Xiaomi has confirmed its next global launch event will take place in Barcelona on February 28 ahead of MWC. The company’s teaser on X carries the tagline “The New Wave of Imagery is arriving,” indicating that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to make its international debut during the event.
This means we can expect these phones to arrive in Pakistan soon as well.
The New Wave of Imagery is arriving.
Mark your calendar 📝 February 28, 2026, 14:00 (GMT+1).
Join us for the launch of Xiaomi 17 Series. pic.twitter.com/EQ2pGQcHsc
— Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) February 20, 2026
Expected Announcements
The standard Xiaomi 17 is also rumored to launch globally alongside the Ultra model. Additional devices said to be joining the lineup include the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, the Xiaomi Tag, and the Xiaomi Watch 5.
There has been no indication that the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max will receive a global rollout. Current expectations suggest these models will remain exclusive to China, including the version featuring a rear display.
Global Variant Specs
Recent reports indicate that the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra will retain the same pricing as their predecessors in Europe. Apart from battery capacity, the global variants are expected to match their Chinese counterparts in specifications.
The global Xiaomi 17 is said to feature a 6,330 mAh battery, compared to the 7,000 mAh unit available in China. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to carry a 6,000 mAh battery internationally, down from 6,800 mAh in the Chinese version.
