Xiaomi accelerates with HyperOS 3 and is already testing the version based on Android 15 in twelve models. The information comes from internal records of evidence and first regional builds, and anticipates a progressive rollout, in which some devices will receive their last major update before closing their life cycle in terms of software support. Good news for those who have a mid-range mobile recent… and a warning for those who have older models.
The key is that HyperOS 3 will coexist with Android 15 and Android 16 depending on the device. In the models that remain on Android 15, Xiaomi prepares compilations stable with interface improvements, animations and consumption optimizations, although minor versions, such as 3.1, may not be guaranteed. If you are on that list of models, it is advisable make a backupreview the available storage and be clear about what AI functions will come to your mobile.
The Xiaomi in tests with HyperOS 3 (Android 15)
The first batch under internal testing includes models known in Spain and Latin America. Based on the detected packages, the initial candidates are:
- Redmi Note 13 5G
- Redmi Note 13R Pro
- POCO X6 Neo
- POCO F5 Pro
- Redmi K60
- Xiaomi 13 Lite
- Xiaomi Civi 2
- Xiaomi MIX Fold 2
- Redmi Note 12T Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro
- Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Xiaomi Civi 3
- Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Xiaomi 12
- Redmi K60 Pro
In several cases there is already flagged builds by region (China, Global, EEA or Türkiye), which anticipates a staggered deployment.
Beyond these devices, Xiaomi notes that not all older devices will update to HyperOS 3 based on Android 15. Among those not yet present visible signs of evidence There are models like Xiaomi 12S and 12S Pro, the LITTLE F5 5G, the POCO M6 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo either the Xiaomi 12T. If you have one of them, you will most likely have to wait for official confirmation or a direct jump to another version, depending on your variant.
What changes for your mobile and when it could arrive
If your device is in the first block, HyperOS 3 should provide a cleaner interfacesmoother transitions, a new control centerconnectivity improvements between devices and tweaks in the camera and in notifications. In terms of performance, we expect application launches faster and better energy managementsomething especially relevant in the mid-ranges such as the Redmi Note 13 5G.
Regarding deadlinesXiaomi's estimated schedule for this branch of Android 15 is staggered: first internal buildsthen an OTA in pilot phase for specific regions and, finally, a global batch release. The fact that there are EEA and Global packages ready for some models indicates that the deployment could start in the next few weeks and continue during the first quarter of 2026 on select devices. Meanwhile, newer flagships will continue to move down the Android 16 track with HyperOS 3.
Will you upgrade to HyperOS 3?
Our recommendation is clear: if you are on the testing list, keep your mobile updatedfree up space before the OTA, and write down your privacy settings and permissions in case you need to restore them after the update. And if your model does not appear, patience: Xiaomi usually move token in phases. Is your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO among the candidates? Which improvement are you most looking forward to, battery, camera or animations? We read you in the comments.
