Xiaomi drastically improves network connectivity with the latest OTA

Recently, Redmi answered questions from netizens on the K80 series, shared new features and improvements, and revealed its competitive edge over the Xiaomi 15 series. The following are the key points from the official Q&A:

Network-Free Calling: Extended Distance and Features

Why does K80 Pro have wider offline communication range than Xiaomi 15? The K80 Pro, on the other hand, has a more advanced network-free calling capability to as far as 6km, optimized with advanced coordination between Qualcomm chips and device software. This function can be enabled from the contact page to allow users to make calls without depending on any cellular networks.

Options include calling only contacts or sharing your location for nearby calls.
Current rollout:
K80 Pro now supports 3.5km offline calls.
6km distance version will be available over the air by the end of December 2024.
Xiaomi 15 will also receive OTA support for 6km distance capabilities in the same timeline.

Expanded 5G Frequency Bands

The K80 Pro is said to support 19 5G frequency bands-an increase of 8 over the predecessor, K70 Pro:

New frequency bands: n7, n26, n40, n80, n81, n83, n84, n89.
Advantages:
Improved Supplemental Uplink (SUL) support to extend 5G uplink coverage.
Greater compatibility with more network providers and performance variations across scenarios.

Retention of Dual Speakers and Infrared Features

K series, despite a top hole-free design, doesn’t lose its popular dual speakers and infrared functionality:

Infrared: This is hidden from view in the camera deco area for a sleeker looking device.
Speaker Enhancements:
Top speaker: Upgraded to a 1014D all-metal BOX for better sound quality and lesser vibration.
Bottom speaker: The all-new design features an 1115F architecture to bring in 14% more space efficiency and a 40% increase in bass performance.

Connectivity within the Apple Ecosystem

How to Connect K80 to Iphone or Mac? Redmi presents the “Xiaomi Internet Service” application, which will help users easily connect their devices across multiple platforms. – Available for iPhone and iPad via the App Store.
Mac compatibility waits for approval from the App Store but can be downloaded from Xiaomi’s official website.
Devices have to be on the same local network in order to connect.

Where the Redmi K80 Pro differs, though, is in the addition of network-free calling-which received further improvements-expansive 5G compatibility, and overall better multimedia. It adds Apple compatibility to really allow interoperability across ecosystems. With updates continuing to roll in, one is only reassured that Redmi innovates and remains committed to user-centric solutions.