Overview
- Xiaomi announced on X that HyperOS 3, based on Android 16, is now live for select Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro units, with availability expanding in regional waves.
- Next in line include the Xiaomi 15, 15 Pro, 15 Ultra, Redmi Note 14 series, Poco F7 and X7, and Xiaomi Pad 7, with older flagships like the Xiaomi 14 and Poco F6 series expected around late November and wider rollout continuing thereafter.
- HyperOS 3 introduces a refreshed interface featuring smoother animations, cleaner icons, flexible home screen layouts, AI-powered wallpapers, and expanded lock screen customization.
- Performance and platform upgrades include faster app launches, improved power use, stronger device-to-device connectivity, and Android 16 features such as enhanced security, privacy, multitasking, and background process management.
- Xiaomi joins Google and Samsung among the first major brands to ship a stable Android 16 update.