Are you the owner of a Xiaomi device and want to know when the next update will come out? Or have long been waiting for bug fixes, but the system stubbornly tells you that there are no updates? In this article, we will understand how the firmware schedule for smartphones, TVs and smart gadgets of the brand works, why some models receive updates later than others, and what to do if the update is stuck.
Xiaomi regularly releases updates for its devices, but their frequency depends on many factors: from the model of the device to the region of sales. K70 Get monthly security patches and major updates MIUI In addition, budget models like Redmi are a priority. A2 They can wait months for fixes, and Mi TV owners can wait for fixes. TV Or smart watch Mi Band have to focus on individual charts.
In this article you will find:
- 📅 Official schedule of updates for different line of devices
- 🔍 How to check the availability of the update manually and through hidden menus
- ⚡ Ways to speed up firmware acquisition (including for blocked regions)
- ⚠️ What to do if the update is “hang” or errors come out
Xiaomi’s official update schedule: when to wait for a new firmware
Xiaomi does not publish a single update calendar for all devices, but we can highlight common patterns based on support policies and brand priorities.
Flagship smartphones (series Xiaomi 13/14, MIX, Black Shark) receive updates first - usually within 1-2 weeks after the release of the global version of MIUI. For example, the update to MIUI 15 for Xiaomi 14 Pro was released in January 2026, while for mid-budget models like the Redmi Note 12 Pro it became available only by March.
For other devices, the following rules apply:
- 📱 Mid-size segment (Redmi Note, POCO X/F): updates are delayed in 2-4 weeks after flagships.
- 💰 Budget models (Redmi A, POCO M: can wait for updates before 2-3 or not at all, if the device is more than 2 years).
- 📺 Mi TVs TV Smart devices (Mi Band, Mi Home): updates are released once in a while 3-6 months, often without announcements.
| Type of device | Frequency of updates | Term of support (from release date) | Example of models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagship smartphones | Monthly (security patches) + 2-3 major MIUI updates per year | 4-5 years | Xiaomi 14 Ultra, MIX Fold 3 |
| Medium-budget smartphones | Every 1-2 months (patches) + 1 major update per year | 3 years | Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO F6 |
| Budget smartphones | Every 3-6 months (critical corrections only) | 2 years | Redmi A3, POCO M6 |
| Mi TVs | Every 4-6 months | 3-4 years | Mi TV Q2 75", Redmi Smart TV X |
⚠️ Note: If your device is older than 3 years and is in the budget segment, the chances of getting new versions are high. MIUI For example, Redmi is minimal. 9A (2020) stopped at MIUI 12.5 and will not receive any updates.
How to Check for Updates Manually
Many users complain that the system does not show available updates, although they are already out, due to a gradual rollout, when the firmware is first tested on a small group of devices.
For smartphones and tablets:
- Open Settings → About the phone → System update.
- Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Update Checker.
- If the update is available but not displayed, try resetting the Update app cache (Settings → Apps → App Management → Update → Storage → Clear the cache).
For Mi TVs:
- Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
- If the Update button is inactive, check your internet connection (the TV must be connected to the network via cable, not Wi-Fi).
- For a forced check, disconnect the TV from the network for 1 minute, then turn it on again and repeat step 1.
Check battery power (minimum 50% for smartphones)
Connect to stable Wi-Fi (not mobile internet)
Free up 2-3 GB of memory on the device
Backup of important data
Shut down. VPN (It can block update servers)-->
⚠️ Note: If your device is unlocked or has custom firmware installed, the official updates may not come. In this case, use Fastboot or Recovery for manual installation.
Why the update is not coming: common reasons
If your device has not received updates in a long time, the problem may lie in one of the following factors:
- 🌍 Regional restrictions: Xiaomi firmware is coming first in China, then in global versions (EEA, India, Russia, for example, Redmi Note 12 Russia may receive an update to 1-2 a month later than in India.
- 🔒 Locked bootloader: Devices with a locked bootloader receive updates only through official channels, which sometimes “slow down” updates for individual batches.
- 📶 Server problems: If Xiaomi servers are overloaded (for example, after the release of a new version) MIUI), Updates can get stuck for a few days.
