If your Android 15-based Xiaomi device has run out of major Android OS upgrades, you still have a chance to experience HyperOS 3 as the brand has just started rolling it out to those devices. The Android 15-based upgrade is currently available to select devices, including the Redmi K60 series and Xiaomi Pad 6 series, as a Mi Pilot Release, with more devices to follow soon.
The HyperOS 3 update, based on Android 15, is currently available only for Chinese models. The Redmi K-series is anyway China-exclusive, although it has been released in other countries under the Poco branding. Additionally, please note that the update is currently available to pilot users and will be released to other users soon. (Here’s how to sign up to become a beta tester.)
Here are the build versions as spotted by Xiaomitime:
- Redmi K60: 3.0.2.0.VMNCNXM
- Redmi K60 Pro: 3.0.3.0.VMKCNXM
- Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro: 3.0.3.0.VMYCNXM
- Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro Max: 3.0.1.0.VMHCNXM
Xiaomi hasn’t announced a rollout schedule for the Android 15-based HyperOS 3 update. Neither has it confirmed which devices are eligible for this upgrade. However, based on previous reports, the update will expand to numerous devices. We’ll regularly update you on the same in our HyperOS 3 section.
How is Android 15-based HyperOS 3 different from Android 16?
The HyperOS 3 upgrade, based on Android 15, will be a slightly downgraded version of the one based on Android 16. Xiaomi hasn’t revealed the differences yet. However, based on reports, the Android 15-based software will also feature HyperIsland. The Android 16 iteration, on the other hand, includes additional UI polish and deeper integration of interactive shortcuts during ongoing activities.
The Android 15-based also implements over 100 improvements across the system, including animations, redesigned home screen icons, enhanced blur effects, and updated battery indicators. However, it lacks some platform-level security models directly integrated into Android 16, such as Identity Check, Advanced Protection Mode, AI-powered Scam Detection, and Private Space.
Still, there are numerous upgrades to the Android 15-based HyperOS 3 update, including performance optimizations, seamless cross-ecosystem integration, and enhanced multitasking capabilities.
Despite several missing upgrades, the HyperOS 3 upgrade, based on Android 15, still brings plenty to look forward to. On top of everything, it’s great to see Xiaomi rolling out a major HyperOS upgrade to devices that have already reached the end of Android OS updates.
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