HIGHLIGHTS
* The Xiaomi Pad 6 will seemingly get a Xiaomi 12 Pro-like camera module.
* It also appears to come with a unibody tablet design language.
* The ‘Pro’ version of the Pad 6 tablet could feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC.
* The Xiaomi Pad 6 is expected to come in three variants – and will succeed last year’s Pad 5.
The Mi Pad 5 series has been a popular choice among tablet enthusiasts, and it has been a while since its release. Therefore, it is expected that Xiaomi will release the Pad 6 soon.
Recent leaks suggest that the new device will be launched in the second quarter of this year and could make its debut at the MWC 2023 conference.
As the launch date approaches, some bloggers have leaked images of the real Xiaomi Pad 6, giving us a glimpse of what the tablet could look like.
China-headquartered electronics conglomerate Xiaomi is expected to launch a new tablet in the coming months, following up on the Pad 5 lineup that was initially unveiled in China back in August 2021.
While plenty of leaks and rumours about these tablets have surfaced online, most have alluded to the specifications that the new tablet lineup would offer.
Now, a leaked live image of the tablet’s rear panel has surfaced from the supply chain in China on social media platform Weibo, showcasing how it looks similar to the rear camera module seen on the brand’s flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 12 Pro.
Xiaomi Pad 6: What We Know So Far About the Upcoming Tablet from Xiaomi
According to the leaked images, the Xiaomi Pad 6 will come in a silver color that is commonly used in notebooks.
The tablet’s rear camera module is similar to the Xiaomi 12, which suggests that it could be equipped with three cameras.
The top camera is the largest, while the other two are smaller and almost the same size. These leaked images seem to be credible, and they provide a good idea of the tablet’s appearance.
According to the live image, which was first reported by China-based news publication CNMO, the Xiaomi Pad 6 lineup appears to feature the same camera module design as the Xiaomi 12 Pro.
This typically helps brands create a marketing campaign by giving the tablet the same design elements as that of its flagship smartphones – and also enables it to save design and assembly cost as it enables utilisation of more similar assembly components, a factor that has a trickle-down effect on the cost of a device.
The Xiaomi Pad 6 camera appears to thus host the primary camera module at the top, and has lines that cleanly divide the rest of the components of the module. There is a second camera unit, details of which are not known yet.
There is also a third unit that is likely just a design addition for symmetry, and a third segment within the module for accommodating the LED flash.
In terms of specifications, the Pad 6 is rumored to feature an 11-12 inch full-screen display with a resolution of 2880×1800p and a 120Hz/144Hz refresh rate. The display will support Dolby Vision and HDR10+, providing an excellent visual experience for users. The tablet will also feature a 10,000mAh dual-cell battery that supports 67W fast charging, ensuring that users can quickly recharge their devices when they need to.
The leaked image is said to belong to the standard Xiaomi Pad 6 tablet, and not its Pro models, which would therefore make for an upgrade to the lineup — but the Pad 5 launched in 2021, had a single 13MP rear camera, while the Pad 5 Pro and 5 Pro 5G had dual-rear camera modules of 13MP + 5MP and 50MP + 5MP, respectively. More details, however, are yet to be seen.
Under the hood, the Pad 6 is rumored to be powered by the SM8250AC+SM8475+12GB+512GB configuration.
The Xiaomi Pad 6 is expected to be launched globally later this year, and feature the Snapdragon 870 SoC on the standard Pad 6, and the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC on the Pad 6 Pro.
Other features include quad speakers, 120Hz display and 120W fast charging, among others.
While we cannot confirm the accuracy of these leaks, they do provide a good idea of what the tablet could look like and what features it may include. If the tablet does make its debut at the MWC 2023 conference, we will likely have more information about it, and we can’t wait to see what Xiaomi has in store for us.
Xiaomi Pad 6 Live Images
XIAOMI PAD 6 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
General
| Launch Date | March 23, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Brand | Xiaomi |
| Model | Pad 6 |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
| Network | 5G: Not Supported in India, 4G: Not Available, 3G: Not Available |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes |
Display
| Screen Size | 11 inches (27.94 cm) |
| Screen Resolution | 1600 x 2560 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 274 ppi |
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| Processor | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Kryo 585 + 2.42 GHz, Tri core, Kryo 585 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Kryo 585) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics | Adreno 650 |
| RAM | 6 GB |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Resolution | 13 MP f/2, Primary Camera | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation | |
| Shooting Modes | High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) | |
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Resolution | 8 MP f/2, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 8720 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| User Replaceable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 33W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Network & Connectivity
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| Voice Calling | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Special Features
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer |
FAQ’s on Xiaomi Pad 6
1) When will the Xiaomi Pad 6 be released?
