Some people say the Xiaomi 14 Ultra doesn't have an IR Blaster, but it does. It's moved from the top into the camera module, just like the Xiaomi 14 Standard Edition.
Now this, is really something. The only weak point was the selfie video and global availability, and Xiaomi has finally fixed it. Now you can call it the True Pinnacle of Smartphone excellence❤
The phone is awesome. liked the camera and the looks. However, i have few major concerns with xiaomi phones 1. the updates are not timely 2. only few software features release for other markets . Chinese roms are far better and get timely updates with lots of features. 3. Lack of support 4. HyperOS ..the UI itself.. Not everyone wants to unlock bootloader and flash roms for their suitable use.
Completely agree. It's much harder to open the iris for a large sensor, similar to how full frame camera lenses are exponentially more costly as you reach the wider end. I think people forget about optics and are easily wowed by newer sensors (i.e. Samsung 200MP). Any photographer worth their weight knows that a weak sensor paired with high quality glass will produced a substantially better image than the other way around.
F1.63 aperture on the main is absolutely a big deal. Most 1" cameraphones to this point have had apertures in the 1.9 to 2.0 range. 1.63 will give you a pretty solid boost in shallow depth of field, making for better subject separation and isolation in crowded environments. This has shot to the top of my list of cameras to check out this year.
Should also allow faster snaps in low light. Moving people in low light is a problem which most mobiles struggle with. Look forward to testing it in a gig environment
@@davidbrandon5949Mediatek chipset😅? Just same antutu score with Xiaomi 14 ultra but has lower ppi, lower selfie video, and lower cpu clock. #WHICHBATTLE😂
Important: Unlocking the bootloader means you won't receive any HyperOS updates and won't be able to use contactless payment (as far as I know). Using the China ROM on the other hand brings a whole lot of issues with many Google apps. At least those were my experiences trying something similar with a Chinese Redmi Note 13 Pro+.
@@chris_1988 you are absolutely correct 💯. However, apparently if you flash the EU ROM (the developer ROM) everything works properly, including NFC etc. however, I'm not sure if hyper OS will update even with EU ROM. Looks like non-china buyers will be better off paying that extra money to get the global version.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra ceramic body is glossy, which is a fingerprint and smugge magnet. I wish it has a matte finish. And i hope it has improved its software especially for the imaging processing.
With Chinese OEMs rushing out the camera upgrades, they have reached a ceiling where camera improvements will be nominal for years. So, Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a nominal upgrade over the previous year. Even the chip is TSMC 4nm version 3 versus version 2 in the 13 Ultra. So, for sure, there is no point in upgrading from 13 Ultra, but for those coming from older phones, there are some good upgrades, including no Samsung-made chips.
if there is more competition in the global market it would benefit we consumers more. I hope Xiaomi Oneplus and other Chinese brands can pressure other brands like Apple and Samsung so they will at least release real fast charging phones😂 at least faster than 60 watts
They should make it bigger already like 7 inch. I'm still using the 11 Ultra which is at 6.81 but I'd like it even bigger for next time, not smaller 😅 It's gonna be hard to see details on things sometimes..
This phone competes with Xperia 1 Mark 5 and not S24 Ultra or iPhone 15 Pro Max. Pricing makes much more sense. Please note that S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max does not have a 1-inch type sensor at this time. Xiaomi 14 Ultra (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3) = 12 GB / 512 GB = £1299 Xperia 1 Mark 5 (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) = 12 GB / 256 GB = £1299
Nice phone! I used to use a MI MAX 3 , but I would miss some phone calls and unfortunately had to quit using it. I wonder if the 14 ultra will work on U.S. carriers?
The phone is awesome. liked the camera and the looks. However, i have few major concerns with xiaomi phones 1. the updates are not timely 2. only few software features release for other markets . Chinese roms are far better and get timely updates with lots of features. 3. Lack of support 4. HyperOS ..the UI itself.. Not everyone wants to unlock bootloader and flash roms for their suitable use.
I really hate that the Xiaomi 14 Ultra Titanium is using the vegan leather for the back... They could have used a gray coloured Ceramic Glass (like the Blue version) or use the same Dragon Crystal Glass like Xiaomi 14 Pro Titanium Edition.
We must wait to see the camera comparison, but at least in video, Xiaomi is superior, even tho I have no doubts that it will be the same case on photography.
Question: Why is the screen curved and the company insists on that? The curved screen has its own annoying and annoying issues with the screen protector and protector that is installed, as it does not fit or match and causes heaviness in the touch and problems with the touch, unlike flat screens.
I don't think it's worth getting the titanium version. Aluminium is better for keeping the phone cool. Titanium might look nicer but thermals are more important. You want the phone to be as cool as possible. Aluminium is better for this
Xiaomi launches the flagship model way too late, nobody wants to wait 6 months. Samsung, Apple, Huawei and even Oppo/Vivo have figured this out that to make an impact in the market you launch the flagship at the same time with the rest of the model line up not this delayed by 6 months launch.
Since the other 3 camera sensors are exactly the same on Xiaomi 13 Ultra, shouldn't Xiaomi include the AI patch for 13 Ultra with love beyond 30X zoom too? 😂 Edit: apparently 13 Ultra doesn't have AISP chip on it.
@@Vks1992 then it's still a no buy for me. guess Im sticking with my s24 ultra. man I was about to trade this to the 14 ultra but I want that feature. oh well.
This phone competes with Xperia 1 Mark 5 and not S24 Ultra or iPhone 15 Pro Max. Pricing makes much more sense. Please note that S24 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max does not have a 1-inch type sensor at this time. Xiaomi 14 Ultra (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3) = 12 GB / 512 GB = £1299 Xperia 1 Mark 5 (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) = 12 GB / 256 GB = £1299
@@TorchCTI 1 inch sensor dont really mean anything now i used to love xiaomi but with the price tag i dont think it will do well s24 ultra a lot better phone for me
Look & feel, and also durability, the ceramic should be more tough than the typical glass, and the leather one probably will not last longer than the ceramic/glass because wear & tear from longevity
@@njamutohbertrand9318 hmm yes i read that. I guess the perfect decision is ceramic with a vegan leather case, if the vegan leather wears out, buy another. Tada. It even looks better too.
