Xiaomi, Huawei, and Apple prepare for major September smartphone launches

foldable smartphones iPhone 18 Xiaomi 18 Fold Huawei Mate XT 2 smartphone launches

Major smartphone manufacturers are preparing for a wave of high-profile product launches in September 2026. Xiaomi and Huawei are scheduled to hold separate launch events on September 7, focusing on new foldable devices. Xiaomi will debut the 18 Fold, a “mid-fold” smartphone featuring a 5.38-inch external screen and a 7.58-inch main screen, powered by the Xring O3 processor and Leica-developed camera systems. Huawei is set to unveil its second-generation triple-fold device, the Mate XT 2 Ultimate Design, following a pre-order period that began on August 31.

Apple is also expected to hold its major autumn event on September 9, which may feature its first foldable iPhone, potentially named the iPhone Ultra or iPhone Fold. Reports suggest Apple might delay iPhone 18 pre-orders to September 12 to avoid coinciding with the September 11 anniversary. This transition also marks a leadership change, with John Ternus expected to lead the event as the new CEO following Tim Cook's move to Executive Chairman.

In the broader market, rising component costs are driving price increases. In India, Samsung and Nothing have implemented price hikes for various models, with the Samsung Galaxy A17 seeing significant increases. Additionally, several Chinese brands including Huawei and Xiaomi have adjusted prices for flagship models.

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Apple · China · Galaxy Z Fold8 · HarmonyOS · HarmonyOS 7 · He Gang · Huawei · John Ternus · Kirin 9050 Pro · Mate XT 2 · Mate XT 2 · Mate XT 2 Ultimate Design

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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 10 SOURCES] Huawei has officially opened pre-orders for the Mate XT 2 non-ordinary master smartphone. www.iphonemod.net · yesky.com · empresariodigitalnic.com · www.absolutegeeks.com · mobilebulgaria.com · +1 more
[● 6 SOURCES] The smartphone will run on the HarmonyOS 7 operating system. m.eprice.com.tw · qooah.com · yesky.com
[● 7 SOURCES] Storage configurations include a top-tier 16GB RAM and 2TB storage version with a stylus set. www.iphonemod.net · yesky.com · www.absolutegeeks.com · mobilebulgaria.com
[● 13 SOURCES] The device utilizes a U-shaped dual inward folding architecture instead of the previous Z-shaped design. qooah.com · m.eprice.com.tw · yesky.com · www.absolutegeeks.com · mobilebulgaria.com · +3 more
[● 6 SOURCES] The Mate XT 2 is scheduled for official release on September 7. m.eprice.com.tw · www.iphonemod.net · mobilebulgaria.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The device is rumored to feature a 6,000mAh battery. m.eprice.com.tw · www.iphonemod.net · mobilebulgaria.com · www.absolutegeeks.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Average smartphone selling prices are expected to increase 27.6% to $581 in 2026 due to rising component costs. thetechnologyexpress.com
[● 9 SOURCES] Apple is expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone at an event on September 9. thetechnologyexpress.com · www.scmp.com · newsindialive.in · ipaddisti.it · www.appliste.cz · +3 more
[● 3 SOURCES] Apple is projected to ship over 17 million foldable iPhones by 2027, representing approximately 40% of the global foldable market. thetechnologyexpress.com · www.scmp.com · ipaddisti.it
[● 3 SOURCES] Global smartphone shipments are projected to decline 16.7% in 2026 to just over 1 billion units. thetechnologyexpress.com · www.scmp.com · ipaddisti.it
[○ 1 SOURCE] Foldable smartphone shipments are forecast to rise 12.6% to 22.9 million units in 2026. thetechnologyexpress.com
[● 12 SOURCES] Huawei plans to unveil the Mate XT 2 on September 7. thetechnologyexpress.com · www.scmp.com · www.absolutegeeks.com · mobilebulgaria.com · yesky.com · +3 more