The formal rollout of HyperOS 2.2 has begun, with the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro receiving beta releases first. This update improves and adds new capabilities to Xiaomi’s top-of-the-range mobiles, highlighting the company’s commitment to software quality. As China-region variations lead the way with this initial beta release, we have compiled a comprehensive list of what is new, what is modified, and how to securely update your device to this release.
Official build information
The beta of HyperOS 2.2 is now available on the Xiaomi 15 series with build numbers as follows:
- Xiaomi 15: OS2.0.200.7.VOCCNXM
- Xiaomi 15 Pro: OS2.0.200.1.VOBCNXM
These early beta releases are Xiaomi’s first move in rolling out the upgraded HyperOS 2.2 to users, building on the enhancements previously present in HyperOS 2.1 on China ROM versions.
Improvements in HyperOS 2.2
The update introduces a number of important enhancements to many areas of the system:
System Animations
Xiaomi has taken special care to make the user interface more streamlined through optimized animations:
- Enhanced interrupt animation while browsing application subpages
- Improved transition animations while switching between apps
- Enhanced animations while closing landscape-oriented apps
System Configuration
The personalisation options have been expanded with:
- Desktop wallpaper now supports blur effect
- Streamlined traditional page layouts throughout the system
Lock Screen
The lock screen is updated meaningfully:
- New oriental lock screen templates, enhanced fingerprint unlock animations like:
- Butterfly effect
- Patterns of Light Waves
- Vortex animations
Status Bar and Notifications
Numerous functional enhancements make daily application more convenient:
- Additional status bar icon support through customized display
- Expandable custom notifications
- Enhanced icon behavior of optimized signals (now no longer permanently visible)
System Navigation
The update also brings enhancements to navigation settings:
- Improved shortcut capability in system navigation mode in desktop settings
- Xiaomi keeps making incremental improvements to HyperOS with every release that reflect the company’s intent to refine user experience through thoughtful software tuning.
The release of the HyperOS 2.2 beta on Xiaomi’s 15 series is only the beginning, with other devices scheduled to be updated in the following days and weeks.
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