Technology news and discussion on TalkFuse.
Xiaomi 12T and Redmi Note 12 reach end of software support
Xiaomi has begun rolling out HyperOS 4 in China, bringing a translucent “Soft Light Glass” design to newer devices, but some older phones will not receive it. The Xiaomi 12T and Redmi Note 12 are among those being left out as they reach the end of software support, meaning they will no longer get operating-system upgrades or security patches.
Xiaomi’s rollout schedule covers 57 phones and 15 tablets, with updates planned in waves through the end of 2026; January 2027 is reserved for TVs and wearables. Xiaomi has not announced a date for the global release, and it has not confirmed whether several models with no HyperOS 4 test builds will be excluded. Nineteen devices are due to lose support during 2026, while Xiaomi’s newer update commitments remain shorter than Google’s and Samsung’s seven years for flagship phones.
In short
- HyperOS 4 is rolling out in China.
- The Xiaomi 12T and Redmi Note 12 are excluded.
- Xiaomi has not set a global release date.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
Ending support for older phones lets Xiaomi focus engineering and security resources on devices that can run newer software reliably, while predictable support periods help manage costs and product development. Buyers can weigh those limits when choosing a phone, and Xiaomi’s multi-wave rollout shows it is continuing updates for many supported devices.
The case against
When phones lose operating-system upgrades and security patches, owners may face greater security risks and miss useful features while their devices still work. Longer support commitments, such as those offered by some competitors, can extend a phone’s useful life, reduce electronic waste and make ownership costs more predictable.
Read the full article at the source →
Originally published by Engadget as “These Xiaomi phones are no longer getting support with the latest HyperOS 4 update”.