The Chinese technology company Xiaomi has unveiled its new, large-screened Mi Max smartphone as well as a new version of its operating system, MIUI 8, based on Android.

The 6.44-inch screen puts the smartphone among the larger “phablets” on the market. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge’s display measures 5.5 inches.


Xiaomi tweeted promotional pictures of its new Mi Max smartphone upon its launch on May 10.
Xiaomi tweeted promotional pictures of its new Mi Max smartphone upon its launch on May 10.

The Mi Max comes in three configurations: With a Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 processor, three gigabytes of RAM and 32GB of internal storage; Snapdragon 650 with 3GB RAM and 64GB capacity; and Snapdragon 652 plus 4GB RAM and 128GB.

The battery holds a charge of 4,850mAh and the phone weighs 230 grams. Also included are a fingerprint sensor and a 16-megapixel camera.

Set to go on sale next week in China, prices start at 1,499 yuan (about $230).

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