Xiaomi’s next flagship generation is already starting to take shape. According to early leaks and industry rumors, the company could unveil the Xiaomi 18 series as early as September 2026. The expected lineup includes the Xiaomi 18, Xiaomi 18 Pro, and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, replacing the current Xiaomi 17 models introduced last year. Although the official launch is still months away, the first render of the standard Xiaomi 18 has surfaced online, giving a preliminary look at the design direction.