HONOR is once again stirring up the budget smartphone segment with the launch of its HONOR 200 Lite. The latest addition to the HONOR 200 flagship series brings a unique balance of value and specifications offering impressive features at an incredibly affordable price point.
At the heart of the HONOR 200 Lite is its generous 512GB storage capacity, double that of its predecessor, the HONOR 90 Lite. This means you can store countless photos, videos, and apps without worrying about running out of space. To complement this ample storage, HONOR has introduced an Ultra Tough Reinforced Screen paired with a 365-day Front & Back Free Replacement plan, ensuring your device remains protected and in top condition.
Enhancing the user experience is a brilliant 6.7-inch Eye-comfort AMOLED display. This screen not only delivers stunning visuals but also prioritizes user well-being with 3,240 Risk-free PWM Dimming technology, reducing eye strain significantly.
Powering the HONOR 200 Lite is the efficient MediaTek Dimensity 6080 processor, ensuring smooth performance for daily tasks. The device runs on Android 14 with MagicOS, offering a user-friendly interface and enhanced AI capabilities.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the 200 Lite’s 108MP main camera, capable of capturing impressive details. For selfies, the 50MP front camera ensures clear and vibrant shots.
Fueling the device is a substantial 4,500mAh battery, promising all-day usage without the constant worry of running out of power.
Pricing & Availability
The HONOR 200 Lite is set to launch in Malaysia on July 26th, 2024, with a price tag of RM1,299. The device will be available in Starry Blue and Midnight Black.
Xiaomi’s Redmi lineup has to be one of the most popular smartphone lines in Southeast Asia. The Redmi Note line is even more so thanks to the large display, powerful cameras and large battery life. This year’s new Redmi Note 13 series builds on that ethos with a new focus on delivering unrivalled camera performance with a more chic, modern design.
The new Redmi Note 13 series is spearheaded by the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ sporting the MediaTek Dimensity 7200-Ultra, paired with a triple camera setup with a 200-megapixel main camera sensor, an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. Upfront is a 16-megapixel sensor for selfies. The quad-core processor is supplemented by up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of onboard storage. The Redmi Note 13 Pro follows up closely with the same triple camera and memory setups and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.
Together with these big hitters, Xiaomi also announced the Redmi 13 and Redmi 13 4G – yes, the company did announce a 4G version. The Redmi 13 4G comes with a Snapdragon 685 and sports a 108-megapixel main camera sensor. This is enhanced with an 8-megapixel ultrawide sensor and a 2-megapixel macro sensor. The Redmi 13 5G, on the other hand, comes with the same camera setup and a MediaTek Dimensity 6080. Both sport up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal memory.
When it comes to screens, all of the models come with a 6.67-inch display with a 120Hz dynamic refresh rate. The only difference is that the Pro and Pro+ come with a 1.5K resolution, CrystalRes AMOLED panel while the Redmi 13 4G and Redmi 13 5G come with an FHD+, regular AMOLED panel. All variants have coverage of the DCI-P3 colour space with support for Dolby Vision. The Pro and Pro+ come with higher 12-bit colour depth and 1800 nits peak brightness.
Battery-wise, the Pro comes with a 5,100 mAh battery supporting 67W Fast charge while the Pro+ comes with a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. The Redmi 13 and Redmi 13 4G, however, come with a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging.
Pricing & Availability
The Redmi Note 13 series will be available in stores starting on 20 January 2024.
Model
Colours
Retail Price (MY)
Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (12GB+512GB)
Midnight Black, Moonlight White, and Aurora Purple
RM1,999
Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G (8GB+256GB)
Midnight Black, Moonlight White, and Aurora Purple
RM 1,599
Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (8GB+256GB)
Midnight Black, Ocean Teal, and Aurora Purple
RM 1,399
Redmi Note 13 5G (8GB+256GB)
Midnight Black, Mint Green and Ocean Sunset
RM 1,099
Redmi Note 13 (8GB+256GB)
Graphite Black, Ocean Teal, and Arctic White
RM 899
Redmi Note 13 (6GB+128GB)
Graphite Black, Ocean Teal, and Arctic White
RM 749
From January 20 to February 2, the Redmi Note 13 Series will be coming with special freebies. With every purchase of Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, you will receive a FREE Redmi Buds 4 Active and Redmi Smart Band 8 Active. While purchases of Redmi Note 13 5G and Redmi Note 13 will come with a FREE Redmi Buds 4 Active. More excitingly, the Redmi Note 13 will be available at a special price of only RM699 on the official Xiaomi Store on Shopee.