Galaxy S27 and Xiaomi 18 leaks signal Leica camera lineup shake-up

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New entries in the IMEI database point to Samsung Galaxy S27 (SM-S952U) and an early Xiaomi 18 lineup, hinting at major Leica-branded camera changes. The S27 appears as a Galaxy S26 successor with a likely compact entry model, while Xiaomi 18 variants (global, India, Japan) suggest a shift toward simultaneous global/China launches and potential Xiaomi 18 Pro, amid questions about the 18 Ultra. Together, the findings hint at a revised Leica camera strategy for Xiaomi and potentially updated flagship cadences for Samsung ahead of next year’s release window.
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