Almost all the leading Android smartphone brands have been delivering Android 13 stable update for eligible phones for weeks now. But Xiaomi, on the other hand, rolled out the said update to its first device only today.

Xiaomi 12 Pro has become the first Xiaomi handset to receive the Android 13 stable update. Let’s check out the status of the rollout.

Earlier today, Xiaomi started pushing the stable Android 13 update to Xiaomi 12 Pro users in China. The update is currently in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. This means it is only available for a select few users as part of the initial batched rollout.

The latest software update for the smartphone arrives with build number V13.2.4.0.TLBCNXM. It bumps up the MIUI version to 13.2 and the security patch level to October 2022.

If there aren’t any issues with the build, the update will be made available for more users in the coming days. Also, the company may release it for international variants as well.

We have been hoping for Xiaomi to improve its mobile software (MIUI) for a long time. It seems like the company hasn’t taken any necessary steps so far.

Fellow Chinese brands like Oppo have managed to roll out the Android 13 stable update for multiple devices worldwide. While Xiaomi has just begun the rollout.

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Xiaomi is yet to deliver the Android 12 update for some of its devices though Android 13 is out for more than 2 months. Three such handsets have started receiving the much-awaited update in India.

The Chinese smartphone maker has begun to roll out last year’s Android update for the Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, and Poco M2 Pro in its largest market outside mainland China.

The Android 12 update for the Pro models of Redmi Note 9 and Poco M2 arrive with MIUI 13 in India. Despite releasing in October, the software builds come with August 2022 security patches.

Most importantly, the update is currently limited to Mi Pilot testers. It should make its way to regular users in the coming days and weeks.

The update should enter the ‘Stable Beta’ phase next, followed by ‘Stable’. Hence, most users will likely get access to it by next month.

The Android 12-based MIUI 13 update is probably the last major software update for Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, and Poco M2 Pro. These phones may only receive necessary security updates going forward.

All three devices were launched in 2020. They share a similar design and only differ in terms of certain features.

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Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus 5G in India in March. The device debuted with MIUI 13 based on Android 11 despite being released in early 2022.

Now, six months after its release, the smartphone is receiving its first major update in the country. The latest software update for the handset finally bumps up the Android version to 12.

Xiaomi has started rolling out the much-awaited Android 12 update for the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus 5G in India. The fresh system update for the phone arrives with firmware version V13.0.1.0.SKCINXM.

The official changelog does not mention anything about the new features. However, it does confirm that the software build comes with August 2022 security patches.

The OTA system update is currently being rolled out in batches. It should reach all users in the coming days.

All in all, even after months, the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus 5G is running an outdated version of Android along with older security patches. At this pace, we are not sure if and when the device will be updated to Android 13.

Xiaomi’s software update rollout has slowed down recently. On the other hand, competitors like Oppo and Vivo have improved theirs by a long shot. In fact, currently, Xiaomi is the only major global smartphone brand to lag behind in terms of software support.

Though Xiaomi promises three Android updates and four years of security updates for most of its upper mid-range and premium devices, it has been slow in delivering the updates. Hopefully, the company improves itself before it’s too late.

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The Mi Mix Fold is Xiaomi’s first foldable smartphone. It was announced at the end of March 2021 and was made available for purchase in mid-April. Just like the current-gen Xiaomi Mix Fold 2, its predecessor is not sold outside mainland China.

The handset debuted with Android 11. Now, almost a year and a half after its release, the device is finally receiving the Android 12 update.

The latest software update for the Mi Mix Fold 2 arrives with build number V13.1.1.0.SJTCNXM. According to the official changelog, the update bumps up the Android version to 12 and the security patch level to August 2022.

The device is currently on MIUI 13, which is the latest version of Xiaomi’s Android skin at the moment. MIUI 13 was released for the phone in late April.

Since the beginning, the Mi Mix Fold has been receiving software updates slower than Xiaomi’s other handsets. But it did get an update in October with the longest changelog in MIUI history. This particular software update provided improvements and features based on the feedback from the actual users of the phone.

In December, a report suggested that the Mi Mix Fold might not receive new MIUI updates. Fortunately, that turned out to be false. However, it’s not known whether the smartphone will be upgraded to Android 13 or at least Android 12L in the future.

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Xiaomi finally upgraded their flagship series with three models this week: the Xiaomi 12s, the Xiaomi 12s Pro, and the 12s Ultra. In fact, some of you may have been overwhelmed by the specs of the Xiaomi 12S Ultra. It comes with the largest 1-inch sensor we’ve ever seen on a phone, and no doubt is the superstar model in the series. But today we are going to focus on its little brothers, the Xiaomi 12s and 12s Pro models. 

Well, it seems that Xiaomi applied a low-profile design for the packaging of the 12s series. There are no more large numbers or noticeable texts.

There’s another winner in this launch, which is the German photography brand Leica. It’s the first time Xiaomi is working with Leica on their camera imaging solution. And it’s great to see that all three versions of the 12s series are boosted with the Leica solution. 

So you can see the famous red logo right here. To be honest, the logo kept reminding me of the Huawei P series, which also used to work with Leica on their imaging system. Although it’s not the first time that the legendary brand cooperated with a smartphone brand, Leica still receives great worship from Xiaomi and its fans. 

Xiaomi 12S series features similar design with Leica branding

I knew that the unboxing stage of these two models could be a bit boring, since we’ve learned at the launch that there is nothing new in the 12s and the 12s pro’s appearance. If we have to point out any difference, well their camera’s footnote here was replaced with the word Leica. As for the 12 series, the footnote is just the meaningless 50MP wording.  

So like the 12s Ultra, the Xiaomi 12s, and the 12s Pro also feature Leica’s imaging engine and camera app. The biggest difference is that these two models are equipped with a Sony IMX707 sensor for the main camera, which is slightly smaller than the Ultra version’s IMX989 sensor. Notably, the 1/1.28-inch sensor is still one of the largest sensor sizes on the mobile market. 

For the 12s Pro, the whole camera hardware is no different from the Xiaomi 12 Pro, while for the 12s standard version, Xiaomi upgrades its main camera from the Xiaomi 12’s IMX766 to the larger 707 sensor. 

Xiaomi 12S series performance gets a boost – Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Another important upgrade is the chipset. The 12s series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus. Although it’s only a Plus version, the improvement probably will convince you that it’s a completely new generation. The reason why we think so is that the 8 Gen 1 Plus’ production is finally moved back to TSMC from Samsung. Now we can clearly find out if there is a significant discrepancy between the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Gen 1+’s power consumption and heating.

And we will show you the detail performance and gaming comparison between them in the following review. Today, we just want to experience their software and take a quick look at their benchmarks’ results. Well, the MIUI 13 feels as smooth as what we experienced on the Xiaomi 12 series. The display is still the best one that Xiaomi has ever used, a 2K-level 120Hz SAMSUNG E5 AMOLED panel, which is visually stunning like before.

Now let’s briefly check out their benchmark results. Even in benchmarks, the Xiaomi 12s series got significantly improved over the peak performance.

