Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 960fps Video Recording Confirmed; Leaked Images Show Dual Front Cameras

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is set to launch later this week and details related to its specifications, features, and design continue to pour in. The Mi Mix 3 will officially be unveiled on October 25 in China, and with just a couple of days to go, Xiaomi has confirmed one of its camera features. The company has informed that the camera in the upcoming smartphone will support 960fps slow-motion video recording. Meanwhile, a fresh set of images said to be of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 has been spotted showcasing its fingerprint sensor and dual front camera setup. To recall, Xiaomi had recently confirmed that the smartphone will sport dual 24-megapixel selfie cameras.

Donovan Sung, a global spokesperson for Xiaomi, on Monday, posted a tweet confirming that the Mi Mix 3 will feature slow-motion video recording support, capable of capturing 960 frames per second. He posted a sample video clip showcasing the functionality. To recall, Sony was one of the first major mobile makers to introduce the 960fps video recording support in its Xperia XZ Premium₹ 40,994 and Xperia XZ2 handsets. Later, Samsung had brought the 'Super Slow Motion' mode with the launch of its 2018 flagships - Galaxy S9₹ 42,990 and Galaxy Note 9. Recently, another Chinese manufacturer Huawei had added 960fps video recording to the P20 Pro₹ 64,999 smartphone.

Xiaomi could also introduce an in-display fingerprint sensor in its upcoming Mi Mix 3 smartphone, however, this is yet to be confirmed. Meanwhile, a video of an alleged Mix 3 posted by YouTube channel Tech News hints at a possible fingerprint sensor under the display, or a fast unlock feature. However, there is no clarity on the same.

Interestingly, a post on Weibo, by a tipster, gives us a look at an alleged live image of the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3. According to the image, the Mi Mix 3 will feature a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Additionally, the handset is seen to come with a glass back, so wireless charging should be enabled. The leaked image also showcases a vertically positioned dual rear camera setup. Additionally, in another post on Weibo, a tipster provided more alleged images of the handset showcasing a dual front-facing camera setup present on the slider and a bezel-less design.

Meanwhile, in another Mi Mix 3 teaser posted by Xiaomi on Weibo, the company has suggested that there will be an art-focussed special edition of the handset. A rough translation of the text suggests that Xiaomi has worked with the British Museum to design a Ceramic White Colour variant of the Mi Mix 3.