The new Xiaomi 16 flagship is coming out. Official confirmation will be given in late September. That is when Qualcomm will officially release its new Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, which will power the phone.
Xiaomi 16: A Sneak Peek at the New Flagship
Before its release, a new CAD-based sketch appeared online. It gives the first look at the design of Xiaomi 16. As per the sketch, a render imagines a phone that builds on the design Xiaomi is used to. It looks a lot like the design of the Xiaomi 15 but with some slight yet apparent differences.
The rear camera module still has the “squircle” shape — a round-square hybrid — and is positioned on the top left. Perhaps the most eye-catching design change is the two-tone design at the back. That makes the phone appear newer and more upscale. Xiaomi appears to be more keen on making it appear nice, rather than changing it.
Xiaomi 16: What to Expect From the Upcoming Flagship
Internally, the Xiaomi 16 is a beast of a phone. It comes equipped with a gigantic 6,800 mAh battery. That’s much larger than nearly every other flagship phone on the market. It also appears to be capable of 100W wired charging. That will enable people to charge the phone lightning-fast.
The screen needs to be 6.32 to 6.36 inches. That is a little small for a modern-day flagship. However, there is speculation that the screen would be among the best in the range. That could mean that the Xiaomi 16 would be great at watching films or gaming on the go.
Another cool feature is a potential periscope telephoto camera. This would enable improved zoom without compromising image quality. It’s a feature that typically comes on larger or pricier phones.
Overall, the Xiaomi 16 seems to be an upgrade. It provides slight design improvements, decent hardware, and improved camera specifications. Due to its high-capacity battery and fast charging, it should provide extended performance. Further details will likely surface as we approach the launch.
