Back in February, it was reported that Xiaomi developers would soon begin adding the ability to update the battery firmware (details) to HyperOS 2 firmware, and now owners of some Xiaomi models are saying that this functionality has begun to appear on their devices.
Hidden in the HyperOS 2 settings, Xiaomi’s battery firmware update tool allows users to calibrate their device’s power management system.
This step is part of Xiaomi’s ongoing efforts to enhance the durability of the device and enhance the user experience through programmatic tweaks.
The upgrade process is very simple – to access this feature, go to Settings – Battery – Advanced Features, where you will find the Firmware Update item.
The HyperOS Update Battery Firmware feature allows users to search for and install the latest battery firmware updates to help improve charging efficiency and overall battery health.
Regular updates of the battery firmware can give your Xiaomi smartphone a number of advantages:
- Improved charging algorithms to extend battery life
- Improved energy consumption control
- Improved battery level report
- Solving known problems related to batteries
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