How to make themes like iPhone: full instructions

Xiaomi smartphone owners often face the desire to diversify the appearance of their device without changing the gadget itself. One of the most popular trends in recent years is the stylization of the Android interface for Apple’s iOS operating system. It is not just a whim, but a way to access the aesthetics of Apple Design using affordable MIUI or HyperOS technologies. Many users are looking for ways to turn their budget or flagship device into a visual copy of the iPhone, and the thematic design market offers a wide range of opportunities for this.

The transformation process does not require deep knowledge of programming or obtaining superuser rights. It is enough to download the necessary files and apply them through standard tools of the system. However, it is important to understand that the visual shell does not change the internal logic of Android, but can radically change the perception of the device in your hands. In this article, we will discuss all the steps, from choosing a topic to fine-tuning fonts and icons.

It's worth noting that installing third-party design is a safe procedure if you use trusted sources. Xiaomi has a built-in security mechanism, but even within it you can achieve amazing results. The most complete copy of iOS is achieved only by a comprehensive approach, when not only the background, but also the control center, lock screen and system fonts change. Let's look at where to start this fascinating process of customization.

Search and installation of the main theme of design

The first and most important step is to find the basic design. Themes store on Xiaomi has thousands of options, but not all of them are equally good. Some developers create exact copies of the interface of iOS 16 or iOS 17, copying even the animations of opening applications. You need to type in searches like "iOS 17", "iPhone style" or "Apple UI".

Pay attention to the theme ranking and downloads. High scores usually indicate that the theme is stable and contains no errors in the layout of the icons. After choosing the right option, click the Download and then Apply button. The system may suggest a reboot, but most often the changes take effect instantly.

⚠️ Warning: Some themes may be paid or require a Mi Account with a certain level.If the theme does not apply, try changing the region in your phone settings to India or Nepal - this often opens up access to more free content.

Once installed, you’ll notice that the icons have become rounded and the settings menu has changed its appearance. However, the standard theme often doesn’t touch some system elements, such as the notification bar or the multitasking menu. For deep style integration, Apple will need to use additional tools, which will be discussed below.

It's also important to check how the theme affects the performance of the device. High-resolution graphics can consume more CPU resources. If you notice slowdowns, you might want to choose a more optimized version of the shell or a theme with fewer animations.

Using the Mi Master app for deep customization

The standard theme functionality is often not enough to be completely similar to the iPhone, and it comes to the rescue of the utility MI Master (or Theme Editor), a powerful tool that allows you to edit the settings of your installed theme, add widgets and change system fonts without root permissions.

The app works as an add-on to the standard theme menu. Once you install MI Master, you get access to hidden customization features. For example, you can replace standard system icons with better ones from the iOS suite. You can also change the shape of app icons that have not been touched by the main topic.

• 🍏 Icon Editor: Allows you to replace any app icons with images from Apple’s set.
• 🎨 Color customization: changing accent colors in system menus and volume sliders.
• 🔒 Lock screen: installing specific date and time widgets in the style of iOS.
• ⚙️ System fonts: Replacing the standard font with San Francisco or its qualitative counterparts.

Using MI Master gives you control over details that are usually hidden from the user. You can adjust folder transparency, change the indentations of the desktop grid, and even add a blur effect to some interface elements, mimicking the famous Apple glass effect.

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Before making changes through MI Master, back up your current theme, which will quickly roll back changes if you don’t like the result or visual bugs occur.

Remember that after updating the system or the theme itself, the settings made through the editor may reset, in which case the process will have to be repeated, but it will take much less time, since the main files will be stored in the device’s memory.

Transformation of the control center and notification curtains

One of the most notable features of iOS is its split control center. In Android, and in MIUI in particular, the notification curtain and the control panel are often combined or have a different logic. To make the topics on Xiaomi as an iPhone as similar as possible, this is the aspect that needs to be changed.

This uses special themes that redraw the top panel. However, to make the control functionally similar, it often requires the installation of an additional launcher or the use of Special Features features in the theme application. In some cases, you can change the behavior of the swipe: the swipe from the right to the bottom opens the control center, and from the left - notifications, as in iOS.

