Xiaomi's gearing up to bring the 18 Pro series to global markets, and we've got fresh certification evidence to prove it. The phone just appeared on Singapore's IMDA database with model number 2609BPN61G, confirming it's a 5G device with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and NFC support. A separate model, the 2611FPNFAG, has been identified as the global Xiaomi 18 Pro Max. This is huge because it means we're finally getting closer to a worldwide release for one of Xiaomi's flagship lineups.
Here's where things get interesting for battery lovers. A tipster claims the global versions will pack noticeably smaller batteries than what Chinese buyers get. The standard Xiaomi 18 Pro is supposedly coming with a 6,000mAh battery instead of the Chinese model's 7,000mAh. The Pro Max situation is even more dramatic, dropping from 8,500mAh in China all the way down to 7,050mAh for the global version. That's a pretty significant cut, and it's the kind of compromise manufacturers sometimes make to hit certain price points or keep the device thinner.
The certifications don't reveal launch dates or official names yet, but these kinds of regulatory filings usually precede announcements by a few weeks or months. Alongside the Xiaomi phones, an unknown Redmi tablet also popped up on the same IMDA database with model number 26104RPF2G. This tablet had previously appeared on an EEC certification database, suggesting it's also heading to multiple markets globally.
Right now, all the battery specs are based on tipster intel and haven't been confirmed by Xiaomi officially. We'll likely get more details through additional certifications, further leaks, or an actual announcement from the company. If you're in India or other markets waiting for the 18 Pro, keep an eye out for more news in the coming weeks.