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  • 12 Xiaomi phones now testing HyperOS 3 based on Android 15

    12 Xiaomi phones now testing HyperOS 3 based on Android 15

    Based on both Android 15 and Android 16, Xiaomi is preparing for the release of HyperOS 3. This will be the final update for many of its older smartphones that receive HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 15. There won’t be any more HyperOS 3.1 updates. In an effort to deploy the newest operating system on a large number of devices, Xiaomi is currently internally testing the HyperOS 3 version based on Android 15 on a few smartphones. This is a significant step in the company’s software development process.

    On certain of their smartphones, Xiaomi has already begun testing Hyper OS 3, which is based on Android 15. For some smartphones, this release will be the final significant update, so users should be prepared for some limitations in subsequent updates. The list of devices that are believed to be in the first wave of updates, according to the testing process, first batch include the REDMI Note 13 5G, the POCO F5 Pro, and the Xiaomi 13 Lite, which may be receiving the update to the HyperOS 3 on the Android 15 platform firstly.

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    Initial Worldwide Rollout of Android 15-based HyperOS 3

    The Redmi Note 13 5G is among the first smartphones to get the global upgrade for Android 15-based HyperOS 3, according to data from the Mi community testing logs. The following smartphones will also get the update:

    • Xiaomi 13 Lite / Civi 2 (EEA – OS3.0.0.1.VLLEUXM)
    • POCO F5 Pro / Redmi K60 (China – OS3.0.0.4.VMNCNXM | Global – OS3.0.0.1.VMNMIXM)
    • POCO X6 Neo / Redmi Note 13 5G / Redmi Note 13R Pro (China – OS3.0.0.4.VNQCNXM | Turkey – OS3.0.0.2.VNQTRXM | Global – OS3.0.0.2.VNQMIXM | EEA – OS3.0.0.2.VNQEUXM)
    • Xiaomi MIX FOLD 2 (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLRCNXM)
    • Redmi Note 12T Pro (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLHCNXM)
    • Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro (China – OS3.0.0.2.VMYCNXM)
    • Xiaomi 12T Pro / Redmi K50 Ultra (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLFCNXM)
    • Xiaomi Civi 3 (China – OS3.0.0.2.VMICNXM)
    • Xiaomi 12 Pro (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLBCNXM)
    • Xiaomi 12S Ultra (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLACNXM)
    • Xiaomi 12 (China – OS3.0.0.1.VLCCNXM)
    • Redmi K60 Pro (China – OS3.0.0.2.VMKCNXM)

    Based on preliminary testing schedules, the Redmi Note 13 5G seems to be the front-runner for the Android 15-based HyperOS 3 Global update. Our list indicates that Xiaomi has yet to begin testing HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 15, on these devices:

    • Xiaomi 12S
    • Xiaomi 12S Pro
    • POCO F5 5G
    • POCO M6 Pro
    • Redmi Note 12 Turbo
    • Xiaomi 12T

    HyperOS 3 based on Android 15 is not anticipated to be released on any devices other than those specified above.

    With the release of the HyperOS 3, consumers of the Xiaomi lineup with compatible phones will have access to an even more feature-rich interface thanks to Android 15’s optimization. Customers will be happy to hear that some older versions will also receive updates, but they will stop after that. Users are advised to stay informed about the updates to make sure their phones will be among those receiving the most recent versions due to Xiaomi’s ongoing commitment to deliver the most recent changes.

  • Xiaomi 17 Pro series update adds live wallpapers and games to the back display

    Xiaomi 17 Pro series update adds live wallpapers and games to the back display

    For the Xiaomi 17 Pro series, Xiaomi has released a new software update that enhances the secondary display with a number of interactive features. The launch includes dynamic avatars, real-time translation, five live wallpapers, and two portable games, according to the company’s HyperOS Weibo post.

    Animated profile photographs can now be set on the back screen, and by mid-November, new bright-style themes will be available. Users can converse in Chinese on the main display and see translated text on the back panel thanks to a conversation translation feature.

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    Xiaomi 17 PRO get new visuals and games

    Along with two games, Plants vs. Zombies and Snowman Sokoban, the update also includes five live wallpapers with themes related to technology, nature, and pets. You can manually update the Entertainment Box from the app store to access these.
    With new features scheduled every month, Xiaomi previously stated that the rear display will continue to be a major design priority for its upcoming smartphones. TCL Huaxing panels, measuring 6.3 and 6.9 inches, respectively, with a maximum brightness of 3500 nits and Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass protection, are used in both the 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max.

