Xiaomi has launched Redmi A1+, the new Redmi entry-level smartphone that aims to provide excellent experiences to Kenyan customers and consumers. The phone will retail at the recommended retail price of KES 10,499.
Xiaomi’s Country Manager, Mr. Bill says, “Xiaomi continuously pursues innovations, high-quality user experience and operational efficiency. The company relentlessly builds amazing products with honest prices to let everyone in the world enjoy a better life through innovative technology hence the launch of Redmi A1+ costing USD 100.”
Redmi A1+ will be available in 2GB+32GB storage configuration. Available at a recommended retail price of KES 10,499, Redmi A1+ will be available for purchase starting October 7th through Xiaomi Stores, Jumia and partner stores around the country.
The phone boasts a 6.52’’ HD+ large display at 1600×720 resolution and offers an immersive experience when watching videos or gaming. For extended viewing, the devices provide a Dark theme and Night Light mode, which help prevent eye strain.
Redmi A1+ is also equipped with an 8MP primary camera paired with an auxiliary lens¹ to enable portrait shots and a 5MP front camera. Both rear and front cameras are loaded with versatile modes including portrait, short video and time-lapse, offering users diverse shooting options. The smartphone is also packed with a large 5,000mAh battery and 10W charging, effortlessly lasting through daily use.
In terms of performance, Redmi A1+ is powered by MediaTek Helio A22, which ensures enough performance to run apps and support the high-resolution display, and power efficiency. Additionally, it also supports expandable storage up to 1TB, which frees up space on-device for additional data storage.²
While the device has an impressive hardware price-to-performance ratio, it also has a notable design. Inheriting family design from Redmi Note Series, Redmi A1+ come in Black and Light Blue, all with a stylish flat-frame design. Accentuated by a clean, minimalistic curved back, its leather-like texture resists fingerprint smudges and marks. In addition, Redmi A1+ comes equipped with an advanced and responsive rear fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking.
¹ Auxiliary lens refers to QVGA lens with an active pixel array of 248 x 328.
² Actual support and compatibility of memory cards may vary between manufacturers.
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