Ans) The Pad 5 first announced in China in August 2021, going on sale in the rest of the world later in early 2022.
That means it’s been more than a year since the Pad 5, and so in some ways the Pad 6 already feels overdue.
The next plausible opportunity for a launch is the MWC 2023 tradeshow at the end of February, where Xiaomi has already confirmed it will have a booth – but will it launch products too?
As with most Xiaomi products, we wouldn’t expect to see it available in the US, and if the previous generation is any guide then the Pro model may stay China-only, with only the regular Pad 6 making it overseas.
2) How much will the Xiaomi Pad 6 cost?
Ans) There’s no confirmation on an official price for the Pad 6 yet, so we need to look at how much the previous generation cost to give us some idea. Here’s the prices for the Xiaomi Pad 5:
* Xiaomi Pad 5 6GB/128GB – £369/€349/₹26,999
* Xiaomi Pad 5 6GB/256GB – €399/₹28,999
Prices are already quite competitive against the 10.2in iPad against which it directly competes.
Because of that, we’d expect to see them stay pretty much the same when the Xiaomi Pad 6 arrives.
3) What specs and features will we see in the Xiaomi Pad 6?
Ans) We’re only beginning to see the first leaks about the Pad 6 series, which is expected to include the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Pad 6 Pro.
The best information from XiaomiUi was the code hinting at both of these tablets, with the code names ‘pipa’ and ‘liuqin’ respectively.
According to the code dive, the regular Xiaomi Pad 6 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, the natural step up from the 860 in its predecessor.
The Pad 6 Pro will be more powerful, using the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chip.
The code details more specs here too, including a 1880×2880 120Hz AMOLED display, quad stereo speakers, and a dual rear camera setup that will apparently consist of a main camera and a depth sensor.
The two tablets will use the Snapdragon 870 and 8+ Gen 1 respectively, adding that the Pro will go as high as 12GB of RAM and 512GB storage.
He disagrees slightly on the screens though, predicting that both tablets will use similar 11in displays with a resolution of 1800×2880 – similar to that above, but not exactly the same – adding that while the Pad 6 will use a 120Hz refresh rate, the Pro will be faster at 144Hz.
Interestingly he also adds that both tablets will feature fingerprint scanners – which weren’t featured on last year’s models – and will have the same 67W wired charging.
In the Xiaomi Pad 5 review, one of the few hardware improvements we thought were necessary came in the area of connectivity. First up, there is no LTE version available, which can be a problem if you find yourself out of Wi-Fi range.
So, we’d hope for at least a 4G model on the Pad 6 if 5G capabilities are still too expensive to hit those low price points. Wi-Fi 6 would also be nice, although it’s not really that pressing as most people still don’t have compatible routers at home.
While Xiaomi offers two storage variants on the Pad 5 – 128GB and 256GB – both come with 6GB of RAM. Admittedly, this isn’t too bad, but we’d be much happier to see 8GB in the Pad 6, especially if the expected Android 12L system that’s optimised for tablets arrives this year.
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Instagram New Update allows you to comment or reply on posts with a GIF: Here’s How You can use this New Feature
HIGHLIGHTS
* Instagram has introduced new features, including the ability to reply to post or story with a GIF.
* Another feature, Quiet Mode, will silence notifications so you can work distraction-free.
* Parents can now keep tabs on their kid’s privacy and account settings.
Instagram has introduced a new feature that allows users to comment on stories and posts with GIFs. The GIFs that will be used to reply will be pulled from GIPHY.
Currently, Instagram users are already able to post GIF-animated stickers to their stories. In addition to the GIF feature, Instagram has added some more features that offer better control over the app. These include the ‘Quite mode’, the ‘Not interested’ button and others.
To reply with a GIF, users have to type the keyword of the GIF they’re searching for in the ‘Send Message’ or comment box and then tap the GIF icon that appears. A series of GIFs from GIPHY’s library will be presented to users based on the search phrase. The feature is being rolled out in phases and should be available to all shortly.
How to Reply or Comment With GIFs on Instagram Posts
It seems that Instagram wants users to be a little more lively in the comment sections. And even though you can not use pictures (yet), it is now possible to use GIFs. In fact, replying with GIFs is not a new thing for the social platform. But you could only do that for stories.
So, how do you comment or reply with GIFs on Instagram posts? Well, first of all, you need to be on the latest version of the app.