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In the Antutu benchmark, these two models have over 15% improvement from the 12 series. And their power consumption also got significantly optimized from the 12 series, which makes us really look forward to their actual gaming performance. So please stay subscribed, as we will bring you the comparison soon. 

Now let’s talk about the camera system. Well, since the module is still powered by the triple 50MP lenses, the major improvement of the Pro version is about software and experience. While for the 12s standard version, the image shot on the main camera did look better, but we think the biggest improvement is again in the software and experience.  

Xiaomi 12S series cameras are powered by Leica

A few Leica elements are added to their camera app. When first open the camera app, the software will ask you which imaging engine you wanna use, Leica Authentic or Leica Vibrant. The Leica Authentic mode is closer to the original Leica camera imaging preference, including high contrast, an amazing level of detail where it is needed, pleasant softness in areas that do not require much attention, and an ability to see the whole tonal range effortlessly. And the images shot on the 12s models even reproduced Leica’s vignetting to some extent. While I think the Vibrant mode applies more vivid colors based on the Authentic mode, which is closer to what we saw on smartphone imaging before. So here we bring you some samples shot on the 12s models, and we will show more in their detailed review soon. So stay tuned.

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Meanwhile, you can check out the original camera samples from the Xiaomi 12S and the 12S Pro here.

The 12s series also adds four Leica filters, Leica’s classic shutter sound, and the Leica watermark.

On the 12s series, now you can choose the classical Leica watermark in the camera app, which is bigger and more noticeable and eats up a decent place in the lower part. It wouldn’t bring any improvement to the images. But when you see the pictures with the watermark, do you feel some degree of pleasure? Well, I do.

But we found a similar camera app for other Xiaomi phones on the internet. It looks almost the same as the Xiaomi 12S’ Leica camera app. But of course, there’s no Leica imaging engine inside. However, you can also have four custom filters, the same shutter sound, and even the watermark for any other Xiaomi model. 

Obviously, it’s not officially released by Xiaomi but leaked by someone on the internet. That said, here we also want to show you a couple of images shot on the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the 12s Pro with a similar watermark. Can you identify the differences between them? 

And yes, we will talk more about the leaked camera app in the following review. 

So that’s all for today’s first impression and quick hands-on of the Xiaomi 12s and 12s Pro. There’s no doubt that it’s an important step forward for Xiaomi in phone imaging. And we can also see the brand’s desire to bring something different from the cooperation with Leica. 

More about these two models will be put in our deep review video. So please stay tuned. 

And the Xiaomi 12s Ultra’s review and related comparisons are also in the pipeline. So if you have any questions about the 12s series, please leave them down below. 

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Poco is gearing up to launch the new F4 5G smartphone in India soon. But prior to its official release, we had reported on some of its leaked specifications. Now, new information has revealed that the device will run on MIUI 13 custom skin in the region.

Just a couple of days ahead of its India announcement, it was revealed via the Xiaomi Firmware Updater channel that the Poco F4 5G will run on Android 12 OS based MIUI 13 custom skin out of the box. Furthermore, the codename for the device was also revealed, which is “munch”. For those unaware, the Xiaomi Firmware Updater channel is based on an automated script to detch the latest MIUI ROM for Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco smartphone models.

One of its latest changelogs revealed that the MIUI 13.0.3.0SLMINXM will be rolled out with the June 2022 Android security patch update. Talking about the smartphone itself, the Chinese smartphone maker is set to launch the new F4 5G model later this week on June 23. Based on our previous report, this handset will sport an E4 AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, 1300 nits of peak brightness, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ certification as well.

Under the hood, the device will be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC that is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage as well. Other features include stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support and 67W fast charging. So stick around for more, as we will be covering the launch event later this week.

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Xiaomi is into its 12th generation of flagship smartphones with the Xiaomi 12 series, and despite that, the manufacturer has not yet forgotten about its older generation of flagships. 

The Xiaomi Mi 10 5G series was seen as the company’s truly first flagship series in the market and today the standard Mi 10 5G (Global Variant) has finally received its official stable MIUI 13 update and officially it means that the device has officially received the Android 12 OS upgrade! 

The MIUI 13 stable update brings some notable software improvements, security patches and additional software customisation options to vanilla Mi 10 5G users. The changelog provided by Xiaomi below details what the update will bring. 

Stable MIUI 13 Changelog for Mi 10 5G Global:

• (System)

Version: V13.0.4.0.SJBMIXM | Android 12

Stable MIUI based on Android 12

Updated Android Security Patch to April 2022. Increased system security.

• (Wallpaper)

New: “Crystallization” super wallpapers

New: “Crystallization” live wallpapers

• (More features and improvements)

New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar

New: A new widget ecosystem with app support

Optimization: Improved overall stability

Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather

Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Overall, Mi 10 5G users should update their devices to the latest stable MIUI version to keep their Android security safeguarded as well as to enjoy the new features that Android 12 brings. 

Xiaomi smartphone users can check for the latest stable MIUI update via the Settings under About Phone > MIUI Version > Check for Updates. 

In the early 2020 launch event, the Xiaomi Mi 10 5G at the time was one of Xiaomi‘s highly regarded flagships with its top-of-the-line Snapdragon 865 processors, its flagship 108MP main camera and also its 90Hz FHD+ Curved AMOLED Display. 

Essentials-wise, the device was almost more or less the same with its expensive sibling – the Mi 10 Pro 5G. However, coming in at a lower price, the Mi 10 5G was more attractive to buyers than the Mi 10 Pro 5G since it had a higher price-to-performance ratio. 

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Xiaomi is slated to release a mid-year update for its Chinese devices currently running on MIUI 13 in the second half of 2022. Dubbed the H2 2022 MIUI 13 Mid-Year update, the update is expected to bring many software features we’ve seen from recent Xiaomi releases like the Xiaomi 12 lineup, and the Redmi K50 series, as well as stability improvements. 

However, Xiaomi recently published on its MIUI Forum in China that it will be dropping many devices from its MIUI 13 (China Version) Open Beta programme from July 18th, 2022 onwards, and several of these devices include Xiaomi flagships equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset. 

The devices dropped from the aforementioned list are the:

• Xiaomi CC9 Pro
• Xiaomi Mi 10
• Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro
• Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition
• Redmi K30
• Redmi K30 5G
• Redmi K30i 5G
• Redmi K30 Pro 5G

Normally devices dropped from the MIUI Beta Programme will not be receiving any more Android OS upgrades(MIUI 14 based on Android 13). However, the devices will still be eligible for another MIUI upgrade(i.e. MIUI 14 based on Android 12) and another year of security updates from Xiaomi.

The devices listed above were initially launched with MIUI 11 based on Android 10 out of the box in early 2020, and all of them have recently been updated to MIUI 13 based on Android 12. 

According to Xiaomi‘s track record, providing 2 years of Android OS upgrades and 3 years of security updates to its flagships is quite common. However, ever since the launch of the Xiaomi 11T series, the brand has promised to provide 3 years of Android OS upgrades and 4 years of security updates to its flagships launched after the Xiaomi 11T series which include the Xiaomi 12 series and Redmi K50 series as well. 

