Xiaomi Tipped to Bring Compatibility With Apple Watch 33e1y AirPods and Other Apple Hardware

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Written by Manas Mitul | Updated: 9 December 2024 12:33 IST

Xiaomi Tipped to Bring Compatibility With Apple Watch, AirPods and Other Apple Hardware

Xiaomi may develop a standalone app for connecting to Apple Watch and other Apple devices 37u8

Highlights

Xiaomi devices now file transfer and screen sharing with iPhone
It is said to be investigating whether to bring Apple Watch compatibility
Report speculates it may develop an app for connecting to Apple devices

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At present, Apple devices for easy file transfer.

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In a post on the Chinese social media platform Weibo (via Android Authority), tipster Digital Chat Station (translated from Chinese) claimed that Xiaomi is “investigating” potential compatibility with the Apple Watch. Additionally, it is also said to be testing the waters for connectivity with AirPods and the HomePod.

Among the aforementioned devices, the Apple Watch and AirPods can be connected to smartphones outside the Apple ecosystem, its features are severely limited. Siri, ear detection, and the double-tap function are unavailable when used with Android.

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It remains unclear what the result of Xiaomi's purported compatibility with the Apple Watch will be. Android Authority speculates it may develop a standalone app for connecting to Apple devices, with health and fitness data integration, and notifications mirroring being some of the potential features.

Efforts to Improve Android-iOS Compatibility 4k5hp

In recent weeks, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have taken strides when it comes to improving the compatibility between their handsets and Apple devices. Xiaomi's latest HyperOS 2 introduces Interconnectivity Services which Apple s can take advantage of to access files, photos and other content on Xiaomi devices. They can also mirror their phone's screen on a Mac.

Additionally, Oppo have also rolled out easy iPhone file transfer features with their latest flagship handsets.

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