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will an unlocked bootloader cause updates to fail? any help would be appreciated.

Hi All,
I hope I am asking in the right area and forgive me if I havent.
I have a Mi Mix 128gb running Niui Global 8.0 Stable 8.0.7.0.0 MAHCNDI which I believe is a vendor rom? I try to go into updates as I see on the MIUI website there is a version 8.0.10.0. and I would like to update to that.
-I tried the update button where it takes a few seconds saying checking and comes back with no updates available.
-I then tried the choose update package in the update app and chose the rom I moved onto the phone (not in a folder as specified) and it says getting info and then comes back 'couldnt verify update package'.
-I then tried the reboot to recovery mode and named the rom 'update.zip' as specified and all I got when I tried to enter reboot to recovery mode from the actual update app was a black screen wth a phone and a cord plugged in and a website address, no graphical selection tool where I was able to select using volume up and down etc.
I had read somewhere it could be due to the fact that when the vendor flashed the global rom they may have left the bootloader unlocked and that is why the phone isnt finding the update or running it from the file on the phone.
Does this make any sense or am I just missing everything and doing something wrong?
If it is the unlocked can I lock it again to so that I am able to update.
I did try the other thread on verifying the bootloader and how to type in the command to relock it but I wasnt able to use the ADB as I am not all together familiar on how to use it.
If anyone out there can give me a hand I would be forever grateful and I would ask that if you can help that it be as detailed as possible as I need all the help I can get
Thanks so much in advance

Dis you get your Mi Mix from a vendor who loaded Gapps for you? I think that 8.0.7.0.0 is a vendor ROM, not the CN Stable or EU Stable ROM.
I suggest you find the ROM guideline thread here and update to the CN or EU Stable ROM
Best
J

It is definitely a vendor rom. To begin with, this phone has no Official Global rom yet. It states it is a global rom but in the Rom name it contains the letter CN, which identifies the rom as the chinese rom. Therefor yes, it is a vendor rom.
I don't have the phone yet so take my advice with a grain of salt, but i'm pretty sure that an unlocked bootloader does not interfere with installing roms/getting ota updates etc. Sorry, with an unlocked bootloader you can't get OTA updates. But you've got a vendor rom so you wouldn't be able to get one in the first place even with a locked bootloader.
I think that if your bootloader is really unlocked, the fastest and easiest way to flash the newest rom would be by using the MiFlash program from Xiaomi. Here's a guide for that:
http://en.miui.com/thread-307744-1-1.html
(Method 3, Step 2)
Let me know if you managed to flash it.

Blackphantom said:
It is definitely a vendor rom. To begin with, this phone has no Official Global rom yet. It states it is a global rom but in the Rom name it contains the letter CN, which identifies the rom as the chinese rom. Therefor yes, it is a vendor rom.
I don't have the phone yet so take my advice with a grain of salt, but i'm pretty sure that an unlocked bootloader does not interfere with installing roms/getting ota updates etc. Sorry, with an unlocked bootloader you can't get OTA updates. But you've got a vendor rom so you wouldn't be able to get one in the first place even with a locked bootloader.
I think that if your bootloader is really unlocked, the fastest and easiest way to flash the newest rom would be by using the MiFlash program from Xiaomi. Here's a guide for that:
http://en.miui.com/thread-307744-1-1.html
(Method 3, Step 2)
Let me know if you managed to flash it.
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Thanks very much for help. I managed to flash it to the official Chinese rom but now things like the proximity sensor isnt working and a few other things. Still cant get the google movies to download or play either so I will try your guide....will let you know how it goes.
Thanks again!

imapfsr said:
Thanks very much for help. I managed to flash it to the official Chinese rom but now things like the proximity sensor isnt working and a few other things. Still cant get the google movies to download or play either so I will try your guide....will let you know how it goes.
Thanks again!
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If by "google movies" you're referring to movies downloaded from google play, then make sure you disable download manager in the Miui appstore settings. It connects to a chinese proxy and therefor is buggy and really slow.

