Redmagic has begun revealing the features of its upcoming Redmagic OS 12 operating system, built on Android 17, which aims to enhance the gaming experience through an intensive integration of artificial intelligence technologies and graphical interface development. Although the global launch timeline is not yet precisely specified, the company has established a clear roadmap for updating its devices in the Chinese market, which will be followed by global versions later.
Key features and technical improvements
Redmagic OS 12 introduces a set of fundamental changes focused on design and performance, the most important of which include:
- New interface design: The system adopts a design inspired by "Liquid Glass", featuring a massive lock screen clock and extensive customization options.
- AI Magic Island feature: A feature resembling the "Dynamic Island", appearing in the status bar and expanding to display interactive notifications such as music playback and transportation services, relying on the Live Updates feature in Android 17.
- Artificial intelligence integration: The system includes the MORA AI assistant, a smart assistant with a design resembling VTuber characters, in addition to the "AI Magic Assistant" for executing automated tasks.
- Advanced gaming tools: Updating the Game Space app and launching the Esports Training Arena app, which provides mini-games to train aiming skills and reaction speed, alongside updating the X-Gravity 3.0 platform and improving live streaming capabilities.
- Connectivity improvement: Simplifying communication and file transfer processes between Redmagic devices and iPhones.
Device update schedule
The update has already begun with the launch of the Redmagic 12 Pro+ phone in China, and updates are scheduled to include the following devices:
- December 2026: Redmagic 11 Pro and Redmagic 11S Pro series.
- January 2027: Redmagic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro device.
- March 2027: Redmagic 10 Pro and Redmagic 10S Pro series, in addition to Redmagic 11 Air and Redmagic eSports Tablet 3 Pro.
- April 2027: Redmagic 10 Air device.
It is worth noting that the global version of the Redmagic 12 Pro phone is scheduled to launch on November 3, 2026, indicating that Redmagic OS 12 is technically ready for global deployment as soon as the targeted devices become available.
What does this update actually change?
The Redmagic OS 12 update is not limited to being just a new graphical interface, but represents a shift toward making artificial intelligence an integral part of the daily and professional user experience. By integrating smart assistants and interactive features into the status bar, the company seeks to reduce distractions and increase the speed of access to information. As for the gaming community, the addition of dedicated training tools (Esports Training Arena) reflects the company's direction toward supporting professional gamers and providing an integrated environment that goes beyond merely running games to improving performance and skill.