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{{Short description|Android and NuttX-based operating system developed by Xiaomi}}
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{{Infobox OS
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| name = Xiaomi HyperOS
| name = Xiaomi HyperOS
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| logo = [[File:Xiaomi HyperOS logo.svg|250px|Xiaomi_HyperOS_logo]]
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| developer = [[Xiaomi|Xiaomi Inc.]]
| developer = [[Xiaomi|Xiaomi Inc.]]
| family = [List of custom Android distributions|<nowiki>Android-like OS]] (Android-based </nowiki>[[Linux]] OS)
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| working_state =
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| source_model = [[open-source software|Open source]] (Modified Android Base and Main Framework) with [[Proprietary software|Proprietary]] components (Xiaomi HyperOS Apps and Kits)
| source_model = [[Closed-source]] with [[Open-source software|open-source]] components
| released = 1.0.1.0 / {{start date and age|df=yes|2023|10|01}}
| released = 1.0.1.0 / {{start date and age|df=yes|2023|10|26}}
| latest_release_version = '''HyperOS:'''<br />1.0.39.0 China<br />1.0.16.0 Global<br />
| latest_release_version = 2.0.12.0.VOBCNXM (HyperOS 2) {{Start date and age|2024|10|30}} (China) <br/>1.0.10.0.UNPMIXM {{Start date and age|2024|11|29}} (Global)
| latest preview version = OS2.0.240823.1.VNLCNXM (HyperOS 2)
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| latest preview version = 1.0.24.4.22 (China)
| latest preview date = {{start date and age|df=yes|2024|08|23}}
| marketing_target = Stock firmware for Xiaomi's smartphones and tablets<br/>Operating System for Xiaomi's line of automobiles and IoT devices
| latest preview date = {{start date and age|df=yes|2024|04|22}}
| language = 82 languages (varies by country)
| frequently_updated = Yes
| programmed_in = [[C (programming language)|C]], [[C++]], [[Java (programming language)|Java]]
| marketing_target = Alternative OS replacement for [[Android (operating system)|Android]] devices;<br />Stock firmware for Xiaomi smartphone and tablet
| updatemodel = [[Over-the-air update|Over-the-air]]
| language = 77 languages (varies by country)
| package_manager = [[apk (file format)|Android application package]]|
| programmed_in = [[C (bahasa pemrograman)|C]], [[C++]], [[Java (bahasa pemrograman)|Java]]
| supported_platforms = [[AArch64|ARM64]]
| updatemodel = [[Updater (Xiaomi HyperOS)|Updater]]
| kernel_type = [[NuttX]]<br/>[[Xiaomi HyperCore Kernel]]
| package_manager = [Android application package|<nowiki>APK]]-based</nowiki>
| ui = [[Graphical user interface|Graphical]]
| supported_platforms = [[64-bit]] ARMv8a
| kernel_type = [[Vela kernel]], and [[kernel Linux]]
| ui = [[Antarmuka Pengguna Grafis|APG]] ([[multi touch]])
| license = [[Proprietary software|Proprietary]]
| license = [[Proprietary software|Proprietary]]
| website = {{URL|https://www.mi.com/global/hyperos}} (Global)
| website = {{URL|https://www.mi.com/global/hyperos}} (Global)
