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Xiaomi Elevates Its Entire Ecosystem at MWC 2026: From Leica Masterpiece Smartphones to AI Tablets, Smart Wearables and a Vision Gran Turismo Hypercar

At Mobile World Congress 2026, Xiaomi unveils one of its most comprehensive ecosystem expansions to date. Headlining the launch is the new Xiaomi 17 Series, accompanied by the Leica co-developed Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi, the productivity-driven Xiaomi Pad 8 Series, a refreshed AIoT portfolio, and the debut of the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo concept created for Gran Turismo 7.

Xiaomi 17 Series: A New Benchmark in Flagship Mobile Imaging

The Xiaomi 17 Series represents a major evolution in both design and imaging performance. Built with ultra-slim bezels using advanced LIPO manufacturing and refined Golden Arc curves, the series delivers a minimalist yet premium in-hand experience.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra stands as the most advanced model in the lineup. Measuring just 8.29mm thin and weighing 218.4g, it is the thinnest and lightest Ultra device Xiaomi has produced to date. It features Xiaomi’s first 1-inch LOFIC main camera sensor, the Light Fusion 1050L, designed to dramatically enhance HDR and dynamic range. Complementing this is a Leica 200MP 75–100mm telephoto camera with mechanical optical zoom and expansion up to 400mm equivalent focal length, maintaining clarity with minimal ghosting and color fringing. Video capabilities extend to 4K 120fps Dolby Vision® and ACES Log recording on both main and telephoto lenses. The device is powered by a 6000mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge, and protected by Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0 with IP68 certification. It is available in White, Black, and Starlit Green.

The Xiaomi 17 offers a more compact flagship alternative at 8.06mm thin and 191g. Despite its lighter profile, it houses the Light Fusion 950 sensor with a 1/1.31-inch size and 2.4μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel technology for impressive 13.5EV dynamic range. Its Leica 60mm floating telephoto lens enables portrait photography, 5x optical-level zoom, 10cm macro shooting, and 20x AI Ultra Zoom. A new 50MP front camera enhances autofocus performance for self-portraits and video calls. The device integrates a 6330mAh battery with 100W wired and 50W wireless HyperCharge. Color options include Alpine Pink, Ice Blue, Venture Green, and Black.

Both models are powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, ensuring high-performance processing across imaging, multitasking, and gaming workloads.

Leica Leitzphone Powered by Xiaomi: Celebrating 100 Years of Imaging Heritage

Developed in celebration of Leica’s centenary, the Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi merges Leica’s iconic photographic philosophy with Xiaomi’s mobile innovation. The device features a nickel-anodized aluminum alloy body that reflects Leica’s industrial heritage.

A standout element is the physical Leica Camera Ring, complete with a knurled finish for tactile zoom control reminiscent of classic Leica cameras. The device also introduces Leica Essential Mode, recreating the image quality and stylistic characteristics of legendary Leica models such as the Leica M9 and Leica M3 with MONOPAN 50 film simulation. Offered in a 16GB + 1TB configuration, the Leitzphone places artistic image capture at the core of its identity.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Series: AI-Powered Productivity in an Ultra-Thin Design

The Xiaomi Pad 8 Series introduces Xiaomi’s thinnest and most powerful tablets globally, combining portability with professional-grade productivity. Both models feature an 11.2-inch 3.2K display with 144Hz refresh rate and up to 800 nits brightness, delivering fluid visuals for work and entertainment. Despite measuring only 5.75mm thin and weighing 485g, they pack a large 9,200mAh battery.

Running on Xiaomi HyperOS 3 with Xiaomi HyperAI, the tablets support enhanced multitasking, including 5:5 vertical split view, 1:9 horizontal split ratio, upgraded Workstation Mode, PC-Level Browser functionality, and integrated WPS Office PC tools.

The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro is powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite, delivering significant CPU and GPU performance gains. It supports 67W HyperCharge and features a 50MP rear camera with a 32MP front camera for professional imaging and video calls, alongside storage options up to 512GB.

The Xiaomi Pad 8 runs on Snapdragon® 8s Gen 4, offering strong performance for daily multitasking. It supports 45W turbo charging, includes a 13MP rear camera and 8MP front camera, and offers storage up to 256GB.

The lineup is complemented by the lightweight Xiaomi Focus Pen Pro and dedicated keyboard accessories that transform the tablets into full productivity tools.

Xiaomi Watch 5: Wear OS Intelligence Meets Premium Craftsmanship

The Xiaomi Watch 5 delivers a flagship wearable experience powered by Wear OS 6. It offers seamless access to Google services including Google Wallet with NFC, Google Maps, and Google Gemini. Advanced gesture controls powered by EMG, IMU, and PPG sensors enable intuitive actions such as dismissing calls or launching apps with simple wrist movements.

Encased in stainless steel with sapphire glass protection, the watch houses a 930mAh battery enhanced by Xiaomi Surge Battery technology and dual-chip architecture, providing up to 6 days in smart mode or 18 days in power saver mode. Comprehensive health tracking and dual-band GNSS further strengthen its position as a premium connected wearable.

Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W: Ultra-Slim Charging Companion

The Xiaomi UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W measures just 6mm thin and weighs 98g, offering card-sized portability. It supports up to 15W wireless fast charging and high-speed USB-C wired charging, with simultaneous wired and wireless output capability. Equipped with a high-density 5000mAh silicon-carbon battery and advanced safety protections, it delivers dependable power in an ultra-minimal design.

Xiaomi Tag: Intelligent Everyday Tracking

Weighing approximately 10g, Xiaomi Tag integrates seamlessly with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub ecosystems. It supports remote item finding, lost mode with contact information, collaborative finding, and automatic alerts to prevent unwanted tracking. With IP67 dust and water resistance and over one year of battery life via a replaceable CR2032 battery, it offers practical, secure tracking for daily essentials.

REDMI Buds 8 Pro: Immersive Sound with Advanced ANC

REDMI Buds 8 Pro features a coaxial triple-driver configuration with Dolby Audio support for enhanced depth and clarity. It delivers up to 55dB active noise cancellation across an extended bandwidth and uses adaptive noise-reduction algorithms for real-time environmental adjustment. With up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge and 33 hours with the case, fast charging provides two hours of listening from just five minutes of charging.

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2026 Series: Cinematic Viewing at Any Scale

Available in sizes ranging from 55” to 98”, the Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2026 Series combines Mini LED local dimming with QLED quantum dot technology for improved contrast and vibrant colors. It supports UHD 4K resolution, HDR10+, Dolby Vision®, and Dolby Atmos®. With a 144Hz refresh rate, expandable to 288Hz via Game Boost mode, along with Google TV, Apple AirPlay, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, it serves as a high-performance home entertainment hub.

Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo: Technology Meets Hypercar Design

Expanding beyond consumer electronics, Xiaomi introduces the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo concept, becoming the 36th brand to join the Vision Gran Turismo project. Designed for Gran Turismo 7, the fully electric hypercar features a teardrop cockpit, aerodynamic channels, halo-shaped taillight air outlet, and a drag coefficient of 0.29. The “Sofa Racer” interior concept integrates Xiaomi’s smart ecosystem, transforming the vehicle into an intelligent companion aligned with its Human × Car × Home vision.

With this expansive 2026 lineup, Xiaomi reinforces its position not just as a smartphone brand, but as a fully integrated global technology ecosystem spanning mobile imaging, productivity, smart living, entertainment, and future mobility.

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