Xiaomi (小米) updates list of products ending software support; Redmi (红米) K60 / K60E to stop updates

What happened

It has been reported that Xiaomi (小米) has updated the product list in its Security Center to show that the Redmi (红米) K60 and K60E will stop receiving software or firmware updates, including security patches, and reportedly may no longer respond to vulnerability reports for those models. The notice was published on Xiaomi’s official site and flagged by Chinese tech site IT之家.

What Xiaomi says about its policy

Xiaomi says it strives to provide ongoing security updates across its MIUI smartphone ecosystem — covering Xiaomi, REDMI and POCO brands — and that, as a rule, devices receive at least two years of security support, with some models getting three years or more. The company defines security updates broadly to include device hardware firmware, pre‑installed software, core functionality software and externally controlled components. Xiaomi also notes that exceptionally serious vulnerabilities may still be patched even after formal support ends.

What this means for owners

Owners of K60 and K60E phones should expect no further feature or routine security updates and should consider security implications: outdated firmware can leave devices exposed if new vulnerabilities are discovered. What can users do? Keep apps and services updated, follow official Xiaomi security advisories, and consider upgrading hardware if long‑term security is a priority.

Broader context

Device end‑of‑life decisions matter more now as regulators in Western markets press for clearer security commitments and as manufacturers navigate supply‑chain pressures from export controls and trade policy. For Western readers unfamiliar with China’s smartphone landscape: Xiaomi is one of China’s largest handset makers and Redmi is its value‑focused sub‑brand — choices about support windows here affect millions of users across Asia, Europe and emerging markets.