Xiaomi has officially launched its highly anticipated Xiaomi 15 Series globally, marking a significant leap in mobile photography and AI-powered user experience. The flagship lineup, headlined by the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, promises to empower users with professional-grade imagery and seamless connectivity, all powered by the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 2.
The Xiaomi 15 Series is now available for pre-order in Malaysia. It is marketed as the “ultimate professional imagery flagship” because it features Leica Summilux optical lenses across its camera systems. Moreover, Xiaomi has introduced several new devices alongside the smartphones. These include the Xiaomi Pad 7 series, Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S4, and Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: A Photographer’s Dream
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, inspired by classic camera design, stands out with its premium build and sophisticated aesthetics. Available in Black, White, and Silver Chrome, the Ultra features a 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with a 3200-nit peak brightness and an upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
Photography enthusiasts will love the Ultra’s quad-camera system. To begin with, it features a 50MP Sony LYT-900 1-inch main sensor with a Leica Summilux lens. In addition, the setup includes a 70mm Leica floating telephoto camera, a 100mm Leica 200MP ultra-telephoto camera, and a 14mm Leica ultra-wide camera.
When it comes to video recording, the device offers impressive capabilities. Notably, it supports 4K at 120fps on both the main and telephoto cameras. Furthermore, it provides Dolby Vision at 4K 60fps for enhanced video quality. Most importantly, all lenses support 10-bit Log video recording, ensuring professional-grade footage.
For serious photographers, Xiaomi offers the Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit Legend Edition, a classically styled accessory with detachable thumb support, shutter buttons, and a 2,000mAh battery.
Xiaomi 15: Compact Powerhouse
The Xiaomi 15, designed for portability, features a 6.36-inch CrystalRes AMOLED display and a versatile triple-camera system spanning 14mm to 120mm. Its main camera boasts a Leica Summilux lens and a Light Fusion 900 sensor, delivering exceptional image quality. The device also supports 8K 30fps video recording and Dolby Vision at 4K 60fps.
HyperOS 2: Intelligent and Connected
Both the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Ultra are powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform and feature the Xiaomi HyperOS 2, which introduces HyperCore, HyperConnect, and HyperAI. HyperAI enhances productivity with AI Writing, AI Speech Recognition, and AI Creativity Assistant, while HyperConnect breaks down barriers between devices and platforms.
Pricing and Pre-order Specials
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra starts at RM5,199, while the Xiaomi 15 starts at RM3,499. Pre-orders from 2nd to 7th March include free premium gifts worth up to RM3,300, including the Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit Legend Edition (for Ultra only), a Xiaomi Watch S4, and various value-added benefits like extended warranty, screen replacement, and VIP customer service.
Availability
The Xiaomi 15 Series is now available for pre-order at Xiaomi stores and online at mi.com, Shopee, and Lazada.
