Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable, the 18 Fold, makes an early public appearance at IFA 2026, with outlets describing it as a “first look” ahead of the product’s next-week unveiling. Coverage says the device is displayed behind glass, so reporters cannot physically handle it, but they can observe its exterior design and branding.
Reporting highlights the phone’s appearance, including a vivid red color and a “short and wide” foldable form factor, sometimes compared to a “passport” look associated with recent Galaxy Z Fold models. Both accounts note the presence of Xiaomi’s XRING O3 chip, which is positioned as a key element of the device.
While the early impressions focus on what can be seen—design, color, and the general device shape—neither source provides detailed benchmarks or confirmed specifications beyond the chip mention. The differing emphasis is mainly on the extent of what attendees can do (design viewing only) and how the fold’s proportions are characterized, rather than on any contested technical claims.
