Seven popular Redmi and Poco smartphones will not get HyperOS 4

Xiaomi has updated its software support roadmap, deciding to exclude seven popular smartphone models under the Redmi and Poco brands from the list of devices slated to receive the new HyperOS 4 firmware based on Android 16.

• The list of devices that will miss out on the major update includes the Redmi K60 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Redmi K70 Pro, Poco X6 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Poco M6 Pro 4G, and Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G.
• Previously, these devices were included in the preliminary plans to receive the upcoming software platform.
• The adjustment reflects a shift in the manufacturer's long-term software support strategy.

Reasons and implications of the policy change

According to reports from the tech resource Ximitime, Xiaomi has reassessed its support cycle priorities for previously released gadgets. Such moves by major hardware manufacturers are typically driven by hardware platform limitations or the need to optimize software development resources for newer flagship lineups.

Owners of the listed devices will likely no longer be able to upgrade to the new features of Android 16 and HyperOS 4. However, the absence of a major OS upgrade does not mean an immediate halt to all software maintenance, as basic security patches may still roll out.

What this means for users and the market

For users across various regions, including Central Asia and the CIS, who actively rely on Redmi and Poco smartphones, this news means their software lifecycle will plateau earlier than expected. Devices will miss out on deep system optimizations and visual enhancements tied to HyperOS 4.

Nonetheless, owners can still expect to receive critical security fixes and routine technical updates to keep their devices secure and stable for daily tasks, even without making the jump to Android 16.