5 Xiaomi Gadgets You’ll Probably Want to Own in 20

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As you may or may not know, Xiaomi has recently taken over the world. From humble beginnings as a phone manufacturer, this Chinese electronic corporation has grown to compete against tech and e-commerce giants such as Apple, Samsung, and more. Xiaomi has evolved into a global marketplace where customers can purchase excellent electrical, non-electronic, and lifestyle things. Most of their goods make your life easier, allowing you to spend more time on more essential things. If you want to test Xiaomi products, especially its gadgets, read on because we've curated a list of the best Xiaomi gadgets you should own.

 
1. Redmi Note 10

The Redmi Note 10 may not have the 108MP camera or the 120Hz refresh rate, but it does have solid features that will appeal to buyers in the cheap market. The AI quad camera on the Redmi Note 10 allows you to explore and capture all the finer details. You can also use AI portrait mode to capture selfies with the front camera or focus the main camera on you. With 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, there's no need to worry about performance because it'll stay smooth even when you're on social media. The phone is also lighter and easier to use compared to other larger phones that have grown popular. Other than that, the Redmi Note 10 also includes a 5000mAh battery and a 33W fast charger which means that the phone can quickly charge to 100% in just over an hour.

2. Xiaomi Mijia Roborock S6

Xiaomi’s robot vacuum is getting popular these days. The Roborock S6, Xiaomi's most recent model, is one of them. The vacuum cleaner has two functions allowing you to vacuum and clean your floors at the same time. Another bonus is that the suction force has been boosted to 2000 Pa, which means you'll have a higher chance of eliminating tough impurities from a variety of surfaces. The latest vacuum also has thicker bristles which make cleaning more effective and softer on the floor. Furthermore, the manufacturer has placed a considerable emphasis on ‘'soundproofing" the vacuum, which was one of its previous model's drawbacks. The vacuum can work for up to 2.5 hours due to its powerful lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 5200mAh.

3. Mi Box 4K

Mi Box 4K is an Android TV set-top box manufactured by Xiaomi. It can connect via HDMI to any TV or desktop monitor and turn it into an Android TV screen. The Mi Box 4K is notable for its capability for video playback at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second. It's also worth noting that the Mi Box 4K comes with an impressive app selection. All major content platforms are supported, including Netflix, Disney Plus Hotstar, as well as regional sources. Bear in mind that you still need to pay for the subscription. On the other hand, the 3.5mm headphone jack on the Mi Box 4K allows you to listen to the audio in privacy. Like other gadgets, Mi Box 4K includes Google Assistant, that includes speech commands, voice searching, and voice-activated device control.

 
4. Xiaomi Air 2S

Xiaomi's earbuds are still one of the company's best-selling items, and they've improved over time. Xiaomi has unveiled the Xiaomi Air 2s, which is inspired by the Apple Airpods 2. For the consumers' convenience, these earbuds have a white body and a semi-in-ear design. While the AirDots Pro 2 had a short battery life, the Air 2s had almost 24-hour battery life. The Air 2s earbuds come in a casing with an LED indicator that indicates the battery's status. Although there are no noise-canceling options on this gadget, the audio quality is excellent, and it has little impact on the call quality. It also has Bluetooth 5.0, which ensures that it can connect to smartphones quickly and reliably.

5. Mi Smart Band 5

The Mi Smart Band 5 is one of the most recent Mi Bands on the market. The Xiaomi all-in-one smartwatch has a smart band that is jam-packed with features, making it a fantastic gadget. To begin with, it includes a larger display, around 20% larger than the previous model, as well as personalized dials that allow you to display your favorite or most frequently used features. Unlike its predecessor, the Mi Band 5 includes 11 sports modes, each of which tracks and analyses your every action to assist you to achieve your health goals. If that isn't enough, you'll love the 24-hour sleep monitoring, which provides scientific guidance to help you swiftly overcome sleep difficulties. Lastly, it includes a 125 mAh battery (claimed to last 14 days) with a magnetic charger that doesn't need to be removed for charging. Very convenient.

ePLDT bags regional partner award from Cisco anew

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Leading global information technology and networking company Cisco has recognized ePLDT, the ICT arm of PLDT Enterprise, as its Small Business Partner for Best Cisco Designed Portfolio for program adoption after attaining the highest revenues among its peers in the Asia Pacific, Japan, and China (APJC) region.

Jovy Hernandez, ePLDT President & CEO and SVP & Head for PLDT and Smart Enterprise Business Groups, said the recognition is proof of ePLDT’s endeavor of supporting businesses through Cisco Design, Cisco’s new technology portfolio for small and medium-scale businesses (SMBs).

