5 ways to snap life’s magical everyday moments and make them iconic

All you need to immortalize life’s best moments is your trusty phone camera and a practiced eye

We've all been there: you're living your life, having a blast, and a perfect moment just comes along and you immediately think to capture it with a timely photo. But the photo just doesn't do it justice. It's blurry, the lighting's off, or it just doesn't capture the feeling of the moment. 

Most people know: turning those everyday snaps into something truly iconic can feel like an impossible challenge. But guess what? It doesn't have to be.

Here’s why today’s smartphones are stronger than before

Today’s all-stars like the Redmi Note 14 Series bring durability back in a big way for adventurous users

Remember those old phones that could survive a drop on concrete?  We're talking about the early 2000s, when phones were practically indestructible. Today's smartphones are notorious for seeming way more fragile — with their sleek glass fronts and slim profiles, it's easy to think they'd shatter at the slightest bump, and some of them do, as many people have found out over the past decade. 

But here's the surprising truth: in 2025, today’s smartphones are actually way more durable than they used to be.

Think about it — we're not just looking for cool features anymore. We need phones that can keep up with our lives, especially when we’re always out and about living to the fullest. Fortunately, manufacturers have listened and they've been working hard to make our smartphones tougher than ever.

Xiaomi slashes up to P4,000 off the Xiaomi 14T Series

The Leica-powered Xiaomi flagship can now be yours for a bargain

Xiaomi is slashing up to P4,000 off the Xiaomi 14T Series, allowing fans to score the Leica-powered flagship at a special discount.

The 12+256GB variant of the Leica-engineered Xiaomi 14T Pro is now at P33,999 from its SRP of P37,999, a solid deal for the premium model of the flagship.

Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 14T will also get special discounts of P2,000 off. The 12+512GB variant of the Xiaomi 14T is now available for only P25,999, while the 12+256GB variant now goes for P23,999. Both variants are available at Official Xiaomi Authorized Stores and Shopee and Lazada.

To learn more about the Xiaomi 14T, visit http://mi.com/ph.

Filipinos test the Redmi Watch 5 and more in the Xiaomi All-Star Fitness Challenge

Participants pushed themselves to the limit in the ultimate week long fitness challenge with the latest Redmi devices!

Fitness-minded Filipinos and Xiaomi fans pushed the momentum on their active 2025 by taking on Xiaomi’s All-Star Fitness Challenge, featuring the latest Redmi devices – the Redmi Note 14 Series, Redmi Watch 5, and Redmi Buds 6!

Over the course of three events in one week, the participants pushed their limits. They took on different fitness classes around the Metro to try out how the aforementioned Redmi devices can help them be more active, healthy, and fit.

Enjoy a new Xiaomi device with special discounts this season of love

Get up to P2,000 off in Xiaomi’s Valentine’s Day sale

Thinking of getting a new smartphone or tablet? Valentine’s Day may be the best time to spring for that upgrade you’ve been eyeing with exclusive discounts on Xiaomi and Redmi devices at all authorized online and offline stores.

Starting February 1, 2025 while supplies last, enjoy the following discounts on these must-have Xiaomi and Redmi devices:

●        Php 2000 off on Xiaomi 14T (12+256 and 12+512)

●        Php 500 off on Redmi 13

Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ 5G: The All-Star Durability Champion You've Been Waiting For

There’s now no need to worry about dropping your phone or getting it wet

Last January 15, Xiaomi officially unveiled the all-new Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ to the world, after much anticipation. 

Hundreds of guests and Xiaomi fans gathered at the Grand Hyatt Grand Ballroom to get their first look at the exciting new phone. The star of the show was the Redmi Note 14 Series’ amazing All-Star Durability — there were fun booths at the launch event showcasing how tough the phone is, including a slide that quickly dropped a test model in water to show off its IP68-certified water resistance and scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

Attendees got to see the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+’s All-Star Durability and IP68-certified water resistance up close with a fun water slide.

Today’s smartphones have really come a long way. Very few have advanced as much as the new Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ variants, which are a step above the rest and can survive the toughest of situations.

Aside from the aforementioned IP68-certified splash-proof body which makes it able to resist up to 30 minutes of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of water, it’s also got dust resistance to protect it from rugged conditions. 

