Right after the presentation of the new Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro smartphone, the company jumped straight into introducing a new version of its system – MIUI 11. This is Xiaomi’s absolute biggest system update yet. It brings many new features and improvements that we’ll look at in this article.
Release dates
Before we introduce all the features, let’s focus on the release date, which is probably what interests you the most. Xiaomi will release the beta version of the new MIUI 11 already on 27 September / September for 17 different devices. The stable version of the system will be available in mid-October / October, but this is the release date of the Chinese ROM.
Release dates apply to the China version of MIUI 11; the company hasn’t informed yet about the availability of the global version.
MIUI 11 Beta (Chinese version) – 27 September / September
Xiaomi smartphones: Xiaomi Mi 5C, Xiaomi Mi MAX 2, Xiaomi Mi Note 2, Xiaomi Mi MIX, Xiaomi Mi 5s, Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus, Xiaomi Mi 5X, Xiaomi Mi Play, Xiaomi Mi Note 3, Xiaomi Mi 6X, Xiaomi Mi 6, Xiaomi Mi MIX 2, Xiaomi Mi 8 SE, Xiaomi Mi MAX 3, Xiaomi Mi CC 9, Xiaomi Mi CC 9e, Xiaomi Mi CC 9 Meitu Custom Version, Xiaomi Mi 8, Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro, Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 , Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition, Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S, Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, Xiaomi Mi 9. Xiaomi Mi 9T, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro
Redmi smartphones: Redmi Note 4X, Redmi 4X, Redmi Note 5A, Redmi 5A, Redmi 5, Redmi 5 Plus, Redmi 6A, Redmi 6, Redmi Note 5, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi Note 8 Pro
Mid-October / October
Xiaomi smartphones: Mi 9, Mi 9 Transparent, Mi 9 SE, Mi MIX 3, Mi MIX 2S, Mi 8, Mi 8 Youth, Mi 8 Explorer’s Edition, Mi 8 (in-display fingeprint), Mi 8 SE, Mi MAX 3
Redmi smartphones: Redmi K20 Pro, Redmi K20 Pro Premium Edition, Redmi K20, Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi 7
End of October / October
Xiaomi smartphones: Mi 9 Pro 5G version, Mi CC 9 (Mi 9 Lite), Mi CC 9 Meitu Custom Version, Mi CC 9e, Mi MIX 2, Mi Note3, Mi 6, Mi 6X
Redmi smartphones: Redmi 7A, Redmi 6 Pro, Redmi Note 5, Redmi 6A, Redmi 6, Redmi S2
Beginning of November / listopadu
Xiaomi smartphones: Mi MIX, Mi 5s, Mi 5s plus, Mi 5X, Mi 5C, Mi Note2, Mi PLAY, Mi Max 2
Redmi smartphones: Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi 5 Plus, Redmi 5, Red Rice Phone 5A, Redmi Phone 4X, Redmi Note 5A Standard Edition, Redmi 5A High Edition
Cleaner and more modern design
In terms of design, MIUI 11 hasn’t changed very much. It only went through minor design changes that bring an even cleaner and simpler look. The elements now have a much more modern appearance, white dominates, there’s bold typography, and simple colors. That’s how MIUI 11 sticks to the latest design trends.
The dark mode also follows the same trend, and it’s not missing in MIUI 11. In addition to the settings, many built-in apps also switch to dark mode, such as the calendar, contacts, calculator, notes, and more.
From the design side, MIUI 11 comes with a new font, which Xiaomi calls „Mi Lan Pro“. For the average user, the new font design may mean nothing, but in the design industry the manufacturer earned an award for the new typeface: the reddot award 2019.
Expanded ambient display features
MIUI 11 brings updates even to the ambient display. From now on, users will be able to customize their screen much more. You can even set your own message, which will be shown on the display. Dynamic animations when turning the screen on are also new. It’s not a groundbreaking upgrade, but it looks absolutely stunning.
New dynamic sounds
In its latest MIUI update, the manufacturer has also updated all alarm sounds and notification sounds to be dynamic. That means the sounds can change depending on variables like location and time. Again, it’s not a particularly significant feature, but it will definitely catch your attention.
Mi Work: New apps to boost productivity
In MIUI 11 you’ll find a set of new productivity tools that the manufacturer calls Mi Work Productivity Suite. The package includes four completely new applications designed to make business work easier.
Mi Share – fast data transfer
The Mi Share app lets devices with the new MIUI version quickly transfer files between Xiaomi laptops and smartphones, but also with Oppo and Vivo devices. The app has a very simple user interface.
Files transfer at speeds up to 82 MB/s. Of course everything works wirelessly, no cables are needed.
New document manager
Xiaomi, in cooperation with WPS Office developers, brings its own document manager. The app can open and edit various standard document formats, such as Word files, presentations, and PDF. That way, you won’t need to install any third-party apps.
Screenshare feature
A completely new tool is the ability to “mirror” your smartphone screen directly to an external device. Screenshare works very much like Google’s well-known Chromecast. However, in MIUI 11 you can wirelessly cast your display to projectors, smart TVs, and other display devices.
The new content mirroring app includes a lot of presentation tools that simulate physical devices. For example, you can use your finger as a laser pointer and make notes directly from your phone. The app also intelligently protects your privacy, meaning that when mirroring content it won’t show incoming notifications like messages or calls.
Wireless printing
The last app in the Mi Work package is the wireless printing app. It supports 25 printer brands and up to 2000 models.
Mi Go Travel – travel assistant
Besides the office suite, a new Mi Go Travel set of tools is also available. The first tool is the travel assistant, where users can save all the important information for the upcoming trip, including flight details, hotel bookings, and a weather forecast. The app synchronizes all this information for better overview.
This package includes a new Super Power Saving – battery-saving mode set to the maximum. The manufacturer states that in this mode, the smartphone can last for the entire day with just 5% battery remaining. Unfortunately, we don’t know any further details yet.
All themes completely free
The MIUI overlay lets you change the design of app icons and other elements through the well-known Themes. You can download them from the store, where some themes were free and others were paid. Xiaomi now makes all themes completely free.
The company says that even though they needed additional income, things are going well for them right now and they want to give it back to their fans.
Earthquake warning and SOS
Yes, you read that right. A phone with MIUI 11 can warn you a few seconds in advance of an earthquake. A large contextual pop-up will appear on the display, and it also alerts you with a loud sound. In addition, emergency contacts and an information card for medical assistance are always available too.
The new feature is also SOS. The user sets an emergency contact in advance, and in an emergency, it’s enough to press the power button 5 times. The phone automatically sends a message to the emergency contact.
That’s all from the MIUI 11 news. How do you rate the new version of Xiaomi’s skin? Do you like it?
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