Xiaomi has released an official list of devices that will not receive the Android 16 update. These smartphones will instead get HyperOS 3 based on Android 15 as their final software upgrade. This decision affects a range of Xiaomi and Poco devices, marking the end of their software update cycle.
The company’s move aligns with industry standards, where Android device support usually lasts for a limited period. Xiaomi plans to focus on improving HyperOS for supported devices, enhancing system stability and adding new features.
Xiaomi and Poco Devices Not Receiving Android 16
Poco Series:
- POCO C65
- POCO F5 5G
- POCO F5 Pro
- POCO M6 Pro
- POCO X6 Neo
Redmi Series:
- Redmi 12
- Redmi 12 5G
- Redmi 13C
- Redmi 13C 5G
- Redmi 13R
Redmi K Series:
- Redmi K50 Ultra
- Redmi K60
Redmi Note 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 4G
- Redmi Note 13 4G NFC
- Redmi Note 13 5G
- Redmi Note 13R Pro
- Flagship Models:
- Xiaomi 12
- Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Xiaomi 12S
- Xiaomi 12S Pro
- Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Xiaomi 12T
- Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Xiaomi Civi 3
- Xiaomi MIX FOLD 2
Many of these affected devices had previously launched as flagship or mid-range models. Xiaomi’s approach reflects the industry’s trend towards prioritizing newer devices for major Android updates while providing maintenance updates for older models.
About HyperOS 3 and Android 16
HyperOS 3 will bring a new user interface inspired by Apple’s "liquid glass" design language. It aims to deliver smoother interactions and an enhanced customization experience through an upgraded control center editor.
Regarding Android 16, Google continues to drop the dessert-themed codenames, using only version numbers. While Android 15 was internally known as "Vanilla Ice Cream," Android 16 will skip this tradition. Speculation suggests Android 16 might bring significant backend changes, possibly explaining the code name deviation.
Xiaomi Devices Confirmed to Receive Android 16
Xiaomi has not yet announced the full list of Android 16 eligible devices. However, based on software update policies and reports, these models are expected to receive the newest Android version:
- Xiaomi 15 series (including Pro, Ultra, and 15S Pro)
- Xiaomi 14 series (including Pro, Ultra, 14T, 14T Pro, and Civi)
- Xiaomi 13 series (and related variants like 13T and Civi models)
- Xiaomi Pad series (Pad 7, Pad 7 Pro, Pad 7 Ultra, Pad 6 Pro, and others)
- Redmi Note 14 and Note 13 series
- Redmi K70, K80, K60, and various other Redmi models
- Poco F7, F6, X7, M7 series, and more
This selection demonstrates Xiaomi’s commitment to supporting its latest hardware with timely Android updates.
Users who own devices excluded from the Android 16 upgrade should still expect maintenance updates through HyperOS 3. This strategy balances resource allocation with user experience by maintaining support on current software while preparing next-gen improvements.
Xiaomi’s update strategy shows a growing focus on HyperOS as the core of its ecosystem, enhancing longevity for newer devices while concluding support for older smartphones. This cycle reflects broader Android industry practices and highlights where Xiaomi positions its devices in software support tiers.