    The Xiaomi 17 Pro’s innovative rear screen has practical applications in addition to aesthetics. When the phone is inactive or on a desk, it makes the user’s daily phone time more lively and vibrant.
    The company wants to transform the back screen from a mirror or clock into a tool for work and enjoyment. Cute loops, small critters, and light art forms can now be set as live images by users. More improvements will be made next mo

    The new games aid in evaluating the rear panel’s touch and speed. Every one of them utilizes the entire small display and operates smoothly. According to Xiaomi, the objective is to provide customers who want light entertainment in their free time with a “soft joy.” To give it a more authentic sense, the company is also incorporating little sound effects.
    The fix is currently being released in stages, and more devices will receive this update in the days to come. To locate the update, users can look at the HyperOS setup’s update tab. According to Xiaomi, the update will be available on all devices by the middle of November.

  • Xiaomi 17 Ultra to launch in two variants with dual satellite connectivity

    Xiaomi 17 Ultra to launch in two variants with dual satellite connectivity

    According to reports, Xiaomi is preparing to release the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Tipster Digital Chat Station has listed every phone that has just received certification in China and is anticipated to go on sale there in a recent Weibo post. These include the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Oppo Reno 15 series, the Honor 500 series, the Vivo S0 range, the OnePlus Ace 6 series (probably under the Turbo name), the Redmi Turbo 5 series, and the Huawei Mate 70 Air, Mate 80 series, and Mate X7, which are anticipated to arrive this month in China. He has specifically stated that there would be two variants of the 17 Ultra.

    DCS reports that Xiaomi has filed two variants of the gadget with model numbers 2512BPNDAC and 25128PNA1C on Chinese certification platforms. While the more expensive model will have Beidou short message communication and Tiantong satellite calling, both Xiaomi 17 Ultra models will support UWB (Ultra-Wideband).

    The latter will provide a dependable lifeline for calls and text transmission in harsh environments like deserts or offshore sites, enabling customers to stay connected even in remote areas without terrestrial networks.

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    Xiaomi 17 Ultra rumoured specs

    According to additional sources, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is anticipated to include a flat 6.8-inch OLED display with 2K resolution and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, along with a sizable circular rear camera module. It will have a high-capacity Xiaomi Jinsha River battery, IP68-grade waterproofing, wireless charging, and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 CPU under the hood.

    DCS also disclosed that the camera configuration of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be a key feature. It will have a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with variable focal lengths and macro shooting capabilities in addition to a 50-megapixel primary sensor with an updated big sensor and in-sensor zoom technology. It is claimed that the lenses improve clarity and dynamic range in all types of illumination.

    Before the Chinese Spring Festival, the phone is anticipated to go on sale in black, white, and purple. The base model is projected to cost about 6,000 Yuan (~$845).

  • Stable HyperOS 3 global update now rolling out to Poco devices

    Stable HyperOS 3 global update now rolling out to Poco devices

    Xiaomi has now turned its attention to the Poco devices after releasing the stable HyperOS 3 update for the initial batch of phones sold worldwide. As it happens, the F7 Ultra is the first model in the lineup to get the Android 16 update.

    October 2025 marked the beginning of Xiaomi’s stable HyperOS 3 distribution for devices worldwide. The Android 16 update has so far been applied to the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15T phones, but it appears that the company is now concentrating on the Poco handsets. More precisely, the global firmware for the F7 Ultra has just been upgraded.

    HyperOS 3 global update

    As an example, the Poco F7 Ultra was one of the first phones worldwide to get the HyperOS 3 update in November 2025. The following are the other smartphones with the Poco brand that were included in the list:

    • Poco F7
    • Poco F7 Pro
    • Poco X7 Pro
    • Poco X7 Pro Iron Man Edition
    • Poco X7

    The Android 16 update may begin to go out to the other Poco phones in the first part of November 2025. Xiaomi has previously stated that HyperOS 3 will soon be accessible on a few tablets as well. Specifically, the upgraded software is scheduled to be released before December 2025 for the Pad Mini, Pad 7, and Pad 7 Pro.

    hyperos 3 update for poco phones

    Returning to the just announced Poco F7 Ultra update, XiaomiTime reports that it is OS3.0.3.0.WOMEUXM. Although it can fluctuate, the file size is more over 7 GB. Before the end of November 2025, a few Redmi smartphones should also get the Android 16 upgrade. To find out more, see the rollout timeline that is included below.