Unexpected HyperOS Update Brings Fixes to Xiaomi’s End-of-Life Device

Xiaomi has unexpectedly released a new software update for the Xiaomi Mi 11 (China), even though the phone officially reached its end-of-life status more than a year ago. The update, version OS2.0.6.0.UKBCNXM, is based on Android 14 and was released on December 21, 2025. This move shows that Xiaomi is still paying attention to software quality, even for devices that are no longer officially supported.

The update is specifically for the Xiaomi Mi 11 running the China ROM. It does not add any new features and is mainly focused on fixing bugs seen in certain usage scenarios and improving overall system stability. Xiaomi says the goal of this update is to make the device more reliable and smoother in daily use.

What makes this update unusual is that the Mi 11’s official update support ended on December 1, 2024. In the Android ecosystem, it is very rare for a phone to receive updates after reaching EOL, especially a major Android version like Android 14. This shows that Xiaomi is still willing to step in when important fixes are needed, improve user experience, and support long-time users beyond the promised timeline.

Although the changelog does not mention new features, Android 14 itself brings several improvements. Users can expect better battery efficiency through improved background task handling and power management, stronger privacy controls for photos and media access, better system security, fewer crashes, smoother performance, and improved memory management. Android 14 also improves accessibility, with better font scaling and more consistent system behavior.

At the moment, this update is only available for the China ROM and appears to be part of a limited or beta rollout. There is no information yet on whether global variants of the Xiaomi Mi 11 will receive the same update.

Overall, the release of OS2.0.6.0.UKBCNXM sends a positive message to Xiaomi users. Even after a device reaches end-of-life, Xiaomi may still release updates to fix serious issues, which helps build trust and strengthens the company’s reputation for long-term software support.