Xiaomi is set to unveil its latest smartphones, the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, in September, following the release of their predecessors. A notable update is the introduction of a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with an 85mm focal length, which is shorter than the 115mm focal length of the previous generation's camera. Consequently, the optical zoom will be marketed at 3x or 3.5x, a reduction from the 5x offered by the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. However, Xiaomi plans to promote improved digital zoom capabilities, potentially reaching up to 6x or more, to address consumer concerns regarding the lower optical zoom. Additionally, both models will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC, with the 18 Pro featuring a 6.3-inch screen and a battery capacity of 7,000 mAh or larger, while the Pro Max will sport a 6.9-inch display with narrower bezels.