A couple of days ago, Xiaomi specialists responsible for the system software began actively deploying the global version of the major HyperOS 2.2 update (details).
A fairly large number of Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices have already received the corresponding HyperOS 2.2 firmware (details), and now users who have updated their devices to HyperOS 2.2 Global have reported visible changes in this update.
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The effect of blurring the control center
The new Control Center blur effect in HyperOS 2.2 creates an amazing visual experience when the header section overlaps with the content.
This dynamic blur is automatically activated when users swipe down to access quick settings, providing a sophisticated glass-like transparency effect.
This feature in HyperOS 2.2 intelligently adjusts opacity levels based on background content, ensuring optimal readability while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Gallery Editor
HyperOS 2.2, among other things, introduces professional camera watermark capabilities in the Gallery editor through the updated Gallery Editor app.
Users can now add elegant Leica-style watermarks to their photos after shooting, bringing a professional photography aesthetic to everyday images.
Watermark options in HyperOS 2.2 include various typography styles, positioning options, and transparency settings. This feature is especially useful for photography enthusiasts who want to add professional branding to their work without requiring expensive camera equipment.
The clock on the lock screen
The updated lock screen in HyperOS 2.2 Global introduces enhanced clock displays and integrated wallpaper depth effects similar to the innovative iOS approach.
Users can now customize their lock screen with extended time displays that blend seamlessly with wallpaper images. The depth effect creates multi-layered compositions in which clock elements appear behind or in front of wallpaper objects.
The configuration options include:
- Multiple clock font styles and sizes
- Dynamic layer depth adjustment
- Configuring Wallpaper integration
- Color adaptation based on the background image
Compatibility
It is worth noting here that the above-mentioned innovations in the HyperOS 2.2 firmware are not available on all devices compatible with this update. Some chips remained in the Chinese version of the shell, while others are supplied exclusively to flagship Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco models or to sub—flagship devices.
P.S. We collect all the most interesting HyperOS 2.2 updates here, and you can find all the most interesting news about the HyperOS firmware in general in this section.
