There’s a growing buzz online suggesting that Xiaomi is considering a bold shift in how it names its operating systems. Rumor has it that the company plans to move from the expected HyperOS 3 to HyperOS 26, mirroring Apple’s rumored jump from iOS 19 directly to iOS 26 (gizchina.com).
š² Why the Leap to 26?
The change would tie the software's version number to the calendar year—just like Apple appears to be doing. This year-based naming strategy could make it simpler for users to know when their device’s OS was released, reducing confusion (huaweicentral.com).
What’s Driving Xiaomi’s Decision?
According to reports from sources like XiaomiTime, this move would align the company with top-tier tech firms and establish a more intuitive naming system. It ensures firmware versions reflect the year of release, making software versions more transparent and up-to-date in users’ eyes (gizmochina.com).
Benefits & Challenges
Pros:
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Clarity: Seeing “HyperOS 26” would instantly communicate its release in 2026.
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Consistency: Aligning naming with major tech standards can simplify marketing and communication.
Cons:
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Strict Timeline: Xiaomi must consistently launch new OS versions yearly—delays could throw off the naming alignment.
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User Adjustment: Longtime fans familiar with numeric progression may find the sudden number jump confusing.
What’s Next?
If Xiaomi chooses this route, the earliest it could debut HyperOS 26 is around late 2025, likely during major product launches in October or November (gizchina.com). However, nothing is official—this remains speculative until a confirmation arrives from Xiaomi itself (gizmochina.com).
Final Thoughts
A calendar-based naming system could make it much easier to keep track of OS updates. But it also raises the stakes for Xiaomi to maintain a reliable release schedule. Only time will tell if HyperOS will follow Apple’s path—or stick to its traditional naming approach.
Original reporting by GSMArena — thanks to the author for the insights and analysis.
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