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Redmi K50i Review: Pricing and Availability

The Redmi K50i starts at ₹25,999 (~$325) for the base variant in India.
You can buy it in Phantom Blue, Quick Silver, or Stealth Black colorways.

It’s no secret that Xiaomi rebrands a lot of its smartphones with a different marketing name for different regions. Similarly, the Redmi K50i is a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro, featuring the same hardware. It’s indistinguishable from the Chinese model as Xiaomi hasn’t made any changes to its design either. The same phone is also being sold as the Poco X4 GT internationally, so it’s making rounds around the world with a different name. It’s not a deal-breaker, but it’s something you should be aware of in case you’re planning to buy this phone.

The Redmi K50i is a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro, which is also sold as the POCO X4 GT globally.

As for the pricing, the Redmi K50i starts at ₹25,999 (~$325) for the variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage in India. The 8GB+256GB model will cost you ₹28,999 (~$363). The phone has gone on sale starting July 23 and you can buy it in either Phantom Blue, Quick Silver, or Stealth Black colorways.

Redmi K50i Review: Specifications

Let’s take a quick look at the specifications to find out what the Redmi K50i brings to the table:

Specification	Redmi K50i / Redmi Note 11T Pro / Poco X4 GT
Build	Polycarbonate back Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front panel
Dimensions & Weight	163.64 x 74.29 x 8.87mm 200g
Display	6.6-inch FFS LCD 2460 x 1080p resolution, 440PPI 144Hz refresh rate 7-stage AdaptiveSync (30Hz, 48Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz) 100% DCI-P3 coverage DC dimming Dolby Vision support
SoC	MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Arm Mali-G610 MC6 GPU
RAM & Storage	6GB/8GB LPDDR5 RAM 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 storage
Battery & Charging	5,080mAh 67W wired fast charging support (charger included) PD support up to 27W
Security	Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
Rear Camera(s)	Primary: 64MP Samsung ISOCELL GW1 Ultra-wide: 8MP, 120-degree FoV Macro: 2MP
Front Camera(s)	16MP
Port(s)	USB Type-C 3.5mm headphone jack
Audio	Dual stereo speakers
Connectivity	5G dual SIM Supported bands: n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28A/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78 4G LTE Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.3
Software	MIUI 13 based on Android 12
Other Features	VC liquid cooling IR blaster X-axis linear vibration motor IP53 certification

About this Review: Xiaomi India sent us the Redmi K50i unit in Quick Silver colorway for testing. This review was written after spending about a week with the device. Xiaomi had no input in this review.

Redmi K50i Review: Design and Display

The Redmi K50i is entirely made of plastic, but it has Gorilla Glass 5 on the front.
It comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack and an IR blaster on the top.

The Redmi series has established its own design language, so the Redmi K50i brings a very familiar design to the market. The handset has a boxy design and is entirely made of plastic. The back panel mimics the look of frosted glass and it seems to repel smudges and fingerprints. The Quick Silver variant which I’ve been using for the last few days, however, has developed a weird-looking spot at the back. It looks more prominent in the photos, and I can’t seem to get rid of it. This issue could be exclusive to my unit, but it’s worth making a note of. The back is almost completely flat but the camera island sticks out quite a bit, and the lenses protrude even further. This makes the device wobble when placed on a flat surface.

Redmi k50i phone on a yellow color leather mat with artificial plants on both sides

The right side of the phone has a volume rocker and a power button which doubles up as a rather reliable side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The USB-C port is at the bottom and it’s flanked by the SIM card tray and speaker grille on both sides. The top also has a bunch of grills which serve as an echo chamber for the left channel speaker. But it’s the 3.5mm headphone jack and the IR blaster that grabs the attention on the top as both of these are rarely seen on any smartphone these days.

