe) 1-800-8386-5529. You may also email them at service.ph@xiaomi.com or mi-phfeedback@xiaomi.com for your concerns. If you want to know their services, you can check out their official website at mi.com/ph/service/repair as everything is also going to be listed there, at least have an idea before rushing to their service center. This is of course just the start and they plan to put up more of these so you can reach them in major cities because they promised that if there's great demand for their products in certain areas, they'll put one up for it. That's assuring.

 

Redmi Note 10 5G Launched in the Philippines

Xiaomi has marked a 280% growth this year and has been relentlessly working to make it available in the country. They've got 24 Mi Stores, 40 Mi Zones and thousands of point sales branches nationwide. The Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro has also been very successful after their launch a couple weeks ago. Today, they are doing the same with the Redmi Note 10 5G.

It's comfortable in the hand, has classic shiny design, light at 190 grams. It's got a 5000mAh battery, side fingerprint sensor, available in colors like Aurora Green, Graphite Gray and Nightimte Blue.It's got a 48MP camera that can snap good photos, slow motion video, has night mode (*for those low light moments) and has AI Camera 5.0. This also has a 6.5 inch FHD display with 90Hz refresh rate. It also matches what you need for video automatically. The reading mode also makes it easy for anyone to see text, thanks to its 360 degree light sensor which detects the light temperature and brightness. It's got a Mediatek Dimensity 700 processor, pretty powerful for mobile phone tasks. It's also 5G capable, and can accept dual sim on this band. The processor also makes it possible to have 20% higher performance and 40% more power efficiency, so you save power and use the device for a longer time.

You've got lots of things to look forward to in this phone. It's got a flagship 7nm processor, it can last you 2 days of usage. Still supports a 3.5mm headphone jack, NFC, IR blaster, UFS 2.2 Write Booster, a little better than its competitors. The Redmi Note 10 5G costs Php 9,990 (for the 4GB variant) and Php 11,490 (for the 8GB variety). This will also be offered on Smart 5G Smart Signature plans, so if you want to get one that can be paid on a limited cash out, it will be cheaper there. You also get a FREE LCD screen if you purchase one. Want one? Go check out their official site and Smart's postpaid and prepaid offers now. 

Oh and they also launched a new Mi Smart Air Fryer, and an additional Redmi Note 10S, you might want that too. :)