Xiaomi has started rolling out HyperOS 3, its new Android 16‑based operating system, to 25 smartphones and tablets, while older flagship models enter a beta program. The update brings a 15% performance boost, AI‑driven features, and a unified ecosystem across phones, tablets, wearables and smart home devices. It also introduces a re‑engineered kernel and improved memory management for smoother multitasking.
Rollout Overview: 25 Devices Join Android 16
The first wave of HyperOS 3 targets a mixed fleet of high‑end and mid‑range devices. All selected models will receive a native Android 16 foundation, marking Xiaomi’s shift from retrofitting Android 15 under the MIUI skin to delivering a truly integrated OS.
Eligible Smartphones and Tablets
- Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Mi 13 Ultra
- Redmi K70
- Mi Pad series (multiple tablet variants)
Key Improvements in HyperOS 3
Performance Boost
HyperOS 3 features a re‑engineered kernel and optimized memory handling, delivering up to 15 % faster app launch times and smoother multitasking on devices powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or MediaTek Dimensity 9200 chipsets.
AI‑Centric Features
- Super Island UI – on‑device AI provides contextual shortcuts, adaptive battery management, and real‑time language translation.
- Smart Capture – AI analyzes burst shots to automatically select the best frame based on scene composition.
Unified Ecosystem
The new OS deepens integration across Xiaomi’s hardware portfolio. Users can drag and drop files between a Mi Pad tablet and a Redmi phone without leaving the OS, and future updates will extend this seamless interaction to wearables and smart‑home devices.
Beta Program for Legacy Flagships
Older flagship phones such as the Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro and Xiaomi 12S series are enrolled in the “Mi Pilot” stable‑beta channel. These devices receive an Android 15‑based build of HyperOS 3 for early testing, allowing Xiaomi to gather real‑world feedback before the global Android 16 rollout.
Strategic Impact on the Android Landscape
By aligning HyperOS 3 with Android 16 ahead of many competitors, Xiaomi sets a new benchmark for timely major‑OS upgrades. System‑level AI enhancements position the OS as a functional differentiator rather than merely a cosmetic skin, potentially influencing how other OEMs approach future Android releases.
Future Roadmap
Upcoming devices—including the next‑generation Redmi K71 and POCO F6—are expected to ship with HyperOS 3 out of the box. Later this quarter, the “Mi Pilot” program will expand to include the Xiaomi 13 Lite and Mi 13 SE, further broadening the beta testing pool.