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The Mi Note 10 was launched as a premium mid-ranger back in 2019. Having already received two Android version upgrades in the form of Android 10 and 11, it’s obvious that the device won’t be getting a taste of Android 12. And that’s exactly what’s come about with the MIUI 13 update released for the phone today in China — it’s based on Android 11.

Still, the update comes with a slew of changes in the form of new widgets, improved system font, new super wallpapers, and numerous optimizations, so the missing Android upgrade shouldn’t be too much of a bother.

The complete changelog for the update has been given below (via Xiaomiui).

Highlights

• New: Privacy camera for face recognition and protective watermarks for images
• New: Introducing comprehensive anti-fraud protection mechanisms
• New: All-new Mi Sans system font with better readability
• New: “Crystallization” super wallpapers
• New: A new widget ecosystem with app support and personalization options
• New: New features for performing tasks seamlessly on multiple connected devices
• Optimization: Improved overall stability

Widgets

• New: A new widget ecosystem offers lots of items that can make your Home screen more informative
• New: New gorgeous widgets for system and third party apps
• New: Lots of customizable widgets, including different clocks, signatures, and sticker

More features and improvements

• New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, Weather, and Themes
• Optimization: Privacy protection, secure web browsing, and better feed
• Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

System

• Stable MIUI based on Android 11

Sized 3GB and carrying firmware version 13.0.1.0.RFDCNXM, the update is only available for Mi Pilot Testers as of now. But once it’s found to be bug-free, it should be rolled out for more users in China, after which a global rollout should commence. As with every other update, not all of the features will be making their way into the global MIUI 13 build for the Mi Note 10, though.

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Xiaomi doesn’t usually grant more than a single Android update for its budget devices, but news of Android 12 internal testing for the Redmi 9T seems to be signaling a change in the company’s update strategy. The phone, which was launched with Android 10-based MIUI 12, may soon be getting its second Android upgrade in the form of Android 12.

As spotted by Xiaomiui, build 22.4.2 based on Android 12 has begun testing internally for the global variant of the Redmi 9T. It isn’t clear if the build will be labeled MIUI 13 when it’s rolled out, although it does look quite probable.

Of course, Android 12 will be the very Android version bump that the Redmi 9T will receive, but it’s not known if MIUI 13 will be the final MIUI upgrade.

As for when the leaked build will be officially rolled out for the Redmi 9T, well, there’s no clue as of yet. Xiaomiui expects it to be seeded after 3-4 months, which definitely isn’t the speediest we’ve seen, but considering the device was never meant to receive a second Android update in the first place, we aren’t complaining.

MIUI 13 isn’t a major update by any means and the number of new stuff you get with it seems to depend on the price of the device you own, for some reason. Devices like the Xiaomi Mi 11X have seen multiple new features while others like Redmi Note 10 Pro are left with barely any new items over MIUI 12.5.

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The Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite is now beginning to receive the MIUI 13 update based on Android 12 in Europe. Along with a bunch of optimizations, the update also carries the February 2022 security patch.

The firmware is labeled V13.0.1.0.SFNEUXM and the complete ROM zip should be sized 2.9GB. The MIUI 13 launch events outside of China hadn’t introduced much in terms of features aside from new wallpapers, so don’t expect too much from the build.

Anyway, the complete official changelog has been given below for your reference.

System

• ‌Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• ‌Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security

More features and improvements

• ‌New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Xiaomiui says that the update is being rolled out only for those that are part of the Mi Pilot Testers program currently so it may be a while before it arrives on your device.

Still, you can download the update manually through this link, and install it by heading over to Settings > About phone > System update. No guarantees, though, since the build is currently Pilot-exclusive.

The Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite was launched back in April 2020 and first booted into Android 10, meaning that this Android 12 update is the last Android version upgrade for it.

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The Xiaomi 11T Pro was launched in January this year but booted into Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 out of the box. The phone even bagged Android 12-based MIUI 13 in February in multiple regions across the world but the Indian variant was left behind. After much delay, the Indian variant has now been updated to the same as well.

The official changelog for the update doesn’t mention much aside from improved system security and some optimizations for system apps and features. The MIUI 13 launch event for India hadn’t introduced any new features either aside from new wallpapers, so don’t expect too much from the build.

The complete changelog has been given below:

System

• Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security

More features and improvements

• New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

As clear from above, the update also brings the February security patch, which while isn’t the latest, isn’t too far behind either. The recovery ROM is sized 3.4GB and you can download it through this link. A manual installation is possible through Settings > About phone > System update.

It is highly likely that the rollout is being done in batches so it may take a while for MIUI 13 stable to reach your Xiaomi 11T Pro in India.

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MIUI 13 is currently the newest version of Xiaomi’s mobile operating system. The company has been rolling it out to eligible devices since January. The latest smartphones to receive it are Mi 10 Ultra, Redmi Note 10 5G, and Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G.

Xiaomi has started seeding MIUI 13 update based on Android 12 for the following handsets in its home country China.

• Mi 10 Ultra – V13.0.1.0.SJJCNXM
• Redmi Note 10 5G – V13.0.3.0.SKSCNXM
• Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G – V13.0.3.0.SJSCNXM

Like any other OTA software update, this update is also being rolled out in batches. Hence, some units may receive it earlier, while others will take time.

Further, apart from Mi 10 Ultra, the other two phones made their way outside China. The Redmi Note 10 5G goes by the name of Redmi Note 10T 5G in international markets. At the same time, the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G is known as Mi 10i 5G and Mi 10T Lite 5G.

These non-Chinese versions of the aforementioned smartphones should also get access to the Android 12-baed MIUI 13 update in the near future. We can expect the rollout to finish for all the variants in a month or two.

If you happen to own any of the above-listed original Chinese models and have received the update, then do let us know your experience in the comment section below.

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The Indian Xiaomi Mi 11X is finally receiving the Android 12-based MIUI 13 update in India a few days after the POCO F3 bagged it and over a month after the Redmi K40 did. The update also includes the February security patch.

The official changelog doesn’t mention much aside from improved system security and some optimizations for system apps and features. The MIUI 13 launch event for India hadn’t introduced any new features either aside from new wallpapers, proving the update is just another optimization-focused thing like MIUI 12.5 Enhanced was.

Anyway, the complete official changelog for the Xiaomi Mi 11X MIUI 13 update has been given below for your reference.

System

• Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security

More features and improvements

• New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Do note here that the update is currently only being rolled out to Mi Pilot Testers in India, according to Xiaomiui. If all’s found well with it, then expect a wider rollout within a couple of weeks. Alternatively, you can attempt a manual installation after downloading the ROM zip via this link.

Xiaomi typically provides two Android version upgrades to its mid-range devices and the same can be expected for the Mi 11X too. With Android 12 now out, the device should receive its final Android version bump after Android 13 hits stable.

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Following the MIUI 13 rollout for the Global variant of the POCO X3 Pro, the Indian variant is now getting the same as well. The update is based on Android 12 and is accompanied by the February 2022 security patch.

Sized 3.1GB, the update has been stated to increase system security along with optimizing some system apps and features, in the changelog.

System

• ‌Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security.

More features and improvements

• ‌New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• ‌Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• ‌Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Aside from the above, the MIUI 13 update for the POCO X3 Pro is fairly boring, with almost nothing new aside from new wallpapers. Some users have observed that the messed-up notification layout has also been finally fixed, but that’s about it.

