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Manila Bulletin devider Technews devider From work to streaming: Xiaomi launches REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series in Philippines

From work to streaming: Xiaomi launches REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series in Philippines

Published Apr 30, 2026 05:40 pm
Xiaomi introduced its latest tablet portfolio, REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series, including REDMI Pad 2 9.7 and an accompanying 4G variant, REDMI Pad 2 9.7 4G, now available in the Philippines.
This all-new compact version of REDMI Pad 2 Series brings a more portable option to users, upgrading the overall experience from the previous generation. The new improvements include a larger display, higher battery capacity, enhanced performance, and a slimmer design, making REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series ideal for immersive entertainment for Filipinos on the go.
High resolution, vibrant visuals, and silky smoothness
Determining the level of entertainment that users can enjoy on their tablet is first and foremost the screen, and with this, REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series delivers with perfection, offering the ideal blend of crystal-clear resolution, immersive visuals, and true-to-life colors on a large 9.7-inch display. Images are sharp and clear, thanks to a high 2K resolution. Meanwhile, a wide color gamut ensures colors remain true-to-life to reproduce scenes in their original detail and vibrancy.
Also key to an ideal display is assurance, even with long periods of viewing. REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series comes with triple TÜV Rheinland certifications for eye-care, and up to 600 nits brightness under bright sunlight in Outdoor mode, for reliable viewing whether indoors or out. Meanwhile, scrolling through content feels buttery smooth with the support of an up to 120Hz refresh rate.²
High-capacity battery and strong performance for lengthy sessions
Particularly for longer entertainment sessions, endurance is essential. REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series is equipped with a massive 7600mAh (typ) battery, capable of offering up to 1.7 days of use.
Alongside the large battery to power entertainment sessions is a powerful Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 Mobile Platform. Boasting an impressive 34% enhancement in performance and a high AnTuTu score of over 400,000, this 6nm octa-core processor can achieve a clock speed of up to 2.9GHz, together with improved heat dissipation compared to the previous generation, bringing assurance during long periods of use.
Refreshed interface design and seamless interconnectivity
Not only does REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series feature impressive hardware, but it is also equipped with Xiaomi's latest operating system, Xiaomi HyperOS 3, in-box. With this comes a more intuitive user interface, including a refreshed lockscreen and wallpapers to unlock more customization options. Xiaomi smartphone owners can also enjoy the benefits of Xiaomi Interconnectivity, including a shared clipboard for quicker and easier copying and pasting between their phone and tablet. Meanwhile, Circle to Search by Google is offered, making image search simpler.
Slim, durable design for ultimate portability
Boasting a sleek modern look at just 7.4mm slim, REDMI Pad 2 9.7 Series offers two color options, Graphite Gray or Silver. The 4G variant stands out with an end-to-end strip, which extends from the top to the bottom of the tablet, around its waterdrop-style camera module, and across its metallic exterior for a touch of class. Meanwhile, REDMI Pad 2 9.7 is equipped with a full metal unibody design for a more classic look. Both tablets are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly durable, having successfully passed over 40 rigorous durability tests.
REDMI Pad 2 9.7 and REDMI Pad 2 9.7 4G are ideal for on-the-go entertainment, boasting a high resolution, a vibrant display, and a slim and durable design, together with cutting-edge performance, bringing another option to REDMI Pad 2 Series' wide-ranging portfolio.
Pricing and availability
The REDMI Pad 2 9.7 will be available on Xiaomi’s official Shopee and Lazada stores starting April 30, with the 4GB + 64GB variant offered exclusively online for both Wi-Fi (₱7,999) and 4G (₱8,999) models. It will be available in Graphite Gray and Silver.
Meanwhile, the 4GB + 128GB variant will be available exclusively in authorized stores, priced at ₱8,999 for the Wi-Fi version and ₱9,999 for the 4G version, also in Graphite Gray and Silver.
Stay tuned and follow Xiaomi’s official social media pages for more information and updates on availability at authorized Xiaomi stores nationwide.

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