Xiaomi confirms the exclusion of several devices from HyperOS 3.1. The company announced that devices limited to the Android 15 will not receive the update. The change aims to align the proprietary interface with the latest version of the Google operating system.
The announcement took place on November 3, 2025 on China. Recent Modelosss like the POCO F5 are on the excluded list. The decision follows a pattern previously adopted with HyperOS 2.
Devices affected by the restriction
The list includes more than 20 devices from the POCO, Redmi and Xiaomi lines. Os Esses models run HyperOS 3, however they are based on the Android 15. The incompatibility arises due to the hardware requirements of the Android 16.
- SMALL F5
- SMALL F5 Pro
- M6 Pro NOZZLE
- POCO X6 Neo
- Redmi 13C
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Redmi K60
- Redmi K60 Pro
- Redmi Note 12 Turbo
- Redmi Note 12T Pro
- Redmi Note 13 5G
- Redmi Note 13R Pro
Other devices are also left out, such as the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro. Xiaomi prioritizes optimizations for newer devices.
Ongoing support strategy
These devices maintain security updates for an additional period of time. The company estimates support for up to two years in monthly or bimonthly patches. Isso guarantees protection against known vulnerabilities.
Users receive OTA notifications about available patches. Frequency gradually decreases after major updates are completed.
New Features Missing in HyperOS 3.1
HyperOS 3.1 incorporates features from Android 16, such as scaling to Central from Controle. Removed Os Aparelhosss lose these visual customization options. The Alterações’s design includes elements inspired by competing interfaces.
Overall performance improves with multitasking optimizations. The Bateria gains efficiency in prolonged use scenarios. Integration across the Xiaomi ecosystem is strengthened on compatible models.
Global distribution schedule
The stable release of HyperOS 3.1 starts on China in November 2025. Expansão for Europa and Ásia happens in December, through regional phases. The Brasil will be launched between January and February 2026.
Flagship models like the Xiaomi 15 lead the line of updates. The Testes beta has been running on select devices since October. Xiaomi monitors feedback to make final adjustments before general release.
Support for tablets and foldables
Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 is included in the excluded list. Os foldable devices, like the Xiaomi MIX Fold 2, stop at the Android 15. The Atualizações focuses on recent tablets with larger screens.
The interface adapts better to the space on compatible models. Recursos productivity is prioritized in future updates.
Expectations for future releases.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra may debut with HyperOS 3.1 pre-installed. The version has satellite connection and camera improvements. Lançamento planned for Q1 2026.
Other devices in the 17 line follow the same software standard. The strategy reinforces the two- to three-year life cycle for major updates.
The Xiaomi decision seeks efficiency in resources for development. Engenheiros focuses its efforts on unified platforms. older Quanto