Xiaomi has officially announced its plans to update its smartphones to HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, but several popular models will not be included in this update.
It is clarified that more than 30 Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco smartphones will receive the final release of HyperOS 3, but it will be based on Android 15.
This decision marks the end of the lifecycle for many devices in Xiaomi’s product lineup, including some flagship and mid-range models.
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Xiaomi smartphones that will not receive HyperOS 3 based on Android 16
- Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Xiaomi 12S Pro
- Xiaomi 12S
- Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Xiaomi 12
- Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Xiaomi 12T
- Xiaomi Civi 3
- Xiaomi Mix Fold 2
Redmi smartphones that will not receive HyperOS 3 based on Android 16
- Redmi K60
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Redmi Note 13R Pro
- Redmi Note 13 5G
- Redmi Note 13 4G NFC
- Redmi Note 13 4G
- Redmi Note 12 Turbo
- Redmi Note 12T Pro
- Redmi Note 12S
- Redmi Note 12R
- Redmi Note 12 NFC 4G
- Redmi Note 12 4G
- Redmi 13R
- Redmi 13C 5G
- Redmi 13C
- Redmi 12 5G
- Redmi 12
Poco smartphones that will not receive HyperOS 3 based on Android 16
- Poco F5 Pro
- Poco F5 5G
- Poco X6 Neo
- Poco M6 Pro
- Poco C65
HyperOS 3: features and implementation timeline
It is expected that HyperOS 3 will introduce new interface elements inspired by Apple’s “Liquid Glass” design language, providing a more refined user experience.
The update will include an improved Control Center with additional customization options, and Xiaomi indicates a September release for HyperOS 3.
P.S. We gather all the most exciting news about the new HyperOS 3 platform here, and you can find the latest updates about HyperOS in this section.