Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0 Update Could Bring Hidden Camera Detection Capability to Its Smartphones: Report

Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0 Update Could Bring Hidden Camera Detection Capability to Its Smartphones: Report

The feature, dubbed “Camera scan” is tipped to arrive in October for Xiaomi devices alongside the HyperOS 2.0 update.

Xiaomi debuted its HyperOS operating system in India with the launch of Poco X6 Pro in January

Highlights

• HyperOS 2.0 update is reported to bring a new privacy-focussed feature
• it is speculated to debut with the update in October this year
• The feature is similar to a Python-based program dubbed Ingram

Xiaomi debuted its new operating system (OS) dubbed HyperOS with the introduction of its flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 14 series in China in October 2023. It replaced the existing MIUI which had powered its smartphones for a long time. Now, the Chinese technology company is speculated to be developing HyperOS 2.0 – its next-generation OS based on the Android platform. One of the reported features of the purported update could be its hidden camera detection capabilities which may solve a crucial privacy problem faced by frequent travellers.

Xiaomi HyperOS Update

According to a report by the media outlet XiaomiTime, the HyperOS 2.0 update may support the detection of hidden cameras through wireless local-area network (WLAN) searches. Using WLAN signals, Xiaomi devices will reportedly be able to search and identify cameras that may be hidden in the vicinity.

Hidden Camera Detection Feature in HyperOS
Photo Credit: XiaomiTime

As per the screenshot shared by the publication, the feature may be dubbed “Camera scan”. The user interface (UI) reportedly reads, “Detect hidden cameras to protect your privacy and personal safety”. It may enable users to scan for potentially hidden cameras nearby via a single tap.

This feature is speculated to tackle privacy concerns faced by ardent travellers in environments that are unfamiliar by alerting them of potential threats of surveillance unbeknownst to them. It is similar to a Python-based program dubbed Ingram. Available on GitHub, it is said to screen IP addresses to detect webcam vulnerabilities.

The “Camera scan” feature is tipped to arrive in October this year for Xiaomi devices alongside the HyperOS 2.0 update, a year after the rollout of HyperOS 1.0. Similar to last year's update, it is expected to bring enhancements to device performance and interconnectivity, in addition to more customisation options.

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Notably, Xiaomi debuted its Android 14-based HyperOS in India with the launch of the Poco X6 Pro (review) in January. Other devices like the Poco F4, Poco M4 Pro, Poco C65, Poco M6, and Poco X6 Neo have also been confirmed to receive the update.

Xiaomi 14

• REVIEW
• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

• Design
• Display
• Software
• Performance
• Battery Life
• Camera
• Value for Money

• Good
• Compact form factor and aesthetics
• Excellent camera setup
• Top-notch performance
• Excellent display

• Bad
• Bloatware apps
• Selfie camera is inconsistent in low-light

Read detailed Xiaomi 14 reviewDisplay 6.36-inchProcessor Snapdragon 8 Gen 3Front Camera 32-megapixelRear Camera 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixelRAM 12GBStorage 512GBBattery Capacity 4610mAhOS AndroidResolution 1200×2670 pixels

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Poco X6 Neo 5G

• REVIEW
• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

• Design
• Display
• Software
• Performance
• Battery Life
• Camera
• Value for Money

• Good
• Great display with slim bezels
• Value for money
• Main camera produces good results in daylight
• Good battery life

• Bad
• Runs Android 13
• Bloatware
• Lowlight camera performance

Read detailed Poco X6 Neo 5G reviewDisplay 6.67-inchProcessor MediaTek Dimensity 6080Front Camera 16-megapixelRear Camera 108-megapixel + 2-megapixelRAM 8GB, 12GBStorage 128GB, 256GBBattery Capacity 5000mAhOS Android 13Resolution 1080×2400 pixels

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Poco F4 5G

• REVIEW
• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

• Design
• Display
• Software
• Performance
• Battery Life
• Camera
• Value for Money

• Good
• Premium look and feel
• Powerful SoC for gaming
• Good battery life, quick charging
• Vivid 120Hz display

• Bad
• Physical buttons aren't the easiest to use
• Weak low-light camera performance

Read detailed Poco F4 5G reviewDisplay 6.67-inchProcessor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870Front Camera 20-megapixel Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixelRAM 6GB, 8GB, 12GBStorage 128GB, 256GBBattery Capacity 4500mAhOS Android 12Resolution 1080×2400 pixels

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Poco M4 Pro

• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

Display 6.43-inchProcessor MediaTek Helio G96Front Camera 16-megapixelRear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixelRAM 6GB, 8GBStorage 64GB, 128GB, 256GBBattery Capacity 5000mAhOS Android 11Resolution 1,080×2,400 pixels

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Poco C65

• REVIEW
• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

• Design
• Display
• Software
• Performance
• Battery Life
• Camera
• Value for Money

• Good
• Large 6.74-inch 90Hz display
• Good battery life
• Decent main rear camera
• 2 years of Android OS updates

• Bad
• Slow charging
• Overall camera performance is mediocre
• Lots of bloatware

Read detailed Poco C65 reviewDisplay 6.74-inchProcessor MediaTek Helio G85Front Camera 8-megapixelRear Camera 50-megapixel + 2-megapixelRAM 4GB, 6GB, 8GBStorage 128GB, 256GBBattery Capacity 5,000mAhOS Android 13Resolution 1600×720 pixels

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Poco M6 5G

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Display 6.74-inchFront Camera 5-megapixelRear Camera 50-megapixelRAM 4GB, 6GB, 8GBStorage 64GB, 128GB, 256GBBattery Capacity 5000mAhOS Android 13

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Poco X6 Pro

• REVIEW
• KEY SPECS
• NEWS

• Design
• Display
• Software
• Performance
• Battery Life
• Camera
• Value for Money

• Good
• Excellent display with good colours and minimal bezels
• Top-notch performance
• Good main rear camera
• Good and loud dual speakers
• IR blaster

• Bad
• Ultrawide and Macro cameras are okay
• No expandable storage
• HyperOS has plenty of bloatware

Read detailed Poco X6 Pro reviewDisplay 6.67-inchFront Camera 16-megapixelRear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixelRAM 8GB, 12GBStorage 256GB, 512GBBattery Capacity 5000mAhOS Android 14Resolution 1220×2712 pixels

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