A new Xiaomi phone has been spotted in network certification records under the model number 2608BPX34C. This is the same model number that has been tied to Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable in earlier reports, so there is a good chance this listing belongs to the same device.
The listing confirms support for the network connectivity up to 5G along with UWB (Ultra-Wideband) technology.
However, it doesn’t reveal the moniker of the foldable. According to previous rumors, it could be called either the Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Fold.
What we know so far
The foldable is said to be powered by Xiaomi’s new self-made chip, the XRING O3, and a new rumor by Digital Chat Station also suggests that it could be the first phone to run the company’s upcoming HyperOS 4 software.
What’s interesting is that the tipster suggests the foldable could launch before the Xiaomi 18 series. The basis of the claim is that the Xiaomi 18 series hasn’t appeared on the certification yet, so a launch before the Mix Fold 5 is highly unlikely.
As for HyperOS 4, Xiaomi is reportedly building AI directly into its system apps. It’s also expected to bring support for miclaw AI agent.
Back in early June, reports said Xiaomi is working on the Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 with the new in-house O3 chip and a 200-megapixel camera sensor.
Likewise, a previous report suggests the device could feature a wider inner display than the Mix Fold 4. It’s also said to be more expensive than its predecessor.
The device could cost around 10,000 yuan (roughly $1,380), a 10% increase in price compared to Mix Fold 4, which launched at 8,999 yuan (around $1,240).
With certification now underway, an official unveiling may not be too far off.
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