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Apple Music is bringing Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and Lossless Audio this June 2021

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Apple has just announced that Apple Music will be getting a lot of new features including Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio to its entire catalog without additional cost.

With Spatial Audio with support for Dolby Atmos to Apple Music, you’ll have a more immersive audio experience in where you can experience better audio on all AirPods and Beats headphones with an H1 or W1 chip. But of course, you can also experience it on the built-in speakers in the latest versions of iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Lossless Audio will also be available on Apple Music and you’ll be able to enjoy better audio with its 75 million songs. Apple uses ALAC or Apple Lossless Audio Codec in where it preserves every single bit of the audio file.

You can start listening to Lossless Audio by just going to settings > music > audio quality and choose Lossless audio. Apple Music’s Lossless tier starts at CD quality in where you can get it at 16 bit at 44.1 kHz and it can go up to 24 bit at 48kHz. But of course, they’ll also offer Hi-Resolution Lossless all the way up to 24 bit at 192 kHz.

5 reasons why I love playing games on the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

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The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is one of the latest mid-range smartphones of Samsung and it’s the successor of the widely successful Samsung Galaxy A51. This time, we got a lot of new features, including a brand new processor inside and 5G. But how does the smartphone fare in our gaming experience? What are the things that I love with the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G when it comes to gaming?

Reason #1: Ultrafast 5G

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is one of the few mid-range smartphones to come with 5G connectivity. With this feature, you can get ultra-fast internet speed to download games and updates on the smartphone. But the more important thing for me with 5G is that I can get better latency when playing games. This means my smartphone can have faster and better pings than 4G and WiFi, so fewer lags and faster response times are essential to MOBA and FPS games.

Reason #2: 120Hz display is a gamechanger in gaming

One of the biggest advantages of the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G over other smartphones is that it comes with a high refresh rate with its 6.5-inch Super AMOLED Full HD+ display. Usually, smartphones in the midrange segment either use a 90Hz panel or an IPS panel.

The 120Hz refresh rate gives a smoother and more responsive display perfect for games like Call of Duty: Mobile. This means that every touch on the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G’s display would respond faster than other smartphones. Other games that support 120Hz include Ceres M and also Lara Croft Go. Once you play these games on the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, you will feel how smooth the display is.

In addition, with the Super AMOLED display of the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, not only do you get a faster refresh rate but you also get better and more vivid colors.

Reason #3: There’s a faster processor inside made for gaming

Unlike the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the Galaxy A72, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses a different and more powerful processor. Inside the device is a Snapdragon 750G Octa-Core processor and it’s a big leap from its predecessor. In our benchmark with Antutu, I was able to get a score of 390,060, which is pretty great.

As for the gaming experience, I was able to run various heavy games on the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G. Playing Mobile Legends: Bang Bang on the smartphone was fun, smooth, and lag-free. I also ran Mobile Legends with High graphics and with HFR mode on and everything was seamless and smooth.

I was able to play Call of Duty Mobile too, with high graphic settings and max frame rates. The gameplay was smooth even after 2 games of Battle Royale. There were no frame drops when while playing the game and the touchscreen was responsive which is why I can shoot faster and more accurately.

Genshin Impact is one of the most demanding smartphone games out there in the market and playing the game on the smartphone was fine. I’ve set the game to the lowest graphics settings with a maximum of 60 fps. I’ve noticed the frame rates were fluctuating but I was surprised that the game played out smooth most of the time.

I was actually surprised that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G chip inside this smartphone is really good in terms of gaming.

Reason #4: Long-lasting battery

One of the great things about the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is its large 4500mAh battery. It is large enough to play games for hours.

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G combines the efficiency of the Snapdragon 750G 5G processor and the optimization of the One UI which gives an all-day battery experience. The smartphone also comes with a 25W Super Fast Charging in case it runs out of battery after a day of gaming.

Reason #5: Large memory for more games

These days, mobile games are getting bigger due to the capabilities of the smartphone. But I didn’t have a problem with the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G since it comes with 256GB of internal storage. It means that even if I install a lot of games on the smartphone, I would still have a lot of memory left for my games.

Overall, it’s great for gaming

The cool thing about the games that I’ve played on the smartphone is that I’ve downloaded them all via 5G. I was able to download Genshin Impact in less than 5 minutes and the latency that I was getting on PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty were great.

Aside from that, it also has a 120Hz refresh rate on the Super AMOLED display. It not only has smooth gameplay but the colors are vivid. This also makes it really easy to notice the opponents in some of the FPS games. Lastly, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G processor is a really good chip as it not only offers pretty good performance, it also has good thermals too. Laying on the smartphone for a long time won’t really be a problem.

