In case you were waiting for clarity, while most Android OEMs have been busy rolling out Android 16 for their smartphones over the last several months, Infinix joined the party a bit late, introducing XOS 16 (hands-on review) in early February. Bringing a fresh UI design language in the form of “Glow Space”, the latest iteration of XOS ups the stakes with a modern look that hints at glass and light visuals across the board. Along with that, some much-needed customisation and productivity features are also in tow, providing people with greater versatility in how they use their phones.

Since Infinix has officially revealed the release timeline for XOS 16, this guide provides all the details on the devices eligible for the update, the process for downloading and installing it, and our concise take on Infinix’s latest software.

Infinix phones are currently running on XOS 16

How to check your current XOS version

FAQs

Which Infinix smartphones are eligible for XOS 16 update?

Most of the Infinix smartphones released over the last two years are confirmed to get the XOS 16 update. That said, affordable devices like the Infinix Smart 10 haven’t been mentioned in the initial phase of the rollout.

Series | Model names
Note series | April – June 2026: Infinix Note 50 Pro+, Note 50S, Note 50 Pro, Note 50X, Note 50July – Sept 2026: Infinix Note 40 Pro, Note 40S, Note 40
GT series | April – June 2026: Infinix GT 30 Pro, GT 30July – Sept 2026: Infinix GT 20 Pro
Hot series | July – Sept 2026: Infinix Hot 60 Pro, Hot 60 Pro+
ZERO series | Oct – Dec 2026: Infinix Zero 40, Zero 40 5G, Zero Flip

Series | Model names
Note series | Infinix Note 50s
GT series | Hot series | ZERO series |

As with most major OS upgrades, the update may take a while to land on your device, since the rollout happens in stages.

If you’re not sure whether your Infinix smartphone is running the latest XOS 16 update, here’s how to check your current firmware version:

Step 1: Go ahead and open the Settings app on your Infinix phone

Step 2: Now tap the My Phone banner

Step 3: The next screen will display your smartphone’s XOS version number, such as ‘XOS 15’ or ‘XOS 16’.

How can you update your Infinix phone to XOS 16?

If and when your Infinix smartphone gets the XOS 16 update, here’s how you can update to it from XOS 15 to experience the latest software:

Step 1: Firstly, open the Settings app from the homescreen or the notification tray

Step 2: Now, select the My Phone section present at the top

Step 3: On the next screen, tap the Check for Updates button

Step 4: If the screen says “Your system is up to date”, select the Check for update button

Step 5: This product will scan and fetch the latest available update

Step 6: If the XOS 16 update OTA has been rolled out for your device, a long changelog will be displayed

Step 7: Now, go ahead and select Download and Install

Once the update is downloaded, the installation process will take several minutes during which This product will reboot. Once rebooted, you’ll be greeted with XOS 16 on your Infinix phone.

Top features, changes and improvements on XOS 16

XOS 16 not only revamps key areas, such as the lockscreen and notification panel, but also introduces several visual changes inside, along with adding new features:

Glow Space design: The design fundamentals of XOS 16 revolve around “Glow Design”, a new interface inspired by light and space that brings a sense of depth to various elements across the UI.

Revamped notification panel: The notification panel not only heavily inherits Glow Design, but also sees a major revamp where the toggles and buttons are rounder, display light and transparency effects, and the entire blur in the background has been altered. Changes in first-party apps: Most of the first-party apps have undergone a minor visual revamp. For starters, the Settings app now displays larger menu icons, while the Search bar has been repositioned towards the bottom for easy reachability. Similarly, all the apps now sport floating bottom bars instead of a fixed bottom tab.

Lockscreen customisation: The lockscreen has finally received some love on XOS 16. Just like ColorOS 16 and OriginOS 16, Infinix has gone ahead and offered a slew of large clock styles for the lockscreen that embody blur and glass effects. That said, lockscreen widgets are nowhere to be seen for now.

Homescreen customisation: For the first time, an Android skin has introduced wallpaper depth effects on the homescreen, where the wallpaper is partially layered over homescreen icons. Apart from that, an AI Theme Generator is also in place to create themes based on a wallpaper’s visuals.

Changes to Dynamic Bar: The way the Dynamic Bar works on XOS 16 has been slightly altered. When running two tasks in the Dynamic Bar, they’re now stacked on top of each other instead of displayed side by side. This change also introduces smoother animations when switching between tasks. 1 of 8 Settings app About Phone page Clock app Phone app Gallery app Notes app

AI MindHub and SnapMemo: XOS 16 brings a brand-new feature called SnapMemo to Infinix phones, with a dedicated “One-Tap” button on the side. When assigning the long-press action to SnapMemo, the system analyses the on-screen content and saves it into a portal called MindHub. people can visit this portal later to view the key information from the screenshots in a curated manner.

Phone Master app: The ‘Phone Master is an all-in-one hub to remove cache and unwanted files, change privacy and security settings, boost memory, and more. All the phones launched with XOS 16, such as Note Edge and Note 60 Pro, carry Phone Master.

Is it beneficial to upgrade to XOS 16?

Taking into account all the new features, visual changes, and customisation improvements, the XOS 16 update ensures people get to enjoy a meaningful experience. As noted in our Infinix Note 60 review, the OS feels intuitive to use, which is backed by deeper customisation options and tons of AI-driven productivity features. Even the design inspiration from other software skins is evident, XOS 16 manages to offer a smooth and user-friendly experience overall. Speaking of which, Infinix is clearly following an industry-wide trend of implementing glass and light visuals, making people feel right at home when coming from other skins or mobile software. While this results in a fresh experience, people seeking originality may not find XOS 16 to be preferable to their liking. Also Read

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What is the latest XOS version?

Currently, the latest XOS version available is XOS 16. It brings a slew of changes and improvements, including a new Glow Space design interface, heavy lockscreen and homescreen customisation options, smoother and refined animations, and a host of productivity features.

Why haven’t I received the XOS 16 update yet?

Generally, major OS rollouts such as XOS 16 are gradual and region/model-specific. The rollout depends on several factors before it reaches your device, including releasing the OTA in phases, starting with specific regions, server-side staging, and carrier authorisation (if applicable). If your model is slated to get the update and still hasn’t bagged it, wait a few weeks or try checking manually.

Should I factory reset after updating to XOS 16?

While not necessary, a factory reset after a major OS update often fixes bugs, improves performance, and resolves battery drain issues more quickly. If you’ve been regularly encountering stability issues after updating to XOS 16, feel free to factory reset your device. That said, make sure to back up all your crucial data to the cloud or locally before proceeding with the reset.

Can I roll back to XOS 15 from XOS 16?

While you could downgrade to XOS 14 from XOS 15 using unofficial methods, Infinix hasn’t revealed any procedure to downgrade to XOS 15. Even if a method is made available later, demoting your phone to an older XOS version will result in complete data loss, along with the uncertainty of bricking your device if the steps aren’t followed properly.