Xiaomi introduced two models under the Xiaomi Pad 7 series namely the Pad 7 and the Pad 7 Pro. These models were officially released in China in October as per the source article and the tablets are equipped with significant upgrades in network capabilities and offer several storage options.
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Network Capabilities and Certification
The models were spotted on the FCC certification database thus bringing the hope of a global launch. This listing therefore confirms the network capabilities and storage configurations for the upcoming tablets. According to the latest reports, Pad 7 will support Wi-Fi 6E, while the Pad 7 Pro will support Wi-Fi 7, offering faster and more reliable network performance. Their certification was confirmed in Indonesia as they were spotted on the SDPPI certification.
Storage and Variants
The Xiaomi Pad 7 series will come in multiple storage variants. The Pad 7 will be available in three configurations: 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB. The Pad 7 Pro, on the other hand, will feature an additional option: 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB. This allows users to choose from a range of options depending on their storage needs.
Software
Both the Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro will run on Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0, which is the company’s new operating system, offering an enhanced user experience.
India Launch and Pricing
The company is likely to follow a similar launch pattern with Pad 7 in India as it followed with the launch of Pad 6. Pad 6 was launched in India in June 2023. Reports claim that the Pad 7 series may only see the launch of the standard Pad 7 model. The Pad 7’s base model is priced at CNY 1,999 (approximately Rs 23,300) in China, which suggests that the Indian price could be in the same range as the Pad 6’s launch price of Rs 26,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. The Pad 7 Pro is expected to be priced slightly higher, at CNY 2,499 (around Rs 29,200).
Conclusion
The newly launched Xiaomi Pad 7 series brought significant upgrades as compared to its previous models. It has enhanced network capabilities and has provided multiple storage options. With the recent certifications and the claims of launch in India, it seems as if Xiaomi will continue its convention of launching the standard Pad model first.
