New smartphone lineup combines extended battery life, enhanced durability and AI-powered features, alongside a wider portfolio of connected lifestyle devices
Xiaomi, a global consumer electronics and smart manufacturing brand, today unveiled the Redmi Note 17 Series in Sri Lanka, alongside an expanded Xiaomi ecosystem spanning entertainment, smart home technology, personal care, health and fitness, kitchen appliances and lifestyle products.
The launch reinforces Xiaomi’s commitment to making innovative technology accessible, bringing together smartphones and connected devices designed to complement the way people live, work and interact with technology.
The Redmi Note 17 Series comprises four models: Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 17 5G and Redmi Note 17. The lineup brings together long-lasting battery performance, immersive displays, enhanced durability and AI-powered capabilities, offering consumers a range of options to suit their needs.
Leading the series, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G features a 10,000mAh battery with 100W HyperCharge, designed to deliver up to three days of use. Its 6.83-inch 1.5K CrystalRes AMOLED display supports a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, while a 50MP main camera with optical image stabilisation (OIS), Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 processor and Xiaomi HyperAI with Google Gemini support an enhanced everyday smartphone experience.
The Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G combines an 8,340mAh battery with 67W HyperCharge, while both Redmi Note 17 models feature 7,700mAh batteries and 45W charging. Across the range, features include high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, capable camera systems and AI-assisted tools. The Pro models also offer IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K dust and water resistance, alongside certified drop resistance of up to three metres.
Speaking at the launch, Kain Wang, Country Head, Xiaomi Sri Lanka, said, “At Xiaomi, our focus is on bringing meaningful innovation into everyday life. With the Redmi Note 17 Series, we are delivering a combination of performance, durability, battery endurance and intelligent features that meet the evolving expectations of consumers. The expansion of our ecosystem further reflects our ambition to make connected technology more accessible, convenient and relevant to everyday living.”
Beyond smartphones, Xiaomi introduced a broader portfolio of ecosystem products across multiple categories. The entertainment range includes televisions and sound speakers, while smart home offerings extend to security cameras, smart locks, LED bulbs, robot vacuum cleaners, air purifiers and tower fans.
The ecosystem also encompasses earbuds, watches, smart bands, headphones and audio glasses, alongside personal care products such as hair dryers, straightener brushes, trimmers and shavers. Smart scales, body composition scales and massage guns expand the health and fitness category, while blenders, air fryers, microwave ovens and water dispensers bring technology into the kitchen. Xiaomi Tags, power banks and scooters further extend the portfolio into everyday mobility and lifestyle needs.
The event featured product presentations by Kain Wang and Sandani Gajadeera, Head of Marketing, Xiaomi Sri Lanka, giving attendees an overview of the new smartphone range, pricing and launch offers, as well as the wider ecosystem. An interactive experience zone enabled guests to explore the products firsthand, followed by a high-tea reception. The evening concluded with a lighting display at the Lotus Tower and fireworks.
Consumers purchasing eligible Redmi Note 17 Series devices from 2 to 18 November can benefit from an 18-month instalment plan, with the first month’s instalment free up to LKR 12,000, an 18-month warranty and a one-time screen replacement within the first year. Buyers of eligible 5G devices will also receive 275GB of free data, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
With the launch, Xiaomi continues to broaden its presence in Sri Lanka, bringing smartphones and connected products together under an increasingly comprehensive technology ecosystem.