Xiaomi has officially started rolling out HyperOS 3 , its latest Android-16-based custom operating system, marking the next step in the company’s long-term software development beyond MIUI. The new update not only promises improved performance, a more polished interface, and tighter integration with the company’s growing ecosystem of smart devices, but also demonstrates Xiaomi’s growing ambitions to keep pace with the likes of Samsung’s One UI and Oppo’s ColorOS.
While the initial announcement suggested that only a limited group of smartphones and tablets would receive early access, new reports from Xiaomitime confirm that the internal beta testing group is significantly larger than expected. In fact, more than 80 different models under the Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO brands are now involved in testing, making this one of the most extensive software previews in Xiaomi’s history.
What is HyperOS 3?
HyperOS was introduced in 2023 as the successor to MIUI, with the goal of delivering a more unified and efficient user experience across smartphones, tablets, wearables, and even IoT devices. The third major iteration, HyperOS 3 , is based on Android 16 and brings:
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Improved system stability and faster animations
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Deeper AI integration, including voice-based features and smart scene recognition
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Optimized battery efficiency through adaptive resource management
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Better support for large screen devices like tablets and foldables
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Improved connectivity between devices for Xiaomi’s smart home ecosystem
By expanding testing so much, Xiaomi is signaling its intention to ensure broad compatibility and a smooth launch once the stable version is ready.
Full list of devices tested
According to the leaked internal documentation, the following devices are included in the HyperOS 3 test plan :
Xiaomi
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Pad-serien: Pad 7S Pro 12.5, Pad 7 Ultra, Pad 7 Pro, Pad 7, Pad 6S Pro 12.4
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Foldable: Mixed board 3, Mixed board 4, Mixed flip, Mixed flip 2
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Civi series: Civi 4 Pro, Civi 5 Pro
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Flagship series: Xiaomi 15, 15 Pro, 15 Ultra, 15S Pro
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14 series: 14, 14 Pro, 14 Ultra, 14T, 14T Pro, 14 Civi
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13 series: 13, 13 Pro, 13 Ultra, 13T, 13T Pro
Redmi
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Tablet: Pad SE 8.7 WiFi, Pad SE 4G, Pad Pro 5G, Pad 2 4G, K-Pad
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Note-serien: Note 13, Note 13 Pro, Note 13 Pro 4G, Note 13 Pro+, Note 13R, Note 14, Note 14 4G, Note 14 Pro, Note 14 Pro 4G, Note 14 Pro+, Note 15, Note 15 Pro
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K-serien: K60 Ultra, K70, K70E, K70 Pro, K70 Ultra, K80, K80 Pro, K80 Ultra
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Turbo series: Turbo 3, Turbo 4, Turbo 4 Pro
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Entry level: Redmi 13, Redmi 13 5G, Redmi 13X, Redmi 14C, Redmi 14R 5G, Redmi A3 Pro, Redmi A4, Redmi 15, Redmi 15 4G
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X series: X6 5G, X6 Pro, X7, X7 Pro
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M-series: M6, M6 Pro 4G, M6 Plus 5G, M7 4G, M7 5G, M7 Plus, M7 Pro 5G
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F-serien: F6, F6 Pro, F7, F7 Pro, F7 Ultra
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C Series: C75, C75 5G
Open beta vs. internal testing
Currently, 22 of these devices are in the open beta program , allowing regular users to download and test HyperOS 3 with regular updates and feedback channels. The remaining models are still undergoing internal testing , which is handled by Xiaomi’s internal team and selected closed testing groups.
Once these models have passed stability and performance tests, Xiaomi plans to release stable HyperOS 3 updates to all eligible devices in stages, likely starting with the latest flagship models (Xiaomi 15 and 14 series) and popular mid-range models (Redmi Note 14 and POCO F7 series).
Xiaomi’s decision to test HyperOS 3 on such a wide range of hardware is a strong indication of how the company wants to keep older models relevant for longer. This approach not only increases user satisfaction, but also strengthens Xiaomi’s ecosystem by ensuring that phones, tablets, and smart devices can run on the same software foundation.
For customers this means:
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Faster update rollout compared to previous MIUI versions
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Improved software longevity for mid-range and budget-friendly devices
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A more consistent user experience across different product lines
When to expect the stable version
While Xiaomi hasn’t given a concrete timeline for a full public launch, industry insiders expect the first stable HyperOS 3 builds to arrive by the end of Q4 2025 , starting in China before expanding globally. If history is any indication, European and Indian users could see stable updates within a few weeks of the Chinese launch.
HyperOS 3 is Xiaomi’s biggest software development to date, with over 80 devices from the Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO brands already being tested. With 22 models participating in the open beta and more joining soon, the update looks set to be one of the company’s smoothest and most widely adopted OS transitions to date.
