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Xiaomi HyperOS 4 rollout and POCO F9 series details

Overview

Xiaomi has launched HyperOS 4, introducing a ‘Soft Light Glass’ design language with translucent surfaces and depth effects. The update features an overhauled Camera UI designed for one-handed operation, utilizing glassmorphism panels and MiSans typography. However, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition is reportedly excluded from this specific camera UI redesign due to licensing and co-engineering boundaries with Leica.

New reports indicate Xiaomi is developing a ‘Smart Privacy Display’ for HyperOS 4 to prevent bystanders from viewing content from side angles. This feature may utilize ‘hardware-level privacy protection’ to narrow viewing angles, potentially allowing users to apply protections to specific applications or sensitive views like passwords and financial transfers.

Xiaomi has officially announced recruitment for its HyperOS 4 global beta programme. The first wave of recruitment begins September 10, 2026, for devices including the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17, and the Leica Leitzphone. A second wave starts September 17, 2026, for the Xiaomi 17T Pro, Xiaomi 17T, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, and Xiaomi 15. The update includes the HyperCore Performance Engine for kernel-level optimizations and expands HyperIsland Live Activities to support over 130 apps.

Technical analysis indicates HyperOS 4 will be developed exclusively for devices running Android 17, bypassing Android 16. This means several models, including the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G and Poco X6 5G, will not receive the major feature update. Regarding the POCO sub-brand, the global launch of the F9 series is confirmed for September 1, 2026, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.

Entities

Xiaomi Corporation · Xiaomi · POCO · Redmi · Bose

Claims

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Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    Xiaomi announces HyperOS 4 global beta programme recruitment

    Xiaomi has launched the global beta recruitment for HyperOS 4, featuring AI automation, performance optimizations, and a redesigned UI for selected mobile devices starting in September 2026.

  2. 11 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Xiaomi develops Smart Privacy Display for upcoming HyperOS 4

    Xiaomi is developing a “Smart Privacy Display” for HyperOS 4, a feature designed to limit side-angle viewing of sensitive content like passwords and financial transactions.

  3. 12 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi HyperOS 4 to require Android 17, skipping Android 16 devices

    Xiaomi's upcoming HyperOS 4 features a redesigned camera UI but will exclusively support devices running Android 17, leaving many Android 16-based Redmi and POCO models without the major feature update.

  4. 14 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    POCO announces F9 series global launch for September 2026

    POCO is set to launch its F9 series on September 1, 2026, featuring the POCO F9 Pro and F9 Ultra with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipsets and high-capacity batteries.

  5. 15 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Xiaomi begins HyperOS 4 beta rollout in China

    Xiaomi has launched the HyperOS 4 beta in China, featuring a strategic shift to use Android 17 as its base operating system.

  6. 18 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 22 sources
    POCO F9 Series to launch globally on September 1

    POCO has confirmed the September 1 global launch of the POCO F9 Pro and F9 Ultra, featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips, 185Hz displays, and massive batteries up to 8,050mAh.

  7. 23 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    Xiaomi launches HyperOS 4 with new Liquid Glass design

    Xiaomi has released HyperOS 4, featuring a new ‘Liquid Glass’ design language with translucent interfaces, enhanced AI integration, and optimized system performance for its device ecosystem.

  8. 25 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Xiaomi announces HyperOS 4 beta rollout for select devices

    Xiaomi is launching the HyperOS 4 beta, based on Android 17, featuring a new Liquid Glass interface and improved performance for Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO devices.

  9. 26 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    POCO prepares flagship F9 series and M8x 5G launch

    POCO is set to launch the flagship F9 Pro and F9 Ultra series featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chips, alongside the budget-friendly POCO M8x 5G arriving in India on August 21, 2026.

  10. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi HyperOS 4 leaks reveal AI upgrades and Glass UI

    Leaks suggest Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4 will feature a new “Liquid Glass” visual design, deep AI integration, and an overhauled HyperConnect ecosystem for managing connected devices.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
    Xiaomi's POCO smartphones see major price cuts in Europe and Mexico

    Xiaomi's POCO X8 Pro, F8 Ultra and M8 Pro 5G smartphones are being sold at steep discounts in Spain, France and Mexico, with price cuts of up to €200 and promotional offers highlighting high‑end specs.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Xiaomi sets August beta rollout for HyperOS 4 with Liquid Glass UI

    A leak shows Xiaomi will start HyperOS 4 beta registration on Aug 5, hold a launch on Aug 6 and roll out the first update on Aug 7 in China, featuring a Liquid Glass UI, AI floating island and Leica‑styled UI.

  13. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Xiaomi rolls out HyperOS patches fixing camera, display and battery bugs on flagship phones

    Xiaomi's weekly HyperOS update fixes autofocus on the 17 Ultra, lock‑screen wallpaper on the 17 Max, icon display on the 17 T Pro, battery readout on the 13, and white bands on the Redmi K90, while other bugs仍在

  14. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Xiaomi POCO X8 Pro priced at €397 in Spain

    Xiaomi's POCO X8 Pro, with 12 GB RAM and 6,500 mAh battery, drops to €397.99 on Amazon (€408 at MediaMarkt) in Spain, offering flagship specs at a budget price.

  15. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Xiaomi Unveils HyperOS 4 Leaks Featuring AI Perception and Real‑Time Light Field Rendering

    Leaks of Xiaomi’s HyperOS 4 reveal AI perception, real‑time light field rendering, a floating AI assistant and UI upgrades like Liquid Glass design and widget stacking.

