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Xiaomi Fixed One Problem… But Gave Users Another? A Closer Look at the HyperOS Update
By: Michael B Norris | Trendingalone
What’s going on with Xiaomi’s latest update?
If you own a Xiaomi phone—especially the new Redmi Turbo 4 Pro—you’ve probably already seen the prompt to update to HyperOS 2.0.114.0. The update promised to fix some frustrating screen bugs… and to Xiaomi’s credit, it did help with that.
But while the screen issues may be behind us, users are now running into something arguably worse: serious battery drain.
Let’s unpack what’s fixed, what’s broken, and what Xiaomi needs to do next.
First, the good news: screen issues are mostly fixed
Earlier this year, users began reporting annoying problems on the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro—flickering screens, ghost touches, and frozen displays. For a flagship-level device, that’s a nightmare.
With the 2.0.114.0 update, Xiaomi finally seems to have gotten it right. Screen responsiveness has improved, and most of the visual glitches are gone.
“The display was acting up so badly that I stopped using my phone for work. After the update, it feels like a new device,” shared Ankit R., a Xiaomi user from Pune, in a community post.
And he’s not the only one. Dozens of Turbo 4 Pro owners on Reddit and Xiaomi forums have confirmed that the screen is finally behaving as expected.
Now, the bad news: battery life is tanking
While the display issues may be solved, the update introduced—or worsened—another major headache: battery drain.
It’s not just one or two users either. Across different forums, people are saying that their phones barely make it through half the day.
Here are a few real voices we found:
@X10Legacy, Xiaomi 10 user:
“I updated to HyperOS and went from 16 hours on battery saver to just 6. What the hell happened?”
@RedmiMaxedOut, Xiaomi 14 owner:
“I’m losing 20% battery while I sleep. No apps running, just idle. Something's off.”
@TechDadDelhi, longtime Redmi user:
“Reddit and Telegram heat up my phone like I’m gaming. This never happened on MIUI 14.”
What’s frustrating here is that these complaints aren’t limited to one model or one region. It’s widespread, and users feel like they’re beta testing a half-baked OS.
What is HyperOS, and why is it struggling?
Xiaomi introduced HyperOS as their next-gen system—one that would unify everything from smartphones to smart home devices, even cars. On paper, it’s a brilliant idea.
But real-world performance? Still shaky.
A few possible reasons:
More background services = more battery usage
Aggressive memory management = app refreshes and overheating
Incomplete optimization = universal bugs across devices
“Xiaomi bit off more than they could chew with HyperOS,” said mobile analyst Neha Bhasin in a recent podcast. “They’re building an ecosystem, but they’re not yet winning user trust.”
Meanwhile, look at what competitors are doing
This is where the frustration deepens for Xiaomi fans.
Samsung: The Galaxy Z Fold 7 gets 7 years of software support. Most updates are smooth, with very few battery complaints.
Apple: Just released iOS 18.4.1, and users got it overnight. Even on older iPhones, battery performance stayed stable.
These companies aren’t perfect—but their update strategies show maturity, planning, and trustworthiness. Xiaomi, by comparison, still seems reactive.
So… what’s next?
To Xiaomi’s credit, they’re not ignoring feedback. They’ve encouraged users to report bugs using the Feedback App and regularly post known issues in community forums.
But fixing the screen glitch while introducing a power issue feels like one step forward, two steps back.
And here’s the thing—users don’t care how ambitious HyperOS is if their phone keeps dying by dinner time. They want reliability.
What we think Xiaomi needs to do (real talk):
Prioritize power optimization — If HyperOS is going to be the future, it has to be stable across all devices.
Be transparent about bugs — A weekly changelog is good, but not enough. Users want honesty and clarity.
Test more before rolling out — A staged rollout with opt-in beta users could avoid situations like this.
Communicate like humans, not PR bots — Give us real updates, not vague statements.
Final thoughts
At the end of the day, Xiaomi still has a loyal user base. People want to believe in HyperOS. But each update that causes more harm than good chips away at that trust.
If you’re a Redmi Turbo 4 Pro owner, you can breathe easy—the screen’s fixed. But if you’re dealing with rapid battery drain, you're not alone. And hopefully, Xiaomi is listening.
TL;DR (Too Long; Didn’t Read)
✅ Screen glitches on Redmi Turbo 4 Pro are fixed
⚠️ Battery drain is now a major issue across multiple devices
🤔 Users are frustrated and calling out Xiaomi online
📱 Competitors like Samsung and Apple are doing better with updates
🔧 Xiaomi needs to step up optimization and communication to regain trust
Let’s hear from you!
Have you updated to HyperOS yet? Are you noticing battery problems too—or has your experience been smooth? Drop a comment below 👇
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