The Xiaomi 17 Ultra, a phone scheduled to launch in early 2026, has reportedly received regulatory approval in China. The approval covers direct satellite connectivity and ultra-wideband support, following earlier rumors this week suggesting a slightly improved camera system for the device.
According to the regulatory listing, the device will be compatible with the Tiantong-1 and Beidou satellite networks, a feature enabling both calls and messages via satellite. The filing also reveals the inclusion of ultra-wideband (UWB) support. This represents a new feature for the company’s devices, as UWB technology has not been integrated into Xiaomi’s previous flagship phones.
The approval contains a caveat regarding the device model number. The approved model is listed as 25128PNA1C, which differs from the model number spotted in September. This discrepancy suggests two potential scenarios: the approved device could be a variant with satellite connectivity exclusive to the Chinese market, or Xiaomi plans to launch two separate versions of the handset.
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