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{{URL|https://hyperos.mi.com}} (Mainland China)
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| c = 小米澎湃OS
| p = Xiǎomǐ Péngpài OS
| l = Xiaomi Surge OS
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| p2 = Péngpài OS
| l2 = Surge OS
| tp = Siaomi Pengpai OS
| bpmf = ㄒㄧㄠˇㄇㄧˇㄆㄥˊㄆㄞˋ
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}}
}}
'''HyperOS''' ({{Zh|c=澎湃OS|p=Pēngbài OS|l=Surge OS}}), officially named '''Xiaomi HyperOS''' ({{Zh|c=小米澎湃OS|p=Xiǎomǐ pēngbài OS|l=Xiaomi Surge OS}}), is an [[operating system]] developed by [[Xiaomi]] unifying [[MIUI]], Xiaomi's Vela OS, Mina OS and car-focused operating system's software architecture<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=雷军:小米澎湃 OS 经过 13 年探索,统一 MIUI、车机等软件架构 - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/812.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref> for its [[Smartphone|smartphones]], [[Internet of things|IoT]] devices and other Xiaomi hardware such as its [[Car|automobiles]]. It is replacing MIUI gradually in 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Pandey |first=Rajesh |date=2023-10-17 |title=So long, MIUI: Xiaomi announces HyperOS |url=https://www.androidpolice.com/so-long-miui-xiaomi-announces-hyperos/ |access-date=2023-10-17 |website=Android Police |language=en}}</ref>
'''HyperOS ('''{{Zh|c=澎湃OS|p=Péngpài OS|l=Surge OS}}), officially named '''Xiaomi HyperOS''' ({{Zh|c=小米澎湃OS|p=Xiǎomǐ Péngpài OS}}), is an [[operating system]] developed by [[Xiaomi]]. It unifies [[MIUI]], Vela OS, Mina OS and car-focused operating system's software architecture for [[smartphone]]s, [[Internet of things|IoT]] devices and other Xiaomi hardware including automobiles.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=雷军:小米澎湃 OS 经过 13 年探索,统一 MIUI、车机等软件架构 - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/812.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref> It was announced on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside [[Xiaomi 14|Xiaomi 14 Series]] on October 26, 2023.<ref name="Sharma">{{Cite web |last=Sharma |first=Adamya |date=2023-10-17 |title=Xiaomi is retiring MIUI after 13 long years and replacing it with a brand new OS |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-hyperos-3376622/ |access-date=2023-10-17 |website=Android Authority |language=en}}</ref><ref name="ithome.com">{{Cite web |title=雷军:小米"新十年"将长期深耕底层技术、逐步形成引领,开启"人车家全生态" - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/767.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-10-17 |title=Prepare for the forthcoming evolution of Xiaomi's operating system |url=https://x.com/XiaomiHyperOS_/status/1714163184859549871?t=hOR8MRUAsBUXUiPjVKUshA&s=19 |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=[[Twitter]]}}</ref> It is gradually replacing MIUI as of 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Pandey |first=Rajesh |date=2023-10-17 |title=So long, MIUI: Xiaomi announces HyperOS |url=https://www.androidpolice.com/so-long-miui-xiaomi-announces-hyperos/ |access-date=2023-10-17 |website=Android Police |language=en}}</ref>


