At the launch ceremony for the Xiaomi 12 series in China, Xiaomi finally introduced MIUI 13. Despite the fact that it seems like a huge upgrade, there are no substantial differences between MIUI 12 and MIUI 13. That is because some modifications have already been made in MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition. Above everything, practically all of the interesting new features will very certainly be limited to China. With that in mind, let's take a closer look at MIUI 13's features.
Unlike earlier generations, Xiaomi's Android smartphones now have three MIUI branches. MIUI 13, MIUI 13 Pad, and MIUI 13 Fold are the names of the new Android skin. The software is now tailored exclusively for smartphones, tablets, and foldables, as the titles imply.
MIUI 13:
MiSans Font
MiSans is a new font that comes with MIUI 13. This is a basic font, according to Xiaomi, that is suited for Chinese and English languages to provide clear visibility and pleasant reading. Dynamic Font System 2.0 includes the MiSans font. The height of hyphens automatically adjusts to uppercase and lowercase characters since it inherits OpenType characteristics. For smartphones running prior versions of MIUI, this minimalistic font is already available for download on the MIUI Themes app in China.
Widgets
Android OEMs have been trying to catch-up with Apple since the launch of widgets with iOS 14, despite the fact that the feature has been present on Google's operating system for years. That's because it's been inert for a long time, with no exciting developments. With MIUI 13, Xiaomi has now joined the new competition for dynamic widgets. Xiaomi has been testing this functionality since August 2021, for those who are unaware.
MIUI 13 has widgets that are identical to those on Vivo's OriginOS Ocean and OPPO's ColorOS 12. In other words, they are unlikely to reach worldwide markets because these widgets are available through well-known Chinese apps. Xiaomi also has widgets for mini-games, countdowns, water reminders, and suggestions of what to eat today, among other things. Although it is hopeless to hold out much hope for new widgets becoming available outside of mainland China, it would be fantastic if the film could get them there.
Beauty of Science Wallpapers
With the release of MIUI Super Wallpapers, MIUI 12 raised the standard for live wallpapers. This time, Beauty of Science has collaborated with MIUI 13 to create a new series of wallpapers. The crystal structure of several minerals is shown in these new wallpapers. The new wallpapers were created using 8K time-lapse photography with the help of polarization microscope. The Beauty of Science Wallpapers, like the MiSans font, are available for download in China.
Customizable Xiao AI Virtual Assistant
In China, users may personalize their own avatar for Xiaomi's Xiao AI virtual assistant. They have a choice of over 50 outfits and accessories. Not only that, but users may also select from a variety of voices and create their own wake words.
Privacy
For privacy, MIUI 13 has been approved by even more authorities than MIUI 12. 'Virtual ID' was a new fascinating feature in the previous generation. MIUI 13, on the other hand, makes adjustments to the face authentication method. Earlier, the system used to scan the face. However, in order to get additional information, the upper body is now included in the scan. Users can also add a watermark on essential papers while scanning them. Users are also protected against spam calls/texts, harmful software, and dangerous file transfers thanks to the system.
Optimizations
Focus Computation, Atomic Memory, and Liquid Storage have all been improved in MIUI 13. On MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition, these three self-developed technologies made their debut. When compared to MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition, Xiaomi says that system application and third-party application fluency has improved by 20-26 percent and 15-52 percent, respectively.
Xiaomi Mix 4 devices can now run up to 14 applications in the background with ease. Finally, after 36 months of use, read-write performance on phones like the Mi 11 Pro drops by just 5%.
Mi Magic Center
Xiaomi's response to Huawei's HarmonyOS Super Device is the new Mi Magic Center. This is where users can manage all of their Xiaomi ecosystem items. By dragging, users may stream screen content or music from one device to another. Unlike Huawei, Xiaomi allows customers to apply stickers to their devices to personalize them and make them simpler to recognize. Mi Magic Center is only compatible with a few devices.
MIUI 13 Pad:
Multitasking
Floating windows are now supported in MIUI 13 Pad. The program windows can also be adjusted to suit your needs. As a result, users may complete numerous jobs at the same time. Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI 13 are now synchronized with each other, much as Apple, Samsung, Huawei, and Honor devices. As a result, customers may pick up where they left off on their smartphone, on their tablet, and viceversa.
Keyboard and Stylus
Default and custom shortcuts are now supported by keyboards. Users, on the other hand, can utilize the approved stylus attachment to start capturing notes and screenshots on any screen.
App Compatibility
Xiaomi set a goal of adapting 2,000 applications for tablets by the end of 2021 when it announced MIUI for Pad in August. Interestingly, using MIUI 13 Pad, the company was able to adapt 3,000 applications.