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Barcelona is about to get louder. Xiaomi has quietly stacked its pre-MWC lineup, and the February 28 event promises more than just flagship phones.
We already knew the Xiaomi 17 series would make a global appearance. The company confirmed the Pad 8 will share the same stage. Now an oft-leaked accessory has shed its rumors and stepped into the light: the Xiaomi Tag, officially announced and weighing a mere 10 grams. Small. Practical. Unobtrusive.
But Xiaomi didn’t stop at a tracker. The Redmi Buds 8 Pro will receive their international debut that day as well — true wireless earbuds aimed at global markets rather than a regional roll-out. Expect the typical Xiaomi mix: competitive pricing and features that punch above their weight.
Lastly, and perhaps most tempting for travelers, Xiaomi will unveil the UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000. Think of a power bank as slim as a credit card but built to cling to the back of your phone. It packs 5,000 mAh, supports 15W wireless charging, measures just 6mm thick, and weighs only 98 grams. Portable power, without the bulk.
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Here are the headline specs confirmed so far:
- Xiaomi Tag — weight: 10 g
- Redmi Buds 8 Pro — international unveiling: Feb 28
- UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 — 5,000 mAh, 15W wireless, 6 mm thin, 98 g
Earlier today Xiaomi teased the global Xiaomi 17 Ultra with a short video, underlining that the company intends to flood the market with flagship hardware and companion accessories all at once. It’s a strategic play: pair ambitious phones with an ecosystem of gadgets that nudge users to stay inside Xiaomi’s orbit.
Curious which of these will matter most? Keep an eye on Barcelona. New hardware often arrives with surprises — sometimes in size, sometimes in price. Either way, February 28 looks set to be a busy day for Xiaomi and anyone who likes shiny new toys that actually serve a purpose.
Source: gsmarena
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