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Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Debuts In India

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Debuts In India

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

The smartphone is expected to be priced from 22,999, positioning it as a competitive offering in its segment.

Redmi Note 15 Pro+ Brings 200MP Camera

Redmi Note 15 Pro+ Brings 200MP Camera

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Xiaomi has announced that its newest mid-tier smartphone, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+, is set to debut in India on January 29.

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under Rs 10,000: 2026 Buyer's Guide

Best 5G Mobile Phones Under Rs 10,000: 2026 Buyer's Guide

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Aggressive pricing by brands have made the 5g mobile phone affordable; you can get good options around Rs 10,000.

Govt makes Sanchar Saathi app mandatory on all new handsets

Govt makes Sanchar Saathi app mandatory on all new handsets

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

According to the direction dated November 28, all mobile phones that will be manufactured in India or imported after 90 days from the date of issuing of the order will need to have the app.

Review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

Review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

With versatile imaging and unmatched gaming experience, the Redmi Note 8 Pro has the makings of an all-round smartphone, says Khalid Anzar.

Xiaomi 5G smartphones dial Jio's network

Xiaomi 5G smartphones dial Jio's network

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Xiaomi India on Tuesday announced its partnership with Reliance Jio to offer the telco's 'True 5G' experience to its consumers. Smartphone models supporting the Standalone (SA) network have received a software update to work seamlessly on Reliance Jio's network, according to a statement. The enabled devices include Mi 11 Ultra 5G, Xiaomi 12 Pro 5G, Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G, Redmi Note 11T 5G, Redmi 11 Prime 5G, Redmi Note 10T 5G, Mi 11X 5G, Mi 11X Pro 5G, Redmi K50i 5G, Xiaomi 11i 5G and Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G.

Tesla Hits Indian Roads But Misses Mass Appeal

Tesla Hits Indian Roads But Misses Mass Appeal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Analysts believe Tesla will first focus on building the Model Y brand before expanding -- both in terms of volume and models.

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note phablet starting at Rs 8,999

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note phablet starting at Rs 8,999

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

The company is also looking to invest in Indian start-ups.

Bullish on 5G, Xiaomi to launch sub-Rs 15K phones

Bullish on 5G, Xiaomi to launch sub-Rs 15K phones

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Xiaomi will strengthen its product portfolio and launch 5G devices in the sub-Rs 15,000 segment as it looks to increase its market share in the segment. Xiaomi led the shipments in overall smartphone category in 2021 with a 24 per cent share, according to Counterpoint Research. However, in the 5G segment it is ranked fourth behind One Plus, Samsung, and Vivo, with a 13 per cent share.

Xiaomi's India play runs on social media warriors

Xiaomi's India play runs on social media warriors

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

From spreading updates about the brand and upcoming devices to creating personalised world-of-mouth goodwill for Xiaomi -- its online army of fans have swelled parallelly with Xiaomi's fortunes in the country.

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Xiaomi is the third largest smartphone brand in the top 30 cities in India.

Xiaomi buys 1,500 patents from Microsoft

Xiaomi buys 1,500 patents from Microsoft

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

Xiaomi will start pre-loading Microsoft Office and Skype on its phones starting September 2016, initially in China, with other markets including India to follow.

Xiaomi stores cover up with 'Made in India' banners

Xiaomi stores cover up with 'Made in India' banners

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Chinese handset maker Xiaomi has begun covering its retail store branding with white 'Made in India' logo amid fears of vandalism at outlets against the backdrop of Sino-India border tension, the All India Mobile Retailers Association said. The association had written to Chinese mobile brands to highlight the threat of vandalism at offline stores by people amid calls for boycotting Chinese products in certain sections.

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

The secret behind Xiaomi's success in India

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

The Chinese smartphone maker's focus on offline retail has helped it overtake Samsung in top 50 cities in India.

Xiaomi topples Samsung from India perch in Q3

Xiaomi topples Samsung from India perch in Q3

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Chinese handset maker Xiaomi overtook Samsung to become the top player in the Indian smartphone market in the December quarter, ending the Korean company's 6-year dominance, reports by Canalys and Counterpoint Research said.

Xiaomi violating High Court order, claims Ericsson

Xiaomi violating High Court order, claims Ericsson

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Ericsson claimed Xiaomi has violated HC order.

Xiaomi has big plans to overtake Samsung

Xiaomi has big plans to overtake Samsung

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

Starts second unit at Sri City, raises retail reach seven-fold; evaluating 2 new categories for 2017

India ban: Who will gain from Xiaomi's loss?

