Xiaomi 15 Series to Feature Google Gemini Integration and Potential Free Subscription Offer

Xiaomi 15 Series to Offer Google Gemini Capabilities in First-Party Apps

This is the first time Xiaomi apps will support third-party AI service Xiaomi announced a collaboration with Google on Sunday, ahead of the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC 2025) in Barcelona. With this collaboration, the Mountain View-based tech giant will allow its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot to be integrated within first-party Xiaomi apps in the Xiaomi 15 series. With this, Gemini can find information and take action across several apps of the Chinese consumer tech brand. Alongside, the company also launched the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 in global markets. In a blog post, the tech giant announced that it has partnered with Google to bring its AI services to the Xiaomi 15 series. With this collaboration, the Gemini AI chatbot is now being integrated with several Xiaomi apps including Xiaomi Notes, Xiaomi Calendar, and Xiaomi Clock. This is the first time the Chinese brand is letting a third-party AI service provider access its first-party apps. While Xiaomi did not reveal a lot about how this integration will function, it highlighted that Gemini will now be able to access information from within these apps as well as complete several tasks in them. These tasks likely include actions such as creating a new note, calendar event, or setting an alarm. However, it is unclear whether users will also be able to use Gemini to edit or delete a note, event, or alarm. In the footnote, Xiaomi stated that the availability of the feature might vary by device, country, and language, and that Internet connection will be required. Users of Xiaomi 15 series will likely have to use the Gemini AI assistant to access these features. These are server-based features, and an Internet connection will be required. With this integration, Xiaomi is also expanding its AI features, which are so far limited to its camera features and the China-exclusive AI-powered Super Xiao AI assistant. The Xiaomi 15 series also gets Google's Circle to Search, which is an AI-powered visual lookup feature. Meanwhile, in a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), the official handle of Xiaomi announced that the HyperOS 2 operating system will now be globally available out-of-the-box with the Xiaomi 15 series and give users early access to the Hyper AI suite of features. The company, however, did not delve too much into the AI features that users will get to try out. The announcement also hints at the Chinese brand's ambition to rival Samsung's Galaxy AI features and Oppo's suite of in-house AI tools. As per the post, the HyperOS 2 with HyperAI is now available in the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra models in global markets. The company's recently released Pad 7 and Pad 7 Pro will also get the update out-of-the-box alongside the Xiaomi Watch S4 and Redmi Watch 5. However, the Watch S4 and Watch 5 will not be getting AI features. HyperAI will also be rolled out to the Xiaomi 14 lineup, Xiaomi Mix Flip, Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G, and Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro starting April. Coming to HyperOS 2 rollout schedule, the company stated that the Xiaomi 13T Pro, Redmi Note 13 series, and Smart Band 9 Pro will get the update by the end of March. The remaining Xiaomi 13 series, the entire Xiaomi 12 series, Mi 11 and Mi 11 Ultra, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, Redmi 13 series, Redmi Note 12 series, Redmi 12 5G, and Redmi 12 will get the update by May. In the same period, HyperOS 2 update will be released for the Xiaomi Pad 6, Redmi Pad Pro 5G, Redmi Pad Pro, Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G, Redmi Pad SE 8.7, and Redmi Pad SE. Additionally, the Redmi Note 14 series, Redmi A3 Pro, and Redmi 14C will get the update between March and June.

