New Delhi: Xiaomi has announced the global rollout schedule for HyperOS 4, its latest software upgrade based on Android 17, bringing a major update to smartphones and tablets across its Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO brands. The stable version began rolling out in November 2026, with eligible devices scheduled to receive the update in three phases extending through December.
The announcement, made through Xiaomi’s official HyperOS channels on November 4, gives users a clearer idea of when their devices can expect the new software. The company has divided the rollout into early November, mid-November and December batches.
The update covers 67 smartphones and 15 tablets, according to the published global schedule. It introduces a redesigned interface, artificial intelligence features, improved device connectivity and system optimisations.
However, Xiaomi has clarified that the rollout will happen gradually. The schedule indicates when updates are expected to begin, not a guaranteed installation date for every device. Availability may differ depending on the model, region and software distribution process.
HyperOS 4 rollout begins in November
Xiaomi has divided the global stable update into three major phases.
The first phase started in early November and covers several recent flagship, mid-range and budget devices. The second phase is scheduled to begin in mid-November, while older supported models are expected to receive the update from December.
The early-November list includes the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 15 families, selected Redmi Note 15 and Note 17 models, Redmi 17 series and several POCO F8 and X8 devices.
The mid-November phase focuses on the Xiaomi 15T series, POCO F7 and F9 families, and selected Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO tablets.
The December phase extends support to older flagship devices, including the Xiaomi 13 and 14 series, Xiaomi MIX Flip, Redmi Note 14 family and POCO F6 series.
The company has not provided exact dates for individual smartphones. Therefore, users should treat the announced periods as rollout windows rather than fixed deadlines.
Full list of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones eligible
The official global schedule includes devices from all three brands. The following list groups the supported models according to their expected rollout period.
Early November 2026
Xiaomi smartphones
- Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Xiaomi 17
- Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Xiaomi 17T
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Xiaomi 15
- Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi
Redmi smartphones
- Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
- Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
- Redmi Note 17 5G
- Redmi Note 17
- Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G
- Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G
- Redmi Note 15 Pro
- Redmi Note 15 5G
- Redmi Note 15
- Redmi 17 5G
- Redmi 17
- Redmi 17C 5G
- Redmi 15C 5G
- Redmi 15C
POCO smartphones
- POCO F8 Ultra
- POCO F8 Pro
- POCO X8 Pro Max
- POCO X8 Pro
- POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition
- POCO X8
- POCO M8 Pro
- POCO M8
- POCO C95 Pro
- POCO C85
Tablets
- Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 8
Mid-November 2026
Xiaomi smartphones
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Xiaomi 15
- Xiaomi 15T Pro
- Xiaomi 15T
Redmi smartphones
- Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
- Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
- Redmi Note 17 5G
- Redmi Note 17
POCO smartphones
- POCO F9 Ultra
- POCO F9 Pro
- POCO F7 Ultra
- POCO F7 Pro
- POCO F7
- POCO X7 Pro
- POCO X7 Pro Iron Man Edition
- POCO X8
Tablets
- Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 7
- Xiaomi Pad Mini
- Redmi Pad 2 Pro 5G
- Redmi Pad 2 Pro
- POCO Pad X1
- POCO Pad M1
December 2026
Xiaomi smartphones
- Xiaomi MIX Flip
- Xiaomi 14 Ultra
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Xiaomi 13
- Xiaomi 14T Pro
- Xiaomi 14T
- Xiaomi 13T Pro
- Xiaomi 13T
Redmi smartphones
- Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- Redmi Note 14 Pro
- Redmi Note 14 5G
- Redmi Note 14
- Redmi 15 5G
- Redmi 15
- Redmi Note 14S
- Redmi A7 Pro
POCO smartphones
- POCO F6 Pro
- POCO F6
- POCO X8s
- POCO X7
- POCO X6 Pro
- POCO M8s 5G
- POCO M7
- POCO C81 Pro
Tablets
- Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
- Redmi Pad 2 9.7
- Redmi Pad 2 9.7 4G
- Redmi Pad 2
- Redmi Pad 2 4G
- POCO Pad C1
The schedule is based on Xiaomi’s published global eligibility list. Some models may have different names or availability in individual markets, so users should verify their specific regional variant before expecting the update.