Whether you want a smartphone that you can use for your daily media consumption or for gaming, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G can satisfy both needs.

The Galaxy A52 5G is available at the Samsung Online Store and Authorized Stores nationwide for PHP 23,990 SRP. For more information, visit www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-a/.

XTREME has an appliance for every mom, price starts at Php995

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Every mom has different needs and preferences, but when it comes to gifts, there’s something they all love getting from their loved ones: a home appliance that matches their house goals.

XTREME Appliances knows this very well, which is why it proudly announced that there is a perfect XTREME appliance for every kind of mother. To make this more exciting, consumers can get their wide range of amazing products for as low as Php995.

FOR SINGLE MOMS

We all know the hassle of juggling multiple tasks at once. This is one of the main reasons why independent moms need to have an appliance that can make their daily routine a lot bearable and more comfortable.

  • XTREME Cool Combo Washer & Dryer – Php44,995
  • 6.0L XTREME Home Dishwasher – Php15,995
  • 20L XTREME Home Full Touch Microwave Oven – Php3,995
  • 1.0L XTREME Home Multi-cooker – Php2,495
FOR MODERN MOMS

Modern moms are the coolest! They always look for several ways to bond with their loved ones, including finding the best home appliances that offer both convenience and affordability. With these products, they can confidently do household chores with their children.

  • 50-inch XTREME Android TV – Php27,795
  • 1.0HP XTREME Cool Window Type Inverter Aircon – Php25,800
  • 50CM XTREME Home Gas Range – Php9,995
  • 6L XTREME Home Electric Pressure Cooker – Php3,895
FOR CAREER MOMS

It’s not easy to have the perfect work-life balance, most especially when you are a mom. So, why not treat them with an appliance that can be useful in every kind of challenge and pressure?

  • 40L XTREME Home Blue Convection Oven – Php8,995
  • 3.5L XTREME Home Digital Air Fryer – Php2,995
  • 1.50L XTREME Home Blender – Php1,695
  • XTREME Home “The Silencer” Electric Fan – Php2,995
FOR FIRST-TIME MOMS

Meanwhile, help first-time moms to adjust and adapt to their new roles by giving them appliances that can accompany them with their new big role.

  • 1.0HP XTREME Home Split Type Inverter Aircon – Php26,800
  • 1.8CU.FT XTREME Cool Personal Refrigerator – Php5,495
  • XTREME X-Series Bottom Load Water Dispenser – Php6,995
  • 1.7L XTREME Home Electric Kettle – Php995
  • Top Load Fully Automatic Washing Machine – Php9,995

Interested? Head to XTREME Appliances’ official website, social media pages, and online stores to find more cool products for the lovely moms out there.

GIGABYTE Release the Latest M30 Series PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD

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GIGABYTE Technology, one of the top global manufacturers of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, announces today the latest NVMe M.2 SSD with PCIe 3.0 x4 interface, which offers two capacity options of 1 TB and 512 GB. To enhance heat dissipation and stability, GIGABYTE first introduces the leading 2x copper PCB into the M30 series SSD for the performance boost under low temperature and durability. In addition, the M30 series SSD continues the Ultra DurableTM technology based on GIGABYTE’s commitment and persistence in product quality to become the best choice of stable and high performance SSD for users.

From the cost performance perspective, PCIe 3.0 SSD still stays in the mainstream even though PCIe 4.0 SSD has hit the market for a while. GIGABYTE M30 series SSD support 3500 MB/s read speed by NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 interface with 2280 M.2 socket, which NVMe architecture offers 6 times higher read/write speed than traditional SATA SSD.

Enhanced by the exclusive 2x copper PCB, The M30 series SSD can dissipate the heat more efficiently to lower the temperature up to 15℃ than general SSD while further unleash its extreme performance. The special designed M.2 heatsink on GIGABYTE motherboards also optimizes thermal dissipation.

Compared to the complexity of power and cables arrangement on traditional 2.5 inch SATA SSD, GIGABYTE M30 series SSDs provide a much easier set up without any external wiring, which can effectively manage the airflow configuration in the chassis to efficiently control the system temperature. Enhanced by the features of high performance, excellent heat dissipation, stability, and easy installation, M30 series SSDs provide the best choice to users who plan to upgrade from 2.5 inch SATA SSD to NVMe M.2 SSD with fewer budgets.

