OFFICIAL: Xiaomi HyperOS 4 Rollout Schedule Revealed for Xiaomi, REDMI, and POCO Devices

Xiaomi has officially pulled back the curtain on its deployment roadmap for HyperOS 4, outlining a structured release calendar spanning Early November, Mid-November, and December 2026.

This major milestone brings Android 17-based software layers, a redesigned “Soft Light Glass” visual engine, Super XiaoAi 2.0 AI features, and fundamental performance improvements across a vast lineup of smartphones and tablets from Xiaomi, REDMI, and POCO.

Whether you are holding a current flagship, a popular mid-ranger, or a tablet, here is the official breakdown of the rollout batches, key feature additions, and device eligibility.

Breakdown of the HyperOS 4 Rollout Waves

Xiaomi’s deployment strategy is split across three targeted deployment windows to maintain server stability and ensure smooth Over-The-Air (OTA) delivery:

┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│            HYPEROS 4 OFFICIAL ROLLOUT PHASES           │
├────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Early November 2026 : Top Flagships & Premium Tablets  │
│ Mid-November 2026   : Sub-Flagships & Upper Mid-Rangers│
│ December 2026       : Mass Market, Note & POCO Models │
└────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Complete Device Schedule Matrix

Phase 1: Early November 2026

The rollout opens with Xiaomi’s latest flagship tier, leading REDMI performance series, and flagship tablet hardware:

• Xiaomi Flagships: Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition

• REDMI Series: REDMI K100 Pro, REDMI K100 Pro Max, REDMI K90, REDMI K90 Pro Max

• Tablets: Xiaomi Pad 8, Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro, REDMI K Pad

Phase 2: Mid-November 2026

The second wave widens eligibility to previous-generation flagships and newly released mid-range devices:

• Xiaomi Series: Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2

• REDMI Series: REDMI Note 17 5G, REDMI Note 17 Pro 5G, REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, REDMI Turbo 4 Pro

• POCO Series: POCO X8, POCO X8 Power, POCO X8 Pro, POCO X8 Pro Max

Phase 3: December 2026

The final deployment wave brings HyperOS 4 to popular budget, mid-tier, and legacy models:

• Xiaomi Series: Xiaomi 13 Series (Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro)

• REDMI Series: REDMI Note 15 Series, REDMI Y-Series, remaining REDMI Pad models

• POCO Series: POCO M8, POCO M8 Power, POCO M8 Pro, POCO F-series older iterations

What Makes HyperOS 4 a Major Upgrade?

HyperOS 4 goes beyond surface-level skin tweaks, restructuring underlying memory handling and rendering architectures.

For a deep look into the architecture, visit NPowerUser’s comprehensive HyperOS 4 feature unveil and beta breakdown. Key improvements detailed in their coverage include:

To learn more about the initial deployment phase, read NPowerUser’s guide on the HyperOS 4 stable rollout kick-off.

If you want to read about the new UI innovations like physics-driven animations and custom folder scaling, explore NPowerUser’s breakdown of the 9 major HyperOS 4 upgrades.

How to Prepare Your Phone for the OTA Update

When your target rollout window arrives, follow these simple steps to install the update safely:

1. Go to Settings > About Phone.

2. Tap the HyperOS Version icon to check for updates.

3. Ensure your phone has at least 10GB of free storage space before initiating the download.

4. Keep your device battery above 50% or connect to a charger during installation.

Is Your Device on the Official Schedule?

With this rollout schedule now active, Xiaomi, REDMI, and POCO users have a clear timeline for receiving Android 17 and HyperOS 4 features.

Is your phone scheduled for Early November, Mid-November, or December? Let us know which model you are running in the comments below!