“As a premier integrator partner of Cisco, ePLDT has been actively empowering businesses as they embrace digital transformation to pivot and thrive amid these uncertain times. We thank Cisco for this recognition, and we are more driven to steering our clients and this partnership forward,” said Hernandez.

Last year, ePLDT was recognized as the global tech giant's Software Partner of 2020 and Small Business Partner of 2020. Similarly, Cisco hailed PLDT Inc. as its Tier 2 Partner of the year during its annual Partner Summit Conference.

ePLDT offers Cisco Enterprise Networking, Security, and Collaboration from the Cisco Designed Portfolio.

Robin Llamas, Cisco Philippines Head of Public Sector, Small Business and Mid-Market teams and interim Managing Director, said that Cisco Designed paves the way for cost-effective technologies that allow SMBs to adapt to the new ways of conducting businesses.

“Cisco Designed was built to serve SMBs, especially now in this pandemic situation. We continue to uphold our relationship building and customer care principles that enable us to know who our customers are and how best we can serve them,” said Llamas.

He also lauded ePLDT for a fruitful partnership for the past year, empowering connection, networking, security, and other services and support to more businesses.

“We congratulate ePLDT for being our APJC Small Business Partner for Best Cisco Designed Portfolio Adoption. This is a well-deserved accolade in recognition of your relentless efforts in serving our clientele, and we hope that you reap more successes as we continue to nurture this partnership,” he added.

Meanwhile, PLDT First Vice-President and Head of PLDT Enterprise Core Business Solutions Group Jojo Gendrano said that ePLDT and Cisco have been working on providing innovative business technologies suited to accommodate the changing needs of its customers.

“As the needs of the enterprises continue to evolve, we are striving to provide solutions that will make them more resilient despite the most difficult economic conditions. Together with Cisco, we will continue to work at great lengths to reciprocate the trust and confidence of our customers,” said Gendrano.

ePLDT and Cisco have been partners since 2002, initially focusing on delivering enterprise networking architecture solutions. Through the years, the partnership expanded to cater SMBs and other advanced services along with its initial market of large enterprise customers.

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Public interest law group ImagineLaw bats for raising the minimum age of access to cigarettes to 21 years old

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“It is like 16 jeepneys full of people without social distancing.”


This was how public interest law group ImagineLaw and other groups on Friday described the 321 Filipinos who die every day due to tobacco-related diseases, during a street installation featuring 321 pairs of shoes and slippers at Boy Scout Circle, Tomas Morato in Quezon City.


“This installation has a clear message: tobacco companies and their products are deadly. They are not partners in public health and are instead the cause of death of hundreds of Filipinos every day,” said the law group’s executive director Atty. Sophia San Luis, citing data from the Department of Health (DOH). “Stronger tobacco control policies are needed to protect Filipino lives,” she also said.


Meanwhile, the Philippine Cancer Society (PCS) expressed support for the proposal to raise the minimum age of access to tobacco products to 21 years old. Earlier this week, Senator Pia Cayetano filed Senate Bill No. 2410 that sought to raise the minimum age of access to tobacco products to 21.



“We need to protect young people's health and development from the bad effects of cigarettes and addiction to nicotine,” PCS Executive Director Dr. Rachel Rosario said.


The groups also said that the government should uphold policies against tobacco industry interference in policymaking.


"Today is a stark reminder of the lives we can save if government and local government units (LGUs) uphold and fully implement tobacco control laws and policies,” said Menchie Auste, chief executive officer (CEO) of Cancer Warriors Foundation and Vice President of Cancer Coalition Philippines.


“We already know the how’s of preventing this needless loss of lives and suffering. What we need to do is act now and work together to prevent these avoidable deaths,” she said.


The groups called for the passage into law of House Bill No. 8763 or the Smoke-free Environment Bill that will expand the coverage of the smoking ban in Republic Act No. 9211 or the Tobacco Regulations Act of 2003 and strengthen the power of local government units to enact stricter smoke-free ordinances.


They also urged Senators to junk Senate Bill No. 2239 or the Non-Combustible Nicotine Delivery Systems Act, more commonly known as the Vape Bill, that seeks to roll back regulations on the sale, manufacture, and marketing of vapes and e-cigarettes in the country.


The group also called on the government to uphold the DOH - Civil Service Commission (CSC) Joint Memorandum Circular 2010-001 (JMC 2010-001) that protects policymaking and government processes from the influence of tobacco companies.


“The JMC is our vaccine against the tobacco epidemic,” San Luis said. “Without it, tobacco companies will continue to spread the deadly diseases caused by their products,” she concluded.


Photo caption: “It is like 16 jeepneys full of people without social distancing.” Law group ImagineLaw lays down 321 pairs of shoes at Boy Scout Circle, Tomas Morato to remember the 321 Filipino lives lost due to tobacco. The group is calling for stronger tobacco control policies to save lives.