Xiaomi patents foldable smartphone similar to Huawei Mate Xs

Beijing: Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has patented a foldable smartphone that looks similar to Huawei Mate Xs.

Xiaomi apparently filed for the patent in late 2019, and it has now been published by China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), reports LetsGoDigital.

Looking at the patent images, the smartphone will feature a flexible display and fold outward, with a noticeable bezel on the right corner when completely unfolded.

When opened, it seemingly transforms into a tablet, while in its folded state, it resembles a standard smartphone.

The display in the patent is edge-to-edge and sits flat while a bulging strip on the inhabits the right when folded.