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Xiaomi 16 may finally get a periscope telephoto lens
3 Unique Chinese Smartphones You Missed in 2024
Joel Joseph
December 30, 2024
GIZMOCHINA DAILY
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Good morning, folks! ☀️ 2025 is almost here!
In today's news, we've got Xiaomi potentially joining the periscope club, Redmi's colorful launch plans, and a surprisingly affordable power solution.
Plus, there's some interesting insights about unique Chinese phones and why wireless charging isn't winning Asia over.
Here's what you'll find in today's tech roundup:
Xiaomi 16's potential camera upgrade
Redmi Turbo 4's design reveal
Xiaomi's new high-capacity power bank
Unique Chinese phone innovations
Asian wireless charging perspectives
More reads about Huawei's satellite tech, future chips, and gaming highlights
Read on for all the details!
Xiaomi may finally be ready to equip its flagship Xiaomi 16 with a coveted periscope telephoto lens. This long-awaited addition could significantly bolster the phone’s competitive edge, especially in the increasingly crowded premium smartphone market.
The news comes from popular tipster Smart Pikachu, who revealed that Xiaomi is currently exploring the integration of this camera tech into the upcoming device.
Read on to find out more.
 Redmi has officially confirmed that the Redmi Turbo 4 will debut in China on Jan. 2, 2025. It will debut as the world’s first phone powered by the Dimensity 8400 Ultra chipset. Ahead of the launch, the company has revealed the design of the smartphone. The Redmi Turbo 4’s rear camera module adopts a vertical 50-megapixel dual-camera setup with red accents. |  Xiaomi has launched its latest 20,000mAh 22.5W power bank with a built-in cable in the Chinese market. It is priced at 129 yuan ($18) and will be available for its first sale on January 2 at 10:00 AM. The power bank features a massive 20,000mAh battery capacity powered by two 10,000mAh lithium-ion cells. These cells deliver an effective rated capacity of 12,000mAh (5V/3A) and an energy rating of 74Wh. |
 China is known for pushing innovations in consumer electronics, especially in the smartphone segment. So as we near a new year, we’ve made a list of 3 Chinese smartphones that are quite unique. These phones are unique, either in the design department or even some cool new features. So let’s check them out. |  Wireless charging is one of those features that has often been marketed as a premium addition to smartphones. In markets like the U.S. and Europe, it’s a major convenience factor for users. Yet, in Asia—a region with diverse consumer priorities—wireless charging is far from a must-have feature. |
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