Xiaomi today unveiled an assortment of devices in anticipation of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. These introductions included a photography-centric premium smartphone, a location tracker akin to AirTag, the Xiaomi Watch 5 smartwatch, and an exceptionally slender power bank.
The China-based corporation has collaborated with camera manufacturer Leica to jointly brand its Xiaomi 17 Ultra mobile phone. Through this alliance, it incorporates Leica lenses and develops photographic filters that emulate the aesthetic of the German camera enterprise.
This handset features a 50-megapixel primary imaging sensor with an F/1.67 aperture and a 1-inch sensor. However, the most striking feature is the 200-megapixel telephoto camera, which boasts an adjustable focal distance equivalent to 75mm-100mm. This translates to an optical magnification range between 3.2x and 4.3x. Additionally, the phone is outfitted with a 50 MP super-wide-angle lens featuring an f/2.2 aperture.
Also noteworthy: The phone incorporates a 6,000 mAh battery (with the Chinese variant offering a larger capacity 6,800mAh battery). Its power can be replenished using a 90W USB PD-PPS connection, and it is compatible with Xiaomi’s 50W Hypercharge wireless technology.
The device sports a 6.9-inch Xiaomi HyperRGB OLED display, safeguarded by Xiaomi’s proprietary Shield Glass 3.0. For processing power, the company opted for Qualcomm’s newest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a chip also employed in the recently debuted Galaxy S26 series.
To commemorate 100 years of the camera company, Xiaomi is also introducing a special Leica edition phone. This unit presents a robust aluminum-alloy body with a nickel-anodized finish. Furthermore, Xiaomi has integrated a Leica theme within its software interface.
The handset incorporates a rotating ring that simulates optical zoom on a traditional camera. This commemorative version additionally features a “Leica Essential mode,” which includes filters designed to reproduce images in the characteristic style of Leica M9 and Leica M3.
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Xiaomi debuted the Xiaomi 17, equipped with a more substantial 6,330 mAh battery, which is capable of fast charging at 100W utilizing the company’s HyperCharge system.
The company is also releasing two photographic enhancements for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. The 17 Ultra Photography Kit is a Bluetooth-connected clip-on module featuring a two-stage shutter button and a dedicated video recording control. For those seeking a more camera-like experience, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit Pro endeavors to replicate a traditional camera body with a leather finish, a video recording button, a removable shutter button, and zoom functionality. This kit attaches via a USB-C connection and incorporates a 2,000 mAh battery to power its functions. When employing this attachment, users gain access to a new fastshot mode on the phone.
With this unveiling, the company is offering these devices for purchase in the EU and the UK. The Xiaomi 17 is available from €999, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a starting price of €1,499. The Leica edition, which includes 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, retails for €1,999. Separately, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit is priced at €99.99, and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit Pro costs €199.99.
Beyond its mobile offerings, the company also introduced a variety of additional products, among them an electric scooter. Xiaomi stated that its Electric Scooter 6 Ultra boasts 1200W maximum output and a 75km travel distance. The scooter features 12-inch versatile tires suitable for various surfaces, along with front and rear disc braking systems. A three-inch TFT display is included to indicate parameters like speed and range. This scooter begins at €329.99, with five different versions available, and the premium model priced at €799.99.
The company additionally unveiled a novel Xiaomi tag, a tracking gadget similar to AirTag, which integrates with both Apple Find My and Google Android Find Hub. This tag has a mere weight of 10 grams and features a button cell battery that offers more than a year of life. Users can also activate an audible alert from a distance to locate the tracker or determine the timestamp of its last connection. The company is setting the cost of this tag at €14.9 for a single unit and €49.99 for a bundle of four units.
Furthermore, the company introduced a slender power bank with a mere 6mm profile. This power bank weighs 98 grams and possesses a 5,000 mAh energy storage capability. It is capable of powering devices at 22.5W via a cable and at 15W wirelessly. The power bank is magnetically attachable, allowing it to adhere to compatible smartphones like iPhones, and replenish their battery wirelessly. This power bank retails for €59.99 for the black and silver color options. An orange colorway is also available, priced at €64.99.
Xiaomi introduced its new smartwatch, the Xiaomi Watch 5, featuring a 930mAh battery that offers a battery life of up to six days. This wearable device boasts a circular 1.54-inch AMOLED display and responds to gestures for declining incoming calls or silencing alerts. The watch is also capable of generating a health report in 60 seconds by analyzing data such as heart rate, blood oxygen, stress levels, sleep duration, sleep heart rate, and sleep SpO₂. The watch carries a price tag of €299.99.
The company further unveiled the €69.9 Redmi Buds 8 Pro wireless headphones, featuring integrated noise cancelling and providing an endurance of up to 33 hours of battery life.
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