Overall, the Redmi K50i is a fairly decent-looking phone. It’s not winning any awards with its muted design, especially when you compare it with the K20 series’ scintillating design with a gradient finish. The Redmi K50i is also not as thin or light as it appears in the press renders and images. It’s 8.87mm thick and weighs 200g, so it is a sizable phone to carry around. It comes with IP53 certification, so it should hold up pretty well against dust and occasional water sprays.

The screen is a 6.6-inch FHD+ LCD panel with a slight chin at the bottom and a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera on the top. Not that LCD panels are bad by any means, but Xiaomi made it a point to emphasize the fact that the Redmi K50i sports a fringe-field switching (FFS) LCD which offers many benefits including low operating voltage, wide-viewing angle, and fast response times compared to other LCD types. In real life, the FFS LCD looks similar to the standard LCD panels used on many phones these days. You’re not going to see impressive contrast ratios or inky blacks as you would on an OLED panel, but there’s still a lot to like.

Redmi K50i kept on a yellow-colored leather mat

Redmi K50i's display boasts a rather exhaustive list of features

The lack of an OLED panel isn’t necessarily a pain point here because the Redmi K50i’s display boasts a rather exhaustive list of features including a 144Hz refresh rate, 270Hz touch sampling rate, support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision, and more. Notably, you also get 7-stage AdaptiveSync technology with which the display can dynamically switch the refresh rate between 30Hz, 48Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz based on the content. The software offers two different settings to control the refresh rate — a default setting to adjust the refresh rate dynamically based on what’s being viewed on the screen, and a custom setting that lets you choose between 60Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz.

Redmi K50i phone display with the refresh rate

The Redmi K50i has a good display overall but I just wish it was a little brighter. With 500 nits of peak brightness, it doesn’t get nearly as bright as some other phones out there, making it less visible outdoors, especially under direct sunlight. The phone also doesn’t support HDR playback from popular OTT platforms like Netflix too, so keep that in mind.

Redmi K50i Review: Performance and software

The Redmi K50i is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset and it comes with LPDD5 memory and UFS 3.1 storage.
This is the best-performing phone in this price range with barely any competitors in sight.

The Redmi K50i is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8100 chipset, and I have absolutely no complaints about its performance. The base variant of this phone comes with 6GB of LPDDR5 memory and 128GB of UFS 3.1 storage, but you can also splurge more to get the variant with 8GB of memory and 256GB of storage. The Dimensity 8100 is a reliable chipset that’s running the show behind the scenes for many devices, and the Redmi K50i takes full advantage of the CPU chops to become one of the fastest phones in its segment.

One of the best things about the Redmi K50i is that it doesn’t heat up even under sustained load thanks to the Liquidcool 2.0 technology. And because of this, the Redmi K50i performs admirably well to score good numbers in benchmarks and also delivers a fantastic gaming experience. It maintains 87% of its peak performance in the CPU throttle test and was also able to finish 3DMark’s Wild Life Extreme stress test without getting unbearably hot as some other phones do. Here’s a quick look at some benchmark numbers for those who care about a phone’s performance across benchmarking apps:

All your day-to-day apps run extremely smoothly on this phone. You can expect to see snappy animations and buttery smooth scrolling which isn’t exactly commonplace in the budget category. You can thank the hardware — and likely software too — for delivering a lightning-fast performance for all your day-to-day activities.

A person playing Dead Trigger 2 mobile game on Redmi k50i smartphone

Gaming on the Redmi K50i is also a treat thanks to the reliable performance and 144Hz display. The device is powerful enough to run even the most demanding titles at competent graphics settings with high frame rates on the board. Popular mobile games like Battlegrounds Mobile India (Indian version of PUBG Mobile) and Apex Legends Mobile can run at max graphics settings without a hitch. I also tried a bunch of games that support a 144Hz refresh rate, and it was a smooth experience through and through. Games like Dead Trigger 2, Alto’s Adventure, and Real Racing 3 run smoothly at 144Hz, and the Redmi K50i continues to run them smoothly over an extended period.

The Redmi K50i is powerful enough to run even the most demanding titles at competent graphics settings with high frame rates.

