Founding of Xiaomi
Xiaomi was founded by Lei Jun and seven partners in Beijing, China, aiming to create high-quality technology accessible to everyone.
2010
2011
Launch of Mi 1
Xiaomi released its first smartphone, the Mi 1, which featured high-end specifications at an affordable price, marking Xiaomi's entry into the competitive smartphone market.
2012
Mi 2 Release
Xiaomi launched the Mi 2, which became highly popular in China due to its impressive specs and competitive pricing.
2013
International Expansion
Xiaomi began its international expansion by entering markets in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore, setting the stage for its global reach.
2014
Redmi Series Introduction
Xiaomi introduced the Redmi series, offering budget-friendly smartphones that quickly became popular in emerging markets.
2015
Mi Note and Mi Note Pro Launch
Xiaomi launched the Mi Note and Mi Note Pro, targeting the premium smartphone segment with high-end features and design.
2016
Mi Mix Unveiling
Xiaomi unveiled the Mi Mix, a revolutionary smartphone with a near bezel-less display, showcasing Xiaomi's innovation in design.
2017
Entry into European Markets
Xiaomi expanded its presence in Europe, starting with Spain, and continued to grow its market share across the continent.
2018
IPO on Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Xiaomi went public with an initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising significant capital for further expansion.
2019
Mi 9 and Mi Band 4 Launch
Xiaomi launched the Mi 9 smartphone and Mi Band 4, continuing to innovate in both the smartphone and wearable technology markets.
2020
Mi 10 Series Release
Xiaomi released the Mi 10 series, featuring advanced 5G technology and high-performance specifications, solidifying its position in the high-end market.
2021
Surpassing Apple in Smartphone Shipments
Xiaomi surpassed Apple to become the second-largest smartphone manufacturer in the world by shipment volume.
2022
Launch of Xiaomi 12 Series
Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi 12 series, further enhancing its reputation for cutting-edge technology and design.
2023
Acquisition of Deepmotion
Xiaomi acquired Deepmotion, an autonomous driving technology company, to bolster its capabilities in the smart vehicle sector.
2024
Expansion of Smart Home Ecosystem
Xiaomi expanded its smart home ecosystem with new products and integrations, continuing its growth in the Internet of Things (IoT) market.
