India, Jan. 9 -- A year ago, Xiaomi didn't do much wrong with the Redmi Note 14, because it stayed with the times. Little do we realise that a year later, our expectations from a phone priced in the genuinely sensitive Rs.5,000 - Rs.20,000 price band, are much more. Good thing Xiaomi realises it too, that the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 simply would cut it anymore. Neither would that specific camera hardware or processing, or the software which underlines the experience. In all these crucial aspects, the Redmi Note 15 is a significant step forward. And if I am to say as much, lengthens that prospect of longevity as well.

Prices start Rs.22,999 for the Redmi Note 15 and that's only a slight increment, one that's to be expected, contextualised...