  16. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    POCO prepares launch of F9 Pro, F9 Ultra and X8 smartphones

    POCO’s upcoming F9 Pro, F9 Ultra and X8 smartphones have received regulatory certifications, indicating launches this summer with Snapdragon processors, AMOLED screens and 5G support.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
    Xiaomi HyperOS AI Tools and Fast-Charging Boost Mobile-First Smartphone Use

    Xiaomi's HyperOS 3 adds AI photo and translation tools; Realme and Xiaomi lead with 240 W and 210 W fast chargers, sparking debate on battery health as mobile‑first behavior drives brief, visual content.

  18. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    Xiaomi unveils HyperOS 4 design overhaul with Android 17 foundation

    Xiaomi leaks HyperOS 4’s Liquid Glass design, Rust‑based system apps and Leica theme, while HyperOS 3.0 beta adds rear‑screen Alipay shortcuts and stability tweaks for the 17 Pro series.

  19. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi releases HyperOS 3.1 with new multitasking, live notifications and AirPods support

    Xiaomi's HyperOS 3.1 update adds a horizontal multitasking layout, live “Hyper Island” notifications for timers and orders, and full Apple AirPods integration.

  20. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Smartphone price cuts drive strong sales for Xiaomi in Argentina and boost POCO demand in Spain

    Zero tariffs lift Xiaomi Redmi 15C sales in Argentina, while a €584 price cut makes POCO F8 Pro a strong budget flagship in Spain.

  21. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi rolls out major HyperOS 4 UI redesign with transparent look and 3D icons

    Xiaomi plans a HyperOS 4 redesign with a transparent UI and 3D icons, while beta HyperOS 3.3 brings Android 17 to flagship phones ahead of the July‑August release.

  22. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    POCO F8 series smartphones launch in Hong Kong and Taiwan with varied specs and pricing

    POCO rolled out the F8 Ultra and X8 Pro Max in Hong Kong with differing specs and price points, and promoted the Bose‑tuned F8 Pro in Taiwan at a discounted NT$15,290.

  23. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    Xiaomi to launch HyperOS 4.0 in August with major performance and AI upgrades

    Xiaomi plans to unveil HyperOS 4.0 in August 2026, featuring a Rust‑based rebuild, 40% faster UI, reduced RAM use, on‑device AI and a ‘Liquid Glass’ design.

  24. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro gaming phone reviewed; Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 benchmarks show modest CPU gains

    Xiaomi’s Poco F8 Pro delivers high‑end gaming specs at a mid‑range price, while Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 shows modest CPU gains but a notable GPU boost in early benchmarks.

  25. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Realme 16 Pro and Nothing Phone 3a Pro price slashed in summer sales

    Realme 16 Pro and Nothing Phone (3a) Pro see deep price cuts in summer sales, with the former at €275 in France and the latter at €282.76 via AliExpress promos.

  26. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi POCO C81 Pro priced at €119.90 offers 6.9″ 120 Hz display and 6000 mAh battery

    Budget phones around €150 usually have Snapdragon 4xx or MediaTek chips, 3‑4 GB RAM and 4000‑5000 mAh batteries. Xiaomi’s POCO C81 Pro is on sale for €119.90, offering a 6.9″ 120 Hz display, 6000 mAh battery, 4

  27. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Xiaomi confirms July 2026 launch of Redmi Note 17 Pro in China, while Italy discounts Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G

    Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 Pro is set for a July 2026 Chinese launch with 67W charging, while Italy offers a discount on the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G at €264.

  28. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi smartphones' hidden power‑button design and Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review highlight user trade‑offs

    Xiaomi's newer phones hide the power‑off function behind a volume + lock press, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G 256 GB offers spacious mid‑range specs but mixed software quality.

  29. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and realme 16 5G launch in Spain

    Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G and realme’s 16 5G, both high‑spec mid‑range 5G phones, have launched in Spain with aggressive pricing and AI features.

  30. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G hits historic low price as Realme 16 5G launches in Italy

    Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G drops to a historic €282 in Italy, while Realme’s new 5G phone offers strong specs but shows RAM weaknesses, highlighting competitive mid‑range smartphone trends.

  31. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Redmi Note 15 anchors budget smartphone recommendations under €500

    Guides recommend Samsung Galaxy A57, Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 and POCO M8 Pro as sub‑€500 phones, while detailing Redmi Note 15’s 4G/256 GB versus Pro 5G/512 GB options.

  32. 4 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    Xiaomi and Oppo slash prices on budget flagship smartphones

    Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro (€213) and A7 Pro (€140), plus Oppo’s Reno 15 Pro (€599), deliver flagship specs at budget prices.

Sources

1001infos.net · 4gnews.pt · actualitesjeuxvideo.fr · ad-hoc-news.de · adslzone.net · android-mt.ouest-france.fr · androidayuda.com · androidworld.it · assodigitale.it · auto.hwupgrade.it · bahiacesar.com · blog-nouvelles-technologies.fr · borncity.com · br.blogthinkbig.com · businessmagazine.it · canaltech.com.br · cashify.in · chip.com.tr · cnmo.com · conowego.pl · corredorpromedio.com · dotekomanie.cz · ehgomes.com.br · elinformanteperu.com · elnacional.cat · eloutput.com · enter.co · eprice.com.hk · fonearena.com · fonetech.cz · fr.gizchina.it · frandroid.com · garumax.com · gizchina.it · guiahardware.es · hindi.news18.com · hirextra.hu · igeekphone.com · informatoresannita.it · instalki.pl · ipadizate.es · iphonemod.net · kalingatv.com · khabarindiatv.com · larazon.es · laverdad.com.mx · laverdadnoticias.com · lebigdata.fr

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