Xiaomi has officially opened the beta testing program for HyperOS 3 to its global user base. The new operating system, built on Android 16, brings a host of performance and design upgrades, moving beyond its Chinese-market debut to reach a wider international audience.
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Key Features and Performance Upgrades
- Performance: HyperOS 3 delivers significant under-the-hood optimizations. Xiaomi reports a 21% faster app launch time, a 10% improvement in video playback, and a 9% reduction in touch latency.
- Xiaomi Super Island: The OS introduces a dynamic notification hub that utilizes the front camera cutout. This feature is designed to handle multiple live activities simultaneously and provides an interactive space for real-time information.
- Cinematic Lock Screens: Users can now create AI-generated dynamic wallpapers and customize unique clock designs and editing suites directly from the lock screen.
- AI Enhancements: New features powered by artificial intelligence include “Circle to Act,” which allows users to perform context-based actions by circling content on the screen. The XiaoAI assistant has also been enhanced for faster on-screen content recognition.
- Ecosystem Connectivity: HyperOS 3.0 improves cross-platform functionality, introducing seamless file sharing with iPhones, iPads, and Macs, and the ability to unlock a Xiaomi phone using Face ID or Touch ID from an Apple device.
How to Apply for the Beta Program
Beta recruitment is conducted through the Xiaomi Community app. Users with an eligible device running a Global or EEA stable ROM can apply by navigating to the “Beta Testing” section. It is strongly advised to back up all data before installing a beta ROM, as these builds may contain bugs and impact device stability.
What’s Next
The global beta program is just the first step. Xiaomi is expected to officially unveil the international version of HyperOS 3 at its upcoming launch event on September 24, 2025, alongside the new Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro series. A wider stable rollout to eligible devices is anticipated in the fourth quarter of this year.
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