POCO Launcher Gets New HyperOS 3 Update but No Stacked Recents Yet

Xiaomi has released a fresh update for POCO Launcher under the HyperOS ecosystem, further refining the launcher experience for POCO users worldwide. The new update carries version 6.01.03.1901 and is currently available as a Global release, making it accessible to a wide range of devices. With a download size of 22.4MB, this update remains lightweight while delivering important performance and stability improvements.

This POCO Launcher build is marked as Universal, meaning it is not limited to a specific device model. It is fully compatible with both HyperOS 2 and HyperOS 3, ensuring smooth integration across newer and existing HyperOS-based smartphones. Xiaomi continues its focus on optimizing core system apps to match the evolving design language and performance standards of HyperOS.

One important clarification in this release is that the Stacked Recents feature is still not available in POCO Launcher. While Xiaomi has started enabling stacked recents in the System Launcher on some devices, POCO Launcher users will need to wait longer for this functionality. The absence of this feature suggests that Xiaomi is either testing it internally or planning a separate rollout specific to POCO devices.

Despite the missing stacked recents, the update brings noticeable improvements in daily usage. Xiaomi has enhanced overall animations, making transitions smoother across the home screen, app opening, and app switching. These animation refinements help reduce micro-stutters and improve visual consistency, especially on devices running HyperOS 3.

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The update also includes general app optimisations, focusing on better memory management and faster responsiveness. Alongside these optimisations, Xiaomi has fixed several known bugs and stability issues reported in previous versions. While no detailed bug list has been shared officially, users can expect fewer launcher crashes, improved icon loading, and more consistent performance during extended usage.

Installing the update is straightforward and does not require uninstalling the existing launcher. Users simply need to download the POCO Launcher APK and install it using Xiaomi File Manager. The new version can be installed directly over the current one. A reboot may be required in some cases to ensure all changes are applied properly, especially if the launcher was heavily cached.

Overall, POCO Launcher version 6.01.03.1901 is a refinement-focused release rather than a feature-heavy one. While stacked recents remain absent, the smoother animations, bug fixes, and internal optimisations make this update recommended for users running HyperOS 2 or HyperOS 3 who want a more stable and polished launcher experience.