Thanks to everyone on this forum as I now have a EU rom running on my mix and everything is working. I can download and watch movies from Google Play, I can watch and download Netflix and Google Contacts (the app not sync) now installs and works. Now this is the phone I wanted it to be and I am thrilled.
Thanks again

imapfsr said:
Thanks to everyone on this forum as I now have a EU rom running on my mix and everything is working. I can download and watch movies from Google Play, I can watch and download Netflix and Google Contacts (the app not sync) now installs and works. Now this is the phone I wanted it to be and I am thrilled.
Thanks again
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Glad to hear that it worked out for you.

imapfsr said:
Thanks to everyone on this forum as I now have a EU rom running on my mix and everything is working. I can download and watch movies from Google Play, I can watch and download Netflix and Google Contacts (the app not sync) now installs and works. Now this is the phone I wanted it to be and I am thrilled.
Thanks again
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I would like to know how did you do it, because I need to do the same
TIA

stevm said:
I would like to know how did you do it, because I need to do the same
TIA
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Just follow the directions here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix/development/recovery-official-twrp-xiaomi-mi-mix-t3498960
And you shouldn't have any issues.
Did your phone come with the Global 8.0 Stable 8.0.7.0.0 MAHCNDI s that is what mine started with and the only issue was that I had to use the ADL mode to get the phone to recognize and take the TWRP so I could get the EU rom working. Been using it for a few days now and no issues whatsoever. Good luck!

New to the Mix: first doubts!

Hello people,
Just received my new Mix today and after a few first tweaks and basic customizations (not planning on rooting just yet), I have a couple of doubts... First, though, make clear that I had an update waiting as soon as I opened updater app, OTA installed with no problems MIUI Global 8.2.4.0 (MAHMIDL). I guess that makes it an official ROM, right?
Then the doubts:
1: I checked and it turns out phone is unlocked... What's that mean? Is that normal, usual? Does it mean it is not new?
2: I enabled dev options and, when in there, there is not the toggle for "enable (or allow, don't remember) OEM unlock"? Does that option disappear when phone is unlocked?
Sorry for the super boon level and thanks in advance...

albertoduqe said:
Hello people,
Just received my new Mix today and after a few first tweaks and basic customizations (not planning on rooting just yet), I have a couple of doubts... First, though, make clear that I had an update waiting as soon as I opened updater app, OTA installed with no problems MIUI Global 8.2.4.0 (MAHMIDL). I guess that makes it an official ROM, right?
Then the doubts:
1: I checked and it turns out phone is unlocked... What's that mean? Is that normal, usual? Does it mean it is not new?
2: I enabled dev options and, when in there, there is not the toggle for "enable (or allow, don't remember) OEM unlock"? Does that option disappear when phone is unlocked?
Sorry for the super boon level and thanks in advance...
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The seller unlocked the bootloader so he could install the Global Rom for you and the unlock lock toggle is in a different menu i think.

lowrider_05 said:
The seller unlocked the bootloader so he could install the Global Rom for you and the unlock lock toggle is in a different menu i think.
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Does it mean that if I try to flash twrp through my pc (adb) on my mi mix with the global rom it wont delete my data? (Because bootloader is already unlocked)
Sent from my OnePlus2 using XDA Labs

omerbagi10 said:
Does it mean that if I try to flash twrp through my pc (adb) on my mi mix with the global rom it wont delete my data? (Because bootloader is already unlocked)
Sent from my OnePlus2 using XDA Labs
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Flashing the TWRP won't delete any data but you have to root then. Otherwise your device may get encrypted(you have to do factory reset to get rid of encryption which removes all of your data). As also noted in twrp site:
This device uses dm-verity!
This means that swiping to allow system modifications will prevent you from being able to boot if you are using the stock kernel. In order to bypass dm-verity's boot prevention, you will have to install a kernel that has dm-verity disabled in the fstab.
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Mi MIX
7.5.4 Épic

Konsstantine34 said:
Flashing the TWRP won't delete any data but you have to root then. Otherwise your device may get encrypted(you have to do factory reset to get rid of encryption which removes all of your data). As also noted in twrp site:
Mi MIX
7.5.4 Épic
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Ok thanks
Sent from my OnePlus2 using XDA Labs

Grats on the Mix and enjoy Its unique enough to be a fun device.

