How to make widgets on Xiaomi like on iPhone: 5 working ways with MIUI settings

iOS-style widgets on Xiaomi smartphones are one of the most popular queries among device owners on MIUI. Unlike the iPhone, where widgets are integrated into the system and have a unified design, on Redmi, Poco or Black Shark their appearance and functionality depend on the firmware version and launcher used. Many users want the same minimalist interface with smooth animations, transparency and adaptive dimensions - and this is quite real.

In this article, we will analyze 5 proven ways to make widgets on Xiaomi as similar as possible to iOS 17/18, including setting up standard MIUI tools, installing third-party launchers and even manually creating custom widgets through KWGT. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different models - from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi 14, and also tell you how to circumvent the restrictions of firmware without root rights.

Why do Xiaomi and iPhone widgets look different?

The main difference lies in the philosophy of operating systems:

• 🍎 iOS uses a fixed grid with strict rules for hosting widgets, which are always tied to app icons and are standard sizes (small, medium, large).
• 🤖 MIUI (Android-based widgets offer free placement – widgets can be stretched, overlaid, and even placed on a locked screen.

Apple also tightly controls the design of widgets through WidgetKit, while on Android, every manufacturer (including Xiaomi) can modify their appearance. For example, on iPhone, weather, calendar or music widgets always have the same style, and on MIUI they can differ even depending on the theme of the design.

Another key point is animations: on the iPhone, widgets appear smoothly when scrolling, and on Xiaomi, they are static by default, and you can fix this only through third-party launchers or manual settings.

Method 1: Configure standard MIUI widgets for iOS

If you don’t want to install third-party apps, you can try adapting the built-in MIUI widgets to the iOS style, a method that is suitable for MIUI firmware 14/15 and later.

Here's the step-by-step instruction:

1. Long press on the free seat of the main screen → select Widgets.
2. Scroll through the list to Systems and select a widget (such as Weather or Calendar).
3. Drag it on the screen and stretch it to the right size. To simulate iOS, use a 4:2 aspect ratio (like the Weather widgets on an iPhone).
4. Click on the widget → Settings → turn on the Transparent background and turn off the Shadow.

For the Watch and Music widgets, MIUI has a hidden option called Minimalist Style to activate it:

Settings → Display → Display Style → Additional → Enable “IOS Mode”

Note: this option is not available on all models, and on the Poco F5 and Xiaomi 13T, it appears after upgrading to MIUI 15.0.4+.

Set a minimum size of widgets | Turn off shadows and boundaries |Enable background transparency |Use a bright design theme-->

Method 2: Launchers with support for iOS widgets

The most reliable way to get widgets like on an iPhone is to install a dedicated launcher, and we tested 5 popular solutions and selected the best ones:

Hyperion Launcher is the most imitative of the iOS interface, including:

• 📱 Dock panel with 4 icons (like on an iPhone)
• 🔄 Animation of scrolling widgets with paralax effect
• 🎨 Automatic color change widgets under wallpaper (like in iOS 18)

Installation:

1. Download Hyperion Launcher from Google Play.
2. In the launcher settings, select Theme → iOS 17.
3. Activate the option Widget Blur to blur the background under the widgets.
4. Add widgets through the Long Press menu → Widgets → iOS Style.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi with MediaTek processors (like the Redmi Note 12), the launcher may slow down. In this case, reduce the number of animations in the performance settings.

Method 3: KWGT - custom widgets in the style of iOS

KWGT (Kustom Widget Maker) is a tool for creating widgets from scratch, and it can recreate exact copies of widgets from iOS, including:

• 📅 Calendar with day of the week and events
• 🌡️ Weather with animation (like in WeatherKit)
• 🎵 Musical player with album art

Instructions for setting:

1. Install KWGT and iOS 17 template package.
2. Open KWGT → Press + → Select a template (like iOS Weather Medium).
3. Set up data: Weather: OpenWeatherMap (needed) API-Key) Calendar: Google Calendar Music: Spotify/YouTube Music
4. Save the widget and add it to the main screen.

Important: For the correct operation of the weather widget, you must manually specify the coordinates of your city in the format of latitude, longitude (you can take from latlong.net).

Method 4: MIUI themes in the style of iOS

The Xiaomi Dark Store (Themes) has official and custom themes that change not only icons but also the style of widgets.

• 🎨 iOS 17 Dark is a dark theme with blurred widgets
• 🌞 iPhoned is a bright theme with a focus on minimalism
• 🔮 VisionOS - Experimental Style with 3D-effects

How to determine:

1. Open the Themes app on your Xiaomi.
2. In the search, type in iOS widget.
3. Select your favorite theme and click Apply.
4. Restart the device – the widgets will be updated automatically.

⚠️ Note: Some topics may conflict with launchers. If the widgets have disappeared after applying the theme, reset the launcher settings (Settings) → Annexes → Launcher → Warehouse → Clear the data).

Method 5: Manually create widgets through Shortcuts (without root)

If you want interactive widgets (like smart home control buttons or quick actions), you can create them through the Shortcuts for Android app (similar to Shortcuts on iPhone).

Example: widget for managing Xiaomi Home:

1. Install Shortcuts.
2. Create a new shortcut with action Send HTTP-request (for managing smart devices).
3. Add the Shortcuts widget to the home screen and select the shortcut you created.
4. Customize the look and feel through Widget Settings → iOS Style.

Advantages of this method:

• 🔧 Full customization of actions (you can add up to 4 buttons per widget).
• 🔄 Support for dynamic updates (e.g. Mi Band connection status).
• 🎨 The ability to use icons from SF Symbols (like on iPhone).

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For Xiaomi Home management widgets, use the official API. In the shortcut settings, specify the device token (can be obtained through Mi Home → Profile → Settings → General → Tokens).

Comparison of methods: what to choose?

Each method has its pros and cons, and here is a comparison table for choosing the best option:

For most Xiaomi users, the best solution will be a combination of Hyperion Launcher + KWGT. This will give both visual similarity to iOS and flexibility in configuration.

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If you only need weather and calendar widgets, standard MIUI tools are enough. A third-party launcher will be required to completely convert the interface for iOS.

FAQ: Frequent questions