Xiaomi 18 Fold Gets Official First Look at IFA 2026

Xiaomi has officially given the world its first look at the Xiaomi 18 Fold, bringing its latest foldable to IFA 2026 in Berlin ahead of its launch in China next week. The device had already surfaced in hands-on leaks, but this is the first time Xiaomi has publicly showcased the hardware.

The new foldable immediately draws comparisons with Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone, while its overall book-style design also puts it directly alongside Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8. Xiaomi has not revealed every specification yet, but the first look gives us a clearer idea of what to expect.

Xiaomi 18 Fold Gets a Wide, Rounded Design

The Xiaomi 18 Fold follows the increasingly popular wide-screen foldable format, with a shape that looks noticeably rounded compared with some competing devices. That could make the phone feel more comfortable to hold when folded, while also giving the inner screen a spacious canvas when opened.

According to details reported by GSMArena, the outer display measures 5.38 inches, while the larger internal screen comes in at 7.58 inches. Xiaomi has not yet provided a complete specification sheet, so details such as camera hardware, battery capacity, charging speeds, and pricing remain unknown.

Xiaomi Confirms the ORING 3 Chipset

One detail Xiaomi did confirm is the processor. The Xiaomi 18 Fold will be powered by the company's Xiaomi ORING 3 chipset, although the company has not yet shared extensive performance information.

The choice of a new in-house chipset could become one of the more interesting aspects of the phone once Xiaomi reveals its full specifications. For now, however, the company is keeping much of the hardware under wraps.

Xiaomi 18 Fold Launch Date Confirmed

While the IFA appearance was primarily a showcase, Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Fold will officially launch in China on September 7.

That means the wait for the remaining specifications should not be particularly long. The launch event is expected to provide more information about the phone's cameras, battery, charging, software, pricing, and availability.

Global availability has not been confirmed yet, so buyers outside China may have to wait for Xiaomi to announce whether the foldable will reach additional markets.

Switching to a New Foldable? Don't Forget Your Data

A new foldable can be exciting, but setting one up means dealing with everything stored on your existing phone. Photos, conversations, contacts, documents, and other personal files all need to make the journey to the new device.

For users moving between platforms, an iOS to Android transfer can be particularly important when switching from an iPhone to a Xiaomi phone. A dedicated transfer tool can simplify the process, helping you move important content without manually recreating your digital life. That can include contacts, photos, videos, and even the ability to transfer messages, depending on the devices and transfer method being used.

Smart Transfer can help make the transition more manageable by providing tools for moving and sharing content between supported devices. If you're upgrading from an iPhone or another Android phone to a new Xiaomi foldable, you can use it to organize the move and send selected files between devices. Its fast share functionality is also useful when you only need to send a few photos, videos, or documents rather than transfer everything at once.

Xiaomi Is Entering a Crowded Foldable Market

The Xiaomi 18 Fold will have plenty of competition when it arrives. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 already occupies the established book-style foldable space, while Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone could introduce another major competitor to the category.

Xiaomi's decision to use a wide, rounded design gives the 18 Fold a distinct visual identity, while the 7.58-inch internal display suggests the company is aiming for a spacious tablet-like experience when the phone is unfolded.

For now, though, there are still plenty of unanswered questions. Xiaomi has shown us the hardware and confirmed the ORING 3 chipset, but the more important details remain hidden.

With the Chinese launch scheduled for September 7, we won't have to wait much longer to find out whether the Xiaomi 18 Fold can offer something genuinely different in an increasingly competitive foldable market.