The Note 12 Pro Plus 5G looks to be a tempting budget-focused smartphone that could compete with similarly-priced smartphones like Samsung’s Galaxy A34 not only in terms of display and battery life but camera performance with its high-res 200MP snapper, however, software remains a concern with odd UI quirks and plenty of bloatware. Long battery […]
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G looks to fix some of the big complaints with its predecessor while still offering a high-quality display experience, a stylish design and the promise of long battery life from a 5000mAh cell, though the usual software hangups remain. 50MP flagship-level cameraThe Sony IMX766 sensor used in the 50MP […]
While I’m not quite ready to deliver my final thoughts, my first impressions of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 5G are largely positive, with a great 120Hz AMOLED display and the same 5000mAh battery found in some flagships. Performance isn’t that great with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, and despite a high-res 48MP camera, initial […]
Verdict Compact dimensions and flagship-grade internals make the Xiaomi 12 a rare breed. Its combination of performance, image quality, premium design and capable cameras would normally be reserved for larger handsets, but there are no such compromises here for those who prefer a more palm-friendly phone. It just lacks a few features – a telephoto […]
Verdict The Xiaomi 13 manages to find a unique niche in the Android phone world, offering all the power available in a more compact shell. It’s not a small phone, but it feels comfier to grip than a lot of competition. Add in a good camera and a bright screen and you have got a […]
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S is a budget smartphone that doesn’t have many strong points, but which also doesn’t display many glaring weaknesses. With an AMOLED display, great battery life and decent performance it makes a good first impression. But with no high refresh rate display, only average cameras and a confusing software skin, it […]
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is big, powerful and ready to entertain, but some 2022 design downgrades, overheating issues and an over-reliance on an impressive-sounding-but-not-quite-killer 200-megapixel camera mean it’s not the best buy at £700. However, there’s still a lot to like here if you find the phone selling for less – deep discounts aren’t exactly […]
Big, powerful and equipped with an OLED screen bright enough to shrug off the sun, the Xiaomi 12T is a versatile phone for content guzzlers. But it’s disappointing to see limited progress and some downgrades from Xiaomi’s last model. Pros 120W fast charging Bright, sharper-than-average screen High-performance processor Cons Weak secondary cameras Not as well […]
The Xiaomi Book S is a 2-in-1 laptop with a lot of potential. The sleek design and optional keyboard make it easy to use, but the performance underwhelms during productivity tasks and it doesn’t work well as a standalone tablet, which makes it hard to recommend. Pros Sleek design Great screen for watching media Keyboard […]
Verdict The Xiaomi 12 Pro delivers brilliant performance in the areas it matters most, including the camera, the processor, the screen, and the battery. However the lack of an IP rating, the divisive user interface, and mostly importantly the mediocre battery life do let it down. Pros Excellent performance standards Great screen Strong, versatile camera […]
