Emir BardakçıWhen Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0 was launched, it also introduced “HyperIsland,” which is Xiaomi’s version of Dynamic Island. However, it was missing from tablets. That has all changed, though, as HyperOS 3.1 has officially brought it to Xiaomi Pad devices, and it’s not a lazy port from the smartphone version. Xiaomi has completely redesigned this feature in large-screen interactions. Rather than merely scaling down the phone interface, Xiaomi’s tablet interface works in conjunction with the status bar. As can be seen from this interface leak, Xiaomi’s status bar now perfectly aligns to the left and occupies space in the date area to ensure a clutter-free workspace with Hyper Island in centerstage.
TL;DR
- Availability: Currently available with Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1 on tablets
- Design: Designed for large screens; does not hinder multitasking.
- Status Bar: Cleaned up with a new left-aligned date/time layout.
- Function: Supports drag and drop multitasking directly from the island.
A “Hyper Island” Built for Multitasking
The biggest change in these two situations involves the way the island interacts with the unique workflow of the device. When using a smartphone, the island serves the function of a “quick look.” When using the Xiaomi Pad, the island serves the function of a “multitasker.” This is confirmed by the official teasers for the tablet version, which reveal that it also includes a feature called Pull Down Expansion, which allows a user to expand a notification by dragging it to a split screen or a floating window.
From a visual perspective, it enhances immersion by moving static information like date and time to the side of the screen, allowing for more focused content at the center of the screen for media playback or for notifications of time-sensitive information while working or gaming. However,
