Xiaomi intends its forthcoming flagship smartphones to feature a rear display with practical applications,diverging from a purely aesthetic function,according to reporting from MobilMania.cz.The company aims to establish this secondary screen as a defining characteristic of its premium devices, perhaps rivaling Apple’s Dynamic Island and Nothing’s Glyph Interface.
the potential for a rear display to become a signature element for Xiaomi emerged alongside details about the Xiaomi 17, which is positioned as a direct competitor to the iPhone 17. While the initial implementation’s specific uses remain undisclosed, Xiaomi envisions expanding upon this technology in future generations, possibly culminating in the Xiaomi 18 and potentially sparking a new smartphone category.
MobilMania.cz reports the rear screen’s development signals a broader strategic shift for Xiaomi, seeking to differentiate its products through innovative hardware features. The success of this venture and its impact on the smartphone market will become clearer with subsequent releases.