https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-itContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-ithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-it#u61489Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:10 +0000Xiaomi released its new mid-size Xiaomi 18 Fold smartphone, featuring a passport-style A4 aspect ratio design, an XRING O3 chip, a triple camera, and a large battery. Weighing 219g, the device includes a 7.68-inch foldable screen and a 5.38-inch outer display. The launch occurs in China alongside a new foldable from Huawei, intensifying competition in the premium handset market just days before Apple is expected to reveal its iPhone Ultra on September 9. Meanwhile, a recent report reveals that former Apple CEO Tim Cook guided the development of the foldable iPhone, which targeted an initial re https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-ithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-it#u60481Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:16:12 +0000Xiaomi released the 18 Fold wide-format foldable smartphone two days before Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone Ultra on September 9. The 18 Fold features a passport-style design and an XRING O3 chip, positioning it as a direct competitor to Apple's first foldable device. This release occurs amid a global memory shortage driven by AI data center demand, which is increasing costs for smartphones and PCs as manufacturers prioritize high-profit AI products over standard consumer hardware.Why it mattersThe foldable market is intensifying with entries from Xiaomi and Huawei alongside Apple& https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-ithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-copied-the-foldable-iphone-before-apple-even-announced-it#u59334Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:41:51 +0000Xiaomi has showcased the Xiaomi 18 Fold at IFA 2026, featuring an XRING O3 chip and a passport-style design that is wider and shorter than the Galaxy Z Fold 8. This release coincides with reports that Apple is preparing to launch its first foldable flagship, the iPhone Ultra. While Gizmodo alleges Xiaomi copied the foldable iPhone before its official announcement, Apple's upcoming unveiling is expected to be led by a new CEO, as Tim Cook is identified as the former CEO.Why it mattersThe foldable market is intensifying as established Android competitors face a pending entry from Apple. The