Xiaomi's EVs: Deep Apple Ecosystem Integration

 Xiaomi's EVs: Deep Apple Ecosystem Integration

• Xiaomi's latest EVs, the SU7 sedan and YU7 SUV, now offer deep integration with Apple's ecosystem.

• Key features include:

- Digital Key via iPhone (UWB): iPhones with UWB can function as primary digital keys.
- Apple Watch control: Apple Watch users can operate key features like climate control remotely.
- Apple CarPlay and AirPlay: Infotainment supports CarPlay and AirPlay enables seamless mirroring to dashboard or rear-mounted iPads.
- iPad as rear-seat display: iPads can be mounted in the rear for entertainment or control, integrated directly into the car’s HyperOS-based interface.

• The HyperOS "Smart Cabin" delivers a polished, phone-like infotainment experience with fast boot times, AI-powered chipsets, and support for thousands of apps across multiple screens.

• This integration broadens Xiaomi's appeal to iPhone users, critical for global markets where CarPlay is considered a must-have.

• The SU7, launched in December 2023, quickly became a hit, with about half of buyers reportedly owning iPhones.

• The YU7, launched in June 2025, already has deep Smart-Cabin and Apple integration, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y on price and range.