Emir BardakçıThe year 2026 is proving to be a defining era for the tech behemoth as it is about to showcase the most revolutionary projects to date. Ever since the inception set by the Xiaomi 17 series, the brand is now inching towards the realization of revolutionary form factors and a seamless software ecosystem. Be it the Xiaomi TRIFOLD series or the launch of electric cars worldwide, the future looks more revolutionary and expansive than ever before.
Revolutionary Foldables and Hardware Upgrades
The smartphone lineup in 2026 is expected to see a tremendous comeback in the foldables department. Following a relatively quiet 2025 in the foldables department, the Xiaomi 17 Fold, Xiaomi 17 Flip, and Xiaomi TRIFOLD, a triple-folding phone, will arrive in the market in 2026, targeting the spectrum in which smartphones and tablets coexist. However, it is expected that the “‘Slim’ project,” termed Xiaomi 17 Slim, might be shelved in favor of other lines such as Ultra and Foldables. The Xiaomi 17T series, on the other hand, might enter the market earlier than expected.
- Xiaomi TRIFOLD: a new smartphone form factor that is a
- Xiaomi 17 Fold/Flip: Featuring an advanced hinge design.
- Xiaomi 17T series: Targeted for an earlier release window.
Moving Directly to Xiaomi HyperOS 4
Regarding the software update, the approach is just as aggressive. It has been revealed that the company c0uld just bypass updates like version 3.1 altogether as it upgrades directly to Xiaomi HyperOS 4. The major upgrade will specifically focus on the “Human x Car x Home” ecosystem based on Xiaomi HyperConnect.
For those who want to further optimize their experience with their current device, a companion app called the MemeOS Enhancer exists on the Google Play Store. The app has functionalities to allow you to enable hidden system functionality, update management, and optimize system performance before a new operating system is releasedç
Xiaomi’s Electric Vehicle Enters the European Market
The last component of the “Strategy 2026” is the internationalization of the automotive brand. With all the required certifications in place, the Xiaomi electric car is expected to penetrate the European market by the end of 2026. This is expected to give the brand’s smart mobility vision a global platform, integrating the car with the already developed smart home system.