We would like to give special thanks to the team at GameBench for the tool they provided us. Their tool makes it possible for any person, whether it be a regular user, journalist, or engineer, to test a mobile game’s performance on an Android device. Check out GameBench to learn more.

Redmi K50i smartphone showing the About Phone section on the screen

As for the software, the Redmi K50i runs MIUI 13 out of the box. It’s based on Android 12 and offers a plethora of customization options. Xiaomi’s MIUI has evolved a lot over the years and it also offers some under-the-hood improvements now such as better CPU utilization, better RAM management, and more. I am not a huge fan of heavy custom skins on top of Android, but MIUI is very easy to get used to. Some features like the split between notifications shade and control center are a bit niche, but it’s a very welcoming UI otherwise. You get a bunch of pre-installed applications out of the box, but most of them can be uninstalled and they don’t hinder the performance of the phone whatsoever.

Cameras

The Redmi K50i sports a triple camera setup at the back which includes a 64MP Samsung GW1 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro shooter.
The phone captures decent photos during the day but starts to struggle with low-light photos and videos.

Redmi K50i camera module

The Redmi K50i sports a triple camera setup at the back which includes a 64MP Samsung GW1 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro shooter. Again, the Redmi K50i isn’t competing with high-end competitors, so I suggest you keep your expectations in check. I was able to capture a bunch of photos in both daytime and low-light conditions, and the results are broadly satisfying. The images, as you can see below, look sharp and have a good amount of detail provided there’s enough light in the scene.

Both the exposure and dynamic range were on point across all the daytime samples I captured with the phone. The primary sensor was also quick to focus, meaning you can rely on the Redmi K50i to capture some moving subjects. The ultra-wide images didn’t turn out as sharp as I’d like, but the overall image still looked pretty good. The secondary sensor offers a nice 120-degree FoV to capture more of the scene, so it’s nice to get a different perspective. Keep in mind that the Redmi K50i doesn’t have a telephoto camera, which means you’ll have to rely on digital zoom as opposed to optical. However, you do get a 2MP macro sensor, which works as advertised to get a quick close-up shot of a subject.

Low-light photos from the primary sensor are decent at best. The images aren’t too bad but I noticed that the phone overexposed many of the shots captured in low light. And the phone’s built-in night mode also does very little to add more details to the images. Both the ultra-wide and the macro camera also struggle to capture good-looking photos in low light, so keep that in mind.

The Redmi K50i packs a 16MP selfie camera that sits on the punch-hole cutout on the front. The selfies will turn out sharp with enough details on the subject’s face. You also get to see natural-looking skin tones, which is always a good sign. Here’s a quick look at some camera samples I was able to capture using the Redmi K50i during my time with the device.

The Redmi K50i can capture 4K videos at 30FPS using the rear camera setup. You’ll have to switch to 1080p resolution to record 60FPS footage.

Redmi K50i Review: Battery Life and Charging

The Redmi K50i’s 5,080mAh battery will keep the lights on for at least a day and a half with moderate usage.
The phone also comes with a fast-charger in the box that can quickly top up the phone.

The Redmi K50i packs a 5,080mAh battery inside which is bigger than what you get with a lot of smartphones these days. This massive battery adds to the overall thickness and the weight of the phone, but it offers reliable battery backup. The battery life was solid, lasting me about a day and a half with what I’d describe as moderate usage. If you only use your phone for basic activities like scrolling through social media apps, taking a bunch of phone calls, and watching some videos on YouTube or Instagram, then you should be able to get a similar battery backup.

Redmi K50i smartphone in Silver color next to its retail box contents

On the days with heavier usage, especially when I played a bunch of games, ran benchmarking apps, and shot a lot of camera samples for the review, the phone would still comfortably last me through the day with more than 5 hours of screen on time.

