The latest HyperOS 2 updates for Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices built on Android 15 have made significant changes to the traditional functionality of the power button – pressing it now activates the Gemini assistant.
This has led to noticeable user confusion, as the standard method of shutting down devices has been changed. The main reason for this shift is related to the integration of Google’s Gemini AI assistant, which now takes over the main function of the power button.
As a result, Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco owners must adapt to new device shutdown procedures that reflect broader trends in the evolution of the smartphone’s user interface.
By the way, in the latest “HyperOS Optimization Report” published here, the manufacturer responded to user complaints about the launch of the Gemini assistant on the power button.:
It is not possible to turn off the device after pressing the power button. Affected devices — all affected versions of HyperOS — all builds based on Android 15.
Status: It’s planned. According to Google’s requirements, the power button must be changed to activate the Gemini function, and the combination of the power button and the volume up button can be used to turn off or restart the device.
To turn off or restart the device using the power key: go to Settings —Additional settings —Gesture shortcuts and selectPress and hold the power button for 0.5 seconds orPress and hold the power button for 3 seconds.
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Justification of functional modification
That is, the change in the operation of the power button on Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices is not related to a malfunction or error, but a direct response from the company to Google’s requirements for Android 15 devices.
This solution prioritizes quick access to Gemini, Google’s latest AI-powered assistant, via the hardware power button.
Alternative methods of shutting down the device
Xiaomi has outlined several alternative approaches for users to restore or mimic the traditional shutdown functionality. They include:
- Press the power and volume up buttons at the same time.
- Adjust the duration of pressing the power button through the device settings to turn on or off (for example, choosing to hold for 0.5 seconds or 3 seconds).
- Using the gesture settings available in the system settings to activate the preferred behavior.
These offers allow Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco users to regain access to convenient device management processes while simultaneously implementing new artificial intelligence features.
Conclusion
This power button functionality change affects all Xiaomi devices running the proprietary HyperOS 2 firmware based on Android 15, ensuring a consistent experience across the entire product line.
The change illustrates Xiaomi’s commitment to Google’s latest AI integration guidelines, while offering users a degree of flexibility through customizable gesture controls.
P.S. We collect all the most interesting information about the new version of the HyperOS 2 software platform here, and you can find the latest news about the HyperOS system in this section.