Waterproof and Wind-Cooled: Redmi’s Radical New Flagship Leaks?
RedmiFriday, 09 January 2026 at 08:39
Getting a mechanical fan to play nice with water used to be a fantasy in the phone world. You usually had to choose: do you want a gaming beast with a fan (like the old RedMagic phones) that dies if it sees a raindrop, or a waterproof flagship that overheats after ten minutes of Genshin Impact? According to the latest leaks from Digital Chat Station, Redmi is about to prove we can finally have both.
Key points
- New Redmi prototype features an active internal cooling fan for the Dimensity 9500.
- Despite the fan vent, the phone is rumored to maintain a full IP68 waterproof rating.
- The cooling system is integrated into the "Deco" camera module area.
- Includes a high-end 1.5K display with ultra-high refresh rates for gamers.
- Part of a 2026 trend where active cooling moves from gaming phones to flagships.
The Active Cooling Breakthrough
Word on the street is that Redmi is testing a new performance flagship that features a physical, internal cooling fan. This isn't just a gimmick. The engineering prototype is reportedly running the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, a chip that pushes raw power to its absolute limit. To keep that power from throttling, the fan is cleverly tucked away inside the "Deco" area—that's the raised section around the cameras.
But here is the kicker: despite having an open air vent for the fan, the device is supposedly targeted for a full IP68 rating. This means it can survive being dunked in water. Redmi is likely using a specialized "membrane" or a maze-like internal structure that lets air flow through while blocking liquid molecules. It’s a high-wire engineering act that could change the standard for every performance phone in 2026.
More Than Just a Fan
Beyond the cooling, this mystery Redmi phone is shaping up to be a visual treat. Expect a 1.5K resolution display, which hits that "sweet spot" of looking incredibly sharp without killing your battery life. It’s also rumored to support ultra-high refresh rates, which is basically a requirement for serious gamers these days.
Design-wise, Redmi seems to be going for a "minimalist" look. Even though the internals are incredibly complex with fans and waterproof seals, the outside will likely look sleek and clean. This is part of a bigger trend we're seeing in 2026, where even "standard" flagships from brands like Honor and iQOO are starting to include active cooling to handle the massive heat from AI and high-end gaming.
And Why This Matters?
Thermal throttling is the silent killer of smartphone performance. You buy a phone for its high benchmarks, but after twenty minutes of gaming, the speed drops by 40% because it’s too hot. If Redmi pulls off an active fan with IP68 protection, they’ve solved the biggest trade-off in mobile tech. We don’t have a launch date yet, but this prototype is a clear signal that the "Performance Ultra" wars are just getting started.
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