Emir BardakçıXiaomi officially rolls out the global Xiaomi HyperOS 3 update for the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro devices today. This Android 15 HyperOS 3 update currently enters the beta testing phase exclusively for Mi Pilot members around the world. The new update arrives with build numbers OS3.0.2.0.VLCMIXM for the standard version and OS3.0.2.0.VLBMIXM for the premium Pro model. The public release will launch very soon for all users, bringing significant system improvements and a smoother smartphone experience.
The final software support cycle
This release represents the final major update for the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro smartphones. Xiaomi officially ends software support for these specific devices on March 17, 2026. This date marks the completion of their promised four-year update lifespan since their initial market launch. Users will not receive any additional system versions, such as Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1 or Xiaomi HyperOS 4, nor will they get new security patches after this deadline.
New features in Xiaomi HyperOS 3
The latest software package introduces several visual enhancements, system optimizations, and artificial intelligence tools for global users. Here are the core additions included in this comprehensive firmware release.
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Visual Enhancements: New icons, minor interface icon changes, and updated battery and signal indicators.
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Dynamic Interface: The introduction of Hyper Island for improved system notifications and active alerts.
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Apple Integration: iPhone call and SMS forwarding, plus seamless screen sharing with MacBooks.
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File Sharing: Fast device-to-device file transfers by simply bringing phones close together.
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System Fluidity: More dynamic animations, enhanced blur effects, and a complete 30% performance optimization.
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Smart AI Tools: AI note writing, AI describe, AI voice translation, and AI noise reduction for voice records.
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Advanced AI Search: Powerful AI system search functionality and AI photo search within the Gallery application.
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AI Wallpapers: AI Dynamic Wallpapers now work globally to turn static photos into generated videos.
The public release will happen soon after the pilot testing concludes, delivering a refined experience.
