Hello,
I've bought my Mi 11 Ultra from China and loving it. I've then rooted it and installed the EU fastboot version.
However, I don't like having to worry about Magisk and all the security issues that this process might entail therefore I'd like to ask a very simple question:
is there a way to turn a Chinese version into an official European version?
So basically I would like to just flash it with a EU official fw and then lock the root again so that there would be no difference between a phone bought here. In my simple mind, the only difference between the China version and the EU version is just the firmware, is that correct?
I've read it's dangerous to flash and lock the root again though? Is that true?
Thanks a lot
hympe said:
is there a way to turn a Chinese version into an official European version?
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No.
hympe said:
In my simple mind, the only difference between the China version and the EU version is just the firmware, is that correct?
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No.
hympe said:
I've read it's dangerous to flash and lock the root again? Is that true?
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Yes. Lock bootloader in the way you thought is dangerous.
Ah right, thanks. May I ask why that's not possible? Just out of curiosity. What's the difference between a phone bought here and a phone bought in China and flashed EU? Is it the kernel?
hympe said:
May I ask why that's not possible?
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Designed intentionally.
hympe said:
Hello,
I've bought my Mi 11 Ultra from China and loving it. I've then rooted it and installed the EU fastboot version.
However, I don't like having to worry about Magisk and all the security issues that this process might entail therefore I'd like to ask a very simple question:
is there a way to turn a Chinese version into an official European version?
So basically I would like to just flash it with a EU official fw and then lock the root again so that there would be no difference between a phone bought here. In my simple mind, the only difference between the China version and the EU version is just the firmware, is that correct?
I've read it's dangerous to flash and lock the root again though? Is that true?
Thanks a lot
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You can install the official ROM from EEA (Europe) or Global and use your device normally and you will have no problem and everything will work. You just cannot lock the bootloader again on these ROMs.
Allexsander said:
You can install the official ROM from EEA (Europe) or Global and use your device normally and you will have no problem and everything will work. You just cannot lock the bootloader again on these ROMs.
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yes the problem is that you get security issues with most banking apps so you have to play around with Magisk. And I don't really need the bootloader to be unlocked cause i don't want custom ROMs, but apparently there isn't a solution
hympe said:
Hello,
I've bought my Mi 11 Ultra from China and loving it. I've then rooted it and installed the EU fastboot version.
However, I don't like having to worry about Magisk and all the security issues that this process might entail therefore I'd like to ask a very simple question:
is there a way to turn a Chinese version into an official European version?
So basically I would like to just flash it with a EU official fw and then lock the root again so that there would be no difference between a phone bought here. In my simple mind, the only difference between the China version and the EU version is just the firmware, is that correct?
I've read it's dangerous to flash and lock the root again though? Is that true?
Thanks a lot
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The EU is approved and based on the Chinese version but has the best of all the variants and works on all approved banking apps. Some people say it doesn't but have never tried.
I use the EU and have done for a few phones. I use Gpay, Lloyds Bank and most secure of all, Sky go. You can't even hide sky go using any Magisk hide app, yet it works fine with the EU. Someone said, BDO bank doesn't work, yes it does, just delete the empty twrp folder.
See screenshots of both security and DRM levels on this EU ROM phone. The boot loader stays visually unlocked but it works as if it is locked.
If you have any questions, please message me, I'll tell you straight if you are still worried.
hympe said:
yes the problem is that you get security issues with most banking apps so you have to play around with Magisk. And I don't really need the bootloader to be unlocked cause i don't want custom ROMs, but apparently there isn't a solution
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The unlocked bootloader doesn't give banks problems (at least here I never had), I had a CC9 Pro (CN), I unlocked the bootloader and put the official global ROM and used it normally, I had no problems with the banks. Understand that unlocking the bootloader and root are completely different things.
To my knowledge this is not possible!
While the CN version and the international version share many mobile bands they are not similar and it's not possible to change frequency bands. So the hardware will remain CN whichever ROM you flash....
As mentioned in the posts before you can flash different ROMs but only as long as the Bootloader is unlocked....
All correct, you can only relock the bootloader if you flash the original CN Rom, the one your phone came preinstalled with
Allexsander said:
You can install the official ROM from EEA (Europe) or Global and use your device normally and you will have no problem and everything will work. You just cannot lock the bootloader again on these ROMs.
