HyperOS ([pronounced: /ˈhaɪpəroʊˈɛs/ HY-per-OH-ESS..:][1] Chinese: 澎湃OS; pinyin: Péngpài OS; lit. 'Surge OS'), officially named Xiaomi HyperOS (Chinese: 小米澎湃OS; pinyin: Xiǎomǐ Péngpài OS), is an operating system developed by Xiaomi. It unifies MIUI, Xiaomi's Vela OS, Mina OS and car-focused operating system's software architecture for smartphones, IoT devices and other Xiaomi hardware including automobiles.[2] It was announced on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023.[3][4][5] It is replacing MIUI gradually as of 2024.[6]
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| Developer | Xiaomi Inc. |
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| Written in | C, C++, Java |
| OS family | (Android™-based and NuttX-based OS) Unix-like systems |
| Working state | Current |
| Source model | Open source (Modified Android Base and Main Framework) with Proprietary components (Xiaomi HyperOS Apps and Kits) |
| Initial release | 1.0.1.0 / 26 October 2023 |
| Latest release | HyperOS: 2.0.12.0.VOBCNXM (Xiaomi 15 Pro (HyperOS 2), October 30, 2024) (China) 1.0.22.0.UNCEUXM (Xiaomi 14, September 10, 2024) (Global) |
| Latest preview | OS2.0.240823.1.VNLCNXM (HyperOS 2) / 23 August 2024 |
| Marketing target | Alternative OS replacement for Android devices; Stock firmware for Xiaomi smartphone and tablet; OS for Automobiles and IoT devices |
| Available in | 82 languages (varies by country) |
| Update method | Over-the-air |
| Package manager | Android application package |
| Platforms | 64-bit ARMv8a |
| Kernel type | NuttX, and Xiaomi HyperCore Kernel |
| Default user interface | Graphical |
| License | Proprietary |
| Preceded by | MIUI |
| Official website | www |
Background
editIn 2017, Xiaomi was developing Xiaomi Vela OS to use with its own IoT devices. It is based on NuttX[7] and was announced in 2020.[8][9] In 2019, Xiaomi pre-developed Xiaomi Mina OS, a microkernel security system.[2] In 2021, following its decision to make automobiles, Xiaomi was developing its own car-focused operating system.[2]
In 2022, Xiaomi decided to unity the aforementioned operating systems' software architecture, and HyperOS has finished its research and development.[2]
The new operating system was announced on X and Weibo on October 17, 2023, and debuted alongside Xiaomi 14 Series on October 26, 2023.[3][4] HyperOS was then officially launched in Beijing, with the first batch of compatible models announced.[10] HyperOS was launched globally at MWC 2024 in Spain.[11]
Controversies
editAlleged name change before release
editIn August 2023, during the promotional phase of the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition after its release, Xiaomi stated that this phone would be among the first to upgrade to MIUI 15, promising five years of OTA updates.[12] However, Xiaomi ultimately did not release MIUI 15 but instead officially announced Xiaomi HyperOS. Some netizens believe that Xiaomi HyperOS was a temporary rebranding of MIUI 15 for promotional convenience. Additionally, on November 4, 2023, during a Bilibili live stream by the Chinese digital media Geekerwan, the host Yunfei revealed that the system version sent for media testing in September for the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was MIUI 15, not HyperOS.[13]
Xiaomi has not explained the cancellation of MIUI 15, and the promotional material regarding the five-year system OTA updates for the Redmi K60 Extreme Edition has not been retracted. On December 1, 2023, the first official version of Xiaomi HyperOS was pushed to this model.
Alleged "Android shell"
editSimilar to the Harmony OS, Xiaomi HyperOS faced widespread netizen controversy over whether it was entirely self-developed and accusations of being an "Android shell" upon its unveiling. Addressing this controversy, Jin Fan, Vice President of Xiaomi Group's Mobile Department and head of the System Software Department, stated in an interview with Flypig that Xiaomi has the capability to use its own kernel or the Linux kernel to launch an operating system functionally and UI-wise identical to the released HyperOS. He suggested that the reason Xiaomi uses the Android kernel for phones and tablets is due to considerations of the existing software ecosystem.[14]
Restrictions on unlocking the bootloader
editTo prevent users from engaging in game cheating, illegal activities, or other violations after obtaining root access to their phones, and to avoid some users attributing to Xiaomi bugs that due to modifying the system, Xiaomi has gradually restricted the ability to unlock the bootloader on phones sold in mainland China since the release of HyperOS. Also, HyperOS updates, or upgrade from MIUI, are not available for unlocked phones.[15]
Additionally, users must now complete a quiz successfully to apply for bootloader unlocking. The time required for binding the phone has been shortened from 168 hours to 72 hours.[16] Xiaomi also imposes some restrictions on unlocking the bootloader for regions outside mainland China.
