Xiaomi HyperOS 3.0 is third generation operating system based on Android 16 with native support for Google’s Android 15, which will be released in autumn 2025.
Xiaomi, REDMI, POCO phones and tablets that do not support Android 15 will not receive the HyperOS 3.0 update.
HyperOS 3.0 release date
An official release date for HyperOS 3 hasn’t been announced yet, but based on the releases of previous versions of the OS, it’s safe to assume it’s September-October 2025.
Following the end of the MIUI era, the developers have rethought their approach to major updates and started releasing them steadily towards the end of the year, with an annual presentation in mid-autumn. Therefore, we can safely assume when HyperOS 3 will be released – the end of October 2025.
Release schedule for previous versions:
- HyperOS 1.0 was officially unveiled on 26 October 2023 (on Android 14 with support for 13)
- HyperOS 2.0 was released on 29 October 2024 (on Android 15 with support for 14)
- HyperOS 3.0 is expected to be released in September-October 2025 (on Android 16 with support for 15)
The third-generation Hyper OS could be unveiled as early as August 2025, as the shell is tied to the development of Android 16. Google pushed back the development schedule this year and plans to release a stable version of Android 16 in June 2025.
Android 14 was released on 4 October 2023 and the first HyperOS was unveiled three weeks later. Android 15 was released on 3 September 2024, but Xiaomi unveiled the second generation of its OS in the same way at the end of October 2024.
It remains to be seen whether Xiaomi’s developers will use the third quarter (July-August-September) to refine HyperOS 3.0 for all supported devices and make it more stable, or whether they will decide to release the update earlier. We’ll keep an eye out for official information.
As in previous years, the Chinese version of the system shell will be shown at the presentation. Global HyperOS 3.0 will not be shown separately, it will simply be released to supported devices in phases 1-2 months after the presentation, as was the case with the first and second generation of the OS.
From this we can conclude when the global HyperOS 3 will be released in India – Q1 2026. The Indian version is usually released together with the global or European version.
The first to receive the update will be Xiaomi, REDMI and POCO flagships, after which the firmware will be gradually rolled out to mid-range smartphones and tablets. In the second half of 2026, all other eligible devices will be updated.
Which devices will get HyperOS 3
It is reliably known that Android 16 is already being tested on the Xiaomi MIX Flip, Xiaomi 14T Pro, Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Redmi K70 Ultra phones and Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro tablets. These devices will be among the first to receive HyperOS 3.0.
There’s also an official AER list showing which eligible devices will be updated to which version of Android. If Android 16 support is claimed, then the phone is guaranteed to get HyperOS 3.
Which Xiaomi phones will get HyperOS 3.0
- Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro, Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, Xiaomi 14 Pro Ti Satellite, Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Xiaomi 14T, Xiaomi 14T Pro
- Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro, Xiaomi 13 Lite, Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Xiaomi 13T, Xiaomi 13T Pro
- Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12T, Xiaomi 12T Pro, Xiaomi 12S, Xiaomi 12S Pro, Xiaomi 12S Ultra, Xiaomi 12 Pro Dimensity
- Xiaomi Civi 3, Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro
- Xiaomi MIX Flip
- Xiaomi MIX Fold 2, Xiaomi MIX Fold 3, Xiaomi MIX Fold 4
- Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14, Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro, Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
- Xiaomi Pad 7, Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 6, Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro, Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14
Where the rest of the phones are and why only these moguls made the list, we have detailed on Xiaomi’s update status page. You can also follow the release of new Xiaomi firmware for HyperOS 3 at this link.
It is important to note that not all of the above phones will receive the Android 16 update. For example, the Xiaomi 13 Lite will not get Android 16, but since HyperOS 3 natively supports version 15, the smartphone will be updated.
The Xiaomi 12 range won’t be fully updated, as support for the Xiaomi 12X has officially ended and the maximum version for the Xiaomi 12 Lite is Android 14 (HyperOS 3.0 doesn’t support it).
Older smartphones and tablets, including the Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4, will continue to run on the previous generation of the operating system.
Which REDMI phones will get HyperOS 3.0
- REDMI K80, REDMI K80 Pro
- Redmi K70, Redmi K70E, Redmi K70 Pro, Redmi K70 Ultra
- Redmi K60, Redmi K60E, Redmi K60 Pro, Redmi K60 Ultra
- Redmi Note 14 4G, Redmi Note 14 5G, Redmi Note 14S, Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G, Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G
- Redmi Note 13 4G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G, Redmi Note 13 NFC, Redmi Note 13 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G, Redmi Note 13R, Redmi Note 13R Pro
- Redmi Note 12 4G, Redmi Note 12 4G NFC, Redmi Note 12 Discovery, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed, Redmi Note 12 Turbo, Redmi Note 12T Pro, Redmi Note 12S
- REDMI Turbo 3, Redmi Turbo 4
- Redmi 14C, Redmi 14C 5G, Redmi 14R 5G
- Redmi 13, Redmi 13 5G, Redmi 13C, Redmi 13C 5G, Redmi 13R 5G
- Redmi 12, Redmi 12 5G
- Redmi A4 5G, Redmi A3 Pro
- Redmi Pad Pro, Redmi Pad Pro 5G, Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G, Redmi Pad SE 8.7 5G
Why the list of compatible models only includes these devices is explained on the REDMI update tracker page. Here you can follow the release of new REDMI HyperOS 3 firmware.
