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Xiaomi 15T Series, Gold Collection pricing in the Philippines

Latest flagship smartphones, more launched in the country

Published

September 25, 2025

Manila Connoisseur

The Xiaomi 15T Series and Xiaomi’s latest AIoT devices are quick to roll out in several markets.

The Xiaomi 15T and Xiaomi 15T Pro are now both official in the Philippines, just a day after its global launch.

Xiaomi’s latest flagships come in two configurations (256GB, 512GB) and at affordable starting price points of PhP 26,999 for the 15T and PhP 37,999 for the 15T Pro.

The preorder period is from September 26 to October 9. Customers will also get a free Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro for in-store orders.

The two latest handsets promise flagship performance, AI capabilities, and new features.

They 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
12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
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
12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
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

Meanwhile, here are the cameras installed on each variant:

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

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 Gold Collection

Graphics by Vincenz Lee | GadgetMatch

On top of the new Xiaomi 15T Series, the company also launched new AIoT devices spanning the Smart Home, Wearables, and Entertainment categories.

A definite highlight was the Xiaomi Gold Collection. Comprised of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Glimmer Edition, and OpenWear Stereo Pro, these new accessories and wearables come in stylish colorways that complement the Mocha Gold and Rose Gold variants of the 15T Series models.

These join several other new offerings, including Xiaomi’s first flagship mini tablet, the Xiaomi Pad Mini, and its smart cameras.

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This rumored iPhone 18 color will make you switch phones

The rumored Dark Cherry color looks so premium.

Published

April 27, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Image source: Macworld

(Cosmic) orange is the new black. With the iPhone 17 series, Apple introduced the color as the next fashion statement for the ubiquitous phone. If you see an orange phone today, chances are that it’s an all-new iPhone 17 Pro Max. This year, the series might get another new statement color: Dark Cherry.

Though the usual suspects of colors will always be there, Apple often leaves a bit of room for more experimental options for those who want to stand out with their new phone. As you can probably tell from the ongoing deluge of orange, the strategy is working well for Apple.

According to Macworld, Apple is working on a Dark Cherry option for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.

Red isn’t a color foreign to the iPhone. In the past, several generations included a limited red colorway option. If the reports are true, red might be a standard option, rather than a limited edition.

But, of course, Dark Cherry is different from the red that we’re used to. Instead of the bright red, the new option will be more similar to the color of wine.

Besides Dark Cherry, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will also have Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver as options. Though Light Blue also looks great, the wine-like color looks like a personal highlight for me. I didn’t know I wanted a wine-colored iPhone until I saw the renders for this.

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Google might be moving away from flat design

Bye bye, Material Design.

Published

April 27, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

It’s time to kindly shove off, flat design. After over a decade of Google’s Material Design, Android is finally showing signs of ditching flat, monotonous colors. In a series of logo redesigns, Google is reportedly trying out gradients as its latest reinvention.

As spotted by 9to5Google, Google is moving forward with incorporating gradients into its designs. Previously, the company started changing the icons of a few first-party apps including Photos and Maps. Now, it seems that the new design philosophy will reach the rest of Google’s suite.

In the obtained designs, the rest of Google’s plethora of apps will no longer look static. The splash of gradient adds the feeling of layering without losing the company’s roots in flat design. Docs and Sheets, for example, look like a light shining on pieces of paper.

Image source: 9to5Google

It’s unknown when Google plans to incorporate the new philosophy. However, with Google I/O coming fast, it’s fair to bet that an update might come out around that time, especially since that event’s logo already has gradients.

Google’s evolution is not without its precedent. Besides the company’s small trial previously, Apple’s iOS has also made inroads into more three-dimensional designs with the new Liquid Glass. However, unlike Apple, Google’s newest design is a far cry from the former’s return to Windows Vista aesthetics.

Personally, I don’t mind the transition to 3D, as long as it’s done well. Though still visually pleasing, flat design has started overstaying its welcome. It’s time to try something new.

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OPPO Find X9s now official in PH: Price, availability, pre-order info

Everyday premium arrives

Published

April 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

OPPO has also introduced the OPPO Find X9s in the Philippines, offering a more accessible premium experience for everyday users.

The device is priced at PHP 69,999.

Pre-order and availability

Pre-orders begin April 24 at select OPPO Brand Stores. Early buyers will receive a Portable Power Gift Box.

The Find X9s officially goes on sale on May 15, available through:

OPPO Online Store
Select OPPO Brand Stores

Online store purchases include the Portable Power Gift Box and Enco X3s earbuds, while Shopee offers the gift box bundle.

Key highlights

The OPPO Find X9s features a 50MP Hasselblad co-developed triple camera system with 4K recording across all lenses. It also packs a 7025mAh battery, slim 7.99mm design, and durability ratings up to IP69, making it a balanced daily driver.