No Nexus 7 2016 Release? Consider Super-Phablet Xiaomi Mi Max Prime at $300 Instead (Photo : Image Credit: Xiaomi via 9to5Google)
Quietly, Chinese device maker Xiaomi unveiled a jumbo phone called the Mi Max, which essentially is a phablet but has the build and quality of a premium small tablet. While a remote possibility, Google would be wise to look closer on the device and perhaps consider molding the rumored Nexus 7 2016 tablet after it.
Rumors say that Google has already made a choice and tapped Huawei as maker of the upcoming 7-inch Pure Android tablet but the revealed Xiaomi Mi Max spec and features are just too compelling to pass up. Below are the reasons the phablet will make the better third installment of Nexus 7:
Premium build and finish
In a report, 9to5Google said that the Mi Max is an ultra-slim, only 7.5mm thick, metal-clad device that screams both of premium or solid build and beautiful finish. When it hits stores, buyers can pick from three color options - Gold, Silver and Dark Gray that are all stunning. Now the above are headline qualities that Google reportedly will want its next Nexus tablet to have.
High-end specifications
What really makes the Mi Max an ideal Nexus 7 pattern is the screen profile that measures 6.44-inch, which Google can stretch to 7-inch when repurposed as the next Nexus tab. The near-tablet display has a 1080p resolution that should remain glorious to look at when upsized a bit.
Xiaomi will make the MI Max available in three storage configurations - 32GB, 64GB and 128GB - while the processor and RAM provision will be determined by the memory size. The 32GB will have an SD 650 and 3GB RAM while the 64GB flavor will run on SD 652 with 3GB RAM. The most high-end is the 128GB with the combo of SD 652 and 4GB RAM running the show.
All three models will draw power from a generous 4850mAh battery pack.
Killer camera
The Mi Max camera system boasts of a 16MP sensor on the rear and 5MP on front with phase detection autofocus shooting feature.
Memory expansion
Should Google will start supporting the option to enjoy extra memory on its upcoming Nexus lineup, the Mi Max is all set with its built-in microSD slot.
Dual-SIM
In the same memory card mechanism, users can opt to install instead a second SIM but as a tablet the use would be more optimized with the internal storage significantly expanded.
Robust security and privacy features
The Xiaomi Mi Max features a rear-located fingerprint scanner that permits a more convenient way to unlock the device while giving it the benefit of a tougher security protocols. Also, the device running on customized Android is "capable of detecting scam and fraud messages to keep users' data more secure," 9to5Google said.
Solid pricing
And the best Nexus quality already embedded with the Xiaomi Mi Max is the pricing model. The starting price of roughly $230 adheres to the Nexus philosophy of providing decent mobile devices with accessible price tag. Even the top model asking price of just over $300 is a steal considering the deal in store for buyers.
It remains to be seen if the Xiaomi Mi Max will make it to the U.S. market but Google can possibly make it happen by picking the device and repurposing it as the Nexus 7 2016 on release date.
