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The Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 is now the second thinnest fold

Just right after the recently-released HONOR Magic V3

Published

July 19, 2024

Vincenz

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Xiaomi now steals the spotlight from both Samsung and HONOR (with the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Magic V3) by introducing the fourth iteration of their book-style foldable, the MIX Fold 4.

Surprisingly, the Chinese brand did NOT skip the “4” naming scheme unlike other Chinese brands do.

ICYMI: 4 has always been associated with the word “death” in the Chinese culture — much like “13” and its bad omen in the Western culture.

Thinner than ever

The Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 undergoes the biggest change in the company’s foldable portfolio so far.

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From last year’s 10.96mm, Xiaomi has managed to make their fold even thinner at just 9.47mm — making it the world’s second thinnest book-style foldable just after the recently-released HONOR Magic V3 at 9.2mm.

It’s then followed by HONOR (again) with the Magic Vs3 (9.8mm) and Magic V2 (9.9mm). Other brands are simply over the 10mm mark — much like its predecessor and the “fresh” offering from Samsung.

It’s all thanks to MIX Fold 4’s All-Carbon Architecture where the hinge floating plate, display backing plate, and middle plate battery compartment are all precision-molded from a carbon-fiber material dubbed as “T800H”.

Xiaomi also took a different approach in terms of hardware design. The MIX Fold 4’s three-layer, five-surface motherboard design plus high-precision soldering significantly improves circuit stability and reliability.

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Its hinge is also upgraded to an ultra-strong 1800MPa steel that can withstand up to 500,000 folds and has SGS reliable folding certification altogether. Additionally, its mid-frame uses aluminum alloy.

The durability talk doesn’t stop there. Both of its displays are protected by Xiaomi’s Shield Glass for the outer screen and the flexible UTG (Ultra Thin Glass) inside.

Its back is made of composite fiber — woven with S2 premium glass fiber on a base of aramid and ceramic fiber. This makes the MIX Fold 4 pleasant to hold and resistant to abrasion and water.

Speaking of resistance to water, the MIX Fold 4 finally has an IPX8 rating to make it durable even in rain or when using with wet hands.

MIX (Un)Folded

When you unfold the MIX Fold 4, it shows the 7.98-inch E7 LTPO foldable display with an adaptive 1~120Hz refresh rate. This inner screen also uses the Pol-less Plus tech which enhances brightness and color reproduction but with reduced power consumption.

Folding it reveals the 6.56-inch C8+ panel with 120Hz refresh rate. Both screens support DCI-P3 wide color gamut, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision.

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As expected, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 runs the latest and greatest SoC from Qualcomm — Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with Adreno 750 graphics.

It comes in either 256/512GB or 1TB UFS 4.0 storage options. That’s coupled with either 12/16GB of speedy LPDDR5X memory.

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As for battery, it’s equipped with an unusual 5100mAh stacked-cell battery that fills in the extra spaces in the fold. This is also based on a new-gen Silicon-Carbon (Si/C) tech.

Its 67W HyperCharge and 50W wireless charging standards both remain unchanged just like 2023’s MIX Fold 3.

If you’re worried about heat, the MIX Fold 4 boasts a large 11,912 m² of cooling system with advanced VC (vapor chamber) tech and 3D cooling system to quickly dissipate heat and prevent heat buildup even in the most extreme tasks.

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The MIX Fold 4 runs Xiaomi’s HyperOS based on Android 14. With its foldable form factor, AI features such as Live Translate can be helpful when traveling.

And talking about travel, the latest MIX fold now supports two-way satellite connectivity. It also has the Surge T1 signal enhancement chips as well as support for an even faster (and future-proof) 5G-A data connectivity and Wi-Fi 7.

Full-Fledged Cameras on a Fold

On paper, the MIX Fold 4 is the only 2024 foldable so far that possesses a quad-camera setup.

The headliner has got to be its new 50MP f/1 .7 main (wide) camera based on the Light Fusion 800 sensor. This sensor also has a first of its kind “Dual Native ISO Fusion Max” tech that gives a more accurate color reproduction and better detail retention in high-contrast scenarios.

There’s also a 12MP f/2.2 UWA (ultra-wide angle) lens with a 120-degree FoV (Field of View).

The other two lenses are the 50MP f/2.0 floating telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom — mostly ideal for portraits and macro shots. Finally, there’s the additional 10MP f/2.9 periscope telephoto shooter with a farther 5x optical zoom (115mm equivalent).

As expected, Leica partnership remains for this device — much like how it was introduced in the MIX Fold 2 two years ago. Other than usual Leica color calibration and software addition, its cameras use Leica Summilux optics much like the Xiaomi 14 series.

Lastly, there’s the identical 16MP f/2.2 selfie cameras in and out.

Pricing and Availability

Xiaomi’s MIX Fold 4 comes in four color choices: white, black, blue, and a special Composite Fiber Edition.

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It comes in three options — same pricing and configuration as the HONOR Magic V3.

