Xiaomi is no longer just a budget smartphone maker, and today it is a global tech giant with products spanning more than 200 categories, from smart light bulbs to electric vehicles. In 2026, the brand’s range includes thousands of devices, many of which are becoming sales hits thanks to a combination of innovation, design and affordable pricing.
What exactly is Xiaomi doing today? If you think it's just the Redmi Note and the Mi Band, you're wrong. The company is actively developing the MIUI and HyperOS ecosystem by integrating gadgets into a single management system. In this article, we'll take a look at all of Xiaomi's key production lines, the current models of 2026, and explain what technologies make the brand unique against competitors like Samsung or Apple.
We’ll focus on products that often stay in the shadows, such as laser-navigated robot vacuum cleaners or Dolby Vision-enabled portable projectors, and learn which Xiaomi devices are worth buying in 2026 and which are best to bypass (and why).
1.Smartphones: flagships, budget and experimental models
Smartphones remain Xiaomi’s trademark, and in 2026, the company introduced several lines aimed at different categories of users: from the ultra-budget Redmi A2 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra with cameras from Leica – the choice is huge.
Xiaomi’s feature is that even in low-end models, you can find technologies that competitors offer only in the premium segment. For example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ received a 200-MP camera and 120W fast charging, which used to be the prerogative of flagships for 100,000+. And Xiaomi 14 used a ceramic case and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, which brought it to the top of the performance ratings.
- 📱 Xiaomi 14: Ultra, Pro, standard version – with Leica cameras and support for 90W wireless charging.
- 💰 Mid-size segment Redmi Note 13: Pro+, Pro, 5G — s AMOLED-screens and refresh rate of 120 Hz.
- 🔥 Redmi budget models A2 and POCO M6: prices from 8000 rubles, but with NFC large-battery.
- 🧪 Experimental devices: Xiaomi MIX Fold 3 (folding smartphone) and Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro (for selfie).
It’s important to understand that Xiaomi is actively using different brands to segment the market: POCO for gamers, Redmi for mass buyers, and Xiaomi for premium devices, all of which run on the same firmware (HyperOS since 2026), which makes it easier to synchronize with other gadgets in the ecosystem.
⚠️ Note: In 2026, Xiaomi finally abandoned the Mi brand in smartphone names. Now all models are called simply Xiaomi [number] (for example, Xiaomi 14 instead of Mi 13.
2.Smart watches and fitness bracelets: from Mi Band to Watch S3
Xiaomi is a leader in the wearable electronics market, and in 2026 the range expanded due to premium models. If before the Mi Band was a symbol of budget trackers, now the company offers a full-fledged smart watch with a high-end mobile phone. AMOLED-display, GPS support for eSIM.
The main innovation of 2026 – Xiaomi Watch S3 It has a round screen, a metal body and up to 15 days of autonomy, and it competes directly with the Apple Watch and Galaxy Watch, but costs 2-3 times less. SpO₂, stress and recovery.
- ⌚ Xiaomi Watch S3: Premium design, eSIM, 100+ sport-regime.
| Model | Autonomy | GPS | eSIM | Price (2026) |
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| Xiaomi Watch S3 | 15 days | Yes (5 systems) | Yes. | ~25 000 ₽ |
| Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro | 7 days | Yes (dual) | No. | ~18 000 ₽ |
| Mi Band 8 Pro | 14 days | Yes. | No. | ~5 000 ₽ |
| Mi Band 8 | 16 days | No. | No. | ~3 000 ₽ |
One of the key advantages of Xiaomi’s smartwatches is deep integration with the ecosystem, such as the Watch S3 can control smart lamps, robot vacuum cleaners and even air conditioners through the Mi Home app, all of which are synchronized with Mi Fitness and Google Fit.
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If you choose between Mi Band 8 and Mi Band 8 Pro, look for NFC: the Pro version has it, which allows you to pay for purchases by hand (Mir, Mastercard and Visa are supported).
3.Smart home: from light bulbs to security systems
Xiaomi is one of the leaders of the smart home market, and 2026 In the year since, the Mi Home ecosystem (now Xiaomi Home) has been expanded with dozens of new devices, the main feature being cross-platform: all gadgets work with both HyperOS and Google. Home/Apple HomeKit (via Mi Home Bridge).
Among the new products of 2026:
- 💡 Xiaomi Smart Lamps LED Desk Lamp 2 Pro: Color Temperature Adjusted (1,700–6) 500K) and light sensor.
