In a move blurring the line between accidental leak and calculated hype, Xiaomi’s sub-brand Poco appears to have "sanctioned" early glimpses of its upcoming Poco F7 smartphone. High-resolution marketing renders and a polished unboxing video surfaced online today, hinting at design upgrades and key specs ahead of an official launch.
The leaked images reveal a sleek, minimalist device with a flat-edge metal frame and a glossy glass back. The camera module—a rectangular island housing three lenses and an LED flash—shows clear design evolution from the F6. Notably, the display features ultra-thin bezels and a centered punch-hole front camera, suggesting a premium AMOLED panel. Industry insiders speculate a 6.67-inch 120Hz screen with Dolby Vision support.
Meanwhile, the unboxing video (below) showcases the retail package, including a transparent case, 67W fast charger, and the phone itself in a striking "Arctic Blue" finish. The host highlights the device’s weight distribution and textured back, emphasizing ergonomics:
Poco F7 Official Unboxing Video
Rumored specifications include:
- Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset (a first for Poco’s F-series)
- Triple 50MP+8MP+2MP rear cameras with OIS
- 5,000mAh battery with 90W charging
- Android 14-based HyperOS
Notably, an Amazon placeholder listing also went live prematurely, confirming color variants (Arctic Blue, Graphite Black) and 8GB/256GB base configuration. Though quickly pulled, the page hinted at aggressive pricing:
Tech analysts suggest this "controlled leak" strategy builds anticipation while testing market reactions. "Xiaomi’s playing a clever game," says TechRadar’s Alex Chen. "They’ve essentially revealed the phone without making formal claims, leaving room for adjustments."
The Poco F7 is expected to launch in India and Europe by late July, targeting the ₹30,000/$350-400 segment. With these leaks confirming a performance-focused flagship killer, rivals like Realme GT 6T and Nothing Phone (2a) may face stiff competition.
Stay tuned for official confirmation as Xiaomi’s silence speaks volumes.
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