In 2017, Xiaomi was developing Xiaomi Vela OS to use with its own IoT devices. It is based on NuttX<ref>{{Cite web |title=Xiaomi Vela - 小米物联网嵌入式软件平台 |url=https://iot.mi.com/vela |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=iot.mi.com}}</ref> and was announced in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |title=小米推出物联网软件平台小米Vela,可打通IoT应用 - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/517/832.htm |access-date=2023-10-31 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Balaji |first=S |date=November 5, 2020 |title=Xiaomi launches a new IoT Software Platform "Xiaomi Vela" based on NuttX OS |url=https://www.gizmochina.com/2020/11/05/xiaomi-launches-a-new-iot-software-platform-xiaomi-vela-based-on-nuttx-os/ |access-date=October 31, 2023 |website=Gizmochina}}</ref> In 2019, Xiaomi pre-developed Xiaomi Mina OS, a [[microkernel]] security system.<ref name=":0" /> In 2021, following its decision to make automobiles, Xiaomi was developing its own car-focused operating system.<ref name=":0" />
HyperOS also introduces smoother animations, faster boot times for applications, and improved retention of apps in background memory. While it does not make major visual changes to the UI, users can expect minor tweaks and new customization options for the lock screen.


In 2022, Xiaomi decided to unify the aforementioned operating systems' software architecture, and HyperOS has finished its [[research and development]].<ref name=":0" />
With HyperOS, Xiaomi wants to make a "[https://www.mi.com/global/discover/article?id=3190 Human x Car x Home]" smart ecosystem.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Xiaomi HyperOS {{!}} Xiaomi Global |url=https://www.mi.com/global/hyperos-2023/ |access-date=2024-05-26 |website=Xiaomi |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |title=Redefining Connectivity: Xiaomi Debuts "Human x Car x Home" Smart Ecosystem |url=https://www.mi.com/global/discover/article?id=3190 |url-status=live |archive-url= |access-date=2024-06-21 |website=mi.com/global/}}</ref> This approach is to create one single operating system that works across different devices and not just smartphones, hence the "Car" and "Home".


The new operating system was announced on X and Weibo on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023.<ref name="Sharma"/><ref name="ithome.com"/> HyperOS was then officially launched in Beijing, with the first batch of compatible models announced.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Lei Jun: Xiaomi's "New Decade" Will Deeply Cultivate Underlying Technologies, Gradually Form Leadership, and Start the "All-Ecology of People, Cars, and Homes" - IT Home|url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/767.htm|website=www.ithome.com|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231126041729/https://www.ithome.com/0/726/767.htm|archive-date=2023-11-26|access-date=2023-10-23}}</ref> HyperOS was launched globally at MWC 2024 in Spain.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Rahman |first=Basith |date=2024-02-25 |title=MWC 2024: Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro Launched |url=https://www.mysmartprice.com/gear/mobiles/mobiles-news/xiaomi-14-ultra-xiaomi-14-xiaomi-pad-6s-pro-launched-mwc-2024/ |access-date=2024-10-13 |website=MySmartPrice}}</ref>
== History ==
In 2017, Xiaomi was developing Xiaomi Vela OS to use with its own IoT devices. It is based on NuttX<ref>{{Cite web |title=Xiaomi Vela - 小米物联网嵌入式软件平台 |url=https://iot.mi.com/vela |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=iot.mi.com}}</ref> and was announced in 2020.<ref>{{Cite web |title=小米推出物联网软件平台小米Vela,可打通IoT应用 - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/517/832.htm |access-date=2023-10-31 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Balaji |first=S |date=November 5, 2020 |title=Xiaomi launches a new IoT Software Platform "Xiaomi Vela" based on NuttX OS |url=https://www.gizmochina.com/2020/11/05/xiaomi-launches-a-new-iot-software-platform-xiaomi-vela-based-on-nuttx-os/ |access-date=October 31, 2023 |website=Gizmochina}}</ref>


== Controversies ==
In 2019, Xiaomi pre-developed Xiaomi Mina OS, a [[microkernel]] security system.<ref name=":0" />


=== Alleged name change before release ===
In 2021, following it's decision to make automobiles, Xiaomi was developing its own car-focused operating system.<ref name=":0" />
In August 2023, during the promotional phase of the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition after its release, Xiaomi stated that this phone would be among the first to upgrade to MIUI 15, promising five years of OTA updates.<ref>{{cite web |author1=PChome |title=Redmi K60 Extreme Edition First to Upgrade to MIUI 15: 5 Years of OTA Updates |url=https://finance.sina.com.cn/tech/mobile/n/n/2023-08-23/doc-imziciwu1338456.shtml |website=Sina Tech|date=23 August 2023 }}</ref> However, Xiaomi ultimately did not release MIUI 15 but instead officially announced Xiaomi HyperOS. Some netizens believe that Xiaomi HyperOS was a temporary rebranding of MIUI 15 for promotional convenience. Additionally, on November 4, 2023, during a Bilibili live stream by the Chinese digital media Geekerwan, the host Yunfei revealed that the system version sent for media testing in September for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was MIUI 15, not HyperOS.<ref>{{cite web|author1=Night Can't Sleep Meow|title=Geekerwan's Sharp Review of Xiaomi HyperOS (Supplement)|url=https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1L94y1A762/|website=Bilibili}}</ref>


