How to make Dynamic Island on Xiaomi: 3 working ways with instructions

Apple’s Dynamic Island feature, introduced in the iPhone 14 Pro, has become one of the most talked-about design decisions of recent years. This interactive element in the screen cutout area not only masks the front camera, but also displays notifications, charging status, timers and even music controls - all in one compact space. MIUI Or custom firmware has long wondered whether it is possible to repeat this functionality on their devices?

The answer is yes, but with reservations, unlike iOS, where Dynamic Island is integrated at the system level, on Android (and on the other hand, on the other hand, on the other hand, on the other hand). MIUI In particular, this function is implemented through:

• 🔹 Third-party applications (e.g. DynamicSpot or Notchification)
• 🔹 Custom firmware (such as Pixel Experience or LineageOS with modifications)
• 🔹 MIUI-Topics and System Hacking Tricks (for Advanced Users)

In this article, we will analyze all the current methods, their pros and cons, and also give step-by-step instructions taking into account the features of Xiaomi (including the Redmi models, POCO Importantly, not all methods are equally stable, you need root somewhere, you need standard settings somewhere.

1 What is Dynamic Island and why it is not in the MIUI default

Dynamic Island is a dynamic area around a screen notch (punch-hole or notch) that expands and narrows depending on the context.

• 📱 When active, it displays the remaining time.
• 🔋 During charging - shows percentage and animation.
• 🎵 When playing music - controls tracks (pause, next).
• 🔔 For notifications – briefly displays messages (e.g. from Telegram or WhatsApp).

Xiaomi doesn’t have this feature out of the box for three reasons:

1. Hardware limitations: Not all models have a notch optimized for dynamic content (e.g., a wide notch in Redmi). 9A physically inappropriate).
2. Programmatic differences: MIUI It is built on Android, where there is no unified API To manage the notch area, unlike the closed iOS ecosystem.
3. Design solutions: Xiaomi is betting on Always-on Display and sidebar notifications rather than the central element.

However, enthusiasts have found workarounds, and we'll look at them in detail below, from the simplest (application) to the most complex (root firmware).

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Before experimenting with Dynamic Island, check if your Xiaomi model supports Always-on Display (Settings) → If so, the chances of successful emulation are higher.

Method 1: Dynamic Island emulation applications (without root)

The most affordable method is to use third-party utilities from Google Play, which do not require superuser rights, but have restrictions:

• ⚠️ They only work on Punch-hole models, such as the Xiaomi 13, POCO F5, Redmi Note 12 Pro+.
• ⚠️ They may conflict with MIUI Optimization (on by default).
• ⚠️ Consume an additional battery (up to 5-10% per day with active use).

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Step-by-step instructions for DynamicSpot:

1. Download the app from Google Play (free version with restrictions).
2. Run and grant permissions to Overlay over other applications (in Settings) → Annexes → Special access).
3. Enable the option to Show notifications in the application settings.
4. Customize the appearance: choose the shape (pill or bar), color, animations.
5. Manually add display apps (like YouTube Music or Google Maps) as automatic recognition doesn’t work well.

Shut down. MIUI Optimization in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (5 times to tap) → Additional settings → Turn off optimization MIUI

Clear the cache of system applications (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Three points. → Clear everyone's cache)

Add an app to battery exclusions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → DynamicSpot → No restrictions)

Reboot the phone-->

⚠️ Note: If notifications stop coming after you install DynamicSpot, check your Do Not Disturb settings (Settings) → Notifications → Do not disturb.The app may conflict with the "Only important" mode".

Method 2: Castom firmware with Dynamic Island support

For advanced users willing to sacrifice stability for functionality, custom firmware installation is a good option.

• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (officially or via workarounds).
• 🛠️ Installed TWRP or other custom recovery.
• 📱 Compatible model (see the list of supported devices on the forums) XDA Developers or 4PDA).

The best firmware with support for Dynamic Island:

• 🔹 Pixel Experience (based on Android) 13/14) — The most stable, but requires manual adjustment.
• 🔹 LineageOS with Magisk (Dynamic Island Enabler).
• 🔹 MIUI EU (unofficial build – retains the corporate design, but adds features from Apple.

Instructions for Pixel Experience:

1. Unlock bootloader via fastboot (command: fastboot oem unlock).
2. Install. TWRP For your model (see instructions on request "TWRP for [your Xiaomi model]").
3. Download the Pixel Experience firmware from the official website and the Dynamic Island module (for example, DynamicIsland from the developer). kdrag0n).
4. In TWRP, run Wipe → Advanced Wipe (mark Dalvik, Cache, System, Data).
5. Install the firmware, then the module via Install.
6. Reboot and activate Dynamic Island in Settings → System system → Dynamic Island.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro) after installing custom firmware, the wide-angle camera or the camera stops working. NFC. Before firmware check user reviews of your model on forums.