India ban: Who will gain from Xiaomi's loss?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

If the Delhi HC order stays effective, Xiaomi would lose the fastest growing smartphone market.

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Moto G4 Plus is a worthy consideration under the Rs 15,000 budget, but users looking for a better build quality and more processing power will do well to opt for either Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, or even the ZUK Z1, says Himanshu Juneja

Delhi high court stops sale of Xiaomi phones

Delhi high court stops sale of Xiaomi phones

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

Ericsson filed a case claiming Xiaomi has been violating eight of its patents.

Redmi Note 5 & Note 5 Pro: All that you need to know

Redmi Note 5 & Note 5 Pro: All that you need to know

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Xiaomi's next iteration of the loved and most sold Redmi Note 4 is here.

Smartphone war gets hotter, Xiaomi to unveil Mi4 in India soon

Smartphone war gets hotter, Xiaomi to unveil Mi4 in India soon

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

Chinese handset maker Xiaomi is expected to launch its latest 4G device Mi4 in the country later this month as it looks to strengthen its position in the booming Indian smartphone market.

Xiaomi Mi 3: Incredibly good value for money smartphone!

Xiaomi Mi 3: Incredibly good value for money smartphone!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Priced at Rs 13,999, the it comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB RAM.

Xiaomi to sell phones in stores to pep up India sales

Xiaomi to sell phones in stores to pep up India sales

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

The online strategy cuts down on marketing and distribution costs, allowing Xiaomi to sell feature-rich phones at low prices.

Xiaomi launches killer phones to take on iPhone 6

Xiaomi launches killer phones to take on iPhone 6

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

China's smartphone giant Xiaomi on Thursday launched its new flagship phones to rival iPhone 6 at virtually half the prices and vowed to expand its India operations, brushing aside the legal challenges it faced over patent issues.

Redmi Note: The pocket-friendly phablet

Redmi Note: The pocket-friendly phablet

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

Even with a dated OS, Xiaomi's first 4G compatible device is a performance beast.

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

Why Ashish Narsale is looking forward to its launch.

Xiaomi Mi 4i: Impresses, with a little tut-tutting

Xiaomi Mi 4i: Impresses, with a little tut-tutting

Rediff.com4 May 2015

Xiaomi Mi 4i is attractive but camera quality could have been better.

Is the Xiaomi Mi 3 worth Rs 14,000?

Is the Xiaomi Mi 3 worth Rs 14,000?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

What does the Mi 3 offer buyers at this price? A closer look at the phone that sold 95,000 units in six online flash sales.

Please Note: This Redmi is no pushover

Please Note: This Redmi is no pushover

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Xiaomi has ticked all the correct boxes with the Redmi Note 3. It should be on the list of probables for buyers with a sub Rs 15,000 budget.

Xiaomi to set up first R&D base in India

Xiaomi to set up first R&D base in India

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Handset maker Xiaomi will set up a research and development unit in Bangalore, its first such facility outside of China, as it looks to beef up presence in the booming Indian smartphone market.

Xiaomi launches iPhone killer Mi4 in India for Rs 19,999

Xiaomi launches iPhone killer Mi4 in India for Rs 19,999

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

The Xiaomi Mi4 has a 5-inch IPS display and is powered by a 2.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor and has 3GB RAM.

What were you thinking Moto?

What were you thinking Moto?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

If you haven't already bought the Xiaomi or the Asus, you may consider Moto's One Power for its notch display, better upgrades and battery-life.

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

It's a twin of Samsung Galaxy J6, launched only a couple of months ago.

Xiaomi's Redmi 2 Prime is its first 'Made in India' phone

Xiaomi's Redmi 2 Prime is its first 'Made in India' phone

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi Inc has tied up with Taiwan's Foxconn to start assembling phones in India.

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 review: Jack of all, master of none

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 review: Jack of all, master of none

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

The Mi Max 2 has a bit of many things, but fails to show perfection in any one department.

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Himanshu Juneja takes a closer look to find out what the phablet from Xiaomi is all about.

Is Redmi Note 3 better than Lenovo K4 Note?

Is Redmi Note 3 better than Lenovo K4 Note?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

By comparing seven important features of both the smartphones, Mohnish Borah finds out that the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 has some serious features to give Lenovo K4 Note a stiff competition in the Rs 12,000 price range.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S is an awesome phone for Rs 9k

Xiaomi Redmi 3S is an awesome phone for Rs 9k

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

The Redmi 3S boasts of a fantastic built quality, brilliant battery back up, and a pretty good display

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

If a phone under Rs 15,000 is what you're looking for, then this is among the best, says Khalid Anzar.