Xiaomi and OPPO are already developing folding mobile phones

Xiaomi and OPPO are already developing foldable Android smartphones with the intention of marketing them in the near future, reports ETNews, citing industry sources anonymous. Like projects widely distributed by Samsung and Huawei, OPPO and Xiaomi's first-generation folding mobile phones will rely heavily on hinges and will, at least in concept, be similar to those of ZTE Axon. M last year. Nevertheless, they must present some news, with the aim of using a single folding screen, rather than two separate panels.

OPPO and Xiaomi have already contacted the suppliers in order to obtain the key components of the creation of these devices. While the LG Display is currently considered as the provider of folding OLED panels for both companies, this task could possibly be entrusted to another company.

Although no source has spoken of release dates, they should only arrive next year. There are rumors that Huawei will be the first company to do it later this year, followed by Samsung in early 2019.

The information does not reveal the type of foldable equipment that OPPO is supposed to develop. Still, it is speculated that it is an OLED screen device whose top third can be unfolded, with an unconventional appearance. The presence of a rotating camera is also in the plans of the company.

Foldable smartphones should be introduced as niche devices and at very high prices. However, if fashion matches, it is very likely that they will become the mainstream.