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Xiaomi 17 Ultra, With Leica Zoom Ring, Set for Global 2026 Launch

Xiaomi confirms an early‑2026 international rollout to extend its Leica‑led camera push.

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No they're not holding the phone funny – the camera bump actually has a mechanical ring you can rotate to adjust exposure, zoom, and other parameters
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Overview

  • Xiaomi says the 17 Ultra will launch outside China in 2026, with timing not yet announced.
  • The phone is on sale in China starting at ¥6,999, with a higher‑priced Leica Edition available.
  • The Leica‑branded system includes a 50MP 1‑inch main sensor, a 200MP periscope with continuous 3.2x–4.3x optical zoom, and a 50MP ultrawide.
  • The Leica Edition adds a mechanical rotating zoom ring that can be reassigned to focus or exposure, along with Leica styling and accessories; global availability of this variant is unconfirmed.
  • Core hardware features include Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 6.9‑inch LTPO AMOLED display, and a 6,800mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, as rivals like Vivo’s EEC‑listed X300 Ultra prepare global entries.