Xiaomi’s upcoming “Xiaomi 18” flagship lineup faces a reported change, with leaks claiming the company will cancel the Xiaomi 18 Ultra this year. A tipster says Xiaomi will instead position the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max as the top model in the 18 series, reducing the lineup to fewer devices.
The reporting frames the claims as part of a broader strategy shift. One outlet notes that Xiaomi’s numbered series has typically included an Ultra-branded model, making the alleged cancellation a departure from the company’s past pattern. A separate claim suggests that other handset makers, including Oppo and vivo, may also follow a similar approach by not bringing their next Ultra flagship models to global markets.
While the leaks do not confirm whether the Ultra line is permanently discontinued, both accounts suggest Xiaomi could potentially revisit an Ultra follow-up in a later timeframe. The sources attribute the information to tipsters and do not cite official confirmation from the companies involved.