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Hi Allexsander, the scenario you're mentioning is basically my current setup. I got a chinese version, unlocked the bootloader and installed the official EU rom. All my banking apps and google pay wouldn't work unless i flash Magisk. If you've had a different experience, please let me know
s3axel said:
To my knowledge this is not possible!
While the CN version and the international version share many mobile bands they are not similar and it's not possible to change frequency bands. So the hardware will remain CN whichever ROM you flash....
As mentioned in the posts before you can flash different ROMs but only as long as the Bootloader is unlocked....
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xNAPx said:
All correct, you can only relock the bootloader if you flash the original CN Rom, the one your phone came preinstalled with
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thanks guys, so basically the only option here is to have Magisk. No Magisk, no chance of using a CN version properly in Europe
Unfortunately nope, but I don't get what's wrong with using magisk
hympe said:
Hi Allexsander, the scenario you're mentioning is basically my current setup. I got a chinese version, unlocked the bootloader and installed the official EU rom. All my banking apps and google pay wouldn't work unless i flash Magisk. If you've had a different experience, please let me know
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What didn't work? Gpay and banking apps all work on EU ROM. Did you set your wallet to Gpay and HCE? What Bank apps are not working!
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Unfortunately nope, but I don't get what's wrong with using magisk
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absolutely nothing to be honest. Just that Magisk has suddenly broken and my google pay isn't working anymore. SafetyNet has started failing
Sathelp said:
What didn't work? Gpay and banking apps all work on EU ROM. Did you set your wallet to Gpay and HCE? What Bank apps are not working!
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they weren't working as soon as i flashed with EU rom and installed the apps. I had to use Magisk to get them to run properly. Although now google pay no longer works
what's broken with magisk if I may?
hympe said:
Hi Allexsander, the scenario you're mentioning is basically my current setup. I got a chinese version, unlocked the bootloader and installed the official EU rom. All my banking apps and google pay wouldn't work unless i flash Magisk. If you've had a different experience, please let me know
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Are you using the Official Global ROM (EEA) or Xiaomi.eu? Here I'm using the Global version and everything works, I just unlocked the bootloader and installed the Global version.
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what's broken with magisk if I may?
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Well basically this. It was working fine, then had to reinstall everything but still Google pay won't work. All other apps do though
Allexsander said:
Are you using the Official Global ROM (EEA) or Xiaomi.eu? Here I'm using the Global version and everything works, I just unlocked the bootloader and installed the Global version.
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Yes I'm using EU downloaded from the official website. Maybe I should try the global version?
Related
i am looking to purchase mi 9 once it is released in china, but how long does it take for the MIUI 10 global rom available to download?
Think twice before buying a Chinese MI9.
https://www.xda-developers.com/flash-miui-global-locked-bootloader-xiaomi-brick/
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Think twice before buying a Chinese MI9.
https://www.xda-developers.com/flash-miui-global-locked-bootloader-xiaomi-brick/
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This just means you have to have a unlocked bootloader, you cannot lock the bootloader once flashing Global on to Chinese & vice versa
Quote from the article you linked:- "If you have an unlocked bootloader, you can safely flash out-of-region MIUI versions using TWRP, fastboot, or the MiFlash tool."
You just can't relock on a out-of-region ROM anymore
I have the same question as OP. Really looking forward to this one. Looks like it's going to be a really affordable device for the specs it offers but I would like to know how long it usually takes for global roms to be published.
I might wait until there's a stable global rom available.
Well the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 was released 11th November & the Global ROM was available on the 21st December I believe, based of that I'd say maybe a month give or take
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
This just means you have to have a unlocked bootloader, you cannot lock the bootloader once flashing Global on to Chinese & vice versa
Quote from the article you linked:- "If you have an unlocked bootloader, you can safely flash out-of-region MIUI versions using TWRP, fastboot, or the MiFlash tool."
You just can't relock on a out-of-region ROM anymore
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i am new to this, where can a get a unlocked bootloader for mi9 ?
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
This just means you have to have a unlocked bootloader, you cannot lock the bootloader once flashing Global on to Chinese & vice versa
Quote from the article you linked:- "If you have an unlocked bootloader, you can safely flash out-of-region MIUI versions using TWRP, fastboot, or the MiFlash tool."
You just can't relock on a out-of-region ROM anymore
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if not installed the gobal rom, the mi 9 still has english language, so what is the big difference between china and global rom . its still usable while bring it back to U.S , right?
samuelpc said:
if not installed the gobal rom, the mi 9 still has english language, so what is the big difference between china and global rom . its still usable while bring it back to U.S , right?
