Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 12 update for Redmi Note 8
What's the story
Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12 update for its budget-friendly Redmi Note 8 model. As per the changelog, the firmware brings an all-new animation engine, dynamic window technology, refreshed system visuals, a revamped control center, improved permission management for apps, enhanced privacy protection, an updated Settings app, and Dark Mode 2.0. Here are more details.
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Details about the update
The update carries build number V12.0.1.0.QCOMIXM and is being rolled out in a phased manner via over-the-air method. To manually check for the new firmware, you can go to Settings >System Updates.
Design and display
Redmi Note 8: At a glance
As far as its specifications are concerned, the Redmi Note 8 offers an all-glass body with a waterdrop notch design and a slim bottom bezel. On the rear, it houses a quad camera unit and a physical fingerprint reader. The handset has a 6.3-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2340 pixels) LCD screen with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.
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For the shutterbugs and selfie lovers
The Redmi Note 8 has a quad rear camera setup comprising a 48MP (f/1.8) main sensor, an 8MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens, a 2MP (f/2.4) macro camera, and a 2MP (f/2.4) depth lens. For selfies, it offers a 13MP (f/2.0) front-facing camera.
Internals
Under the hood
The Redmi Note 8 draws power from an octa-core Snapdragon 665 processor, coupled with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The handset ships with Android 10-based MIUI 11 and packs a 4,000mAh battery with 18W fast-charging support. On the connectivity front, it offers support for dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11a/c, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, a headphone jack, and a Type-C port.