POCO, known for its exceptional value-for-money devices, appears to be on the verge of launching a new model that promises to grab the attention of budget-conscious consumers. The POCO C61, a device that promises to be an intriguing new addition to the C series of POCO, has been recently spotted in the Google Play Console, suggesting its debut is imminent.
POCO C61 spotted on Google Play Console, will be a rebrand of the Redmi A3
The appearance of POCO C61 in the list of supported devices by Google Play is a clear sign that the launch could be around the corner. The model number revealed, 2312BPC51H, not only confirms the existence of the device but also opens the way for speculation and expectations. However, at the moment, the information provided by Google's list is limited.
Before this appearance, the POCO The C61 had already achieved Bluetooth SIG certification and was noted in the BIS certification database, both with the same model number found in the Play Store listing. Curiously, the device shares its model number with the Redmi A3, 23129RN51H, in all certifications, which suggests that the POCO C61 could be a rebrand of the Redmi smartphone.
Launched by Xiaomi last month, the Redmi A3 It offers a number of features that make it a worthy contender in the budget range. With one 6.7-inch LCD screen, HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate, the device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G36 chipset, supported up to 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.
Software-wise, the Redmi A3 comes with MIUI 14 based on Android 13. As for photography, it features one 8MP rear camera flanked by a 0.08MP secondary sensor, and a 5MP selfie camera.
Like many budget smartphones, the Redmi A3 includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and a dedicated slot for the MicroSD. There is also a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and a USB Type-C port for charging. As for connectivity, it offers dual SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3 and GNSS support. Last but not least, it comes with a 5,000mAh battery with 10W charging support.
