Xiaomi 18 Fold Launch Set Ahead of Apple Event
· Technology · Android Authority, MacRumors
Xiaomi has confirmed the launch of its Xiaomi 18 Fold wide-foldable smartphone for September 7, 2026, in China. The device features a 5.38-inch external screen, a 7.58-inch internal screen, and the company's new XRing O3 SoC. Xiaomi's event is scheduled two days before Apple's expected launch of the iPhone Ultra foldable, allowing the company to technically beat its competitor to market. The phone includes a triple rear camera setup with a 3.5x optical zoom telephoto lens. Official renders show the device in a red color variant.
Why it matters
The timing of the Xiaomi 18 Fold launch highlights the intense competition in the foldable smartphone market as major manufacturers race to establish dominance before Apple's entry.
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