In order to provide more stable and ultimate accessing performance, GIGABYTE verifies M30 series SSDs with all series of different chipsets motherboards by various high loading test programs, as well as various simulation test of high temperature and high pressure environment to ensure each SSD can pass the most severe test for the best quality and durability.

“Compared with 2.5 inch SATA interface SSDs, PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 products have the advantages of small size, and high performance. The competitive price also makes it a better option for those who prefer higher storage performance with limited budget than PCIe 4.0 models.” said Jackson Hsu, Director of the GIGABYTE Channel Solutions Product Development Division. “GIGABYTE’s SSD products have earned its reputation on the premium performance and top quality for years. GIGABYTE M30 series SSD is designed based on this reputation and innovatively adopt renowned 2x copper PCB from motherboard lineups to provide optimized performance and stability. Enhanced by GIGABYTE’s commitment of superior quality, this SSD with two capacity options of 1 TB and 512 GB perfectly meet the needs of high performance, low heat, ultra-durability, and stability from users”

 

GIGABYTE PCIe M30 series SSD provide 5 years warranty, and will be soon available in the market. For more information please visit GIGABYTE official website:

https://www.gigabyte.com/Solid-State-Drive/GIGABYTE-M30-SSD-1TB#kf

You can now pre-order the vivo X60 in the Philippines

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The vivo X60 is now available for pre-order in the Philippines and the smartphone sets another milestone as the smartphone’s camera is co-engineered with Zeiss, their first product under their partnership and it will provide you a high-quality camera with features including OIS, HDR Super Night Portrait, and Pro Sports mode.

vivo X60 Specs

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor
  • 6.56-inch Full HD+ AMOLED 120Hz display
  • 12GB RAM
  • 256GB Internal Storage
  • 48MP Main + 13MP telephoto+ 13 MP Ultra wide Camera
  • 32MP Selfie Camera
  • 5G, LTE
  • In-Display fingerprint scanner
  • 33W Flash Charge
  • 4300mAh battery
  • Funtouch OS 11.1 based on Android 11

You can pre-order the vivo X60 from May 15 to May 21 and you can claim the device from May 22 and onwards. Those who will pre-order needs to pay Php500 down payment which will be deducted from the retail price of the smartphone. You only need a valid government-issued identification and receipt of the downpayment.

 

Infinix NOTE 10 series to arrive in the Philippines in July

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Infinix has officially launched its newest NOTE 10 series, including the NOTE 10, NOTE 10 Pro, and NOTE 10 Pro (NFC).

The mobile brand has loaded the devices with trendy technologies that can provide users with impressive features and powerful performance. The handsets also showcase a stunning design, making them three of the most attractive Infinix smartphones to date.

INFINIX NOTE 10

The Infinix NOTE 10 comes with a huge 6.95-inch screen with an FHD+ display. Users will also enjoy streaming movies or playing games with heavy graphics, as it sports a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touching sampling rate.

Under the hood, the device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G85 processor, paired with an ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU clocked at 1GHz. It is also coupled with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage, making sure that it can handle heavy mobile tasks.

Consumers can also expect that it can deliver great camera performance, as it is equipped with a 48MP main camera, 2MP portrait lens, and 2MP macro shooter. For selfies, it has a 16MP snapper.

To keep the device running, Infinix geared it a whopping 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging.

Infinix NOTE 10 key specs:

  • 6.95-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2460) display
  • 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touching sampling rate
  • TÜV Rheinland Certified
  • Android 11, XOS 7.6
  • MediaTek Helio G85 processor, Mali-G52 MC2 GPU
  • 6GB RAM
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 48MP main camera + 2MP portrait lens + 2MP macro lens
  • 16MP selfie camera
  • Dual-SIM, 4G LTE
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth
  • Fingerprint scanner (side)
  • Dual Speakers with DTS
  • 3.5mm audio jack
  • USB Type-C
  • 5,000mAh battery w/ 18W fast charging
  • Colors: 95° Black, 7° Purple, Emerald Green

INFINIX NOTE 10 PRO & INFINIX NOTE 10 PRO (NFC)

These two devices share the same specs, but as the name suggests, the latter variant comes with an NFC feature.

Inside, Infinix loaded these handsets with an Helio G95 processor, paired with ARM Mali-G76 MC4 GPU with speeds that boost to 900MHz. There will be no problem running the most demanding tasks, as well, as it is armed with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

The pro variants come with a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide lens, 2MP B&W shooter, and a 2MP portrait lens. For selfies, it has the same 16MP snapper.