HyperOS 4 brings a redesigned interface
One of the most visible changes in HyperOS 4 is Xiaomi’s new Soft Light Glass design.
The interface uses translucent panels and layered visual elements to give the operating system a refreshed appearance. The design also introduces changes to notifications, lock-screen customisation and home-screen organisation.
The new interface includes stacked notifications, allowing users to manage alerts in a more organised way. Lock-screen styling options provide additional customisation, while resizable home-screen folders offer more flexibility when arranging applications.
The visual approach has similarities to Apple’s Liquid Glass interface, although Xiaomi has incorporated the design into its own operating-system environment.
Beyond appearance, the update is intended to improve the overall experience of navigating the device and managing frequently used applications.
AI features and improved device connectivity
Artificial intelligence is another important part of the HyperOS 4 upgrade.
Xiaomi’s official HyperOS information highlights features under its HyperAI platform, including AI Speech Recognition, AI Voice Notes, AI Translate Conversation and AI-powered creative tools.
AI Speech Recognition is designed to convert spoken content into text, while AI Voice Notes can help users capture and organise information from conversations or recordings.
AI Translate Conversation is intended to make face-to-face multilingual communication easier. Other AI tools include features for searching photographs and assisting with creative tasks.
The update also emphasises connectivity between Xiaomi devices. Its Smart Hub is designed to make it easier to manage connected products and share information across the company’s ecosystem.
Xiaomi has also highlighted improved file and photo sharing with Apple devices, including iPhones. This could make the software more convenient for users who own products from different manufacturers.
The availability of individual AI features may depend on the device, region, language support and hardware capabilities.
Older Xiaomi phones may miss the update
Although the HyperOS 4 eligibility list covers a large number of devices, not every Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphone will receive the upgrade.
Some older models have not appeared on Xiaomi’s official global schedule. Reports have mentioned devices such as the Redmi K60 Pro, Redmi K70 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and POCO X6 5G among phones that may miss out.
However, Xiaomi’s published list should be treated as the primary reference. The absence of a model from the current schedule does not necessarily establish a permanent decision about all future software support.
Users should also distinguish between receiving a new HyperOS version and receiving a particular Android version. Software upgrades and Android-version eligibility can differ depending on the device’s support policy.
How to check for the HyperOS 4 update
Users with eligible smartphones can manually check whether the update has reached their devices.
The general procedure is:
- Open Settings on the Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone.
- Select About phone.
- Tap the HyperOS version or system update section.
- Select Check for updates.
- If HyperOS 4 is available, follow the instructions to download and install it.
Before beginning the installation, users should back up important photographs, documents and other data. Xiaomi recommends keeping sufficient free storage available; around 10GB is a useful preparation target for a major system upgrade.
The phone should also have adequate battery charge, preferably above 50 per cent, or remain connected to a charger during installation. Users should download updates only through official system-update channels.
If the update does not appear immediately, there is no need to assume that the device has been excluded. The phased rollout means eligible phones may receive notifications at different times.
What Indian Xiaomi users should know
Xiaomi has published a global schedule rather than a separate India-specific calendar. Indian users with eligible global models can use the announced phases as a guide, but the company has not guaranteed an identical release date for every Indian device.
Regional software variants, model differences and the staged distribution process can affect when an update becomes available.
For Indian customers, the most practical step is to check the exact model number and software-update section on the phone. A device belonging to an eligible product family does not always guarantee that every regional variant will receive the update at the same time.
The launch is a significant software upgrade for Xiaomi’s ecosystem, bringing together a redesigned interface, AI tools and improved connectivity across a wide range of devices. With the rollout scheduled to continue through December, users will have to watch their device-update notifications for the arrival of HyperOS 4.