The phone also comes with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which makes the screen splash-proof and user-friendly.

The state-of-the-art Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 makes the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+’s screen super user-friendly, too — snap your mealtime photos as the screen’s touch controls are still perfectly usable and accurate with wet or oily fingers.

Another crowning achievement of the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ variants is their All-Star Armor Structure, which is comprised of its high-strength aluminum composite frame, energy-absorbing foam, and four-corner internal reinforcement, which can withstand essentially most huge hits. The insides are also backed up by a 0.8-mm thickened motherboard, ensuring that the delicate internal components don’t get damaged by any impacts.

With all of these all-star durability advancements built into the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+ variants, you can be supremely confident about living your life with it.

Experience all-star durability for yourself and check out the Redmi Note 14 Pro and Pro+!

To learn more about the Redmi Note 14 Series, head to http://mi.com/ph. 

Xiaomi helps rebuild Camarines Sur school with this year’s Xiaomi Renovation Program

Xiaomi seized the opportunity to provide durable and efficient tech solutions to the Tropical Storm Kristine-affected community in the province

Xiaomi Philippines, in partnership with WorldVision, has recently completed this year’s Xiaomi Renovation Program, which focused on supporting Bula Elementary School in Camarines Sur, severely damaged by Tropical Storm Kristine.

The severe tropical storm’s destructive force left the school without essential learning tools like notebooks, chairs, and computers. Recognizing the urgent need for technological solutions, Xiaomi stepped in to provide durable and efficient tech products that would help the school and its students recover and thrive.

Get exclusive freebies when you buy a new phone at the Xiaomi Carnival

Get a free charger, powerbank, or the Redmi Buds 6 Play with select Xiaomi devices

Christmas is the best time to make that phone upgrade you’ve been thinking about all year, with that sweet holiday money and enticing deals and discounts all around! Xiaomi is making the holiday season brighter with this year’s Xiaomi Carnival, with exclusive discounts on select Xiaomi smartphones and tablets — and on top of those slashed prices are freebies that make for better deals!

From December 13, 2024 to January 1, 2025, you can get a pair of Redmi Buds 6 Play wireless earbuds, a Xiaomi 10,000mAh power bank, 120W charger, bluetooth speaker, mini LED fan, or a free T-shirt depending on the device you get at the Xiaomi Carnival. On top of these gifts, you can also get a free three-month subscription to streaming platform Viu for every smartphone purchase you make, while supplies last!

Keep track of your health in style: 4 new must-have Xiaomi wearables

Xiaomi’s latest lineup of fitness wearables make health and wellness tracking super stylish and functional

Whether you’re living an active life or not, you shouldn’t underestimate the benefits of tracking your health and exercise. Keeping tabs on your fitness and wellness is easier than ever through the smart devices we own — and now that fitness wearables are more accessible than they were before, there’s nothing stopping you from your best and healthiest life.

But with so many options available, it can be overwhelming to think about which fitness wearable you’re going to go for. Fortunately, Xiaomi’s latest lineup of smart wearables narrow down the best choices for you, no matter your fitness level and budget.

Stylish Wellness: Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro and Active now in the Philippines.

Elevate Your Fitness Journey with Xiaomi's Latest Wearables

Giving Filipinos more options to track their personal health and fitness while staying stylish, Xiaomi is launching its newest wearable innovation, the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro and the Smart Band 9 Active. 

The Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro redefines personal wellness and style. Active Filipinos will love its sleek 1.74-inch narrow-edge quadrilateral display and high-quality metal frame which exudes elegance.

It’s also made to keep you going no matter where you’re exercising or staying active. Its comprehensive health and fitness features such as personalized workout guidance, heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen tracking, sleep analysis, and more — combined with a seamless and easy-to-use interface — enable and empower users to live their best lives.

Xiaomi Introduces Strategy for Sustainable Development Driven by Foundational Core Technologies

During the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), the year's most prominent climate summit, Xiaomi Corporation (“Xiaomi” or the “Group”), a consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company with smartphones and smart hardware connected by an Internet of Things (“IoT”) platform at its core, introduced its strategy for sustainable development driven by its foundational core technologies. The company also showcased the latest advancements in carbon management in its "Human x Car x Home" smart ecosystem – another strategic upgrade for Xiaomi in climate governance.