Alright!
Thanks for the answers
I kept searching and kind of arrived at that conclusion although wasn't sure so great.
I guess that must also be why when verifying with antutu it says the device was sold online in march while I ordered it last monday...
So far I am really liking this big fellow

albertoduqe said:
Hello people,
Just received my new Mix today and after a few first tweaks and basic customizations (not planning on rooting just yet), I have a couple of doubts... First, though, make clear that I had an update waiting as soon as I opened updater app, OTA installed with no problems MIUI Global 8.2.4.0 (MAHMIDL). I guess that makes it an official ROM, right?
Then the doubts:
1: I checked and it turns out phone is unlocked... What's that mean? Is that normal, usual? Does it mean it is not new?
2: I enabled dev options and, when in there, there is not the toggle for "enable (or allow, don't remember) OEM unlock"? Does that option disappear when phone is unlocked?
Sorry for the super boon level and thanks in advance...
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Hi!
Even my Mi Mix arrived with unlocked bootloader.
Vendor unlocked it and has installed Global ROM with Italian language available.
So, without waiting more time, I've flashed twrp and a custom ROM after 10 minutes [emoji3]

alberto8523 said:
Hi!
Even my Mi Mix arrived with unlocked bootloader.
Vendor unlocked it and has installed Global ROM with Italian language available.
So, without waiting more time, I've flashed twrp and a custom ROM after 10 minutes [emoji3]
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:laugh::laugh::laugh::good:

I just bought an unlocked Mi Mix from a US reseller. Does that mean I will get the Global Rom too? Is there a benefit of the Global vs standard version? Will I be able to download all my Google Apps, Netflix and DTV Now?

As far as I know the fact that it comes unlocked doesn't necessarily mean it will come with global rom.
As for types of MIUI official rom's, there's a few threads around explaining them all. You can also google it, as it is a common issue. In my understanding, global is not opposite to "normal" Among official MIUI roms, there are basically global and chinese versions, and within each kind you get stable roms and developer or beta roms.
You will need to check the one you got preinstalled when you get the device.
On the other hand, check this forum and you will find all kinds of answers and tones of resources.
I highly recommend Underlines master thread grouping main stuff for the Mix: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-mix/how-to/guide-flash-global-china-rom-root-gapps-t3510592

I just ordered my Mi Mix yesterday and received it this morning.
The phone was brand new and sealed, still a virgin, I was the first to break the seal.
My device too had an unlocked bootloader! I had recovery and custom rom running in minutes...

Question Chinese ROM

Hi !
I would like to buy chinese version but i have a question first.
What are advantages an inconvenients if th chinese ROM ?
I hope there's not any bloatware or spyware on chinese ROM
Thanks

i heard chinese has call recording available, could not find confirmation though

In my experience the Chinese ROM was surprisingly liveable with, but did have a collection of small quirks:
1) You can configure it to *nearly* eliminate instances of seeing Chinese text, but not all. Things like; if you had the 'Weather' alarm set, you would get a weather report in Chinese. Also, there is an AI that could take over your calls for you - it would speak to people in Chinese (and if you engaged it accidentally, all text was in Chinese so v hard to disable...
2) I found that long app names would spill over onto another line mid word
3) Trying to change font would bring up only Chinese options
4) No option to enable Google Discover on the -1 menu
5) Google Backups wouldn't work
6) Deliveroo (UK app) wouldn't allow login via Google
On the upside, Google Pay worked perfectly as did banking apps. I found it pretty easy to get rid of most Chinese apps (or put them in a folder, out of the way)
I eventually flashed to a Xiaomi.EU rom which is essentially perfect and resolves all the above. Its based on the Chinese ROM so keeps all the latest features available within it (including call recording, which the Global versions apparently don't have).

