Xiaomi has announced that it will be launching its own Android set-top box powered by Android.

The announcement was made during Google I/O conference. The Android TV is called Mi Box and it will definitely ship in the United States. Earlier versions of Xiaomi's box were only available overseas.

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The Mi Box will ship with the newest version of Android, tentatively named Android N. It features picture-in-picture support, APIs for live video recording, and playback of High Dynamic Range content. A miniature remote will be added for free, but can add on a Xiaomi-branded game controller if buyers wish.

It features quad-core Cortex A52 2.0GHz processor, 2GB of RAM, and a mere 8GB of local storage. It is not clear if there is a MicroSD card slot, but there's a standard USB 2.0 port for memory expansion, and Android 6.0's adoptable storage should come in handy for users who want more.

The Chinese smartphone manufacturer said that its Android TV includes Wi-Fi with the 5GHz band for quick video streaming, HDMI’s latest 2.0a standard to support 4K video, and supports audio standards such as Dolby Digital Plus and DTS Surround Sound. The remote is powered by a pair of AAA batteries and includes a microphone for voice searches.

“This is a significant milestone for Xiaomi and I am really excited to be working closely with Google to bring such a great product to our fans in the US. I believe US consumers will truly enjoy the Android TV experience on Mi Box, which brings stunning 4K HDR video and a wide variety of content to your living room,” said Hugo Barra, Vice President, Xiaomi Global.

Xiaomi’s new platform has gained apps from a diverse range of content partners including CNN, Comedy Central, Disney, and ESPN. Others include MTV, Freeform, Nickelodeon, Spotify, STARZ, and WATCH ABC.

In 2013, the Chinese smartphone tech company has sold millions of set-top boxes and smart TVs in China, where it is one of the most popular electronics companies. The company has been trying to expand its products in the North American and European markets in the past, and the arrival of the Mi Box for American customers further underscores its expansion.

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