Redmi 9i launched in India (Image: Xiaomi)Tech News Today, September 15: What’s happening in the world of technology today? Well, we are here to discuss exactly the same. To start with its a big day today for all tech enthusiasts, moreover Apple fans, and also users around the world. Apple’s special virtual event is set for today at 10 a.m PT which is around 10:30 pm Indian Standard Time.
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Another big news is the arrival of Redmi 9i in India. The smartphone is launched at a starting price of Rs 8,299 and joins the 8 series that already includes Redmi 9 and Redmi 9 Prime, which were launched in the country earlier this year. Watch the Redmi 9i launch video below to get a better idea about the smartphone. You can also read below to know all the key specs that the phone packs and variants and price of them.
Meanwhile, Google has announced a ‘Launch Night In’ event for September 30. At the launch event, the tech giant is expected to unveil Pixel 5, Chromecast “Sabrina” and a new Nest-branded smart speaker. Read here to know more. In addition, Google brings a TikTok rival in India called YouTube Shorts. Read about it here.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus LTE comes with a 12.4-inch Super AMOLED 2800 x 1752 (WQXGA+) display | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ octa-core processor | 6GB RAM + 128GB storage (micro SD slot up to 1TB) | 13.0 MP + 5.0 MP rear camera + 8.0MP front camera | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps video recording | 4G TDD LTE | 10090 man battery | S-Pen | 575 g weight without cover. It is priced at Rs 79,999 + Rs 17,999 (Keyboard cover). READ OUR REVIEW HERE
Flipkart Big Saving Days sale will begin on September 18 and will end on September 20. During the sale, the e-commerce giant will offer discount on mobile phones including LG G8X (available at a discounted price Rs 39,990), Oppo Reno 2F, Redmi K20, among others. Flipkart has partnered with State Bank of India to offer 10 per cent instant discount for all SBI credit card users even on EMI transactions.
The special Apple event will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Just like WWDC 2020 event, the upcoming Apple event is expected to be pre-recorded video from Steve Jobs Theater and Apple Park. Unlike before, the livestream of Apple’s ‘Time Flies’ event can be watched through Apple’s website, YouTube channel, and through the Apple TV app. The online special ‘Time Flies’ event will begin at 10 a.m PT which is around 10:30 pm Indian Standard Time.
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Redmi 9i has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 8,299 for the base 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. The top-end model of the phone with 4GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage is priced at Rs 9,299. Some of the specs of the Redmi 9i are - 6.53-inch HD+ IPS Display, 5000mAh battery, MediaTek Helio G25 processor, 13MP AI camera, 5MP selfie camera and face unlock support. The first sale of the Redmi 9i is on September 18 on Flipkart and mi.com.