On December 18, 2025 (Beijing Time), Xiaomi Corporation and Leica have announced a significant upgrade to their global imaging strategic partnership. Building upon their existing 'joint development' framework, they are introducing a 'strategic co-creation model'. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra, heralded as the inaugural product under this innovative model, is set for an official launch in December. This cutting-edge device will boast a next-generation 1-inch primary camera sensor and a Leica APO telephoto lens. These advancements are poised to revolutionize mobile photography's telephoto capabilities and markedly elevate the quality of nighttime scene imagery.
