Xiaomi may be preparing to launch its next-generation operating system sooner than expected. Recent developer activity strongly suggests that Xiaomi HyperOS 4 is already under development and could arrive earlier than Xiaomi’s usual update cycle. The reason behind this potential early launch is not just innovation—but the need to fix a deep system-level issue.
Xiaomi Hints at a Major OS4 Update
In a recent official report addressing issues found in the global firmware of HyperOS 2 and HyperOS 3, Xiaomi developers directly mentioned a “major update of OS4.” While Xiaomi has not officially confirmed the branding or final name, this reference clearly indicates that work on the next major system update is already underway.

Such mentions are rare in public bug reports, making this one particularly important. It shows that HyperOS 4 is not just in the planning stage but is actively being prepared to address serious system concerns.
Serious Launcher Bug Forces Deeper Changes
The early development of HyperOS 4 appears to be driven by a critical issue affecting recent flagship devices. Xiaomi developers were investigating a problem where the system launcher was closing unexpectedly on devices running HyperOS 3.
This issue was observed on Xiaomi 14T Pro and Xiaomi 15T Pro, specifically on firmware versions OS3.0.3.0.WNNEUXM and OS3.0.5.0.WOSEUXM. While launcher crashes are usually fixed with minor updates, this case turned out to be much more complex.
According to Xiaomi engineers, resolving this bug requires changes to critical system settings that directly affect overall system stability. These are not adjustments that can safely be pushed through a small patch or hotfix.
Why HyperOS 4 Is the Only Solution
Because the fix involves core system components, Xiaomi confirmed that the solution will be included in the next major OS update, referred to internally as OS4. This explains why HyperOS 4 development seems to be moving faster than expected.
Launching HyperOS 4 earlier would allow Xiaomi to:
- Fix deep system stability issues properly
- Avoid pushing risky changes via minor updates
- Improve launcher reliability and performance
- Deliver a cleaner, more stable user experience
This approach also reduces the chances of introducing new bugs while attempting to patch old ones.
What This Means for Xiaomi Users
If Xiaomi proceeds with an early rollout, HyperOS 4 may arrive sooner on flagship and premium devices, followed by other models later. While new features are expected, stability and system reliability will likely be the main focus of this update.
For users experiencing launcher crashes or performance issues on HyperOS 3, HyperOS 4 could be a much-needed solution rather than just another version upgrade.
Although Xiaomi has not officially announced HyperOS 4, the developer confirmation alone makes one thing clear: the update is real, important, and possibly closer than we think. An early launch would mark a strategic move by Xiaomi to prioritize long-term system stability over incremental fixes—something users will definitely appreciate.
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