Xiaomi's HyperOS 1.5 Update Brings Major Improvements and Hints at Future Plans
Xiaomi has begun rolling out a significant update to its HyperOS Android skin, which we can unofficially dub HyperOS 1.5. This update, currently available for flagship devices like the Xiaomi 14 series and Redmi K60 Ultra, introduces a host of new features and optimizations that signal the company's commitment to enhancing user experience.
Key Highlights of the Update
- System Optimizations: Improved app launching speed, startup animations, and memory usage.
- Widget Enhancements: New travel assistant function for intelligent trip reminders.
- User Interface Tweaks: Refinements to the lock screen, calculator, and status bar.
- Bug Fixes: Addressing issues in various system apps including Notes, Albums, and File Manager.
The extensive changelog accompanying this update is a departure from Xiaomi's previous old boring changelogs, aligning with the company's recent promise to improve transparency and testing methods for HyperOS updates.
Looking Ahead: HyperOS 2.0 on the Horizon
This substantial mid-cycle update suggests that Xiaomi is wrapping up the HyperOS 1.0 era and paving the way for HyperOS 2.0, expected to be unveiled in October. The company is simultaneously preparing for the launch of new foldable smartphones, including the MIX Flip and MIX FOLD 4.
Potential Improvements to Ad Management
In a separate but related development, reports indicate that Xiaomi is testing a single toggle to disable ads in system apps within HyperOS. This feature, if implemented, would greatly simplify the currently tedious process of turning off ads on Xiaomi devices. While still in testing on a Xiaomi 13 Pro, this change could significantly enhance user satisfaction across the Xiaomi ecosystem.
As Xiaomi continues to refine its software experience, these updates demonstrate the company's responsiveness to user feedback and its ambition to compete at the highest level in the global smartphone market.