After flashing EU, bootloader has to remain unlocked?
I mean is it safe to relock it?

kaczorcuchnie said:
After flashing EU, bootloader has to remain unlocked?
I mean is it safe to relock it?
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Bootloader has to remain unlocked, yes. As I understand it, relocking would brick your phone (if you're not on the stock ROM).

kaczorcuchnie said:
After flashing EU, bootloader has to remain unlocked?
I mean is it safe to relock it?
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And you don't need it locked anyway. Everything works ok without it using the EU ROM. There is no loss of security.

Sathelp said:
And you don't need it locked anyway. Everything works ok without it using the EU ROM. There is no loss of security.
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google pay works? without magisk?

kaczorcuchnie said:
google pay works? without magisk?
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Yep

General MIUI 12.5.1.0 (RKBMIXM) Official Stable Global OTA ROM (Venus)

This is the stable, official OTA Global Rom for Xiaomi Mi 11 (Venus) released today. Enjoy.
MIUI v12.5.1.0 (RKBMIXM) Global Rom
Check my other post for extracted boot.img for it.
boot.img extract v12.5.1.0 (RKBMIXM)

Sorry for stupid questions... I am new in xiaomi... How can I install this on my phone? I think i have EEA. Bootloader is locked till monday. Thanks in advance

Hi , sorry for the questions I'm wanting to buy the Chinese mi 11 but like to know the process to flash stock global rom
After flashing will I get ota updates ?
Will banking apps work ?
5g will work I'm in the UK and see the band supported
Thank you

PeternelG said:
Sorry for stupid questions... I am new in xiaomi... How can I install this on my phone? I think i have EEA. Bootloader is locked till monday. Thanks in advance
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No question is stupid if helps you out. You'll need to have the bootloader unlocked unless it says RKBMIXM in your about phone section. EEA is RKBEUXM. If you're in Europe, I would stay with the EEA ROM because it seems to work better in general. Global might offer some better cellular signal in other places but it's iffy. I haven't really seen a difference in signal after switching from EEA to Global (I'm in the U.S). If you want to install it after unlocking the bootloader, then you should wait until c.mi.com uploads it on their site since it will be in a better format for it.
uscool said:
Hi , sorry for the questions I'm wanting to buy the Chinese mi 11 but like to know the process to flash stock global rom
After flashing will I get ota updates ?
Will banking apps work ?
5g will work I'm in the UK and see the band supported
Thank you
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Yes. You will get OTA updates. Banking apps work on mine just fine which is on global, unlocked, and has magisk. According to this, all 5G bands in the UK are supported. Widevine L1 is working on mine still after clean flashing Global.
This ROM isn't meant to flash from a different variant since it's an OTA. If you want flash the global ROM, follow these steps:
Unlock bootloader with Xiaomi MiUnlock tool (you'll have to wait 168hours)
Download the ROM you want from here
Then follow this guide (skip step 2 in this guide since you've already downloaded the ROM you wanted)

iamrance.asa said:
No question is stupid if helps you out. You'll need to have the bootloader unlocked unless it says RKBMIXM in your about phone section. EEA is RKBEUXM. If you're in Europe, I would stay with the EEA ROM because it seems to work better in general. Global might offer some better cellular signal in other places but it's iffy. I haven't really seen a difference in signal after switching from EEA to Global (I'm in the U.S). If you want to install it after unlocking the bootloader, then you should wait until c.mi.com uploads it on their site since it will be in a better format for it.
Yes. You will get OTA updates. Banking apps work on mine just fine which is on global, unlocked, and has magisk. According to this, all 5G bands in the UK are supported. Widevine L1 is working on mine still after clean flashing Global.
This ROM isn't meant to flash from a different variant since it's an OTA. If you want flash the global ROM, follow these steps:
Unlock bootloader with Xiaomi MiUnlock tool (you'll have to wait 168hours)
Download the ROM you want from here
Then follow this guide (skip step 2 in this guide since you've already downloaded the ROM you wanted)
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That's very clear to understand thanks for taking up the time to explain , I'll get the EEA as I'm in the UK the one thing I dont understand what is magisk ?
Thanks Again

uscool said:
That's very clear to understand thanks for taking up the time to explain , I'll get the EEA as I'm in the UK the one thing I dont understand what is magisk ?
Thanks Again
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Magisk is a systemless root method. Usually root will trip bank apps but you can hide Magisk and keep SafetyNet intact (this is what tell banking apps, etc if the device is modified or not). It's not necessary to have. I just figured you were planning on it since you asked about banking apps.

