Xiaomi Presentations in 2022: Full Event Calendar and Key Announcements

In 2022, Xiaomi held a series of global and regional presentations featuring flagship smartphones, tablets, smartwatches and other ecosystem devices, and even though it has been several years since these events, information about them remains relevant to owners of equipment released during that period, especially when it comes to firmware support, accessories compatibility or comparison with new models.

In this article, we’ve compiled all the official dates of Xiaomi 2022, including global and Chinese events, listed key announced devices (from Xiaomi 12S Ultra to Mix Fold 2), and explained where you can find livestream recordings and archival materials. If you’re looking for information about a particular model or want to understand what innovations the company implemented that year, this guide will help you understand.

Official Xiaomi Presentation Calendar in 2022

Xiaomi traditionally hosts several major events per year, divided into Chinese (for the domestic market) and global (for the international audience) presentations. In 2022, the schedule was especially busy due to the release of several flagship lines.

• 📅 December 28, 2021 – Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro (China) The first presentation of the year, although held in late 2021, actually opened the season 2022.
• 📅 March 15, 2022 – Xiaomi 12 Pro Dimensity Edition (China) Special version with chipset from MediaTek.
• 📅 July 19, 2022 – Xiaomi 12S Ultra, 12S Pro, 12S Mix Fold 2 (China) is one of the most high-profile events of the year.
• 📅 August 11, 2022 – Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4 and Mix Fold 2 (global announcement).
• 📅 September 26, 2022 – Xiaomi 12T and 12T Pro (global presentation).
• 📅 November 1, 2022 – Xiaomi Civi 2 (China) Model for young audience.

Importantly, some of the devices announced at the Chinese presentations never made it to the global market (e.g., Xiaomi 12S Ultra); others, on the contrary, received international versions with modified specs (like the Mix Fold 2), which should be considered when searching for firmware or accessories.

Key announcements: what devices presented in 2022

2022 was a period of experimentation for Xiaomi: the company released the first foldable smartphone of the second generation (Mix Fold 2), updated the line of flagships 12S with cameras from Leica, and expanded the range of tablets and smart watches.

Xiaomi 12S Ultra: flagship with a camera from Leica

This device was the first Xiaomi smartphone with optics Leica, the legendary German manufacturer of photo equipment.

• 📸 Main camera: 50 MP (Sony) IMX989, 1") variable-diaphragm f/1.9–f/4.0.
• 🔋 Battery: 4860 mAh with support 67W fast charging (wired and wireless).
• 🖥️ Screen: 6.73" AMOLED, 2K, 120 Hz, LTPO.

A unique feature of the model is a removable macro lens that is attached by a magnet to the body, but due to its high price and limited regional distribution (only in China), the device has not been widely adopted outside Asia.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 2: foldable smartphone with improved hinge

The second generation of foldable smartphones from Xiaomi received:

• 📏 Screen size: 8.02" (internal) + 6.56” (external).
• 🔄 Spinner: no gap, with support for 180° disclosure.
• 🚀 Processor: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.

The main improvement over the first model is the lack of visible crease on the screen and more compact dimensions, but the price (~9000 CNY at release) made it a niche product.

Where to see the presentations of 2022

If you want to see original broadcasts or archival material, official records are available on several platforms:

⚠️ Note: On YouTube, some videos may be removed or hidden due to changes in company policies.If the link doesn't work, try searching for the post via the hashtags #XiaomiEvent or #XiaomiLaunch.

How to distinguish the 2022 presentation from the newer

Users often confuse events from different years, especially when it comes to similar names (for example, Xiaomi 12S vs Xiaomi 13).

• 📅 Date on banner: Official posters always show the exact date (for example, 19.07.2022").
• 🔍 Device design: In 2022, Xiaomi used rectangular chamber modules (12S Ultra) and foldable screens with minimal bending (Mix Fold 2).
• 🎤 Presenters: In 2022, presentations are led by Lei Jun (CEO Xiaomi) and Lu Weibing (head of Redmi).

If in doubt, check the model number in the smartphone settings:

1. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version.
2. Find the Model string (e.g., 22061218C for 12S Ultra).
3. Check the database on gsmarena.com or mi.com.

The relevance of devices 2022 in 2026: whether to buy

Xiaomi smartphones and gadgets, released in 2022, are still supported by the company, but with some reservations.

Support for MIUI updates

According to Xiaomi’s policy, flagship models receive 3-4 years of major MIUI updates and 1 additional year of security patches.For devices in 2022, this means:

• 📱 Xiaomi 12S Ultra: Support up to MIUI 16 (expected until 2026).
• 📱 Mix Fold 2: Updates to Update MIUI 15 (2026–2026).
• 📱 Xiaomi 12T Pro: The latest upgrade — MIUI 15 (2026).

Compatibility with accessories

Some accessories released after 2022 may not support older models, such as:

• 🔋 Fast charging: Xiaomi 12S Ultra is not compatible with charging 120W+, issued in 2023-2026.
• 🎧 Headphones: Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro (2023) lack optimization for Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipsets.

⚠️ Warning: When buying a used device in 2022, check the status of the battery using the code ##4636## (menu Battery Information). After 2-3 years of use, the capacity may fall by 20-30%.

💡

If you buy Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 in 2026, pay attention to the condition of the hinge – its life is designed for ~ 200,000 folds (when used intensively, it is ~3-4 years).

Frequent questions about Xiaomi 2022 presentations

💡

Xiaomi’s 2022 devices remain relevant for photography enthusiasts (12S Ultra) and foldable smartphone enthusiasts (Mix Fold 2), but are inferior to new models in performance and software support.