Poco could soon introduce its latest budget smartphone range in India with the unveiling of the Poco M8 Power, if a fresh leak can be believed. The upcoming phone has been spotted via some references found in the HyperOS source code, claims the leak source Kacper Skrzypek, who says that the handset seems to be a variant of the newly-launched Redmi Note 17.It means that Xiaomi is yet again following its proven tactic of launching the same smartphone under two names in different regions of the world, in this case, Poco for the Indian market and Redmi for other regions. If this becomes true, then the Poco M8 Power could be identical to the Redmi Note 17 in India.About The AuthorJournalist and a writer with a strong interest in news, culture, technology, and human-interest stories. Passionate about making complex topics accessible and engaging.HyperOS code hints at Poco M8 PowerAs per the information from the tipster, there are some instances of the HyperOS source code that mention about a device with model number 26021PC18I, which has been said to be called the Poco M8 Power. Additionally, there is an instance of another device with model number 26021RN18I, which is said to be the Indian variant of Redmi Note 17.The similarity in the numbers of the models has prompted speculations regarding the two devices having identical hardware, in which case Poco M8 Power can be said to be a rebadge of Redmi Note 17.It should be noted that the smartphone with a model number very close to Poco was once spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification website.India may retain the bigger batteryAnother key feature revealed by this leakage is the variation in battery capacities across regions.As per the information provided by the tipster, the Indian version of the Redmi Note 17 is likely to have the same 8,000mAh battery as the Chinese model. On the other hand, the global version will supposedly come with a smaller 7,700mAh battery.It may be noted that the Redmi Note 17, which was released in China, came with an 8,000mAh battery supporting 45W fast wired charging and 22. 5W reverse wired charging.More articles by AuthorTrending StoriesSimilarly, the Redmi Note 17 Pro too will reportedly see a regional variance in its battery capacities. While the Chinese model has a battery of 9,000mAh supporting 67W wired fast charging, the Indian one can reportedly carry forward this battery capacity, while the global variant may sport a smaller 8,340mAh battery.If true, Indian customers will once again get better batteries compared to those in some other markets.Most specifications could remain unchangedAside from battery specifications, there are no other differences expected in the international Redmi Note 17 range compared to its Chinese counterparts.However, one of the anticipated changes as per the report is the camera. According to the rumours, the international version of the Redmi Note 17 could include an 8MP ultra-wide camera instead of the 2MP depth sensor on the Chinese version.As the Poco M8 Power apparently uses the same specs as the Redmi Note 17, it should inherit the specifications too.Xiaomi may continue its rebranding strategyThis new leak is also consistent with Xiaomi’s earlier tactic of launching Redmi phones in certain international markets using the Poco brand name.As per the tipster, Xiaomi may continue with this trend by launching Poco M8 Power for Indians in a way that provides them with a phone like Redmi Note 17 but under the Poco umbrella.Although the leaks indicate that the Poco M8 Power as well as the Redmi Note 17 are getting closer to being launched in India, neither has been announced officially by the company yet.For now, all details remain based on leaks and should be treated accordingly until the company makes an official announcement. FAQs1. What will the Poco M8 Power phone be?A leaked report suggests that the Poco M8 Power might release in India in the guise of the Redmi Note 17 model.2. What will the Poco M8 Power battery capacity in India be?In case the phone carries the same hardware configuration as Redmi Note 17, then the Indian model will have an 8000mAh battery, but the global version of Redmi Note 17 is likely to get a 7700mAh battery.3. Is there any official confirmation about the Poco M8 Power?There is no confirmation as yet about the Poco M8 Power from Xiaomi and Poco. It's based on codes discovered in HyperOS and tips by a leaker.4. What differences would exist between the Chinese and global versions of Redmi Note 17?In addition to a smaller battery in the global market, the global Redmi Note 17 is rumored to come with a 8MP ultra-wide sensor rather than the 2MP depth sensor on the Chinese version.end of article