Do note here that the update is currently only being rolled out to Mi Pilot Testers in India, according to Xiaomiui. If all’s found well with it, then expect a wider rollout within a couple of weeks. Alternatively, you can attempt a manual installation after downloading the ROM zip via this link, but that’s not recommended.

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The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite has received the MIUI 13 update based on Android 12 in India. Along with the Android version bump, the update also carries the February 2022 security patch.

The firmware carries version number V13.0.1.0.SKQINXM and is sized exactly 3GB. In terms of new features, not much is to be expected with the update. Users have already reported that MIUI 13 gives a miss to most of the goodies that the Chinese version of the update comes with. The only new bits appear to be a collection of new wallpapers and some layout improvements to the notification panel.

Regardless, the complete changelog has been given below for your reference:

System

‌Stable MIUI based on Android 12
‌Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security.

More features and improvements

‌New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
‌Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
‌Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

According to Xiaomiui, the update is currently limited to Mi Pilot Testers but if all is found to be well with it, it should soon be rolled out widely, likely within a couple of weeks. But if you can’t wait, then you can download the build manually through this link.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite was launched in March 2021 and booted into Android 11-based MIUI 12 out of the box. MIUI 13 marks its second MIUI upgrade and first Android version upgrade, and the phone should be eligible for at least another Android upgrade.

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The MIUI 13 update has undoubtedly been quite controversial, mostly due to the fact that it has presented barely anything to global users other than new wallpapers. Still, a quicker-than-last-year rollout has helped compensate for that a bit, with Android 12 now reaching a few budget devices as well. But as Xiaomiui reports, the company may have got another screw-up in its hands.

1. MIUI 13 (based on Android 12) bricks phones, thats true lol (Xiaomiui team bricked Mi11,Mi11U,Mi11Lite5G etc. thx to MIUI13 update and we paid EDL Auths for unbricking)

2. MIUI India Stable corrupts persist partition, thats why camera dies.

(Mi 11 Ultra, dies from MIUI13) pic.twitter.com/fKGoo441OM

— xiaomiui | Xiaomi & MIUI News (@xiaomiui) March 13, 2022

Bricked devices as a result of new MIUI updates isn’t exactly something new for Xiaomi. Initial ‘stable beta’ Android 12 rollouts had late last year rendered some Mi 11 Ultra and Mi 11 units useless. As if that wasn’t enough, MIUI 13 now looks to be having a similar effect on not just the aforementioned devices but also the Mi 11 Lite 5G (via Notebookcheck).

So far, it appears that the issue is limited to pilot testers only. Xiaomi does notify beta testers of associated risks so it would be unfair to blow up at it. But Xiaomiui says that the Mi 11 Ultra had to actually be opened up for recovery from the bricked state, which is quite a mess.

Xiaomi is also yet to acknowledge the issue. In such a case, it is advisable for pilot testers to not flash the latest update on Mi 11 series devices and wait for the next one instead. Stable users are advised to not manually flash any experimental builds for the time being.

The technical cause is currently unknown but the problem does seem to strike upon installing the OTA through the Updater app.

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Xiaomi has been delivering MIUI 13 update for eligible devices since January. The latest smartphones to receive the fresh version of the company’s mobile software are POCO F3 GT and Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G. The former is a gaming handset, while the latter is a lifestyle phone.

The POCO F3 GT and Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G are sold in India as rebranded Redmi K40 Gaming Edition and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. The original versions got access to the MIUI 13 update a while back.

Apart from bringing new MIUI features, the latest system update for smartphones also bumps up the Android version to Android 12. This means they are getting their first major MIUI and Android updates together. Additionally, the fresh software update comes with only February 2022 security patches though it’s already mid-March.

POCO F3 GT MIUI 13 Update India

• Android Version: Android 12
• Security Patch: February 2022
• Build Number: V13.0.1.0.SKJINXM

Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G MIUI 13 Update India

• Android Version: Android 12
• Security Patch: February 2022
• Build Number: V13.0.3.0.SKOINXM

The Android 12-based MIUI 13 update for the aforementioned phones in India is being rolled out in batches. In simpler words, the latest software is not available for everyone at the moment but it should reach all users in the coming days.

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MIUI 13 first started rolling out in January this year, and has now already reached most of the eligible premium and mid-range devices. Some newer budget offerings like the Redmi Note 10 Pro have received it too, meaning Xiaomi is keeping an okayish pace. Now, the latest global device to get the update in is the POCO X3 GT, and here’s all you need to know about it.

The POCO X3 GT MIUI 13 update is based on Android 12 and carries version number V13.0.3.0.SKPMIXM. The complete recovery-flashable zip is sized 3.2GB and also includes the February security patch. The full changelog is given below for your reference:

[System]
Stable MIUI based on Android 12
Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security.
[More features and improvements]
New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Do note here that the update is still in its early rollout stages and looks limited to Mi Pilot Testers alone as of now. But if found bug-free, Xiaomi should be pushing it to more units and expanding the release to more regions.

The POCO X3 GT was launched in July 2021 with Android 11 and should therefore be eligible for at least another upgrade after Android 12.

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Two more smartphones have started receiving the MIUI 13 update. These devices are POCO F3 and Redmi K30 4G. The former is the international version of Redmi K40, which had already received this update earlier. On the other hand, the latter is the 4G variant of Redmi K30 in China, which also goes by the name of POCO X2 in India.

The MIUI 13 update for the POCO F3 is currently only live for the EEA version of the handset. It arrives with build number V13.0.3.0.SKHEUXM. Whereas, the same update for the Redmi K30 4G comes with build number V13.0.1.0.SGHCNXM.

The latest software update for the phones also bumps up the Android version to Android 12. Further, like most OTA system updates, the aforementioned software builds are also being pushed in batches.

In simpler words, the update is only available for a select few users at the moment. But it will be made available for everyone in the coming days. At the same time, we also expect other regional variants of the smartphone to bag the update.

In case you use any of these two handsets and have got the update, then do share your experience in the comment section below. In this way, users who haven’t received the update can get an idea of whether they should install the update or not.

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Xiaomi has just started rolling out a new MIUI update for some of its older smartphones. This includes the Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition, which is now receiving the stable build of MIUI 13 custom skin.

Looking at the new update, the Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition has received a software update that has a notable size of 4.3GB. For those unaware, MIUI 13 brings various improvements over the previous iterations, with upgrades in terms of stability and privacy protection. The privacy aspects includes face verification protection, privacy watermarking, and more. It even brings new fonts for the device, along with new widgets and wallpapers as well.

Furthermore, the Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition wasn’t the only model to receive the MIUI 13 update. The Chinese tech giant also announced the second batch of handsets that will be receiving this upgrade, which should be rolled out by the end of this month. The models include Redmi K40 Pro, Redmi K40, Xiaomi MIX 4, Xiaomi 11 Youth Edition, Xiaomi 10S, Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi K40 Game, Redmi K30S Extreme Commemorative Edition, Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, Redmi K30 Pro, Redmi Note 10, and Xiaomi Civi.