It also has a large 5,000mAh battery, but it sports a more impressive 33W fast charging technology.

Infinix NOTE 10 Pro key specs:

  • 6.95-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2460) display
  • 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touching sampling rate
  • TÜV Rheinland Certified
  • Android 11, XOS 7.6
  • MediaTek Helio G95 processor, ARM Mali-G76 MC4 GPU
  • 8GB RAM
  • 256GB internal storage
  • 64MP main camera + 8MP ultrawide lens + 2MP B&W shooter + 2MP portrait lens
  • 16MP selfie camera
  • Dual-SIM, 4G LTE
  • WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
  • Bluetooth
  • Fingerprint scanner (side)
  • NFC (NFC model)
  • Dual Speakers with DTS
  • 3.5mm audio jack
  • USB Type-C
  • 5,000mAh battery w/ 33W fast charging
  • Colors: 95° Black, 7° Purple, Nordic Secret

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The Infinix NOTE 10 Pro will be priced starting at $259 (~Php12.4K), while the NOTE 10 will retail for $199 (~Php9.5K). The series will be available in May, but it is expected to arrive in the Philippines in July.

Meanwhile, Infinix explained that prices may vary from region to region.

So, are you excited about the Infinix NOTE 10 series? Let us know what you think in the comment section below!

ASUS Zenfone 8 Series is coming to the Philippines, pre-orders begin today!

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ASUS Philippines has officially announced that the Zenfone 8 series will land in the Philippines which marks its return to the Philippine shores. The ASUS Zenfone 8 series comes with a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor inside and both smartphones come Samsung AMOLED displays with Delta-E<1 color accuracy with the Zenfone 8 featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and the Flip featuring 90Hz refresh rate.

The Zenfone 8 features a 5.9-inch display which makes it a very handy and portable flagship smartphone while the Zenfone 8 Flip features a triple-lens that you can flip up so you can also use it as a front-facing camera.

ASUS Zenfone 8 Specs

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Chipset
  • 5.9″ Samsung AMOLED Full HD+ Display, 120Hz refresh rate, 112% DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass Victus
  • 8GB/16GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • 12GB UFS 3.1, 256GB UFS 3.1, 64GB UFS 2.1
  • 64MP IMX 686 sensor + 12MP ultra wide camera
  • 12MP front-facing camera
  • Quick Charging 4.0 and PD Charging
  • 4000mAh battery
  • Android 11 with ZenUI 8

ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip Specs

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Chipset
  • 6.67″ Samsung All-Screen AMOLED Full HD+ Display, 90Hz refresh rate, 110% DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass 6
  • 8GB
  • 12GB UFS 3.1, 256GB UFS 3.1
  • 64MP IMX 686 sensor + 12MP ultra wide camera + 8MP telephoto camera
  • Quick Charging 4.0 and PD Charging
  • 5000mAh battery
  • Android 11 with ZenUI 8

As for the pricing, the ASUS Zenfone 8 will start at Php34,995 for the 8GB/128GB variant while the 16GB/256GB is priced at Php39,995. It will be available this May 2021. The ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip will be available only in 8GB/256GB for Php39,995 and it will be available this June 2021.

You can pre-order the ASUS Zenfone 8 starting today until May 25, 2021 while the ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip pre-order will last until June 10, 2021. For those who’ll pre-order, it will come with a free Rhinoshield Solidsuit and JBL Go 3

Save up to Php43,860 with Samsung Digital Appliances Cool Summer Bundles Sale

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Summer is finally here, and it’s getting hotter each day. Good thing, Samsung revealed its secrets to staying cool and refreshed at home. And through their summer essentials, the Korean tech giant enables users to beat the heat without going outdoors.

SAMSUNG SMART CONVERSION REFRIGERATOR

Want to store your favorite flavored yogurt and enjoy it at your most convenient time?
Samsung equipped its newest refrigerator with a Power Freeze feature that allows the compressor to run at its maximum capacity and enables the freezer compartment to reach its maximum allowable temperature faster.

It also has extra storage to provide easy access to all kinds of refreshments.

SAMSUNG BOTTOM MOUNT FREEZER

Wondering how can you have homemade ice cream? Why not try the Samsung Bottom Mount Freezer?

It has a Smart Sensor feature that provides five sensors to monitor the temperature in the kitchen and inside the freezer, making sure that your ice cream, as well as other food, are well kept.

SAMSUNG FAMILY HUB

Want to have a more convenient kitchen experience?