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On the Global ROM there is less bloatware, & it includes Google Apps, if you have Chinese ROM you get no Google Apps, also the AI button will be Chinese AI & not Google Assistant.
There's probably a few other differences I'm missing too..
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On the Global ROM there is less bloatware, & it includes Google Apps, if you have Chinese ROM you get no Google Apps, also the AI button will be Chinese AI & not Google Assistant.
There's probably a few other differences I'm missing too..
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can i install the google play myself and set default applications to google chrome, google map ...etc.
and for the AI button, i could change that button designated to other apps , right ?
samuelpc said:
can i install the google play myself and set default applications to google chrome, google map ...etc.
and for the AI button, i could change that button designated to other apps , right ?
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I'm pretty sure you can install all the Google stuff on the Chinese ROM yes, however I'd definitely look in to it first if I where you, also I'm not sure if the AI button can be remapped
https://forum.xda-developers.com/Mi-9/how-to/xiaomi-mi-9-official-miui-rom-available-t3904475
I pre-ordered from Giztop.
They contacted me saying they have the Chinese version in stock and will install Google play on the phone before shipping out.
I'm in the US.
If I go this route, can I convert to the global edition using the global rom at some point?
I'll just have to keep the bootloader unlocked?
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/Mi-9/how-to/xiaomi-mi-9-official-miui-rom-available-t3904475
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I m new to this,. So does it mean that once unlock the bootloader I can install global miui ROM?
Everything I have read says yes. Chances are though in the near future we will see some really good custom ROMS for the phone so you may end up not even wanting to go with the stock global ROM once its out. At least that is my thinking and what I plan to do down the road.
anandlal said:
I pre-ordered from Giztop.
They contacted me saying they have the Chinese version in stock and will install Google play on the phone before shipping out.
I'm in the US.
If I go this route, can I convert to the global edition using the global rom at some point?
I'll just have to keep the bootloader unlocked?
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Just found this, Transparent Mi 9 running MIUI Global
so, let me se if i get this correctly, if i unlock the bootloader, and never lock it again, i should not have any issues if i install the global rom and everything should work perfectly fine?
Rommco05 said:
Yes, exactly how you said
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Thank, so, what are the risks of leaving the bootloader unlocked?
JaxLeo said:
Thank, so, what are the risks of leaving the bootloader unlocked?
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Malicious software, viruses, etc.
If you are careful you should be fine.
Also some software (financial) sometimes doesn'tkke when the bootloader is unlocked.
deleted wrong miui
this show 9 an not 10 sorry
JaxLeo said:
Thank, so, what are the risks of leaving the bootloader unlocked?
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Some banking apps don't work with a unlocked bootloader, also if your device where to be lost or stolen it's easier for the person to access your data or wipe the phone completely to sell it
I have ordered the Explorer version, which is not there yet, come the days. Has anyone experienced what it looks like with a global version, so to install it? with locked bootloader? Am now back to miui for years and have lost something the overview. Will of course open the bootloader, but that always takes a bit
Congratulation for your Explorer Edition.
you can switch from china to global with unlocked bootloader (after 300 hours) but you should not lock the bootloader back after flashing, this will brick your device.
2nd disadvantage of these chinese edition is lack of LTE band 20.
If you are a european user this will have negative impact of your mobile coverage because most of our mobile phone providers use this band.
I would also like to have had the explorer edition but lack of Band 20 isn't a compromise for me.
yes thank you for the info, just hope the Xiaomi not sometime the bootloader still locks permanently.
seems like China version can install global rom via unlocked bootloader.
is there any instruction on how to do so?
also what will happen if bootloader is unlocked? thanks in advance!
Is there any way to install global rom on china version with locked Bootloader? Maybe with XiaoMiTool V2 ?
Bretl2009 said:
Is there any way to install global rom on china version with locked Bootloader? Maybe with XiaoMiTool V2 ?
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No, it will brick and you need service point
klanac8901 said:
No, it will brick and you need service point
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are you sure?
Vihru said:
are you sure?
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Yes, because it's true..
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
Yes, because it's true..
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Yes, go to any Xiaomi subforum and ask, what will happen, when you buy chinese hardware and flash global rom - it will brick.
Thanks for answer.
Next question....If i unlock the BL and flash the global rom (without root), does i get problems with google safetynet check? For example i want to use google pay.
