Xiaomi Acknowledges Apple's Remarkable Hardware Achievement with the iPhone

In the fiercely competitive smartphone market, Apple's iPhones have consistently set benchmarks that even rivals like Xiaomi find challenging to meet. While Xiaomi is known for its flagship devices packed with top-notch camera systems, impressive battery life, and unique features, it seems that Apple's design ethos, particularly with its ultra-sleek devices, has left an indelible mark. This article dives into Xiaomi's acknowledgment of Apple's feat and the implications for future smartphone designs.

"We can't build an ultra-thin phone!"

The iPhone Air has officially been discontinued.

"Yeah, right"

Xiaomi seems to believe they literally can't create an ultra-thin phone like the iPhone Air or the Galaxy S25 Edge, though they largely choose not to pursue that direction.

But what’s the reason?

The iPhone Air has become yet another recent disappointment for Apple, with only around 700,000 activations reported, despite several price reductions. This showcases a lackluster market performance.

Rumors of the iPhone Air 2

While the current iPhone Air (which, for convenience, we will refer to as iPhone Air 2 for now) has the potential to rectify some user grievances—such as having multiple cameras and possibly lower pricing—there are doubts about its viability. There are murmurs that the iPhone Air 2 might incorporate a larger vapor chamber for better thermal management. If it launches, perhaps in 2027, and successfully captivates the audience, it could inspire Xiaomi to finally achieve the ultra-thin phone dream.