Xiaomi has not explained the cancellation of MIUI 15, and the promotional material regarding the five-year system OTA updates for the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition has not been retracted. On December 1, 2023, the first official version of Xiaomi HyperOS was pushed to this model.
In 2022, Xiaomi decided to unity the aforementioned operating systems' software architecture, and HyperOS has finished it's [[research and development]].<ref name=":0" />


=== Alleged "Android shell" ===
The new operating system was announced on X and Weibo on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023 at 7 p.m. [[Beijing Standard Time|CST]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sharma |first=Adamya |date=2023-10-17 |title=Xiaomi is retiring MIUI after 13 long years and replacing it with a brand new OS |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-hyperos-3376622/ |access-date=2023-10-17 |website=Android Authority |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=雷军:小米"新十年"将长期深耕底层技术、逐步形成引领,开启"人车家全生态" - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/767.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref>
Similar to the Harmony OS, Xiaomi HyperOS faced widespread netizen controversy over whether it was entirely self-developed and accusations of being an "Android shell" upon its unveiling. Addressing this controversy, Jin Fan, Vice President of Xiaomi Group's Mobile Department and head of the System Software Department, stated in an interview with Flypig that Xiaomi has the capability to use its own kernel or the Linux kernel to launch an operating system functionally and UI-wise identical to the released HyperOS. He suggested that the reason Xiaomi uses the Android kernel for phones and tablets is due to considerations of the existing software ecosystem.<ref>{{Cite web|title=We Questioned Jin Fan, "Lei Jun Jin Fan" That Jin Fan_哔哩哔哩_bilibili|url=https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1QN411L7yZ/|website=www.bilibili.com|language=zh-Hans|last=flypig's Small Account|access-date=2024-02-21}}</ref>


=== Restrictions on unlocking the bootloader ===
MIUI's WeChat and Weibo's account has been changed to Xiaomi HyperOS on October 20, 2023 and October 23, 2023 respectively.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=MIUI 公众号更名"小米澎湃 OS",13 年系统命名迎来完结 - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/423.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=彻底告别!MIUI 官微改名为"小米澎湃 OS" - IT之家 |url=https://www.ithome.com/0/726/742.htm |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=www.ithome.com}}</ref>


To prevent users from [[Game cheats|cheating in video games]], engaging in illegal activities, or other violations after obtaining root access to their phones, and to avoid some users attributing to Xiaomi bugs that, due to modifying the system, Xiaomi has gradually restricted the ability to unlock the [[bootloader]] on phones sold in mainland China since the release of HyperOS. Also, HyperOS updates, or upgrades from MIUI, are not available for unlocked phones.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Exclusive: Your Xiaomi phone won't get HyperOS updates if you unlock the bootloader - Android Authority|date=8 November 2023 |url=https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-hyperos-bootloader-unlock-3383687/|access-date=2024-10-11}}</ref>
A leaked version of HyperOS V1 for phones was analyzed, it is developed as MIUI 15.<ref name=":1" /> The leaked version does not contain any code for HyperOS. MIUI 15 was also mentioned in Xiaomi's Redmi K60 Ultra event.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Abdullah |date=2023-08-15 |title=Xiaomi Unveils Screenshots of MIUI 15: What to Expect |url=https://www.gizchina.com/2023/08/15/xiaomi-miui15-update/ |access-date=2023-10-23 |website=Gizchina.com |language=en-US}}</ref> HyperOS V1 for phones is thought to have started converting from MIUI 15 in October 2023, with HyperOS features being added later.


