How to install an iPhone theme on Xiaomi: 3 proven ways (2026)

Interface. MIUI on smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO Not everyone likes it, because many people dream of a minimalist design of iOS. Fortunately, you can turn your Android smartphone into a visual copy of your iPhone without buying a new gadget. From simple installation of themes from the official store to deep customization with launchers and icon packs.

It's important to understand that you can't make a full-fledged iPhone, because you can't make Android with all the features under the hood, but you can minimize the differences in appearance, changing the icons of apps, animations, fonts and even Control Center. 2023–2026 years 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO F6) and prepared step-by-step instructions based on the latest updates MIUI 14/15.

If you're a beginner, start with the first method, which is the safest and doesn't require root rights. Power users can immediately jump to the third method for maximum customization. Remember to back up data before major changes!

1.Install the iPhone theme from the official store MIUI

The easiest way is to download the finished theme from the Theme (the app is preinstalled on all Xiaomi smartphones). Developers regularly upload high-quality replicas of the iOS interface, adapted to the latest versions. MIUI.

How it works:

• 📱 Themes change wallpaper, icons, fonts and some interface elements (for example, lock screen).
• 🔄 Theme updates come automatically through the store. MIUI.
• ⚠️ Not all iOS elements will be played (for example, Control Center will remain standard).
• 🆓 Most themes are free, but there are also paid options with advanced functionality.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Themes app (brush icon on your desktop).
2. In the search bar, enter the queries: iOS 17 theme, iPhone theme for MIUI or Apple style.
3. Choose your favorite theme (pay attention to the rating and downloads). Popular options: iOS 17 MIUI Theme (from Hz Themes) Apple Dark Mode (dark theme with iOS icons) Minimal iOS (minimal design)

Apply

Does the theme support your Xiaomi model (specified in the description)

Is the theme compatible with your version? MIUI (14/15)

Are there reviews of bugs (such as undisplayed icons)

Whether important data is saved (themes sometimes reset widgets)-->

After applying the topic, we recommend going to Settings → Display. → Style and select the San Francisco font (similar to iOS font) for complete similarity. If the desired font is not available, it can be downloaded separately (for more on this in the next section).

⚠️ Note: Some topics may conflict with system applications. If Settings or Phone stop working after applying the theme, reset the theme to the standard: Settings → Topics → Standard.

2.Use of launcher and icon pack for deep customization

The official themes only change surface elements, and launchers allow you to completely remake the interface, from animations to control gestures.

For a complete transformation, in addition to the launcher, you will need:

1. Icon pack (such as iOS 17 Icon Pack or Elite iOS)
2. San Francisco Font (you can download here - choose the option) SF Pro).
3. Wallpaper iOS (original wallpaper from the iPhone 15 in high resolution is on WallpapersCraft).

Instructions for setting up Lawnchair 2:

1. Install the launcher from Google Play and select it as the main one (the first time you start, you will see an offer).
2. Download the icon pack (e.g. iOS 17 Icon Pack by driftoid).
3. Open the launcher settings: Home → Additionally. → Settings.
4. Go to the Appearance. → Style icons and choose a downloaded icon pack.
5. In the Docking Station section, set the number of icons (in iOS there are 4) and turn on Hiding tags.
6. In Gestures, set up the swipe up to open the app menu (like in the iPhone).

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For complete similarity, we also recommend installing:

• 🔊 iOS sounds (like iPhone Ringtones from Google Play).

⚠️ Note: Some launchers (e.g. iLauncher) may conflict with system gestures MIUI. If after installation, swipes stop working to return back or open Control Center, turn off system gestures in Settings → Display. → Full-screen gestures.

3. Manual modification of system files (for advanced)

This method is suitable for those who are willing to take risks for the sake of maximum similarity with iOS.

• 📱 Smartphone with unlocked bootloader (bootloader).
• 🔧 Installed by Magisk (to obtain root rights).
• 💻 Computer with ADB and Fastboot.

What can be changed:

• 📱 System icons (replace files in the /system/app).
• 🔄 Transition animations (modification) framework-res.apk).
• 📶 Network Indicators (replacement of Wi-Fi icons, 4G/5G iOS-style).
• 🔋 Battery icon (digital percentage as in iPhone).

Step-by-step (on the example of replacing system icons):

1. Install Magisk and get root rights (instructions for your model are available on the Internet). XDA Developers).
2. Download the archive with iOS icons for MIUI (like, from here).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and open ADB Shell:

adb shell


su




mount -o rw,remount /system

1. Copy the icon files into the appropriate folders (for example, to replace the Settings icon):

cp /sdcard/ios_icons/Settings.apk /system/priv-app/Settings/


chmod 644 /system/priv-app/Settings/Settings.apk

1. Reset the device:

reboot

To replace animations will need to decompile framework-res.apk And using APKTool, you can make changes to anim files and recompile them. XML Smali.

