The Xiaomi 14 Ultra: Is This My Favorite Phone Ever?

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Is the Xiaomi 14 Ultra worth the hype? I'm sharing my honest first impressions after unboxing this camera monster! We'll cover:
- Sleek design (LOVE that leather back!)
- Condensation issues? My experience...
- HyperOS - is it a winner?
- Mind-blowing camera quality. But is it too stylized?
- Performance, bloatware, and the things I wish were different
Let's dive in! Have you tried the Xiaomi 14 Ultra? Share YOUR thoughts below!
#xiaomi14ultra #xiaomi14series #xiaomi14
00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Unboxing
01:14 - Build quality
03:07 - Condensation in the main lens
05:55 - Performance
06:54 - Software
08:57 - What drives me crazy
11:09 - Bloatware
11:55 - Camera quality
16:35 - Camera App
18:03 - Video quality
18:40 - Outro

КОМЕНТАРІ: 93
@MissKiwiCM
@MissKiwiCM Місяць тому
The settings shortcut is on the bottom row on the left. Next to the wallet?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Thanks! I totally missed the shortcut. I kept looking at the top of the control center, where it is in other Android skins.
@Moon17128
@Moon17128 Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc When Xiaomi was still using MIUI, it was located at the top right of the control center
@Channe1F2k
@Channe1F2k Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc in my case the settings toggle wasnt available hence i had to add it in........took a while to get used to coming from other androids
@mr_stoosh
@mr_stoosh Місяць тому
I've moved the settings toggle to the top of the shortcuts so it's easy to access
@edgargabriel6640
@edgargabriel6640 Місяць тому
You are right about the index finger position. I got the photography pack and it is great
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
The whole package is so good! Taking photos is way better now with the photography kit. Super hyped, I preordered the iPhone and snagged it for free.
@pravinmurthy
@pravinmurthy Місяць тому
My fav phone ever too.. Have preordered the phone here in India 🙂
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
They absolutely nailed it with the 14 Ultra! The results I am getting are stellar! Enjoy it, when it arrives!
@curiousswapnil
@curiousswapnil Місяць тому
I wish they could have provided a photography kit too.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
That's sad 😢
@And_Sun_Yk
@And_Sun_Yk Місяць тому
How is it your favourite phone ever without using it 😅 Anyway, how much are you getting it for after discounts in India? 95k?
@hardiksinghal25
@hardiksinghal25 Місяць тому
i pre booked too but i wish they give us grip too kit is incomplete without this
@MRHShah
@MRHShah Місяць тому
Very good detailed first impression so far. I do agree that this phone has the most accurate colour science which dont over saturate or sharpen the images. I am planning to buy it and trade in my samsung S24 ultra. Please do the gaming review as well as that can gives thw idea about its handling cabailities of i tensive tasks. Thanks.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Xiaomi truly outdid themselves with the 14 Ultra, imho. Thank you for suggesting some topics of interest! Cheers!
@VNUDrawingArt
@VNUDrawingArt Місяць тому
I also have a s24ultra and am selling it now, I am very disappointed in it. Samsung smartphones are terrible in every way. I want to quickly buy Xiaomi 14 ultra. This is the best camera phone today until the Vivo X100 Ultra appears
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
The camera of the 14 Ultra is fantastic, my favorite smartphone camera to date!
@VNUDrawingArt
@VNUDrawingArt Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc Yes, I agree with you
@felipef6516
@felipef6516 Місяць тому
I did exactly that.. traded the s24u for the Xiaomi .. honestly, I think the Xiaomi is a much better phone. The camera is in a whole different league compared to the glitchy inconsistent mess that is the s24u .. I do miss the screen/display of the s24u, it's incredible... But it's the only thing I miss.
@andreasyiangou84
@andreasyiangou84 Місяць тому
Your reviews are great and I just subscribed, keep it going! I'd like to ask, if price wasn't an issue, in terms of camera, battery, and UI, which phone would you choose? Xiaomi 14 Ultra or Honor Magic 6 pro?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Definitely the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. The camera quality, camera app, and image/video editing features are far superior. Honestly, I gave away the Magic 6 Pro after realizing how good the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is.
@udoy8377
@udoy8377 Місяць тому
u can add setting shortcut in qs tiles tap on edit then add settings
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Completely oversaw this! I have the shortcut now.
@nzimmr
@nzimmr Місяць тому
but yur notification does have setting shortcut. nice review!
