As the weather gets hotter, so does the excitement in the smartphone industry, with the most intense period of the year about to unfold.

For instance, the second half of the mid-range phone battle has already kicked off, and with the impending release of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen4, a new round of flagship phone competitions is set to begin...

Among them, Xiaomi has once again demonstrated its strong presence—

According to previous leaks, Qualcomm's new flagship mobile platform, the Snapdragon 8 Gen4, is expected to be released earlier this year in October, accelerating the launch schedule of related devices. If everything goes as planned, the Xiaomi 15 series is likely to secure the exclusive first-time launch rights again, meaning the new devices could arrive as early as October.

Following rumors that Xiaomi's flagship Xiaomi 15 series would officially debut at the end of October, the gradual exposure of hardware configuration details for these models has garnered significant attention from consumers. With the emergence of information about the Xiaomi 15 Pro, recent rumors have also surfaced, revealing further details about the device's battery and fast charging capabilities.

According to leaks, the Xiaomi 15 Pro boasts an increased battery capacity of 6000mAh and supports 90W wired fast charging, making it the Xiaomi digital series' largest battery capacity Pro model.

Previous leaks revealed that the Xiaomi 15 Pro's battery has an ultra-high energy density with a significantly higher silicon content than competitors.

It is reported that the theoretical gram capacity of silicon can reach 4200 mAh/g, which is more than 10 times that of graphite (with a theoretical gram capacity of 372mAh/g).

For the anode, the capacity when the lithium-ion insertion reaches its maximum is the theoretical gram capacity, which means that under the same weight, the capacity of a silicon anode battery is greater.

Leveraging this advantage, the Xiaomi 15 Pro manages to maintain a slim design despite housing a 6000mAh battery.

Additionally, according to leaks from bloggers, three Xiaomi models are currently undergoing testing, all equipped with standard single-point ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking. Test feedback indicates excellent speed and recognition rates. Those familiar with the Xiaomi 14 series know that this generation uses short-focus fingerprint technology, which still lags behind Samsung S24's ultrasonic fingerprint unlocking experience, a slight drawback. The reason for not adopting ultrasonic fingerprint technology was primarily due to cost control considerations, but the next-generation Xiaomi 15 won't have such constraints.

In other aspects, based on previous leaks, the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series will continue the tradition of offering one larger and one smaller model with similar configurations. The Xiaomi 15 will feature a compact straight screen, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro will sport a full-featured flagship design with a slightly curved screen. In terms of hardware, the series is expected to be the first to carry the Snapdragon 8 Gen4 flagship platform and will also include a 50MP ultra-large sensor with an F/1.4x aperture, supporting 2X native lossless zoom photography. It will also feature an adjustable aperture ranging from f/1.4 to f/2.5, equipped with a periscope telephoto lens supporting 3X optical zoom.

Furthermore, according to Qualcomm's official announcement, this year's Snapdragon Summit will be held in Hawaii from October 21 to 23. During this event, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 mobile platform will be officially unveiled. Built on TSMC's advanced N3E 3nm process, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will feature Qualcomm's proprietary Oryon CPU core and a new Adreno GPU, potentially named Adreno 830. Earlier reports suggest that devices powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 may score over 3 million points on AnTuTu benchmarks.

While official announcements are pending, various sources indicate that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 mobile platform will likely be globally launched by the Xiaomi 15 series, which is scheduled for release at the end of October 2024, potentially going on sale during the November 11 shopping festival.

Therefore, the Xiaomi 15 is expected to debut in late October, close to the Qualcomm Snapdragon Summit, and will be the first to carry the Snapdragon 8 Gen4 platform.

According to leaks, the Huawei Mate 70 will be released in November, later than the Xiaomi 15 and iPhone 16 series.

Incidentally, Xiaomi's new digital flagship series models, the Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro, and the Xiaomi 15 Pro Titanium Metal Satellite Communication Edition, have been registered with the authorities, bearing the code names 24129PN74C, 24101PNB7C, and 2410DPN6CC, respectively. Due to the high cost of titanium metal and satellite communication technology, these features may only be available in the top-end version of the Xiaomi 15 Pro.

It's worth noting that due to fluctuations in the upstream storage chip market this year, Xiaomi may face increased cost pressures when planning the Xiaomi 15 series. Therefore, analysts suggest that Xiaomi might adjust the pricing strategy of the Xiaomi 15 Pro to adapt to market changes. This means consumers may need to reconsider their budget when purchasing.

Those who watched the Xiaomi 14 launch know that Lei Jun has explicitly stated that 3999 yuan will be the last price point for Xiaomi, and the company will no longer be constrained by pricing, aiming for a more premium direction. This could indicate a price increase across the Xiaomi 15 series, although the exact amount remains uncertain. In my understanding, a price increase of 300-500 yuan would be reasonable, accompanied by an upgrade to 12+256GB as the base model, priced at 4299 yuan.

Lastly, as a highly anticipated new product, the Xiaomi 15 series undoubtedly brings significant surprises to users, delivering substantial improvements in both design and performance. It is poised to become a favorite among many users.

As prices continue to rise, users' expectations for the Xiaomi 15 series also increase. The impact of Xiaomi's price increase remains uncertain. Both users and manufacturers must maintain a high level of sensitivity to market changes, adjusting strategies promptly to excel in the fierce competition.

Based on the currently available information about the Xiaomi 15 Pro, it is reasonable to expect upgrades to the flagship processor, delivering even better performance, as well as further improvements in battery life and imaging capabilities. However, specific details about this new device await confirmation from subsequent leaks and announcements. Interested parties are encouraged to stay tuned.

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