The wait for the HyperOS 3 update for Xiaomi 13T users has been painfully long. The official rollout went live in October 2025, starting with premium models, and by March 2026, it had already been released for most of the eligible devices, but the Xiaomi 13T wasn’t lucky. The wait has finally come to an end, as the device has just started to pick up the stable HyperOS 3 update, which brings Xiaomi HyperIsland, major system refinements, upgraded visuals, and a new security patch, alongside plenty of other changes.
It should be noted that the HyperOS 3 update rolling out to Xiaomi 13T is based on the latest Android 16 OS. It’s currently rolling out in Indonesia with the firmware version OS3.0.1.0.WMFIDXM, as reported by XimiTime. Users in other regions should expect to receive the update in the coming days.
HyperOS 3 is a major upgrade for Xiaomi devices, and so is the update package size. For the Xiaomi 13T, the update package weighs about 6.5 GB. It’s better to download such substantial packages over a stable Wi-Fi connection. Also, ensure that your Xiaomi device is charged to at least 40% before installing the update. To check for available updates, go to Settings > About phone, then tap the HyperOS logo at the top.
After upgrading to HyperOS 3, you’ll have access to the Xiaomi HyperIsland feature, a dedicated pill-style hub at the top of the screen that lets you see and interact with multiple live activities. It offers smooth integration with system features and extends support to third-party apps, including WhatsApp, YouTube, and Spotify.
The latest update introduces an AI Cinematic Lock Screen and AI Dynamic Wallpapers for deeper lock screen customizations, while also bringing smoother lock-screen transitions, like AOD to lock screen to home screen. Furthermore, HyperOS 3 tightens integration with Apple devices to support the “Touch to share” feature and allow users to run Xiaomi phone apps on an iPad. The update also introduces a suite of AI features, such as AI Writing, AI Speech Recognition, AI Search, and AI Translate.
While it’s good to see the HyperOS 3 update finally rolling out to Xiaomi 13T, it’s important to know why Xiaomi delayed it in the first place.
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Why did Xiaomi delay the HyperOS 3 release for Xiaomi 13T?
Xiaomi took longer than expected to release the HyperOS 3 update for Xiaomi 13T because it was reportedly testing a new Android 16 kernel for the device. The update rolling out to Xiaomi 13T has the kernel version 6.12.38-android16.
A kernel upgrade directly impacts performance scheduling, memory handling, graphics rendering, battery consumption, hardware compatibility, and app compatibility, and so it requires deeper testing before it’s released to the public. This likely explains why Xiaomi took so long to release the update for Xiaomi 13T.
While HyperOS 3 continues to roll out to more devices, Xiaomi has already started working on HyperOS 4. The next major upgrade, based on Android 17, is expected to bring major visual upgrades and several exciting new features. We’ve prepared a list of devices eligible for the next major upgrade. Review it on this page to find out if yours is included.
Also read:
1. Is your Xiaomi device eligible for HyperOS 4 upgrade? Find out
2. 8 Android 17 features in development I can’t wait to use
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