Xiaomi has officially launched the REDMI Note 15 Series in the UAE, featuring five new models: REDMI Note 15 Pro+ 5G, Pro 5G, Pro, and the REDMI Note 15 5G and 4G variants.

The series debuts REDMI Titan Durability, integrating reinforced frames and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for superior drop and crush resistance. The Pro models boast massive Silicon–Carbon batteries (up to 6,580mAh) with 100W HyperCharge, designed to maintain peak health for over six years.

Photography enthusiasts can leverage a flagship 200MP main camera on Pro models, featuring AI-powered 4× lossless zoom and Xiaomi HyperAI editing tools. Performance is driven by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and Xiaomi IceLoop cooling, while the 120Hz AMOLED displays offer a stunning 3,200 nits peak brightness.

Connectivity reaches new heights with Xiaomi Offline Communication, allowing kilometer-level voice calls without network coverage. Xiaomi also expanded its AIoT ecosystem, introducing the REDMI Buds 8 Lite, Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Series, and Smart Audio Glasses.

The REDMI Note 15 Series combines ultimate resilience with cutting-edge AI, setting a new benchmark for smartphone value in the region.

Redmi Note 15 Series Partners with Discovery Channel to Demonstrate Real-World Endurance

To showcase the Redmi Note 15 Series “diamond-grade durability,” Xiaomi has partnered with Discovery Channel on a co-branded campaign featuring explorer and survival expert Ed Stafford, renowned for his extreme outdoor challenges. In the campaign, Ed takes on a continuous 24-hour endurance challenge, using the Redmi Note 15 as his only essential tool.

The film demonstrates the phone’s real-world capabilities: supporting navigation, lighting, photography, compass and weather checks, and connectivity, while highlighting its durability, water resistance, and long-lasting battery life.

The campaign will be amplified across Discovery Channel’s platforms and supported by official press coverage, bringing the “tech + endurance” story to audiences across the UAE. To further engage media and creators, a limited number of “Titan Durability” co-branded gift boxes will be made available for unboxings and challenge-style content, offering a hands-on experience of the series’ resilience.

Mijia Smart Audio Glasses: Style Meets Technology

The UAE launch also introduces Mijia Smart Audio Glasses, blending open-ear audio with elegant eyewear design. Equipped with four microphones, wind noise reduction, and a privacy mode, the glasses allow UAE users to enjoy music and calls while staying aware of surroundings. Lightweight and durable, they feature IP54 splash and dust resistance, UV and blue light protection, and up to 13 hours of playback, with fast charging offering 4 hours from just 10 minutes. The Xiaomi Glasses app allows full control, including gesture customization, dual-device connectivity, and safe recording options.

REDMI Buds 8 Lite

Also joining Xiaomi’s AIoT portfolio are REDMI Buds 8 Lite, entry-level true wireless earbuds designed for everyday practicality and convenience. Available in Black, White, or Blue, they feature a 12.4mm titanium-diaphragm driver for clear, detailed sound, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, and hybrid active noise cancellation up to 42dB with Transparency mode. Dual-mic AI environmental noise cancellation ensures clear calls even outdoors, while five pre-set EQ modes and app-based customization let users tailor their audio experience. With dual-device connectivity, fast charging, and up to 36 hours of total battery life with the case, REDMI Buds 8 Lite deliver a versatile, practical audio solution for daily use.

Xiaomi TV S Pro Mini LED Series

Xiaomi also introduces the Xiaomi TV S Pro Mini LED Series in UAE, offering 75″, 65″, and 55″ QD-Mini LED models with 4K UHD resolution, 1700 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision®, HDR10+, HLG, and Filmmaker Mode. With 144Hz native refresh rate, Mini LED local dimming, and low-reflection display technology, the series provides ultra-smooth visuals and vibrant, accurate color reproduction. Audio is powered by dual 15W speakers, Dolby Atmos, Harman AudioEFX, and Xiaomi Sound tuning, delivering immersive experiences for movies, gaming, and streaming. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI 2.1, USB, Ethernet, and built-in Google TV, Google Cast, and Apple AirPlay, offering seamless streaming and device integration.

With the introduction of the ScreenBar Series in Dubai, BenQ Middle East has solidified its position as a leader in monitor-mounted lighting by addressing a prevalent problem among desk users: inadequate ambient lighting. Designed for today’s hybrid workers, content creators, and competitive gamers, the ScreenBar line goes beyond traditional task lamps to provide an intelligent illumination solution that responds to both the user and the surroundings.

ScreenBar Halo 2 – A New Benchmark for Visual Balance

At the heart of the series portfolio lies the ScreenBar Halo 2, which has been developed over four years of engineering. Its distinguishing feature is a dual-light setup that includes a forward-facing desk light and a bright rear ambient glow. This design considerably reduces the visual contrast between a bright monitor and a darker space, which is a common cause of eye strain during prolonged screen use. The modified back lighting covers a significantly larger area, resulting in a more natural and immersive lighting environment that appears consistent rather than harsh.

Precision Optics That Protect the Eyes

BenQ’s optical expertise is prominent in the Halo 2’s glare-control technology. The asymmetrical light projection guarantees that light reaches the workstation without overflowing onto the display or shining directly in the user’s eyes. This intricate light structuring keeps on-screen content clear and decreases tiredness, particularly during tasks that need prolonged attention. The ScreenBar Halo 2 is backed by academic research and aligned with international lighting regulations. It maintains a precisely balanced brightness relationship between the monitor and its surroundings, allowing the eyes to remain relaxed for extended periods of time.

