The Southeast Asian smartphone market grew by a modest 2.7% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, with total shipments reaching 25 million units, according to the International Data Corporation’s latest Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker report. This uptick, as noted by IDC, was uneven across the region.
Redmi 15 5G arrives in Southeast Asia with 7,000mAh battery
Xiaomi‘s new budget contender, the Redmi 15 5G, is officially in Southeast Asia, and it’s packing a feature that’s hard to ignore: a huge 7,000mAh battery. The phone has made its way to Malaysia and Singapore after its release in Europe alongside the Redmi 15 4G and Redmi 15C. While we’re still waiting on official word from Xiaomi Philippines, the regional rollout suggests it won’t be long until it lands on local shores.
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Xiaomi is set to pull back the curtain on the Redmi 15 5G next month, with a big reveal scheduled for August 19 in India.
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Antutu has released its latest benchmark numbers for June 2025, detailing device performance from China. They offer a snapshot of the raw power within the Android ecosystem’s elite.
POCO F7 launched: Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 power at jaw-dropping prices
POCO has just introduced a new member to its flagship F7 family — and this one might be the most intriguing yet. The POCO F7 is officially breaking cover in global markets, including the Philippines, where this latest sub-flagship is set to land with an aggressively competitive launch price.
POCO F7 global launch set for June 24; PH release confirmed
A new member of the POCO F7 Series is officially breaking cover globally on June 24. While Xiaomi‘s POCO has been teasing its impending arrival, the good news for the local market is that the vanilla F7 model is indeed making its way to the Philippines, with early sightings already appearing on Shopee.
Redmi Pad 2 4G tablet priced from P10,499 at launch in PH
Xiaomi will bring a new tablet to the Philippines, and this time, the company is squarely targeting the budget-conscious crowd.
Xiaomi Back to School Sale 2025: List of deals to grab in PH
If you’re shopping for a gear upgrade this upcoming school year or simply eyeing a powerful new device, Xiaomi might just have made that decision a whole lot easier with its latest promo.
Xiaomi dethrones Apple to lead wearable band market in Q1 2025
The first quarter of 2025 painted a pretty clear picture for the wearable band market: It’s no longer just about who can cram the most features into a tiny device. We’re seeing a full-blown shift where the ecosystem and affordability are becoming the true battlegrounds.
Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV debuts. Is this the Tesla Model Y killer?
At its latest launch event in China, Xiaomi didn’t just trot out the Xiaomi 15s Pro and Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra — the first devices rocking its freshly unveiled 3nm Xring O1 mobile chip. No, it also pulled the wraps off the Xiaomi YU7, their sophomore electric car, looking to follow up on the well-received SU7 sedan.
Redmi A5 officially priced from P3,599 in the Philippines
Xiaomi just pulled the wraps off the Redmi A5 here in the Philippines, and if you’ve been on the lookout for a seriously budget-friendly smartphone that doesn’t skimp too much on the essentials, this might just catch your eye. Forget the speculation from last week about a slightly higher starting price, because the official figures are looking pretty compelling.
Redmi A5 PH launch set for May 20, could be priced from P4,599
Looking for a budget smartphone? Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Redmi A5 in the Philippines on May 20.
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Summer is the perfect time for fun and adventure, whether it is a trip to the beach, a road trip with friends, or simply spending time outdoors. For moments like these, a reliable smartphone can make all the difference. It allows you to capture stunning photos, stay connected, and enjoy entertainment wherever you go. If your current device can’t keep up, it might be time for an upgrade to enjoy a hassle-free, fun-filled summer.
Xiaomi posts strong Q1 2025 growth despite PH smartphone slump
The Philippine smartphone market experienced a turbulent start to 2025, marked by overall contraction and a dramatic reshuffling of vendor rankings. While the first quarter of 2025 saw most major players facing declining shipments, Xiaomi managed to buck the trend with significant positive momentum.
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Antutu has just released its latest Android smartphone performance rankings for April 2025, and we have some powerful contenders on the list — plus some notable omissions.
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Antutu just dropped its March 2025 performance rankings, giving us the rundown on China’s elite Android flagship and sub-flagship smartphones.
POCO F7 series launched; F7 Ultra becomes PH’s most affordable SD 8 Elite phone
POCO just threw a curveball into the smartphone arena with the global launch of its latest flagship series, which consists of the POCO F7 Ultra (you can check out our review here!) and POCO F7 Pro.