- 🛠️ Technical bugs: In rare cases, the system mistakenly determines the device as incompatible with new firmware (often with the device). POCO-model).
To diagnose the problem, check:
- Version MIUI In Settings → The phone, if it's very old (for example, MIUI 12 with relevance MIUI 15, the device may have exited the support program.
- Firmware Region: in Settings → Additional → Region should be your real location (e.g. Russia, not India).
- Server status: Go to Downdetector’s website and check if there are any massive crashes.
How do you know if the firmware is available for your model?
How to speed up the update: working methods
If the update has already been released for your model, but you have not yet reached it, you can try the following methods:
1. Change of the firmware region (for smartphones)
Sometimes updates are released earlier in other regions, to change the region:
- Install the MIUI bootloader app from Google Play.
- Find your model and download firmware for another region (e.g. EEA instead of Russia).
- Install it through Settings → About Phone → System Update → Three Dots → Select a firmware file.
⚠️ Note: After changing the region, network settings may reset (for example, APN For mobile Internet, save them in advance!
Manual installation via Recovery
If the update is available on the official website but does not come by air:
- Download the firmware from the official portal (select Recovery ROM).
- Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of the device’s memory.
- Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update → Three Dots → Select a firmware file.
3. Use of ADB (for advanced users)
If the update is stuck in the boot phase, you can force the process to run through ADB:
adb shell am start -n com.android.updater/.UpdaterActivityThis command will open a hidden update menu where updates are sometimes available, not visible in the standard interface.
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If the update takes a long time to load, connect the device to your PC via USB and download the firmware to your computer, and then transfer it to your phone, which will save traffic and speed up the process.
What to do if the update is “hang” or an error is dropped
The update process can be interrupted for all sorts of reasons, from an unstable Internet to corrupted firmware files.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Update is downloaded but not installed ("Failed to update" error) | Damaged cache or insufficient memory | Clear the cache in Settings → Storage → Clear the cache for the Update app. Free up 3+ GB of storage. |
| The phone is rebooted to bootloop (cycled boot) | Conflict with Custom Modules (Magisk, Xposed) | Download to Recovery (Power + Vol+ buttons) and select Wipe Dalvik/Cache, then re-install. |
| Update stuck at 0% or 50% | Problems with servers or the Internet | Switch from Wi-Fi to mobile Internet or vice versa. If it doesn't work, wait 1-2 days and try again. |
If the device has stopped turning on after the update:
- Try to boot up to Fastboot (Power + Vol- buttons).
- Connect to your PC and use the Mi Flash Tool to flash it (instructions at xiaomiflashtool.com).
- If it does not help - contact the service center (take a check or confirmation of purchase with you).
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Never interrupt the update process during the installation phase (when the progress lane is in progress)! This can cause system files to be damaged and the device to “brick up”.
Updates for smart devices Xiaomi: Mi Band, routers, lamps
Not only smartphones and TVs get updates, but Xiaomi smart devices are also regularly updated, but they have to be checked through separate applications:
- 🧭 Mi Band/Smart Band: Updates come via the Mi Fitness or Zepp Life app.To check: Open the app and plug in the bracelet. → Your device. → If the update is available, follow the instructions on the screen (the bracelet must be charged at 50%+).
Mi Router routers
192.168.31.1
Update → Verification
Smart lamps and sensors
Mi Home
Mi Home
The device → Three points → Update firmware
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi smart devices often require a connection to servers in China for updates. If you have restrictions on international traffic (for example, through a firewall), updates may not come. VPN Hong Kong-bound.
How to Reverse to the Previous Version MIUI
If a new update brings bugs (e.g., the battery goes down quickly or the camera doesn't work), you can return the old firmware.
For smartphones:
- Download the desired version of MIUI from the official website (select Fastboot ROM for reliability).
- Unclose the file and connect the phone to your PC in Fastboot mode.
- Use the Mi Flash Tool and select the Clean All option (this will erase all data!).
For Mi TVs, rollback is possible only through the service center, since the firmware is signed individually for each model.
⚠️ Note: Reverse to the old version MIUI This can lead to anti-rollback protection if the firmware is older than the one originally installed. 4PDA or Xiaomi.eu.