Xiaomi is expanding its audio ecosystem in the Philippines with the arrival of the Mijia Smart Audio Glasses and REDMI Buds 8 Lite, with an aim of making everyday listening more flexible in various scenarios – work, travel, and entertainment. The new wearables arrive alongside the REDMI Note 15 Series and broaden the brand’s AIoT offerings for local consumers.
Mijia Smart Audio Glasses
Mijia Smart Audio Glasses blend classic eyewear silhouette with open-ear audio, featuring a speaker system and four built-in microphones into slim, lightweight frames. It comes in three styles—Titanium, Pilot-Style, and Browline—with interchangeable lenses and a quick-release mechanism on selected models for easier customization and style changes.
The design centers on comfort and durability, with the Titanium variant featuring a frame weighing 27.6 g (without lenses) and a narrowed 5 mm profile near the temples intended to reduce pressure on the ears. It also boasts a reinforced piano-wire hinge rated to withstand up to 15,000 flexes, along with IP54 dust and splash resistance which helps the glasses withstand daily wear, from humid commutes to light rain.
Audio performance and smart features
The open-ear speaker system allows users to stay aware of their surroundings during city walks or outdoor trips while still enjoying clear audio, assisted by wind noise reduction rated up to 4.5 m/s. During calls and meetings in shared spaces, a dedicated privacy mode uses a tailored algorithm to keep audio intelligible for the wearer while limiting sound leakage to nearby listeners.
The Mijia Smart Audio Glasses work with the Xiaomi Glasses app, which enables users to customize touch gestures on the temple panels, including assigning a long press to trigger a smartphone voice assistant for quick, hands-free interactions.
The app also supports recording of audio, media files, and face-to-face conversations with an LED indicator lighting up during recording, and offers dual-device connectivity so users can switch between devices such as a smartphone and a laptop more fluidly.
Battery life and charging
Each pair of Mijia Smart Audio Glasses houses compact 114 mAh custom non-coaxial steel-cased batteries placed toward the ends of the temples. A 10‑minute top-up is rated to deliver around 4 hours of playback, while a full charge from zero to 100% takes about an hour under test conditions. A full charge can provide up to 13 hours of continuous music playback.
REDMI Buds 8 Lite
The REDMI Buds 8 Lite target users looking for an accessible true wireless option with active noise control and everyday durability. Available in Black, White, and Blue, the earbuds feature a straightforward, sturdy exterior and are designed to complement fast-paced routines where quick pairing and charging are important.
At the center of the audio setup is a 12.4 mm titanium-diaphragm driver intended to deliver clear sound with detailed reproduction across music, videos, and calls. Support for Bluetooth 5.4 and AAC/SBC codecs allows compatibility with a broad range of devices, from smartphones to laptops, while maintaining stable connectivity during daily use.
Noise control, call quality, and customization on the buds
The earbuds include a Transparency mode that lets users stay aware of their surroundings when needed, such as during commuting or office use. For more immersive listening, REDMI Buds 8 Lite offer hybrid active noise cancellation rated up to 42 dB at specific frequency ranges, combining talk and feedback microphones to suppress low-frequency ambient noise.
For voice calls, dual-mic AI environmental noise cancellation leverages a microphone array and algorithms to keep the user’s voice clear even in windy conditions up to 6 m/s. Users can also choose from five preset EQ modes or fine-tune audio via the Xiaomi Earbuds app, adjusting bass, vocals, or treble balance to better match personal listening preferences.
Battery life, connectivity, and charging for the buds
REDMI Buds 8 Lite support dual-device connectivity, enabling simultaneous connection to two devices and automatic switching based on the call source, which is useful for those who frequently jump between a phone and a laptop. This multi-device capability is complemented by fast pairing and controls tuned for daily productivity and entertainment.
On the battery front, the earbuds are rated to deliver up to 2 hours of music playback after a 10‑minute charge when paired with a charging case that has at least 20% remaining capacity. In typical conditions, total battery life can reach up to 36 hours with the charging case, depending on firmware, volume level, and feature usage such as ANC or Transparency mode.
Pricing and AIoT ecosystem context
The Mijia Smart Audio Glasses is priced starting at PHP 12,999 for the Titanium model, while the Browline and Pilot-Style variants start from PHP 10,999. The REDMI Buds 8 Lite comes in three colors – Black, White, Blue with prices starting from PHP 1,199.
The new audio wearables join other AIoT products such as the Mijia Smart Air Purifier Max and Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 and 6 Lite.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Who are the Mijia Smart Audio Glasses best suited for?
A: The glasses are suited to users who want discreet audio, hands-free controls, and awareness of their surroundings, such as commuters, frequent walkers, and professionals who take calls on the go.
Q: What use cases match REDMI Buds 8 Lite best?
A: REDMI Buds 8 Lite are designed for listeners who prioritize portability, hybrid active noise cancellation, and long combined battery life for everyday music, video, and calls across multiple devices.
Q: Are these devices part of Xiaomi’s wider AIoT strategy?
A: Yes, both wearables complement Xiaomi’s broader AIoT ecosystem, sitting alongside products like air purifiers and electric scooters, and are meant to integrate with smartphones and other connected devices.
Q: How much is the Mijia Smart Audio Glasses and REDMI Buds 8 in the Philippines?
A: The Mijia Smart Audio Glasses is priced starting at PHP 12,999 for the Titanium model, while the Browline and Pilot-Style variants start from PHP 10,999. The REDMI Buds 8 Lite comes in three colors – Black, White, Blue with prices starting from PHP 1,199.
For more information visit Xiaomi Philippines’ official website.
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
