Xiaomi 15 Might Feature a "Bright Silver" Color Option, Paying Tribute to a Classic, with a Potential Price Increase

Xiaomi 15 Might Feature a "Bright Silver" Color Option, Paying Tribute to a Classic, with a Potential Price IncreaseToday marks the 13th anniversary of Xiaomi smartphones. Digital blogger "Digital Chat Station" hinted that the upcoming Xiaomi 15, slated for launch in October, will feature a new "Bright Silver" color option

Xiaomi 15 Might Feature a "Bright Silver" Color Option, Paying Tribute to a Classic, with a Potential Price Increase

Today marks the 13th anniversary of Xiaomi smartphones. Digital blogger "Digital Chat Station" hinted that the upcoming Xiaomi 15, slated for launch in October, will feature a new "Bright Silver" color option. This news has sparked interest, as this color was previously seen on the Xiaomi 6 Explorer Edition in 2017, a phone known for its "technologically advanced and futuristic" design.

The Xiaomi 6 Bright Silver Explorer Edition sported a four-curved body, a design that offered unique aesthetics but also presented immense challenges. Due to the difficulty in applying protective films without bubbles, an electroplating process was employed. However, the four-curved body made it hard to ensure consistent plating thickness, resulting in incredibly low yield rates. Furthermore, the four-sided mirror-like finish was incredibly intricate, requiring electroplating in a dust-free vacuum environment. A single speck of dust could render the entire glass unusable, ultimately leading to a final yield rate of less than one in a thousand. Because of these challenges, the Xiaomi 6 Bright Silver Explorer Edition was only produced in a limited run of 100 units.

Seven years later, with the impending release of the Xiaomi 15, the return of the "Bright Silver" color option is undoubtedly a tribute to this classic design. The new phone is expected to be available in multiple color options including black, white, green, and the aforementioned "Bright Silver." Besides the color, the Xiaomi 15 will also boast a powerful configuration featuring a 1.5K straight screen, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 platform, a triple rear Leica camera setup, and potentially the debut of the new "Pangu OS 2" operating system.

However, the upgrade in specifications will likely be accompanied by a price increase. In a previous statement at the Xiaomi 14 launch, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun revealed that the Xiaomi 15 series would no longer stick to the 3999 yuan starting price, aiming to create even higher-quality smartphone products. This announcement implies that users will need to pay more to experience the Xiaomi 15's new features.

While the price may be higher, the return of the "Bright Silver" color option undoubtedly adds a unique allure to the Xiaomi 15. It's not just a tribute to a classic; it also reflects Xiaomi's commitment to pushing boundaries and striving for excellence in craftsmanship and technology. We anticipate this new phone to once again captivate the market and offer users an even better smartphone experience.