Poco appears to be taking another step towards launching its upcoming smartphone, the Poco X8 Pro Max, in India. The phone was recently listed on India’s BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification website, indicating its potential entry into the Indian market.
The device was identified on the BIS platform by its model number, 2602BPC18I. However, the certification listing does not reveal any information about the phone’s final marketing name or specifications.
What BIS Listing Reveals
BIS certification is a mandatory process that must be completed before any smartphone can be launched in India. Therefore, this listing for the Poco X8 Pro Max is being seen as preparation for its potential launch in India.
However, it’s important to note that the BIS database only confirms the model number, not the official name of the phone. The name Poco X8 Pro Max is based on previously leaked IMEI database records.
Global Certifications Not Yet Available
While the global variant of the Poco X8 Pro has already been spotted on certification platforms like EEC (Europe) and SDPPI (Indonesia), the global version of the Poco X8 Pro Max is not yet listed on any international certification database.
This suggests that Poco might launch this device in select markets, particularly India, first, before planning a global rollout.
Poco X8 Pro Max Could Be a Redmi Rebrand
According to leaks and previous reports, the Poco X8 Pro Max is rumoured to be a rebranded version of Redmi’s upcoming Redmi Turbo 5 Max series. However, there has been no official confirmation from the company regarding the name and specifications of the Redmi device.
If this rebranding proves true, the Poco X8 Pro Max could bring significant upgrades in terms of performance and battery life. What to expect next
Currently, information about the Poco X8 Pro Max is limited to certification and benchmark listings. In the coming days, we can expect more details regarding its:
- Global certifications
- Launch timeline
- And hardware specifications
As soon as any official information is released by Poco or Xiaomi, the picture regarding the phone’s positioning and availability will become clearer.
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