Xiaomi recently unveiled a variety of new products, including the Xiaomi 17 Ultra smartphone, a tracking tag similar to Apple’s AirTag, a smartwatch, and a compact power bank.
The highlight was the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, featuring collaboration with Leica for superior camera capabilities, including Leica lenses and exclusive filters.
It boasts a powerful 50-megapixel main camera with a 1-inch sensor and a standout 200-megapixel telephoto camera, supporting optical zoom between 3.2x and 4.3x. A 50 MP ultrawide camera further enhances versatility.
Powering the device is a robust 6,000 mAh battery with quick charging capabilities through a 90W USB PD-PPS port and Xiaomi’s 50W Hypercharge wireless charging technology.
The smartphone features a 6.9-inch Xiaomi HyperRGB OLED display and is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.
Additionally, a special Leica edition commemorates the camera company’s centenary with an aluminum-alloy body and a Leica-themed software interface.
This edition includes a rotating camera dial for zooming and offers a “Leica Essential mode” with filters inspired by classic Leica models.
Xiaomi also announced two additional kits for the 17 Ultra: a Bluetooth-enhanced Photography Kit and a more advanced Photography Kit Pro with luxury design and special features.
Pricing starts at €999 for the Xiaomi 17, €1,499 for the Ultra version, and €1,999 for the Leica edition. Photography Kits are available for €99.99 and €199.99 for the Pro variant.
Xiaomi also unveiled the Electric Scooter 6 Ultra with a 1200W motor and a 75 km range, starting at €329.99.
A new tracking device resembling Apple’s AirTag weighs 10 grams and works with Apple Find My and Google Find Hub, priced at €14.99 or €49.99 for a pack of four.
Xiaomi introduced a slim 6mm thick power bank with 5,000 mAh capacity, supporting wired and wireless charging, starting at €59.99.
The Xiaomi Watch 5 features a 930mAh battery lasting up to six days and is priced at €299.99.
The Redmi Buds 8 Pro retail for €69.99, offering active noise cancellation and 33 hours of battery life.
Key Takeaways
- The Xiaomi 17 Ultra features a noteworthy partnership with Leica for enhanced camera capabilities.
- Advanced photography options include a dedicated Photography Kit.
- Xiaomi’s lineup includes a device resembling Apple’s AirTag.
- The new Electric Scooter showcases impressive performance.
- Additional accessories like a slim power bank and smartwatch cater to modern tech needs.