Xiaomi has collaborated with Leica, a renowned manufacturer of cameras and optics, to enhance users’ smartphone photography experience. The flagship models, Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro are equipped with professional optical lenses from Leica, advanced software capabilities, as well as the latest Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2, and a Surge battery management system to deliver a powerful performance. Xiaomi Philippines executives recently held a local launch event on March 1st at the Ayala Museum, where they announced that Xiaomi fans in Manila can pre-order these latest flagship phones at discounted prices from March 3rd to March 10th, 2023.
“Xiaomi is thrilled to bring the Xiaomi 13 Series to the Philippines, co-engineered with Leica. This flagship smartphone features game-changing camera technology that will take mobile photography to new heights, empowering both enthusiasts and professionals to capture the world in a whole new light. We can’t wait for local Xiaomi fans to experience the power and innovation of the Xiaomi 13 Series,” according to Tomi Adrias, Marketing Head of Xiaomi Philippines.
Master-level Photography
Xiaomi has collaborated with Leica to create a Master-Level photography system for its Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro flagship models, featuring co-engineered cameras. From hardware to UI/UX design, the camera system delivers a pro-grade smartphone photography experience. Both models are equipped with triple cameras featuring Leica optical lenses. The Xiaomi 13 Pro stands out with a Leica Vario-Summicron camera system that includes a 23mm wide-angle main camera with a 1-inch IMX989 sensor, a 75mm floating telephoto camera, and a 14mm ultra-wide-angle camera with focal lengths ranging from 14mm to 75mm. The IMX989 sensor is the largest ever used in a smartphone, while the 75mm telephoto lens uses a floating lens design with DSLR-level internal focusing technology. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 13 has an optical zoom range of 0.6x to 3.2x and features a 75mm telephoto lens.
Both models cater to photography enthusiasts and professionals with detailed camera settings, including the Master Lens System, which offers optimal focal length and depth of field to capture flawless portraits. Users can choose between two photographic styles — Leica Authentic Look and Leica Vibrant Look — that maintain accuracy while giving moderate saturation. The Xiaomi 13 Pro supports a 10-Bit RAW DNG Camera and Color Profiles designed by Adobe, providing professionals greater flexibility in post-editing with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
In addition to top-notch computational photography with the Xiaomi Imaging Engine, fast photo capture, and HyperOIS video stabilization, both models offer ProFocus for moving subjects and 4K Ultra Night Videos. The result is exceptional video quality and a professional-grade smartphone photography experience.
Reliable Power with Xiaomi Surge
Equipped with the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 mobile platform, the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro offer boosted graphics by 42% and 49%, respectively, and CPU by 37% and 47%, respectively, compared to the previous generation. Both devices support Wi-Fi 7 with Qualcomm® FastConnectTM 7800, enabling lightning-fast speeds. In addition, the devices provide excellent image optimization and manual adjustment of shooting parameters in pro mode.
The Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro also feature Surge battery management systems, with 4,500mAh and 4,820mAh batteries, respectively. The Xiaomi 13 supports 67W wired and 50W wireless turbocharging, while the Xiaomi 13 Pro charges to 100% in 19 minutes with 120W HyperCharge. These features ensure that users can enjoy uninterrupted use of their devices for longer periods without worrying about battery life.
Minimalistic Design with Best-in-Class Display
The Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro feature an all-new minimalistic design language that showcases their powerful technological capabilities. The Xiaomi 13 comes in Black, White, and Flora Green, with ultra-thin bezels and a 93.3% screen-to-body ratio that provides an exceptional viewing experience on its 6.36″ FHD+ AMOLED display. The E6 material used in the display ensures top-notch color accuracy and brightness while conserving power.
On the other hand, the Xiaomi 13 Pro boasts a sleek 3D-curved ceramic body in Ceramic White and Black that’s perfect for transitioning into camera mode. The device’s 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display is stunning, with a 120Hz refresh rate, TrueColor accuracy, and full-screen brightness reaching 1,200 nits and peak brightness at 1,900 nits. With support for Dolby Vision®, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Atmos®, the Xiaomi 13 Pro offers a fully immersive audiovisual experience.
Both devices are dust and water-resistant, with an IP68 rating, providing optimal protection and peace of mind to users.
Premium Services
Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 offer several attractive perks for users, including 3 Android updates, 5 years of security patches, 6 months of free Google One cloud storage of up to 2TB, YouTube Premium, and digital car key support. With digital car key support, users can easily unlock, lock, and start their cars and even share access with loved ones.
In addition, Xiaomi 13 Pro and Xiaomi 13 users can take advantage of a free out-of-warranty repair within the first year of purchase, ensuring a worry-free experience. Xiaomi also provides International Warranty Service in over 40 markets, allowing users to enjoy after-sales service worldwide. For Xiaomi 13 Pro users who meet warranty conditions, global warranty service is available at any authorized service provider.
Pricing & Availability
The Xiaomi 13 (8+256GB) comes in Black, White, and Flora Green and sells for PHP44,999 with Free Xiaomi Watch S1 Active (worth PHP8,999).
The Xiaomi 13 Pro (12+256GB) is available in Ceramic Black and Ceramic White at PHP59,999 with Free Xiaomi Watch S1 Active (worth PHP8,999).
Local Xiaomi fans who pre-order a Xiaomi 13 or Xiaomi 13 Pro from 3 to 10 March 2023 will also get 2TB of free Google One cloud storage for 6 months. Installment payment is also available via Home Credit at 0% interest for up to 18 months.
Get ready to experience the Xiaomi 13 Series as it makes its way to Xiaomi Authorized Stores and partner retailers nationwide, as well as the official Xiaomi stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.