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Redmi Note 13 Pro+ Receiving Massive HyperOS 1.5 August Update in India
Xiaomi’s HyperOS 1.5 August Updates are now available for several phones across all regions. Now the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ started receiving a new HyperOS 1.5 based August update in India with massive changes and bug fixes.
Xiaomi is finally rolling out the latest HyperOS 1.5 August update for the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ users in Indian region with 1.0.10.0.UNOINXM build number and the size of the update is 277 MB. Currently, the update is in beta stages and will be rolled out for all users in the coming week.
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What’s New
The HyperOS 1.5 update on the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ integrates the latest August 2024 Android security patch level that will ensure the system security and stability of the device. Also, being HyperOS 1.5 update, it promises to improve app preloading to enhance the app startup speed along with faster apps opening. Moreover, the update also fixes several bugs from the system such as the size issue for some games in pinned floating window along with video apps weren’t displayed correctly when switching screen orientation.
Apart from these changes, the issue where some toggles in the control center occasionally failed to work has been fixed. Crashing issue in the always-on-display in certain cases has fixed completely.
Xiaomi also fixed many bugs in the status bar and notification shade such as 5G icon issue after switching font size of changing to a third party font. A new toggle has been added under Settings/Lock Screen to disable the ability of opening lock screen editing interface. This will avoid the chances of accidental touches on the lock screen that may open the editing interface.
Changelog
System
- Optimization: Improved app preloading to enhance app startup speed
- Optimization: New startup animation strategy makes apps launch faster
- Updated the security patch to August 2024. Increased system security.
Floating windows
- Fix: Video apps weren’t displayed correctly when switching screen orientation
- Fix: The size of pinned floating windows for some games was incorrect
Control Center
- Fix: Some toggles occasionally failed to work
Always-on-disaply
- Fix: Crashes occured in some cases
Lock screen
- New: A switch for a feature that allows long pressing Home screen to edit it
Clock
- Fix: When setting alarm repetiton, the checkbox was displayed abnormally when switching to Dark mode
Status bar, Notification shade
- Fix: Single-line notification icons were not fully displayed
- Fix: Blank notifications appeared with only the icon displayed
- Fix: The 5G icon in the status bar wasn’t fully displayed after switching font size or changing to a third party font
The Poco X7 is launching on January 9 with top-tier features, including IP68 and IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance. This information was confirmed by Flipkart, an Indian online retailer, through promo pages for the Poco X7 and X7 Pro.
The Poco X7 will sport a 1.5K 3D curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and an impressive peak brightness of 3000 nits. The screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+. A fingerprint scanner is embedded under the display for easy biometric authentication.
Flipkart also shared details about the Poco X7 Pro’s cameras. It features: A 50MP primary camera with the Sony LYT 600 sensor and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), an 8MP ultrawide camera for wide-angle shots,a 20MP selfie camera for crisp photos. The Pro model will also support 4K video recording at 60 FPS with both OIS and EIS. A special Director Mode will let users create cinematic videos.
The Poco X7 Pro will pack a Dimensity 8400 Ultra SoC, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage. It also includes HyperOS 2 for a seamless user experience, 90W fast charging, and a massive 6000 mAh battery (increased to 6550 mAh for the Indian market).
The Poco X7 Pro will have a base price of under INR 30000 ($350/€340), making it a competitive option in its segment. Poco will also launch a special Poco X7 Pro Iron Man Edition next Thursday.
In January 2025, Xiaomi began rolling out the HyperOS 2 update for its 12 series devices in China. The update will expand to global markets later this month. The HyperOS 2 update is based on Android 15 and introduces new features while improving existing ones.
The following Xiaomi 12 series devices are set to receive the update:
- Xiaomi 12
- Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Xiaomi 12S
- Xiaomi 12S Pro
- Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Release Timeline
China: All eligible devices will receive the update by January 15 2025.
Global: The international rollout will be completed by the end of January 2025.
Key Features of HyperOS 2
Android 15 Foundation: Better performance, security and app compatibility.
New Multitasking UI: Inspired by iOS with a revamped “Recent Apps” layout for smoother app management.
AI Tools: Advanced photo and video editing powered by artificial intelligence.
Redesigned Game Turbo 6.0: Offers improved performance and customizable gaming settings.
Improved Animations: Enhances user experience with smoother modern animations.
Storage Sandbox: Provides better file management and privacy controls.
HyperOS 2 not only makes Xiaomi devices faster and more visually appealing but also introduces smarter features for everyday use. By leveraging Android 15’s capabilities, the update promises a seamless and intuitive experience for users.
Xiaomi has updated its bootloader unlock policy, limiting users to unlocking just one device per year per account. This change, first reported by XiaomiTime, marks a significant shift from the previous limit of three devices annually per account.
Unlocking the bootloader is a crucial step for users looking to install custom ROMs, a practice that has been a cornerstone of Xiaomi’s strong community support. The update adds to the existing challenges, such as the mandatory seven-day waiting period before the unlock process can begin.
This new restriction is expected to affect developers and third-party ROM communities significantly. Xiaomi, along with its sub-brands Redmi and POCO, has traditionally been a favorite among developers for creating custom ROMs. However, the new policy could slow down development efforts and force developers to focus only on the most popular devices.
The custom ROM community has already faced setbacks in recent years, partly due to Google’s Play Integrity API, which complicates modifications. Additionally, many manufacturers, including Xiaomi, now offer more than four years of Android updates, reducing the necessity for custom ROMs.
For custom ROM fans and users dissatisfied with Xiaomi’s default software, the policy change is frustrating. Many see it as an indirect move against the custom ROM community. Enthusiasts are urging Xiaomi to roll back the policy and continue supporting the vibrant developer community.