Xiaomi has officially announced the devices that will not be receiving the upcoming HyperOS 3.0 update. This new software, built on Android 16, promises enhancements in customization, security, and user experience. However, a substantial number of older Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO models will be excluded from this upgrade, marking the end of their firmware support.
For many of these older devices, Android 14 will be their last major update, signaling the conclusion of official upgrades.
POCO and Redmi Devices Missing Out on HyperOS 3.0
Several models from POCO’s budget and mid-range lineup have been left out of the HyperOS 3.0 upgrade path. The affected devices include:
- POCO X5 Pro 5G
- POCO F4
- POCO X4 GT
- POCO M series
Likewise, numerous Redmi models—especially from the A series, Redmi 12, and Note 12 series—will not receive the update. Noteworthy omissions are:
- Redmi Note 13 4G
- Redmi 12 5G
- Redmi Pad SE
- Redmi Note 12 Turbo
Xiaomi Flagships Also Affected
Surprisingly, some flagship and premium Xiaomi devices will also miss out on this major update. The list includes:
- Xiaomi 11 series
- Xiaomi 12 Lite
- Xiaomi Civi
- Mi MIX FOLD
- Xiaomi Pad 5 lineup
This strategy indicates Xiaomi’s intention to concentrate its software development efforts on its newer models, consistent with its standard support cycle of two to three major Android upgrades for most devices.
Significance of HyperOS 3.0
The anticipated HyperOS 3.0 update aims to provide significant user interface improvements along with fortified privacy features. By excluding numerous older devices from this update, Xiaomi is essentially signaling the end of software support for a considerable segment of its past offerings.
Although users with these models will continue to receive essential security patches for a limited timeframe, no further major OS updates will be rolled out.
For more detailed information and the complete list of devices impacted by this decision, you can visit Here.
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