Android 17 for Xiaomi, REDMI and POCO: eligible phones list

Google is preparing the next update of its mobile operating system, Android 17, codenamed Cinnamon Bun.

The final version is expected in June–July 2026. After that, Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones and tablets will start receiving HyperOS updates based on Android 17.

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When Android 17 will be released
Which Xiaomi phones will get the update
What’s new in Android 17

When Android 17 will be released

Google has changed its development approach and dropped the old Developer Preview scheme in favor of a continuous Canary channel. This makes it easier to roll out and test new features.

In April, the company released Android 17 Beta 4 — the last planned beta build before the stable release.

Android 17 release schedule:

February 13, 2026 — Beta 1;
February 26, 2026 — Beta 2;
March 26, 2026 — Beta 3;
April 6, 2026 — Beta 4;
May 19–20, 2026 — Google I/O presentation;
June–July 2026 — final release.

Right now Google is fixing the remaining bugs and finalizing the system, while third-party developers are testing apps for compatibility and updating their custom skins.

Google Pixel devices will be the first to get the update — the beta is already available for Pixel 6 and newer. After that, Android 17 will start rolling out to smartphones from Samsung, Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, OnePlus, OPPO, vivo, realme and other brands.

Xiaomi will distribute the new version as part of HyperOS 4, so users won’t get “stock” Android but rather the company’s custom skin built on top of it.

Update timing may vary depending on the firmware region (Global, China, EEA and others). Usually Chinese versions of devices get the update first (expected in November–December 2026), followed by Global versions (early 2027).

Which Xiaomi phones will get the update

AER (Android Enterprise Recommended) is a Google certification that confirms a smartphone meets the requirements for security, stability and update regularity.

The official mi.com website lists AER-certified phones and tablets along with their compatibility with past and future Android versions:

Based on this data, we can put together a list of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices that will receive the new Android version. We’ve also added newer models that are guaranteed to be updated.

Xiaomi Android 17 update list:

Xiaomi 13 Lite, Civi 3, the Xiaomi 12 and 11 series, as well as older models, will not be updated.

The Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4, Xiaomi 13, 13 Pro, 13 Ultra and MIX Fold 3 could theoretically receive Android 17, but there is no official confirmation yet.

Redmi phones eligible for Android 17:

While Xiaomi devices typically receive three Android version updates, REDMI phones and tablets have historically been limited to two — with the exception of the REDMI K and REDMI Note series. As a result, all REDMI 14, Redmi 13, REDMI A3/A4 and REDMI Turbo 3 models will continue running on their current OS. There is no official information about the REDMI Note 14S yet, but there’s still a chance it will be updated.

Starting with the REDMI Note 13 series, Note phones began receiving three OS updates. However, this didn’t apply to the 13R model. For the same reason, the REDMI Note 14 5G doesn’t support Android 17, although the rest of the REDMI Note 14 lineup will be updated.

The REDMI Note 12 and earlier models will stay on Android 16, just like the REDMI Pad Pro, REDMI Pad Pro 5G, REDMI Pad SE 8.7, SE 8.7 4G and older devices.

Phones with the “REDMI K” branding have historically received three OS updates. All smartphones in the REDMI K50 and K60 series have used up their allotment and are completing their major update cycle.

Some phones and tablets are missing from the official AER list on mi.com. For example, while some POCO devices are included, current models are not on the list at the moment.

Throughout the brand’s history, only the POCO M6 Pro and POCO X6 5G have received three Android versions; all others have received two. Since there is no official information on POCO devices yet, the list can be compiled based on devices that have received no more than one Android update.

POCO Android 17 compatibility list:

Some POCO phones may be updated for a third time (like the POCO M6 Pro and X6 5G). So if your device isn’t on the list above, don’t lose hope until official information appears.

POCO C71 runs on Android Go, and devices in this category receive updates differently than smartphones running MIUI or HyperOS. In theory, the device could get an update, but there’s no official information yet. It’s not worth thinking about this until the smartphone gets updated to Android 16.

A model’s support period doesn’t affect the number of Android versions it receives. Support only covers security patches and is not tied to HyperOS or Android releases.

What’s new in Android 17

The main focus is on system improvements: stability, memory management, security and the experience on devices with large screens.

New features in Android 17:

App Memory Limits. The system does a better job of managing apps that consume too much RAM. This reduces freezes, speeds up switching between programs and improves overall stability under heavy load. The difference is especially noticeable on smartphones with 6–8 GB of RAM, where memory shortages are felt sooner.
App monitoring. The OS keeps an eye on problematic apps that overload the processor, consume excessive memory or create background load. Controlling abnormal app behavior helps maintain consistent overall performance.
Internet connection protection. Support for an additional layer of HTTPS encryption (Encrypted Client Hello) hides part of the service network data from providers and intermediate networks. Connecting to websites and services becomes more private, especially on public Wi-Fi networks.
Separate volume for the voice assistant. The voice assistant’s volume can be adjusted separately from music, video or games. This allows for finer audio tuning without constantly changing the device’s overall volume.
Camera and video recording. Google has updated the system’s multimedia components. Confirmed changes include smoother Camera API performance, improved audio processing during recording and more stable behavior of third-party apps that use the camera.
Tablets and foldable smartphones. Google continues to adapt the system for large displays: improved app scaling, better behavior of resizable windows, refined interface response when switching screen orientation and improved multitasking on wide displays. This applies not only to the Pixel Tablet and Fold but also to upcoming Xiaomi, Samsung and other brands’ devices with large screens.
Bluetooth headset performance. In recent beta builds, Google has refined Bluetooth connection stability, voice call processing and compatibility with LE Audio devices. The number of dropped connections and audio issues with wireless headphones should decrease.

The features listed above are only part of what the operating system offers. For example, Android now has a setting that lets you hide app names on the home screen:

Worth highlighting separately are the ability to adjust flashlight brightness, recording a selected area of the screen, and the option to copy something on your phone and paste it on your PC.

Also, instead of granting full access to all contacts, an app can be given data for only a selected contact, while the location indicator will show which app is using your geodata.

The full list of features will be revealed at the official presentation. Which of these features make it into HyperOS 4 will become clear in the fall of 2026.

Android 17 is an update focused on stability, security and system optimization. Mass rollout begins in summer 2026, and Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices will receive it later, together with HyperOS 4.

Full Android 17 update compatibility list for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO

When Android 17 will be released

Which Xiaomi phones will get the update

What’s new in Android 17