Xiaomi’s new 18 Pro phones improve on Samsung’s privacy display
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Xiaomi's new 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max launched in China today, and feature a more flexible take on the privacy display tech introduced this year on Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra. They combine it with returning rear screens, two 200-megapixel cameras, and both of Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chi
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Caption: It's a Galaxy S26 Ultra, but Xiaomi made privacy mode more flexible.
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Based on the original story on theverge.com.
Editor's note
This week's launch of Xiaomi's 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max in China not only showcases their commitment to innovation but also highlights an important privacy feature that continues to evolve, bridging the gap between leading smartphone manufacturers. Their flexible privacy display tech, combined with a suite of features like rear-facing cameras and Qualcomm's latest chips, sets these phones apart and offers users a more comprehensive and secure experience.
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Panel 1
Alex: Oh, look at that! Xiaomi's new 18 Pro phones are like supercharged privacy displays. They’re making Samsung’s tech even cooler!
Sam: Yeah, but we need to remember that privacy isn’t just about hiding from others, it’s about keeping our data safe. Alex, aren’t we already hiding from someone?
Alex: Well, at least our phones are making it a bit more fun and colorful, like a kaleidoscope of privacy features!
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Alex: And the best part? They’re coming with rear screens and two 200-megapixel cameras. Now, our selfies are going to be even more zoomed in and zoomed out.
Robin: So, what’s the point of a privacy display if I can’t even take decent pictures anymore?
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Sam: At least now, we can argue about whose photo looks better. You know, like a real photo contest.
Alex: Haha, well, at least we’re not arguing about who had a better day at work, right?
Robin: Right, right! Let’s not forget that the real privacy is in our wallets and accounts, not on our screens.
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