As of right now, this update appears to be rolling out in China only. But you can check if you are eligible for the update by going to Settings and looking for the update in the Software Update segment. If you’ve not received the update, the brand is likely rolling it out in a staggered manner, so you should get it within the coming weeks.

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The MIUI 13 update for eligible devices has been rolling out since January. The latest handsets to receive the fresh software are the international variants of Mi 11 Ultra and POCO X3 GT. The original Chinese version of the former phone was one of the first to get access, while the original model of the latter smartphone got the update only recently.

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra sold outside mainland China is the same as the one sold in the company’s home country. The MIUI 13 update is currently live for two international versions of the handset, namely EEA and Global. The new system update for these models arrives with build numbers 13.0.5.0.SKAEUXM and V13.0.2.0.SKAMIXM respectively.

On the other hand, the POCO X3 GT is nothing but a rebranded Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G. The MIUI 13 update for it is only available for the variant sold in Indonesia. The software update bears build number V13.0.1.0.SKPIDXM.

Apart from bringing new MIUI features, the latest OTA system update for the aforementioned smartphones also comes with Android 12. Hence, they are getting their first major MIUI and Android updates together.

With that being said, as usual, Xiaomi is seeding out the update in batches. Therefore, it will take some time to reach every user. We also expect the company to extend the availability of the update to more regional variants in the coming days.

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After upgrading its 2021 premium smartphones to the Android 12-based MIUI 13 update in China, Xiaomi is now providing a similar treatment to the mid-rangers from last year. The latest such device to get the fresh software update is Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G.

Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 13 update for the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G in China. The new system update for the handset arrives with build number V13.0.3.0.SKPCNXM. Apart from bringing new MIUI features, it also bumps up the Android version to Android 12.

Like any OTA (Over-The-Air) software update, this one is also being seeded out in batches. This means only a select few users are receiving the fresh software right now. The availability of the update will be extended if the early adopters don’t face any major issues.

Further, the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G is also sold as POCO X3 GT in international markets. The rebranded smartphone should also start receiving the update in the coming days.

Redmi, the sub-brand of Xiaomi, launched the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G in China in late May 2021. The handset debuted with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11. It was updated to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in October.

Since MIUI 13 and Android 12 are its first major MIUI and Android updates, the phone will likely receive at least one more major MIUI as well as Android updates in the future.

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Xiaomi has started seeding MIUI 13 based on Android 12 to the Mi 11X Pro in India. It is currently limited to Mi Pilot Testers but should be rolled out widely once found bug-free.

The Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro was launched in April 2021 as a flagship-killer of sorts, coming with near top-of-the-line specs. Performance appears to be its main focus, and as such, it features the Snapdragon 888 chip, which was last year’s top performer in the Android camp.

The device first booted into Android 11, meaning it should be eligible for two Android upgrades. One of these has been delivered with firmware 13.0.1.0.SKKINXM, now rolling out in India (via Xiaomiui). Its complete official changelog has been given below.

System

• ‌Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• ‌Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security.

More features and improvements

• ‌New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• ‌Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• ‌Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Do keep in mind that the update is currently a Mi Pilot Tester-exclusive, so you’ll not be getting it as of now unless you’re part of the testing program. Still, it should be rolled out widely soon enough since pilot builds are a prelude to stable releases.

Alternatively, you can try a manual flash of the build if you’re bold enough after downloading it through this link.

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Xiaomi has been seeding MIUI 13 update for eligible devices since January. The latest smartphone to get the fresh version of the company’s mobile software is Redmi K40 Gaming Edition. The update arrives for this handset less than a month from the launch of its successor – Redmi K50G aka Redmi K50 Gaming Edition.

The MIUI 13 update for Redmi K40 Gaming Edition is based on Android 12. Like any other OTA system update, this one is also being seeded in batches.

In other words, it is only available for a select few users. The build should reach more users in the coming days if there are no major bugs.

The latest software update for the phone carries build number V13.0.3.0.SKJCNXM. Apart from bringing new features, it also comes with January 2022 security patches.

For those unaware, the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition is a China-exclusive device. However, it is sold under the name of POCO F3 GT in India. Since both are basically the same smartphone and run identical firmware with regional differences, it should also receive a similar treatment very soon.

That being said, MIUI 13 and Android 12 are the first major MIUI and Android updates for the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition. Going by Xiaomi’s track record, the handset will likely get one more Android update and two additional MIUI updates.

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The POCO X3 Pro is one of POCO’s top-selling models and saying it lies in the same league as the legendary POCO F1 in terms of popularity wouldn’t be a stretch. Both devices are highly performance-oriented, and as such brought flagship processors to ridiculously low price points. But while the POCO F1 has hit the end of the road with software support, the X3 Pro is still going strong and has now bagged MIUI 13.

The update carries version number 13.0.3.0.SJUMIXM and the ‘global’ tag, meaning it’s being rolled out to multiple regions. Sized 3.1GB, it also brings along Android 12 and the February security patch (via Xiaomiui).

The changelog doesn’t mention much apart from the Android and security patch version, with the only highlighted feature addition being the ability to open apps as floating windows directly from the sidebar. This is paired with some optimizations for a couple of security apps:

System

• ‌Stable MIUI based on Android 12
• ‌Updated Android Security Patch to February 2022. Increased system security

More features and improvements

• ‌New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar
• ‌Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather
• ‌Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

Do note here that the MIUI 13 update for the POCO X3 Pro is still in its early stages of rollout and appears limited to Mi Pilot testers for now. If found free from bugs, it will be released widely. You can still give it a try after downloading it from here, though.

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Xiaomi has been rolling out MIUI 13 update for eligible devices ever since it announced the latest iteration of its mobile software. The company has now started delivering the stable release to four of its flagship smartphones from 2020. These handsets are Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10, Redmi K30 Pro, and Redmi K30S Ultra.

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has begun to roll out MIUI 13 stable update for the following smartphones in its home country China. Apart from bringing the fresh version of MIUI, the new system update for these phones also arrives with Android 12.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro

• Codename: cmi
• MIUI 13 Stable: V13.0.2.0.SJACNXM
• Region: China

Xiaomi Mi 10

• Codename: umi
• MIUI 13 Stable: V13.0.3.0.SJBCNXM
• Region: China

Redmi K30 Pro

• Codename: lmi
• MIUI 13 Stable: V13.0.1.0.SJKCNXM
• Region: China

Redmi K30S Ultra

• Codename: apollo
• MIUI 13 Stable: V13.0.1.0.SJDCNXM
• Region: China

The aforementioned software builds are being pushed in batches. Hence, they will take some time to reach every unit. Also, we expect Xiaomi to extend the availability of this update to other regional variants of these handsets in the coming days.

For the unaware, the Mi 10 and the Mi 10 Pro are known by their original names outside mainland China. Whereas, the Redmi K30 Pro goes by the name of POCO F2 Pro. Finally, there’s not an international version of the Redmi K30S Ultra.

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The Xiaomi 11T Pro is one of the more premium offerings from Xiaomi with its Snapdragon 888 flagship chipset and 108MP Samsung HM2 flagship sensor. However, Xiaomi had already pushed out the Android 12 updates to its more budget offerings first like the Redmi 10, Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro while the Xiaomi 11T Pro had not yet received any news of its Android 12 update. 

