Several smartphone brands are reportedly working on wide-screen candybar phones inspired by the Huawei Pura X View. Now a new rumor suggests that Xiaomi is also planning to enter the segment with its own offering.
According to tipster Digital Chat Station, an Android smartphone maker is currently testing a widescreen candybar phone. While the tipster did not explicitly name the company, the emoji used in the post indicates that the device could be from Xiaomi.
Xiaomi 18 Fold with a wide aspect ratio
The tipster also revealed that the phone will have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which is not surprising given its form factor.
Xiaomi’s upcoming widescreen smartphone is expected to feature a 16:10 or 16:9 aspect ratio, similar to Huawei’s Pura X View.
Huawei Pura X View
Oppo is also rumored to be developing a wide-screen smartphone under its Reno lineup. The device is tipped to have a 6.35-inch display, an 8,000mAh battery, dual 200MP rear cameras, and the Dimensity 9600M chipset.
Other brands, including Doogee and Coolpad, have also joined the trend with their own widescreen phones. Huawei, meanwhile, is rumored to be preparing a more affordable widescreen device under its new Osta sub-brand.
Source (in Chinese)