Xiaomi 14 Ultra Gets HyperOS 3 Beta Update Globally

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has officially begun receiving the HyperOS 3 beta update globally, marking a major milestone for one of Xiaomi’s most premium flagship smartphones. The new build, released under the Mi Pilot program, introduces a complete set of HyperOS 3 refinements, fresh animations, UI changes, and system optimizations based on Android 16.

This update confirms that Xiaomi is now preparing the device for its stable HyperOS 3 release in the coming weeks.

Update Details:

• Version: 3.0.4.0.WNAMIXM
• Size: 7.1GB
• Type: Mi Pilot Release

Since this is a beta release, only registered Mi Pilot users can download it now, while regular users will receive the update once the testing phase is completed.

What’s New in the Global HyperOS 3 Beta for Xiaomi 14 Ultra

As a premium flagship, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra receives the complete HyperOS 3 feature set, including every visual upgrade, UI refinement, and performance enhancement that Xiaomi introduced with this generation.

Major Improvements Included in This Update:

• Brand-new animation engine delivering ultra-smooth transitions, app scaling effects, and gesture responses
• Gaussian blur & advanced transparency layers, enabled consistently throughout the system UI
• Enhanced dynamic rendering engine that reduces GPU load and improves frame stability
• Faster app launch speeds due to optimized compilation pipelines
• Better RAM allocation and background process management, ideal for multitasking
• Refined camera pipeline tuning, improving image processing efficiency
• Enhanced thermal control thanks to optimized frequency modulation and scheduling
• Improved battery endurance due to more intelligent system-level power handling

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s powerful hardware—Snapdragon flagship chipset, superior cooling system, and high-speed storage—allows it to fully leverage these improvements, making the HyperOS 3 experience distinctly smoother and more fluid compared to mid-range devices.

HyperOS 3 Features Coming to Xiaomi 14 Ultra

HyperOS 3 introduces an extensive list of new system features, many of which significantly enhance the user experience on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Below are the key highlights:

1. Xiaomi Hyper Island (Smarter Notification Center)

Xiaomi Hyper Island provides a more interactive and intelligent notification system:

• Displays important alerts in a condensed, visually refined island-style bubble
• Offers one-touch expanded information
• Supports drag-and-drop interaction, useful for ride-hailing and real-time apps
• Allows smooth transitions between mini and expanded windows
• Works seamlessly with multitasking features on the 14 Ultra

2. New HyperOS Visual Design System

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra receives the complete visual overhaul, including:

• New desktop icons with higher definition and texture
• Unified rounded-corner aesthetics across apps and UI elements
• New status bar layout that is cleaner and easier to read
• New lock screen styles, including centered large clock options
• One-stop wallpaper editor for both home and lock screen
• Improved spacing, typography, and animation timing for a premium, cohesive look

3. Cross-Device Connectivity & Ecosystem Features

The HyperOS 3 beta also includes major ecosystem upgrades:

• Xiaomi Super Interconnect for seamless device switching
• Support for iPhone, iPad, and Mac integration, such as:
  • Two-way notification sync
  • Cross-device hotspot connection
  • File and photo sharing
  • iPhone-to-Xiaomi cloud album access
• Miracle Desktop for using the phone’s screen on tablets
• Cross-device unlocking using Xiaomi tablets, cars, or even Apple devices

This transforms the Xiaomi 14 Ultra into a core device within a multi-platform ecosystem.

4. Enhanced Privacy & Security System

HyperOS 3 adds:

• Newly redesigned privacy password UI
• Post-quantum encryption for data protection
• Offline device tracking support
• Secure access control with selective data permissions

These features provide stronger security without compromising usability.

The global rollout of the HyperOS 3 Mi Pilot update for Xiaomi 14 Ultra marks the beginning of a major software evolution for the device. With smoother animations, advanced visual effects, Hyper Island integration, deeper ecosystem support, and improved performance tuning, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra now feels even more premium and polished.

Once testing is complete, Xiaomi will push the stable HyperOS 3 build to all global users—likely very soon.