How to Share Files Between Xiaomi Phone and iPhone Using HyperOS 3 (AirDrop Method)

One of HyperOS 3's most talked-about features is cross-platform file sharing with Apple devices. Using the Xiaomi Interconnectivity app and Quick Share, you can now send photos, documents, and videos from your Xiaomi phone directly to an iPhone or Mac — and vice versa — without cables or cloud uploads.

What You Need

Requirement	Details
Xiaomi side	HyperOS 3 (OTA update)
Apple side	Install Xiaomi Interconnectivity app (free on App Store)
Same account	Both devices signed into the same Mi Account
Connection	Both on same Wi-Fi network OR Xiaomi phone sharing hotspot
Bluetooth	Enabled on both devices

Step 1 — Install Xiaomi Interconnectivity on iPhone/Mac

1. On your iPhone, open the App Store.
2. Search for ""Xiaomi Interconnectivity"" (by Xiaomi Inc.).
3. Install and open it.
4. Sign in with your Mi Account (same one on your Xiaomi phone).

Step 2 — Enable Quick Share / AirDrop on Xiaomi

1. Swipe down to open Control Centre.
2. Long-press the Quick Share tile to open settings.
3. Make sure ""Everyone nearby"" or ""Contacts"" is selected.

Step 3 — Send a File from Xiaomi to iPhone

1. In Gallery or Files, select the photo or file.
2. Tap Share → Quick Share.
3. Your iPhone appears in the device list (labelled with the iPhone name).
4. Tap it — the iPhone receives an AirDrop-style pop-up.
5. Accept on iPhone. Done.

Step 4 — Send a File from iPhone to Xiaomi

1. On iPhone, select a file and tap Share.
2. Choose AirDrop.
3. Your Xiaomi phone appears in the AirDrop list.
4. Tap it — a notification appears on your Xiaomi.
5. Accept — file saves to Downloads.

Supported File Types

Photos, videos, PDFs, contacts, links, audio files, and documents. App files and system data are not transferable this way.

Troubleshooting

Device not appearing: Confirm both devices are on the same Wi-Fi, Bluetooth is on, and the Interconnectivity app is open on iPhone.
Transfer fails mid-way: Switch from separate Wi-Fi to using Xiaomi's hotspot — it is faster and more stable.
Not on HyperOS 3 yet?: Use the Mi Drop / Quick Share app as a workaround. It works over Wi-Fi Direct without needing HyperOS 3.

Pro Tip

The Xiaomi Interconnectivity app also lets you answer Xiaomi notifications from your iPhone and mirror your Xiaomi screen to a Mac — a full cross-ecosystem workflow for users who own both platforms.