This coincides with increased adoption of smart home hubs like the Amazon Echo, not to
mention wider availability of Internet of Things gadgets, in general, from thermostats to smart locks.
No
mention of international
availability as of now, but thanks to the
wide LTE support, you'll be able to use the Mi Note 2 in the U.S.. That's a big deal for Xiaomi as it tries to make its way to Western markets.