Xiaomi has confirmed that its Back Display rear-screen technology will reach global markets with the Xiaomi 18 Pro series. The secondary panel, previously limited to the China-exclusive Xiaomi 17 Pro lineup, is designed to extend the phone’s interface beyond its main display.
- Check notifications at a glance from the rear of the phone.
- Enable quick interactions with Xiaomi’s app ecosystem.
- Use the screen as a live viewfinder when shooting with the main Leica camera system.
The camera viewfinder function lets users frame selfies and group shots with the rear cameras rather than a front-facing sensor. It can also provide real-time framing feedback while recording video with the main camera array.
Xiaomi has revised the external design around the feature, placing both the Back Display and camera module beneath a single sheet of glass. The company also says the phones will be offered in a range of bold finishes.
The Xiaomi 18 Pro series will launch globally in Paris on November 17. Xiaomi is also expected to show additional gadgets and Mijia home appliances at the event, while further details on the phones’ configurations and market availability have yet to be announced.