Bretl2009 said:
Thanks for answer.
Next question....If i unlock the BL and flash the global rom (without root), does i get problems with google safetynet check? For example i want to use google pay.
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Google Pay won't work with a unlocked bootloader and no root
Bretl2009 said:
Thanks for answer.
Next question....If i unlock the BL and flash the global rom (without root), does i get problems with google safetynet check? For example i want to use google pay.
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EDIT: as many people pointed out, with some modifications on settings we are now able to use Google Pay.
Oh No so i have no chance to use google pay with China Version and global rom. Damn fail
Bretl2009 said:
Oh No so i have no chance to use google pay with China Version and global rom. Damn fail
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You can flash the xiaomi.eu ROM, which passes safety net.
Ulver said:
You can flash the xiaomi.eu ROM, which passes safety net.
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You mean, unlock BL and flash Xiaomi.eu Rom with fastboot?
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You mean, unlock BL and flash Xiaomi.eu Rom with fastboot?
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I think so. That's what I plan to do
jvs60 said:
I think so. That's what I plan to do
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Did you do it? Works?
TheInfiniteAndroid said:
Google Pay won't work with a unlocked bootloader and no root
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where ever did you hear that? each and every phone i have ever had i have rooted as well as had a fully functioning play store.
xdarkmario said:
where ever did you hear that? each and every phone i have ever had i have rooted as well as had a fully functioning play store.
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They not talking about the play store but google pay (formally known as Android pay) which doesn't work or typically doesn't work if the bootloader is unlocked, but magisk root I believe has a mod to by pass but don't quote me on that I haven't used a xiaomi device before and haven't rooted my phone since I used my old Nexus 6p (which had bootloader unlocked and root with google pay working)(using Huawei mate 10 pro without root)
ArmStrongDickPunch said:
They not talking about the play store but google pay (formally known as Android pay) which doesn't work or typically doesn't work if the bootloader is unlocked, but magisk root I believe has a mod to by pass but don't quote me on that I haven't used a xiaomi device before and haven't rooted my phone since I used my old Nexus 6p (which had bootloader unlocked and root with google pay working)(using Huawei mate 10 pro without root)
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ah yes, some apps like google pay have root detection but magisk now a days have circumvented that now.
Hello guys;
A friend of mine went to mainland China and brought me an Mi 9 Chinese version;
We both are from Brazil, and I'm thinking about keep the Chinese version, is there any major downgrade to stay on it?
I was searching around the forum about to flash the European version, but I found it difficult and I'm so worried about mess everything and brick it.
So, that being said, I'm not a heavy user, I just need it for Android Auto, Spotify, Whatsapp and the banking application (mainly it's important).
What you guys think?
Does it have a very detailed step-by-step from Chinese rom for Global/Europe?
Thanks everybody!
SanderVisions said:
Hello guys;
A friend of mine went to mainland China and brought me an Mi 9 Chinese version;
We both are from Brazil, and I'm thinking about keep the Chinese version, is there any major downgrade to stay on it?
I was searching around the forum about to flash the European version, but I found it difficult and I'm so worried about mess everything and brick it.
So, that being said, I'm not a heavy user, I just need it for Android Auto, Spotify, Whatsapp and the banking application (mainly it's important).
What you guys think?
Does it have a very detailed step-by-step from Chinese rom for Global/Europe?
Thanks everybody!
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I have the same one 8gb ram China phone, I am in UK, first thing my 4g don't work as I need a band 20 (800) of UK networks 4g, but a global rom should sort that out, you need to unlock the bootloader first for that you need to log into your mi account and than keep using the phone for 360 hours than you will be allowed bootloader unlock, if the 4g working? cheers
vtec303 said:
I have the same one 8gb ram China phone, I am in UK, first thing my 4g don't work as I need a band 20 (800) of UK networks 4g, but a global rom should sort that out, you need to unlock the bootloader first for that you need to log into your mi account and than keep using the phone for 360 hours than you will be allowed bootloader unlock, if the 4g working? cheers
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Flashing a Global or any rom will not do anything to your band 20. So far it is not possible to modify the bands on the Mi 9.
@SanderVisions, I have flashed Xiaomi.eu rom without major problem, it is quite easy but you need to unlock bootloader first. I couldn't flash Global rom on my phone but I think it is my mistake (I messed up with the flash tool at first). Anyway, quite satisfied with the Xiaomi.eu so far, at least it is working for me
SanderVisions said:
Hello guys;
A friend of mine went to mainland China and brought me an Mi 9 Chinese version;
We both are from Brazil, and I'm thinking about keep the Chinese version, is there any major downgrade to stay on it?
