Q1. Why is my battery draining rapidly after HyperOS 2.0 update?

This is common! Use only your region’s firmware. Some system apps cause drain—disable unused features in Battery settings, check for hidden animation bugs.

Q2. Touch or launcher freezes/stops responding on “flute”?

Launcher and touchscreen lag is reported across HyperOS 2.0. Try clearing launcher data, disable app animation effects, update to latest firmware for fix.

Q3. Volume suddenly spikes or drops during calls or with earbuds?

Known firmware bug. Don’t connect/disconnect Bluetooth during calls; latest global firmware improves volume control reliability.

Q4. “Device Not Certified” or Play Protect errors after flashing?

You likely flashed the wrong region firmware. Re-flash your correct build and sign in again. Use global/EEA only for global devices.

POCO Pad M1 / Redmi Pad 2 Pro (flute) HyperOS 2.0 (Android 15) Regional Firmware Download

POCO Pad M1 and Redmi Pad 2 Pro, code-named “flute,” are Xiaomi’s mid-2025 flagship tablets, featuring a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, up to 8GB RAM, large FHD+ LCD, quad speakers, and global, regional, and operator variants optimized for different languages, preloaded apps, and network bands. HyperOS 2.0 (Android 15) boosts multitasking and ecosystem integration but comes with a well-documented list of real-world complaints: excessive battery drain, launcher freeze, delayed touch response, abrupt volume changes, and refresh-rate throttling (especially on EEA and Indonesian models). Bug reports confirm that region-incorrect flashing or mismatched system versions can cause bootloops, network loss, or persistent “Device Not Certified” errors with Google Play.

Flashing the correct “flute” firmware for your region ensures stable OTA updates, certified app access, and optimal battery life. Regional builds—Global, Russia, EEA, Taiwan, Turkey, and Indonesia—should only be used for their respective models based on product code (Settings > About Tablet or fastboot). Never attempt to cross-flash if unsure about compatibility, as Xiaomi tablets have strict safety checks on storage and modem partition.

CRUCIAL WARNING: HyperOS 2 regional ROMs for POCO Pad M1/Redmi Pad 2 Pro (“flute”) cannot be swapped between EEA, Global, Turkey, Russia, or Taiwan builds—attempting flash between regions results in lost Play certification, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth failure, and sometimes low-resolution or slow touchscreen. Before flashing, confirm your region with “About Tablet” or fastboot getvar product. Back up data, and never interrupt a flash once started.

Prerequisites: Before You Begin

Click Here for the Essential Pre-Flashing Checklist

Backup All Data: Storage, apps, and media will be erased.
Confirm Model/Region: “flute” product code, via About Tablet or Fastboot.
Charge to 60%+
Mi Flash Tool/ADB: For Fastboot install.
MicroSD Card (optional): For recovery flashing if device supports it.

POCO Pad M1 / Redmi Pad 2 Pro (“flute”) Firmware Details

Device Name: POCO Pad M1 / Redmi Pad 2 Pro
Model Codename: flute
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, octa-core (4×2.4GHz + 4×1.87GHz), Adreno 710
Android Version: 15 (HyperOS 2.0)
Region Variants: Global (VPWMIXM), Russia (VPWRUXM), EEA (VPWEUXM), Taiwan (VPWTWXM), Turkey (VPWTRXM), Indonesia (VPWIDDM)
File Sizes: 5.30GB – 6.34GB
Install Types: Fastboot Images (.tgz) for Mi Flash Tool
Known Real-World Issues: Battery drain, launcher freeze, touch lag, volume bug, Play Protect errors after wrong region flash, throttled refresh rate, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth drop

Required Tools & Downloads

File / Tool	Download Link
Mi Flash Tool (latest)	Download Tool
Qualcomm USB Drivers	Download Drivers
Full Official Guide	Xiaomi Flashing Guide

POCO Pad M1 / Redmi Pad 2 Pro (“flute”) HyperOS 2.0.2 Firmware Download Table

Filename	Region	Android Ver.	Build	Size	Date	Install Type	Notes	Download Link
flute_global_images_OS2.0.204.0.VPWMIXM_20251017.0000.00_15.0_global_f0f07710f2.tgz	Global	15.0	OS2.0.204.0	6.06GB	2025-10-17	Fastboot (Mi Flash)	All language packs, certified Play, most stable for global users	Download
flute_ru_global_images_OS2.0.204.0.VPWRUXM_20251027.0000.00_15.0_ru_bf89d2b01a.tgz	Russia	15.0	OS2.0.204.0	6.34GB	2025-10-27	Fastboot	Russian apps, RU localization. Not for Global/EEA.	Download
flute_eea_global_images_OS2.0.209.0.VPWEUXM_20251013.0000.00_15.0_eea_8e7da9bee0.tgz	EEA (Europe)	15.0	OS2.0.209.0	5.63GB	2025-10-13	Fastboot	EU CEE region only, Play certified, special bloatware controls	Download
flute_tw_global_images_OS2.0.204.0.VPWTWXM_20251017.0000.00_15.0_tw_4e95c94024.tgz	Taiwan	15.0	OS2.0.204.0	5.30GB	2025-10-17	Fastboot	Traditional Chinese, TW apps/package	Download
flute_tr_global_images_OS2.0.205.0.VPWTRXM_20251027.0000.00_15.0_tr_333a48aab7.tgz	Turkey	15.0	OS2.0.205.0	5.65GB	2025-10-27	Fastboot	Turkish apps and region customizations	Download
flute_id_global_images_OS2.0.206.0.VPWIDDM_20251113.0000.00_15.0_id_9ef08decad.tgz	Indonesia	15.0	OS2.0.206.0	5.76GB	2025-11-13	Fastboot	Indonesia local apps, custom legal compliance	Download

Quick Flashing Guide

Extract your region’s firmware TGZ (e.g., flute_global_images_OS2.0.204.0.VPWMIXM_20251017.0000.00_15.0_global_f0f07710f2.tgz) on PC.
Install Xiaomi USB Drivers, launch Mi Flash Tool.
Boot device to Fastboot (Power + Volume Down), connect via USB.
Select firmware folder in Mi Flash, click “Flash.” Wait for green success!

Detailed Xiaomi Tablet Flash Guide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Why is my battery draining rapidly after HyperOS 2.0 update?: This is common! Use only your region’s firmware. Some system apps cause drain—disable unused features in Battery settings, check for hidden animation bugs.
Q2. Touch or launcher freezes/stops responding on “flute”?: Launcher and touchscreen lag is reported across HyperOS 2.0. Try clearing launcher data, disable app animation effects, update to latest firmware for fix.
Q3. Volume suddenly spikes or drops during calls or with earbuds?: Known firmware bug. Don’t connect/disconnect Bluetooth during calls; latest global firmware improves volume control reliability.
Q4. “Device Not Certified” or Play Protect errors after flashing?: You likely flashed the wrong region firmware. Re-flash your correct build and sign in again. Use global/EEA only for global devices.