The lineup of robot vacuum cleaners stands out, for example, the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra has a laser lidar, a hot floor wash function (up to 60°C), and automatic emptying of the container. And the Xiaomi CyberDog 2 (robot dog) model can patrol the house and send video when motion is detected.
⚠️ Note: When buying smart home devices Xiaomi check support for Russian language in the application Mi Home. Some new products (for example, Xiaomi Home Security System) initially come only with Chinese firmware and require manual change of region.
Check compatibility with HyperOS or Google Home|
Pay attention to voltage (some devices require 220V)|
Check the availability of Russian-language firmware |
Check if you need Mi Home Bridge (HomeKit Bridge) |
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Home appliances: from vacuum cleaners to refrigerators
Xiaomi is actively developing the market for large household appliances, offering devices with IoT integration, in 2026, especially popular:
- 🧊 Xiaomi Smart Fridge Refrigerators: With Cameras Inside, App Control and Automatic Product Order (Integration with Youpin).
- 🍳 Multi-ware Xiaomi Smart Pressure Cooker: 12 programs, control from the phone, recipes in the application.
- ☕ Xiaomi Viomi Coffee Maker: support for coffee grain, customization of the fortress through Mi Home.
One of the most unusual devices is the Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer, an aerogrill with support for recipes from the app, which automatically selects the temperature and cooking time for 100+ dishes, and syncs with the Xiaomi Smart Scale for calorie counting.
| The device | Key feature | Management | Price (2026) |
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| Xiaomi Smart Fridge | Cameras inside, auto-order products | Mi Home, voice (Alice) | ~80 000 ₽ |
| Viomi Coffee Maker | Support for coffee beans, 15 modes | Mi Home, touch screen | ~25 000 ₽ |
| Xiaomi Smart Washing Machine | UV disinfection, autodosing | Mi Home (Google Assistant) | ~50 000 ₽ |
Important: Xiaomi appliances often require a 5GHz Wi-Fi connection and may not work with older routers.
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5. Laptops, tablets and computer peripherals
Xiaomi is actively developing the direction of portable equipment, and in 2026 the line of Xiaomi Book laptops was replenished with models based on Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 7000.
- 💻 Xiaomi Book S 13 2026: 2.8K OLED-screen, Snapdragon X Elite processor, up to 20 hours of autonomy.
A mansion is Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro – tablet with a screen of 12.4" 3K, Support for Xiaomi Smart Pen 3 stylus and Snapdragon 8 processor+ Gen 1.It’s positioned as an alternative to the iPad Pro, but with a more affordable price tag (~50 000 ₽).
For gamers, the Xiaomi Gaming Monitor line of monitors with 4K resolution and 165 Hz frequency is interesting, as well as the Xiaomi Speedstorm mechanical keyboards with optical switches.
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi laptops often come with Chinese firmware BIOS, which may cause problems with the Russian language. Before buying, check with the seller the version of the software or be prepared for manual flashing.
6. Electric transport and innovative gadgets
Xiaomi is not limited to classic electronics – in 2026, the company introduced several revolutionary products:
Electric car Xiaomi SU7 was a real breakthrough – it is equipped with autopilot level L2+, Xiaomi Pilot system and two screens 15.6′′ with a resolution of 3K. Interestingly, the car is integrated with the ecosystem Xiaomi: for example, you can remotely start air conditioning in the house, approaching the parking lot.
For urban mobility, Xiaomi M365 and Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra are popular, which support interchangeable batteries and are certified for legal use in Russia.
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Xiaomi Electric Vehicles in Russia require certification. Before buying, check if the model has a declaration of conformity (for example, for Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro it is, and for some Chinese versions it is not).
7. Accessories and peripherals: from powerbank to VR-pointer
Xiaomi produces hundreds of accessories that complement the ecosystem, and in 2026, the following are the highlights:
- 🔋 Xiaomi Power Bank 4 20000mAh: 200W charging support, two USB-C port, display with indication.
One of the most useful accessories is the Xiaomi Smart Projector 3, a portable projector with 1080p resolution, Dolby Vision support and up to 3 hours of autonomy. It weighs only 1.3 kg and can project an image up to 200 in size.
Photographers are interested in Xiaomi Smart Tripod, a tripod with automatic object tracking and control via Bluetooth, and gamers will appreciate Xiaomi Gaming Mouse Lite with an optical sensor of 16,000 DPI.