Xiaomi, the leading smartphone brand in India, has announced a partnership with Vodafone Idea (Vi) to provide seamless 5G experience to its customers. Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone users will be able to enjoy enhanced data experience on Vi 5G once the services are launched by the operator. A total of 18 devices from Xiaomi and Redmi portfolio have been successfully tested on Vi 5G and will support the network post FOTA updates. The enabled devices include some of the most popular smartphones such as Mi 11 Ultra, Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G. Once Vi launches its 5G network commercially, the users will just have to change the preferred network settings from 4G to 5G to enjoy a high-speed internet experience.
This partnership aims to empower consumers with unfiltered 5G network on their devices, in pursuit of a connected tomorrow and to unlock the boundless potential of 5G in India. Xiaomi India and Vi have extensively tested the network in New Delhi across Xiaomi and Redmi 5G devices. Vi has been working with technology leaders, domain experts, start-ups, and device OEMs to develop India-specific 5G use cases for consumers and enterprises.
Xiaomi India remains committed to democratizing technology for consumers across the country by providing them with the best-in-class technology experience at an honest price point. With the successful testing of 18 5G enabled smartphones on Vi, Xiaomi has once again proved its commitment to provide cutting-edge technology to its customers. The partnership with Vi is expected to take the 5G experience to a whole new level, revolutionizing the Indian smartphone market.
Here is a list of enabled devices:
Xiaomi 13 Pro – Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G – Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G – Redmi Note 12 5G – Xiaomi 12 Pro – Mi 11 Ultra – Mi 11X Pro – Xiaomi 11T Pro 5G – Xiaomi 11 Lite NE
5G – Redmi 11 Prime 5G – Redmi K50i – Redmi Note 11T 5G – Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G – Mi 11X – Mi 10 – Mi 10T – Mi 10T Pro – Mi 10i
But when will Vodafone launch 5G services in India?
Vodafone Idea (Vi) had not announced a specific date for the commercial launch of 5G services in India. However, they are reportedly working on 5G trials with various equipment vendors and planning to launch 5G services in a phased manner once they receive the necessary spectrum and government approvals. Given the partnership with smartphone giant Xioami, we can expect the 5G roll out by Vodafone soon.
