They say fashion is cyclical, and that is exactly what Xiaomi has just prepared, that in the middle of the 21st century and with all the existing technologies, wants to bring back the walkie talkie!

But not a normal walkie talkie, one adapted to the technology we have now. It has been almost one hundred years since the precursor of the current Motorola brought the walkie talkie to the world, and yes, although you probably had a toy one, they were created for military use and it was a complete revolution.

As now, because the new Xiaomi Digital Walkie Talkie arrives with a color screen, Bluetooth, water resistance, up to 100 hours of autonomy and a range of 5 kilometers. All that for about 42 dollars in China. Nostalgia and real utility, designed for those places where the cell phone does not work (the places without coverage) or even for the army to continue with their work.

The usual design

This walkie talkie is as always, its external antenna and its big buttons, but something changes. Xiaomi has added a 1.57-inch color LED screen that shows information so the user can manage contacts, configure options and even see the relative location of who is speaking on the other side, very useful, don’t?

It is protected with IP54 certification (which means it resists dust and splashes) and it can also connect to Bluetooth headphones, something that makes it more comfortable without depending on cables (tbh, we all love wireless things, don’t you?)

Range and battery

Maybe this is the most interesting part of this device, coming as we do from smartphones that seem like landlines because of the little autonomy they have. This walkie offers 2,500 mAh of battery that offers up to 100 hours on standby and about 14 hours of conversation! Incredible.

They have also opted for high-definition FDMA technology. The range is 5 kilometers in open field and up to 10,000 square meters indoors. That is, it works both on a hike and in a warehouse or a shopping mall.

What is it used for in practice

It may sound like a simple nod to the past, but this walkie talkie is a real tool. In the mountains, camps or trips where there is no signal, it guarantees immediate communication between several people. It is also practical in events, logistics, security or even for families moving in large spaces.

The advantage over the cell phone is immediacy, you press a button and talk. There is no need for coverage or a call process. In coordination or emergency situations, that detail can make the difference.

And the price?

For 349 yuan (about $42), Xiaomi offers a device that surpasses many walkie talkies in its range. The value for money makes it a very attractive option both for professionals and for those who just want a useful gadget for getaways or outdoor activities.

Xiaomi knows

The Xiaomi Digital Walkie Talkie is proof that the old still has a place in the present! Resistant, with good autonomy and a price hard to ignore, it becomes a real alternative for those who need to communicate without depending on the cell phone.

In a market full of smartphones that look like clones, Xiaomi wants to make a difference with an object that brings nostalgia and a lot of interest. Not everything is about a smartphone, sometimes the most basic is still the most useful, don’t you think?!