ScreenBar Pro: Versatility and Everyday Intelligence

The ScreenBar Pro Black and Silver variants represent a more streamlined version of BenQ’s lighting concept. Their gravity-based clamp technology is designed to fit securely on a variety of monitors, including slim-bezel and curved screens, while providing minimal pressure. Built-in smart features like automatic brightness adjustment, motion-based power control, and memory settings make the experience simple, responding to changing lighting conditions throughout the day.

Design-Led Aesthetics with Fine-Tuned Control

The ScreenBar Series is visually appealing and complements premium workstation settings and creative studios. Developed in partnership with MINIMAL Design, the light’s clean metallic surface and discrete form allow it to fit in rather than overshadow the workspace. A new wireless dial provides smooth, accurate control of brightness and colour temperature. The wide temperature range accommodates anything from warm evening illumination to colder tones suitable for precision activities like as editing, grading, or complex design work.

Verdict: A Thoughtful Investment in Performance and Wellbeing

The BenQ ScreenBar Series presents itself as an essential component of a productive and healthy workspace rather than just an accessory. BenQ has developed a lighting system that promotes long-term comfort without sacrificing performance by fusing scientific research, adaptable technology, and sophisticated industrial design. For professionals, creatives, and gamers who spend long hours in front of a screen, the ScreenBar Halo 2 and ScreenBar Pro provide an outstanding combination of efficiency, visual comfort, and minimalist sophistication, making them a significant enhancement for any modern work environment.

It has been two years since the debut of the original HUAWEI FreeClip, Huawei’s first-ever open earbuds that took the market by storm. Its massive popularity proved that the world was ready for a new kind of listening experience. The new HUAWEI FreeClip 2 tackles the hard challenges of open-ear acoustics physics head-on, combining a powerful dual-diaphragm driver with computational audio. It delivers depth and clarity, which was once thought impossible with an open-ear design. Solving the acoustic limitations of open-ear audio alone would have been sufficient to make the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 our pick for best open-ear audio.

But it is way more than that!

Comfortable C-Bridge design

The HUAWEI FreeClip 2 earbuds weigh only 5.1 g per bud, a 9% reduction from the previous generation. This lightweight architecture ensures an effortless experience, perfect for long calls, workouts, and commutes, allowing you to wear them all day without fatigue. The comfort bean is 11% smaller than the previous model, yet the design provides a secure fit that prevents the earbuds from falling out, even during intense activity.

Constructed from a new skin-friendly liquid silicone and a shape-memory alloy, the C-bridge is 25% softer and significantly more flexible than its predecessor. Finished with a fine, textured surface, it ensures a comfortable, irritation-free wearing even after extended use.

Adaptive open-ear listening

The acoustic system has been significantly upgraded, featuring a dual-diaphragm driver and a multi-mic call noise cancellation system. This setup not only delivers powerful sound but also maximises space efficiency. That’s why, despite their small size, these earbuds can deliver substantial acoustic performance.

The Open-fit design of the earbuds demands high computing power to maintain sound quality and call clarity. The HUAWEI FreeClip 2 offers ten times the processing power of the previous generation, serving as Huawei’s first earbuds to feature an NPU AI processor for a truly adaptive experience. The new dual-diaphragm driver includes a single dynamic driver with two diaphragms, effectively doubling the sound output within a compact space to provide a significant boost in volume and bass response.

Furthermore, the earbuds dynamically detect surrounding noise and adjust volume and voice levels in real-time. If the environment is too noisy, the system uses adaptive voice enhancement to specifically boost human frequencies, ensuring you never miss a word of a podcast or audiobook. When you return to a quiet environment, the earbuds automatically settle back to a comfortable volume level.

Crystal clear calls

To ensure call quality in chaotic environments, the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 utilises a three-mic system combined with multi-channel DNN (Deep Neural Network) noise cancellation algorithms. This system intelligently identifies and filters out ambient noise. Thanks to the NPU AI processor, the earbuds automatically enhance voice clarity, ensuring your conversations remain crisp regardless of your surroundings.

Battery life and charging

With the charging case, the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 offers a total battery life of 38 hours, allowing users to enjoy music throughout a full week of commuting on a single charge. On their own, the earbuds last for 9 hours—enough for a full workday of uninterrupted calls. For those in a rush, just 10 minutes of fast charging in the case provides up to 3 hours of playback. For added convenience, they support wireless charging and are compatible with watch chargers.

Rated IP57, the earbuds are resistant to sweat and water. They can easily withstand intense workouts or even a downpour.

Connectivity

The earbuds support dual connections and seamless auto-switching across iOS, Android, and Windows. When connected to EMUI devices, you can even switch audio between more than two devices. Additionally, when connected to a PC, the earbuds allow you to answer an incoming call without disconnecting from or interrupting your conference setup.

It is, quite simply, a pair of earphones reliable enough for the gym, the office, and the commute.

BRIEF: Designed for a new generation of listeners, the HUAWEI FreeClip 2 represents a significant evolution in open-ear audio technology. Combining a lightweight, comfort-first design with advanced AI-powered acoustics, the earbuds challenge long-standing limitations associated with open-ear listening. From adaptive sound processing and crystal-clear calls to all-day wearability and robust battery life, the FreeClip 2 balances innovation with everyday practicality. Built for work, workouts, and commutes alike, it reflects Huawei’s growing focus on intelligent, user-centric audio experiences that seamlessly integrate into modern, connected lifestyles. @2025