iamrance.asa said:
Magisk is a systemless root method. Usually root will trip bank apps but you can hide Magisk and keep SafetyNet intact (this is what tell banking apps, etc if the device is modified or not). It's not necessary to have. I just figured you were planning on it since you asked about banking apps.
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Would I need Magisk if flashing stock rom to have access to banking apps ? it leaves root open ? I would just prefer to the phone to act like stock and get OTA updates
Thanks

uscool said:
Would I need Magisk if flashing stock rom to have access to banking apps ? it leaves root open ? I would just prefer to the phone to act like stock and get OTA updates
Thanks
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No. You don't need it at all. Just an unlocked bootloader and the rom you're flashing is all.

iamrance.asa said:
No. You don't need it at all. Just an unlocked bootloader and the rom you're flashing is all.
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just made order for one, Thank you very much

With last update i see more ram used. I ve debloated my rom but previuosly i had 5gb ram free with 0.13 rom now 4gb.

uscool said:
just made order for one, Thank you very much
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Nice! What one did you order?

ghismo83 said:
With last update i see more ram used. I ve debloated my rom but previuosly i had 5gb ram free with 0.13 rom now 4gb.
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On 12.5.1.0?

iamrance.asa said:
Nice! What one did you order?
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8gb/128gb with Xiaomi GaN charger Type-C 55W
£514.00 and don't have to worry about custom charges 7/9 day delivery
Will flash stock EU rom

ghismo83 said:
With last update i see more ram used. I ve debloated my rom but previuosly i had 5gb ram free with 0.13 rom now 4gb.
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unused ram is wasted ram
it's not like on windows or something
it's basically good if there is not too much free ram

uscool said:
8gb/128gb with Xiaomi GaN charger Type-C 55W
£514.00 and don't have to worry about custom charges 7/9 day delivery
Will flash stock EU rom
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I ordered mine from GizTop, didn't have to pay any customs but it took forever to get here even when I paid for expedited. So it ended up arriving a couple days before the Pro/Ultra/11i were announced. Also came with an EU charger since that's the factory one, so I had to order a GaN charger for it. It wasn't the best experience but now I have two black/green ported 65w GaN blocks for it and a pretty neat magnetic cable. I spend around $38 for the first one, though. The second one I snagged for a cool $15
qvert said:
unused ram is wasted ram
it's not like on windows or something
it's basically good if there is not too much free ram
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I've honestly never really thought about ram consumption except for when it's causing slowdowns. I'll start keeping this in mind

iamrance.asa said:
I ordered mine from GizTop, didn't have to pay any customs but it took forever to get here even when I paid for expedited. So it ended up arriving a couple days before the Pro/Ultra/11i were announced. Also came with an EU charger since that's the factory one, so I had to order a GaN charger for it. It wasn't the best experience but now I have two black/green ported 65w GaN blocks for it and a pretty neat magnetic cable. I spend around $38 for the first one, though. The second one I snagged for a cool $15
I've honestly never really thought about ram consumption except for when it's causing slowdowns. I'll start keeping this in mind
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Damn I don't think I could handle that wait , I went with Wonda Mobile and have very good reviews hopefully get it quickly can't wait to try it currently have mi 9t looking forward checking out the 120hz and wanted bigger screen

uscool said:
Damn I don't think I could handle that wait , I went with Wonda Mobile and have very good reviews hopefully get it quickly can't wait to try it currently have mi 9t looking forward checking out the 120hz and wanted bigger screen
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Yeah, kind of killed my excitement by the time it got here. Planning to get the Ultra soon too because I'm a sucker for that camera bump on the back. Hopefully it won't take so long to get here but there really isn't many good options to get it here quick at a fair price

