Xiaomi’s camera app on HyperOS 4 has received a significant aesthetic update that aligns its design deeply with the system-wide style. Improvements include unified fonts and redesigned icons for a consistent look throughout the interface. However, this update applies only to non-Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition models.
Design Distinction for Leica Edition
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition’s camera app remains unchanged by this redesign. According to Xiaomi’s camera product manager @Bao_小李, the Leica version represents a comprehensive and in-depth collaborative design effort between Xiaomi and Leica. This special partnership means the Leica camera software’s design is unique and excluded from the general update.
Context of HyperOS 4 Beta Rollout
This update is part of the ongoing HyperOS 4 Beta testing process that began with initial device batches receiving the new system in mid-August. The Beta program now is expanding to additional Xiaomi phones and tablets, with users invited to register for testing via the Xiaomi Community platform if their devices meet the eligibility requirements.
The visual refresh in the camera app is an example of Xiaomi’s effort to harmonize app design with the overall HyperOS 4 system design language. Users of supported devices outside the Leica edition can expect a cleaner and more consistent camera app experience as part of this update.
Users interested in tracking further HyperOS 4 updates, device eligibility, or participating in beta tests can check available information through the MemeOS Enhancer app.
Previous coverager
The HyperOS 4 Beta rollout for various Xiaomi and REDMI devices started on August 14, covering models including Xiaomi 17, 17 Pro, 17 Ultra, REDMI K90 Pro Max, and Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro. Our earlier report details the staged Beta recruitment and major new features such as the Soft Light Glass UI and AI upgrades. This camera app redesign update adds a refined visual polish, except for the Leica-specific software on the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, which remains a unique collaboration case (previous coverage).
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