In a speech at the China Pavilion of the Conference here, Alain Lam Sai-wai, Vice President and CFO of the Group, and Chairman of Airstar Digital Technology, provided an in-depth analysis of Xiaomi's latest strategy for sustainable development driven by Xiaomi's foundational core technologies. He stated that Xiaomi’s goals are to make AI accessible to everyone, pursue sustainable development across its ecosystem, and take responsibility for its foundational core technologies. Xiaomi is committed to its "Human x Car x Home" smart ecosystem strategy, which aims to provide consumers with a sustainable, smart lifestyle via its foundational core technologies and AI innovation. He said: “Through smart manufacturing, AI innovation, and new retail models in our smart ecosystem, Xiaomi has not only enhanced its operational efficiencies and economies of scale in production but also enhanced the integration and efficiency of its supply chain, effectively optimizing resource utilization and energy consumption ratios.”

Xiaomi’s Mega 11.11 Sale on Shopee and Lazada Offers Up to 63% Off on Popular Devices

Grab Your Favorite Xiaomi Smartphones, Tablets, Wearables, and Smart Home Gadgets from November 11 - 15 at Unbeatable Prices!

This 11.11, Xiaomi is set to ignite every techie’s heart with exclusive deals on a wide range of tech essentials available only on Shopee and Lazada. From November 11 to 15, shoppers looking to upgrade their gadgets or buy special Christmas gifts get to enjoy up to 63% discount on Xiaomi’s leading smartphones, tablets, wearables, and smart home devices.

Xiaomi’s 11.11 Mega Sale promises unbeatable value, offering fans the quality and innovation they expect from Xiaomi at jaw-dropping prices. The sale is only for six days, so it’s the perfect time to upgrade your tech for the upcoming holiday season.

Shop Smart, Shop Early: Xiaomi’s AI-powered Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Skip the stress—Xiaomi’s early Christmas gift guide ensures no last-minute shopping scramble

Looking for holiday gifts that stand out? Xiaomi’s bestselling AIoT products offer smart solutions to fit everyone’s lifestyle—whether it’s fitness enthusiasts staying on track, movie lovers upgrading their setup, or homebodies making life more comfortable. With Xiaomi’s health trackers, smart TVs, and AI-powered cameras, everyone on your gift list would thank you for gifting high-quality, smart solutions beyond the usual.

But don’t wait for the last-minute rush—shop now and secure these must-have gadgets before they sell out! These tech-forward gifts are not only super cool, they're also practical and designed to make everyday life a breeze.

A Sneak Peek at Xiaomi’s Must-Have AIoT Gadgets

Smart Band 9 – ₱1,999

Fit, fabulous, and festive! Stay on top of health goals while looking sleek with the Smart Band 9—your ultimate wellness sidekick this holiday season. It’s smart gifting, wrapped with care.

Make Every Day a Cinematic Experience with Xiaomi’s Titan Gray Collection

#MasterLightCaptureNight and create stunning visuals so you can confidently tell your story even in low light

Elevate your everyday experiences into cinematic moments with the all-new Xiaomi Titan Gray Collection, featuring the Xiaomi 14T Series, Xiaomi Buds 5, and Xiaomi Smart Band 9. This seamless ecosystem of products empowers you to capture stunning visuals, immerse yourself in rich, spatial audio, and track your health—all while showcasing a unified aesthetic inspired by a sleek titanium design for a bold fashion statement. 

Capture Stunning Visuals: #MasterLightCaptureNight

Imagine capturing a breathtaking sunset over the bustling city, its golden hues painting the sky in shades of orange and pink. With the Xiaomi 14T's powerful camera, you can capture every detail of this stunning scene, ensuring the memory lasts a lifetime.

With the Xiaomi 14T's powerful 108MP camera, you can capture the world in stunning detail. Whether you're shooting portraits, selfies, or action shots, the AI-powered camera ensures your photos are always picture-perfect. Features like Night Mode and Video Stabilization allow you to capture stunning visuals in any lighting condition. Starting at PHP 25,999, the Xiaomi 14T is perfect for creative professionals and tech enthusiasts.