iamrance.asa said:
Yeah, kind of killed my excitement by the time it got here. Planning to get the Ultra soon too because I'm a sucker for that camera bump on the back. Hopefully it won't take so long to get here but there really isn't many good options to get it here quick at a fair price
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I dont use camera much so not the main thing for me also like how Xiaomi give you that option and still not taking away the rest of the spec , for example look at the s21 they also take away the screen size
So preparing with the files and looking at the guide
Decompress the MIUI ROM flashing tool downloaded in Step 1, and double click on it to install
The MiFlash2020-3-14-0 doesnt install can only decompress the files can you just select XiaoMiFlash.exe in folder to open it
The Rom file from the link you provided
miui_VENUSEEAGlobal_V12.0.13.0.RKBEUXM_27c451d5b7_11.0.zip
On the guide it says
(Please check if the ROM file suffix is '.tgz'. If it is '.gz', please rename it to '.tgz')
When I decompress the zip and try selecting it in MiFlash it says Couldnt Find flash script
Can I just download venus_eea_global_images_V12.0.13.0.RKBEUXM_20210402.0000.00_11.0_eea_4c0dda6f7f.tgz
Its in the guide
Also I make sure clean all and lock isnt selected
I just want stock EU ROM I just flash once and future updates done by OTA
Thanks

uscool said:
So preparing with the files and looking at the guide
Decompress the MIUI ROM flashing tool downloaded in Step 1, and double click on it to install
The MiFlash2020-3-14-0 doesnt install can only decompress the files can you just select XiaoMiFlash.exe in folder to open it
The Rom file from the link you provided
miui_VENUSEEAGlobal_V12.0.13.0.RKBEUXM_27c451d5b7_11.0.zip
On the guide it says
(Please check if the ROM file suffix is '.tgz'. If it is '.gz', please rename it to '.tgz')
Can I just download venus_eea_global_images_V12.0.13.0.RKBEUXM_20210402.0000.00_11.0_eea_4c0dda6f7f.tgz
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Yeah, that seems to be my bad. Download the one from the flashing guide in tgz for it. I didn't think about the ones in the Rom Downloads sections being in a different format.
By the way, you might have noticed this ROM is MIUI 12 and not the 12.5. So you will have an update soon after flashing but probably not instantly. When I flashed Global, it took a little for Updater to catch up. So don't worry if it doesn't show any updates when you first try.
uscool said:
So preparing with the files and looking at the guide
Decompress the MIUI ROM flashing tool downloaded in Step 1, and double click on it to install
The MiFlash2020-3-14-0 doesnt install can only decompress the files can you just select XiaoMiFlash.exe in folder to open it
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I'll update this section after I look on my computer for the miflash version I used. I first had a portable that didn't work (driver reading issues) so if I remember correctly, I downloaded an older one in msi format and updated. I
Itsin the guide
So it appears I downloaded two after the first portable. MiFlash 20181115 which seems to also be portable with more option and MiFlash v7.4.25 which installed on Windows. I would trying the newer first to see if it works correctly for you, then the second as a fallback. You can just click on XiaoMiFlash.exe in first one's folder.
uscool said:
Also I make sure clean all and lock isnt selected
I just want stock EU ROM I just flash once and future updates done by OTA
Thanks
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**update** You can't have lock on if you're on a China variant and using a ROM other than the China Official! It will result in brick since it doesn't support any other rom being locked on it!

iamrance.asa said:
Yeah, that seems to be my bad. Download the one from the flashing guide in tgz for it. I didn't think about the ones in the Rom Downloads sections being in a different format.
By the way, you might have noticed this ROM is MIUI 12 and not the 12.5. So you will have an update soon after flashing but probably not instantly. When I flashed Global, it took a little for Updater to catch up. So don't worry if it doesn't show any updates when you first try.
I'll update this section after I look on my computer for the miflash version I used. I first had a portable that didn't work (driver reading issues) so if I remember correctly, I downloaded an older one in msi format and updated. I
Itsin the guide
Yes you can keep it on "Clean all and lock." It will lock the bootloader back after flashing. It also gives you an error at the end if you just have "clean all" selected (something like lock script not initialized or something) which isn't something to be concerned about. It's also possible to wait and lock it with "fastboot oem lock" command, instead.
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No problem I don't mind not having latest update right away I can just wait for OTA just like I would if bought EU version
I was watching YouTube step by step on flashing and he mentioned not to select Clean all and lock it will brick the phone ?
Does it matter if I leave it open it won't effect banking apps ?
Thanks

Question Safe to downgrade to V12.0.15.0.RKFMIXM (Global) (From 12.5.1)?