I was searching around the forum about to flash the European version, but I found it difficult and I'm so worried about mess everything and brick it.
So, that being said, I'm not a heavy user, I just need it for Android Auto, Spotify, Whatsapp and the banking application (mainly it's important).
What you guys think?
Does it have a very detailed step-by-step from Chinese rom for Global/Europe?
Thanks everybody!
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Hi, SanderVisions,
I´m in the same situation. I was in Shanghai 2 weeks ago and buy a chinese 8 gb Mi 9. I´m from Brazil too and my bootloader is 2 days of be unlocked.
When you say "european version" you mean xiaomi.eu ROM or the EEA version of official firmware from xiaomi ?
Because it´s made more sense to flash the GLOBAL version if you want to stay in official firmware.
But, as far as I know, to change to other ROM you need a unlocked bootloader and there are some reports that bank applications can have problems with it. You can´t look the bootloader again, if you change the ROM region
Or maybe this problem is related to the root process.
Maybe someone can give more info about unlocked bootloader/ root and bank applications.
At the moment, I think that I will stay with the chinese firmware some more days/weeks until the developers explore a little more of this great phone.
Thanks
Hello guys, I think I'll be in the chinese version for now, when there's a workaround to make the bank app run in unlocked bootloaders I will change it.
My 4G works with no problems here in Brazil, everything works perfect in this phone, just the bloatware chinese, my only concern if this apps will drain my whole battery.
SanderVisions said:
Hello guys, I think I'll be in the chinese version for now, when there's a workaround to make the bank app run in unlocked bootloaders I will change it.
My 4G works with no problems here in Brazil, everything works perfect in this phone, just the bloatware chinese, my only concern if this apps will drain my whole battery.
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Good thing your 4g is working, someone I know have installed the global rom which sorts out the 4g problem in UK, I am just waiting for the 360 days to be over so that I can unlock bootloader, when you root after bootloader unlocking there is a settings in magisk to hide magisk from apps and if its checked Google pay and other banking apps works but some people still get problems, cheers
this might be helpful,
https://forum.xda-developers.com/Mi-9/how-to/using-mi-9-usa-google-pay-settings-t3925904
I've ordered a 12/256GB version of the phone but have just read from here, post 2 that there may be issues flashing it and it cause a brick.
Anyone succesfully unlocked BL and flashed alternative EU rom or other?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated
BTW mine will have BL unlocked already with global ROM, so that's no issue. Just a bit concerned after reading that guys post!!
I have Chinese version 8/128 (not TE). Unlocked bootloader and flash Xiaomi EU. No serious problem so far.
pramyhoga said:
I have Chinese version 8/128 (not TE). Unlocked bootloader and flash Xiaomi EU. No serious problem so far.
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Thanks, but I'm wondering if there's any issues with the TE! I don't see why there would be over other editions tho, it's just got more storage, everything else is the same. Just worried me a bit that post from the link. Cheers anyway
reg66 said:
I've ordered a 12/256GB version of the phone but have just read from here, post 2 that there may be issues flashing it and it cause a brick.
Anyone succesfully unlocked BL and flashed alternative EU rom or other?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated
BTW mine will have BL unlocked already with global ROM, so that's no issue. Just a bit concerned after reading that guys post!!
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From what I was reading, the problem when you have a chinese version phone with a global ROM you CAN´T lock the bootloader again. If this happens, you´ll have a brick.
But the same applies to all versions,
SDS
mangaba said:
From what I was reading, the problem when you have a chinese version phone with a global ROM you CAN´T lock the bootloader again. If this happens, you´ll have a brick.
But the same applies to all versions,
SDS
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Yeah thanks very much that's all I can tell too. Won't be locking bootloader anyway, so shouldn't be a problem. Or at least I bloody hope so! Cheers
Hi ! I flashed and rooted my 8/256 Go with this tuto and xiaomi.eu's ROM plus the TWRP include in the tuto from the stock Chinese ROM without problem.
The only tricky thing is the Ok Google doesn't work with Xiaomi.eu's ROM. Not a big deal to me, but good to know.
