The Xiaomi 18 Fold smartphone has unexpectedly gained the signature iPhone Duo screen‑opening animation. Apparently, it lacks a bit of smoothness compared to the “original,” but overall it looks pretty good. And it’s worth noting that on the iPhone Duo, the mentioned effect doesn’t always work smoothly: there are examples online where the interface “freezes” until the “Apple” phone is reopened.

As for the Xiaomi 18 Fold, it is unlikely to be a system animation; rather, it appears to be a third‑party software modification launched via the Shizuku app, according to user discussions. Apparently, it will quickly gain popularity, as videos featuring the signature iPhone Duo animation on the Xiaomi 18 Fold are increasing.

As expected, the Xiaomi 18 Fold also got the new iPhone Duo opening animation

Apart from the software, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is now almost a 1:1 copy of the iPhone Duo… pic.twitter.com/GvLENSs2xG

• Sunny (@sunnny1583) September 14, 2026

Xiaomi 18 Fold, as a reminder, was unveiled shortly before the announcement of Apple iPhone Duo.