Hello there!
I have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, and yesterday I made the grave mistake of hitting that "update" button. What used to be a close to perfect smartphone turned into a pile of trash with about 10 GREAT functions REMOVED. Instead they added 10 new phone-destroying functions which make this phone close to unusable for me at the moment.
That being said, I obviosuly want to downgrade my phone to the version it came with apparently is V12.0.15.0.RKFMIXM (Global). Is it safe to downgrade to this version from the version I'm on now 12.5.1? Even if it's not safe, could you please tell me how likely it is that my phone ends up bricked?
Thanks! I hope this works!

If you have updated it using Official Updater app, then there is a high risk of bricking your phone. It depends on ARB index.
Try flashing Fastboot ROM using Mi Flash tool. If it's not safe to downgrade, Mi Flash will prevent you from flashing it.

Yes, I used the official updater app in settings.
OK so you're there's a chance? Because this 12.5.1 version is complete and utter ****. I REALLY want to downgrade. Please help me out here, this version is SO BAD that I have to buy a new phone if the downgrade doesn't work.

In order to use Mi Flash tool, your bootloader has to be unlocked. If you are not familiar with these process, I suggest you to follow this method instead.
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When we update our Xiaomi we run the risk that this new update contains bugs. Although Xiaomi tests each new version before launching it, like any other software there may be undetected errors that spoil our user experience. It is not the first time that an update released by Xiaomi negatively...
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If you are not familiar with recovering phone from brick, decide yourself whether it's worth the risk. Alternatively, you can wait for the next update, which might solve your problem.

Have you tried updating to the latest 12.5.3?
I'm stuck on this crappy 12.5.1 as well but I don't want to unlock anything or wait for the update... So my question is can I use the Mi Tool without unlocking the bootloader?

Spudsicles said:
Have you tried updating to the latest 12.5.3?
I'm stuck on this crappy 12.5.1 as well but I don't want to unlock anything or wait for the update... So my question is can I use the Mi Tool without unlocking the bootloader?
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I have not, because I have not received the update on my device yet. However I don't expect them to fix these god-awful "updates" in the next update, hence I'd rather just downgrade, which I'll probably try to do tomorrow. 12.0.15.0 was absolutely perfect (the version it came with) and I KNEW I shouldn't have updated ((

OSX.Nobody said:
In order to use Mi Flash tool, your bootloader has to be unlocked. If you are not familiar with these process, I suggest you to follow this method instead.
This is how you go back to a previous version of MIUI: revert your Xiaomi a buggy update - Xiaomi News - World Today News
When we update our Xiaomi we run the risk that this new update contains bugs. Although Xiaomi tests each new version before launching it, like any other software there may be undetected errors that spoil our user experience. It is not the first time that an update released by Xiaomi negatively...
www.world-today-news.com
Warning: Someone else stuck in bootloop while tried to use this method. check this
If you are not familiar with recovering phone from brick, decide yourself whether it's worth the risk. Alternatively, you can wait for the next update, which might solve your problem.
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I have another Xiaomi I don't care about which ALSO has the horrible 12.5.1. Since I don't care about this device I'll try downgrading it tomorrow, and if it works I'll do it again with my Redmi Note 10 Pro

I'm really curious about those features you said they remove and why miui 12.5 is so bad, I was just about to update!

Hi! I would also like to know what is wrong with 12.5.1 on the redmi note 10 pro. Mine has 12.0.6 (Russian version I think), and I'm trying my best to figure out how to update it to 12.5.1, but I've read many comments saying it is trash.
Can you tell me your biggest complains? What I don't like about my current version is the 10 seconds always on display, and not being able to select an icon pack for the system launcher. Do you have those features on 12.5.1?

