Infinix HOT 60 Pro Gets Android 16 and XOS 16 Update
The Android 16 and XOS 16 update is now being made available for the HOT 60 Pro Global model. This update includes a renewed user interface, new AI features, improved security and privacy measures, better performance, and enhanced connectivity.
Android 16 and XOS 16
The HOT 60 Pro is upgrading from Android 15 to Android 16 as part of the latest XOS 16 update. The new software gives the interface a more modern appearance, with smoother animations and a simpler design.
The update also contains the August 2026 security patch, ensuring that the device remains up to date with the latest security fixes.
AI
- AI Suggestions: Includes service cards for Local, System, and Lifestyle together with smoother transition effects.
- Language Improvements: Includes better speech recognition, more accurate translation of long texts, and an improved ability to understand complex sentences.
- AI Subtitles: Provides faster subtitle generation and better synchronization with video content.
New Design
- App Download Progress: Adds an icon to show app download progress.
- Smooth Visuals: Offers smoother animations and fluid visuals across the system, along with better status bar transitions.
- Control Center: Introduces smoother expansion animations for Wi-Fi and mobile data cards, with an option to hide switch labels.
Multi-Device Connection
- Audio Casting: Allows users to cast phone audio to a compatible same-brand PC or tablet.
- Call & Message Sync: Keeps phone calls and text messages synced with a connected PC or tablet in real time.
Security & Privacy
- Payment Protection: Conducts real-time security checks when financial apps are opened.
- Unlock Security: Requires privacy-password verification when changing the password, fingerprint, or face unlock data.
- Unified Privacy Password: Lets users manage privacy features using a single password, with password-reset support.
Communication
- Automatic Call Recording: Lets calls from selected contacts be recorded automatically, with better file names for easier identification.
System Performance
- Smoother Performance: Reduces delays during heavy workloads for a more responsive experience.
- Better Memory Management: Prioritizes important apps and compresses background processes to free up memory.
- Detailed Battery Usage: Provides separate power usage details for screen-on/off and foreground/background activity, with a one-tap option to optimize power-hungry background apps.
Cloud Services
- Improved Cloud Services: Expands backup and synchronization support for more types of data.
Important Wallpaper Change
The update no longer supports subtly animated wallpapers. If one is currently in use, it will automatically be replaced with a static wallpaper after the update.
Update Details
- Update Size: The update is about 8.2GB in size.
- Free Storage: Users should ensure they have enough free storage before installing it.
- Battery: Infinix recommends having more than 50% battery before starting the OTA update.
Overall
Overall, XOS 16 offers a fresh look along with several useful improvements to the HOT 60 Pro, making the device smoother, smarter, and more secure.