In 2017, Xiaomi start working on a new operating system (OS) design to solve the problems cause by different device operating systems and problems with interoperability in the Internet of Things (IoT).
This OS was develop to bring all Xiaomi ecosystem devices together, ensuring top performance, a consistent user experience, and easy connectivity within the Xiaomi ecosystem.
While in 2023, Xiaomi introduce it’s Operating System (OS) as HyperOS.
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What is HyperOS?
HyperOS is an operating system that is focus on people and was made for a smart ecosystem that includes people, cars, and homes.
It help to complete refactoring to make the most of the hardware capabilities of devices, ensuring smooth performance and effective resource scheduling.
HyperOS lets powerful devices do computing faster, gives important tasks quick scheduling, and lets lightweight devices perform flexible distribute computing.
This new operating system employs an extremely lightweight file system for continuous performance and reduce storage occupancy.
It also enhances OTA upgrades and boasts superior heterogeneous compatibility, supporting various file systems and processor platforms.
HyperOS focuses on an “Alive Design Philosophy” with comfortable, fluid, and diverse graphics subsystem restructuring, enabling high-quality rendering and dynamic visuals.
It also focuses on end-to-end security, featuring hardware-level protection, self-develop TEE (Trusted Execution Environment), and strengthened system app security.
Launch Date of HyperOS
As HyperOS was first announce in China with the Xiaomi 14 series in October 2023.
HyperOS vs MIUI
HyperOS differs significantly from MIUI as it’s built on AOSP (Android Open Source Project) and Xiaomi’s Vela system, in contrast to MIUI’s reliance on Google’s Android.
This change allows it to efficiently run on devices with varying RAM sizes and grants Xiaomi more flexibility in selecting features, free from Google’s service constraints.
Android 14-based HyperOS gives improve performance, faster boot times, and smooth background operations.
It’s compatible with a wide range of Xiaomi ecosystem devices, such as smartphones, watches, and TVs, making it a promising choice for those seeking innovative features.
Features of HyperOS
User Interface Enhancements
- Design : HyperOS maintains a similar design to MIUI but offers a more refine and clutter-free interface. It stands out by having fewer pre-install applications and less bloatware, resulting in a cleaner and more streamlined user experience.
- Animation Quality : HyperOS boasts smoother, more refine animations, offering a sophisticated touch compare to MIUI’s more dynamic and whimsical style.
- Customization : HyperOS introduces numerous customization options within both system settings and individual apps. For example, you can now easily extract a portion of an image by tapping on it, allowing them to use it as a sticker or simply copy it. Also, when accessing WiFi or Bluetooth settings via the command center, HyperOS displays a separate tab presenting available devices, mirroring the user-friendly approach seen in iOS. Now the Weather app provides not only essential weather information but also conveys the real feel of the current conditions outside. HyperOS also introduces a Dynamic Island-like animation for phone charging. It elevates multitasking with improve floating window and split-screen functionalities. Also, the lock screen is more customizable, offering various styles and effects for a personalize user experience.
Performance Upgrades
- Storage : HyperOS has more storage-efficient than MIUI, using about 30% less space than MIUI 14, which contributes to a smoother performance.
- Enhanced RAM Management : HyperOS improves RAM utilization, allowing applications to remain active longer and reducing the frequency of app reloads.
- Advanced System Operations : HyperOS has optimized resource allocation and power management, potentially extending battery life.
AI-Driven Features
HyperOS integrates cutting-edge AI capabilities, such as AI-enhance text recognition from images, advance speech generation, and intelligent image search.
The operating system enhances device interconnectivity via Xiaomi’s HyperConnect and Hypermind technologies, augmenting the functionality of smartphones, smartwatches, and smart home devices within the Xiaomi ecosystem.
HyperOS supports seamless device switching, remote data, and app access, and offers faster app loading times.
Devices to Get HyperOS Update?
Xiaomi officially confirm the global availability of HyperOS through its MIUI account. The announcement said that HyperOS will be roll out to select Xiaomi and Redmi devices in the first quarter of 2024.
The devices include in the rollout plan are as follows:
- Xiaomi 11 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 11T Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 11X Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 11i Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 12 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 12T Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 12S Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 13 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi 13T series (January 2024)
- Xiaomi 14 Series (Pre-Installed with HyperOS)
- Xiaomi Mix Fold series and Xiaomi Civi Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Xiaomi Pad 6 Series (January 2024)
- Xiaomi Pad 5 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi K40 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi K50 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi K60 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi 11 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi 11 Prime (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi 12 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi Note 12 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi 12C (January 2024)
- Redmi Note 13 Series (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi Pad (First Quarter of 2024)
- Redmi Pad SE (First Quarter of 2024)
- Poco M6 Pro 5G (First Quarter of 2024)
- Poco C51 (First Quarter of 2024)
- Poco C55 (First Quarter of 2024)
- Poco F5 (January 2024)
While Poco X Series, Poco F Series, and Poco M Series devices are expect to get the update in the same timeline.
Xiaomi has start to rolling out HyperOS in India starting from January 2024.
Poco F5 is the first device to receive the update in India.
Xiaomi has plans to release HyperOS based on Android 13, for older Xiaomi devices in the second quarter of 2024.
So, it’s important to note that these devices may not have all the features of the full HyperOS package.
