Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4 update, launched 15 days ago, is already in internal testing for most devices set to receive Android 17. According to Mi Code inspections, out of 112 devices expected to get Android 17, 108 have entered HyperOS 4 internal testing phases. However, no Android 16 devices have started testing the new HyperOS 4, and there is no sign of a HyperOS 4 version based on Android 16 in development.
Older and Lower-End Models May Miss HyperOS 4
This suggests that Xiaomi is shifting its update strategy, likely prioritizing newer Android versions for HyperOS 4, rather than adapting the new system to older Android 16 bases. Devices such as the REDMI Note 13 Pro 4G, REDMI Note 14S, REDMI A5 4G, POCO C71, POCO M6 Pro 4G, and POCO X6 5G have yet to receive any HyperOS 4 updates or enter testing stages.
Security Update Support Continues Despite No HyperOS 4
Many of these models have active security support through 2028 or 2029. For example, the REDMI Note 13 Pro series and POCO M6 Pro have security updates planned until early 2028, while the REDMI A5 4G is supported until April 2029. Despite this, official HyperOS 4 builds for these Android 16 devices have not appeared, pointing to a limited rollout focused mainly on devices running Android 17 or later.
Implications for Xiaomi’s Update Policy
Xiaomi appears committed to offering longer update lives overall but may avoid backporting major HyperOS versions to legacy Android bases. The company’s support prioritizes adapting HyperOS 4 to newer Android 17 devices, aligning with their strategy to maximize upgrade efficiency and performance.
Users with Android 16 devices, especially those on lower-end models, should not expect HyperOS 4 updates. For checking HyperOS 4 update status and eligibility, users can refer to resources like the MemeOS Enhancer app, which tracks HyperOS 4 availability and device support information.
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Your web page says that the 13T doesn’t have HyperOS 3, yet it does have it officially (at least in Europe).
Please check.