Xiaomi’s global users can expect something new with the company to roll out an enhanced call screen layout with the HyperOS Global update. This new layout is an improvement to the overall user experience and ease of use for Xiaomi’s global users, who use the Google Phone app for regular communication. This new call screen aligns perfectly with the values that Xiaomi is famous for, such as intuitive interfaces, seamless experiences, and continuous software enhancement, adding even more to the value proposition for Xiaomi devices in the global space.
New Call Screen Design
The new call screen redesign brings with it several major improvements to the user experience:
Left/right swipe gesture mechanism to replace the current up/down swipe method Centered telephone icon that can be dragged either way
- Cleaner visual look with increased accessibility
- More intuitive interaction pattern similar to other common smartphone gestures
These changes address the usability issues with the current interface, including the downward swipe to decline calls being hard to accomplish, especially one-handed. The new swipe mechanism in the horizontal direction is more intuitive and aligns with the dominant smartphone interaction habits to which users are accustomed.
Usability Improvements
The new call screen offers several real-world advantages for everyday use. Global users of the brand will be able to enjoy the added usability, particularly when instant call management is required. It is more intuitive and simpler to use when:
- Single-hand use of the phone
- Taking calls while multitasking
- Taking calls while moving around or when walking
- Handling the device with wet hands
These developments illustrate the concern for real-world applications that Xiaomi exhibits and the attempt to make even the most basic smartphone interactions more comfortable and convenient.
Availability Timeline
While the new call screen layout can be seen in the making, it is yet to be fully released. Global users can expect this UI upgrade in the form of an upcoming HyperOS update. Such UI upgrades are released by the company step by step, sometimes first to beta testers and then to the general users.
This release indicates the resolve by Xiaomi to provide the most optimal experience to its global users, even for everyday functions like the use of the built-in phone dialer.
Source: Android Authority