Xiaomi 14 Pro Features A Revamped Leica Camera, Special Ceramic Display
Xiaomi recently introduced its latest offerings to eager fans worldwide at a launch event. The star of the show was the Xiaomi 14 Pro, which was presented alongside the Xiaomi 14 Series and Xiaomi HyperOS.
Xiaomi Ceramic Glass
First and foremost, one of the standout features of the Xiaomi 14 Pro is its special Xiaomi Ceramic Glass display panel. Unlike typical screens, it’s designed with a special powder formula that undergoes heating at temperatures exceeding 800℃ (1,472°F).
This process results in the formation of microcrystals, creating a unique glass structure that promises exceptional durability. Impressively, the new material boasts 10 times higher drop resistance and 1.25 times higher scratch resistance.
All Around Liquid Display
That’s not all when it comes to the upgraded display. The technology company introduced a new All Around Liquid Display—which, unlike traditional curved screens, curves slightly down on all four sides and corners with a consistent curvature.
Retaining the visual aesthetic of a flat screen while offering the smooth feel of a curved edge, this innovation addresses common issues found in curved screens, such as distortion, color inaccuracies, accidental touches, and reliability concerns.
Plus, with the wide 6.7-inch display of the Xiaomi 14 Pro, WQHD+ resolution, and pixel density of 522ppi, the smartphone screen’s unique shape offers an entirely new visual and tactile experience for users.
Variable Aperture Photography
Budding photographers will be excited to learn that the brand-new device comes with a revamped Leica camera, introducing an industry-leading ƒ/1.42 – ƒ/4.0 variable aperture.
A first in the smartphone world, this feature automatically adapts to changes in ambient light. It allows adjustments within the ƒ/1.42 – ƒ/4.0 range, ensuring optimal exposure in various shooting scenarios.
For instance, individuals can manage the depth of field and bokeh effects by tweaking the aperture setting. When it’s dimly lit, using a wider aperture can make photos brighter.
Conversely, in bright conditions, a narrower aperture can avoid overexposure. Additionally, a smaller aperture can organically generate stunning starburst effects when capturing point light sources, adding an artistic touch to photos.
Impressive Battery Management & UltraSpace Storage Expansion
In terms of battery life, the gadget incorporates two Xiaomi Surge P2 charging chipsets and one Xiaomi Surge G1 battery management chipset, supporting 120W wired HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge, ensuring fast charging without compromising battery life and safety.
In addition, the UltraSpace storage expansion technology makes use of available UFS memory to expand storage capacity without increasing hardware costs.
For example, the 256GB version of Xiaomi 14 Pro’s storage can be expanded by 8GB, while the 512GB version of Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro's storage can be extended by 16GB.
At the moment, pre-orders for the smartphone are only open in China. The Xiaomi 14 Pro is retailing from 4,999 yuan (US$680) for the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, and it maxes out at 5,999 yuan (US$820) with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
[via Engadget and Sparrows News, images via Xiaomi]
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