Xiaomi, unlike Google and Samsung, thinks camera hardware comes first
The Verge
Xiaomi prioritizes camera hardware innovation over heavy AI software processing, contrasting with Google and Samsung's current focus.Summary
When launching the 17 and 17 Ultra phones in Europe, Xiaomi emphasized camera hardware, notably avoiding extensive discussion of AI, unlike competitors Google and Samsung. Angus Ng, Xiaomi's director of communications and public relations, stated that the company is currently focused on overcoming hardware limitations, suggesting they will only pivot to software innovation once hardware progress stalls. Ng noted that previous heavy reliance on AI processing yielded less than overwhelmingly positive feedback. He speculated that Samsung's strong focus on software might be a strategic response to less significant hardware upgrades.
(Source：The Verge)