The incremental OTA update (MIUI 8.5 Global Stable V8.5.3.0.MALMIED) for Redmi 3S/Prime starts rolling out and users will get the update in the coming days. Alternatively, users can download and install MIUI 8.5.3.0 Global Stable ROM (recovery image/fastboot image) on their Redmi 3S/Prime right now. Check out the guide below.

Below are the highlights of MIUI 8.5.3.0 for Redmi 3S/Prime: Note: The safest method to update Redmi 3S/Prime to newest MIUI version is by OTA (Over-the-Air). If you have not received the OTA update notification yet, check it by going to Settings > About Phone > System updates. Downloads: MIUI 8.5.3.0 recovery image for Redmi 3S/Prime [HERE] MIUI 8.5.3.0 full Fastboot image for Redmi 3S/Prime [HERE]

How to Install MIUI 8.5.3.0 Update on Redmi 3S/Prime

Recovery method:

  1. Installing MIUI 8.5.3.0 Recovery image is a simple process, but your device should be on stock MIUI ROM and stock recovery.
  2. Save the downloaded recovery image on your phone’s internal storage
  3. 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.
  4. 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:
  5. This process will wipe your device, so back up important data before proceeding.
  6. After downloading the fastboot image (link above), follow this guide or this guide to know the installation procedure. (Source – MIUI)