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Xiaomi is removing the feature that allowed users to play YouTube videos in the background without a premium subscription on devices running HyperOS, MIUI 14, MIUI 13, and MIUI 12, affecting models like Xiaomi 14, 13, 13 Pro, and 12T. The decision is attributed to "compliance requirements," hinting at possible involvement by Google. This change means users will need to subscribe to YouTube Premium to enjoy background playback.
Xiaomi has removed the feature that allowed MIUI devices to play YouTube audio with the screen off, citing compliance requirements, likely due to Google's crackdown on services offering YouTube Premium features for free. This affects popular flagship smartphones, and the move is seen as a response to protect Google's paid YouTube Premium service.
The Redmi Note 13 Pro+ boasts a bold new design with a curved AMOLED panel, improved hardware, and features like in-display fingerprint sensor and IP68 water resistance. However, it disappoints with the use of Android 13 out of the box, MIUI software, and lackluster auxiliary cameras. Despite the hardware upgrades, the device doesn't offer good value compared to its predecessors and faces tough competition from other mid-range phones with better software and camera capabilities.
Xiaomi has started rolling out its new software platform, HyperOS, to select devices, with the Xiaomi 13T Pro receiving the update in Europe and the Xiaomi 13 Pro in India and Greece. The update brings new features and improvements, along with the December 2023 security patch, and is expected to be available for more devices and regions in the coming days.
Xiaomi is rolling out its new Android skin, HyperOS, globally, starting with select smartphones and tablets. The update replaces MIUI with HyperOS and will be released in batches. The first devices to receive the update include Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Xiaomi 13 Pro, Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13T Pro, Xiaomi 13T, Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12S, and Xiaomi Pad 6. Updates for these devices will be rolled out in Q1 2024, with more devices to follow throughout the year.
Xiaomi is introducing a new operating system called "HyperOS" that will gradually replace its current Android skin, MIUI, on existing devices. HyperOS is based on the integration of Android and Xiaomi's self-developed Vela system, but it is not a completely new operating system. The company aims to create a full ecological operating system for people, cars, and families. The debut of HyperOS will be with the Xiaomi 14 series, set to launch in China later this year.
Xiaomi is retiring its 13-year-old MIUI operating system and replacing it with a new Android-based operating system called HyperOS. The new OS is designed to integrate Xiaomi's ecosystem of products beyond smartphones, including smart home devices and cars. HyperOS will debut on the upcoming Xiaomi 14 series and gradually replace MIUI. Further details about the new software and its features are yet to be revealed.
Xiaomi is rolling out stable builds of the latest MIUI version based on Android 14 to its premium smartphones, including the Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro, and 12T, beating many other Android phones to the update. While the update is stable, Xiaomi is still working on refining it, so there may be some bugs or software quirks. This is a significant development for Xiaomi users, as they will be among the first to experience the new features and improvements of Android 14.
Xiaomi is reportedly preparing to launch its first smartwatch running Wear OS, called the "Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro." The device is said to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon W5+ chip, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, a 1.43-inch display, stainless steel and Gorilla Glass build, 5ATM water resistance, a rotating crown, optional LTE, and a 500 mAh battery. The design of the watch resembles Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, and it is rumored to come with a MIUI skin on top of Wear OS. The Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is expected to launch alongside the Xiaomi 13T in Europe for €349, with no US release planned.