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Before modifying system files, check them on another device or emulator, for example, you can use Genymotion with firmware. MIUI test for change.

Ready-made modified files for popular models (Xiaomi) 13, Redmi Note 12) frequently 4PDA. Look for tagged topics [Ported iOS in the section of your model.

4. Install Control Center in iOS style

One of the most notable elements of iOS is the Control Center, which opens with a swipe from above. MIUI It's called the Notification Curtain, but it looks different. To get a full-fledged Apple style, you'll need a third-party app.

Best options:

• 📱 Control Center iOS 17 – a full copy with customizable panels.
• 🔧 Power Shade – supports widgets and dark theme.
• 🎨 Quick Settings iOS – Minimalist design with animations.

Instructions for setting up Control Center iOS 17:

1. Download the app from Google Play (link).
2. Open the application and provide all the necessary permissions (access to notifications, overlay over other windows).
3. In the application settings, select: Swipe from above → Turn it on. → iOS 17. Color scheme → Auto (light/dark).

Control Center

iPhone

Control Center to open instead of a standard curtain MIUI, You need to disable the notification system panel:

1. Go to Settings. → Notifications and status bar → Notification curtain.
2. Turn off the Swipe down option for the curtain.
3. Enable Allow other applications.

Step-by-step adjustment through AOD Mirror:

1. Download the app from Google Play (link).
2. Open the Settings. → Lock screen → Always on Display and choose AOD Mirror.
3. In the app settings, select the style of iOS 17 and set: Color of the watch (White or Black). Position (center). Font (San Francisco).

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For a full imitation of iOS screens, we also recommend:

• 📱 Install an iPhone-style camera app (e.g. iCamera).
• 🔊 Replace the unlock sound with the original lock.caf from iOS (download here).
• 📞 Set up an incoming call screen via the Call Screen iOS app.

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For maximum similarity to the iPhone, combine several methods: theme from the store MIUI + launcher + Control Center + It'll give you a 90 percent close to the original.

6. Additional chips: gestures, animations and trivia

Details play a key role in how we experience the interface, so to make Xiaomi look like an iPhone not only visually, but also "touch-by-touch," adjust:

Control gestures:

• 👆 Back to: In Settings → Display. → Full screen gestures select Gestures MIUI and turn off the vibration.
• 🏠 Home: Swipe up (like iOS) can be configured in the launcher (Lawnchair or Nova).
• 🔄 Switching apps: swipe up with pause (similar to gesture in iOS 13)+).

Animations and transitions:

• 🎞️ Animations iOS app adds smooth transitions like Apple.
• ⚡ B Settings → Special facilities → Windows animation select 1x for acceleration (in iOS animations faster than in the MIUI).

Systemic sounds:

• 🔔 Install iPhone Ringtones and Settings → Select Sound: Call melody → Opening (like iPhone) Notifications → Tri-tone, locking sound → Lock.

Widgets:

• 📊 Weather widget: Use Transparant Clock & Weather with iOS settings.
• 📅 Calendar widget: Month: Calendar Widget imitates Apple's style.
• 🎶 Music widget: Musicolet has an interface like Apple Music.

For full immersion, you can even replace the voices of the assistant:

• 🗣️ Install Siri Voice from Google Play and set it up as the default voice assistant in Settings → Annexes → By default. → Voice input.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

When customizing Xiaomi for iPhone, users face typical errors, we have compiled solutions for the most common cases:

If after the changes the phone began to brake or overheat, follow the following steps:

1. Clear the cache in Settings → Memory → Clear the cache.
2. Turn off unnecessary animations in the launcher settings.
3. Check battery consumption in Settings → Battery → Use and disable "gluttonous" applications.

⚠️ Note: If after installing themes or launchers system applications (for example, Camera or Phone) are lost, reset the launcher settings to standard or reinstall the theme. → System system → Resetting settings → Reset the launcher settings.

8. Video instructions and useful links

For clarity, we recommend watching the video with step-by-step setting:

• 🎥 How to install an iPhone theme on Xiaomi (2026) – a detailed guide from scratch.
• 🎥 Lawnchair 2 + iOS 17 on Redmi Note 12 – set up launcher.
• 🎥 Control Center as in iPhone for iPhone MIUI — customization.

Useful resources:

• 📱 4PDA — iOS themes for Xiaomi (relevant builds for different models).
• 🎨 Pling – icon packs and wallpaper in the style of iOS.
• 🔧 XDA Developers - instructions for modifying system files.

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