No Android 16 for these Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phones

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A number of well-known devices will not be included in Xiaomi’s stated plans for the Android 16 update. Rather, the last significant software update for these models will be HyperOS 3, which is based on Android 15. With this choice, a sizable section of Xiaomi’s product lineup—including certain flagship and mid-range models—will no longer receive updates.

This strategy is in line with common Android industry standards, which call for limited device support. Xiaomi will focus on improving HyperOS for compatible devices in the future, guaranteeing continuous feature additions and system enhancements.

POCO Series Devices Concluding at Android 15

The following POCO devices will receive HyperOS 3 as their final major update:

  • POCO C65
  • POCO F5 5G
  • POCO F5 Pro
  • POCO M6 Pro
  • POCO X6 Neo

Redmi Models Ending with HyperOS 3

The Redmi series also includes several models that will not advance beyond Android 15:

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Redmi Series:

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  • Redmi 12
  • Redmi 12 5G
  • Redmi 13C
  • Redmi 13C 5G
  • Redmi 13R

Redmi K Series:

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  • Redmi K50 Ultra
  • Redmi K60

Redmi Note 12 Series:

  • Redmi Note 12 4G
  • Redmi Note 12 NFC 4G
  • Redmi Note 12R
  • Redmi Note 12S
  • Redmi Note 12T Pro
  • Redmi Note 12 Turbo

Redmi Note 13 Series:

  • Redmi Note 13 4G
  • Redmi Note 13 4G NFC
  • Redmi Note 13 5G
  • Redmi Note 13R Pro

Xiaomi flagship phones reach the end of software updates

With HyperOS 3, a number of flagship devices are also expected to approach the end of their update cycle:

Xiaomi 12 Series:

  • Xiaomi 12
  • Xiaomi 12 Pro
  • Xiaomi 12S
  • Xiaomi 12S Pro
  • Xiaomi 12S Ultra

Xiaomi 12T Series:

  • Xiaomi 12T
  • Xiaomi 12T Pro

Other Flagship Models:

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  • Xiaomi Civi 3
  • Xiaomi MIX FOLD 2

With inspiration from Apple’s “liquid glass” design language, HyperOS 3 is anticipated to bring new interface elements and provide a more sophisticated user experience. An improved control center editor with more customization possibilities will be included of the upgrade. According to Xiaomi’s timetable, HyperOS 3 will be released in September.

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Robert Haba is the founder and editor-in-chief of Droid Tools. A lifelong gadget enthusiast with over a decade following the Android ecosystem, he built this publication to cut through the noise and give readers honest, real-world coverage of the tech they actually use.

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