A simple line graph to show the charging speeds of the Redmi K50i using the bundled 67W charger

Redmi also bundles a 67W charging brick with the phone which I’d say is very quick to charge the device. If you ever run out of battery during the day, then you can get up to a 50-percent charge in just 30 minutes. The phone doesn’t support wireless charging, but that’s not necessarily a deal-breaker in this price range.

Should you buy the Redmi K50i?

For a starting price of ₹25,999 in India, the Redmi K50i delivers an excellent budget Android phone experience. You get a zippy 144Hz FFS LCD panel, a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset with reliable performance, a long-lasting battery with a fast charger inside the box, and more. Xiaomi has made some sensible sacrifices, so you don’t get all the bells and whistles. But there’s no denying that the Redmi K50i offers the best value for money. It’s perfect for those who are looking to buy a reliable device to get features and performance that — in many ways — is similar to many other upper mid-rangers or flagships too. You also get 5G support, which you’d need if you’re planning on keeping the phone for a few years.

The Redmi K50i delivers an excellent budget Android phone experience.

You should buy the Redmi K50i if:

You’re looking to buy an affordable smartphone and don’t want to compromise on performance.
You want to play mobile games at high frame rates.
You want a phone with a long-lasting battery and fast charging support.

You shouldn’t buy the Redmi K50i if:

You want a phone with an OLED display. The Redmi K50i comes with an FFS LCD panel which looks exactly the same as any other LCD type in the real world.
You want your phone to stand out from the others with its design. The Redmi K50i follows the same language as many other Redmi phones and has a fairly muted design, unlike the Redmi K20 Pro that came out in 2019.
You want a phone with a close-to-stock Android experience.

The Redmi K50i is arguably the best phone out there if you want the absolute best performance in this price range. But the Redmi K50i isn’t competing with the big players, and it’s not without its flaws. If you’re looking for some alternatives in India, then you can look at other options including the Moto Edge 30 with a Snapdragon 778G+ 5G or the Mi 11i Hypercharge. The POCO F4 is also a great alternative to consider for ₹27,999 if you can find it in stock.

Redmi K50i

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vendredi 29 juillet 2022

What colors does the Google Pixel 6a come in?

Google’s new Pixel 6a smartphone is now official and it enters the Pixel 6 lineup as an affordable option. Unsurprisingly, this new smartphone borrows many of the same design features from the more expensive flagships, the Pixel 6 and the Pixel 6 Pro. It features the same camera visor that looks like the visor on Thomas Bangalter’s Daft Punk helmet. You also get a two-tone color scheme, which is another thing that we’ve come to love about the Pixel phones over the years. Google is also offering the Pixel 6a in a few fun color options, so let’s take a look at them. Here’s a list of all the available Google Pixel 6a colors to make it easier for you to decide.

Google Pixel 6a: Colors

Google Pixel 6a colors from left to right: Sage, Chalk, and Charcoal

The Google Pixel 6a is now available to purchase in three different colors — Sage, Chalk, and Charcoal. All three colors, as you can see have a black-colored camera visor towards the top that houses the camera sensors. It’s safe to say that all these colors look very similar to existing Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro colors, except in slightly different hues. The “Sage” colorway looks very similar to Pixel 6’s “Sorta Seaform” color. The “Charcoal” variant looks like the “Stormy Black” Pixel 6, while the “Chalk” variant looks similar to the Pixel 6 Pro’s “Cloudy White” colorway, albeit a in lighter shade. It’s also worth pointing out that Google is offering translucent cases in ‘Charcoal’ and ‘Seaform’ colorways too.

We like how Google has decided to stick to its bold design language for these Pixel phones. Even the upcoming Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have a very similar design, with some minor changes. These new Pixel phones definitely stand out from the crowd. There’s a lot to like about the Pixel 6a, especially considering its affordable price tag in the US. You can read our Pixel 6a review to learn more about this phone before making a purchase decision. We’re adding separate links for each Pixel 6a color below, so visit them to see if your favorite color is available in stock.

