Key Takeaways
1. Xiaomi’s new budget smartphone is named Redmi A7 Pro, with model number 25128RN17Y.
2. The device has received certification from the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA).
3. Xiaomi is skipping the Redmi A6 series, directly moving to the A7 series.
4. The Redmi A5, priced at $82.50, is expected to have a one-year anniversary soon, hinting at an upcoming release of new A series devices.
5. It’s unclear if the Redmi A7 Pro will be part of the spring lineup alongside other new models.
Early details about a new budget smartphone from Xiaomi have surfaced online. Unlike many previous leaks and speculations, we already have the model number and the retail name for this device. However, this doesn’t mean that the smartphone will be released immediately.
Certification Confirmation
According to the screenshot below, Xiaomi has received certification for the Redmi A7 Pro from the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA). This regulatory agency in the UAE has linked the name “Redmi A7 Pro” with the model number 25128RN17Y, where 25128RN17 serves as the base. Sadly, the TDRA hasn’t provided any additional information about the device’s hardware specs.
Skipping the A6 Series
The certification suggests that Xiaomi has chosen to bypass the Redmi A6 series entirely. Additionally, considering Xiaomi’s history with the Redmi A5, which currently retails for $82.50 on Amazon, it is likely that the Redmi A7 Pro will be available globally as model 25128RN17G. The Redmi A5 will celebrate its first birthday next month, leading us to anticipate that Xiaomi will unveil new Redmi A series devices this spring. Still, it remains uncertain whether a budget-friendly Redmi A7 will be part of that lineup.
TDRA via Xpertpick
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