It’s official—Xiaomi’s next big update, HyperOS 3, is already causing waves in the Android community, and for good reason. If you’re rocking a Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO phone, there’s a high chance your UI is about to get a glow-up. But HyperOS 3 isn’t just a facelift. It’s a complete experience shift—one that’s as much about aesthetics as it is about power.
Here’s what to expect from the upcoming update, why it’s getting dubbed the “Liquid Glass UI,” and how you can prep your device (and yourself) for a fresh look and feel.
What Is the “Liquid Glass” Look?
Leaks and internal test builds (yep, XiaomiUI’s been on top of it) show that HyperOS 3 is heavily embracing what insiders are calling the Liquid Glass design language.
So what’s that actually mean? In short: transparency, blur, fluidity, and soft motion.
- Transparent system menus and notification panels
- New animated effects for swiping, unlocking, and multitasking
- A more unified icon aesthetic (no more clashing third-party apps)
- Dynamic lock screens with real-time weather, music controls, and widgets
If you’ve seen Apple’s iOS 17 blur effects or Material You’s adaptive layouts, HyperOS 3 feels like Xiaomi’s take – just with more visual freedom and slightly more customization.
Gizmochina recently highlighted that this design shift is expected to roll out on Android 16-based builds, particularly on high-end devices like the Xiaomi 15 and Redmi K80 Pro
New Features Worth Noting
Beyond the slick UI, there are several feature upgrades coming with HyperOS 3:
- AI-Boosted Photo Editing: Xiaomi is quietly adding background removal and intelligent object cloning.
- Faster Animations + Lower Power Use: The OS will use Vulkan rendering, optimizing gaming and transitions.
- Better Device Syncing: More seamless transitions between phone, watch, and tablet – pushing Xiaomi’s “Ecosystem First” motto.
It’s not just surface polish – HyperOS 3 seems to be about merging looks and logic, and making every tap feel faster.
Will Your Phone Get It?
Good news: Xiaomi plans to roll out HyperOS 3 on a bunch of devices. The expected early wave includes:
- Xiaomi 15 / 15 Pro
- Redmi Note 14 series
- POCO F7 & X7 Pro
- Xiaomi Pad 6S & Watch S3
Leaked schedules suggest the rollout will begin in Q4 2025, with select markets seeing the beta as early as September.
Use a VPN to Stay Ahead
Some of the beta builds and early updates are region-locked—and HyperOS isn’t always released at the same time worldwide.
Want to grab early OTA packages or access Xiaomi’s Chinese ROM features early? Downloading a VPN helps:
- Switch your region to where the beta is rolling out
- Bypass throttling or geo-blocked forums/tools (like Xiaomi’s China-only update tools)
- Stay safer while downloading third-party firmware or accessing modding communities
If you’re big into flashing ROMs or tweaking your setup, this gives you an edge.
Final Thoughts
HyperOS 3 isn’t just MIUI with lipstick—it’s Xiaomi’s boldest redesign since they dropped the “MIUI” name. With its Liquid Glass aesthetics, more responsive system, and tighter cross-device syncing, it’s poised to make Xiaomi devices look and feel more premium than ever.
If you’re all about customization, polish, and staying ahead of the curve, HyperOS 3 should be on your radar. And with tools like XiaomiUI’s tracking resources and a solid VPN, you can be the first to flex it.
