Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi: 2.000-euro smartphone exclusively available at Telekom
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on February 28, 2026, 15:30 | Write a comment
To mark Leica's 100th anniversary, the traditional German manufacturer and Xiaomi are launching the "Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi" on the German market.. Priced at just under €2.000, the device is aimed at photo enthusiasts and collectors and is sold exclusively in Germany by Telekom Deutschland..
High-quality workmanship and tactile controls
Technically speaking, the Leitzphone is essentially a Xiaomi 17 Ultra. The Leitzphone's casing is made of a robust aluminum alloy with a nickel-anodized finish, intended to reflect Leica's design heritage.. One unique technical feature is the "Leica camera ring".. This is a physical dial with a knurled surface, which simulates the haptic feedback of a classic zoom camera and serves for intuitive control..
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- The Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi features iconic design and haptic zoom control. (Image: Xiaomi)
Software tuning and exclusive filters
On the software side, a user interface specially adapted by Leica is used, which is intended to enable precise artistic control.. A particular highlight is the “Leica Essential Mode”. This digitally recreates the characteristic photographic style of iconic cameras such as the Leica M9 or the M3 (in combination with the MONOPAN 50 film)..
Technical specifications at a glance:
Memory: 1 TB internal storage.
Housing Nickel-anodized aluminum alloy with Leica branding.
Controls: Physical camera ring to simulate a zoom lens.
Software: Leica-optimized UI including exclusive Essential mode.
Prices and availability
The Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi is now available in "Black" through the official Xiaomi and Leica channels.. The recommended retail price is €1.999,90.. Telekom Deutschland is the exclusive partner here; the official sales launch with the provider will take place on March 2nd..
Buyers can take advantage of an attractive introductory offer: Anyone who purchases between February 28th and March 14th will receive the "Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit Pro" worth €199,90 (RRP) as a free bonus..