Google Pixel 6a

Charcoal

The Pixel 6a in charcoal looks the most elegant out of all the available options. Pair it with Google's translucent case in Charcoal color and you're good to go.

Google Pixel 6a

Chalk

You can't go wrong with white-colored smartphones as they make the phone stand out in the sea of phones in darker shades. The contrasting black-colored camera bar looks great on this one.

Google Pixel 6a

Sage

Sage is the most fun color for the Pixel 6a as it looks different from a lot of other green-colored smartphones that have come out this year. You can pair it with Google's official Seaform translucent case too.

Out of all the available colors, we think the new Sage colorway for the Pixel 6a looks the best. We’ve started seeing a lot of green-colored phones on the market but this one stands out with its lighter shade and dual-tone finish. So which color of the Pixel 6a do you like the most and which one are you planning to buy for yourself? Let us know by dropping a line in the comments below.

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Twitter is increasing its Blue subscription price, effective immediately

Twitter Blue brought new features to Twitter that were meant to enhance the user experience. Upon launch, the service was priced at $2.99 and offered a decent amount of incentives. But after a little over a year, it looks like prices will now be going up.

Matt Navarra, a Twitter Blue user, shared an email explaining that prices for the service will be going up immediately. The price will remain the same for those currently enrolled in Twitter Blue until October 2022. After that, the monthly price will increase by two dollars; while all new enrollments will see the new and higher pricing. Twitter will reach out one more time to current subscribers before the price hike. This should give users plenty of time to decide whether they want to continue the service. Unfortunately, increased prices for products and services are nothing new, with the trend likely to continue as the world recovers from the pandemic.

Twitter Blue $4.99

According to Twitter, Twitter Blue offers a next-level experience. The service features ad-free articles, a bookmark folder, custom app icons, themes, an undo tweet function, and more. Blue subscribers also gain early access to features that are still being tested. While these features will change over time, as of July 2022, the features include longer and higher resolution video uploads and NFT profile pictures. If this doesn’t like many valuable features, you aren’t alone.

Twitter does state in the email that the price increase will help it build out some of the features that users have been asking for. While it doesn’t detail what exactly is in the pipeline, this could finally mean that Twitter could get an edit button. But we won’t hold our breath. The email was sent out later in the day, so there could be many fresh opinions and reactions when people wake up and see this in the morning.

Source: Matt Navarra (Twitter)

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jeudi 28 juillet 2022

These are the best USB-C hubs you can buy in 2022

As laptops get thinner and lighter, one of the big sacrifices that’s often made is in the ports. Many premium laptops nowadays only include USB-C ports and not much more than that. While we agree that USB-C is the future, relying on USB Type, HDMI, Ethernet, and others is still a reality for many of us. That’s where USB-C hubs come into the frame, and we’ve rounded up the best ones to help you out.

USB hubs bring back some or all of the missing ports and allow you to connect a multitude of devices to your laptop. They give you back the versatility some laptops may be lacking, but they allow you to still travel light if you don’t need all those extra ports. If you want even more connectivity, you may also want to consider the best Thunderbolt docks you can buy right now. Those offer even higher speeds, but not every USB-C port supports Thunderbolt. The ones on this list will work with just about any laptop.

Satechi Multi-Port Adapter

With an Ethernet port

Satechi’s multi-port is a great USB Type-C hub that packs a number of ports and slots. It's made of aluminum, giving it a premium feel. You get microSD and SD card slots, three USB Type-A ports (capable of 5Gbps transfers), an HDMI port (supports 4K at 60Hz), Ethernet port, and a Type-C for power delivery.

Satechi Slim Multi-Port Adapter

4-in-1

If you don’t need all the ports present in Satechi’s other USB hub, this hub can probably entice you. The slim USB hub from Satechi is also made of aluminum, and comes with two Type-A ports, one Type-C port for power delivery, and one HDMI port.

