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POCO M8 5G Launch Tomorrow: Budget King?
2 Jan
Summary
- POCO M8 5G launches January 8, 2026, in India.
- Features a 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with 3200 nits peak brightness.
- Promises four years of Android and six years of security updates.
Get ready for the POCO M8 5G, launching in India tomorrow, January 8, 2026. POCO has officially confirmed the launch date and first sale details, with Flipkart serving as the exclusive sales partner. The device will be available starting at 12 PM IST, promising a feature-packed experience in the budget segment.
The POCO M8 5G is engineered with a premium build, featuring a large 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display that refreshes at a smooth 120 Hz. Its peak brightness reaches up to 3,200 nits, ensuring excellent visibility. The phone is remarkably slim at 7.35 mm and weighs only 178 g. Under the hood, it's powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, complemented by Android 15-based HyperOS 2.
Beyond its display and performance, the POCO M8 5G includes a 50-megapixel AI primary camera and a substantial 5,520 mAh battery with fast charging support. POCO is also providing an impressive software support package: four years of Android version updates and six years of security updates, setting a new standard for longevity in its class. While pricing is yet to be revealed, an aggressive cost is anticipated.
