Xiaomi launched the Mi 5 smartphone back in 2016 running MIUI 7 based on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), earlier this year it got the Android 8.0 Oreo-based MIUI 9.5 update as well as new features. After the Redmi Y2 and Redmi Note 5 Pro, the Mi 5 users have received the stable MIUI 10 OTA update from today.
The new update comes as MIUI 10.0.1.0.OAAMIFH and is 549 MB in size. This update still has August security patch. It brings major changes like Redesigned Notification Panel, Redesigned Volume Sliders, Improved multitasking management, natural sound system, and a lot more, for more details on MIUI 10 refer to this post.
You can download the recovery ROM here and flash it using the recovery method or fastboot ROM here and flash it manually. This is the third device to receive MIUI 10 based Global Stable update in India and other devices are expected to receive the update in coming days. Check out the changelog below,
Designed for full screen experience
All-new UI is tailored for full screen devices and lets the content take the front stage.
(New design looks fresh and clean on older devices too)
Natural sound system
You won’t get tired of natural and ever-changing sounds of the new MIUI.
We simplified system sounds and applied smart filters, so you’ll hear something only when you need to.
Ambient sounds of the forest, beach, drizzle, stove fire and summer night will help you to relax and focus on what’s important.
Other improvements and optimizations
AI brings Portrait mode to single camera devices! Blur the background on your portrait shots and look as gorgeous as you feel.
Other system apps (including Clock and Note) got a major revamp too.