https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-s-18-pro-series-phones-have-the-latest-snapdragon-chip-and-a-samsung-like-privacy-screenContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-s-18-pro-series-phones-have-the-latest-snapdragon-chip-and-a-samsung-like-privacy-screenhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xiaomi-s-18-pro-series-phones-have-the-latest-snapdragon-chip-and-a-samsung-like-privacy-screen#u85369Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:21:11 +0000Xiaomi has released the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max smartphones, featuring the 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip. The series includes a privacy screen designed to improve upon Samsung's version and triple Leica cameras. The 18 Pro Max model adds a secondary rear screen and a 200MP camera. Priced at 1,043 dollars, the 18 Pro Max competes directly with the vivo X500 Pro Max and Oppo Find X10 Pro Max. These devices are slated for a global release.Why it mattersThe 18 Pro series represents Xiaomi's latest attempt to challenge high-end competitors like Samsung's Galaxy S series. By