Well, the good news is that from today, Xiaomi is officially pushing out the Android 12 based stable MIUI 13 update to Xiaomi 11T Pro users worldwide!

Since the Xiaomi 11T Pro has just received the Android 12-based MIUI 13 update, here are the new features and system optimisations Xiaomi made that you need to know.

For new features, there are 3 things to note:

1. Xiaomi has added a new widget ecosystem with app support.
2. A new super wallpapers lineup is added to MIUI 13 called “Crystallization”.
3. Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar.

For system optimisations, there are 3 things to note as well:

1. Improved overall system stability in MIUI 13.
2. Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather system apps.
3. MIUI Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now.

The changelog is quite short. However, Xiaomi does indeed provide more features for its MIUI over time and considering that MIUI 13 is still in its toddler stages, more features and optimisations can be added over the year 2022.

The Xiaomi 11T Pro was originally launched globally 5 months ago on September 15, 2021. The device came preinstalled with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11. During the launch, Xiaomi brought great news for Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro buyers that their phones would be guaranteed for 3 major Android OS updates and 4 years of security updates. To elaborate, the Xiaomi 11T Pro will not only receive the Android 12 update, but also the Android 13 and Android 14 update as well in the upcoming years.

This was a first from Xiaomi to guarantee long term software updates for their flagships and it also benefits the environment as well, since users won’t be as eager to upgrade their phones if their phones still run on perfectly capable hardware running on supported software by the phone manufacturer.

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Recently, Xiaomi started rolling out the Android 12-based MIUI 13 update for the Mi 11 and the Mi 11 Lite 5G in international markets. Now, the same software is now live for Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE as well. However, unlike the former phones, the update for the latter handset is only available for Mi Pilot testers as of now.

According to Xiaomiui, Xiaomi has begun to seed MIUI 13 update for the EEA variant of the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. The latest software build for the smartphone is based on Android 12. Above all, it is limited to Mi Pilot Testers.

In simpler words, the new system update for the device is only available for a select few users who are part of the public beta testing program, which Xiaomi officially calls Mi Pilot Testing.

The same build will be soon rolled out to random regular users in the coming days as part of the ‘Stable Beta’ (batched) release. If these users don’t find any major issues, the build will see a wider rollout as part of the ‘Stable’ release.

In a nutshell, we can expect every user of Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE to be on the latest version of MIUI and Android within a month if everything goes fine. The update should be also live for other regional variants of the phone apart from EEA.

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Back in early January, Xiaomi started rolling out MIUI 13 stable update based on Android 12 for Mi 11 and Mi 11 Lite 5G in China. A little over a month later, the company has now begun to seed the update in international markets.

The Android 12-based MIUI 13 stable update is finally live for the Mi 11 and the Mi 11 Lite 5G sold outside China. But unfortunately, the latest software from Xiaomi is only available for a single variant of these devices so far,

The update is currently limited to the ‘EEA’ variant of Mi 11 and ‘Global’ variant of Mi 11 Lite 5G. We expect other regional models to get it in the coming days.

• Xiaomi Mi 11

  • Codename: Venus
  • Region: EEA
  • MIUI: MIUI 13
  • Android: Android 12
  • Build Number: V13.0.1.0.SKBEUXM

• Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G

  • Codename: Renoir
  • Region: Global
  • MIUI: MIUI 13
  • Android: Android 12
  • Build Number: V13.0.2.0.SKIMIXM

Since the above-mentioned software builds have been released only now, they are in the ‘Stable Beta’ phase. In simpler words, they are only available for a select few users as part of the batched rollout. But every user should get access to the update in the near future.

If you happen to have received the update on your unit, then do let us know your experience in the comment section below. This way users who haven’t got the update can get a basic idea of what they can expect.

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Xiaomi CIVI is currently the only lifestyle smartphone from the company. It is sold exclusively in China. The premium mid-ranger has now started receiving the MIUI 13 update. The latest system update for the handset also brings Android 12.

Xiaomi unveiled MIUI 13 at the Xiaomi 12 series launch event at the end of December. Since then, the firm has been updating the eligible smartphones and tablets to the new version of its mobile operating system.

The new software is being finally rolled out to Xiaomi CIVI with build number V13.0.2.0.SKVCNXM. Apart from bringing new MIUI features, the latest system update for the phone also come with Android 12.

Like any other OTA software update, this one is also being seeded out in batches. In simpler words, some users may get the update earlier, while others may have to wait longer. Anyway, everyone should get access to the software in the coming days.

The Xiaomi CIVI debuted with MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 in late September. The device was updated to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition in November. Three months from that, it has begun to receive its first major system update in the form of Android 12-based MIUI 13.

Usually, Xiaomi provides two Android updates and three MIUI updates for mid-range and flagship smartphones. Therefore, CIVI will likely receive another Android update and two more MIUI updates in the future.

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The Redmi Note 10 was launched early last year, targeted at those looking for some great specs without blowing a hole in their wallet. It first booted into Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 out of the box and has stayed on it ever since — until now.

Yesterday, the global variant of the Redmi Note 10 received the much-awaited MIUI 13 update based on Android 12. It is joined today by its Indian variant that got updated to the same as well (via Xiaomiui).

The update currently rolling out in India carries firmware version V13.0.0.6.SKGINXM and its changelog is rather short. Sized 2.6GB, the build’s release notes only mention improved system performance, security, and stability, although some of the MIUI 13 goodies like new wallpapers can be expected too.

Said MIUI 13 update for the Redmi Note 10 is currently under its early rollout stages so it may take a while to reach your device. Only those registered for the Mi Pilot testers program seem to be getting it at the moment, but once declared bug-free, it should be released for all.

Still, you can perform a manual check for the latest available firmware by heading over to Settings > About phone > MIUI version and tapping the “Check for updates” button.

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The Xiaomi Pad 5 is part of Xiaomi’s flagship series and is a more affordable version of its Pro version. It was launched in August 2021 with Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 and bagged MIUI 13 in China earlier this year. Fast forward to today, and the MIUI 13 update is now rolling out to the global version as well.

The update carrying firmware version V13.0.1.0.RKXMIXM has a simple changelog (via Xiaomiui) that talks about improved system performance, stability, and security. Still, one can expect all of the goodies that MIUI 13 Global brings including UX-improving features and a multitude of new wallpapers (yep, that’s about it).

Xiaomi Pad 5 MIUI 13.0.1.0.RKXMIXM Global Stable update changelog:
Optimized system performance
Improved system security and stability

The MIUI 13 OTA update for the Xiaomi Pad 5 is sized about 495MB and can be downloaded through this official link. But if you wish to download the complete package, then you can do it through this recovery ROM link. Manual installation is unnecessary, though, considering the build should be rolled out widely quite soon — if it hasn’t already.

Do keep in mind that the update is still based on Android 11 and it isn’t clear when Xiaomi plans to roll out Android 12 for the tablet.

Xiaomi had earlier announced MIUI 13 Pad with a number of optimizations designed to make Android and some of its apps look better on a larger screen. It isn’t clear if these features have made it to the global version of the tablet, but we should be seeing that soon enough.

