Redmi 8, Redmi 8A get Android 10-based MIUI 12 update in India

The update for Redmi 8 has the firmware version V12.0.1.0.QCNINXM while the Redmi 8A's firmware is V12.0.1.0.QCPINXM. The former weighs around 2.1GB while the latter is about 1.8GB in size, reports GizmoChina.

New Delhi: Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has started rolling the latest version of in-house Android-based skin MIUI 12 for Redmi 8, Redmi 8A users in India.

The update for Redmi 8 has the firmware version V12.0.1.0.QCNINXM while the Redmi 8A’s firmware is V12.0.1.0.QCPINXM. The former weighs around 2.1GB while the latter is about 1.8GB in size, reports GizmoChina.

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The MIUI 12 adds smooth animations with improved details to the icons, new calendar features, AI calling, new privacy and security tools, multi-tasking features, animations as well as wallpapers.

With MIUI 12, users can now remove sensitive information like the location and the metadata before sharing a picture with anyone.

The OS will notify every time an app is accessing a sensitive feature such as the cameras, microphone, contacts, location and more.

It also allows one to delete a screenshot automatically after sharing, which in turn helps one save space and maintain privacy.

The new OS also comes with an ultra-battery saver which would enable a user to extend the phone’s standby time and reduce power consumption. With this even at 5 per cent, the phone can last for an additional 5 hours with ultra-battery saver.

Xiaomi has also added ‘Mi Light Core Animation’ framework to ensure the system smoothness of the software.