MIUI 12 update starts rolling out for Mi 10 users in India

Xiaomi’s latest software update, MIUI 12, is now rolling out to Mi 10 users in India. Here is how you can install the new update. Also, check the top features of the new MIUI 12.

MIUI 12 interface (Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has begun rolling out its latest MIUI 12 update for Mi 10 users in India. The company said that the v12.0.2.0 will be available in a phased manner to Mi 10 users.

To download the latest update, Mi 10 users need to go to Settings of their phone. Tap on About Phone. Then, go to System Updates. If the update is available for your phone, just follow the on-screen instructions to install. Make sure you're downloading the update over Wi-Fi to avoid burning out mobile data. Also, keep a back up of the content before downloading the update.

In case you did not know, MIUI 12 is the latest iteration of Xiaomi's custom ROM. The update brings a slew of new features, improvements, and bug fixes for Xiaomi users. Apart from Mi 10, Xiaomi has confirmed Redmi Note 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 7, and Redmi Note 7 Pro will also be receiving the new update this month.

The MIUI 12 update brings a new interface for Xiaomi users. For instance, it comes with a new App Drawer that automatically sorts applications by their categories. The update also brings system-wide dark mode which can self-enable depending upon the ambient lighting.

A preview of Dark Mode with MIUI 12 update (Xiaomi)

A preview of Dark Mode with MIUI 12 update (Xiaomi)

Apart from visual changes, Xiaomi has also made a wide range of optimisations to help users get better performance from their phones. The MIUI 12 update comes with an ultra-battery saver mode which is said to extend phone's standby time and reduce power consumption. Xiaomi claims users can get up to 5 hours of additional usage even at 5% battery with this battery saver mode.

That said, Xiaomi is likely to roll out the new software update for other eligible phones very soon. Stay tuned.