Another day, another smartphone release ... but the launch of the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 series is different.

That's because this trio of devices — the Redmi Note 13, Redmi Note 13 Pro, and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G — are packed with features that'll get even the most jaded tech enthusiast's pulse racing. 

Here are five reasons to get excited about the Redmi Note 13 series:

1. Smart home integration 

Your new Redmi Note 13 Series phone is the keystone of a smart home environment thanks to its ability to seamlessly integrate with Xiaomi smart wearables and smart home appliances. 

Keen to start living the smart life? Take advantage of this brilliant bundle deal: Get the Redmi Note 13 for R329 a month, the Redmi Note 13 Pro for R429 a month, or the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G for R699 a month, on a 36-month contract from Vodacom, and you'll have the option to add a Xiaomi smart wearable or appliance to your contact for a nominal extra cost.

So, from only R9 extra a month, you could bundle your new smartphone with a Redmi Smart Watch, Xiaomi Smart Robot Vacuum, Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer, Xiaomi Smart Speaker or Xiaomi Smart Fan.

Act fast: this deal is only valid until May 6 or while stocks last. For more information, visit the Vodacom website. 

2. Fast chargers included

Unlike some other smartphone brands which don’t even give you a charger in the box anymore, Xiaomi has included a high-wattage charger with each of the devices in the Redmi Note 13 series.

The Redmi Note 13 has a 33W fast charger, the Redmi Note 13 Pro has a 67W turbocharger and the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G kicks things into high gear with a 120W hypercharger.

With these fast chargers in play, the Redmi Note 13 Pro powers up to 100% in just 45 minutes, while the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G cuts that down to an astounding 19 minutes — numbers that were unthinkable a few years ago. 

3. Incredible 200MP shooters

Both the Redmi Note 13 Pro and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G come with a triple rear camera set-up comprising a 200MP main shooter, an 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP macro camera. 

Combine this with Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS), 2X/4X optical-grade lossless zoom, professional lens calibration and a slew of built-in editing options, and you don’t just have a new camera phone in your pocket, you have a content creation suite that's ready to go at all times. 

The Redmi Note 13 is no slouch in the photographic department either: a 108MP main shooter headlines its rear camera set-up, which includes an 8MP ultra-wide and a 2MP macro camera. 

All three devices in the Redmi Note 13 series are also equipped with 16MP front-facing cameras.

4. All that storage

While we’re supposed to love cloud storage and its flexibility and space, what we really love is instant access and ownership of our data, which still makes local storage king in our books. 

That’s why we have to mention the huge 512GB of storage on the Redmi Note 13 Pro and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G. Even when capturing super high-resolution pictures and videos with those impressive cameras, it’s going to take a while to fill half a terabyte of storage. 

Aside from pictures and video, that also means ample space for apps and all their data, so if you’re someone who loves having everything installed all at once, you’re catered for here. 

It's worth noting that, with 256GB, the Redmi Note 13 also doesn't skip on storage space.

5. The best picture in town

The devices in the Redmi Note 13 series have generous 6.67″ screens sporting AMOLED panels. If you haven’t used an AMOLED screen yet, you owe it to yourself to get down to the nearest brick-and-mortar phone or electronics store to see it in person. 

AMOLED technology doesn’t just give you the deepest blacks and the most accurate colour reproduction, but also the super high brightness to properly appreciate the picture, even in direct sunlight.

You'll also have peace of mind that these beautiful screens will be protected thanks to Gorilla Glass 5 and IP68-rated dust and water resistance. 

Order your new Redmi Note 13 series smartphone today, visit the Vodacom website.

This article was sponsored by Xiaomi.