The Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi has introduced a new addition to the HyperOS ecosystem: Winplay Engine, which will let Xiaomi tablets play Windows games without an internet connection.

Winplay Engine is a three-layer virtualization translation technology, it arrives with support for handle/keyboard and mouse connection. With the help of this cutting-edge technology, GPU performance loss is only 2.9%. Users can also easily access games from popular platforms like Steam and GOG.

This engine will redefine tablet gaming by enabling Windows game compatibility at the system level. The Winplay engine leverages the capabilities of Xiaomi HyperCore, which will provide users with ultra-high performance and stability while running Windows games locally.

After Xiaomi’s official announcement, tipster Digital Chat Station also shared a video on the Weibo platform that showcases WinPlay running Windows games on Pad 6S Pro, including seamless compatibility with Xbox controllers.

Currently, the WinPlay Engine is in its internal testing phase, but it is only for Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 users. To participate in the internal test, Pad 6S Pro 12.4 users need to apply for OS2 AI Treasure Box internal drawing permissions in the Xiaomi community. The company has not revealed the timeline for the formal release of WinPlay engine.

It is expected that Xiaomi may soon start the internal testing of WinPlay Engine for more Xiaomi Pads. Stay tuned with The Tech Outlook for more updates.

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The Chinese leading consumer electronics maker, Xiaomi, introduced its HyperOS 2 custom skin based on the Android 15 operating system two months back in October 2024 along with its latest gadgets and now, the latest feature upgrade plan for its devices (China) have been shared. By early next year, many of the eligible devices will receive the latest HyperOS 2 update.

Read more about it below.

Xiaomi HyperOS 2 – Latest Upgrade Plan

Firstly speaking about the features, the full-ecological AI smart assistant Super Xiao AI will be made available to official version users for the first time with the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 2 update. New visual design, multiple wake-up methods, global multi-modal interaction, natural language search for finding files with Super Xiao AI, better user experience with more capabilities, 4 x 6 layout option support, Photo Album optimizations, new classic scenery template lock screen, and new system animations with animation optimizations are few of the notable features of Xiaomi’s latest HyperOS 2 upgrade.

Speaking of the roll-out plan, in the first phase, the below-give nine smartphone devices will be receiving these new feature upgrades and the roll-out process is currently live.

• Xiaomi 15 Pro
• Xiaomi 15
• Xiaomi 14 Ultra
• Xiaomi 14 Pro Titanium Edition (Satellite Communication)
• Xiaomi 14 Pro
• Xiaomi 14
• Redmi K80 Pro
• Redmi K80
• Redmi K70 Extreme Edition

Later from 20th January 2025 onwards, 8 more below-given models will receive the new Xiaomi HyperOS 2 feature upgrade.

• Xiaomi Mix Fold 4
• Xiaomi Mix Flip
• Redmi K70 Pro
• Redmi K70
• Redmi K70E
• Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
• Xiaomi Pad 7
• Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4

From 27th January 2025, it will again be pushed to 9 more devices as given below.

• Xiaomi 13 Ultra
• Xiaomi 13 Pro
• Xiaomi 13
• Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
• Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro
• Redmi K60 Extreme Edition
• Redmi K60 Pro
• Redmi Turbo 4
• Redmi Turbo 3

More updates concerning the upgrade progress and update plans are also revealed to be shared soon by the brand. Stay tuned.

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Xiaomi has announced the release of its latest operating system, HyperOS 2 based on Android 15, debuting first on the Xiaomi 14T Series. Promising a “faster, smarter, smoother” user experience, HyperOS 2 aims to enhance the overall performance and fluidity of Xiaomi devices.

The rollout will occur in phases, starting with the first set of devices in November 2024. This includes models like Xiaomi MIX Flip, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, and POCO F6 Pro. The second phase, scheduled for December 2024, will cover devices such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi 12 Pro, and the POCO F4 GT. Additionally, several Xiaomi tablets and wearables, like the Xiaomi Pad 6 and Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro, will receive the update.

November 2024 Global Rollout:

• Phones: Xiaomi MIX Flip, Xiaomi 14T Pro, Xiaomi 14T, Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 13 5G, Redmi Note 13, POCO F6 Pro, POCO X6 Pro, POCO X6, POCO M6 Pro
• Tablets: Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
• Wearables: Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro

December 2024 Global Rollout:

• Phones: Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Xiaomi 13 Pro, Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Lite, Xiaomi 12T Pro, Xiaomi 12T, Xiaomi 12 Pro, Xiaomi 12, Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11, Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, Redmi K50i, Redmi 13, Redmi 13C, Redmi 13S 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 12 5G, Redmi Note 12S, Redmi 12 5G, Redmi 12, POCO F6, POCO M6, POCO C65, POCO X5 Pro 5G, POCO F5, POCO X4 GT, POCO F4 GT
• Tablets: Xiaomi Pad 6, Redmi Pad Pro 5G, Redmi Pad Pro, Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G, Redmi Pad SE 8.7, Redmi Pad SE, POCO Pad

This staged release ensures a smooth transition to the new system, which is expected to bring significant performance improvements.

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A few days back at its product launch conference, Xiaomi officially unveiled Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0. This new custom OS was said to enhance user experience across devices with its features and improvements. The brand has also shared the roadmap for this upgrade. Xiaomi HyperOS 2 includes a new feature- Apple ecosystem interconnection function.

Wondering what this function is about? Well Apple Ecosystem Interconnection function allows Xiaomi phones to quickly transfer files between iPhone/iPad/Mac, and even the Mi desktop supports use on Mac, enabling Xiaomi phone screen to be mirrored to Max and files can be copied and shared with keyboard and mouse input. As per Xiaomi, after this function is introduced, Xiaomis interconnection began to move from cross-device integration to cross-eco integration.

In its recent announcement, Xiaomi has shared instructions to use this function. Firstly to use this function users will have to upgrade their device to Xiaomi HyperOS 2. Secondly make sure that the Cross-screen collaboration service and Xiaomi Transmission have been updated to the following versions- the version number of the Cross-screen collaboration service is greater than or equal to 16.00.50, the version number of Xiaomi Share is greater than or equal to 3.3.0.

The upgrade method includes the App store- My upgrade whereas the View method includes: Phone settings- Application settings- and search (cross-screen collaboration service, Xiaomi transfer).

Cross-screen collaboration service and Mi Transmit have been pushed through the App Store self-upgrade method and are said to be fully available within a week. The company has also revealed that the Xiaomi Internet Service application has been fully launched on the Apple App Store, and users can search and download it on their iPhone/iPad.

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