Xiaomi 18 Pro hands-on — an iPhone lookalike with an extra screen and a potentially Samsung-beating Privacy Display

The Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, successors to last year's China-exclusive Xiaomi 17 Pro, have been revealed and will be globally available next year. Both devices boast a unique feature: an additional screen on their rear panels. The Pro model has a 2.66-inch OLED display, while the Pro Max includes a larger 2.86-inch, 120Hz OLED screen. This extra screen can display widgets, wallpapers, media controls, and even frame selfies taken with the phones' rear cameras.

Xiaomi has also introduced its own version of Samsung's popular Privacy Display technology, called Smart Privacy Display. This feature restricts viewing angles to prevent people from spying on your screen at angles beyond 60 degrees. Additionally, it can be applied to specific apps, locations, and notifications, providing more control over what others can see.

Though Xiaomi has not confirmed US or Australia launches for these devices, it is speculated that at least one model will be available in these regions. Pricing for the 18 Pro starts at ¥5,999 CNY (approximately $900 / £675 / AU$1,300), while the Pro Max will cost ¥6,999 (around $1,050 / £785 / AU$1,500). If these phones become available outside of China, their prices are expected to be higher.