Smartphones
Xiaomi 14T series with AI, night photography now official
Price, availability in the Philippines
Xiaomi has officially launched the new Xiaomi 14T series, the brand’s latest Leica-powered flagship smartphones. The series comes in the AI-powered Xiaomi 14T Pro and Xiaomi 14T models.
The Xiaomi 14T Pro is priced at starting at PhP 39,999 for the 12GB+512GB variant and PhP 41,999 for the configuration with twice the internal storage.
Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 14T is priced at PhP 25,999 for the 12GB+256GB variant and PhP 27,999 for the 12GB+512GB variant.
Both phones come in Titan Gray, Blue, and Black colorways while the 14T has an additional color option in Lemon Green.
All models under the lineup come with free gifts worth PhP 2,099. Customers who purchase also get a 1+1 year extended warranty, one time free screen replacement, and six months of Google One storage subscription (100GB).
Redefining night photography
Xiaomi’s latest flagship smartphone lineup is again designed for photography enthusiasts, with a focus on nighttime shooting. The top-tier mobile imaging capabilities are coupled with AI features.
The Xiaomi 14T Pro, in particular, has a versatile triple camera system spanning five focal lengths from 15mm to 120mm. The package consists of the following Leica Summilux shooters:
- 50MP 1/1.31″ f/1.6 Light Fusion 900 camera OIS, PDAF
- 50MP 1/2.88″ f/2.0 telephoto camera PDAF
- 12MP 1/3.06″ f/2.2 ultra-wide camera
On the other hand, the Xiaomi 14T boasts of a 50MP f/1.7 Sony IMX906 camera, along with similar 50MP telephoto and 12MP ultrawide cameras. Both have 32MP wide selfie cameras in front.
The Xiaomi 14T Pro’s camera system is powered by Xiaomi AISP, an AI LM computational photography platform based on FusionLM.
This platform enhances dynamic range and reduces noise for extraordinary detail and vibrant colors, even in challenging conditions.
The series also supports UltraHDR format by leveraging FusionLM, enhancing the HDR experience.
In addition, PortraitLM within the platform enhances Master Portrait mode, which covers a focal range of 23mm to 75mm.
This way, users can be ensured of layered and detailed portrait photos with enhanced depth, clarity, and a natural bokeh effect.
Beyond their impressive capabilities, the series also excels in videography. Users can effortlessly film cinematic videos that default to a 2.39:1 aspect ratio. The cameras also support Cinematic Blur and Rack Focus switching.
Moreover, MasterCinema records HDR videos in the 10-bit Rec. 2020 format. The Xiaomi 14T devices can record up to 4K at 30fps, capturing more detail in light and shadow.
Advanced AI everyday
Furthermore, the Xiaomi 14T series levels up productivity and creativity with advanced on-device and cloud-based AI capabilities across search, voice, text, image, and video.
The devices under the latest series debuts Circle to Search with Google. That makes the Xiaomi 14T series the first Xiaomi offerings to get the feature.
Moreover, the phones come with Google Gemini so users can Chat with Gemini to aid in writing, learning, planning, and more scenarios.
The Xiaomi 14T series also has AI Interpreter for meetings and calls, as well as AI Notes and AI Recorder for quick summaries and transcriptions.
On the creative side, AI Image Editing, AI Eraser Pro, AI Film, and AI Portrait are just some of the tools users can utilize on either device to elevate the experience.
Ultra smooth, immersive
Both devices under the Xiaomi 14T series are equipped with a 6.67-inch AMOLED CrystalRes Display. The panel has a 1.5K (2,712 x 1,220) resolution, coupled with a pixel density of 446 ppi.
In addition, the screen has up to 144Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3 color coverage, and a peak brightness of 4,000 nits. The visual experience is complemented by Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification and Dolby Atmos stereo speakers.
For their processors, the Pro model is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor, while the 14T has a Dimensity 8300-Ultra.
These chipsets deliver up to a 37% improvement in CPU performance and up to a 60% boost in GPU performance.
For gamers, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is also equipped with Xiaomi 3D IceLoop system for effective heat management.
Inside the phones are a 5,000mAh battery that, for the first time in the Xiaomi T series, can be charged wirelessly using 50W wireless charging.
