Xiaomi has confirmed its next global launch event will take place in Barcelona on February 28 ahead of MWC. The company’s teaser on X carries the tagline “The New Wave of Imagery is arriving,” indicating that the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to make its international debut during the event.

This means we can expect these phones to arrive in Pakistan soon as well.

The New Wave of Imagery is arriving.

Mark your calendar 📝 February 28, 2026, 14:00 (GMT+1).

Join us for the launch of Xiaomi 17 Series. pic.twitter.com/EQ2pGQcHsc

— Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) February 20, 2026

Expected Announcements

The standard Xiaomi 17 is also rumored to launch globally alongside the Ultra model. Additional devices said to be joining the lineup include the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, the Xiaomi Tag, and the Xiaomi Watch 5.

There has been no indication that the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max will receive a global rollout. Current expectations suggest these models will remain exclusive to China, including the version featuring a rear display.

Global Variant Specs

Recent reports indicate that the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra will retain the same pricing as their predecessors in Europe. Apart from battery capacity, the global variants are expected to match their Chinese counterparts in specifications.

The global Xiaomi 17 is said to feature a 6,330 mAh battery, compared to the 7,000 mAh unit available in China. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is expected to carry a 6,000 mAh battery internationally, down from 6,800 mAh in the Chinese version.

Vivo has introduced the V70, carrying over several key features from the V60 while refining the design and display. The device brings structural changes, a new fingerprint sensor, and camera upgrades, while keeping the same chipset.

Design and Display

The V70 moves to a flat 6.59 inch OLED panel with a resolution of 1,260 x 2,750 pixels, replacing the previous 6.77 inch quad curved screen. The new display supports a 120Hz refresh rate and remains a 10-bit panel. Peak global brightness rises to 1,800 nits from 1,500 nits, while peak local brightness remains at 5,000 nits.

The smaller display contributes to a narrower body at 74.3mm wide, compared to 77.0mm on the V60. The phone is also slimmer at 7.4mm or 7.6mm, depending on the color option, down from 7.5mm or 7.8mm. Weight drops to 187g or 194g, compared to 192g or 201g previously.

Durability remains a focus. The V70 carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for resistance to dust, water, and high-pressure water jets. It has been drop tested from 1.8 meters. The display is protected by Schott Xensation Core glass.

The chassis now uses a 6-series aluminum alloy frame instead of plastic. The frame undergoes multiple polishing stages to achieve its final finish. The phone is available in Authentic Black, which is the thinnest and lightest version, as well as Canary Yellow, Alpine Gray, and Sandalwood Brown.

Internals and Software

The phone continues to use the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset found in the V60. It is available with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of storage.

The V70 launches with Android 16 and OriginOS 6. vivo has committed to six years of OS updates and security patches. By comparison, the V60 received six years of security updates but four years of OS upgrades.

Cameras

The rear camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, now using the Sony LYT 700V 1/1.56 inch sensor. It is paired with a 50MP telephoto camera using a 1/1.95-inch sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. Video recording improves to 4K at 60fps, up from 4K at 30fps on the V60.

The main and telephoto cameras support five portrait focal lengths: 23mm at 1x for landscape portraits, 35mm at 1.5x for street portraits, 50mm at 2.2x for classic framing, 85mm at 3.7x, and 100mm at 4.3x for close-ups. The camera system also offers ZEISS-style bokeh modes.

Battery and Pricing

The V70 retains the 6,500mAh semi-solid battery technology. Vivo states it can deliver 11 hours of PUBG gameplay or five hours of 4K video recording at 60fps. The battery is designed to operate in extreme temperatures, running Google Maps for 10 hours at 40°C and for eight hours at -20°C. Charging is handled by a 90W wired FlashCharge.

The vivo V70 will launch soon in Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, which hopefully means Pakistan as well. Pricing details have not yet been announced.

vivo V70 Specifications

vivo has unveiled the V70 Elite as the most advanced midrange device in its V series lineup, introducing upgrades in performance, imaging hardware, and battery capacity. It not only brings a former flagship chip, but better camera sensors and more cooling as well.

Design and Display

The V70 Elite is built around a 6.59-inch AMOLED panel with FHD+ resolution and an adaptive refresh rate that scales up to 120Hz. The screen reaches a peak local brightness of 5,000 nits.

The phone carries IP68 and IP69 certifications for resistance against dust and water. It is offered in Black, Red, and Sand Beige color options.

Internals and Software

At its core, the device runs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, a major upgrade from the usual mid-range chips the Vivo V series is known for. It is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.1, an upgrade from the Vivo V60’s UFS 2.2.

The V70 Elite operates on OriginOS 6 based on Android 16. vivo has pledged four major Android version upgrades along with six years of security patch support.

Camera

On the rear, the smartphone houses a triple camera system. The primary sensor is a 50MP Sony LYT 700V measuring 1/1.56 inch, with a 23mm equivalent focal length, f/1.88 aperture, and optical image stabilization. This is a newer camera sensor compared to previous V series phones.

The telephoto unit also features a 50MP sensor, the Sony IMX882, sized at 1/1.95 inch. It delivers 3x optical zoom with a 73mm equivalent focal length, an f/2.65 aperture, and optical image stabilization.

An 8MP ultrawide lens with a 15mm equivalent focal length completes the rear camera array.

Battery and Pricing

The device is powered by a 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery and supports 90W wired charging.

The V70 Elite starts at $571 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. The 12GB RAM and 512GB storage version is priced at $681.

vivo V70 Elite Specifications