Xiaomi is expanding the functionality of its 18 Pro series smartphones by announcing enhanced back screen app compatibility for its international markets. This development brings popular applications like Google Maps, Spotify, YouTube Music, Trip.com, and Gemini to the device’s unique secondary display.
Enhanced Back Screen Capabilities
The 18 Pro series is set to receive generative AI features that allow users to create custom back screen apps tailored to their specific needs. According to demonstration videos shared by Xiaomi’s Vice President and Group CMO, Xu Fei, users can generate apps for tasks such as learning vocabulary or setting hydration reminders directly on the back screen.
This move signifies Xiaomi’s commitment to leveraging its innovative dual-screen technology, offering users more interactive and personalized experiences without needing to wake the main display.
Global Launch and Features
The Xiaomi 18 Pro series, which officially debuted in China on September 23rd, is a flagship offering powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 mobile platform. The camera system boasts a dual 200MP setup, featuring a main wide-angle lens and a telephoto lens, both utilizing large sensors for exceptional detail and low-light performance. The device also sports the AI-powered ‘Ever-changing Back Screen,’ adding to its distinctive design.
Pricing for the series starts at 5,999 yuan in China.
International Demand High
Lu Weibing, a key figure at Xiaomi, previously indicated the strong international interest in the 18 Pro series. He noted in a September 26th statement that foreign media and consumers have shown significant enthusiasm, eagerly anticipating the global release. Xiaomi has confirmed that the new series will be available in international markets before the end of the current year.
The integration of popular third-party apps and the introduction of AI-driven customizability are expected to further boost the appeal of the Xiaomi 18 Pro series as it rolls out globally.