Additionally, users must now complete a quiz successfully to apply for bootloader unlocking. The time required for binding the phone has been shortened from 168 hours to 72 hours.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Xiaomi: Bootloader Unlocking Permissions for Hyper OS Will Be Open Only to Developers and Enthusiasts|publisher=IT Home|url=https://www.ithome.com/0/731/004.htm|language=Chinese|date=2023-11-08}}</ref> Xiaomi also imposes some restrictions on unlocking the bootloader for regions outside mainland China.
== New features ==
With the first version, Xiaomi aims to improve experience under-the-hood, leaving the UI mostly the same as MIUI to allow for a smooth transition. HyperOS introduced new features, including (according to Xiaomi's website)<ref name=":0" />:


[[XDA Developers]] has a forum on unlocking the Xiaomi bootloader without going through the company's procedure.<ref>{{cite web|title=Xiaomi HyperOS BootLoader Unlock / Bypass Xiaomi Requirements (Simplified Method)|website=XDA Forums|date=15 January 2024 |url=https://xdaforums.com/t/xiaomi-hyperos-bootloader-unlock-bypass-xiaomi-requirements-simplified-method.4651108/}} Ongoing discussion, started on 15 January 2024</ref>
* Comprehensive refactoring
* Extremely lightweight filesystem
* Improved OTA storage and performance for lightweight devices
* More support for different platforms and better compatibility with 20+ filesystems
* Less storage footprint (the OS takes less space than MIUI)
* Lock screen customization (like iOS)
* New render pipeline to better support the new customizations for the lock screen
* Better multitasking
* MiSans font, which was previously only available on Chinese ROMs


=== Technical white paper errors ===
==References==
On December 7, 2023, Xiaomi held a HyperOS experience communication meeting, explaining some details, underlying technical architecture, functions, and designs of HyperOS,<ref>{{Cite web|title=Xiaomi Releases HyperOS Technical White Paper Containing System Architecture and Key Technology Introduction|url=https://pingce.ifeng.com/c/8VKQCSiAaoB|website=pingce.ifeng.com|language=zh|access-date=2024-02-21}}</ref> and simultaneously released the HyperOS technical white paper. However, netizens discovered numerous typos and formatting errors due to document conversion in the publicly released white paper,<ref>{{Cite AV media|title=Xiaomi HyperOS White Paper Filled with Errors, Embarrassing!|url=https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1fw411b7BC/|via=_哔哩哔哩_Bilibili|language=zh-Hans|author=Xiaobai Smooth|medium=Video|date=9 December 2023}}</ref> sparking heated discussions online. Xiaomi has since corrected and re-uploaded the white paper to address these errors.
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==See also==
* [[List of custom Android distributions]]
* [[Comparison of mobile operating systems]]
* [[List of free and open-source Android applications]]


==External links==
==External links==
* [https://www.mi.com/global/hyperos English official website]

==References==
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Revision as of 15:36, 15 December 2024

Xiaomi HyperOS
Xiaomi_HyperOS_logo
DeveloperXiaomi Inc.
Written inC, C++, Java
OS familyAndroid
NuttX-based
Unix-like systems
Working stateCurrent
Source modelClosed-source with open-source components
Initial release1.0.1.0 / 26 October 2023; 14 months ago (2023-10-26)
Latest release2.0.12.0.VOBCNXM (HyperOS 2) October 30, 2024; 2 months ago (2024-10-30) (China)
1.0.10.0.UNPMIXM November 29, 2024; 33 days ago (2024-11-29) (Global)
Latest previewOS2.0.240823.1.VNLCNXM (HyperOS 2) / 23 August 2024; 4 months ago (2024-08-23)
Marketing targetStock firmware for Xiaomi's smartphones and tablets
Operating System for Xiaomi's line of automobiles and IoT devices
Available in82 languages (varies by country)
Update methodOver-the-air
Package managerAndroid application package
PlatformsARM64
Kernel typeNuttX
Xiaomi HyperCore Kernel
Default
user interface
Graphical
LicenseProprietary
Preceded byMIUI
Official websitewww.mi.com/global/hyperos (Global) hyperos.mi.com (Mainland China)
Xiaomi HyperOS
Chinese小米澎湃OS
Literal meaningXiaomi Surge OS
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinXiǎomǐ Péngpài OS
Bopomofoㄒㄧㄠˇㄇㄧˇㄆㄥˊㄆㄞˋ
Tongyong PinyinSiaomi Pengpai OS
HyperOS
Chinese澎湃OS
Literal meaningSurge OS
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinPéngpài OS
Bopomofoㄆㄥㄆㄞ˙
Tongyong PinyinPengpai OS