The Redmi K50 series smartphones will not receive HyperOS 3. Perhaps the exception will only be made for the Redmi K50 Ultra, we will have to wait for official information.
The Redmi Note 12 series will be partially updated: for the Redmi Note 12 5G, 12 Pro 5G and 12 Pro Plus 5G, the maximum version is Android 14, which is not supported by the new HyperOS 3. The situation is similar for the Redmi Pad and Redmi Pad SE tablets. Forget about the older Redmi Note models, as well as the Redmi 12C and the rest of the oldies.
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G and Redmi Note 12R are on MIUI 13 and the chances of them getting an update are next to nil.
The Redmi A3 and A3x run on Android Go and are therefore not eligible for the update.
Which POCO phones will get HyperOS 3.0
- POCO F7 Pro, POCO F7 Ultra
- POCO F6, POCO F6 Pro
- POCO X7, POCO X7 Pro
- POCO X6 Pro 5G
- POCO C75, POCO C75 5G
- POCO M7 5G, POCO M7 Pro 5G
- POCO M6, POCO M6 Plus 5G
- POCO Pad, POCO Pad 5G
Why only these devices are listed is explained on the POCO update tracker page. Here you can track the release of new POCO HyperOS 3 firmware.
There are questions about M6 series phones (POCO M6 Pro 4G, POCO M6 5G, POCO M6 Pro 5G) and F5 series phones (POCO F5, POCO F5 Pro), we have to wait for official information. The situation is similar with the POCO X6 Neo 5G.
POCO C55 and older models will continue to run on the current OS as they don’t even support Android 15.
The POCO C61 smartphone runs on pure Android Go and therefore does not need to be updated.
On our website there is an end of support date listed for many devices. This is the official date when the phone will no longer receive security updates. It has nothing to do with the move to HyperOS 3.0!
You will be able to download HyperOS 3.0 from the links on our website in the second half of 2025, as soon as the first stable versions of official firmware and OTA updates are released.
How to download and install HyperOS 3 Beta 2
The global HyperOS 3 Beta 2 based on Android 16 is already available to global users on the Xiaomi 14T Pro and Xiaomi 15 as part of the Android 16 Developer Preview programm.
To install the beta, you will need to unlock the bootloader and make a backup.
Which firmwares support Android 16 Beta:
- Xiaomi 14T Pro – OS2.0.103.0.VNNMIXM and above.
- Xiaomi 15 – OS2.0.109.0.VOCMIXM and above.
You will not be able to install HyperOS 3 Beta 2 on earlier firmware versions. Download the required official ROMs from our website: Xiaomi 14T Pro and Xiaomi 15.
How to install HyperOS 3 Beta 2:
- Download the beta shell for Xiaomi 14T Pro (6.31 GB) or Xiaomi 15 (7.81 GB) from the official website.
- Copy the downloaded ZIP file to your phone’s memory.
- Enter developer mode: go to Settings → About phone and tap ‘OS version‘ 10 times.
- Go to Settings → About phone and tap the HyperOS icon.
- Tap the ‘three dots‘ in the top right corner and select ‘Choose update package‘.
- Select the copied ZIP file and the beta upgrade will begin.
To get back to the stable firmware, download and install the official update. To do this, go to the model page (Xiaomi 14T Pro, Xiaomi 15) and select the ROM you need.
HyperOS 3.0: What’s new
As mentioned above, development of the update is already underway, implementing the new features of Android 16. Test builds show that it is based on HyperOS 2, so do not expect anything new.
What’s new in HyperOS 3:
- Battery life and improved performance. Each generation of Google Android has seen improvements in battery life and performance. Xiaomi, on the other hand, reports battery life optimisations and performance improvements every year.
- Battery maintenance. In the Android 16 settings, you can already see the percentage of remaining battery capacity and the OS’s recommendations for extending battery life.
- Smoothness and animations. Android 16 has already implemented a more convenient grouping of menu items, new smoother animations. As usual, the top-of-the-range models get all the latest animations, while the weaker devices are deprived of some due to performance limitations.
- Xiaomi HyperAI artificial intelligence may get more advanced device personalisation and user experience options.
The closer we get to the release of HyperOS 3.0, the more new features we’ll be able to see. We’ll see if it’s worth upgrading when it’s released. But don’t expect anything radically new, as the new OS will be a direct successor to the second generation, with the introduction of Android 16 features.
This material will be updated regularly. Stay tuned for updates!
