Following the trend since the Xiaomi Mi 9 series, Xiaomi has released the kernel source code for Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro. It encourages third-party developers to develop custom mods or custom ROMs for the smartphone. Having the kernel source code available helps prevent bugs in custom mods and even allows people to satisfy their curiosity about the device.

Xiaomi 14 screen

The source code of the Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro kernel is now available on GitHub under the code name shennong-u-oss And those who are interested can do it. It is labeled KERNEL.PLATFORM.3.0.r1-03200-kernel.0-1 and is based on Android U. However, the release of the source code was delayed by a few weeks, but better late than never. Download now.

In a few days, developers and power users will dive deep into the code and will surely make some changes to improve the performance and functionality of the device. The source code version will definitely benefit users who want to stay away from Stock ROM, also known as HyperOS.

Additionally, Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro come with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage. Both devices use a dedicated image sensor and support USB 3.2 Gen1 port. WiFi 7 support definitely expands the device’s connectivity options. However, we are sure that the new developments will be attractive to advanced smartphone users.

Features of Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro

Additionally, Xiaomi 14 has a 12-bit TCL CSOT C8 OLED LTPO display with a 1.5 KB resolution with a diagonal of 6.36 inches and 120 Hz Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. refresh rate and peak brightness of 3000 nits. Xiaomi 14 is equipped with a 32-megapixel front camera and a 50-megapixel Light Hunter 900 OIS + 50-megapixel ultra-wide + 50-megapixel telephoto main camera. It runs on Android 14 Hyper OS. The phone has an IP68 rating, 4610mAh battery, 90W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and USB 3.2 Gen 1. It has WiFi 7, NFC, Bluetooth 5.4, X-axis linear motor fingerprint. There are dual stereo speakers and an IR amplifier for the remote control. It is available in two models: 8.2mm glass and 8.28mm leather, weighing 193g and 188g respectively.

However, Xiaomi 14 Pro has a 12-bit 6.73-inch 2K TCL CSOT C8 OLED LTPO display, 120Hz refresh rate, Xiaomi Longjing Glass and 3000nit peak brightness. There is the same front camera and triple rear camera sensors consisting of 50MP Light Hunter 900 OIS + 50MP Ultra Wide and 50MP Telephoto OIS Leica Summilux. It offers a 4880mAh battery, 120W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and USB 3.2 Gen 2 port. It has WiFi 7, NFC, Bluetooth 5.4 device connectivity. The 8.49 mm thick phone has dual stereo speakers and weighs 223 grams in the glass version and 230 grams in the titanium version.

The Xiaomi 14 8GB + 256GB model is priced at ¥3,999 (approximately ₹45,850, $546 and €518). The Xiaomi 14 Pro 12GB + 256GB model is priced at ¥4,999 (approximately ₹56,800, $683 and €647).