The new range of Xiaomi Android 12 smartphones was presented on December 28, 2021 in China. It was then that, by the hand of Lei Jun, we met three new mobile devices, the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X, as well as the Xiaomi 12 Pro.
However, a few days after the official presentation we now see an image that shows us the prototypes of both Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro devices. Both show differences with the final design with, for example, larger cameras and different colors.
The following image shows us the differences between the prototype versions and the final product that we recently met.
This could have been the appearance of Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro.
The image has now been disseminated through the Chinese social network. Weibo, but specifically on the Xiaomi Community page, with one of the participants showing us the changes made by the manufacturer until the presentation of the product in question.
Thus, we see that the general characteristics are the same between the prototypes and the final version of Xiaomi smartphones. However, there are subtle differences such as color schemes. Note that the official Xiaomi 12 does not have the bright dot color scheme that can be seen in the prototype image.
According to the first reports from entities that already physically have the new Xiaomi 12 smartphone, the most similar color scheme is more pink. On the other hand, the color scheme sold by Xiaomi is closer to purple (official color scheme).
On the other hand, the main chamber of the prototype is larger than the one we have in the final product. That is, we see a module and a camera island of apparently larger dimensions compared to the product that would finally be presented on December 28.
Xiaomi 12 range of smartphones was presented on December 28
On the other hand, the camera module and the island have, in the official version, a metallic finish, painted according to the color scheme of the product. Something that is not the case in the prototype version, with a dual, glossy and matte finish.
It is true that most users will never compare the prototypes with the official product, so this comparison exercise is purely academic. It is a curiosity to stimulate fans of the brand and a rare opportunity to observe the development process, a small part of it, of new smartphones.
Finally, on a strictly personal note, I ended up preferring the official version look with the color scheme to find reflection in the main chambers island paint and coating.
What is your general opinion on the design of the new Xiaomi 12?