12+256GB = CNY 8999 (US$ 1237 / EUR 1143 / GBP 966 / SG$ 1669 / PhP 72,115 / INR 103,287)
16+512GB = CNY 9999 (US$ 1374 / EUR 1270 / GBP 1073 / SG$ 1854 / PhP 80,129 / INR 114,765)
16+1TB = CNY 10,999 (US$ 1512 / EUR 1396 / GBP 1180 / SG$ 2040 / PhP 88,142 / INR 126,243)

Global availability was not announced. We still have to wait if Xiaomi will sell the MIX Fold 4 outside their home turf.

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TECNO unveils the world’s first 0mm bezel-less phone

Is this the future of smartphones?

Published

July 31, 2026

Vincenz

It seems like the race towards an all-screen smartphone isn’t over just yet.

While most in the tech industry are currently obsessed over Samsung’s latest wide foldable, TECNO announces a more refreshing sight — at least for the regular “slab-type” phone form factor.

Black borders begone

Modern flagship smartphones already have incredibly slim bezels, but there’s still a thin black border separating the active display from the frame. That’s due to the internal circuitry and safety clearances required by current display technology

TECNO proves it’s possible to dissolve that with their Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone. And this is actually the industry’s first smartphone with a true 0mm display bezel.

With this fresh concept, the uprising brand says it has solved that “final millimeter” by redesigning the phone’s internal structure and display packaging. The result is a display with a visible border measuring 0 microns (0mm). This makes the screen appear to stretch all the way to the edges.

Removing the bezel completely isn’t just about aesthetics. The company says such uninterrupted display makes a more immersive experience — whether you’re watching videos, playing games, browsing photos, or simply reading.

Without these visible borders, content appears to flow naturally from edge-to-edge, making the display look as if it’s floating in your hand.

A glimpse at TECNO’s future

As with most concept devices, there’s no word yet on whether this exact design will make it into a commercial smartphone. Still, TECNO says the engineering behind the concept goes beyond the display itself.

The technologies developed for the project (such as improvements related to cameras, touch responsiveness, audio, and AI-driven user interactions) could eventually find their way into the brand’s future flagship devices.

Whether or not a true bezel-free phone becomes reality anytime soon, the concept offers a glimpse at where smartphone design could be heading next. After all, TECNO’s super slim concept last 2025 actually became an actual retail product with the existence of TECNO Slim.

The concept is set to make its public debut on the upcoming ShowStoppers at IFA 2026 this September 3.

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Apple introduces Apple Upgrade leasing program

Flexible leasing arrives

Published

July 31, 2026

Rodneil Quiteles

Apple has introduced Apple Upgrade, a new leasing program that makes it easier to get an iPhone, Mac, iPad, or Apple Watch through monthly payments. The program also gives customers more flexibility to upgrade to newer devices over time.

Apple Upgrade replaces new enrollments for the iPhone Upgrade Program with a single offering that covers four product categories. Apple partnered with Klarna to power the service.

Customers can lease an iPhone or Apple Watch for one or two years. Mac and iPad leases are available for two or three years.

At the end of the lease, customers have three options. They can upgrade to a newer device, purchase the leased device by paying the remaining balance, or return it with no further obligation.

Monthly payments start at US$17.99 for iPhone and US$24.99 for Mac, depending on the selected model and configuration. Customers must also qualify through Klarna before enrolling.

More than iPhones

Apple Upgrade expands beyond the company’s previous iPhone-only financing program. It brings iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch under one leasing service, making upgrades more consistent across Apple’s hardware lineup.

Customers can manage their lease through Apple, while Klarna handles financing and lease administration. They can also pay off their device early, although additional terms and fees may apply depending on the agreement.

Apple Upgrade is currently available only in the United States. Apple has not announced plans to expand the program to other regions.

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Is the Pixel 11 copying a feature from Nothing?

A new ad is hinting at something like the Glyph interface.

Published

July 30, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

August 12 cannot come soon enough. On that date, Google is set to launch the upcoming Pixel 11 series. There isn’t much to indicate that the brand is changing the formula this year. Now, a rampant rumor, now seemingly confirmed by Google’s own ad, is hinting that a popular feature from Nothing is making its way to the Pixel.

Besides the transparent rear, Nothing prides itself with numerous iterations of the Glyph interface, a lighting system that serves as customized notifications for your phone. It’s mostly a novelty, but the feature is a unique take in a smartphone market plagued with too much sameness. It looks like Google wants to take a page from that same notebook.

For a while now, it’s been rumored that Google is adopting a version of the feature for the Pixel 11 series. The so-called Pixel Glow will reportedly add a light-based notification feature. Now, Google itself has seemingly confirmed the rumors.

In a new ad, titled “The Obvious Next Move,” Google is teasing a new feature coming to the flagship series. Though the ad leaves the feature untitled and without a description, it’s clear that it’s a circular glowing thing similar to Nothing’s take. The glowing thing is right on the Pixel’s iconic camera bar, just like Nothing.

But again, Google didn’t name the feature. However, if it helps, the ad says that we already use the Pixel for Gmail, Maps, Search, Calendar, and Docs, so the next evolution is whatever is depicted in this ad. August 12 really cannot come soon enough.