Xiaomi 15 Series Launch: Features, Specifications, and Global Availability

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Xiaomi has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, at a global event in Barcelona, featuring pro-grade cameras, AI-powered capabilities, and robust hardware. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is tailored for photography enthusiasts, boasting a Leica-inspired design with a durable glass fiber and PU leather finish. It is equipped with a 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with 3200 nits peak brightness and an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for swift unlocking. The quad-camera system comprises a 50MP 1-inch Leica main camera, a 70mm floating telephoto camera, a 100mm 200MP ultra-telephoto camera, and a 14mm ultra-wide lens, supporting 4K video recording at 120fps, Dolby Vision at 60fps, and an advanced stabilisation system for professional-quality videos.

The Xiaomi 15 offers a more compact design with a 6.36-inch CrystalRes AMOLED display and a sleek aluminium frame. It features a versatile triple-camera setup with a 50MP Leica main camera, a 60mm floating telephoto lens, and a 14mm ultra-wide camera, supporting 8K video recording at 30fps and Dolby Vision 4K at 60fps. Both models operate on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform with Xiaomi’s IceLoop cooling system for enhanced performance. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is powered by a 5410mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging, while the Xiaomi 15 has a 5240mAh battery with 50W wireless charging, running on Xiaomi HyperOS 2, offering AI-powered tools like speech recognition, image enhancement, and cross-device connectivity with iOS/macOS support.

The technical specifications of the Xiaomi 15 series include: * Display: 6.36-inch CrystalRes AMOLED (Xiaomi 15) and 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED (Xiaomi 15 Ultra) * Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform * RAM: 12GB / 16GB LPPDDR5x * Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0 * Rear camera: Triple-camera setup (Xiaomi 15) and quad-camera setup (Xiaomi 15 Ultra) * Front camera: 32MP * Battery: 5240mAh (Xiaomi 15) and 5410mAh (Xiaomi 15 Ultra) * Charging: 50W wireless charging (Xiaomi 15) and 90W wired and 80W wireless charging (Xiaomi 15 Ultra) * Operating system: Xiaomi HyperOS 2 * Other features: In-display fingerprint sensor, IP68 water-and-dust resistant rating, and Leica camera system.

The Xiaomi 15 is priced starting at EUR 999 (approximately ₹90,000), and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra starts at EUR 1499 (approximately ₹1,36,000). The Photography Kit is available separately at EUR 199 (approximately ₹18,000). Further details on India pricing and availability will be announced on March 11. The global launch of the Xiaomi 15 series marks a significant milestone for the company, as it aims to establish itself as a major player in the premium smartphone segment.

The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to be launched in India on March 11, with the company likely to announce pricing and availability details for the Indian market. The series is expected to compete with other premium smartphones in the market, offering a unique combination of advanced camera capabilities, robust hardware, and AI-powered features. With its global launch, the Xiaomi 15 series is poised to make a significant impact in the smartphone market, offering consumers a new range of options in the premium segment.