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Oh man! Now I feel really silly. I completely missed that. Maybe it's because there were no labels under the icons at first. Thanks for pointing it out.
@alvarito141091
@alvarito141091 Місяць тому
I am a Xiaomi 14 ultra user and I must say that I am affected by the condensation issue. In my case I intentionally left the phone running the cpu throttling apk for 7-10 min and then placed the camera lens on a cold surface. I also have an Oppo find x7 ultra and the same thing happens to it. Both phones with condensation on all 4 cameras, it's not a joke, just force the situation. I don't think this problem would occur to me in a normal situation.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I tried the same thing yesterday with my other phones. Putting something cold on the lens makes it fog up. Nowadays, I barely get any fog when I use it like usual. But, I know some folks who end up with their lenses all fogged up even when they're just doing normal stuff with their phones, especially when it's kinda chilly out, like between 5 and 10°C. That's for sure not supposed to happen.
@miladshahrestani1349
@miladshahrestani1349 Місяць тому
Setting is in notification.. even in your video the setting icon iw bottom left. Also about widget yes... It is pain but you dont need ALWAYS to mess around with widget anyway.. you do it once abd thats it.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I found the settings icon. Thanks for pointing that out. Regarding widgets: True, but it depends, there a people who likle to change theo honscreen configutation mor often. Also: There is just no reason to make it that cumbersome. Every other OS does it better.
@Gladajeppe
@Gladajeppe 26 днів тому
I have git😢mine yesterday but sadly my device suffers from condesation by the main camera lense as soon as I used it outdoors. Do you have a solution for this? 😢
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc 26 днів тому
A lot of buyers have the problem. Some reported that recording 8K for prolonged period of time with an ejected sim card tray or placing the phone in a closed container with silica bags helped...
@7a696d7
@7a696d7 Місяць тому
Is there a link to your wallpaper/ home screen theme?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
This is Xiaomis Super Wallpaper. This can be installed as a separate app. Just google "Super Wallpaper Android" and you will find some instructions.
@makdrumz
@makdrumz 27 днів тому
Are you facing the rattling issue with the main camera caused by freely moving back and forth? It sounds horrible when you hold the phone and twisting your hand but IF you are in the camera app, nothing is heard and the issue is fully resolved. Is is just me or is this a common issue caused by a firmware update perhaps?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc 26 днів тому
That's normal. It's the optical image stabilization. When the camera is not on, the lenses will rattle. As the sensor is quite big compared to other phones, the lenses need to bigger and will also rattle more.
@proracer4272
@proracer4272 Місяць тому
In general, if you had to choose between the honor magic 6 pro and the xiaomi 14 ultra, which one would you choose
@proracer4272
@proracer4272 Місяць тому
;
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I prefer and would choose Xiaomi. The camera's image quality and features are superior, in my opinion. I particularly value macro and portrait capabilities, areas where Xiaomi especially excels.
@florianheyn2044
@florianheyn2044 Місяць тому
Have many Problems with Push notifications in Always on Display. Sometimes it works, sometimes not. Please help. Thanks
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Hard to say why. I don't notice any problems. Perhaps any wrong settings in notifications setting?
@ILLRICARDO
@ILLRICARDO Місяць тому
I had the xiaomi 14, and it had horrible sealing, the camera lens would always fog up and the only way to remove the moisture was to leave the sim tray open... Also hyperos kept bombarding me with adverts.... Its a hard pass on anything xiaomi from now on.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
It appears that lens fogging is indeed a significant issue. While my unit doesn't have the problem anymore, many others are still grappling with it. Additionally, the bloatware of adverts and bloatware is truly horrible. Fortunately, I've successfully disabled the majority of them.
@DT-nx9ql
@DT-nx9ql Місяць тому
which do you prefer or would recommend, the Xiaomi 14 ultra or the Vivo x100 pro?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Hard to say, I never tried the Vivo X100 Pro.
@DeRockeyTech
@DeRockeyTech Місяць тому
Vs honor magic 6 pro please. Screen camera speakers
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I will return the M6P tomorrow, as I decided to go with the Xiaomi.
@DeRockeyTech
@DeRockeyTech Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc do u think it performs better than honor ?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
When it comes to the camera, the 14 Ultra is much better imho. As for everything else, they're pretty much on the same level. But yeah, the M6P's battery life is way better.
