Recently, after dropping support for 11 of its smartphones and tablets, Xiaomi took a pause in developing the next generation of its firmware. Well-known Chinese insider Digital Chat Station reported that the new generation of custom skins based on the next version of Android will arrive later than previous rumors suggested. Let us note right away: this is a leak, not an official HyperOS 4 announcement, so the dates should be taken with caution. Below, we’ll break down what exactly has changed in the timeline, who it affects, and whether it’s worth keeping the update in mind right now.

Everything about the HyperOS 4 release timeline

When Will the HyperOS 4 Update Be Released

Previously, rumors pointed to a possible July debut for HyperOS 4, but the insider’s new post indicates a schedule shift. According to his information, the first next-generation operating systems will start rolling out in August, with some manufacturers stretching the launch into September and October.

It’s important to understand: this is based on the insider’s poll, not an official roadmap. Along with Xiaomi HyperOS 4, competing skins are mentioned: OPPO ColorOS 17, vivo OriginOS 7, and Honor MagicOS 11. In other words, this is more of an estimate for the entire market, roughly indicating when manufacturers will update their firmware to the new version of Android.

What’s New in HyperOS 4

Based on accumulated leaks, HyperOS 4 could become the biggest shell update since its inception. None of the features have been officially confirmed by Xiaomi, but rumors from recent months paint not a routine update but a serious overhaul.

Some HyperOS 4 features are already known

Among the expected features are:

  • a redesigned interface with visual effects in the spirit of “liquid glass”;
  • porting some system apps to the Rust programming language, which promises faster and more secure performance;
  • new system features with artificial intelligence;
  • smoother animations and transitions;
  • improved linking of Xiaomi devices to each other (HyperConnect);
  • Android 17 as the foundation.

All of this is still at the rumor level, so promises about “the biggest update” should be kept in mind with the caveat that there are no official confirmations.

Which Xiaomi Devices Will Get Android 17

The timeline shift is also confirmed by Xiaomi’s own internal activity. In recent days, new engineering firmware builds have been spotted online for a large number of models:

  • Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica & Leitzphone;
  • Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro;
  • Xiaomi Pad 8;
  • Xiaomi 17;
  • Xiaomi 17 Pro Max;
  • Xiaomi 17 Pro;
  • POCO F8 Ultra, REDMI K90 Pro Max;
  • POCO F8 Pro, REDMI K90;
  • Xiaomi 14 Pro;
  • POCO X8 Pro Max, REDMI Turbo 5 Max;
  • Xiaomi MIX FOLD 4;
  • Xiaomi 14 Ultra;
  • REDMI K Pad, Xiaomi Pad Mini;
  • Xiaomi 15 Ultra;
  • Xiaomi 14 CIVI, Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro;
  • POCO F7 Ultra, REDMI K80 Pro;
  • Xiaomi 13 Pro;
  • POCO Pad M1, Redmi Pad 2 Pro;
  • POCO X6 Pro, Redmi K70E;
  • Redmi Pad Pro 5G;
  • POCO Pad, Redmi Pad Pro;
  • Xiaomi 13;
  • Redmi K60 Pro;
  • POCO F6, Redmi Turbo 3;
  • Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4;
  • POCO X6 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro;
  • POCO M7 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 14;
  • Redmi Note 14 Pro+;
  • POCO F7, REDMI Turbo 4 Pro;
  • Redmi Note 13 Pro+;
  • Xiaomi 13 Ultra;
  • POCO X7, Redmi Note 14 Pro;
  • REDMI K90 Max;
  • POCO F6 Pro, Redmi K70;
  • POCO F7 Pro, REDMI K80;
  • Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro 12.5;
  • Xiaomi Mix Fold 3;
  • REDMI Note 15 Pro;
  • Xiaomi MIX FLIP;
  • Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro;
  • POCO Pad X1, Xiaomi Pad 7;
  • Xiaomi 14T;
  • Xiaomi 15T Pro;
  • POCO X8 Pro, POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition, REDMI Turbo 5;
  • Xiaomi 17T Pro;
  • Xiaomi 17T;
  • Xiaomi 17 Max;
  • POCO C75, Redmi 14C, Redmi A3 Pro;
  • Xiaomi 15;
  • Redmi K60 Ultra, Xiaomi 13T Pro;
  • Xiaomi 14;
  • Xiaomi 15 Pro;
  • REDMI K80 Ultra;
  • Redmi K70 Ultra, Xiaomi 14T Pro;
  • Xiaomi MIX FLIP 2.

These devices will soon receive not HyperOS 4, but HyperOS 3.3 based on Android 17. Simply put, the company first polishes the current version on the new Android foundation and only then moves on to the next major shell update. For users, this means the nearest update that will actually arrive on your phone is specifically 3.3, not the long-awaited version four.

Should You Wait for HyperOS 4 and What to Do with Your Xiaomi Now

The HyperOS 3.3 update will come first

The practical takeaway is simple. If you were counting on HyperOS 4 this summer, you should lower your expectations: the realistic window now starts in August, and there’s still no exact official date. In the near future, most current Xiaomi, POCO, and Redmi smartphones and tablets will receive the interim HyperOS 3.3 on Android 17 — that’s the one to look forward to first.

Chasing beta versions for an early version four makes little sense: for now, it’s a collection of leaks, not a finished product. It’s wiser to wait for a stable release and the official list of supported devices to understand whether the major update will reach your specific model.