When will the next update for Xiaomi devices: official dates, installation methods and problem solving

You're waiting for a new update for your Xiaomi, but you don't know when it's coming out? This article will help you understand the MIUI and HyperOS firmware release schedule, see if your model will make it to the supported device list, and what to do if the update is delayed. We've analyzed the company's official announcements, beta tester data, and previous release history to provide up-to-date information.

Since 2026, Xiaomi has been actively migrating devices to the new HyperOS operating system, which replaces the usual MIUI, which means that the update schedule has become more complex: some models receive only security patches, others receive a full transition to HyperOS, and others remain without support.

• 📅 Official calendar of updates for 2026 by region (China, global version, Russia).
• 📱 Lists of models that will get HyperOS and stay on MIUI 14.
• ⚙️ Step-by-step instructions for checking and installing updates (including manual method via fastboot).
• ⚠️ Typical errors and their solutions (logo getting stuck, error "Cannot verify update").

It is important to understand that Xiaomi does not always adhere to the stated deadlines – releases may be shifted due to bugs or changes in company policy.

Xiaomi’s official 2026 update schedule: what is known

Xiaomi has traditionally divided updates into three types:

1. Monthly security patches (released in the first few days of the month).
2. Major MIUI updates (e.g., the transition from MIUI 13 to MIUI 14)
3. Switch to HyperOS (complete firmware change, not available for all models).

For 2026, the following key dates have been confirmed:

For Russian users, the schedule may differ due to localization features, such as Xiaomi 13 Lite in Russia received HyperOS a month later than in Europe. To find out the exact date for your model, check the official update tracker (select Russia region in the filters).

⚠️ Note: If your device is older 2020 year (e.g. Redmi Note) 8 or Mi 9), HyperOS is nearing zero.The company is focusing on models with Snapdragon processors 7xx/8xx or Dimensity 1xxx.

How to Check When an Update Is Coming to Your Xiaomi Model

There are three reliable ways to track the status of the update:

1. Official website MIUI Downloads: 🌐 Go to the new.c.mi.com/global/miuidownload. 🔍 Type the model name in the search (e.g. Redmi Note) 12 Pro+). 📅 In the Version column, see the latest firmware available. If the version matches yours, no updates yet.

Through phone settings

Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update. If an update is available, you will see the Download button. If not, it will read System Updated or Update Check.

Telegram channels of beta testers

Channels like @miuirus or @xiaomiupdates publish news about firmware releases in advance, for example, you can find out that Poco X5 Pro will receive HyperOS in May 2026.

Check the space available (need ≥3 GB)

Connect to Wi-Fi (update weighs 1-3 GB)

Charge the battery ≥50%

Make a backup copy in Mi Cloud

Shut down. VPN (It can block Xiaomi servers)-->

If MIUI Downloads has a firmware tagged Stable Beta on its website, it means that the stable version will be released in 2-4 weeks, for example, for Xiaomi, the 12T HyperOS appeared in the beta test on January 10, and the official release took place on February 3.

⚠️ Warning: Do not install firmware marked China Stable on global devices! This can lead to blocking Google Services and problems with the Internet. IMEI. Use only versions for your region (Global, EEA, Russia).

List of Xiaomi devices that will get HyperOS in 2026

Xiaomi divides devices into three categories according to the priority of updates:

• 🚀 First wave (already received): flagships 2022–2023 years 13/14, Redmi K60, Mix Fold 2).
• 🕒 Second Wave (Spring–Summer 2026): Poco F5, Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 12T.
• ⏳ Third Wave (Autumn–Winter 2026 or later): Redmi 11 Prime, Poco X4 GT, Mi 11 Lite NE.

Below is a complete table with confirmed models and dates (data for April 2026):

Important: devices running Qualcomm Snapdragon 4xx processors (e.g. Redmi 9A, Poco M3) will not receive HyperOS – for them, the latest version will remain MIUI 12.5.

Why the update doesn’t come: 5 common reasons and solutions

If your device should have received an update but it is not in the settings, check the following points:

1. Regional firmware: Firmware devices for China (China) ROM) You can check the region at Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. If there are characters in it, you have the Chinese version. 💡To move to China ROM on Global, you will need a full flashing via fastboot. For instructions, see the Xiaomi.eu forum (section "Guides").
2. Blocking by the operator: Some operators (for example, MTS or Beeline) block OTA-Update. Solution. SIM-Map of another operator or update using the Mi Flash Tool.
3. Not enough memory: HyperOS requires ≥3GB of free space to install. Clear the cache in Settings → Storage → Clean.
4. Servers are overloaded: In the first days after release, the update may not show due to the large number of requests. Wait 2-3 days and check again.
5. Device blacklisted: If you’ve previously installed custom firmware (like LineageOS), Xiaomi may block OTA-Solution: Return to stock firmware via fastboot.

⚠️ Note: If the "Cannot verify update" error appears when checking for updates, it means that the firmware file is corrupted. download the full service package manually from the site MIUI Downloads and install through Settings → Updating the system → Three points. → Select a file.

How to install the update manually: step-by-step instructions

If the automatic update doesn't work, you can install the firmware yourself.

• 📱 Charged smartphone ≥50%.
• 💻 Computer (for the fastboot method).
• 🔗 Cable USB Type-C (original).
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download from the official website).

Choose the appropriate method:

Method 1: Installation with Recovery (without a computer)

1. Download the firmware with the.zip extension (for example, fw_redmi_note12_pro_global_v14.0.1.0.zip).
2. Move the file to the root folder of the phone (not to the folders!).
3. Go to Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points (⋮) → Select a firmware file.
4. Select the downloaded file and confirm the installation.
5. Wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

Method 2: Installation via Fastboot (PC required)

This method is suitable if the device is not turned on or the update through Recovery does not work.

1. Download Mi Flash Tool from Xiaomi website: https://new.c.mi.com/global/miuidownload/detail?guide=2


2 Unpack the firmware (file with extension.tgz) in a folder without Cyrillic characters.




3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter the Fastboot.




4. Connect the device to your PC and start MiFlash.exe.




5. Press Select, select the firmware folder, then Refresh (must appear COM- port).




6. At the bottom, select Clean all (full cleaning) or Clean all and lock (with bootloader lock).




7.Push Flash and wait until it is finished (10-15 minutes).

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Installation via fastboot deletes all data from the device! pre-backup via Mi Cloud or locally on PC.

What to do if the phone is slurred after the update

New firmware, especially HyperOS, may contain bugs, and these are typical problems and solutions:

If after the update, the device hangs on the logo or does not turn on, follow the following steps:

1. Press Volume Up + Power for 10 seconds to enter Recovery.
2. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (this will delete all data!).
3. Reboot the device. If it doesn't work, go through fastboot.

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