Xiaomi is preparing an international launch of its flagship Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max smartphones. The company has not yet officially named an exact presentation date or confirmed the full lineup, but its latest publications suggest that both models will appear outside China on November 17.

The first confirmation of an international release appeared in Xiaomi materials for the Japanese and South Korean markets. Judging by the published teaser, these are not isolated regional announcements but preparation for a broader global launch. Preliminary information says a compact version of the Watch S5 smartwatch may debut alongside the phones.

November 17 is named as the most likely date. It is indirectly supported by activity at Xiaomi Japan, which announced a giveaway of new devices running until November 16. Such promotions usually end shortly before new products are announced.

According to Xiaomi, the phones will arrive later in South America. In Bolivia and Chile, sales are expected no earlier than December 2026, while Argentina, Ecuador and some Central American countries, including Honduras, may only get the devices in early 2027.