Xiaomi's next flagship might come with a Gemini Advanced freebie

Summary The highly anticipated Xiaomi 15 series, successor to the acclaimed Xiaomi 14 Ultra camera phone, is expected to be unveiled around March 2nd. The device boasts a prominent quad-camera setup and distinct color options. Leaks suggest Xiaomi may partner with Google to offer a free Gemini Advanced subscription with the Xiaomi 15 series, similar to promotions offered with Pixel, Samsung, and Moto devices. Code strings within the Google app reference Xiaomi in the context of Gemini Advanced offers. While the length of the potential free Gemini Advanced subscription is unknown, previous offers have ranged from three months to a full year (a $240 value). Last year's Xiaomi 14 Ultra was one of the best camera smartphones on the market, and we know that the Chinese smartphone-maker aims to replicate the same recipe with the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series. Earlier this month, we got our first proper look at the upcoming device, highlighting its huge rear camera island featuring four dedicated shooters, alongside a close look at its distinct colorways. Related This Ultra camera phone might pay homage to an iconic Leica The Xiaomi 15 is shaping up to be a camera powerhouse Posts 1 The Xiaomi 15 series is expected to be unveiled in roughly a week, and it looks like the company might be partnering with Google to announce a freebie promotion. For reference, Google's new Pixel devices and Samsung's Galaxy S25 series come with varying durations of free Gemini Advanced, and it seems Xiaomi plans to offer a similar promotion to early Xiaomi 15 series buyers. Promo duration is still a mystery Source: Android Authority As pointed out by Android Authority, version 16.7.21.sa.arm64 of the Google app houses code strings that reference Xioami alongside existing mentions of Samsung and Pixel devices -- all within the context of the Gemini Advanced promotion. The strings also mention Moto, which, for reference, also offered three months of free Gemini Advanced to early Razr+ (2024) buyers. For what it's worth, the unearthed code doesn't directly reference which Xiaomi device the promotion will be applicable to, but considering that the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series will be launching globally (North American users are still out of luck), it is safe to say that it is the most likely candidate for the bundled Gemini Advanced subscription promotion. The duration of the promotion is currently unknown. For reference, early buyers of Google's own Pixel 9 series were able to claim a free one-year subscription to Gemini Advanced. Considering that the subscription costs $20/mo, the free promotion equates to $240 in value. In comparison, early Galaxy S25 series buyers only got free access to Gemini Advanced for six months, followed by Moto Razr buyers at three months. Xiaomi's 15 series will be unveiled on March 2, and that's when we'll get full clarity about the promotion. Related Gemini Advanced: Everything you need to know about Google's premium AI Google's premium AI explained Posts 2

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra could offer owners an AI bonus

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra already has us thrilled about its distinct design and top-tier camera skills. While the Ultra won't come cheap, Xiaomi could be looking to sweeten the deal by offering free access to Google Gemini's premium tier. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, along with the other phones in the series, could join other premium Android devices that get complimentary access to Gemini Advanced, the paid tier of Google's AI chatbot. Android Authority discovered code that references Xiaomi 15 along with the other handful of Android devices that get the subscription, which is otherwise $20 a month, for free. Recommended Videos Currently, the promotional offer is valid for the Google Pixel 9 series, Motorola Razr and Razr Plus (2024), and the Galaxy S25 series. These devices get complimentary access to Gemini Advanced, which unlocks Gemini 2.0 Pro -- Google's more powerful model, deep research functionality, and 2TB of Google One cloud storage. For those who might be compelled to buy the Xiaomi 15 Ultra for its camera, the freebie would be an added advantage. As part of the Google One storage, owners will be able to access additional AI editing features in the Google Photos app. Please enable Javascript to view this content Google's intent behind bundling a premium subscription with a premium phone is clear. It wishes for buyers to be enticed by the richer capabilities of the more capable AI agent, so they can't return to the free version with relatively limited skills. Beyond the basic features, we could witness Google partnering with Xiaomi for a deeper AI integration, where Gemini's features also extend to Xiaomi's system apps, for upscaling or editing photos and videos. We wouldn't have to wait long to learn about the details as the company has already confirmed a global announcement on March 2nd, on the sidelines of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025. Ahead of the launch, Xiaomi has also confirmed details about the Ultra camera, which is tuned in partnership with camera brand Leica. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is set to feature a 200MP sensor for its telephoto camera along with a 1-inch sensor for the primary shooter.

Which Android brand is next in line with a free Gemini Advanced subscription? (APK teardown)

It looks like an upcoming Xiaomi phone could also include a free Gemini Advanced subscription. Google has been steadily expanding the reach of its Gemini AI assistant, but some of Gemini's more advanced features still sit behind a paywall, requiring a Gemini Advanced subscription that costs $20 per month. To entice users, Google has been bundling limited-time free subscriptions with select flagship smartphones. The Pixel 9 series and Samsung's Galaxy S25 series both come with six to twelve months of free Gemini Advanced subscription bundled in. Now, it looks like another brand could be joining the list.