{
  "id": 2338767,
  "title": "Poco launches M8x 5G for mid segment users in India",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/poco-launches-m8x-5g-for-mid-segment-users-in-india",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-21T08:31:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu - Sci-Tech",
    "slug": "the-hindu-sci-tech",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/technology/gadgets/poco-launches-m8x-5g-for-mid-segment-users-in-india/article71372855.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Xiaomi’s sub-brand Poco has introduced the M8x 5G smartphone in India, targeting the mid-segment market. The device boasts an IP68 rating for dust and splash protection. It features a 6.9-inch display with an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, safeguarded by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. The phone is powered by a substantial 7,900 mAh battery, paired with a 45W charger, and supports 22.5W reverse charging. An added feature is its integration of a 3.5mm headphone jack. The device runs on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor, accompanied by 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage, with the option for expansion up to 1 TB. It operates on Android 16 with Xiaomi HyperOS 3 loaded. The camera setup includes a 50 MP main sensor and an 8 MP front-facing camera. The Poco M8x 5G is available in two configurations - a 4 GB/128 GB variant priced at ₹20,999, and a 6 GB/128 GB model priced at ₹22,999.",
  "summary": "Poco M8x 5G ships with a 7,900 mAh battery, supported by a 45W charger in the box",
  "key_points": [
    "Poco launches M8x 5G smartphone for Indian mid-segment market",
    "Features IP68 rating, 6.9-inch adaptive 120 Hz display with Gorilla Glass 7i",
    "Equipped with 7,900 mAh battery, 45W charger, and 3.5mm headphone jack"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}