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The POCO F3 GT was released in July 2021 with Android 11 and was treated to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced late last year. The gaming phone went unmentioned on Xiaomi’s official MIUI 13 rollout plans for India but has now surprisingly bagged the update, bumping up its Android version for the very first time.

The update carries version V13.0.0.10.SKJINXM and is based on Android 12. Its size stands at 3.2GB and can be installed through recovery. The build awaits a wider rollout since it’s a Mi Pilot release targeted at those that are part of the pilot testing program alone. But if all goes well, it should be making its way to all users in the coming days.

An official changelog is unavailable at the time but yesterday’s MIUI 13 Indian launch event had given us a glimpse into what to expect. There aren’t too many changes over MIUI 12.5 really, although Xiaomi does claim that performance has been boosted significantly, thanks to four new elements aimed at improving user experience and reducing power consumption.

These are Optimized File Storage System, RAM Optimization, Processor Priority Optimization, and Smart Balance, descriptions of which can be found here.

Apart from this, the MIUI 13 update for the POCO F3 GT will be bringing in some new wallpapers, both static and live. Although, live wallpapers aren’t guaranteed to show up since Xiaomi says that they’re limited to select devices.

To download the V13.0.0.10.SKJINXM build for POCO F3 GT, head over to this official link (via Xiaomiui). Keep in mind that it may fail to install since it’s targeted at pilot testers.

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MIUI 13 has finally arrived in India. And with monthly active users crossing 500 million globally, it is not unsafe to say that a large part of those are Indians excitedly awaiting its launch since its Chinese advent in December 2021. This base will perhaps be disappointed to know that the update focuses on performance once more, giving a miss to UI-related changes for the second time in a row.

The latest version of MIUI revolves around four elements, aimed at improving user experience and reducing power consumption. The list is topped by Optimized File Storage System which has been claimed to keep read/write speeds tip-top even after 36 months of usage. Xiaomi says that other Android skins don’t focus on defragmentation the way MIUI does, resulting in them losing up to 50% of the R/W speeds in 3 years.

Next up is RAM Optimization which has been claimed to boost background process efficiency by 40%, allowing more apps to be run at once and helping achieve a better multitasking experience. It is joined by Processor Priority Optimization that employs automated CPU/GPU allocation to help the OS prioritize foreground apps.

Lastly, there’s the promise of up to 10% improved battery life thanks to Smart Balance.

Apart from this, for the visual elements, Xiaomi has partnered with Beauty of Science to bring a bunch of cool, new live wallpapers, inspired by the crystallization of various substances. Do note that just like Super Wallpapers from MIUI 12, these will not be available across all devices. Still, lower-end devices can enjoy a brand new collection of static wallpapers that look like a breath of fresh air.

Upgraded widgets support, which was one of the main highlights of MIUI 13 China, looks to have been skipped for now but you do get a new Sidebar feature. This allows access to your favorite apps with just a swipe. A great use-case for this would be pulling up the Notes app as a small window over the current app for some quick jotting.

MIUI 13 in India will commence rollouts starting with flagships and recent launches. The first wave will get it from Q1 2022, as depicted above.

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Xiaomi released the Android 12 based MIUI 13 back in December for the Chinese market. The company recently teased the upcoming launch of the MIUI 13 global version and Now, Xiaomi India has announced that the MIUI 13 Indian variant will also arrive soon in the sub-continent.

It's 13 o'clock! Guess what's coming? pic.twitter.com/c7BE53JDnI

— Xiaomi India | #Xiaomi11TPro (@XiaomiIndia) February 1, 2022

Although no specific date has been hinted at by the company, the Android 12 based OS is expected to launch on February 9th. Yesterday, Redmi India confirmed that the upcoming Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11S will launch on February 9th. The brand will also introduce the Redmi Smart TV X43 and the Redmi Smart Band Pro at this launch event.

MIUI 13 Features

The MIUI 13 brings Liquid Storage which reduces fragmentation and actively manages stored data along with improving defragmentation efficiency by up to 60 percent. There’s also Atomized Memory that brings RAM efficiency.

It also has Focused Algorithms for dynamically allocating system resources based on usage scenarios which help make the interface fluid and responsive. It also prioritizes active apps, allowing the CPU to focus on important tasks.

There’s also a Smart Balance feature to automatically find the balance between performance and power consumption. It is also claimed to extend the battery life by up to 10 percent.

Visually, the MIUI 13 comes with the Material You theme engine, which changes the color theme of apps to match the colors of your current wallpaper; however, the functionality is currently only working for Google apps. Another visual change is the new control center which looks a lot like the control center of an iPhone.

The February 9th launch date of the MIUI 13 Indian version is still unconfirmed and therefore we will be keeping an eye out for any notable developments, so stay tuned.

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Xiaomi is known for providing two Android updates and three MIUI updates for the majority of its smartphones. However, most phones powered by MediaTek usually only get fewer updates when compared to the Qualcomm models. Thankfully, that’s not the case for three popular MediaTek-powered Xiaomi handsets from 2020.

According to Xiaomiui, Redmi 9, Redmi Note 9, and POCO M2 will not only receive MIUI 13 but  Android 12 as well. The trio has already got an internal update based on the latest version of Android.

Most of the time, Xiaomi limits the budget MediaTek smartphones to a single or no Android update. However, the company manages to deliver at least one MIUI update.

The aforementioned phones have already received an Android update in the form of Android 11. Hence, Android 12 will be their second Android update. At the same time, MIUI 13 will also be their second major MIUI update as all three debuted with MIUI 11 and were updated to MIUI 12.

This means the forthcoming Android 12-based MIUI 13 update will likely be the last major software update for Redmi 9, Redmi Note 9, and POCO M2. Finally, it is worth noting that the former two handsets are also known as Redmi 9 Prime and Redmi 10X 4G in India and China respectively.

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Last month, Xiaomi had officially announced its latest custom user interface for the smartphone — MIUI 13. Now, along with the global launch of the Redmi Note 11 series, the company has also announced the MIUI 13 for the global markets.

Xiaomi has also revealed that it plans to roll out the new update for the operating system in the first quarter of this year (i.e. Q1 2022) but it has not yet announced the exact date for the release. However, it has shared the list of smartphones that will get the update.

The MIUI 13 comes with a new MiSans font which is a part of Dynamic Font System 2.0. Similar to the iOS 14, this one too comes with support for dynamic widgets, a feature that the company was testing since August 2021.

It brings Liquid Storage which reduces fragmentation and actively manages stored data along with improving defragmentation efficiency by up to 60 percent. There’s also Atomized Memory that brings RAM efficiency.

It also has Focused Algorithms for dynamically allocating system resources based on usage scenarios which help make the interface fluid and responsive. It also prioritizes active apps, allowing the CPU to focus on important tasks.

There’s also a Smart Balance feature to automatically find the balance between performance and power consumption. It is also claimed to extend the battery life by up to 10 percent. Xiaomi is also focusing more on privacy with the MIUI 13.

