Emir BardakçıThere seem to be very obvious similarities between POCO Launcher and HyperOS Launcher, based on the recent developments in the system software of Xiaomi. One of the most apparent indicators of this convergence is the version number. POCO Pads use the same launcher app as Xiaomi Pads.
Differences That Appeared as Visual and Functional Are Vanishing
At this point, aside from version unification, there are changes to the POCO Pad Launcher icon as well. In previous designs, POCO Pad had a distinct launcher icon design that stood out as a brand identity feature. In new designs, the launcher icon is identical to that of HyperOS Launcher. This also applies to application package size, which is almost identical; this further reinforces that POCO and Xiaomi’s launchers are identical and share the same codebase. From a software development point of view, it promotes code unification and enables Xiaomi to address optimizations on POCO and Xiaomi devices more effectively.
Strategy for Moving Towards a Unified Launcher
Xiaomi has been working towards streamlining its software experience with HyperOS. Having two separate build versions of the launcher with the same set of features causes redundant development.
In such a scenario, devices from the POCO Pad series will arrive with the HyperOS Launcher right from the start. This will help the users of the POCO tablet series get the latest features, animations, or boosters from the HyperOS Launcher, side by side with the Xiaomi tablets.
What This Means for POCO Users
However, this would be a very beneficial move for consumers. Having a common launcher will translate to quicker releases, fewer bugs, and a common experience on all smartphones. This will also mean that Xiaomi will be spending time on delivering quality experience on one common launcher rather than enhancing different launchers according to brands.
Nevertheless, the overall evidence seems to suggest a smooth and managed merge rather than an outright dismissal. Xiaomi seems to be gearing up its users for a unified launcher experience that fits in with its overall vision of HyperOS.
when willteh hyperOS luncher come to Poco phones
Xiaomi ist gread
The best thing they could do is make this decision… We hope so.
How to switch, i want install but can’t
why can’t I install this version of the Launcher? it says poco but my F7 says it’s not valid. Does it only install on HOS3?
please try to hyper os 3 the new hyper os launcher the best decision to very excited 😄 wait for hyper os luncher
please redmi xiaomi same icon to poco device to hyper os luncher
The best news Xiaomi has given us is unifying the Poco launcher with Xiaomi itself. I hope it doesn’t just remain news and becomes a reality very soon.
You at the company Xiaomi only know how to promise. Where is the update for the Poco X7 Pro to Android 16 Hyper OS3? Samsung has already moved on, you are just playing around. I am thinking of changing my phone because of this lack of commitment from this company.