Xiaomi India launches Redmi 9A – Desh Ka Smartphone!
Features a 20:9 HD+ IPS LCD display and a 5000mAh enhanced two-day battery.
Redmi also launches Hi-Res Redmi Earphones as part of its Phone Plus strategy.
Mi India, India’s number one smartphone and smart TV brand, today announced the latest Redmi 9A as a part of their bestselling Redmi A series of smartphones. Redmi 9A carries forward the legacy established by all the Redmi A series of smartphones of being one of the most accessible smartphones, enabling millions of Indians to experience the latest tech without breaking the bank.
Redmi A series is one of the most successful series of smartphones in India and worldwide. Redmi A series of smartphones have always been consistently a part of top 5 sold devices in India every quarter since Q32017 to Q12020 as per IDC India Monthly Smartphone Tracker May 2020. Some of Redmi A series phones, Redmi 5A and Redmi 6A were the #1 smartphones globally as per Canalys Smartphone Analysis – Q3 2018 (November 2018 release) and Canalys Smartphone Analysis – Q1 2019 (May 2019 release). Redmi 8A Dual was the #1 shipped device nationally in Q2 2020, as per IDC Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, June 2020.
Redmi 8 series, which included Redmi 8, Redmi 8A and Redmi 8A Dual has shipped more than 25 million units globally*, a testament to the success of the Redmi and Redmi A series of smartphones.
Sneha Tainwala, Redmi Business Lead, Mi India, said,
“Redmi’s A series of smartphones have always aimed to bring quality smartphone experience to first-time smartphone buyers. Redmi 9A aims to uphold the legacy set by its predecessors and does so by bringing a high-quality media experience with the HD+ LCD IPS display with a dot-notch. This is a major upgrade over competition devices in the price segment. While most of the competition devices in this price segment come with either TFT screen or 18:9 aspect ratio, we are bringing the latest and best 20:9 LCD display with dot-notch.
She added,
“The 5000mAh enhanced two days battery has been developed to ensure years of usage with reduced depreciation in the battery health. Redmi 9A also comes with ELB (Enhanced Lifespan Battery) technology that ensures that the battery will last for 2.5-3 years. Redmi 9A features the MediaTek Helio G25 chipset along with optimised software allowing for seamless smartphone experience.”
Table of Contents
Redmi 9A: Desh Ka Entertainer
Display
Redmi 9A features a 16.5cm(6.53) HD+ IPS LCD display with a 20:9 aspect ratio as compared to TFT screen panels with 18:9 aspect ratio which is present on smartphones in this segment. It also comes with TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification allowing better visibility in reading mode.
Performance
Redmi 9A sports the octa-core MediaTek Helio G25 chipset clocked at 2.0 GHz which handles day-to-day tasks and multi-tasking with ease. It is available in two variants, 2GB+32GB and 3GB+32GB with a 2+1 dual SIM slot and dedicated microSD card slot allowing expansion up to 512GB.
Battery:
Redmi 9A is powered by a 5000mAh Enhanced two-day battery providing a longer lifespan as compared to a regular battery. Redmi 9A comes with ELB (Enhanced Battery Lifespan) that will ensure that the battery will last for 2.5-3 years as compared to regular batteries which are rated to last a maximum of 2 years.
Camera
Redmi 9A comes with a 13MP AI camera on the rear with features such as AI Portrait mode, AI scene detection. The camera software has been optimised to bring features like document scanner and kaleidoscope. It comes with a 5MP AI selfie camera with AI portrait mode and helps with AI face unlock.
Redmi Earphones
As a part of its Phone Plus strategy, Redmi has also launched the in-ear Redmi Earphones. Certified by Hi-Res Audio, they aim to provide a more natural and realistic listening experience. The 10mm sound drivers bring dynamic bass, clear vocals and refined treble. Redmi Earphones also feature an in-line mic to facilitate hands-free calling. The multi-function button enables call and music control from the earphones. Redmi Earphones are crafted from high-quality precision aluminium alloy and come with silicone earplugs. They are based on the 3.5mm standard and feature a 1.25m long cable.
Availability
Redmi 9A will be available in three colour variants, Nature Green, Sea Blue, Midnight Black in 2GB + 32GB and 3GB + 32GB storage variants for INR 6799 and INR 7499 respectively across mi.com, Amazon India, Mi Homes and Mi Studios starting 4th September 2020.
Redmi Earphones will be available in Black, Blue and Red starting for INR XX across mi.com, Amazon India, Flipkart, Mi homes and Mi Studios for INR 399 starting 7th September 2020.
Redmi 9A Quick Specs:
Display
16.5cm (6.53) HD+ display
LCD Display
400 nit (typ) brightness
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification
Rear Camera
13MP main camera
AI Portrait mode
Document Scanner
Kaleidoscope
Front Camera
5MP front camera
AI Portrait mode
Dimensions
164.9 x 77.07 x 9.0mm
Processor
MediaTek Helio G25
12nm process technology
Octa-core CPU, up to 2.0 GHz
Weight
194g
Security
AI Face Unlock
Battery
5000mAh (typ) battery
10W in-box charger
ELB (Enhanced Lifespan Battery) technology
2.5-3 years of lifespan vs. regular 2 years lifespan
Network
Dual 4G standby
Connectivity
Micro USB
3.5mm headphone jack
Bluetooth 5.0
Operating System
MIUI 12 based on Android 10
Variants
2GB+32GB, 3GB+32GB
Expandable storage up to 512GB (dedicated slot)
Available Colours
Nature Green, Sea Blue, Midnight Black
Redmi Earphones Quick Specs:
Driver
10mm
Hi-Res certified
Weight
13g
Cable
Y-type
1.25m
Microphone
In-line
Control
Single-button control
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