Top phone brands are getting ready to launch their new foldable smartphones in 2025. The three main contenders are Xiaomi MIX Flip 2, Huawei Pocket 3, and Honor Magic V Flip 2. These phones are set to bring exciting new features and upgrades. Here’s what we know so far.
Xiaomi made waves in the foldable phone market with the MIX Flip in July 2024. The MIX Flip 2 will be an upgrade with Snapdragon 8 Elite for better performance. It will also have new cameras: a 50MP main camera and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. The phone will keep its 6.86-inch inner screen and 4780 mAh battery with 67W fast charging. It is expected to cost around 5,999 yuan.
The Huawei Pocket 2, released in February 2024, set a high standard for foldable phones. The Pocket 3 will likely build on this with better display, battery, and camera features. It will keep the Kirin 9000S processor, 6.94-inch OLED display, and 4520 mAh battery with 66W wired and 40W wireless charging. The XMAGE camera system will also be improved. The Pocket 3 will likely cost around 7,499 yuan.
Honor entered the foldable phone market with the Magic V Flip in June 2024. The Magic V Flip 2 is expected to keep the affordable price while improving performance and design. It will have the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, a 6.8-inch OLED display, and a 50MP primary camera. The phone will also feature a 4800 mAh battery with 66W fast charging. The Magic V Flip 2 will likely start at 4,999 yuan.
In 2025, all three brands will compete with powerful foldable phones. The Snapdragon 8 Elite in the MIX Flip 2 will boost performance. Huawei and Honor will likely improve their cameras and battery life. Xiaomi’s MIX Flip 2 may be revealed as early as MWC 2025 or May 2025. Huawei and Honor may launch their phones earlier in the year.
By 2025, Xiaomi, Huawei, and Honor will lead the foldable phone market with their unique strengths. Whether it’s Xiaomi’s advanced photography, Huawei’s XMAGE technology, or Honor’s affordable pricing, these phones are set to shape the future of smartphones.