Xiaomi to switch to PhonePe's app store on its India phones, addressing user complaints and boosting local support.

Xiaomi is set to replace its GetApps app store with PhonePe's Indus AppStore on its smartphones in India starting January 2025. This move benefits PhonePe, a Walmart-backed fintech startup, and addresses Xiaomi users' issues with intrusive ads and high fees typically associated with other app stores. The update will automatically roll out and aims to provide a more developer-friendly platform with support for local languages.

November 18, 2024
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