The 14T Pro supports 120W HyperCharge for a full charge in as fast as 19 minutes. On the other hand, the 14T supports 67W HyperCharge.
Lastly, the devices have IP68 certification for dust and water resistance, ensuring up to 116% better resilience.
Philippines
realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition: Price, availability in the Philippines
Hogwarts magic meets smartphone design
The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition is now available in the Philippines for PHP 39,999. This limited-edition smartphone features a color-changing Hogwarts crest, an exclusive Harry Potter-themed interface, and a collection of Wizarding World memorabilia.
Limited to fewer than 200 units nationwide, the special edition is designed for fans and collectors of the beloved franchise.
Hogwarts magic in every detail
The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition comes in Magic Brown, featuring an Enchanted Texture Leather back with a three-dimensional diamond pattern inspired by wizard chessboards.
Its centerpiece is the Hogwarts Four-House Crest, which reveals the signature colors of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff when exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light. This effect uses realme’s Quadra Light-Sensing Color-changing Tech.
The phone also features a gold Hedwig-inspired camera design, matching gold accents along its edges, and a laser-engraved “Welcome to Hogwarts” inscription on the side.
A Hogwarts-inspired interface
The Harry Potter theme extends to the phone’s software. Exclusive wallpapers depict Hogwarts Castle at different times of the day, with Golden Dawn for daytime and Mystic Dusk for nighttime.
Other customizations include boot-up and fingerprint animations inspired by Hogwarts acceptance letters, more than 30 redesigned app icons, and camera watermarks inspired by the four Hogwarts houses.
A trunk full of collectibles
The limited-edition packaging takes the form of a Harry Potter-inspired trunk featuring the Hogwarts crest and the realme 16 Pro Harry Potter Edition branding.
Inside, fans will find a Hogwarts acceptance letter addressed to Mr. Potter, character postcards featuring Harry, Ron, and Hermione, and bookmarks representing all four Hogwarts houses.
The package also includes Hogwarts Crest pins and a Hogwarts Express-inspired ticket bearing the route from London to Hogwarts via Platform 9¾.
realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition price and availability
The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition is priced at PHP 39,999 in the Philippines. Only fewer than 200 units will be available nationwide.
Hogwarts-inspired store displays will be available at the following locations:
- SM Fairview
- SM North EDSA
- SM Calamba
The device will also be available at kiosks in SM Clark, SM Dasmariñas, and SM Megamall.
For further updates, visit realme’s official Facebook page.
Samsung has unveiled the new Samsung Galaxy A18 and Samsung Galaxy A08 smartphones in the Philippines.
These affordable A series handsets bring more capable performance, long-term reliability, and core AI experiences to users.
The Galaxy A18 features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display and is powered by a Helio G99+ processor.
It comes with an upgraded DDR5 memory and supports RAM Plus, which uses available storage as virtual memory.
At its back is a 50MP wide camera, 5MP ultra-wide camera, and 2MP macro camera.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A08 comes with a 6,000mAh battery, Helio G99+ processor, and upgraded memory.
It also comes with a similar 50MP main camera, along with a 2MP depth camera, and 8MP front camera.
Core AI experiences, long-term reliability
Both the Galaxy A18 and Galaxy A08 come with core AI experiences, including Circle to Search.
Moreover, both phones come with multiple AI agents to help users move more seamlessly between supported Galaxy native apps, Google apps, and select third-party apps.
Both handsets also feature IP64 rating for protection against dust and water splashes.
Furthermore, the devices support up to six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates.
Price, availability
The Samsung Galaxy A08 comes in Dark Blue, Silver, and Green, for the following prices:
- 4GB+64GB: PhP 11,190
- 4GB+128GB: PhP 13,090
Samsung is offering up to PhP 1,200 in savings until November 30.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy A18 will be available by December in Black, Silver, and Light Blue.
Hands-On
Apple iPhone Duo Unboxing and Hands-on
Supported apps, crease, cameras, and MagSafe all tested
Apple’s iPhone Duo is finally here!
Aside from unboxing the all-new iPhone-dable in Night Sky, we take a closer look at the display crease, check out the under-display camera quality, see which MagSafe accessories work with it.
Most of all, which apps support it (or not).
But how well does the dual-screen experience on an iPhone actually work? Watch our Apple iPhone Duo unboxing and hands-on to know more!
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