POCO has officially kicked off its next-generation software update cycle, beginning with its flagship POCO F7 Ultra. The device is now receiving the highly anticipated HyperOS 3.0 update, built on the foundation of the newly released Android 16.
The rollout, which appears to have started with European units, positions the POCO F7 Ultra as the very first POCO device to receive this significant firmware upgrade, hot on the heels of the Xiaomi 15 series.
A Massive Upgrade: HyperOS 3.0 Details
Users in the initial rollout regions, identifiable by the firmware version OS3.0.3.0.WOMEUXM, are being prompted to download a sizeable Over-The-Air (OTA) update package, reportedly weighing in at a whopping 7.6GB. Users are strongly advised to connect to a stable, fast Wi-Fi network before attempting the download.
The new HyperOS 3.0 promises a major refresh, focusing on:
- System Performance: Expect a noticeable boost in overall speed, smoother animations, and better power efficiency thanks to advanced kernel and graphics optimizations.
- Refreshed UI and Features: The update brings a completely redesigned Home screen with new icons and more versatile widgets. A key highlight is the expanded "Hyper Island" feature, Xiaomi's interactive notification hub, which is now accessible on the F7 Ultra.
- Enhanced AI Capabilities: The integration of new AI features is a core focus, including smarter voice assistant capabilities, AI-powered photo organization, and advanced real-time translation and transcription tools.
- Android 16 Goodness: The software is underpinned by Android 16, which brings the latest in security and privacy enhancements, alongside new features from Google's core mobile OS.
- Ecosystem Interconnectivity: The HyperConnect system is refined for deeper cross-device integration, improving the connection between the POCO F7 Ultra and other Xiaomi/POCO ecosystem products like smartwatches and tablets.
POCO's Flagship Leads the Way
The POCO F7 Ultra, a high-performance device launched earlier this year with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 2K 120Hz Flow AMOLED display, and 120W HyperCharge, is an ideal candidate to showcase the full potential of HyperOS 3.0. Its advanced hardware ensures that users can fully experience the performance and visual upgrades of the new operating system.
A representative from the POCO community commented, "This quick release demonstrates POCO and Xiaomi's commitment to delivering timely software updates, especially for their flagship line. The F7 Ultra is set to be a beast with the added performance optimizations of HyperOS 3.0."
Global users of other eligible POCO and Xiaomi devices, including the rest of the POCO F7 and F6 series, are expected to see the HyperOS 3.0 rollout expand in the coming weeks and months, with a broader global deployment anticipated in early November 2025.
How to Check for the Update:
POCO F7 Ultra users can manually check for the update by navigating to:
Settings > About phone > System update.
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