Xiaomi Mi Crowdfunding Program Introduced in India

Chinese handset maker Xiaomi today announced the launch of its Mi Crowdfunding through which it will sell a select range of “innovation-driven products”. The Mi Crowdfunding platform will allow users to support, buy a product, and help Xiaomi decide which products should they launch in India. Xiaomi introduced the Mi Crowdfunding program in India as part of the company’s Mi Fan Festival that will run from April 5-6. “India is the first country outside of China where we are launching the ‘crowdfunding’ platform. It will enable us to gauge response for new product categories among consumers and determine a roadmap for such products,” Xiaomi India Head Online Sales Raghu Reddy said.

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As of now, Xiaomi has announced two new accessories on the platform. Starting today, the Mi Bluetooth Audio Receiver and the Mi Selfie Stick Tripod will be available for funding at Rs 1099 and Rs 999 respectively.

However, only after reaching a certain required number of sale, will the product be shipped to the customer. In case the product fails to meet the targeted sales in the set timeline, customers get their money back.

These devices are available in 1000 numbers, and one has to pay the amount upfront to back the product. The prices of these devices will be less than the usual price tag.

The Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Audio Receiver is based on Bluetooth 4.2 technology, and it converts wired earphones and headphones into wireless headphones. It can also be used convert your analogue Car music system into a wireless music system. The device comes with built-in professional AMP chip, and has a single button for on/off and connecting to other devices. It comes with a 97mAh battery which Xiaomi claims that can play music up to 4-5 hours on a single charge.