Xiaomi 17 Series unveiled ahead of MWC 2026. (Image credit – Xiaomi)
Xiaomi introduced a broad portfolio of new products across categories just days before Mobile World Congress 2026 (MWC) in Barcelona, Spain. The brand’s latest lineup includes flagship smartphones focused on advanced mobile photography, dedicated photography kits, a tracking device similar to Apple’s AirTag, an ultra-slim magnetic power bank, Xiaomi Pad 8 Series, a new smartwatch, electric scooters, and more.
Here’s a detailed look at everything Xiaomi announced.
The Xiaomi 17 series with both the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra feature a premium, camera-focused design, with the Ultra variant sporting a more prominent rear camera module. The Xiaomi 17 comes in black, blue, pink, and green finishes, while the Ultra model is available in black in India.
Both devices are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, aimed at delivering strong gaming, multitasking, and AI capabilities. They also carry IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
The standard Xiaomi 17 weighs 191 grams and features a 6.3-inch AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 3,500 nits. In comparison, the 219-gram Xiaomi 17 Ultra comes with a larger 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display supporting a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The most significant difference between the two lies in their camera hardware.
The Xiaomi 17 features a Leica-branded triple camera setup including a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, and a 50MP telephoto lens with Leica 60mm floating lens design. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra, however, steps up with a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 200MP telephoto camera. It also incorporates LOFIC (Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor) sensor technology, which aims to deliver DSLR-like high dynamic range photos and videos, particularly in challenging lighting environments.
In terms of battery, the Xiaomi 17 packs a 6,330mAh battery despite its compact size and supports 100W fast charging. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra houses a 6,000mAh battery with support for 90W wired and 50W wireless charging.
The Xiaomi 17 series is scheduled to launch officially in India on March 11 with pricing details expected to be revealed on the same day. Reports indicate that the Xiaomi 17 Pro variants featuring secondary displays will not be introduced in India at this time.
Xiaomi also introduced two photography kits designed specifically for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit is a snap-on accessory with Bluetooth connectivity, a two-stage shutter button, and a dedicated video recording button.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit Pro adds a leather finish, zoom control, a detachable shutter button, and a dedicated video button. It also integrates a USB-C connection and includes a separate 2,000mAh battery for independent operation.
To mark 100 years of the German camera brand, Xiaomi announced a special Leica edition smartphone. The device features a durable aluminium-alloy body with a nickel-anodised finish and a rotating ring on the rear panel that allows users to control zoom, mimicking a traditional camera experience.
On the software side, the phone comes with a Leica-tuned interface catering to both casual users and professional photographers. Features include ‘Leica Essential mode,’ which enables users to apply filters inspired by classic Leica M9 and Leica M3 cameras.
Xiaomi also expanded its tablet lineup with the Xiaomi Pad 8 and Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, which it claims are among the world’s thinnest tablets designed for professionals as well as everyday users.
Both tablets feature an 11.2-inch 3.2K display with up to 800 nits brightness and a 144Hz refresh rate. They measure just 5.75mm in thickness, weigh 485 grams, and pack a 9,200mAh battery.
The tablets run on Xiaomi HyperOS 3 and introduce features such as split-screen layouts, refreshed lock screens, wallpapers, and customizable widgets.
The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform and includes a 50MP rear camera and a 32MP front camera for high-quality video calls. The standard Xiaomi Pad 8 is equipped with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, a 13MP rear camera, an 8MP front camera, and offers up to 256GB of storage.
Xiaomi also introduced the Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro, a new stylus with pressure-sensitive input and support for pinch and double-tap gestures.
Beyond smartphones and tablets, Xiaomi showcased several additional devices.
The Xiaomi Scooter 6 Series includes the Electric Scooter 6 Ultra, which delivers 1,200W peak power and a claimed range of 75km. It features 12-inch all-terrain tires, front and rear disc brakes, and a three-inch TFT display for speed and range information.
The Xiaomi Tag is a compact tracking device compatible with both Apple Find My and Google Android Find Hub networks. Weighing 10 grams, it uses a button cell battery that can last over a year. Users can trigger a sound remotely to locate the tag or check the last known time it was attached.
The Xiaomi Watch 5 comes with a 930mAh battery offering up to six days of usage. It features a round 1.54-inch AMOLED display and supports gesture controls for dismissing calls or alarms. The smartwatch can generate a 60-second health report covering heart rate, blood oxygen levels, stress, sleep duration, sleep heart rate, and sleep SpO₂.
Xiaomi’s new ultra-slim power bank measures just 6mm in thickness and weighs 98 grams. It has a 5,000mAh battery capacity and supports 22.5W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. Available in orange, the magnetic power bank can attach to compatible devices for wireless charging.
At its MWC 2026 booth, Xiaomi will also showcase a concept electric hypercar called Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo. Developed in collaboration with Gran Turismo 7 and Polyphony Digital, a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment, the concept features intelligent systems such as Xiaomi Pulse, which interacts with the driver using light and sound.
Answer. The Ultra has a larger display, a 200MP telephoto camera, and LOFIC sensor tech for DSLR‑like HDR imaging.
Answer. Xiaomi introduced two photography kits with shutter buttons, zoom controls, and extra battery support.
Answer. It features a durable alloy body, a rotating zoom ring, and Leica‑tuned software with classic camera filters.
Answer. The tablets are ultra‑thin, have 11.2‑inch 3.2K displays, run HyperOS 3, and include high‑end cameras and stylus support.
Answer. Xiaomi announced the Watch 5, Scooter 6 Ultra, Xiaomi Tag tracker, slim magnetic power bank, and a Vision Gran Turismo concept hypercar.
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