Xiaomi 14 Ultra Officially Unveiled – Expected to Launch Globally Soon
Xiaomi has officially unveiled its latest flagship, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, and it’s set to redefine smartphone photography and performance standards. The global launch is scheduled for February 25 in Barcelona, following its debut in China.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Officially Unveiled
While the exterior may seem familiar, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra boasts refined design elements. The device offers three distinct finishes, including a black and white model with a faux leather back panel, a blue model featuring the innovative Dragon Crystal, and a Titanium Special Edition using grade 5 titanium for a premium touch.
One of the standout features is the camera setup, maintaining the quad-camera configuration of its predecessor but introducing significant improvements. The main camera now employs a cutting-edge Sony LYT-900 imager with a dual-aperture 23mm unit, ranging from f/1.63 to f/4.0. This innovation promises up to 136% more light capture, enhancing low-light photography.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s zoom capabilities are equally impressive, with a 3.2x 75mm f/1.8 regular lens and a 5x 120mm f/2.5 periscope lens. These lenses share a 1/2.5-inch Sony IMX858 sensor, and the 120mm periscope lens captures 196% more light than the competition. The phone introduces AI-powered 30x Ultra Zoom, raising the bar for zoom photography.
On the video front, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra matches the Galaxy S24 Ultra with 4K at 60fps and 120fps, along with 8K video capabilities. The device’s display remains top-notch, featuring a 6.73-inch 1440x3200px LTPO AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support.
Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, offering up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. The cooling system has been enhanced with a 3x larger vapor cooling chamber. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra packs a 5,300mAh battery, charging at a remarkable 90W over a wired connection and 80W with wireless charging. Notably, the Titanium Special Edition supports two-way satellite communication.
For photography enthusiasts, Xiaomi offers an upgraded Photography Kit accessory, featuring a case and an attachable camera grip with Bluetooth-enabled controls. The device comes in three variants: 12/256GB, 16/512GB, and 16GB/1TB, priced at CNY 6,499 (RM4,311), CNY 6,999 (RM4,643), and CNY 7,799 (RM5,173), respectively. The special Titanium Xiaomi 14 Ultra is priced at CNY 8,799 (RM5,837). Additionally, Xiaomi will provide an 80W wireless charger for CNY 499 (RM331). Stay tuned for its global launch and prepare to witness the evolution of flagship smartphones.
Pokdepinion: Could this be the one to take the crown of the best camera in a smartphone for 2024? It has a good chance to win it but let’s wait and see. Even we’re curious to see how well it performs overall, and we might get the chance to do so soon.
