Official POCO X8s firmware (codename darwin) includes the latest stable HyperOS 3 update with Android 16 and all original previous versions, in Fastboot ROM flash file, Recovery ROM, and OTA formats.
Phone models: 2609CPC5FG (Global). All files are stock Xiaomi ROMs, downloaded directly from Xiaomi servers. We provide direct download links to official firmware, system and software updates.
Optimization: Added a preset management page and support for bulk import/export of preset parameters for Pro mode
Calendar:
Optimization: Holiday display in Calendar, with more traditional festivals and historical commemorative days
Fix: An issue where dates displayed incorrectly in some cases
Other improvements:
New: Clarity mode brings together text and icon size, ringtone volume, scam call blocking, and other phone settings
New: The option to tap the status bar to return to the top of the page in some apps and scenarios
Optimization: Mi Mover now supports transferring more data, including some settings and user data from system apps
Optimization: Gallery search animations for smoother transitions
Fix: An issue where macOS compressed files didn`t display properly in File Manager in some cases
Fix: Stuttering when loading multilingual screenshot thumbnails in some cases
Interconnectivity
New: Tap the NFC area on your Xiaomi phone or iPhone to quickly share recordings and notes
New: Xiaomi phones now support AirPods, including fast pair pop-ups, battery status, Spatial Audio, noise cancellation switching, and Find My
New: After SMS verification codes received on iPhone are synced to your Xiaomi phone, they can be detected and copied with one tap
Optimization: When you open Xiaomi phone apps in while using Screen Mirroring on iPhone, you can use the input method set on your Xiaomi phone at the same time
Privacy and security
New: More system apps now support Private access, with ongoing compatibility improvements for additional apps
Optimization: Updated `Fingerprints, face data, and screen lock` page layout for easier, faster setup
Fastboot ROM (flash file)
Version
3.0.305.0.WETMIXM
OS
HyperOS 3
Android
Android 16
Release date
2026-10-19
Flash file size
11.26 GB
Official link
Download (.tgz)
Changelog
Expand list
Comprehensive system app optimization
Camera:
Optimization: Added a preset management page and support for bulk import/export of preset parameters for Pro mode
Calendar:
Optimization: Holiday display in Calendar, with more traditional festivals and historical commemorative days
Fix: An issue where dates displayed incorrectly in some cases
Other improvements:
New: Clarity mode brings together text and icon size, ringtone volume, scam call blocking, and other phone settings
New: The option to tap the status bar to return to the top of the page in some apps and scenarios
Optimization: Mi Mover now supports transferring more data, including some settings and user data from system apps
Optimization: Gallery search animations for smoother transitions
Fix: An issue where macOS compressed files didn`t display properly in File Manager in some cases
Fix: Stuttering when loading multilingual screenshot thumbnails in some cases
Interconnectivity
New: Tap the NFC area on your Xiaomi phone or iPhone to quickly share recordings and notes
New: Xiaomi phones now support AirPods, including fast pair pop-ups, battery status, Spatial Audio, noise cancellation switching, and Find My
New: After SMS verification codes received on iPhone are synced to your Xiaomi phone, they can be detected and copied with one tap
Optimization: When you open Xiaomi phone apps in while using Screen Mirroring on iPhone, you can use the input method set on your Xiaomi phone at the same time
Privacy and security
New: More system apps now support Private access, with ongoing compatibility improvements for additional apps
Optimization: Updated `Fingerprints, face data, and screen lock` page layout for easier, faster setup
Download previous Global firmware updates for POCO X8s:
The new HyperOS 3 update is not necessarily the best. Before updating POCO X8s (darwin), read reviews on XDA Developers or the Mi Community forum. If installing full ROM or the new OTA update caused issues, please let us know in the comments and mention the firmware region and version number.
