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Xiaomi 15, more launched in the Philippines

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Xiaomi 15

Xiaomi has made the Xiaomi 15 series available in the Philippines on Thursday, just a few days after the flagship smartphones were launched globally at the MWC 2025 in Barcelona.

Like Xiaomi Philippines did with the Xiaomi 14, only the Xiaomi 15 variant has been made available locally.

There are two storage configurations: the 12GB+256GB retails for PhP 45,999 while those who want to get twice the storage will have to shell out PhP 49,999.

Customers can choose from green, white, and black colorways. The phones will include a free Redmi Pad SE 8.7″ when customers preorder via Lazada or Shopee.

The 512GB variant, meanwhile, comes with the following when preordered from March 7 to 13:

  • 1+1 year extended warranty
  • VIP Service in Exclusive Service Centers
  • 6 months of Google One (100GB storage)
  • 4 months of Spotify Premium
  • Xiaomi Gift Box
  • Instant Photo Printer

The Xiaomi 15 series continues Xiaomi’s partnership with Leica, offering customers pinnacle-level mobile photography and even videography.

It also introduces Xiaomi HyperOS 2, and a slew of AI-powered features to elevate the usage experience further, like AI Writing, AI Search, AI Art, real-time subtitles, and more.

Xiaomi 15 specs and features

Unveiled during an exclusive event, the Xiaomi 15 features three Leica Summilux cameras on the rear:

  • 50MP f/1.62 Leica Light Fusion 900 main camera (23mm), OIS
  • 50MP f/2.0 Leica floating telephoto camera (60mm), OIS
  • 50MP f/2.2 Leica ultra-wide camera (14mm), 115-degree POV

A 32MP selfie camera in front completes the camera package. The telephoto camera can double as a macro shooter for subjects as close as 10cm.

For those into filming or content creation, the Xiaomi 15 can record up to 8K quality at 30fps, and up to 4K at 60fps. They can also shoot in log format or HDR Dolby Vision.

The Xiaomi 15, like its Ultra counterpart, is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile platform. They are the first Xiaomi flagships to sport the aforementioned processor. The phones support Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 connectivity.

The phone also equipped with the company’s IceLoop cooling system. In addition, it has a 5,240mAh battery which supports 90W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless charging.

In front, the device sports a 6.36-inch AMOLED display with dynamic 1-120Hz refresh rate. This panel supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. It also has a maximum brightness of 3,200nits, and comes with various eye comfort-related certifications.

Design wise, the IP68-rated Xiaomi 15 has a slightly-curved frame, with the volcano-inspired camera deco protruding slightly. It also has a narrower bezel on all four sides for better immersion.

Xiaomi HyperOS 2

Making the Xiaomi 15 a lot better than its predecessor is the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 2 platform, which introduces Xiaomi HyperCore, HyperConnect, and HyperAI.

These give users an enhanced mobile experience in functionality, system fluidity, cross-platform connectivity, security, privacy, and access to next-generation AI interactions and productivity tools.

Under HyperAI are AI Writing and AI Speech Recognition to boost efficiency. The AI Creativity Assistant, meanwhile, offers next-generation photographic and videography tools, like AI Image Enhancement, AI Eraser Pro, AI Film, and more.

And as part of a collaboration with Google, Xiaomi’s latest handsets come with Google Gemini, which can find and take actions across Xiaomi apps. Users can utilize Gemini for Xiaomi Notes, Calendar, and Clock for the first time.

Private Cloud Connect powered by Google Cloud also ensures security with multiple layers of encryption whenever using the Xiaomi 15.

New Xiaomi wearables, more

In addition to the Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi also unveiled new wearables now available for purchase in the Philippines: the Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro, Xiaomi Watch S4 and Smart Band 9 Pro.

They come with the following price tags:

  • Buds 5 Pro: PhP 9,599
  • Watch S4 (White, Rainbow, Black): Starts at PhP 7,799 (Starting March 14)
  • Smart Band 9 Pro (Silver, Black, Rose Gold): Starts at PhP 4,299

The Xiaomi Pad 7 Series was also unveiled, together with its Focus Pro Keyboard and Focus Pen.

The Pad 7 retails for the following discounted prices until March 16 via Lazada and Shopee:

  • 8GB+128GB: PhP 17,999 (from 19,999)
  • 8GB+256GB: PhP 21,499 (from 22,499)

On the other hand, the Pad 7 Pro is priced at:

  • 8GB+128GB: PhP 27,999 (from 29,999)
  • 8GB+256GB: PhP 23,999 (from 33,999)

The accessories, meanwhile, can be purchased for 30% off until March 16 as well.

