Xiaomi is accelerating its software transition, confirming that nine more smartphones will reach end-of-life status this month—ceasing all future updates—as the company pivots development resources toward its next-gen HyperOS 3 platform. The move signals a decisive shift away from older hardware and even current HyperOS 2 iterations, prioritizing a unified ecosystem for 2025 and beyond.
The Final Wave of Goodbyes
According to Xiaomi’s official roadmap, devices like the Redmi Note 11S, Redmi 10 (2022), and POCO M4 Pro 5G will stop receiving security patches or OS upgrades after July 2025. The list also includes aging flagships such as the Xiaomi 11T, alongside budget staples like the Redmi Note 10 JE.
đŸ”— For the full list of discontinued devices, see XiaomiTime’s exclusive report.
HyperOS 2: Short-Lived Ambitions
HyperOS 2—launched just 10 months ago as a bridge between MIUI and Xiaomi’s "human-centric" ecosystem vision—has now been sidelined. Internal memos confirm HyperOS 2 development is frozen, with engineers reassigned to HyperOS 3. This abrupt deprioritization hints at scalability challenges; HyperOS 2 struggled with fragmentation across Xiaomi’s vast device portfolio.
đŸ”— Read XiaomiTime’s breakdown of the HyperOS 2 sunset here.
Why HyperOS 3?
Insiders suggest HyperOS 3 isn’t just an incremental update. Xiaomi aims to unify its phones, EVs, and smart home products under a single AI-driven architecture—addressing criticisms of ecosystem silos. GSMArena notes the pivot aligns with Xiaomi’s Q2 earnings strategy, targeting "efficiency gains" by trimming legacy support costs.
đŸ”— GSMArena’s analysis of Xiaomi’s software strategy details the stakes.
User Fallout and What’s Next
Affected device owners face a tough choice: cling to outdated software or upgrade hardware. While Xiaomi promises 4+ years of support for post-2023 flagships, mid-range models face shorter lifespans. Critics argue the rapid HyperOS transitions risk alienating budget users—a key Xiaomi demographic.
The HyperOS 3 developer beta is expected in August, with a public rollout pegged for Xiaomi 15 series devices this October. For now, Xiaomi’s message is clear: adapt or obsolesce.
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