Four Major Domestic Operating Systems Are About to Be Released - Which One Are You Most Excited For?

Four Major Domestic Operating Systems Are About to Be Released - Which One Are You Most Excited For?With the release dates of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 drawing closer, new systems like HyperOS 2.0, ColorOS 15, OriginOS 5, and HarmonyOS NEXT are also set to debut alongside new flagships like the Xiaomi 15, OPPO FindX8, vivo X200, and Huawei Mate70

Four Major Domestic Operating Systems Are About to Be Released - Which One Are You Most Excited For?

With the release dates of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 drawing closer, new systems like HyperOS 2.0, ColorOS 15, OriginOS 5, and HarmonyOS NEXT are also set to debut alongside new flagships like the Xiaomi 15, OPPO FindX8, vivo X200, and Huawei Mate70. Today, we'll summarize the features of these new systems. Which one are you most looking forward to?

01 HyperOS 2.0: Unprecedented Improvement in Smoothness

Starting in June, the Xiaomi OS team seemed to finally hear users' complaints and began focusing on system maintenance, pushing out multiple major updates. The recent release of the new internal test version, HyperOS 1.0.45.0.UNCCNXM, has an update log divided into 10 main points and 17 sub-points, a departure from the previous, list-based updates, prompting users to comment that the team has finally "stepped up."

The biggest feature of the latest HyperOS 1.0.45 is its improved smoothness. Given the current time frame, the arrival of HyperOS 2.0 is imminent, so this smoothness improvement is seen as a preview of some of the features in HyperOS 2.0. From the update log, it's clear that HyperOS 1.0.45 focused on optimizing the startup animation strategy and application launch process, leading to faster application loading times. This update addresses the historical issue of smoothness. The next wave will see HyperOS 2.0 introduce epic upgrades in areas like system animation and effects, which have been its weaknesses.

Another traditional strength, "all-scenario connectivity," has been further enhanced in HyperOS 1.0.45. New CarWith features include: updated CarWith visual experience, redesigned 6 different car interface styles for both portrait and landscape mode, including new map cards, music cards, and Xiao Ai voice interaction styles, improving visual aesthetics; new CarWith personalization options, allowing users to set car wallpapers, change background effects, customize card order, and add widgets; optimized CarWith navigation experience, allowing full-screen map navigation and adding floating navigation capsules; and optimized CarWith connection experience and stability.

Rumors suggest that HyperOS 2.0 will be an entirely AI-driven system from Xiaomi, focusing on AI-level system capabilities. This doesn't refer to AI applications but rather an AI-driven system philosophy, implying a highly intelligent user experience. One new feature mentioned is that HyperOS 2.0 will be able to search and detect hidden cameras using WLAN. This feature is similar to vivo's camera detection, both relying on scanning devices connected to the same WiFi network, enabling the detection of hidden cameras and enhancing security and privacy for Xiaomi phone users.

Other detailed improvements include the camera interface, icon animations, new lock screen notification stacking effects, new home screen widget stacking effects, transition animations in the control center and notification panel, control center, AOD settings, new ocean and desert super wallpapers, and Advanced Texture 2.0 upgrade. In short, we know that Jin Fan is currently holding back and preparing for the launch of HyperOS 2.0. Hopefully, this time they will bring bigger surprises to Xiaomi fans.

02 HarmonyOS NEXT: Changes from the Outside In

When it comes to the most anticipated domestic system, it has to be HarmonyOS NEXT. According to Yu Chengdong, Huawei's three-fold screen phone will be released in September, expected to feature the new Kirin chip and come pre-installed with HarmonyOS NEXT. This is when we'll finally get to see the true image of HarmonyOS.

I've had the chance to experience HarmonyOS NEXT on the Huawei Mate60 Pro and MateX5 for a while now, and the smooth and silky experience left a deep impression on me. In HarmonyOS NEXT, Huawei finally made some modifications and redesigns to the UI, allowing users to directly edit the lock screen, redesigning the control center, and making numerous detail modifications. The negative screen no longer slides horizontally but is directly "covered" on the desktop. Compared to HarmonyOS 4.2, not only is the system smoother, but the UI and animation effects are also more refined.

