
Written By Deepti Ratnam
Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Sep 04, 2025, 11:11 AM (IST)
Xiaomi seems to be working toward a new smartphone dubbed Xiaomi 16, reported to feature power-packed performance and enhancements. To recall, the tech giant launched the Redmi Note 15 series in China, and hence, the excitement is building around its next flagship lineup.
The upcoming Xiaomi 16 Ultra has already made headlines, not just for its hardware, but for a striking design detail, which is the presence of a very prominent Leica logo.
Xiaomi has collaborated with Leica to bring its enhanced features to its Ultra series, including Xiaomi 12S Ultra to Xiaomi 15 Ultra. The new leaks and rumors suggest that the company will bring this partnership even further with Xiaomi 16 Ultra by featuring Leica’s classic red-and-white circular logo directly on the device.
As per a leaked image by a tipster, Xiaomi 16 has been spotted with a logo appeared mainly in marketing material or packaging.
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Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Classic LEICA Coke Label~ pic.twitter.com/xAMJqOmfRP— Kartikey Singh (@That_Kartikey) September 3, 2025
Based on Xiaomi’s usual schedule, the Xiaomi 16 Ultra is likely to make its debut in February 2026. Indian buyers may expect availability around the same time.
As per leaks and rumors, Xiaomi 16 Ultra might come with a 6.85-inch LTPO OLED display along with a 2K+ resolution. The design in Xiaomi 16 Ultra is expected to feature symmetrical bezels on all sides.
Under the hood, the upcoming device could be powered by the Qualcomm’s next flagship processor dubbed Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
For Indian consumers, the Xiaomi 16 Ultra could be the brand’s most premium offering yet, combining luxury branding with powerhouse specs. If priced competitively, it could become a strong alternative to iPhones and Galaxy Ultras in India’s growing high-end smartphone market.