The tech world is once again gripped by the fever of giant displays, as if we have completely forgotten the purpose of pockets. Despite the annual statements about the death of the phablet format, Xiaomi believes that users need even more space. The registration documents for the Xiaomi 17 Max describe the device as a massive slab of glass and silicon that looks like it was specially designed to test the strength of your jeans. While competitors are competing to create thin and weightless gadgets, Xiaomi is actually designing a tablet that can make calls. This is a bold and perhaps somewhat absurd decision.

The smartphone has a huge 6.9-inch flat screen with a 1.5K resolution. The main camera is a 200-megapixel sensor, and the system is complemented by a 50-megapixel telephoto lens for macro photography. For high-quality sound, symmetrical stereo speakers are provided, and the rejection of an additional screen on the rear panel has significantly increased the battery capacity.
The display of the novelty is impressive in size. For those who are used to spending time watching movies on the road, this screen will be a real gift. It is a straight panel with extremely narrow bezels on all four sides. It’s worth noting the rejection of curved edges, which for years irritated users with accidental palm presses. The straight screen combined with minimal bezels creates a clean, clear, and bright workspace that looks as practical as possible. As for the cameras, the 200-megapixel main module may seem overkill for the average user, but for those who enjoy careful editing, this detail provides amazing capabilities. The use of a powerful 50-megapixel macro lens instead of cheap analogs allows you to get high-quality images of small details without excessive grain.

The most rational step in this development was the removal of the second display on the back. These tiny screens have always looked more like a spectacular marketing gimmick than a useful tool, as they quickly drained the battery and made it difficult to choose cases. Thanks to this decision, Xiaomi has freed up a lot of internal space to install a powerful battery. This smartphone is designed for those who exhaust their gadgets throughout the day and hate to depend on portable batteries. Although the exact capacity figures have not yet been confirmed, it is expected to be extremely high. Xiaomi 17 Max looks like a heavy, powerful, and highly specialized device. If the dimensions of the device don’t scare you, it may turn out to be the most practical flagship of the company in recent years, the main thing is to have large enough palms to hold it.
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