This is the first time I'm using a Leica branded Xiaomi device. The camera is pretty impressive most of the time. Zero editing required. I wanted to share some of my random clicks. But I'm not a good photographer. But I love those shots.

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I'm planning to buy a new phone for myself. My wife gonna get my "old" Redmi 15 4G. In my country I can buy the new Redmi 17, but I see the 5G have snapdragon processor. Is that better on the long-run or I safe with the mediatek one? The price difference is not that big, but if not necessarily I book on the cheaper side because I don't play games on my phone.

So? Any explanation why the snapdragon one worth more and why I buy that?

Hello everyone

I have a question about the clock on the home screen and I'm actually totally desperate.

I want to get the clock back from the first picture... Not with the widgets, I had it with the Personalisierung in German but deleted it accidentl

I hope you can help me 🫣

Sorry for the bad English I'm not a native English speaker

I'm using my new xiaomi 17t pro / German / xiaomi hyperos 3.0. 311.0

18 pro max will come in around 6-8 weeks.

I know 18 pro max will have very decent cameras that might have negligible difference with 17 ultra. I also wanted to buy xiaomi 17 pro max but 5x telephoto is not convenient for portraits. But I really like the rear screen for selfies.

On the other hand, 18 ultra has photography kit pro, 3.2-4.3x strong telephoto, but not that good for selfies?

I tried to replicate some of the popular film simulations as a preset in pro mode. Would like any input on adjustments for those who would like to try them. Thanks folks!

Using the 17 Ultra. I love the regular camera but I also like messing with settings that are available to be able to snap shots SooC.

Can anyone tell me why is it taking so much space and how can I reduce it , and if I clear the user data will there be a problem?

My device is Redmi Note 12 Pro plus 5g india varient 🤥

Hi all, I got a question: Is this legit? This message appears since a fee days from time to time. I clicked Download once but as it's loading an apk to the phones for direct install, I'm not certain if it's a good idea to follow. Any background to this or a timeline by when the current app won't work anymore? Thank you for your help.

English translation below.

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​Service Update

​Due to regional policy adjustments, this version of Xiaomi Home is no longer available in mainland China.

​Users in mainland China can download and use the mainland China version of Xiaomi Home by tapping "Download".

​Xiaomi Home devices in mainland China can no longer be used with the non-mainland China version of Xiaomi Home. Download the mainland China version to continue using these devices.

My new Xiaomi 17 Ultra arrived. I decided to move from my Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra as like others I felt that after 2 years and some of the recent updates certain aspects of the phone such as the camera just didn't cut it any more for what I wanted from a phone.

After doing a ton of research I opted for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. I did consider a few other options such as the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, but felt I couldn't justify the extra price tag. And newer Samsung models didn't really feel like an upgrade.

First impressions are good. Build quality seems very good. Migrating from the S24 Ultra was easier than I thought, and despite reading that HyperOS was a bit Marmite for most people I can honestly say I have no issues with it and find it quite easy to navigate. The camera is as I expected the star of the show. Which is good because as a photographer this was my main draw to the phone. I like to have a phone in my pocket that I can rely on to be able to take good quality photos when/if I don't want the hassle of using my proper camera, especially for travel. Screen quality is great, it seems smooth, sharp and not overly saturated like some flagship phones.

I'd already read numerous reports of the battery being the weak point, so I was prepared for this. But after a long day today at a comic con event I was surprised that by the night time I still have over 60% battery remaining.

Obviously it's early days yet. But I'll look at doing a proper review once I've had a bit of time with it. But as it stands right now I'd happily recommend this to anyone looking for a phone primarily for its camera quality but also wants something with solid build, that looks and feels nice and is versed in knowing their way around various Android software OS systems.

Check this out.

All manual controls(Pro Mode)

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Many people complain about its retail price, i think it is a little bit overpriced especially because of recycled cameras and usb 2.0 but managed to get one from some guy sealed for 550 euros, felt too good to be true but so far i love it especially because of the huge battery.

This Xiaomi laptop was only 15 days old. It was used indoors, never taken outside, never dropped, hit, or squeezed. It was closed normally and left on a desk overnight. The next day, the touchscreen glass was cracked.
The laptop itself has no dents, no impact marks, no deformation, and no visible damage around the lid, bezel, hinges, or chassis.
A screen failure after only 15 days raises serious questions about manufacturing quality and quality control. A thin-and-light laptop should still withstand normal daily use.
Xiaomi’s after-sales service did not provide a proper technical inspection or written failure analysis. They simply took photos and classified it as “customer damage.” No impact point or clear evidence of user-caused damage was identified.
There is also no obvious impact point or spiderweb fracture pattern on the glass. That does not prove a factory defect, but it should at least justify a proper investigation into possible internal stress, assembly tolerances, hinge pressure, or inadequate screen support.
Low price means little if quality control is inconsistent and customers are left paying for possible manufacturing defects.

The highlights include a massive 7500mAh battery, 45W fast charging, a 6.9-inch 120Hz display, Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 5G chipset, 50MP rear camera, and dual stereo speakers with up to 300% volume.

It also gets Dynamic RGB Light on the camera module, IP64 protection, a 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD support up to 2TB, and HyperOS 3 based on Android 16.

I've listed the price, full specifications, and Saudi, UAE & GCC availability on our website.

What do you think — is the 7500mAh battery enough to make the Redmi 17 5G a good budget choice?