Recent reports suggest Xiaomi is planning to accelerate the launch timeline for its forthcoming 17 Ultra smartphone. Initial speculation originating from sources in China indicated a December unveiling, a significant advancement compared to the February launch of its predecessor, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.
Further refining this projection, a new report circulating on X (formerly Twitter) narrows the anticipated launch window for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra to the fourth week of December. This timeframe encompasses the period from December 22nd to December 28th.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra (Image for illustrative purposes)
This potential shift aligns with an emerging trend among Chinese manufacturers, including Xiaomi, to introduce new device iterations earlier in the year. The company’s prior launches of the 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max models reflect this strategy. A key aspect of this forthcoming release is the planned global availability of the 17 Ultra.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, for example, was initially unveiled in China and subsequently launched globally at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona in February. While a similar expedited international rollout is uncertain for the 17 Ultra, the timing of its global launch remains a critical question. Whether its global debut will coincide with its domestic release or be delayed until February is yet to be determined. Further developments will be closely monitored and reported.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra (For Reference)
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