Xiaomi has started adding rear-display-related text strings to the global version of its Themes app. The newly discovered translations are not active yet, but they strongly suggest that software preparation has begun for the Xiaomi 18 Pro’s rear screen outside China.
The discovery supports earlier information showing that the Xiaomi 18 Pro, codenamed VENICE, is being developed for global markets with model number 26122PN61G. The device is expected to bring Xiaomi’s secondary rear display to regions including Turkey, the EEA, Russia, Taiwan, and Japan. (XimiTime)
Global Themes App Adds Rear Display Options
According to findings shared by kacskrz, Xiaomi has inserted several new rear-display strings into the global Themes application. The additions include settings and personalization options such as:
- Rear display AOD
- Rear display brightness
- Custom colors
- Hue, lightness, and saturation controls
- Font size and font weight
- Rear display notifications
- Screenshots
- Sunlight mode
- Gallery and system wallpapers
The app also contains strings for managing rear-display widgets and applications:
<string name="rear_screen_settings_entry_widget">Lite apps</string>
<string name="rear_screen_settings_entry_widget_ai_gen">Generated with AI</string>
<string name="rear_screen_settings_entry_widget_mine">My lite apps</string>
<string name="rear_screen_settings_entry_widget_store">Lite app store</string>
These entries indicate that the secondary screen may support lightweight applications, downloadable widgets, and content generated with AI.
Features Are Not Active Yet
The strings are currently present only as untranslated or unused software resources. There is no visible rear-display menu in the global Themes app, and users cannot access these features on existing devices.
Therefore, the discovery should be viewed as evidence of ongoing development rather than confirmation that the functions are ready for use. Xiaomi may activate them after the compatible hardware and related HyperOS components become available.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Global Launch Gains More Evidence
The Xiaomi 17 Pro introduced a rear screen in China, but the feature was not officially offered on global devices. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected to change this by bringing the secondary display to international markets. (XimiTime)
The appearance of rear-display resources inside a global Xiaomi application is particularly important. Xiaomi usually prepares localized system apps before releasing new hardware, allowing menus, themes, wallpapers, notifications, and customization tools to work across supported regions.
Although the strings do not directly mention the Xiaomi 18 Pro, their timing and global placement align with the device’s reported rear-display support.
Source: kacskrz
