Xiaomi HyperOS 2.2 Is Rolling Out: Here’s What We Know (and What We Don’t)

A Quick Note Before We Begin: If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you either own a Xiaomi device or you’re just trying to figure out whether now’s the time to upgrade your phone’s software to HyperOS 2.2 —or maybe even the phone itself. Either way, updates like this one tend to raise more questions than they answer. I’ve gone through the rollout details, compared insider tips with what Xiaomi confirmed officially, and pieced it all together as clearly (but realistically) as I could.

Let’s walk through what’s coming with HyperOS 2.2 this May, which devices are included, and, well, a few things that still feel a bit uncertain.

What’s Actually Happening in May?

After weeks of speculation—and a few cryptic leaks—Xiaomi has now confirmed that HyperOS 2.2 is being released to several of its devices throughout May 2025. At first, it was supposed to be just eight devices. But then Xiaomi 13 users started making noise. Loud enough, apparently, that Xiaomi changed course and expanded the update list. It’s interesting how responsive they were to the feedback. Or maybe they’d planned to do that all along? Hard to say.

Anyway, here’s how it’s scheduled to roll out:

• Monday, May 12:Redmi K80 and K80 Pro
• Tuesday, May 13: Redmi K70 and K70 Pro
• Thursday, May 15:Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro, and 13 Ultra

If you own one of these, you’ll want to keep an eye out next week. Though from past experience, updates don’t always hit every user at once. Sometimes there’s a lag—maybe even a day or two. It happens.

And What About the Others?

Well, there’s a bit more. Stable builds of HyperOS 2.2 are already finalized for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4. That sounds great… except they’re only available in China right now. No word yet on when the global version will follow. Xiaomi hasn’t exactly clarified that part, which might frustrate international users a bit.

Meanwhile, a handful of other devices already got the beta version. That includes:

• Xiaomi 15 / 15 Pro / 15 Ultra
• Xiaomi Pad 7, Pad 6S Pro
• Xiaomi MIX Flip
• Xiaomi 14 series
• Redmi K70 Ultra

So if you’re already on beta, you may not notice major visual differences, but the stable build tends to bring some polish and a bit more consistency.

Global Testing: Slow but Happening

There’s always this odd gap between China and global releases when it comes to Xiaomi software, and HyperOS 2.2 is no exception.

Right now, testing is underway for a bunch of global models. These include:

• POCO F6
• Redmi Turbo 3
• Xiaomi 13T (various regional versions)
• Xiaomi 14T series
• Xiaomi Pad 7 EEA
• POCO X7 Pro, F7 Pro, F7 Ultra
• Redmi Turbo 4
• Xiaomi MIX Flip
• Xiaomi 15 Global
• Redmi K80 Global
• Xiaomi 13 Pro EEA

I’m guessing most of these will see the full rollout a bit later—June maybe, or even July for some variants. Xiaomi tends to hold back until the bugs are ironed out on the China builds. That can be frustrating, but perhaps it’s a good thing. Rushed updates rarely go well.

Xiaomi: What’s New in HyperOS 2.2?

The changes in this version are subtle, but not insignificant.

• Animations feel smoother. Xiaomi seems to have tweaked the transitions just enough that things look more fluid. Hard to quantify, but noticeable if you compare side-by-side.
• Battery life might get a boost. It’s too early to say how much better, but the system seems to be more efficient in background app handling—at least based on early testers’ feedback.
• HyperConnect features expand. This is Xiaomi’s ecosystem integration suite. If you have multiple Xiaomi devices—say, a phone, tablet, and watch—you’ll likely see tighter syncing, faster file transfers, and a bit more cross-device harmony.

That said, don’t expect a full visual overhaul. This isn’t a UI revolution, more like a backend tune-up.

One More Thing…

There’s something I find mildly amusing—maybe even a little ironic. While Xiaomi is making noise about all these HyperOS upgrades, they’re still not committing to global launch dates for some of their most loyal markets. So on one hand, yes, the update is rolling out. On the other hand, it’s sort of… not, at least depending on where you live.

So is it a major milestone or just a minor bump? I’m still undecided. But if you’re on a supported device, it’s worth updating. Just maybe not the kind of thing to stay up late refreshing your settings screen for.

Final Thoughts

HyperOS 2.2 seems like a thoughtful, if not overly flashy, update. The pacing of the rollout feels cautious, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. If you’re using one of the listed Xiaomi models, especially from the K80, K70, or 13 lines, you’re likely to see the update soon—assuming you’re in China. Otherwise, a little patience may be required.

Personally, I’ll wait until the global stable hits my Xiaomi 13 Pro. I’ve had mixed experiences with early updates, so I’m not rushing into this one. Still curious though.