4. Method 3: MIUI-Themes and hidden settings (for experienced ones)

If you do not want to risk the stability of the system, but are ready to dig into the settings, you can try to activate hidden functions. MIUI. This method does not work on all devices and requires:

• 🔧 Developer Mode enabled (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — tap 7 times).
• 📱 Model with AMOLED-screen IPS animations will twitch).
• 🔄 Backup of data (possible resetting of settings).

Step-by-step algorithm:

1. Install. MIUI-Dynamic element theme (e.g., iOS 16 Dynamic Island) MIUI Theme Store).
2. Activate. ADB and execute the command to enable hidden features: adb shell settings put global dynamic_island_enabled 1
3. Restart the phone and check for the notification area around the notch.
4. If nothing happens, try the alternative command: adb shell am start. -n com.android.systemui/.DynamicIslandService

📌 Important: This method only works on MIUI 14 and newer, not all builds, on the budget Redmi (for example, Redmi). 10A) The effect will be minimal – only static display of notifications without animations.

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The most stable result is the combination. MIUI-topic + ADB-If the phone starts to brake after the restart, roll back the changes via adb shell settings delete global. dynamic_island_enabled.

5. Comparison of methods: which to choose?

To make the choice easier, we will summarize the pros and cons of each method in a table:

Selection recommendations:

• 📱 For beginners, start with DynamicSpot. If it doesn't work, try Notchification.
• 🛠️ For enthusiasts: custom firmware will give maximum functionality, but the risks are higher.
• 🔧 For experimenters: a combination MIUI-then + ADB — The middle ground, but takes time to adjust.

⚠️ Note: On models with MediaTek-processors (for example, Redmi Note 11 on Helio) G96) custom firmware often performs worse than Snapdragon. XDA Developers.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you have successfully set up Dynamic Island, you may have problems.

Problem 1: Dynamic Island is not a problem.

• 🔹 Make sure that the application settings (DynamicSpot) have switched on to Turn on the island.
• 🔹 Check if it's blocking it. MIUI Optimization (unplug in Settings) → Additionally).
• 🔹 Restart your phone – sometimes the system doesn’t apply changes without a reboot.

Problem 2: Lags and slowdowns

• 🔹 Limit the number of notifications displayed (in the app settings, leave only key ones, such as charging and music).
• 🔹 Turn off animations in Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → Additional settings → Window/Change animation (select No animation).
• 🔹 If you use custom firmware, check if Dynamic Island conflicts with other Magisk modules.

Problem 3: The gestures don't work

This is a well-known emulator application bug.

• 🔹 In DynamicSpot, go to Settings → Management → Enable gestures and select Only swipe up.
• 🔹 If you use Full Screen Gestures from Xiaomi, switch to standard navigation with buttons for a while.

Problem 4: Fast battery discharge

Dynamic Island is a constantly active element on the screen, which increases power consumption.

• 🔹 Reduce the time you display notifications in your app settings (e.g., from 10 to 5 seconds).
• 🔹 Turn off display for unnecessary apps (such as games or social media).
• 🔹 Use a dark theme -- on AMOLED-screens, it reduces the load.

7. Dynamic Island Alternatives on Xiaomi

If none of these methods work, consider alternative ways to organize notifications and manage:

1. Always-on Display (AOD)

Built-in function MIUI, displaying time, notifications and charging status on the screen off:

1. Go to Settings → Screen → Always-on Display.
2. Choose a style (e.g. Digital Watch or Analog Watch).
3. Configure the information displayed: notifications, battery, steps.

📌 AOD Less interactive than Dynamic Island, but does not require third-party apps and does not put down the battery.

2. Notification panel with widget

V MIUI You can add a notification widget to the main screen:

1. Long press on the free space of the screen → Widgets.
2. Find notifications or quick settings.
3. Drag the widget onto the screen and adjust the displayed elements.

3.The Edge Lighting Appendix

Alternative for models with AMOLED: Install Edge Lighting from Google Play and adjust the colors for different apps.

4.Gesturing on the cutout

On some Xiaomi models (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra), the cutout supports gestures:

• 🔹 Swipe left/right on the cutout - back.
• 🔹 Swipe down – Opening the notification panel.

To activate:

1. Go to Settings → System → Gestures.
2. Enable the Cutout Gesture option (if available for your model).

8. FAQ: Answers to frequent questions