Since the first HyperOS version was released, the HyperOS has already garnered media attention. We are already seeing HyperOS 2.1’s incredible features and enhancements. The Hyper OS 2.1 upgrade also includes some new animations and some intriguing AI enhancements.
It is anticipated that HyperOS 2.1 will be released in February. The Chinese New Year is relevant to this.
Let’s check out the release date and the rollout timeline for this update:
| Version | Release Date |
|---|---|
| HyperOS 1.0 | Late 2023 |
| HyperOS 2.0 | Early 2024 |
| HyperOS 2.1 | March 2025 (Phase 1) |
| HyperOS 2.1 | Mid-2025 (Phase 2) |
| HyperOS 2.1 | Late 2025 (Phase 3) |
| HyperOS 3.0 | Early 2026 |
The list of the first devices to get the HyperOS 2.1 update has been made public by Xiaomi. The majority of these are high-end models, but the update will probably be released for more devices in the future.
| Device Name | Update Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 14 Ultra | First Batch | Will receive the update first. |
| Xiaomi 13 | First Batch | Will receive the update first. |
| Xiaomi 13 Pro | First Batch | Will receive the update first. |
| Xiaomi 14 | Coming Soon | Expected in later phases. |
| Xiaomi 15 | Coming Soon | Expected in later phases. |
| Xiaomi 13 Ultra | Coming Soon | Expected in later phases. |
| Redmi K80 | Unconfirmed | Likely to receive the update later. |
| Redmi K80 Pro | Unconfirmed | Likely to receive the update later. |
| Redmi K70 Ultra | Unconfirmed | Likely to receive the update later. |
You will be among the first to test out HyperOS 2.1 if you own one of these phones. The update will be released later for more Xiaomi devices, such as the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 15, and Xiaomi 13 Ultra. After the Chinese New Year, Xiaomi is probably going to release a complete list of devices that qualify.
There are a ton of enhancements and new features in HyperOS 2.1. The highlights are as follows:
There are now more intelligent features in the gallery app to enhance and correct your photos. AI can be used to expand images, improve image quality, and eliminate undesired items.
Inspired by iOS 18, Xiaomi has included a torch (flashlight) capability. It functions flawlessly and has a sleek appearance, particularly on premium phones.
Whether you are playing games or navigating between apps, the update makes your phone operate more smoothly and quickly.
Xiaomi’s “1+3+8” plan guarantees that your phone receives upgrades on a regular basis. This entails enhancements, bug repairs, and new features all year round.
The HyperOS 2.1 Update’s New Dynamic Wallpapers are now available for download from the Theme Store. With the aid of this upgrade, they add more customizations to the system. You must manually enable India ROM as a video background from the Gallery or File Manager if you are using it.
It’s Xiaomi’s latest software update with new features, AI tools, and performance improvements.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Xiaomi 13, and Xiaomi 13 Pro will get it first. More devices will follow later.
You’ll get better photo editing, a new torch control, smoother performance, and regular updates.
It’s expected to roll out globally after the Chinese New Year, but the exact date isn’t confirmed yet.
For Xiaomi, HyperOS 2.1 is a significant advancement rather than merely a minor upgrade. Better performance, more intelligent AI tools, and features modeled after cutting-edge technology like iOS are all included. Xiaomi intends to provide the update for additional devices soon, albeit it begins with flagship phones.
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