The Xiaomi 15 Ultra gets a makeover. The Chinese manufacturer’s flagship benefits from new colors and a new grip with a more minimalist design.
Turquoise, violet, sand: three new colors and a new, more minimalist photo kit
Unveiled in March 2025, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra boasted an extensive specification sheet. It also stood out for its attractive neo-retro design, with a two-tone black and silver finish. The design was reminiscent of vintage cameras, particularly those from Leica – which also contributed to the design of the smartphone’s camera module.
According to a post on Chinese social network Weibo, the brand is preparing to launch three new finishes: turquoise blue, violet and sand. The two-tone look is retained; however, these colors are softer and more contemporary.
At the same time, Xiaomi is said to be offering a “Fashion Photography Kit”. Featuring the new colors mentioned above, it is distinguished by its softer design – and by a much more restrained weight. It weighs 42 g, compared with 226 g for the “classic” grip.
To achieve this (clear) weight reduction, Xiaomi has apparently removed the battery from the “original” grip. However, it retains the shutter release with half-press and the dedicated video-recording button.
For the rest, the smartphone’s specifications remain unchanged: 6.73-inch AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 5410 mAh battery and quadruple photo module based on a large 1-inch type sensor.
Prices and availability
The “Fashion Photography Kit” should be available shortly in China, priced at around €135. Availability outside China is unknown.
