Though still based on Android Marshmallow, the MIUI 8.2.1.0 Global Stable ROM for Xiaomi Mi 5s improves fingerprint reader function, as well as includes UI adjustments for toggles, various optimizations and general bug fixes. If you are still waiting for the MIUI 8.2.1.0 Global Stable ROM for your Mi 5s (Capricorn), go to ‘Updater’ on your phone and check for updates. Note that your phone should be on stable ROM.

Changelog of MIUI 8.2.1.0 Global Stable ROM for Xiaomi Mi 5s

How to Install MIUI 8 Global Stable 8.2.1.0.MAGMIDL ROM on Mi 5s

Note: Backup important data you have on the phone before flashing. If you flash from Developer ROM to Stable ROM, please wipe all data, otherwise, it might cause serious incompatible issues like FC, no network etc. New – UI adjustments for toggles New – Battery saver toggle can be added to the Notification shade New – Antivirus scans for the apps installed not from Google Play Optimization – UI adjustments for screen lock, password, and fingerprints Optimization – Changed icons for USB charging and switching keyboards Optimization – Floating notifications will not appear in DND mode Fix – The first notification could not be removed by a swipe Recovery Method:

  1. Download the MIUI 8 ROM Recovery image (V8.2.1.0.MAGMIDL) for Mi 5 [HERE] and put the zip file into your phone’s internal storage.
  2. Launch the ‘Updater’ app on your phone. Tap the setting icon (3 dots) at the top-right corner, select ‘Choose update package’, and choose the ROM zip file you have just saved on your phone.
  3. The flashing process will start and this will take some time to finish. Once the installation process is finished, your device should automatically boot to the new version. Fastboot Method:
  4. Download the MIUI 8 ROM Fastboot image (V8.2.1.0.MAGMIDL) for Mi 5 from here.
  5. Follow this instruction to know how to flash fastboot image of your handset. (Source – MIUI)