Xiaomi has officially confirmed the unveiling of its upcoming operating system on Thursday, October 26, which will debut in the latest generation of Chinese brand smartphones. While this announcement has sparked considerable anticipation, it has also given rise to numerous questions and uncertainties. The most pressing query on everyone’s mind is whether MIUI, the long-standing companion of Xiaomi devices, will vanish from Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phones. In this article, we aim to address this pivotal question.
MIUI, a beloved feature for Xiaomi device users over the years, has introduced significant innovations that have reshaped the smartphone experience. From design enhancements to new features and improved accessibility, MIUI’s contributions are numerous and memorable, potentially on the verge of a transformation.
HyperOS:
The Demise of MIUI Rumors surrounding Xiaomi’s development of a new operating system had been gaining traction, and last week, the company’s CEO officially acknowledged the existence of HyperOS. This operating system, drawing inspiration from Android, is poised to replace MIUI, although the scope of this transition remains uncertain. Users are left wondering whether this change will affect only Chinese models or extend to devices in other regions like Spain.
Xiaomi’s HyperOS
While not officially confirmed at the moment, all signs point toward HyperOS making its way to Spain. It’s expected to cover the entire Xiaomi product catalog, including smartphones, smartwatches, bracelets, tablets, household appliances, and even electric cars in the future. Xiaomi’s vision is to create a seamless ecosystem where all devices are interconnected through a unified system, suggesting that the end of MIUI may be on the horizon.
Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi, has revealed that the new Xiaomi 14 will feature HyperOS instead of MIUI 15, as initially expected. He also mentioned that the system update will roll out to other compatible models throughout 2024. If this holds true, mobile devices will transition directly from MIUI 14 to HyperOS, bypassing MIUI 15 altogether.
MIUI 15 for Xiaomi Phones
This shift will primarily impact Xiaomi smartphones that still receive updates. Older models will continue to run MIUI 14 and won’t transition to the new operating system. In essence, MIUI will persist but only for devices that, due to their age, wouldn’t have been eligible for an update to MIUI 15 anyway.
How to Check Compatibility
Determining whether your Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO device is compatible with HyperOS can be assessed based on various factors, including the age of your model and the brand’s promised years of support. For instance, the recent Xiaomi 13T, with a guaranteed four years of support, will undoubtedly be among the chosen few. You can easily verify compatibility by using the HyperOS Updater app, available for free on the Google Play Store. Developed by Xiaomiui, this app, once installed on your phone, automatically identifies your model and informs you whether it will receive Android 14 or the all-new HyperOS. This straightforward tool helps you ascertain if your Xiaomi device will receive the update, making it easy to switch smartphones if necessary.