The xda-developers Web site has a forum on unlocking the Xiaomi bootloader without going through the company's procedure.[17]
Technical white paper errors
editOn December 7, 2023, Xiaomi held a Xiaomi HyperOS experience communication meeting, explaining some details, underlying technical architecture, functions, and designs of HyperOS,[18] and simultaneously released the HyperOS technical white paper. However, netizens discovered numerous typos and formatting errors due to document conversion in the publicly released white paper,[19] sparking heated discussions online. Xiaomi has since corrected and re-uploaded the white paper to address these errors.
See also
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References
edit- ^ "Xiaomi HyperOS". hyperos.mi.com. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
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- ^ a b Sharma, Adamya (2023-10-17). "Xiaomi is retiring MIUI after 13 long years and replacing it with a brand new OS". Android Authority. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ a b "雷军：小米"新十年"将长期深耕底层技术、逐步形成引领，开启"人车家全生态" - IT之家". www.ithome.com. Retrieved 2023-10-23.
- ^ "Prepare for the forthcoming evolution of Xiaomi's operating system". Twitter. 2023-10-17. Retrieved 2024-06-22.
- ^ Pandey, Rajesh (2023-10-17). "So long, MIUI: Xiaomi announces HyperOS". Android Police. Retrieved 2023-10-17.
- ^ "Xiaomi Vela - 小米物联网嵌入式软件平台". iot.mi.com. Retrieved 2023-10-23.
- ^ "小米推出物联网软件平台小米Vela，可打通IoT应用 - IT之家". www.ithome.com. Retrieved 2023-10-31.
- ^ Balaji, S (November 5, 2020). "Xiaomi launches a new IoT Software Platform "Xiaomi Vela" based on NuttX OS". Gizmochina. Retrieved October 31, 2023.
- ^ "Lei Jun: Xiaomi's "New Decade" Will Deeply Cultivate Underlying Technologies, Gradually Form Leadership, and Start the "All-Ecology of People, Cars, and Homes" - IT Home". www.ithome.com. Archived from the original on 2023-11-26. Retrieved 2023-10-23.
- ^ Rahman, Basith (2024-02-25). "MWC 2024: Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro Launched". MySmartPrice. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ PChome (23 August 2023). "Redmi K60 Extreme Edition First to Upgrade to MIUI 15: 5 Years of OTA Updates". Sina Tech.
- ^ Night Can't Sleep Meow. "Geekerwan's Sharp Review of Xiaomi HyperOS (Supplement)". Bilibili.
- ^ flypig's Small Account. "We Questioned Jin Fan, "Lei Jun Jin Fan" That Jin Fan_哔哩哔哩_bilibili". www.bilibili.com (in Simplified Chinese). Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "Exclusive: Your Xiaomi phone won't get HyperOS updates if you unlock the bootloader - Android Authority". 8 November 2023. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ^ "Xiaomi: Bootloader Unlocking Permissions for Hyper OS Will Be Open Only to Developers and Enthusiasts" (in Chinese). IT Home. 2023-11-08.
- ^ "Xiaomi HyperOS BootLoader Unlock / Bypass Xiaomi Requirements (Simplified Method)". XDA Forums. Ongoing discussion, started on 15 January 2024
- ^ "Xiaomi Releases HyperOS Technical White Paper Containing System Architecture and Key Technology Introduction". pingce.ifeng.com (in Chinese). Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ Xiaobai Smooth (9 December 2023). Xiaomi HyperOS White Paper Filled with Errors, Embarrassing! (Video) (in Simplified Chinese) – via _哔哩哔哩_Bilibili.