- Xiaomi launches HyperOS 3.3 beta based on Android 17 for the Xiaomi 17, 17 Ultra and 15T Pro.
- The update paves the way for HyperOS 4 with no notable visual changes.
- Available first in China, a global rollout is expected in the coming months.
- It includes stability and security improvements, but it's a beta version.
Android 17 is already making its first appearance in the Xiaomi ecosystem. The company has released the first beta version of HyperOS 3.3, an intermediate update that incorporates the latest version of Google's operating system without radically changing the interface.
This beta is aimed at developers and advanced users, and its main objective is to prepare devices for the future arrival of HyperOS 4. The first models to receive it are the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Xiaomi 15T Pro, as confirmed by several sources.
HyperOS 3.3: what it includes and which phones it's coming to
The update is now available for participants in the beta program in China. This version focuses on compatibility and stability , integrating the new features of Android 17. No significant visual changes are expected, as HyperOS 3.3 acts as a bridge to HyperOS 4.
The three confirmed models are the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, and the Xiaomi 15T Pro. According to sources like XimiTime, the beta will be available in other regions in the coming weeks , although it has only been confirmed for China so far. Xiaomi warns that this is test software and may cause bugs, so they recommend making a backup.
Paving the way for HyperOS 4
This update isn't meant to revolutionize the user experience, but rather to lay the groundwork for the next major version of HyperOS. HyperOS 4, which will arrive later, will bring significant new features and improvements in design . Meanwhile, HyperOS 3.3 focuses on optimizing performance and compatibility with Android 17.
Among the improvements included in this beta are performance and stability optimizations, as well as bug fixes. These adjustments allow devices to run more smoothly and be ready to receive the new features of HyperOS 4 without any issues.
When will it arrive in Europe?
Although the beta version is currently limited to the Chinese market, all indications suggest that the global rollout won't be long in coming. The stable version of HyperOS 3.3 with Android 17 is expected to arrive in Europe in the coming months , starting with high-end models. Xiaomi users in Spain should keep an eye out for OTA updates.
For those who want to try the beta, registration in Xiaomi's developer program is required. The company reminds users that installation may erase all data on the device , so it is not recommended for daily use. Once the stable version is available, it will be possible to update safely.
With this first beta, Xiaomi demonstrates that Android 17 is already underway in its ecosystem. Users of the Xiaomi 17, 17 Ultra, and 15T Pro will be the first to try the new features, although the final version promises a significant leap forward with HyperOS 4. We'll have to wait a few weeks to see how the rollout progresses in Europe.