Install Global Stable MIUI 8 ROM onto Xiaomi Devices Right Now!

BySarang Updated on

This week has been a game changing week for Android enthusiasts all across the globe. With the launch of the new Android 7.0 Nougat OS, Nexus users have been receiving the latest firmware from Google. Meanwhile, many manufacturers like Sony, LG, Samsung, Huawei have been promising the latest Nougat OS to be released soon for some of their premium devices. The Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi, keeping the promise, has now launched its first global stable MIUI 8 ROM for many of its supported devices. The MIUI 8 ROM is based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow and comes with many bug fixes, stability improvements, and also with a newer security patch level.

After almost 2 months of wait, since the Beta MIUI 8 ROM for China and global was launched, the official stable MIUI 8 build has now been released. It is available all across the globe and can be installed on the Xiaomi devices listed below. Even though many of you should be able to progressively receive the update over-the-air (OTA) and get the notification directly onto your phone via the Updater app, you may not be able to upgrade if you have rooted, installed TWRP, or flashed a custom ROM. For that, you can download the ROM packages listed below and use the tutorial in this thread to flash it. There are 2 files – one is recovery file which can be flashed directly using the stock recovery and second is a fastboot file can be used to restore Xiaomi device to full stock. The MIUI 8 ROM comes to us officially from the Xiaomi with the global stable v8.0.1.0 for Redmi 1S, Redmi 2, Redmi 2 Prime, Redmi Note 3 Qualcomm, Redmi Note 3 Special Edition, Redmi Note 2, Redmi Note 3G, Redmi Note 4G, Redmi Note Prime, Redmi 3, Redmi 3S/Prime, Mi 2/2S, Mi 3, Mi 4, Mi 4i, Mi 5, Mi Note, Mi Max 32GB and more to come Check out the MIUI 8 screenshots and review from the MIUI forums and change log from here.

What’s new and supported devices for MIUI 8:

Supported Devices for MIUI 8 Global Stable ROM

  • Redmi 1S
  • Redmi 2,
  • Redmi 2 Prime
  • Redmi Note 3 Qualcomm
  • Redmi Note 3 Special Edition
  • Redmi Note 2
  • Redmi Note 3G
  • Redmi Note 4G
  • Redmi Note Prime
  • Redmi 3
  • Redmi 3S/Prime
  • Mi 2/2S
  • Mi 3
  • Mi 4
  • Mi 4i
  • Mi 5
  • Mi Note
  • Mi Max 32GB

Devices which will get OTA update on August 23rd are: Redmi 1S, Mi 2/2S, Mi 4i, Redmi Note 3G, Redmi Note 4G. All users of these devices will be able to receive the update over-the-air today.

Some users will be able to receive the OTA update for Redmi Note 2 and Redmi 2 on August 23rd as well. The update will be open to everyone on August 25th.

Updates for the rest of the supported devices will be released progressively in the near future. We will keep you updated about further info, please stay tuned!

What’s New? – Changelog

  • Create scrolling screenshots – an amazing way to share information
  • Calculate and convert almost anything with the redesigned Calculator
  • Quick ball – the ultimate one-handed control tool
  • Personalize your notes with beautiful templates
  • Get your photos sorted for you with all-new Gallery
  • Dual Apps – create and sign into dual accounts for any app, including WhatsApp, Facebook and more.
  • Second space – perfect for times when you need a clear separation in your life
  • Video Editing -spice up your videos with filters, text and background music
  • Caller ID – automatically identify incoming numbers or find popular numbers when dialing out (India only)
  • Hindi T9 – find contacts easily with T9 dialer search (India only)
  • Enhanced SMS – SMS accounts of popular businesses now display logos and company names (India only)

Download official stable MIUI 8 stock ROM for Xiaomi devices

Download MIUI 8 ROM For Redmi Note 2

Global Stable MIUI 8 ROM For Mi 2 / Mi 2S

MIUI 8 ROM for Redmi 1S

Global Stable MIUI 8 ROM for Mi 4i

MIUI 8 ROM for Redmi Note 4G

Global Stable MIUI 8 ROM for Redmi Note 3G

Screenshots from stable MIUI 8 ROM for Xiaomi 3S/Prime, Mi 2/2S, Mi 3, Mi 4, Mi 4i, Mi 5, Mi Note, Mi Max

More Xiaomi Android N and MIUI 8 stuff

How to install official global stable MIUI 8 ROM via fastboot, stock recovery & MiSuite?

Flash the fastboot file with the Xiaomi Mi Flash tool or from the fastboot method listed here: How to Install Official MIUI 7 Android 6.0 Marshmallow Update on Xiaomi Mi4, Mi3, and Note? The Recovery firmware file can be installed using the stock recovery of your Xiaomi Mi Device. For a brief tutorial check out: How to install OTA update using stock recovery? Like and share us on social media. For queries comment down below or join the forums.

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Sarang is an Android enthusiast, software developer, expert in the Android, phones, software, niche and has been a tech blogger for various other technology websites.

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