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Xiaomi 15T Series, next-gen AIoT products launched globally

Preorders now available for Xiaomi’s latest flagships

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The Xiaomi 15T Series and a new range of next-generation AIoT products have officially been launched globally.

The Xiaomi 15T Series is comprised of two variants: the Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro. Preorders have already begun islandwide and will last until October 10.

This launch marks a bold evolution of Xiaomi T Series from flagship photography and cutting-edge technology built for modern users.

Price

The Xiaomi 15T starts at £ 549 / EUR 649 while the Xiaomi 15T Pro starts at £649 / EUR 799. In Singapore, where preorders have already opened, the devices retail starting at SG$ 599 and SG$ 799, respectively.

In a nutshell, the main differences between the two models are their processors and camera packages. But both promise flagship performance, AI features, and new capabilities.

The two handsets run on the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 3, have Leica cameras, immersive displays, advanced connectivity, fast charging, and more.

Here’s a quick rundown of their specs and features:

Xiaomi 15T Pro

  • Black, Gray, Mocha Gold
  • MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ processor, 3nm, up to 3.73GHz
  • Up to 12GB+1TB configuration
  • 5,500mAh battery with 90W HyperCharge, 50W wireless HyperCharge
  • 6.83-inch 144Hz AMOLED display
  • Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0
  • Dual SIM and eSIM support

Xiaomi 15T

  • Black, Gray, Rose Gold
  • MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra, 4nm, up to 3.25GHz
  • Up to 12GB+512GB configuration
  • 5,500mAh battery with 67W HyperCharge
  • 6.83-inch 120Hz AMOLED display
  • Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6.0
  • Dual SIM with eSIM support

Leica cameras

Xiaomi 15T Pro Leica

In addition, here are the shooters installed on both smartphones, co-engineered with Leica:

Xiaomi 15T Pro

  • 50MP f/1.62 Leica 23mm main camera OIS
  • 50MP f/3.0 Leica 115mm super telephoto camera OIS
  • 12MP f/2.2 15mm Leica ultra-wide camera, 120° FOV
  • 32MP f/2.2 front camera

Xiaomi 15T

  • 50MP f/1.7 Leica 23mm main camera OIS
  • 50MP f/1.9 Leica 46mm telephoto camera
  • 12MP f/2.2 15mm Leica ultra-wide camera, 120° FOV
  • 32MP f/2.2 front camera

On the audiovisual side, both phones’ displays feature Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection, 447ppi pixel density, DCI-P3 color gamut, and HDR10+. These panels also come with a handful of TÜV Rheinland certifications. The phones are also IP68 rated.

Moreover, the phones also both support Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos and are Hi-Res and Hi-Res Wireless certified.

Xiaomi Astral Communication

Xiaomi 15T Pro

The Xiaomi 15T Series introduces Xiaomi Astral Communication, which is a suite of enhanced features to provide users extra peace of mind.

One such feature is Xiaomi Offline Communication, which makes its debut for this series. It allows communication between 15T devices up to 1.9 kilometers apart (15T Pro) without cellular or Wi-Fi networks for reliable contact. Super Antenna Array reinforces this innovation.

Xiaomi HyperOS 3

The latest version of Xiaomi’s OS comes with a slew of upgrades. It will roll out to several devices starting next month.

Aside from a refreshed look, it is meant to give users a more intuitive experience.

A new feature is Xiaomi HyperIsland for improved multitasking and dynamic notifications.

It’s also designed so users can access apps quicker and more seamlessly.

Moreover, HyperOS 3 features better interconnectivity across Xiaomi’s entire ecosystem of product offerings and beyond.

New features include synchronized screen unlocking, Touch to Share, screen casting, and more.

These support interconnectivity even with iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks, giving users easier ways to transfer files or utilize multiple devices.

Furthermore, Xiaomi HyperAI also received improvements across Text, Speech, Search, and Image areas.

AI powers several features like DeepThink Mode, Speech recognition, Voice enhancement, AI search, Gallery search, AI Dynamic Wallpapers, and more, so users can carry out tasks more efficiently and smartly, whatever they may be.