With the new Samsung Family Hub, you no longer have to spend too much time searching for ingredients, as it sports a View Inside feature. With this feature, you can easily see what’s inside the refrigerator by simply swiping down the appliance’s home screen or through navigating the SmartThings app.

It can also provide you with the best menu recommendations based on the ingredients you have inside the refrigerator through its Recipes and Meal Planner feature.

Interesting, isn’t it?

To treat you, Samsung announced its Digital Appliances Cool Summer Bundles Sale promo, wherein you can save up to Php43,860 when you get bundled items or score up to 30% off on individual appliances.

  • 12.9 Cu. Ft. Top Mount + 32L Microwave for only Php35,290 (save Php7,200)
  • 16.0 Cu. Ft. Top Mount + 7.5 kg Topload Fully Automatic Inverter for only Php54,110 (save Php11,880)
  • 15.0 Bottom Mount Freezer + 32L Smart Oven for only Php53,810 (save Php12,180)
  • 23.2 Cu. Ft. Family Hub + 12.0 kg Topload Fully Automatic Inverter for only Php160,130 (save Php43,860)

Grab your chance to enjoy this amazing promo, which is running until June 30, 2021. You can also check this link to see other participating products.

ASUS Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip Now Official!

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Both the ASUS Zenfone 8 and the Zenfone 8 Flip are now official and these are two latest flagship smartphones from the company and they feature some unique and interesting features with the ASUS Zenfone 8 pegged as the portable flagship smartphone while the Zenfone 8 Flip is just like predecessor in where we got a flippable camera.

ASUS Zenfone 8 Specs

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Chipset
  • 5.9″ Samsung AMOLED Full HD+ Display, 120Hz refresh rate, 112% DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass Victus
  • 8GB/16GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • 12GB UFS 3.1, 256GB UFS 3.1, 64GB UFS 2.1
  • 64MP IMX 686 sensor + 12MP ultra wide camera
  • 12MP front-facing camera
  • Quick Charging 4.0 and PD Charging
  • 4000mAh battery
  • Android 11 with ZenUI 8

ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip Specs

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Chipset
  • 6.67″ Samsung All-Screen AMOLED Full HD+ Display, 90Hz refresh rate, 110% DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass 6
  • 8GB
  • 12GB UFS 3.1, 256GB UFS 3.1
  • 64MP IMX 686 sensor + 12MP ultra wide camera + 8MP telephoto camera
  • Quick Charging 4.0 and PD Charging
  • 5000mAh battery
  • Android 11 with ZenUI 8

The ASUS Zenfone 8 is a portable flagship smartphone with a 5.9-inch display but it comes with a 120Hz refresh rate. Surprisingly, despite the smartphone being small, it still comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack which makes the smartphone one of the few to have this feature.

ASUS is also proud of their two-layered PCB with interposer which gives them more space for the smartphone, hence, giving them a smaller footprint for the smartphone. As for the Zenfone 8 Flip, it has a lot of similarities from the previous generation but it will now come with an updated processor and camera. And of course, you can still use the flippable camera of the smartphone as a selfie camera which is great for vloggers and content creators.

The ASUS Zenfone 8 will start at 599 euros while the Zenfone 8 Flip will start at 799 euros.

Xiaomi drops the price of Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C

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Xiaomi wants more people to afford its budget yet powerful smartphones — the Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C.

Originally priced at just Php4,690, consumers can now score the Redmi 9A and enjoy its fantastic features at a lower cost.

The device has an immersive 6.53-inch Dot Drop display, a large 5,000mAh battery, and is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 processor. These jam-packed offerings make sure that users will enjoy an impressive experience when watching or streaming videos, playing games, or even when using it for other productivity tasks.

Its photography department offers a 13-megapixel main shooter and a 5-megapixel selfie snapper.

The Redmi 9C, on the other hand, shares the same display and battery capacity as the Redmi 9A. However, it is packed with a more powerful Mediatek Helio G35 octa-core processor for a better mobile experience.

It is also equipped with a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 13-megapixel main camera, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor.

The Redmi 9C initially had a starting price of only Php5,290.

LATEST PRICING OF THE REDMI 9A AND REDMI 9C
  • Redmi 9A (2GB/32GB) – Php4,490 (from Php4,690)
  • Redmi 9C (2GB/32GB) – Php4,990 (from Php5,290)
  • Redmi 9C (3GB/64GB) – Php5,690 (from Php5,990)

The Redmi 9A and Redmi 9C are available in Authorized Mi Stores and official retailers nationwide.

So, are you getting one? Let us know what you think in the comment section below!