Presentations Xiaomi 2022: a full calendar of announcements, new products and how not to miss the broadcast

2022 was a period of active releases for Xiaomi, with the company unveiling more than 20 devices, from Xiaomi’s flagship 12 smartphones to innovative smart home gadgets. However, information about the dates of presentations is scattered across hundreds of sources, and the archives of broadcasts are often lost. This article will help you systematically understand when Xiaomi’s key events in 2022 took place, which devices were announced, and where to find the recordings of presentations for detailed study.

The highlight of 2022 is the shift from traditional smartphones to the smart home ecosystem and industrial design, with the Xiaomi 12S Ultra being the first to coincide with the Leica camera, and the Redmi Note 11 series receiving a record number of modifications, and we analyzed all official and partner sources to assemble a complete chronological list of presentations with specific dates and time zones, which is critical for archival search.

Important: if you are looking for information about upcoming presentations (2023 and later), go to the section “How to follow Xiaomi announcements in real time” – there we have collected the latest tracking tools. For owners of devices in 2022 release, the article has a separate block with tips for updating software and checking the originality of gadgets.

Official Xiaomi Presentation Calendar in 2022

In 2022, Xiaomi hosted the 7 major global presentations and more 10 regional events (India, Europe, China) and a timetable with exact dates, timestamps and a list of announced devices. All time data is from Beijing time (UTC+8), which Xiaomi traditionally broadcasts.

⚠️ Warning: December 28, 2021, is formally 2021, but the Xiaomi 12 was unveiled after midnight Beijing time (i.e., 00:30 29.12) and this creates confusion in some sources, check the time stamps on official channels.

To search for archives of presentations, use:

• 🔍 Official YouTube channel Xiaomi Global (download date filter)
• 🌐 Event page at mi.com/event
• 📱 Weibo (Chinese presentations require VPN)
• 📺 Bilibili (YouTube’s alternative to the Chinese market)

Key innovations of 2022: what Xiaomi announced

2022 was a year of partnerships and format experiments for Xiaomi, the company first partnered with Leica for smartphone cameras, released a foldable Mix Fold 2 with an ultra-thin body, and expanded the Redmi Note lineup to 7 models.

Smartphones: flagships and budget hits

The flagship line of Xiaomi 12 received three modifications:

• 📱 Xiaomi 12 is a compact flagship with AMOLED 6.28" and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
• 📱 Xiaomi 12 Pro – the first smartphone with 120W fast charging and 50MP main camera
• 📱 Xiaomi 12X – Lightweight version with Snapdragon 870 and priced below $600

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra stands out as a result of cooperation with Leica, equipped with:

• 📸 Dual main camera 50MP (1) with Leica Summicron optics
• 🔋 4860 mAh battery with 67W wireless charging
• 🖥️ E5 AMOLED 2K+ with Dolby Vision support

⚠️ Warning: Xiaomi 12S Ultra models for the Chinese market have limited support for Google Services. When buying, check the region through IMEI on the mi.com/verify website.

Smart home and accessories

In 2022, Xiaomi has put a special emphasis on the Mi Home ecosystem.

• 🏠 Xiaomi Smart Air Fryer – deep fryer with control through Mi Home App
• 🔦 Xiaomi Smart Projector 2 Pro – Projector with 1080p and Android TV 11
• 🎧 Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro – headphones with LDAC and ANC
• ⌚ Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro — watches with AMOLED 1.47" and eSIM

How to distinguish the original Xiaomi 2022 devices from fakes

After the announcement of 2022, the market was flooded with fake Xiaomi 12 and Redmi Note 11, especially in the CIS and Southeast Asia. Here are 5 key features of the original that are worth checking before buying:

1. IMEI- Code: Must match on the box, in settings (Settings → Phone → General information) and on the site imei.info.
2. Packaging: The original 2022 boxes of the year have a holographic sticker with a QR- code leading to the mi.com/verify.
3. Firmware: in Settings → About Phone → The MIUI version must be specified with a build date not earlier than 2022/01/01.
4. Camera: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra has a Leica engraved lens on the camera (check under zoom).
5. Charger: Original power supplies are labeled MDY-12-EX (for 120W) or MDY-11-EP (for 67W).

⚠️ Warning: Fake Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G often impersonate the original through a swap of IMEI. Before buying, ask the seller for a picture of the Settings menu → About Phone → All specs and check the compliance of the characteristics with the official data on the Xiaomi website.

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Where to watch the presentations of Xiaomi 2022 in the record

Xiaomi’s official presentation archives are often deleted or made inaccessible due to regional restrictions, and we have compiled alternative sources where you can find the 2022 event records:

For presentations with Leica (July 2022), there is a separate playlist on the Leica Camera channel, which shows the technical details of the Xiaomi 12S Ultra cameras.

💡 Useful tip: If the video is blocked in your region, use the Hola VPN or Proton VPN browser extension by selecting a server in Hong Kong or Singapore.

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To find a presentation for a specific model (e.g. Xiaomi 12S Ultra), search YouTube for a query of the type: Xiaomi 12S Ultra launch event site:youtube.com – this will show only official sources.

Software updates for devices in 2022: what has changed

Devices announced in the 2022 received at least a 3 major MIUI update (before the MIUI 14 version). However, some models — for example, Redmi Note 11 for India — remained on the MIUI ZXPH0007QXZ due to hardware limitations. Below is a summary table of current firmware versions for May ZXQPH00080008XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX:

To check for available updates:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
2. Click on the icon ⚙️ in the upper right corner and select Download the latest version.
3. If the update does not come, clear the cache of the System Update application in Settings → Applications.

⚠️ Warning: For Xiaomi 12S Ultra models with Chinese firmware (CN ROM), updates via OTA may not come. In this case, manual firmware via the Mi Flash Tool with the bootloader unlocked is required.

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The 2022 devices on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (Xiaomi 12, 12 Pro) get updates longer than the Dimensity models (e.g. Redmi K50).

How to follow Xiaomi announcements in real time

If you don’t want to miss the following Xiaomi presentations, use these official and proven sources:

• 📱 Mi Community app: Upcoming event notifications arrive 3-5 days in advance.
• 🌍 Event Page: mi.com/global/event (updated 2 weeks before the event).
• 🐦 Twitter Xiaomi: @Xiaomi — Timeline presentations are posted here.
• 📧 Newsletter MIUI: Subscription to miui.com/newsletter (not available in all regions).

For Chinese announcements (which often come before global ones), watch out for:

• 📱 Weibo: account @.
• 🎥 Bilibili: Xiaomi channel.

💡 Useful tip: Configure Google Alerts for “Xiaomi launch event 2026” and “Xiaomi presentation 2026” (in Russian and English).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi 2022 presentations