@udoy8377
@udoy8377 17 днів тому
xiaomi has kinda best night mode implement other 0hones night time photos are so bright looks like day time but xiaomi photos night photos looks like it shot in night they doesn't bright heavily
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc 16 днів тому
I agree. I don't like it at all when night photos are artificially brightened too much or when the sky is overly processed.
@oliver_liew
@oliver_liew Місяць тому
How would you compare the OnePlus 12 with this Xiaomi 14 Ultra?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I didn't use the Oneplus 12, but from what I heard it's a great phone with a very competitive price.
@dieschnellekatze
@dieschnellekatze 13 днів тому
Great new player on the phone market
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc 13 днів тому
Me or the phone 🤪
@sieghart132
@sieghart132 Місяць тому
How is it compared to Vivo X100 Pro?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I don't have the X100 Pro yet, but once I get it, I'll definitely do a comparison.
@saurav4180
@saurav4180 Місяць тому
@@JMTMarcwaiting for it eagerly….and a comparison against 14 ultra
@leobeats47
@leobeats47 Місяць тому
There is short cut to go to settings lol you didnt see it . 😂
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Yes! Did not see it. Thanks to you and many others commenting on this, my life is now much easier. Thanks!
@wilhelmsvideon9206
@wilhelmsvideon9206 Місяць тому
Fog problem with the main camera?
@ILLRICARDO
@ILLRICARDO Місяць тому
I had the 14 and it had the fog problem, i had to leave the SIM tray open to remove the fog... And also hyper os kept bombarding me with adverts.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
It's a real issue and Xiaomi should adress it. It's harming the reputation of the brand.
@osuan9
@osuan9 Місяць тому
amazing xiomi14
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Oh yes!
@Avgeek1564
@Avgeek1564 Місяць тому
Condensation? What do you expect when you put a phone in the fridge?
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Look online: It even happens at modest temperatures, like 8 ⁰C.
@Avgeek1564
@Avgeek1564 Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc I was just ready to order one, I've changed my mind now. This issue is going to affect sales badly.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Perfectly understabdable 😶‍🌫️
@gamingwithsayan6232
@gamingwithsayan6232 Місяць тому
Brother one suggestion to you , change the thumbnail, after seeing it i thought you dont have the phone and you're doing the video just for views , Use thumnail with your face or any other types .. Video is good though And compare it with other phones camera
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Thanks, buddy! Makes sense. Thats actually a very useful comment! Immediately changed the thumbnail :D
@DeRockeyTech
@DeRockeyTech Місяць тому
Settings is literally there as a quick access in the control center 😂
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I know! You are now the third viewer to point this out. I feel kind of stupid now :D
@DeRockeyTech
@DeRockeyTech Місяць тому
@@JMTMarc no u r not . I found it after months of using hyperos 😂😂😂😂
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
That's good to know 🤣
@KHHBBC
@KHHBBC Місяць тому
I can tell by the photos of your girl, you know about photography and those photos look great.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Thank you! Indeed, I've been passionate about photography for several years now, always keeping a camera close at hand. That's why I'm so excited about embracing this modern technology-having such incredible image quality right in your pocket is truly amazing.
@adelessa3434
@adelessa3434 Місяць тому
❤🫡
@ferrydaddy
@ferrydaddy Місяць тому
Condensation is a big issue. 😞 #Unhappy #MoistureProblem
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
Indeed, the issue has been diminishing with my unit, fortunately. I believe it was due to some adhesive that hadn't fully cured. This theory was also supported by discussions in the Xiaomi Community.
@ferrydaddy
@ferrydaddy Місяць тому
I firmly hold the belief that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra stands out as the most versatile and well-rounded smartphone of the year.
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
It's a jack of all trades!
@miki25ization
@miki25ization Місяць тому
hahahaha
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
muahahahaha
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi Місяць тому
Vivo x100 pro better
@JMTMarc
@JMTMarc Місяць тому
I will do a comparison.
@janne303
@janne303 Місяць тому
does vivo got variable aperture?
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi Місяць тому
@@janne303 no....I owned s10 with variable aperture and it doesn't matter
@janne303
@janne303 Місяць тому
@@Truth_seeker-bl5mi A VERY big difference in a 2019 year model sensor vs these has nowadays :)
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi
@Truth_seeker-bl5mi Місяць тому
@@janne303 what I meant was that variable aperture was also useless at that time....pixels still ruled camera world
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