Xiaomi's strategy regarding the Software updates continues to be a topic of conversation among users, especially after the company clarified its plans for the jump to HyperOS 3Many Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phone owners are eagerly awaiting upcoming updates, especially those who will see this version's latest major update based on Android 15.
In recent announcements, Xiaomi has confirmed that a large group of devices will not make the jump to Android 16, but will remain on HyperOS 3. This decision is not too surprising, as it follows the usual pattern in the Android ecosystem: manufacturers prefer to focus their efforts on the most recent models, while the older ones remain anchored to their corresponding version and receive timely maintenance.
Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO models that remain on HyperOS 3
Around thirty terminals Popular Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO smartphones will see HyperOS 3 as their latest major operating system update. While they won't be enjoying the features coming with Android 16, will continue to benefit from security fixes and stability improvementsFor users, this means some peace of mind, but it also marks the time to consider upgrading if they're looking for new features in the long term.
- Xiaomi 12
- Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Xiaomi 12S
- xiaomi 12s pro
- Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Xiaomi 12t
- Xiaomi 12t pro
- Xiaomi Mi 3
- Xiaomi MIX FOLD 2
- redmi 12
- Redmi 12 5G
- Redmi 13C
- Redmi 13C 5G
- Redmi 13R
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Redmi K60
- Redmi Note 12 4G
- Redmi Note 12 NFC 4G
- Redmi Notes 12R
- Redmi Notes 12S
- Redmi Note 12t Pro
- Redmi Notes 12 Turbo
- Redmi Note 13 4G
- Redmi Note 13 4G NFC
- Redmi Note 13 5G
- Redmi Note 13R Pro
- LITTLE C65
- LITTLE F5 5G
- LITTLE F5 Pro
- LITTLE M6 Pro
- POCO X6 Neo
The update to HyperOS 3 will not bring all the options that devices receiving Android 16 can take advantage of., but will allow have access to some new features and, above all, offer an optimized experience. However, the company tends to adapt new features to the technical capabilities of each model, so it's possible that certain features will be left behind.
What you need to know about the update and the OTA process
The update system by OTA (Over-the-Air) remains the primary way to install HyperOS 3 on all supported devices, meaning users will receive notifications directly on their devices when they are available. It's important to remember that staying up to date with updates is crucial not only for what's new, but also for the security and stability improvements that they contribute, especially in systems that will not have major changes in the future.
If you haven't received the update and want to check manually, you can access your phone's settings, find the section corresponding to the HyperOS version, and force the search for new updates. Additionally, there are third-party applications such as HyperOS Updater that help to consult if your model is eligible to receive HyperOS 3.
The arrival of HyperOS 3 marks the final stop for many devices when it comes to major new features, but it guarantees some support and minor updates for a while, allowing the device to extend its useful life before considering replacing it.
For those staying on HyperOS 3, The company still plans to release some additional features, patches and optimizations in the coming months. Information about which specific new features will and won't be available will depend, as always, on the device model and its technical capability to support them.