Note the brightness and sound. In iOS, they're represented as vertical bars in the control center. Quality themes for Xiaomi are visually implemented, but technically they can use standard Android sliders. It's a purely cosmetic change, but it does significantly increase the degree of similarity.

⚠️ Warning: Changing the system control panels may cause some quick settings to become unavailable or not work properly.Always check Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functionality after installing such themes.

If standard methods fail to achieve the desired curtain separation, users often resort to installing third-party launchers, such as Launcher iOS 17.They completely replace the desktop and notification panel, providing the most accurate copy, but can consume more battery power.

Setting up the lock screen and widgets

The lock screen is the first thing a user sees when they pick up a phone. In iOS, it has a large clock, a specific font, and the location of the flashlight and camera buttons. To play this on Xiaomi, you need to download a theme that modifies Lock Screen.

In the store, sort the search by "Lock Screen" and find options marked iOS. When you use this theme, not only will the image change, but the unlock logic will change, you will see a characteristic slider movement or change the size of the watch when you press. Some themes even mimic live wallpaper and parallax effect.

For widgets, newer versions of MIUI and HyperOS have native support for large-sized widgets, so you have to click on the empty desktop space for a long time, select "Widgets" and find the Apple stylistics section, which includes weather, battery, calendar and music widgets that are designed in recognizable designs.

It's important to put things right. iOS has a grid and a space. Try not to clutter the desktop by leaving air between the widgets. Minimalism is a key feature of Apple's design. Put the weather widget on top, below the calendar, and then app shortcuts.

Replacement of system fonts and sounds

The devil is in the details, and the font is the main one. Xiaomi's standard font (Mi Sans) is different from Apple's San Francisco. To make themes on Xiaomi as iPhone convincing, you need to replace the font throughout the system. This is done through the Topics -> Profile -> Fonts app.

Find a font called "San Francisco," "iOS Font," or "Apple Font." Once applied, you can change the schematics of all the texts in the menu, messages, and browser, which creates a sense of system integrity. Don't neglect this step, because mismatch fonts immediately reveal the Android origin of the device.

• 🔊 Notification sounds: download pack ringtones in the style of iOS (marimba, reflection, laser) and install them through the settings "Sound and vibration".
• 📳 Vibrate: adjust the tactile recoil in the display settings to resemble the soft vibrations of the Taptic Engine.
• 🔔 Alarm clock: Set the standard iOS alarm sound ("Radar" or "Introduction"), it greatly affects the perception.

You should also pay attention to the sounds of the keyboard. If you use a standard Gboard or Mi Keyboard keyboard, go to its settings and select the sound package that is most similar to iOS, or download a special click-through file.

The complex audio replacement has a powerful psychological effect, and even if you close your eyes, you'll hear familiar Apple sounds, which, when combined with the visuals, gives you an almost complete immersion in the competitor's ecosystem.

Additional improvements and Battery widgets

After basic setup, many users want to go further. One popular element is the battery-style widget "Batteries" from iOS, which shows the charge not only of the phone, but also the connected AirPods or Apple Watch. On Android, it is difficult to implement an exact copy, but there are widgets that display the charge of Bluetooth devices in a similar style.

Use MIUI widgets or third-party apps like Widgetsmith to create custom blocks. You can customize the display of charge percentage, screen usage time, and even pedometer in a single style.

Another important aspect is folders. In iOS, folders have a blurred background and a specific grid. Make sure that the theme you choose changes the folder view. If not, you can find modules in the MI Master app that change the background and structure of application folders, making them transparent or semi-transparent.

⚠️ Warning: Installing a lot of heavy widgets and live wallpaper can significantly reduce battery life.If you notice that the phone is discharged faster than usual, reduce the number of active widgets on the home screen.

Don't forget to update themes. Developers often release patches that fix bugs or add support for new versions of Android. Keep an eye out for updates to the theme author's profile in the store.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The main secret of success is not to try to set one “super-theme”, but to combine a quality basic theme, the right font, ringtones and competent widget arrangement to create a holistic image.