My friend, the uptade to 12.5 did not ad or remove any aplications or funtions.
My be you collect them from any place.

Spudsicles said:
So my question is can I use the Mi Tool without unlocking the bootloader?
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No, installing a Fastboot ROM requires your device to have an unlocked bootloader.

Little Snevil said:
I'm really curious about those features you said they remove and why miui 12.5 is so bad, I was just about to update!
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DON'T update! Here's a list of the worst ones:
1) They REMOVED the progress bar from the media players on the lock screen, so now you CAN'T scroll through music and audio directly from the lock screen.
2) The screen automatically shuts off after 5 seconds after receiving a notification and there's NO WAY to increase it, making it impossible to read more than 1 notification.
3) When swiping/deleting the last notification the notification screen automatically closes REGARDLESS if you had a media player or something else you wanted to check out, so now they're forcing you to open it up again every time you close the last notification.
4) The notification screen now has a non-removable "No notifications" text, as if I needed someone to TELL me that. Completely unnecessary and ugly as crap.
Note that these are NOT bugs, but features, so if you update you're never getting these features back.
I use a smartphone when I work and this crap only makes things harder for me! Downgrading today!
EDIT: These are ONLY my main issues, the whole update is super buggy and laggy ALL AROUND, so be prepared to add aother 100 bugs and glitches to that list!

Are you sure that you had that options before, at last 2 one impossible....

OSX.Nobody said:
In order to use Mi Flash tool, your bootloader has to be unlocked. If you are not familiar with these process, I suggest you to follow this method instead.
This is how you go back to a previous version of MIUI: revert your Xiaomi a buggy update - Xiaomi News - World Today News
When we update our Xiaomi we run the risk that this new update contains bugs. Although Xiaomi tests each new version before launching it, like any other software there may be undetected errors that spoil our user experience. It is not the first time that an update released by Xiaomi negatively...
www.world-today-news.com
Warning: Someone else stuck in bootloop while tried to use this method. check this
If you are not familiar with recovering phone from brick, decide yourself whether it's worth the risk. Alternatively, you can wait for the next update, which might solve your problem.
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1 extremely quick question, which one of these is the correct one?
Thank you!

artembazhanov said:
1 extremely quick question, which one of these is the correct one?
Thank you!
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The recovery rom is for TWRP, fastboot rom is of course fastboot flashing.

artembazhanov said:
1 extremely quick question, which one of these is the correct one?
Thank you!
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Recovery ROM

OSX.Nobody said:
Recovery ROM
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I downloaded the fastboot load because it's easier to install. Great news, I downgraded my Redmi Note 7 without issue and it's working flawlessly! Then I tried unlocking my Note 10 Pro, but it's telling me to wait 168 hours. Can I use it during that time? Because I kind of need to.
Thanks!

artembazhanov said:
I downloaded the fastboot load because it's easier to install.
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I thought you were asking about the method that described in the link I shared, which needs Recovery ROM. If you have unlocked bootloader, you have plenty of possibility.
artembazhanov said:
Can I use it during that time?
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Yes you can. But don't touch any options in Developer settings related to unlocking procedure. Specially do NOT logout Mi Account.
If you are going to unlock, you should try MIUI EU ROM first, It might solve your problem.

OSX.Nobody said:
I thought you were asking about the method that described in the link I shared, which needs Recovery ROM. If you have unlocked bootloader, you have plenty of possibility.
Yes you can. But don't touch any options in Developer settings related to unlocking procedure. Specially do NOT logout Mi Account.
If you are going to unlock, you should try MIUI EU ROM first, It might solve your problem.
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Definitely won't be messing with developer mode any more this week, and yeah, I'm not logging out either. Thanks!
I'm waiting a week before trying anything else. According to xda-developers you have to wait if you want to unlock.

artembazhanov said:
I'm waiting a week before trying anything else. According to xda-developers you have to wait if you want to unlock.
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Sorry I mean after unlocking your bootloader, you should try EU ROM first (before flashing official ROM).