Xiaomi is expanding its wearables lineup with two new products set to launch alongside its upcoming flagship phone. The Chinese tech giant revealed its first open-back clip-on earbuds and the Band 10 Pro smartwatch, both designed to complement the Xiaomi 17 Max smartphone experience.
The timing signals Xiaomi’s push into premium audio accessories, directly challenging Huawei’s popular FreeClip earbuds. With the wearables market showing strong growth, Xiaomi appears ready to capture more market share beyond smartphones.
Xiaomi’s first clip-on earbuds enter crowded market
The new Ear Clip earbuds weigh just 5.5 grams per bud and come in Pearl White and Gold color options. Xiaomi designed them with a “bionic curve” that wraps around the ear without traditional ear tips or hooks.
Key features include:
- Ultra-lightweight titanium wire construction for stability
- Large driver units with microcrystalline metal-coated diaphragm
- LHDC 5.0 transmission for high-quality audio
- Three-microphone array with VPU noise reduction for calls
The design directly competes with Huawei’s FreeClip, which popularized the open-ear clip format. This style appeals to users who want ambient sound awareness during workouts or commutes while still enjoying music.
Band 10 Pro targets fitness enthusiasts
The Band 10 Pro sports a vintage-inspired design with a gold metal strap. Xiaomi focused heavily on health tracking improvements for this model.
Health and fitness features include:
- New dual-light PD sensor with 98.2% heart rate accuracy
- Sleep algorithm 2.0 with 11% better sleep monitoring
- HRV indicator monitoring for fatigue tracking
- Professional cycling mode
- 21-day battery life
The band also supports practical daily features like NFC payments, car key functionality, and notification management. The 21-day battery life puts it ahead of many smartwatch competitors that require daily or weekly charging.
Launch timing tied to flagship phone debut
Both wearables will launch alongside the Xiaomi 17 Max smartphone later this month. Company President Li Weibing plans to announce the exact release date during a live broadcast scheduled for tomorrow at 5 PM local time.
This coordinated launch follows Xiaomi’s strategy of building an integrated ecosystem around its flagship phones. The wearables aim to create a more cohesive user experience across devices, similar to Apple’s approach with iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch integration.