Head over to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and check for updates.
Once you have updated your Instagram app, get to a post’s comment box. On there, the new UI will show you a ‘GIF’ option. When pressed, you will be presented with some predefined GIFs and a search bar.
In the search bar, you can type a keyword to find a particular GIF. Or, you can just simply tap on the suggested GIFs. And that will be pretty much it. The process is as simple as commenting with GIFs on Facebook.
SOME CAN COMMENT GIFS ON INSTAGRAM
On Thursday (February 16), Instagram users began taking to Twitter report they could not comment GIFs on posts.
The new feature hasn’t been officially announced by the platform yet, which suggests it could be a test feature right now.
When Instagram changes the app,it often tests the new idea with a select number of accounts to see if it will be popular with users.
If adding GIFs in comments proves to be a success, the platform could roll it out as an official feature for all users across the world.
HITC and GRV Media have reached out to Instagram for confirmation of the new feature.
REPLY TO INSTAGRAM STORIES AND DMS WITH GIFS
Replying with GIFs in comments is new, but you’ve actually been able to respond to Instagram Stories and DMs with the videos for a while now.
Find an Instagram Story & click the search bar. Then, press the GIF button on the right-hand side and find a GIF you want to send.Be aware that as soon as you tap on the GIF it will automatically send, so be very careful what you click on.
It will then appear in their DMs.If you accidentally send a GIF, you can quickly delete it by heading to the DMs section. Simply find the GIF, hold down on it, and tap ‘Unsend’.
To send a GIF in a Dm ,the + icon on the right-hand side of the search bar, tap GIF, and follow the same process.
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Other Instagram New Features
Quiet mode: As the name suggests, this will silence the notifications so you work distraction-free. This will also help users focus and set boundaries on the app. Once the feature is enabled, users will not receive any notifications until the mode is turned off.
The activity status will also be changed to “In quiet mode’ and an auto-reply will be sent if someone sends a message. Users can set their own quiet mode hours as per their schedule and once the timer ends, the app will show a summary of notifications that are missed.
Quite a mode will be open to all users but teens will be prompted to use this if they are found to be spending too much time on the app, especially during the night. This feature will be available to users in the US, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Not interested: Instagram has rolled out yet another useful feature, dubbed ‘Not Interested’. As the name suggests users can tell that they are interested in the posts on the Explore page.
They can select multiple posts and mark them as not interested to hide them. The Instagram algorithm will try to show fewer of these posts in Explore. To hide the recommended posts, users need to head to the “Hidden Words” section within the Privacy settings and then enter the word, emoji, or hashtag they do not want on their feed.
Parents can now keep tabs on their kid’s privacy and account settings and they will receive a notification whenever the kid changes the settings. Parents will be able to view the accounts their kids have blocked.
Broadcast: Instagram has officially introduced a new Broadcast channel feature for creation. This will allow them to directly connect with their followers. Creators can share Instant updates and much more with their followers. The feature is rolling out with some creators in the US and will gradually expand to more creators.
FAQ’s on Instagram Features
1) How To Download Instagram Reels on Android Devices?
Ans) Instagram doesn’t have a built-in Reel download feature. Using the Screen Recording feature is one of the easiest methods to get an Instagram Reel saved in your Andriod Device. Here are the steps to follow to record the reel.
-Open the Instagram Reel.
-As the Reel starts playing, swipe down from the top of the screen to navigate to the quick menu.
-Tap on the Screen Recording button. This will start recording whatever Reel was playing on the Instagram app open in front of you.
-Once the recording is finished, it will be automatically saved in your photo library or device gallery.
2) How To Download Instagram Reels Using a Third-Party App?
Ans) There are many third-party apps available online that can be used to download an Instagram Reel. Follow the below-mentioned step to download the Reel using a third-party app.
-Copy the Reel link. To do this, tap on the three dots at the top of the video and scroll down to copy the link.
-Paste the copied link into the download field provided in the third-party app.
-Next, tap on the download button and the Reel video will be saved in the downloaded files folder in your Andriod device.
3) How to Download Instagram Reels from Your Own Feed?
Ans) While no direct download feature is available for someone else’s Reel, you can easily download Instagram Reels from your own feed. Here’s how –
-Open the Instagram app and go to your account.
-Navigate to the Reels tab.
-Open the Reel you want to save on full-screen mode and tap on the three dots on the top or bottom corner of the reel depending on the app version.
-Once you tap on the three dots, a menu will pop up. Scroll down to find Save to Camera Roll from the menu and tap on it for the reel to be saved to your device.
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