Xiaomi is officially cutting software support for nine of its smartphones. The decision affects both flagship and budget devices, marking the end of their update journey. For millions of users, this means no more security patches or Android upgrades — though their phones will keep working just fine. It’s the natural closing chapter of Xiaomi’s update cycle.
Budget Phones First to Say Goodbye
The first models to reach end-of-life are Xiaomi’s budget workhorses: Redmi A1, A1+, and POCO C50. These entry-level phones shipped with MIUI 13 on Android 12 and haven’t seen updates for more than a year.
That’s not unusual. Xiaomi typically gives its affordable phones around two years of updates — shorter than Samsung or Google, but fair considering their price tags. Most buyers in this range aren’t chasing Android versions; they just need something reliable that lasts.
Flagships Finish Their Run on HyperOS
The bigger surprise is the Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro. Both end their journey on HyperOS 1 with Android 14. They received steady updates throughout their lifespan, showing how Xiaomi has grown in its consistency.
The Mi 11 Lite 5G NE and Mi 11 LE join them, wrapping up after reaching HyperOS 2. These 2021 models held up well — getting Android 14 is a solid run by modern standards. It’s also a quiet signal that Xiaomi is moving deeper into its unified HyperOS ecosystem, built for longer support and smoother performance.
(If anything, it’s nice to see the brand being transparent about its roadmap — something users often complain other OEMs avoid.)
Mid-Range Devices Close Out Too
The POCO M5 and Redmi 11 Prime 4G round out the list. Both were mid-range phones running Android 14 under HyperOS 1, but had already slowed down on updates earlier this year.
Xiaomi’s mid-tier lineup usually gets two to three major Android updates. It’s decent, though competition is heating up. Samsung, OnePlus, and even Nothing now push for four or five years — so the bar is definitely higher than it used to be.
Still Working, Just Not Updating
These phones will keep functioning normally, but without any new OTA or security patches. Of course, if you care about long-term support, moving to a newer Xiaomi or POCO running HyperOS 2 or 3 makes more sense. Xiaomi has been clear that newer models will benefit from extended update cycles — and that’s good news for anyone buying into the brand in 2025.
The Bigger Picture
It’s easy to see this as Xiaomi “dropping support,” but really, it’s just the brand staying on schedule. Smartphones can’t stay current forever, and this EOL list is part of keeping the system clean and secure for newer devices.
What’s interesting, though, is how much better Xiaomi has become at managing these transitions. A few years ago, users often found out their phones were done after updates stopped. Now, Xiaomi announces it upfront — that’s progress.
Key Takeaways
- Xiaomi ends official updates for nine smartphones across Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO lines.
- Budget models like Redmi A1, A1+, and POCO C50 are among the first to go.
- Flagships Xiaomi 11T / 11T Pro and Mi 11 Lite 5G NE finish on HyperOS 1 and 2.
- Mid-range phones POCO M5 and Redmi 11 Prime 4G are also now EOL.
- Phones stay functional, but soon you will need to retire them
Source from Gizchina
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