Xiaomi AIoT products

Coinciding with the launch of the Xiaomi 15T Series are a total of 14 AIoT products across the Smart Home, Wearables, and Entertainment categories:

  • Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm
  • Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Glimmer Edition
  • Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 5
  • Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 5 Pro
  • Xiaomi Vacuum Cleaner P30
  • Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S40 Pro
  • Xiaomi Truclean W30 Pro Wet Dry Vacuum
  • Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6
  • Xiaomi Smart Camera C701
  • Xiaomi Portable Photo Printer Pro
  • Xiaomi Dual Zone Air Fryer 10L
  • Xiaomi TV S Pro Mini LED Series 2027
  • Xiaomi Pad Mini
  • REDMI Pad 2 Pro

These new devices are designed to transform everyday life, spanning smart home cleaning, personal health monitoring, home security, next-level entertainment, and more.

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Canva teams up with SB19 to turn A’TIN’s passion into creativity

Campaign lets fans access assets, editable templates, more

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Canva Philippines has joined forces with SB19 and Sony Music Entertainment to launch the “Kaya sa Canva” campaign.

This first-of-its-kind initiative is aimed at transforming the popular Filipino boy band’s fanbase into creators by giving them access to official design assets, exclusive templates, and powerful creative tools.

That’s of course as fans have a way of creating artwork, banners, and more outputs to honor their idols.

As such, the partnership enables the A’TIN (SB19’s fanbase) to access the Canva-exclusive SB19’s Creative Hub.

This dedicated space lets fans access assets, including SB19-inspired sticker packs, custom typography, and editable templates inspired by the group.

Fans around the world will initially have access to templates for photo-booth strips, wallpapers, posters, and videos.

The campaign will then expand with Canva-exclusive assets celebrating the group’s New Era, as well as their latest single, “Lawless”.

Meanwhile, the original song “KAYA” is accompanied with an upbeat music video, doubling as a love letter to A’TIN and a masterclass in Canva’s tools.

Every visual and animation is fan-inspired, a celebration of the creativity, passion, and dedication that’s defined in the community from day one.

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The iPhone 18 might sell out for an unexpected reason

The ongoing shortage might play a part in the phone selling out earlier than expected.

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An iPhone selling out is not news. Because of how popular the phones are, it’s within the realm of probability that Apple runs out of stock at some point. According to a new report, this year won’t be any different… but it’s for an entirely different reason.

First reported by analyst Tim Culpan, Apple is reportedly struggling to meet its demand for semiconductors for the iPhone 18 and the foldable iPhone. The ongoing memory shortage is cutting off Apple’s ability to deliver the required supply of smartphones in a timely fashion. The report even claims that TSMC, which helps produce the iPhone, is sitting on a shipment of processors, worth US$ 1 billion, that don’t have memory chips.

Now, Apple is still confident that it can weather the launch. However, if the shortage persists, the iPhone 18 generation will likely sell out much more quickly than expected.

It’s an interesting time for Apple to experience such a shortage. It’s been heavily rumored that the company will launch its very first foldable phone next month, creating a new market for the brand. Apple definitely wants this attempt to succeed after the tepid response to its last new product, the Vision Pro.

SEE ALSO: Did Tim Cook just confirm that iPhone prices are going up?

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These “smart” glasses just sold out in under a week

DuckDuckGo touts that these glasses have zero AI, zero cameras, and an infinite battery life.

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Smart glasses are in a weird place right now. While a chunk of the population views them as cool and innovative, another significant chunk sees them as a privacy nightmare. If you’re in the latter group but want to see what life is like on the former, DuckDuckGo has a new product: a pair of anti-surveillance glasses with no camera or AI, otherwise known as just normal sunglasses.

If it’s not obvious, yes, it’s a troll product. DuckDuckGo is a search engine famously known for pushing privacy as a priority, opposing Google’s penchant for advertising and AI. Now, the search engine is taking on the smart glasses market.

Partnering with Knockaround, DuckDuckGo released the Paso Robles, a pair of sunglasses touted as having zero cameras, an always-offline mode, and a battery life of infinity.

It’s a statement piece. The rims have a logo mark, similar to the Meta’s glasses. The packaging also states that the glasses are “designed to block the sun, not send data to the cloud.”

Now, if you want a pair, they cost only US$ 35, as opposed to Meta’s US$ 299 price tag, but they are already sold out.

Which says quite a bit about today’s sentiment against AI and for privacy. Of course, to be fair, DuckDuckGo’s supply is certainly less than Meta’s stock for their smart glasses. It does, however, prove that the sentiment is there.

As of now, the world is slowly realizing that unimpeded smart glasses aren’t such a good idea, leading to people concerned about their privacy. In fact, some states have already started banning the technology in certain public spaces.

SEE ALSO: New York becomes first state to ban smart glasses

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