HyperOS (Chinese: 澎湃OS; pinyin: Péngpài OS; lit. 'Surge OS'), officially named Xiaomi HyperOS (Chinese: 小米澎湃OS; pinyin: Xiǎomǐ Péngpài OS), is an operating system developed by Xiaomi. It unifies MIUI, Vela OS, Mina OS and car-focused operating system's software architecture for smartphones, IoT devices and other Xiaomi hardware including automobiles.[1] It was announced on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023.[2][3][4] It is gradually replacing MIUI as of 2024.[5]

In 2017, Xiaomi was developing Xiaomi Vela OS to use with its own IoT devices. It is based on NuttX[6] and was announced in 2020.[7][8] In 2019, Xiaomi pre-developed Xiaomi Mina OS, a microkernel security system.[1] In 2021, following its decision to make automobiles, Xiaomi was developing its own car-focused operating system.[1]

In 2022, Xiaomi decided to unify the aforementioned operating systems' software architecture, and HyperOS has finished its research and development.[1]

The new operating system was announced on X and Weibo on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023.[2][3] HyperOS was then officially launched in Beijing, with the first batch of compatible models announced.[9] HyperOS was launched globally at MWC 2024 in Spain.[10]

Controversies

Alleged name change before release

In August 2023, during the promotional phase of the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition after its release, Xiaomi stated that this phone would be among the first to upgrade to MIUI 15, promising five years of OTA updates.[11] However, Xiaomi ultimately did not release MIUI 15 but instead officially announced Xiaomi HyperOS. Some netizens believe that Xiaomi HyperOS was a temporary rebranding of MIUI 15 for promotional convenience. Additionally, on November 4, 2023, during a Bilibili live stream by the Chinese digital media Geekerwan, the host Yunfei revealed that the system version sent for media testing in September for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was MIUI 15, not HyperOS.[12]

Xiaomi has not explained the cancellation of MIUI 15, and the promotional material regarding the five-year system OTA updates for the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition has not been retracted. On December 1, 2023, the first official version of Xiaomi HyperOS was pushed to this model.

Alleged "Android shell"

Similar to the Harmony OS, Xiaomi HyperOS faced widespread netizen controversy over whether it was entirely self-developed and accusations of being an "Android shell" upon its unveiling. Addressing this controversy, Jin Fan, Vice President of Xiaomi Group's Mobile Department and head of the System Software Department, stated in an interview with Flypig that Xiaomi has the capability to use its own kernel or the Linux kernel to launch an operating system functionally and UI-wise identical to the released HyperOS. He suggested that the reason Xiaomi uses the Android kernel for phones and tablets is due to considerations of the existing software ecosystem.[13]

Restrictions on unlocking the bootloader

To prevent users from cheating in video games, engaging in illegal activities, or other violations after obtaining root access to their phones, and to avoid some users attributing to Xiaomi bugs that, due to modifying the system, Xiaomi has gradually restricted the ability to unlock the bootloader on phones sold in mainland China since the release of HyperOS. Also, HyperOS updates, or upgrades from MIUI, are not available for unlocked phones.[14]

Additionally, users must now complete a quiz successfully to apply for bootloader unlocking. The time required for binding the phone has been shortened from 168 hours to 72 hours.[15] Xiaomi also imposes some restrictions on unlocking the bootloader for regions outside mainland China.

XDA Developers has a forum on unlocking the Xiaomi bootloader without going through the company's procedure.[16]

Technical white paper errors

On December 7, 2023, Xiaomi held a HyperOS experience communication meeting, explaining some details, underlying technical architecture, functions, and designs of HyperOS,[17] and simultaneously released the HyperOS technical white paper. However, netizens discovered numerous typos and formatting errors due to document conversion in the publicly released white paper,[18] sparking heated discussions online. Xiaomi has since corrected and re-uploaded the white paper to address these errors.

See also

References

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