MWC doesn’t see many flagship phone releases anymore, but the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra (8/10, WIRED Recommends) are worthy of fanfare and likely best in show this year. Both Android phones are polished, with excellent screens, strong battery life, fast charging, and silky performance. Xiaomi’s HyperOS is also maturing, and version 2 is liberally seasoned with—you guessed it—AI features. They are available in the UK and Europe but won’t land in the US. (The brand hosted WIRED at its media event at MWC and paid for a portion of our reporter’s travel expenses.
This passage provides a summary of Xiaomi's product announcements at MWC, focusing primarily on their new flagship phones and other related devices. Here's a breakdown:
* Xiaomi 15 and 15 Ultra:
* These are the flagship Android phones showcased.
* They boast excellent screens, strong battery life, fast charging, and smooth performance.
* Xiaomi's HyperOS (version 2) includes AI features.
* They are available in the UK and Europe, but not the US.
* Pricing:
* Xiaomi 15: Starting at £849 (€999).
* Xiaomi 15 Ultra: £1,299 (€1,499).
* The Ultra Photography Kit: £179 (€199).
* Other Devices:
* Xiaomi Pad 7 and 7 Pro:
* Android tablets with 11.2-inch screens and large batteries.
* The Pro version offers a faster processor and improved camera.
* Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro:
* Harman-tuned earbuds with active noise cancellation.
* 8-hour battery life.
* AI transcription and translation support.
* Xiaomi Watch S4:
* An enhanced version of the Watch S3 with customization options.
* Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro:
* A rectangular fitness and health-focused smart band.
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