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.

Written by Shaurya Tomer, Edited by Siddharth Suvarna | Updated: 5 August 2024 13:18 IST

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

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.

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 review

Display 6.36-inch

Processor Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

Front Camera 32-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel + 50-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 512GB

Battery Capacity 4610mAh

OS Android

Resolution 1200x2670 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 review

Display 6.67-inch

Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6080

Front Camera 16-megapixel

Rear Camera 108-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 8GB, 12GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 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 review

Display 6.67-inch

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870

Front Camera 20-megapixel

Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 6GB, 8GB, 12GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4500mAh

OS Android 12

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Poco M4 Pro

KEY SPECS
NEWS

Display 6.43-inch

Processor MediaTek Helio G96

Front Camera 16-megapixel

Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 6GB, 8GB

Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 11

Resolution 1,080x2,400 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 review

Display 6.74-inch

Processor MediaTek Helio G85

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 4GB, 6GB, 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 5,000mAh

OS Android 13

Resolution 1600x720 pixels

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Poco M6 5G

KEY SPECS
NEWS

Display 6.74-inch

Front Camera 5-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel

RAM 4GB, 6GB, 8GB

Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS 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 review

Display 6.67-inch

Front Camera 16-megapixel

Rear Camera 64-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 8GB, 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 1220x2712 pixels

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