Hiearcool USB-C Hub

Choose your colors

Having a bunch of ports is important, but so is style, and the Hiearcool USB-C hub gives you seven ports including a couple of USB Type-A ports, USB-C power delivery, HDMI, and more. It comes in a few colors to choose from, so you can get something that looks a bit more unique.

Anker 655 USB-C Hub

8-in-1

TheAnker PowerExpand USB-C Hub features a number of useful ports, including USB-C power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, a headphone jack, and even RJ45 Ethernet for wired internet access. It's got a fairly unique design compared to most other hubs, and it has a nice nylon cable built in so it feels really well built.

Totu 9-in-1 hub

For multiple displays

If you're planning to connect multiple displays to your laptop, this aluminum Totu Hub can be very useful. It packs two HDMI ports and a VGA port. The HDMI ports support up to 4K 30Hz output, whereas VGA supports up to 1080p. You can also get three USB 3.0 Type-A ports, an SD card slot, a microSD card slot, and a Type-C port for PD.

Anker PowerExpand+ 7-in-1

The budget pick

If you're looking for a decent Type-C hub with multiple ports and an affordable price-tag, this Anker hub is your friend. It has a good selection of ports and slots, like two Type-A 3.0 ports, a Type-C port for data transfer, a Type-C port for power delivery (up to 85W), an HDMI port, microSD card slot, and a SD card slot.

Baseus 17-in-1 USB-C Docking Station

Fully-loaded

With all the ports you could ever want, this Baseus USB-C hub is one of the best option to have at your desk. It has 17 ports, including three HDMI ports, five USB-A ports, three USB-C ports (one for power delivery), and Ethernet.

Plugable USB-C Triple 4K Display Docking Station

Top-tier dock

This Plugable dock is special because it supports three 4K displays at 60Hz, even on Apple M1 and M2 Macs. Plus, it has a ton of other ports, including power delivery to your phone and laptop, Ethernet, and more.

Cable Matters USB C Hub

PD and Ethernet

This compact Cable Matters USB C Hub comes with five ports to cover most basic needs, including a Type-C port for power delivery (up to 60W). The other four ports include Ethernet, two USB 2.0 Type-A ports, and HDMI with support for a 4K display at 60Hz.

Surface USB-C Travel Hub

Sleek and portable

This compact hub from Microsoft carries the modern disng language of the Surface line and gives you a solid supply of ports. It includes USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI, VGA, and gigabit Ethernet. However, it doesn't support passthrough charging.

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Anker 565 11-in-1 USB C Hub

11-in-1

Packing a total of 11 ports, the Anker PowerExpand+ is a very versatile hub. It includes HDMI, DisplayPort, three USB Type-A ports, two USB-C (one for 85W charging), a headphone jack, and SD and microSD card readers. It even has RJ45 Ethernet if want wired internet access.

Mokin USB-C Hub

Slim but versatile

This Mokin USB-C hub is extra compact and affordable, but it doesn't miss out on ports. You get one USB Type-C port for power delivery, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI, and microSD and SD card readers. It's very compact and affordable, so it's a no-brainer.

Belkin USB-C Hub

85W power delivery

This Belkin offering is similar to a lot of other USB Type-C hubs in this list, but Belkin is a reliable brand you may prefer. It packs two USB Type-A ports with up to 5Gbps data transfer speeds, an audio jack, HDMI port, Type-C port capable of delivering 85W power, and card slots.

Targus Multi-Port Hub

Basic and affordable

If you don’t want to spend too much on a USB-C hub and you only want USB ports, Targus may have something for you. This super affordable USB Type-C hub packs three Type-A ports as well as a Type-C port for up to 100W power delivery.

Anker PowerExpand 6-in-1

Slim and compact

The Anker PowerExpand USB-C Hub is one of the most compact multi-port hubs around. Despite its slim form factor, it packs two USB Type-A ports, Ethernet, HDMI, and two Type-C ports. One of the Type-C ports is meant for power delivery up to 65W.