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Xiaomi has unveiled its answer to Apple’s upcoming foldable device, launching the Xiaomi 18 Fold just days before the tech giant’s announcement of the iPhone Duo. The Chinese manufacturer’s device bears a striking visual resemblance to Apple’s offering, featuring rounded edges and a D-shaped profile rather than the angular design of Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, which debuted earlier this summer.
The Xiaomi 18 Fold boasts an impressive camera setup that could give it a significant edge over its Apple counterpart. The device features a triple-camera system equipped with Leica optics, including a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel telephoto option. Additional specifications include a 7.58-inch primary display paired with a 5.38-inch cover screen, the XRING O3 processor, up to 16GB of RAM, and a 6,000mAh battery.
With a Chinese price tag of approximately $1,600 USD, the device remains primarily available in its home market. Consumers seeking the Xiaomi 18 Fold outside China would face import costs that could rival the iPhone Duo’s $1,999 price point. Nevertheless, the device is positioned to provide meaningful competition for Apple’s foldable when both launch in the Chinese market, signaling that this particular smartphone form factor has become an industry standard.
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Originally reported by Mashable →
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