Google introduced Android 15 at the Google I/O developer conference last month. Several brands, including Xiaomi, announced their participation in Android 15 testing at the conference.
The Android 15 beta testing is currently live for Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 13T Pro, and Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4, allowing users to get an early look at the upcoming OS. These three devices are guaranteed to receive the Android 15 update once it starts rolling out. However, a lot of Xiaomi users are unsure about the update eligibility of their devices.
In this post, I have jotted down the Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco phones and tablets that are unlikely to get the Android 15 update. Go through the list below to find out if you’ll need to upgrade to a newer model to access the latest features and enhancements.
Also Read: How to Install Android 15 Beta on Xiaomi Devices
These Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco Devices Won’t Get Android 15 Update
[Xiaomi]
- Xiaomi Civi
- Xiaomi 12X
- Xiaomi 11i
- Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G
- Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Xiaomi 11T
- Xiaomi 11T Pro
- Xiaomi Mi 11X
- Xiaomi Mi 11X Pro
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- Xiaomi Mi 11i
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G
- Xiaomi Mi 10S
- Xiaomi Mi 10i 5G
- Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- Xiaomi Pad 5
- Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro
- Xiaomi Mix 4
- And all older devices
[Redmi]
- Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
- Redmi A2
- Redmi A2+
- Redmi Note 12 5G
- Redmi K60E
- Redmi 12C
- Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Redmi Note 12 Discovery
- Redmi Pad
- Redmi Note 11R
- Redmi A1+
- Redmi 11 Prime
- Redmi 11 Prime 5G
- Redmi A1
- Redmi Note 11 SE
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Redmi K50i
- Redmi Note 11T Pro
- Redmi Note 11T Pro+
- Redmi Note 11 SE
- Redmi 10 Power
- Redmi 10 Prime 2022
- Redmi 10A
- Redmi Note 11S 5G
- Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G
- Redmi K50
- Redmi K50 Pro
- Redmi K40S
- Redmi 10
- Redmi 10C
- Redmi Note 11E
- Redmi Note 11E Pro
- Redmi K50 Gaming
- Redmi 10 (2022)
- Redmi Note 11
- Redmi Note 11 Pro
- Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
- Redmi Note 11S
- And all older devices
[Poco]
- Poco X5
- Poco X5 Pro
- Poco X4 GT
- Poco X4 Pro 5G
- Poco M5
- Poco M5s
- Poco M4 5G
- Poco M4 Pro 5G
- Poco F4
- Poco F4 GT
- Poco C55
- Poco C50
- Poco C40
- And all older devices
This is not the final list by any means. We have prepared it by analyzing the company’s software update policy and past rollouts. The final list may vary but won’t differ much from the above list. So, if your device isn’t on the list, don’t panic and wait until the official list comes out.
Xiaomi doesn’t have a clear-cut software update policy for its smartphones and tablets. However, reviewing past rollouts suggests that their mid-range phones typically get two Android updates, whereas the high-end phones get up to three. But recent models come with an extended year of software support.
Android 15: What to Expect?
Google recently announced Android 15 beta 3. With this release, the upcoming OS reached platform stability, which is the last phase before the stable build is released for the public. According to reports, Android 15 will be released in October.
Here are the top features and enhancements in the OS:
1. Theft Detection Lock
If someone snatches your phone and runs away with it, the device senses that motion and immediately locks the screen, preventing bad uses of your device.
The device will lock itself even if it detects suspicious activities like constant attempts to disconnect the phone or multiple failed login attempts. The best thing is that the other person will have to use the same Google account to set up the device after a factory reset. Otherwise, the device will be useless.
2. Private Space
Android 15 has a private space feature to protect apps and files you don’t want others to access. It uses a separate user profile and lets you set up a different lock factor for better security.
Everything you do in the private space will be invisible to the other space. Even the apps won’t show in the recent apps section. And all your downloads in the private space remain there.
3. App Pairs
If you frequently use apps in the split screen mode, you’ll love app pairs in Android 15. It lets you create a shortcut for your favourite split-screen combination to open them in a single click.
4. Satellite Connectivity Support
Android 15 “extend platform support for satellite connectivity”. It adds some UI elements to ensure a consistent user experience.
The OS provides support for SMS and MMS apps as well as preloaded RCS apps to use satellite connectivity for sending and receiving messages. This also means satellite messaging in Android 15 won’t be limited to emergency uses only. Also, Android 15 apps can detect when a device is connected to a satellite.
5. Partial Screen Sharing
If you screen share or do a screen recording, the video shows everything on your screen, including things you don’t want to show. Android 15 takes it to the next step by introducing partial screen sharing. With this feature, you’ll be able to screen share or record a single app rather than the entire screen.
Which Redmi smartphone do you have and what are your expectations from Android 15? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
More on Android 15:
1. Android 15 Update: When Is It Coming to Your Phone?
2. Here’s the List of All Devices to Get the Android 15 Update
3. 10 Amazing Features Coming to Android 15
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