Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable

Xiaomi's upcoming Mix Fold 3 aims to secure the crown as the thinnest foldable device, redefining portability in the world of smartphones.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable.

In the dynamic realm of technology, where progress is ceaseless, the vanguard of today's innovations often yields to the advancements of tomorrow. Merely a month ago, Honor astounded the market with the introduction of the Magic V2, a remarkable book-style foldable smartphone that boasted a slender profile, measuring an astonishing 9.9mm when folded. However, the competitive landscape is poised for another shift, as Xiaomi gears up to seize that very mantle with its upcoming Mix Fold 3, set to debut on August 14. This impending clash of innovation underscores the relentless pursuit of excellence within the industry, as manufacturers strive to redefine what's possible in the world of foldable devices.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable

Xiaomi has granted us a glimpse into the design and slimness of the forthcoming Mix Fold 3 smartphone. According to the company, this foldable device will boast an incredibly sleek 4.93mm thickness when unfolded and an impressively slender 9.8mm when folded, a noteworthy advancement compared to its predecessor, the Mix Fold 2, which measured 5.4mm and 11.2mm respectively. Moreover, it enters direct competition with the Honor Magic V2, the current record holder for the thinnest horizontal foldable, at 4.7mm unfolded and 9.9mm folded.

Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 to claim title of thinnest foldable.

Distinguishing itself further, the Mix Fold 3 will introduce a novel hinge composed of high-strength steel and wear-resistant carbon ceramic materials. This sophisticated hinge features a 3-stage connecting rod design, comprising an intricate assembly of 14 movable components and a total of 198 parts. Teasers have unveiled a glossy rectangular camera module on the back panel, housing three camera sensors including a periscope lens and an LED flash unit.

Earlier speculations have provided insights into the Mix Fold 3's specifications, suggesting a 4,800mAh battery with 50W wireless charging and 67W wired charging capabilities. Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, the device is anticipated to offer storage options of 512GB or 1TB of Universal Flash storage. The highly anticipated launch of the Mix Fold 3 is slated for August 14, possibly accompanied by the introduction of additional Xiaomi devices. Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting release.

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