Here’s the list of smartphones from Xiaomi that are set to receive the new MIUI 13 update in the first quarter of this year:

• Mi 11 Ultra
• Mi 11
• Mi 11i
• Mi 11 Lite 5G
• Mi 11 Lite
• Xiaomi 11T Pro
• Xiaomi 11T
• Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
• Xiaomi 11 Lite NE
• Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
• Redmi Note 11 Pro
• Redmi Note 11S
• Redmi Note 11
• Redmi Note 10 Pro
• Redmi Note 10
• Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
• Redmi Note 10 JE
• Redmi Note 8 (2021)
• Redmi 10
• Xiaomi Pad 5
• Redmi 10 Prime
• Mi 11X
• Mi 11X Pro

Do note that the company’s flagship smartphones — Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro as well the recently launched global version of the Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, and Note 11 Pro come pre-installed with MIUI 13.

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Bizarrely, there weren’t any new important launches last week. However, there were lots of interesting happenings. We have complied some of these stories in this article. Before we proceed, we would like you to know that the stories selected here are based on our opinion. Since your picks may vary, we would like to know them. Make sure to mention them in the comment section below.

Top Stories From Last Week

Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion

Out of nowhere, Microsoft made a huge announcement on January 18. The company has decided to acquire the struggling game studio Activision Blizzard for a whopping $68.7 billion.

For the unaware, Activision Blizzard is the studio behind some of the popular franchises like Call of Duty, Overwatch, World of Warcraft, Candy Crush, and others. If this deal goes through, it will be the biggest acquisition of both Microsoft and in the gaming industry.

Unsurprisingly, the titles from the studio will be offered on Xbox/PC Game Pass. Having said that, it’s not known how Microsoft is planning to solve Activision Blizard’s sexual harassment and discrimination issues.

Samsung quietly announces Exynos 2200 flagship mobile SoC

Samsung was supposed to unveil its new generation of premium mobile SoC called Exynos 2200 on January 11. However, that didn’t happen. But anyway, the company did announce the chipset quietly on January 18.

Interestingly, the press release does not properly mention the specifications of the latest chipset. The only takeaway is that the chip features an AMD RDNA 2 GPU called Xclipse with support for ray tracing and variable rate shading.

The company is yet to officially disclose the SoC’s improvements in performance over its predecessor.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event announced for the next Galaxy S

Samsung has officially confirmed to hold the Galaxy Unpacked 2022 even in February. The company has also revealed that it will be debuting the ‘most noteworthy S’ devices ever created.

Though the company has not disclosed, we all know that it will be unveiling the Galaxy S22 lineup. The Galaxy S22 Ultra is expected to merge the Galaxy Note series with the Galaxy S via the introduction of a built-in S Pen. The firm is also anticipated to announce the Galaxy Tab S8 series.

According to an official Instagram ad by Samsung, the event is scheduled for February 9 at 10 AM EST.

MediaTek demos WiFi 7 technology

On January 19, MediaTek made an announcement on the world’s first live demo of WiFi 7 technology. The Taiwanese chipmaker showcased the tech to key customers and industry collaborators.

WiFi 7 will be able to use 320MHz channels, and therefore, it will offer 2.4 times more speed than WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E. MediaTek will offer the tech via its new range of Filogic chips.

Consumer products with WiFi 7 will hit the markets in 2023.

OPPO envisions a future with battery-less IoT devices

Not very long ago, Samsung announced a new version of its eco-friendly SolarCell TV remote control with support for radio wave charging at CES 2022. Last week, OPPO published a research paper on this very same technology with a broader vision.

OPPO says that we can use radio frequency (RF) wave charging technology to create a system of IoT products without batteries. The paper says that the company has successfully built the so-called ‘Zero Power Consumption Communication’ system.

Since Samsung already has a consumer product based on this tech, we think that OPPO’s vision could come true in the near future.

Google Pixel Notepad could be the company’s first foldable smartphone

A report revealed that Google’s first foldable smartphone will be called ‘Pixel Notebook’. That’s not all, this device is also said to cost cheaper than the Galaxy Z Fold3, which is priced at $1,799. Unfortunately, we still don’t have a launch timeline.

According to previous reports, the device may look like an OPPO Fold. It is expected to arrive with Google Tensor (GS101) chipset, up to 12GB RAM/512GB storage, and an outdated main camera.

OnePlus ends software support for OnePlus 6, 6T

The then-popular OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T will no longer receive system updates as the brand has officially ended software support for them. The duo was released in 2018 and they currently run OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11.

The OnePlus 6 debuted with Android 8.1 Oreo, and therefore, it has received a total of three Android updates. On the other hand, as the OnePlus 6T hit the markets with Android 9.0 Pie, it has only got two Android updates.

Anyway, users can install Android 12 and upcoming Android releases if they are into custom ROMs.

Upcoming Qualcomm flagship mobile SoC could debut on a Motorola phone

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (SM8450) by Qualcomm is the chipmaker’s current latest flagship mobile SoC. This chipset is manufactured by Samsung and it has performance issues due to throttling.

Hence, Qualcomm is said to release a new version (SM8475) of this silicon manufactured by TSMC. According to a well-known tipster, the new one will also debut on a Motorola smartphone, just like the current chip.

MIUI gets a taste of Material You

MIUI 13 does not offer the dynamic theming system called Monet that’s found in Android 12. But last week, the latest MIUI beta build added support for it.

But unfortunately, it appears to be in the development stage. Because it only works with Google applications and not the first-party MIUI apps. Hopefully, Xiaomi implements it well in future beta releases.

Realme ships over 40 million units of number series smartphones

Realme entered the smartphone market with its number series. Ahead of Realme 9i’s launch in India, the brand officially revealed that it had shipped over 40 million units of Realme numbers series smartphones to date.

The Realme number series includes multiple models like vanilla, Pro, i, s, and 5G. Currently, it is in the 9th generation.

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Xiaomi will be holding its first global launch event of 2022 on January 26. The company will be not only introducing the Redmi Note 11 series but also MIUI 13 for international markets. Ahead of that, the firm has already started pushing the latest version of its mobile operating system to some of its handsets.

Recently, we reported that Xiaomi had compiled the first Android 12-based MIUI 13 builds for the Redmi Note 10 series. Just a few days from that, the company has begun to seed these software builds for ‘Pilot Testers’. Even the Mi 11 Lite is receiving a similar treatment.

Below-listed are the MIUI builds that are currently available for testers.

Redmi Note 10

• Codename: Mojito
• MIUI 13: V13.0.3.0.SKGMIXM
• Android: Android 12
• Region: Global
• Channel: Mi Pilot

Redmi Note Pro

• Codename: Sweet
• MIUI 13: V13.0.2.0.SKFMIXM
• Android: Android 12
• Region: Global
• Channel: Mi Pilot

Mi 11 Lite

• Codename: Courbet
• MIUI 13: V13.0.2.0.SKQMIXM
• Android: Android 12
• Region: Global
• Channel: Mi Pilot

The aforementioned releases will be reviewed by Mi Pilot Testers. If they don’t find major issues, the same builds will make their way to ‘Stable Beta’ channel, followed by ‘Stable’ in the coming days. We can expect the final stable rollout to kickstart as soon as next month.

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