HyperOS 3 is the upcoming update from Xiaomi based on Android 16. Good news as the beta is now available for eight new devices from the Chinese manufacturer, including very popular models, covering both smartphones and tablets.
HyperOS 3 is expected to be natively available on the Xiaomi 16, featuring enhancements in AI, photography, and interface design. Things are progressing well, and testing continues as the beta rollout expands to new devices.
These 8 Devices Xiaomi Have Access to the Beta of HyperOS 3
This is a significant step forward before the deployment of Android 16, which is currently available in its final version on Google Pixel devices. Overall, this is great news for users of these smartphones and tablets, as they now have the chance to try HyperOS 3 before anyone else.
Unfortunately, not all Xiaomi devices will receive Android 16, so it’s advisable to have a recent model. The good news is that Xiaomi is making efforts to ensure that HyperOS 3 is available on as many devices as possible. The required storage varies by model. For the Xiaomi 15 Pro, it requires 7.7 GB of memory. The Ultra version demands 9 GB for the update.
Here are the Xiaomi devices that have access to the beta of HyperOS 3:
- Xiaomi 15
- Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- REDMI K80 Pro
- REDMI K80 Ultra
- Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 7S Pro 12.5
Performance is the strong point of HyperOS 3, which design resembles iOS 26 from Apple significantly. Xiaomi announces a 30% improvement in efficiency compared to previous versions. Applications can be launched quickly with optimized multitasking and extended battery life for all devices on this list and beyond.
As previously mentioned, the graphical interface has been completely redesigned, as HyperOS 3 introduces a more refined interface that echoes Liquid Glass from iOS 26. Icons have been updated with new battery and signal indicators. The Dynamic Island feature, also inherited from Apple, makes its debut.
To check for the availability of the HyperOS 3 beta, simply go to “My Device” in your device settings. Then, tap on the version number. Please note that the installation of the beta takes longer than a standard update, with several restart moments. So be sure to charge your device adequately.
There is, however, a catch: this beta is currently reserved for the Chinese market. Therefore, you will need to unlock the bootloader and perform some actions to install the Android 16 beta on your device. But keep in mind that this process is likely to compromise the warranty and security of the device.
It is also important to note that as this is a beta version, there are certainly instabilities and your device may get warmer and demand more energy. It may take between 1 to 3 days for things to return to normal, as users of Samsung’s One UI 7 have noted. And very importantly, make a backup before installing the HyperOS 3 beta to avoid losing any valuable data.
