When will the next MIUI update for Xiaomi: the official schedule of 2026 and ways to check

You’re waiting for a new MIUI update for your Xiaomi but don’t know when? This article will help you understand the official firmware release date, learn how to check the status of updates, and explain why your smartphone can stay without a fresh version longer than other users’ devices. We analyzed data from Xiaomi Community, MIUI Forum and independent sources to draw up the current schedule for 2026 — taking into account the peculiarities of different regions and models.

It’s important to understand that Xiaomi doesn’t stick to a tight schedule like Apple or Google. Dates are often shifted due to bugs, the need for additional testing or prioritizing flagship devices. For example, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra received a MIUI 15 a month earlier than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, although both devices were announced in the same year. In this article, you’ll find not only approximate dates, but also ways to speed up the update if it’s delayed, as well as instructions on what to do if the firmware is stuck at the boot stage.

MIUI 2026 Official Update Schedule: Which Models Will Get New Versions

Xiaomi has traditionally divided updates into three waves:

• 📱 First Wave (Flagships and Premium Series): Xiaomi 14/14 Pro/14 Ultra, Xiaomi 13T/13T Pro, Xiaomi MIX Fold 3. These devices receive firmware during the 1–2 weeks after the announcement.
• 📲 Second wave (middle segment): Redmi Note 13 Pro+/Pro/13, POCO F5/F5 Pro, Xiaomi Civi 3. Standby time — 3–6 week-long.
• 📵 Third Wave (Budget and Old Models): Redmi 12/12C, POCO X5/X5 Pro, older devices 2021 Updates may be delayed by the 2–4 month or month away.

Below is a table with approximate release dates for MIUI 15 (based on Android 14) and MIUI 16 (expected on Android 15) for popular models, based on leaks from the MIUI Beta Testers Program and past release history:

Important! for devices older than 2020 (like the Redmi Note 9 Pro or Mi 10) upgrades to MIUI 15 are unlikely. Xiaomi officially claims firmware support for 3 years from the model's release, but in practice budget smartphones often get only 2 major updates.

How to Check if an Update is Available for Your Xiaomi Right Now

Don't just rely on system notifications. Often, updates come in waves, and your device may end up at the end of the queue. Here are 4 ways to force verification:

1. Through Settings: Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Update Package (if available).
2. Through the Update app: Some firmware has a separate Updater app. Open it and pull the screen down for forced checks.
3. Through ADB-Connect your phone to your PC and do: Adb shell am start -n com.android.updater/.UpdateActivity This will open a hidden update menu.
4. With Recovery: Turn off your phone, press Volume Up + Power, select Connect with MIAssistant (requires a PC with Mi Flash Tool).

The secret method is that if the update is stuck in the boot phase, try changing the region in the settings. For example, users from Russia often get firmware later than owners of devices with the India or Global region.

1. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Region.
2. Choose India (for POCO) or EEA (for Xiaomi/Redmi).
3. Restart the device and check the updates again.

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If the update does not appear after the region change, return the original settings after 24 hours - sometimes Xiaomi servers block frequent switches.

Why the update is delayed: 5 reasons and how to fix them

If your Xiaomi isn’t getting updates, they’re already out for your model, the problem may lie in one of the following factors:

• 🔄 Server queue: Xiaomi distributes updates in batches to avoid server congestion. your device may be at the bottom of the list.
• 📶 Regional restrictions: some firmware first comes out in China, then in China Global/EEA, And then, in Russia.
• 🔒 Blocked bootloader: Devices with unlocked bootloader are sometimes excluded from automatic updates.
• 🗃️ Memory disadvantage: Update installation requires at least 3-5 GB of free space in internal memory.
• 🛠️ Castomy software: if you have previously installed unofficial firmware (e.g. xiaomi.eu), OTA-Updates may not work.

Critical information: if your device was purchased in China (version) CN), but is used globally SIM-Updates may be delayed up to 3-6 months or not at all, in which case it is recommended to reflash the phone on Global or EEA manually.

⚠️ Note: Do not try to install firmware for other regions (for example, CN on a Global device without first unlocking the bootloader.This can lead to a blink (complete inoperability) of the smartphone.

How to speed up the release of updates: legal and not so ways

If you can't wait, you can try to force the update to run or get it before the official release.

1. Legal methods (without risk to warranty)

• 🔄 Join the Beta Testing: Register for the MIUI Beta Program: Beta releases 1-2 months ahead of stable versions.
• 📥 Install via Recovery: download the firmware for your model from the official website, rename the file to update.zip and install through Stock Recovery.
• 🌐 Use it. VPN: Sometimes updates appear earlier when connecting to Singapore or Hong Kong servers.

2. Semi-Legal Methods (may void the warranty)

• 🔓 Unlock bootloader: this will allow you to install custom software, for example, xiaomi.eu or LineageOS, which are updated more often.
• 🛠️ Swipe through Fastboot: a method for power users. Requires a PC and Mi Flash Tool.

3. Prohibited methods (risk of bric)

• ⚠️ Install firmware from another model: even if the version numbers match, it can lead to broken sensors or breakdowns.
• ⚠️ Reverse the Android version: for example, from Android 14 to Android 13 for the sake of receiving updates. OTA.

Important: If you decide to use manual firmware, use only official files from the Xiaomi site. firmware from third-party resources (for example, 4PDA) can contain viruses or be collected with errors.

What to do if the update is “stuck” during the download or installation phase

One of the most common problems is when the firmware is downloaded but not installed, and the system can show errors like "Cannot verify update" or just hang on the MI logo.

1. Reset your phone: Sometimes a normal reboot helps. Press the power button for 10 seconds.
2. Clear the cache: go to Settings → Apps → App management → Update and clear the cache.
3. Delete the downloaded file: go to /sdcard/Downloaded_rom You can use the file manager and delete the firmware file. Then try to download it again.
4. Use Recovery: If the update is not installed through the menu, download the firmware manually, rename it to update.zip and install it through Stock Recovery.

If nothing helps and the phone is loaded into the system but the update doesn’t go through, try resetting (without deleting data):

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset Network Settings (this won’t delete files, but reset the connection settings).
3. Restart the device and try again to update.

⚠️ Note: If after a failed update, the phone stopped turning on (black screen or endless boot), do not try to flash it through Fastboot without experience. Contact Xiaomi service center - in 90% of cases they restore the device under warranty, even if the fault lies with the user.

How to roll back an update if the new version of MIUI is unstable

Sometimes, fresh firmware brings more problems than benefits: battery drains, the interface is laid, the camera or mobile network is not working, in which case you can go back to the previous version, but there are nuances:

• 🔙 Through Recovery: download the old firmware from the official website, rename it to update.zip And install it through Stock Recovery. This method only works if you haven't updated Android (for example, with a new Android device). 13 on 14).
• 🔧 Fastboot: If the update changed the Android version, you will need a complete flashing through the Mi Flash Tool!
• 📱 Through the service center: if you are not confident in your abilities, contact Xiaomi Service. The rollback will cost 1,500-3,000 rubles (depending on the model).

Important: Before rolling back, check if your model supports two-step updates. For example, on Xiaomi 12T Pro you can roll back from MIUI 15 to MIUI 14, but not lower. Android 14 devices do not support rollback on Android 13 without full firmware.

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The rollback of the firmware will void the warranty if it is made by unofficial methods. Xiaomi official service centers may refuse repairs after an unauthorized downgrade.

Frequent questions about Xiaomi updates (FAQ)