As the first new-generation flagship series from the Android camp to launch, the Xiaomi 17 series' first-day sales performance has garnered much attention. The official is naturally confident, claiming that sales broke records within just 5 minutes of launch, and inventory seems to be adequate, as normal ordering and checkout are still possible through official channels. There are also some intriguing coincidences between Xiaomi and Apple: Apple's most expensive iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best sales, and Xiaomi also claims that the 17 Pro Max accounts for over 50% of its sales, giving the impression that lower-priced models are less appealing to users.

Upon closer inspection, this seems reasonable. Users who can afford flagship models are not averse to spending a bit more for versions with higher innovation. According to Lu Weibing, on the first sales day of the Xiaomi 17, many Apple users switched over. While this claim is hard to quantify, as a new tactic, attracting new users is normal.

Moreover, Lu Weibing does not shy away from discussing the competition between the Xiaomi 17 and the iPhone 17, believing in a comprehensive showdown with Apple. The first-day sales results are indeed indicative, but they do not tell the whole story. True success would require sustained user support, such as strong sales in the first week and month, to prove that the changes in the Xiaomi 17 series have been recognized by the market and users. Judging from the photos shared by users who have already received their new devices, at least the back screen of the iPhone 17 Pro seems quite interesting.

Lu Weibing also claimed on social media that the capabilities of the Xiaomi 17 standard version have been severely underestimated, considering it the pinnacle of standard versions. His implication is that sales need to increase further to better showcase its strength. His confidence stems from the nearly excessive use of high-end components. Whether it truly is the pinnacle remains to be seen and will require comparison with competitors' offerings. However, its strong competitiveness is undeniable.

Furthermore, Xiaomi has been very responsive to feedback. The absence of a 1TB version in the Xiaomi 17 disappointed many fans, prompting the official to suddenly announce the addition of a 16GB+1TB version just before the new device's launch, which will go on sale in a week. Having iPhone users switch to Xiaomi is naturally a positive development, but there is also the possibility of Xiaomi users switching to Apple, especially since the third-party price of the iPhone 17 has dropped to a low of 5,099 yuan, with a further drop below 5,000 yuan during Double 11 seemingly imminent.

Therefore, how Xiaomi retains its user base is crucial. Personally, I believe the solution lies in timely price reductions, with Double 11 being the ideal opportunity. As for whether it can compete with the iPhone 17, I think it will be quite challenging.

Nevertheless, among domestic smartphones, the Xiaomi 17 series should still be highly competitive. What do you think, everyone?