Xiaomi manufactures hundreds of devices, from flagship smartphones to smart light bulbs to robot vacuum cleaners. But finding a complete, up-to-date catalog of all brand products is not so easy: the official website often hides some positions, and marketplaces show only popular models. In this article, we will analyze 7 proven ways to find any Xiaomi device, including rare and regional innovations, with prices, specifications and reviews of real customers.
Xiaomi’s peculiarity is that many devices are produced under sub-brands (Redmi, POCO, Mi, Mijia) or sold only in certain countries. For example, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra smartphone may not be available on the Russian website, but be available through global platforms.
Xiaomi official website: how to find hidden categories
The first place customers visit is the official Xiaomi website, but there are pitfalls: the catalog is adapted to the region, and many devices simply do not appear. For example, in Russia you will not see POCO F6 smartphones or the Mi Watch 2 Pro smartwatch, although they are in the global version.
To see the fullest range possible, follow these steps:
- 🌍 Switch to the global version of the site (at the bottom of the page, select Global). → This will open up access to devices that are not shipped to your region.
- 🔍 Use a model search (e.g., type in the Redmi Note 13 Pro).+ 5G). Even if the device doesn’t appear in categories, a search can find it.
- 📌 Check out the Explore section → New Arrivals – New items often appear earlier than in the main categories.
- 🛒 Get in to Accessories. → See All – here are hidden many accessories that do not fall into the top selections.
⚠️ Note: Global prices are in dollars and may differ from local prices, and some devices may not support Russian or local frequencies. LTE (Like Redmi. K70 Pro for China will not work normally in European networks).
2. Marketplaces: AliExpress, Amazon and Local Platforms
If the official website doesn't have the right model, the next step is marketplaces, which not only show the full range, but also allow you to compare prices, read reviews and find sellers with a guarantee.
| Platform | Advantages | Deficiencies | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| AliExpress | The widest range, including rare models and accessories, is often cheaper than official dealers. | Long delivery (2-4 weeks), risk of running into a fake. | Watch. |
| Amazon (global) | Quick delivery (3-7 days), reliable sellers, often with official warranty. | Prices are higher than on AliExpress. Not all models are available for delivery to Russia / CIS. | Watch. |
| Wildberries, Ozone | Quick delivery (1-3 days), payment on receipt, official guarantee. | Limited range (only popular models) and prices are often overpriced. | Wildberries |
| Mi Store (official stores) | 100% original products, official warranty, promotions and discounts from Xiaomi. | There are few shops (only in large cities), a limited range. | Watch. |
🔹 Lifehack for AliExpress: To find all Xiaomi products, search for brandname:xm (e.g. brandname:xm smartphone).This will show devices that sellers did not tag "Xiaomi" but they are original.
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On AliExpress, check the seller’s rating (should be ≥98%) and the number of orders (minimum 100+).
3. Specialized aggregators: GSMArena, Kimovil, Mi Community
If you want specifications, model comparisons, or price history, use specialized aggregators, which collect data from around the world and often know about devices before they go on sale.
- 📱 GSMArena is the most complete smartphone base Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO. There's even prototypes and cancelled models, plus detailed reviews, performance tests, competitive comparisons.
- 🔍 Kimovil shows you where to buy a particular model in your area, compares prices across different stores, and is useful for finding rare devices.
- 💬 Mi Community is Xiaomi's official forum, where users share information about new devices, firmware and hidden features. For example, this is where the first Xiaomi data came out. SU7 (electric-car).
- 📊 MySmartPrice tracks prices and announcements, useful if you're waiting for discounts on a particular model.
⚠️ Note: Aggregators like GSMArena may have specifications that don’t match real devices in your region, such as the Redmi Note 13 Pro in China comes with a Dimensity 7200 Ultra processor and the global version comes with the Snapdragon. 7s Gen 2. Always specify specifications for your country!
4.Social networks and Telegram: where to look for rare and new devices
Xiaomi’s official social media accounts often post announcements before they appear on the site, and Telegram channels and chat rooms provide information about pre-orders, sales and even gray shipments of devices that are not yet officially unveiled.
Where to watch:
- 📘 Facebook: Xiaomi Global – where global announcements are published, comments often discuss where and when to buy new products.
- 🐦 X (Twitter): @Xiaomi — Start sales and promotions quickly. Use the hashtags #Xiaomi, #Redmi, #POCO search.
- 📌 Telegram: Xiaomi News - news about new devices; MIUI Updates – information about firmware and hidden features; Xiaomi Deals – discounts and sales.
- 🎥 YouTube: Channels like Xiaomi Official or TechDroider often show reviews of devices long before the official release.
🔹 Hidden source: Telegram has closed chats where sellers offer custom devices from China, such as buying a Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 before the official release in your region!
How to check the seller in Telegram?
5. Service centers and dealers: where to find devices that are not on sale
If you are looking for outdated models (such as Xiaomi Mi 9), parts or repair devices, regular stores will not help.
- 🔧 Xiaomi Service Centers – sometimes they have used devices after warranty repair or exchange, and you can also order original spare parts (screens, batteries).
- 🏢 Official dealers – they often have unsold remnants of old models.A list of dealers can be found on the Xiaomi website.
- 🛒 Second-hand stores (for example, Avito, Yula, Facebook Marketplace) – here sell used equipment, but be attentive to the condition of the device.
- 📦 Auctions (e.g. eBay) – rare collectible models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) can be found MIX Alpha, but prices may be overpriced.
⚠️ Note: When buying used devices Xiaomi be sure to check:
- Battery status (launch ##4636## → Battery information)
- Whether the bootloader is unlocked (in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version tap 7 times, then check the status in Additional → For developers).
- Is there a device in the IMEI blacklist (check on imei.info).
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6.Alternative methods: APIs, parsers and databases
For advanced users who want to get full details about all Xiaomi devices (including those that have not yet been announced), there are technical methods:
- 🤖 API Xiaomi – some data can be obtained through unofficial API. For example, a list of devices with HyperOS support can be found on request: https://api.xiaomi.com/api/v1/product/list?category=phone (a proxy is required because a proxy is required) API can block requests).
- 📊 Databases MIUI — Sites like the Xiaomi Firmware Updater list all the devices that are getting upgrades, and this helps you find even those models that aren't officially sold.
- 🔍 Online store parsers – with the help of tools like ParseHub or Octoparse, you can collect data on all Xiaomi devices from marketplaces and compare prices automatically.
- 📁 Branded software - in utilities like Mi Flash Tool or Xiaomi PC Suite has lists of supported devices that don’t always match open data.
🔹 Example: If you are looking for all Xiaomi smartphones with support 5G, You can use the GSMArena database query through their advanced search by selecting Brand: Xiaomi filters. + Network: 5G.
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If the device is in the firmware database (for example, on Xiaomi Firmware Updater), but not on sale, most likely, it is either not released yet, or is sold only in a certain region.
7 How to Track the Appearance of a New Xiaomi Model
Want to be aware of all the new Xiaomi products and buy them first?
- 🔔 Notifications from aggregators – GSMArena or Kimovil can be subscribed to alerts about new brand devices.
- 📧 Xiaomi Newsletters – there is a news subscription form on the official website below (Newsletter section).
- 🛎️ Google Alerts – Set up alerts for “Xiaomi new phone”, “Redmi launch", "POCO announcement".
- 🤖 Telegram bots, for example, @XiaomiNewBot Sends notifications about new devices.
🔹 The Secret Method: Keep an eye out for device certifications on sites like IMEI.info or 3C (If a new Xiaomi device gets certified, it’s not far off!