The debut of the Xiaomi 17 Series and related ecosystem products has signalled Xiaomi’s intent to compete head-on with Apple and Samsung at the high end of the market.
Rather than a routine product launch, Xiaomi’s showcase in Barcelona at Mobile World Congress 2026 was less about new models
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Folake Balogun
Folake Balogun is a tech journalist covering Africa’s fast-growing digital economy with a strong focus on incisive analysis of startup trends, venture capital, and fintech innovation, while also exploring emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and the future of connectivity by highlighting their economic and social impact.
