Xiaomi
Launches Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 8, Redmi 8, Redmi 8A in Nigeria
[Radisson
Blue, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Nigeria, 28th October2019] ––
Global technology leader Xiaomi today announced Redmi Note 8 Pro,
Redmi Note 8, Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A in Nigeria, following these
devices’ debut in China.Redmi
Note 8 Pro
As
the brand’s first-ever 64MP camera smartphone, Redmi Note 8 Pro
features a quad camera setup with a powerful LiquidCool system,
making it an ideal companion for photographers, gamers and anyone
seeking an accessible flagship-quality experience.
Capture
dazzling photos with the 64MP quad camera
Redmi
Note 8 Pro touts not just three, but four high quality shooters,
pioneering a new wave of quad camera smartphones. Its ultra-high
resolution 64MP primary camera captures stunning photos that can
print images up to 3.26 meters tall. It also uses 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super
Pixel to capture more light for bright night shots. Meanwhile, an 8MP
ultra-wide angle camera with a 120° field of view, a 2MP macro
camera and 2MP depth sensor come together to create Redmi’s most
versatile camera yet.
Better
yet, the 20MP front camera’s built-in AI technology lets users put
their best face forward through detailed portrait selfies, scene
detection and face unlock. Durable
build meets elegant design
Redmi
Note 8 Pro sports Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 on its front and back
to safeguard against accidental falls and general wear and tear. For
enhanced durability, the device also leverages IP52 splash-proof
technology, offering effective protection against rain and sweat. Equipped
with a large 6.53” FHD+ Dot Drop display and rear fingerprint
sensor, the device achieves a 91.4% screen-to-body ratio. The display
is also TÜV Rheinland certified, providing protection against blue
light and reducing the likeliness of visual fatigue. Redmi Note 8
Pro’s glossy frame and precise G3 curvature accomodate a
comfortable grip, while its three elegant color variants – Mineral
Grey, Pearl White and Forest Green – are sure to suit any
personality.
Optimal
performance for a best-in-class gaming experience
Redmi
Note 8 Pro is powered by the latest MediaTek Helio G90T processor, an
octa-core CPU clocked up to 2.05GHz for extended everyday use.
Meanwhile, the Arm Mali-G76 3EEMC4 GPU enables the ultimate gaming
experience, with a max frequency of 800MHz and AI power up to 1TMACs.
The device also features LiquidCool – the Redmi Note series’
first ever LiquidCool technology – to facilitate high-speed,
hassle-free gaming without overheating.
To
top it off, Redmi Note 8 Pro is equipped with an additional WiFi X
antenna for a more reliable internet connection, as well as 1217SLS
speakers and a Smart PA for improved gaming audio.
High
capacity 4500mAh battery ensures top-notch performance
Redmi
Note 8 Pro packs an impressive 4500 mAh battery – the Redmi Note
series highest power capacity to date. It’s also equipped with an
array of features including power saving mode
and intelligent brightness
adjustment to help users maximize battery capacity.
Moreover,
Redmi Note 8 Pro offers 18W Type-C fast charging, multifunctional
NFC, an IR blaster and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Price
and availability
Redmi
Note 8 Pro will come in Mineral Gray, Pearl White and Forest Green.
It will retail at N82,
999 for 6GB+64GB, N89,
999 for 6GB+128GB.
Starting
from November 4th, Redmi Note 8 Pro will be available from across the
phone stores nationwide.
Redmi
Note 8
Redmi
Note 8 is a photography powerhouse, sporting a quad camera setup on
the rear. Its 48MP ultra high-resolution primary camera features a
½-inch sensor with an f/1.79 aperture and 79.4° field of view.
Meanwhile, its 8MP ultra-wide camera with 120° field of view, 2MP
macro lens, and 2MP depth sensor join forces to capture stunning
images at any distance.
On
the front, Redmi Note 8 boasts a 13MP selfie camera with an f/2.0
aperture and built-in AI technology that helps users take a perfect
selfie, every time. The front camera also includes a panorama selfie
feature -- a first for the Redmi Note series -- that can capture
group images without cropping anyone out.
Durability
meets comfort
Equipped
with a 6.3” Dot Drop Display with 2.5D curved glass design, Redmi
Note 8 offers an incredibly immersive FHD+ visual experience that
achieves an impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio. The TÜV
Rheinland-certified display offers a comfortable viewing experience
by filtering out blue light and helping protect users from prolonged
eye strain.
Users
can expect upgraded durability as the devices also tout Corning®
Gorilla® Glass 5 protection -- front and back -- safeguarding
against accidental falls and general wear and tear. Besides, Redmi
Note 8 is also covered in a special nano-coating to make the device
splash-resistant.
Redmi
Note 8 is available in Space Black, Neptune Blue, and Moonlight
White.
Performance
shines through with a powerful chipset and high-capacity battery
Redmi
Note 8 runs on the powerful Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 665 chipset. The
chipset enhances overall user experience through its advanced AI
technology, and improvements in power-efficiency ensure peak
performance that will last all day.
In
addition, Redmi Note 8 boasts high-capacity 4,000mAh battery and
offers up to 18W charging over USB Type-C. The unique self-cleaning
speaker function also expels dust and debris through low-frequency
sonic pulses -- another testament to Xiaomi’s dedication towards
providing high-quality products.
Redmi
Note 8 will be available in 3GB + 32GB, 4GB + 64GB, and 4GB + 128GB
starting at N57, 999.
Redmi
8 and Redmi 8A
With
a 6.22-inch (15.8cm) HD+ Dot Drop display, Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A
feature an aspect ratio of 19:9, promising an immersive experience
and overall ergonomics. Wrapped in glass-like materials, Redmi 8
provides a premium hands-on feel with a polished and glossy surface,
while Redmi 8A comes in a fine, textured matt finish with excellent
grip and at the same time, reducing fingerprint residues to a
minimum.
With
a 5000mAh high-capacity two-day battery, both Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A
come with support for 18W fast charging support on the Type-C port
(10W fast charger inside the box), and Qualcomm®
Snapdragon™ 439 octa-core chipset as processor. Each model offers a
2+1 dual SIM slot with dedicated microSD card support that allows
storage expansion up to 512GB.
Redmi
8 and Redmi 8A both feature a 12MP camera, perfect for day-to-day
snapshots. Redmi 8 also comes with a secondary 2MP camera – the
dual camera setup offers depth sensing better portrait photos. On the
front, both devices sport an 8MP selfie camera and both the front and
rear cameras are capable of taking AI Portrait mode shots.
Xiaomi’s
relentless focus on quality means that Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A comes
protected with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, while its nano-coating
makes the smartphone splash resistant. These two devices also retain
the popular feature which allows users to playback FM radio without
the need of connecting their earphones. Redmi 8 even offers a
convenient IR blaster for remote controlling compatible household
electronics.
Redmi
8 and Redmi 8A will be available in Nigeria
all phone stores nationwide from November 4th.
Redmi
8 comes in Onxy Black, Ruby Red and Sapphire Blue. The 3GB+32GB
variant and 4GB+64GB variant will be priced at
N44,800 and N47,900 respectively.
Redmi
8A will be available in Midnight Black, Sunset Red and Ocean Blue and
will be available for N36,
500.
