Honor Emulates Apple's Liquid Glass UI with MagicOS 11

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In a world where software design trends are often borrowed and adapted, Honor has made headlines by unveiling its latest iteration of MagicOS 11, which closely mirrors Apple's Liquid Glass user interface. This announcement has sparked discussions about originality and inspiration in technology, particularly within smartphone ecosystems.

Honor Unveils MagicOS 11

Honor MagicOS 11 screenshotHonor MagicOS 11 UI

Release Timeline for MagicOS 11

Android 17 rollout image
Android 17 is currently rolling out to Pixel devices as of June 17. | Image by PhoneArena
As Android 17 begins its rollout, other manufacturers using the Android OS are also working to customize it for their devices.

Inspired or Imitated?

Comparison between Oppo's ColorOS and Apple's Liquid Glass UI
Comparison of Oppo's ColorOS with Apple's Liquid Glass UI. | Image by Memeburn
Honor's new interface borrows liberally from Apple's aesthetic, showcasing iOS-like control centers, settings menus, and lock screen designs, along with a Dynamic Island-inspired notification feature dubbed "Fluid Cloud."
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