Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad 2 with HyperOS 2, starts from Rs 13,999

Xiaomi India launched the Redmi Pad 2 on June 18 in India. Powered by the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultra chipset, which is a slightly faster version of the Helio G99, the Redmi Pad 2 is aimed at users who want an Android tablet for productivity, entertainment and education without spending a ton of money.
The successor to the Redmi Pad comes with an 11-inch IPS LCD screen with 2.5K resolution, has a refresh rate of 90Hz, and offers up to 600 nits brightness. The display also supports Reading Mode, Touch-on-wet and has Low Blue Light and Flicker Free TUV Rhienland certification. The tablet comes with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 2TB with a microSD card. On the back, you get a huge elliptical camera island that houses an 8MP sensor.
Running on Xiaomi Hyper OS 2 based on Android 15 out of the box, the company says the Redmi Pad 2 offers a connected experience with features like Call sync and shared clipboard. All of this is backed by a huge 9,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. However, the charger that comes in the box is rated at 15W, meaning you will have to buy a new charging brick to achieve the advertised charging speed.
Coming to accessories, the tablet supports the Redmi Smart Pen, which has 4,096 pressure levels and lasts up to 12 hours on a single charge. Customers can also buy the Redmi Pad 2 Cover, which comes with features like smart wake and sleep and a built-in stand for a hands-free viewing experience.
The Redmi Pad 2 is available in two colourways – Graphite Grey and Mint and is available for purchase on Amazon, Flipkart, Mi.com and authorised retail stores. The Wi-Fi only variant of the tablet, which comes with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage and can be purchased for Rs 13,999. If you want 4G connectivity, the 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB versions of the Redmi Pad 2 are priced at Rs 15,999 and Rs 17,999, respectively.
Xiaomi is offering up to Rs 1,000 off for HDFC bank credit card users. As for the Redmi Pad 2 cover and the Redmi Smart Pen, customers will have to spend Rs 1,299 and Rs 3,999 separately as they aren't included in the box.

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