Xiaomi foldable phone: Xiaomi appears to be gearing up for an exciting foldable smartphone refresh in 2026. While the company is already working on bringing the Mix Flip 2 to market later this month, new leaks suggest that a successor to the Mix Fold 4 is already in the works. The new phone promises to bring major upgrades and back to the horizontally folded design.
Significant Form Factor Changes Expected
According to a popular tipster, Smart Pikachu, the new Mix Fold smartphone will have a new aspect ratio. As much as it is possible that Xiaomi may not call it the Mix Fold 6, the phone will most likely look and feel a whole lot different from its predecessor. The aspect ratio change implies that Xiaomi might be aiming to provide improved usability or an even smaller fold when closed.
Snapdragon Chip Under the Hood
The leak also suggests that Xiaomi is already testing this new foldable using a Snapdragon chip. Although the specific chipset has not been attested, this is in line with the tradition of Xiaomi to apply top-of-the-line Qualcomm processors to its flagship series. The blend of design updates and a high-performance processor suggests a performance-oriented foldable designed for multitasking and work.
Is Xiaomi Planning Multiple Foldables?
In a turn of events, Xiaomi is reportedly also developing a tri-foldable phone with the codename “zhuque.” The aforementioned phone, said to be model number 26013VP46C, is rumored to arrive as early as Q1 2026. What is unknown currently is whether the tri-fold will be part of the Mix Fold series or will be a separate experimental product.
Blending Flip 2 and Other Devices This Month
A heads-up, all of this is that Xiaomi intends to release a few new devices in June. The Mix Flip 2 will probably be the flag bearer for the launch event, in addition to other highly awaited models such as the Redmi K80 Ultra and a fresh gaming tablet. The latter will directly compete with similar devices that Red Magic and Lenovo are releasing soon, marking a bold move by Xiaomi into gaming-focused hardware.
Looking Ahead at Xiaomi’s Foldable Strategy
Xiaomi’s future foldable roadmap looks ambitious and full of potential. If the leaks prove accurate, the next Mix Fold will not only refresh the series but may also serve as a new benchmark for foldables in 2026. With competition from Samsung, Huawei, and others heating up, Xiaomi seems ready to make a bold statement in the premium foldable segment.