A few months back, Xiaomi hinted at releasing the new MIUI 13.5 update for all devices running on MIUI 12.5 and MIUI 13. This update promised many new features, improved performance, and a better user experience for all Xiaomi phones.
In this article, I’m going to take a closer look at the release date, the coolest features, and which phones can get the MIUI 13.5 update. If you want to learn more about MIUI 13.5, keep reading!
What is the MIUI 13.5 update?
MIUI 13.5 was expected to be a version of Xiaomi smartphones based on Android updates. However, it was eventually released as MIUI 14 in the market and launched very successfully.
While Xiaomi has not officially announced a specific release date for the MIUI 13.5 update, it was expected to be released in the second half of 2023. However, it was already released under a new name, “MIUI 14,” in the market.
MIUI 13.5 Features
- Faster and Smoother: Your phone now runs faster, apps launch quicker, and the battery lasts longer.
- Dark Mode Upgrade: Dark mode is improved for better readability and looks great across all apps.
- Privacy Control: A new privacy dashboard lets you decide which apps can access your info, and there’s added protection for your clipboard.
- Neater Notifications: Notifications from the same app are grouped together for a cleaner look.
- Easy Multitasking: You can now open 3-4 apps in floating windows, making multitasking simpler.
- Updated Interface: The interface has a fresh new look with cool animations.
- Improved Camera: Your photos will look even better with the enhanced camera.
- Stronger Security: Your personal info is now safer and more private with enhanced security features.
MIUI 13.5 Eligible Devices
Xiaomi Phones:
- Xiaomi 13 Series
- Xiaomi 12X
- Xiaomi 12 / Mini / Lite / Pro / Ultra
- Xiaomi 12S / Pro
- Xiaomi 12S Pro Dimensity Edition
- Xiaomi 11T / Pro
- Xiaomi Mi 11 LE / Lite
- Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Mi 11 / Pro / Ultra
- Mi 11X / Pro
- Mi 11i / Hypercharger
- Mi MIX 4
- Mi MIX FOLD
- Xiaomi Civi / 1S
- Mi Note 10 Lite
- Mi 10 / 10i / 10S
- Mi 10 Lite / Pro / Lite Zoom / Ultra
- Mi 10T / Pro / Lite
Redmi Phones:
- Redmi Note 8
- Redmi Note 9S / 9T
- Redmi Note 9 / Pro / Pro Max
- Redmi Note 10S / 10T
- Redmi Note 10 / Lite / Pro / Pro Max
- Redmi Note 11E / Pro
- Redmi Note 11 / Pro / Pro+
- Redmi Note 11T Pro / Pro+
- Redmi Note 11 / 11S / 11SE
- Redmi Note 12 Series
- Redmi K40 / Pro / Pro+ / Gaming
- Redmi K30 / Pro
- Redmi K30S / Ultra
- Redmi K40S
- Redmi K50 / Pro / Gaming
- Redmi K50i / Pro Terminal
- Redmi Pad 5G
- Redmi 9T
- Redmi 9 / Prime / Power
- Redmi 10C / 10A
- Redmi 10X / Pro
- Redmi 10 / Prime / Power
POCO Phones:
- POCO C4
- POCO M2 / M2 Pro
- POCO M3 / M3 Pro
- POCO M4 / M4 Pro
- POCO X3 / X3 NFC / X3 Pro
- POCO X3 GT
- POCO X4 / X4 Pro
- POCO X4 GT / X4 GT Pro
- POCO F3 / F3 GT
- POCO F4 / F4 GT
How to Download MIUI 13.5 Update
- Open the Settings app on your Xiaomi device.
- Go to the “About Phone” section.
- Tap on “MIUI Version” to check for the update availability.
- If the update is available, click “Download” to start downloading it.
- Once the download is complete, tap “Install” to install the update on your phone.
However, Xiaomi completely changed the plan of MIUI 13.5 and released MIUI 14, also skipping MIUI 15. Now all new and old Xiaomi smartphones are receiving the latest HyperOS update instead of MIUI. So if you are waiting for this 13.5 update, then please don’t wait for it, because now it’s no longer available.
