MWC 2019: Xiaomi launches 5G handset range
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| 24 February 2019

Stealing an early march on mobile handset rivals at the world’s leading mobile technology and services event, Xiaomi has unveiled its first 5G compatible device at MWC in Barcelona.

Available in May, and using the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 mobile platform with the Snapdragon X50 modem for unleashing what the company says is a ‘transformative’ 5G experience, the Mi MIX 3 5G is claimed to feature the latest 5G wireless technology with ‘unrivalled’ performance and what is described as a unique full screen display design.

Xiaomi has worked on developing 5G solutions since May 2016 by establishing a team to take a deep dive on 5G standards and to start exploratory research. As a major participant of 5G trials organised by China Mobile, Xiaomi successfully tested n78 signal connection in September 2018, and completed mmWave signal tests a month later. By that time, only a handful of smartphone manufacturers in the world had successfully conducted such testing.

With the official announcement of Mi MIX 3 5G, Xiaomi is now one of the first smartphone manufacturers to produce a 5G phone for commercial use. At the launch event, Xiaomi demonstrated the readiness of Mi MIX 3 5G with a live demo, made possible using the 5G network provided by Orange Spain.

“Xiaomi has spent tremendous efforts developing a 5G smartphone solution and Mi MIX 3 5G represents Xiaomi’s quest to create innovative products for everyone,” said Wang Xiang, senior vice president of Xiaomi. “We are also delighted and honoured to be working with our partners to make 5G a reality for even more users all over the world.”

Mi MIX 3 5G will be available in May 2019, with a starting price of €599, in Onyx Black and Sapphire Blue.