Vince Velasco and Elle Uy show how a house can become a smart home with the Xiaomi TV A Series

In the third episode of Xiaomi’s mini web series, the Xiaomi TV A Series rounds out a nice and updated smart home setup

Any homeowner can build and put together a residence by bringing in all the things, furniture, and appliances they need to live — but all of those elements may not always work together to create a real home. Sometimes, the soul and creative input is the touch that’s needed to turn a house into a home, especially in an era where we’re now able to upgrade our living spaces into smart homes.

Xiaomi enables mobile connectivity and entertainment with the SIM-powered Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G

Xiaomi’s newest Redmi tablet is now mobile data-ready with a SIM card slot

Enabling entertainment anywhere on the go, Xiaomi has released the new Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G in the Philippines, which boasts a SIM card slot for added mobile data connectivity. This compact yet powerful tablet offers a cinematic experience, exceptional audio, and seamless connectivity, all in a stylish and portable design.

The Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G is designed to be your go-to entertainment companion wherever you are, giving you mighty fun in a tiny pad package.

Theater-level quality on the go

It gives an immersive theater experience with its 8.7-inch display with 600 nits of brightness and a 1500:1 contrast ratio ensures clear and vibrant visuals, even in outdoor settings. The 10-bit color depth delivers stunning color accuracy and detail, while the 90Hz refresh rate provides a smooth and responsive experience.

Xiaomi showcases the power of the newest Xiaomi TV in a new Smart Life Series episode

In the second episode of the Xiaomi Smart Life Series, the brand shows how the Xiaomi TV A Series can be the star of a fully functioning smart home setup

To showcase the limitless and transformative possibilities of convenient and futuristic smart home life, leading global tech brand Xiaomi is set to air the second episode of its Xiaomi Smart Life video series. The episode will showcase the innovative features and benefits of the Xiaomi TV A Series 2025 and the broader Xiaomi Smart Home ecosystem.

Tiny pad, mighty fun: Xiaomi launches the Redmi Pad SE 8.7

The new tablet from Xiaomi boasts an immersive yet portable theater-like experience

Xiaomi recently announced the launch of its latest tablet, the Redmi Pad SE 8.7, designed to deliver an immersive theater-like experience in a device that’s super portable. 

Its biggest feature is its stunning 8.7-inch display. Enjoy clear and vibrant visuals on the eye-protecting display, which features up to 600 nits of brightness and a 90Hz refresh rate for smooth and seamless scrolling and gaming. The 8.7-inch screen also creates a 5:3 aspect ratio that’s wider than the standard 16:9, making it better for all your favorite content.

The tablet also features comfortable immersion with its low blue light and flicker-free display which reduces eye strain and increases visual comfort. It also has Paper Reading mode to simulate the actual booklike paper experience, while retaining Classic Mode for a typical digital feel.

Xiaomi equips public schools with smart tech via Xiaomi Powered Rooms

Michael Macabasag of nonprofit organization World Vision thanks Xiaomi for its donation to create the Xiaomi Powered Room in a public elementary school in Laurel, Batangas.

Recognizing the plight of Philippine public schools that need modernization in learning, global technology leader Xiaomi is making significant strides in transforming local education through its innovative Xiaomi Powered Room advocacy. 

Through Xiaomi Powered Rooms, Xiaomi donates its latest smart tech and appliances to underprivileged public schools in the Philippines to foster a more accessible and convenient learning environment — and bridge the digital divide — for students. 

Xiaomi Unveils its Smart Band 9: Your style, your pace

With the Xiaomi Smart Band 9, your health and wellness is completely your style, your pace

Xiaomi, a consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company with smartphones and smart hardware connected by an Internet of Things (IoT) platform at its core, proudly unveils Xiaomi Smart Band 9 in the Philippines, a groundbreaking device that redefines personal wellness and style in wearable technology.

Xiaomi Smart Band 9 boasts a sleek design, offering an extensive suite of wellness features. With a 16% improvement in heart rate monitoring accuracy³, the band provides reliable all-day heart rate and SpO₂ tracking, as well as a 7-day resting heart rate monitoring¹. Users can also get to know their stress levels and vitality scores to help manage daily wellness. In addition, its sophisticated sleep tracking capabilities provide an in-depth sleep insight report after 7-night above-wear, covering sleep schedule, sleep continuity, naps, all-day stress, and exercise before bed, providing personalized recommendations for enhanced sleep quality¹.