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Xiaomi appears to be gearing up to revive its T-series flagships within months. Recent entries in the IMEI database tease the Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro, suggesting a possible global debut as early as February 2026 — and an India comeback for at least one model.
IMEI entries spell a faster timeline
Research site XiaomiTime spotted multiple IMEI listings that look like early validation records for the next T-series phones. The global Xiaomi 17T is listed under model 2602DPT53G, while an India-specific unit appears as 2602DPT53I. The 17T Pro’s global identifiers include 2602EPTC0G and 2602EPTC0R, but there’s no obvious Indian SKU for the Pro just yet.
What the model numbers imply — and why February 2026 matters
The recurring "2602" prefix in these model numbers is often used to infer launch windows. In this case, industry watchers read it as a strong hint that Xiaomi could schedule a global announcement in February 2026, roughly six months after the company revealed the 15T series. That would compress the usual T-series cadence but fits Xiaomi’s recent faster refresh cycles.
Quick spec roundup (rumour stage)
- Xiaomi 17T — rumored to use the upcoming Dimensity 8500 chipset.
- Xiaomi 17T Pro — potentially powered by the Dimensity 9500.
- Software — both models are expected to ship with HyperOS 3 as Xiaomi pushes its new OS globally.
Will India see the T-series again?
Importantly, the IMEI listing includes an India variant for the standard 17T, marking the first clear sign Xiaomi might bring a T-series flagship back to India since the Xiaomi 11T lineup in 2021. For price-sensitive and camera-focused buyers, that could be welcome news — the T-series has often offered flagship features at more competitive prices than Xiaomi’s Pro and Ultra lines.
Where the 17 family stands globally and in China
Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max in China. The company is also expected to unveil the 17s Pro and 17 Ultra in the first half of 2026. Of those, industry trackers predict only the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra are likely to reach global markets next year, alongside the potential 17T releases in February.
Bottom line: IMEI sightings and model codes point to a February 2026 global debut for the Xiaomi 17T family, with the vanilla 17T probably returning to India. As always, treat chipset and feature leaks as early indicators — Xiaomi’s final spec sheet and pricing will confirm the real story when the company sets an official date.
Source: gizmochina
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