In terms of application adaptation, there are already a considerable number of HarmonyOS native apps available, such as popular apps like B station, AutoNavi Maps, Alipay, QQ Music, WPS, and various banking apps. However, some popular applications like QQ, WeChat, and several trendy games are still unavailable as HarmonyOS versions. While the already released apps, due to time constraints, mainly retain core functions, the interfaces are surprisingly clean, the most significant difference between HarmonyOS native apps and Android apps. Additionally, there are significantly fewer ads, with almost zero push notifications overnight.

On the Huawei MateX5, it's worth noting that HarmonyOS NEXT adapts to large screens by redesigning applications to match. This is where HarmonyOS NEXT surpasses iOS and Android. Another advantage over Android is security. In the HarmonyOS NEXT system, applications can only access the system's built-in camera, ensuring higher quality and privacy security.

Overall, compared to HarmonyOS 4.2, pure-blood HarmonyOS NEXT has undergone significant changes from the inside out. Currently, it's still in the testing phase, and the official version on future devices will have these new features perfected, potentially including new functionalities when combined with the phone's hardware. With the support of HarmonyOS NEXT, the performance release and smoothness are expected to be significantly enhanced.

03 ColorOS 15: Is This a Complete Outdoing of iOS?

If you were to ask about the most improved mobile phone system this year, it would be ColorOS. The intense updates in the first half of the year addressed shortcomings reported by users. I remember when Chen Xi, ColorOS's design director, wrote in his signature on CoolAPK, "No empty promises," proving their commitment to delivering.

The new ColorOS 15 is also on its way. Cai Zuxuan, a OnePlus executive, recently shared on Weibo, "Just a quick glance, and the new Fluid Cloud already convinced me that OS15 is a must-upgrade." This statement has further heightened expectations for ColorOS 15. Based on leaks, the new ColorOS 15 system emphasizes deep connectivity and UX effects, further enhancing system smoothness. The underlying layer will incorporate many subtle animations to make everyday operations more natural and smooth. There will also be a new design separating notifications and the control center into two distinct interfaces, allowing users to manage information flow more intuitively. Additionally, there will be a more seamless multi-device connectivity experience.

Moreover, ColorOS 15 will offer live photos for multiple devices, with some models supporting GPU frame interpolation technology to enhance the smoothness of game visuals. Other features like the new floating window, customizable lock screen desktop, features similar to AirDrop's wireless file transfer, and a dynamic island are also expected to be available on the new system. Is this a complete outdoing of iOS?

Interestingly, ColorOS 15 might combine the current Fluid Cloud push mechanism with the phone's front camera area to create unique visual effects. It will also be compatible with third-party applications, offering a certain degree of interactivity. It will also support two-way file transfer with iOS devices.

Leaked information suggests that ColorOS 15 plans to enter beta testing at the end of August. The first devices included in the beta program are the OnePlus 12 and OPPO FindX7 series, but the number of pioneer beta testers will be limited. The large-scale public beta and official release are expected to occur towards the end of the year. The new OPPO FindX8 series will come pre-installed with ColorOS 15, offering a smoother, smarter, and more personalized user experience. For more details, please refer to the official announcements from OPPO and ColorOS.

04 OriginOS 5: Introducing More Advanced AI Algorithms

Currently, the least amount of information available is regarding OriginOS 5. However, as rumors of an earlier release of the vivo X200 series emerge, OriginOS 5 is gradually surfacing, and vivo's developer conference might also be held earlier this year.

vivo OriginOS has received high praise from users, with its greatest strength being its smoothness. The Memory Fusion 4.0 technology incorporates more memory resources into system management, providing larger available memory and faster memory allocation speeds. However, there are still shortcomings like higher power consumption, stagnation in Atom components, a deep and complex system application hierarchy, overly "rich" ads in system applications, and unstable third-party application push notifications.

The upcoming OriginOS 5 update aims to address these shortcomings and introduce more advanced algorithms and models to provide users with smarter services. Leaks suggest that in terms of UI design, OriginOS 5 maintains the elegant style of the OriginOS series, with further optimization and enhancement. The "Huaron grid" desktop architecture is more unified and aesthetically pleasing, enhancing the functionality of "Atom components" and allowing for free combination and arrangement based on user preferences. It also offers a variety of window and image styles to choose from.

In terms of smoothness, OriginOS 5 will focus on AI, integrating AI technology not only in applications and services but also optimizing