Xiaomi's new phablet seeks to outdo Apple's iPhone 6 Plus

The latest Android handset from Xiaomi aims to overshadow Apple’s iPhone 6 Plus, with a sleek design, cutting edge specs, and a starting price at less than half that of the competition.The Chinese handset maker unveiled its new phablet on Thursday, calling the device the Xiaomi Note. It’s meant to compete against other high-end big-screen smartphones. Xiaomi will be offering it in China on Jan. 27 for a starting price of 2299 yuan (US$376), when bought without a contract.The 5.7-inch devi