REVIEW: The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is an 11-inch treat

Lastly, the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 Max and a new 212W HyperCharge Power Bank were both rolled out as well.

The e-scooter will be available for PhP 32,999 while the 24,500mAh power bank is priced at PhP 4,599.

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vivo V70 FE pre-orders now open, starts at PhP 25,999

Offers, perks available throughout pre-order period

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vivo has officially opened pre-orders for the vivo V70 FE, the more affordable follow-up to the vivo V70 launched last February.

The pre-order period is until April 24 and the midrange smartphone is available in two memory configurations:

  • 8GB+256GB: PhP 25,999
  • 12GB+256GB: PhP 29,999

Customers who place pre-orders at vivo stores nationwide will receive:

  • limited-time vivo VIP Card with a 6-month extended warranty and 6-month broken screen insurance
  • limited edition vivo Buds Air3
  • PhP 1,000 discount

Customers can also bring home the vivo V70 FE for as low as PhP 37/day with 0% interest installment plans up to 18 months via Home Credit.

In addition, Globe has been tapped as the official network partner for a free prepaid SIM with 1-year unli 5G.

The vivo V70 FE has a POP MART Zsiga Exclusive Photo Border, thanks to its partnership with the IP. You may recall that the vivo V70 also released an exclusive Golden Hour colorway earlier.

The device is built for creators with a 200MP main camera, which can deliver portraits at different focal lengths, including an 85mm zoom.

In front is a 32MP camera and a 6.81-inch 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display.

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7360-Turbo processor. It houses a 7,000mAh battery with support for 90W fast charging.

Customers can choose from three colorways: Muse Purple, Ocean Blue, and Urban Silver.

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Bellroy expands in the Philippines with retailer partnerships

Products now available at Beyond the Box, Digital Walker

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April 13, 2026

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Australian carry brand Bellroy has expanded its footprint in the Philippines, striking partnerships with retailers Beyond the Box and Digital Walker.

This shall enable Filipino customers to experience the brand’s award-winning, protective tech kits firsthand at select physical stores and even online.

Bellroy has befome a global favorite since its inception in 2010 for its design-led minimalism and commitment to sustainability.

Some of the brand’s featured products readily available in-store include MagSafe-compatible phone cases and the best-selling Desk Caddy and Tech kit.

The latter is designed to organize chargers and cables seamlessly.

Meanwhile, the Venture and Lite series bags are also available. These are crafted from durable, water-resistant fabrics made from 100% recycled PET plastic bottles.

Furthermore, exclusive editions featuring INNOVERA, a high-performance plant-based leather alternative with 80% renewable carbon content, are also on display.

Customers can visit select Digital Walker and Beyond the Box branches nationwide to check Bellroy’s offerings.

They are present at flagship locations in Bonifacio High Street, Uptown Mall, and Glorietta. Alternatively, customers can also shop online via digitalwalker.ph and beyondthebox.ph.

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MSI AI Summer Upgrade campaign: Big discounts until April 30

On select laptops, MSI Claw 8 AI+

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MSI is encouraging customers to take advantage of discounts of up to PhP 30,000 as part of their AI Summer Upgrade campaign.

The promo has been extended until April 30, and customers can also get PhP 5,000 worth of SM e-vouchers.

Some of MSI’s most popular models are part of the sale, including the Modern, Cyborg, Titan HX, Vector HX, and even the MSI Claw 8 AI+.

The flagship MSI Titan 18 HX AI is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU.

It comes with an 18-inch 120Hz UHD+ Mini LED display, and up to 64GB of DDR5 memory and up to 4TB of SSD storage.

During the promo period, it is offered at PhP 359,995 (30,000 off), along with MSI freebies and an SM e-voucher.

Meanwhile, the Vector 16 HX AI has an Intel Core Ultra 9 HX series processor as well, along with RTX 50 series graphics.

It is priced at PHP 159,995 with a complimentary SM e-voucher worth PhP 3,000.

For more affordable options, there’s the MSI Modern 15 with an Intel Core i5 processor and 15.6-inch HD display. It retails for PhP 36,995.

The MSI Cyborg 15, on the other hand, is an entry-level, RTX 50 gaming laptop priced at PhP 59,995 to make gaming more accessible without compromising performance.

Lastly, the MSI Claw 8 AI+ also comes at a discounted price of PhP 59,995 during the sale period. It has an Intel Core Ultra processor and integrated Intel Arc graphics for optimized handheld gaming.

Avail of the discounts on MSI products during the promo period at MSI concept stores, authorized retailers, and even online via Lazada and Shopee.

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