Today Xiaomi HyperOS announced significant changes to its development strategy. It replaces the current “Development” version with a new initiative called “Beta”. Now Xiaomi It’s releasing a “Development” version of its custom skin so early adopters can experience potential bugs and crashes in exchange for new features. While this approach is valuable for collecting initial feedback, it also has its drawbacks.

The new beta program promises a smoother experience. Beta testers will still be able to get a quick look at upcoming features, but this will be a major benefit of seamless updates between beta and official release.

This means no more data deletion when switching between testing and daily use; This is a big problem for users of previous development versions. Additionally, beta testers will receive updates directly from the official version, ensuring they stay up to date without the need for manual intervention.

Another important development is Xiaomi’s new approach to hiring and firing cycles. The beta program will implement a flexible model for new feature releases. This means there will be no fixed schedule for the release of features; instead they will be deployed as needed. This will allow for targeted testing of future features that could lead to more advanced updates.

Xiaomi plans to finalize the “development version” by August 2024. Existing users can seamlessly upgrade to the official version without data loss. Initial enrollment in the beta testing program is expected to begin in Q4 2024. Specific details regarding compatible phones and application procedures will be announced on the Xiaomi Community Internal Testing Center application page.

The updated system development plan offers a number of advantages for both Xiaomi and its users. Users can enjoy a more stable beta version thanks to seamless updates, and Xiaomi uses targeted testing and faster feedback to improve HyperOS.