A pilot version of the Android 16 update is currently available to Xiaomi 15 owners. The Xiaomi 15’s Android 16 upgrade still uses HyperOS 2.0 as its foundation. For a limited number of users, the pilot release functions similarly to the final beta build. The Android 16 pilot update has apparently been made available to Xiaomi 15 customers in the US and other countries.
Google formally unveiled Android 16 last month, and as of right now, only Pixel smartphones can run its stable build. Whether the Xiaomi 15 will be the first non-Pixel handset to receive stable Android 16 or if customers will have to wait a little while longer would be interesting to observe. As an alternative, Samsung might lead since the stable Android 16 build is anticipated for the Galaxy S25 later this month.
Xiaomi 15 to be the first who receive HyperOS 2.3 with Android 16
The build number for the Xiaomi 15’s Android 16 upgrade is 2.0.217.0.WOCMIXM. The 7.8GB size of the upgrade was anticipated given its importance. So, if you have the update, be sure to download it over WiFi.
We do not currently have access to the changelog or information regarding the features of the Android 16 pilot release. Android 16 may bring some minor modifications, but HyperOS 3’s release is probably when the main features will be available.
This is a pilot release that is being made available to beta users, as was previously stated. The same version will be made available to users in batches if the build appears to be flawless for the general audience. The stable Android 16 upgrade might not be available to everyone for a few weeks.
Once stable Android 16 is out, you can check Settings for the update if you have a Xiaomi 15. Before installing the update, take cautious to backup any important data.
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