Sorry if this has been asked
Hi this is my 1st ever Xiaomi phone always had Samsung
Love the phone it's mint
I'm confused when it comes to updates and all the different kind of versions to the roms
And reading some comments about ota updates I'm just confused as hell lol
So I'm in UK on Vodafone im
On miui 12.0.2 stable global
How do I get 12.5 update please as it doesn't show for me
Do you have to manually flash all updates ?
How do I know if my bootloader is locked?
How do I safely update /flash phone ?
If I flash phone will that void warranty?
Will my bank apps and Google pay work as I need Google pay ?
What is the best version to flash people and do some roms have better features to use than the 1 I'm already on ?
Sorry for being dumb I'm just scared to do things wrong
Thanks for taking time to read this and if you have spare time to reply and guide me I'd be ever so grateful. Can't imagine ever going back to Samsung I just love this phone
If your phone global is variants
Mi 11 Ultra Global Stable V12.5.2.0
OTA Apply for V12.0.2.0
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.2.0...RKAMIXM-V12.5.2.0.RKAMIXM-7f2669dbe3-11.0.zip
if EEA
Mi 11 Ultra EEA Stable V12.5.3.0
OTA Apply for V12.0.6.0
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.3.0...RKAEUXM-V12.5.3.0.RKAEUXM-4e14bc378f-11.0.zip
Other options try to click 'check for updated' several times,sometimes the updated will appear
Vodafone unfortunately doesn't let you OTA apply to any other firmware. You got to unlock bootloader.
BodgeKunt said:
Sorry if this has been asked
Hi this is my 1st ever Xiaomi phone always had Samsung
Love the phone it's mint
I'm confused when it comes to updates and all the different kind of versions to the roms
And reading some comments about ota updates I'm just confused as hell lol
So I'm in UK on Vodafone im
On miui 12.0.2 stable global
How do I get 12.5 update please as it doesn't show for me
Do you have to manually flash all updates ?
How do I know if my bootloader is locked?
How do I safely update /flash phone ?
If I flash phone will that void warranty?
Will my bank apps and Google pay work as I need Google pay ?
What is the best version to flash people and do some roms have better features to use than the 1 I'm already on ?
Sorry for being dumb I'm just scared to do things wrong
Thanks for taking time to read this and if you have spare time to reply and guide me I'd be ever so grateful. Can't imagine ever going back to Samsung I just love this phone
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Starting from halfway down!
If your phone is new, the bootloader is locked.
How to safely flash? Read the threads on unlocking the bootloader. There is very little risk provided you have learned how to do it (and not much risk even if you don't).
Warranty. I don't know. But you can always reflash stock firmware and relock the bootloader.
Most people who unlock flash Xiaomi.eu ROM. It is what I use. It's based on the Chinese firmware but heavily modified.
Banking apps and google pay work just fine
apd said:
Starting from halfway down!
If your phone is new, the bootloader is locked.
How to safely flash? Read the threads on unlocking the bootloader. There is very little risk provided you have learned how to do it (and not much risk even if you don't).
Warranty. I don't know. But you can always reflash stock firmware and relock the bootloader.
Most people who unlock flash Xiaomi.eu ROM. It is what I use. It's based on the Chinese firmware but heavily modified.
Banking apps and google pay work just fine
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Thank you
bakayaruo said:
If your phone global is variants
Mi 11 Ultra Global Stable V12.5.2.0
OTA Apply for V12.0.2.0
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.2.0...RKAMIXM-V12.5.2.0.RKAMIXM-7f2669dbe3-11.0.zip
if EEA
Mi 11 Ultra EEA Stable V12.5.3.0
OTA Apply for V12.0.6.0
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.3.0...RKAEUXM-V12.5.3.0.RKAEUXM-4e14bc378f-11.0.zip
Other options try to click 'check for updated' several times,sometimes the updated will appear
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Thanks so much
Blubber120 said:
Vodafone unfortunately doesn't let you OTA apply to any other firmware. You got to unlock bootloader.aThnk you
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Blubber120 said:
Vodafone unfortunately doesn't let you OTA apply to any other firmware. You got to unlock bootloader.
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Thanks I will watch some tutorials of how to do this
Trying to unlock bootloader all I get is this in Chinese can anyone help what this error is please
The Vodafone variant 12.5.1 is out now so check it for updates.
chistery said:
The Vodafone variant 12.5.1 is out now so check it for updates.
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Wow thank you I have the update
BodgeKunt said:
Trying to unlock bootloader all I get is this in Chinese can anyone help what this error is please
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why i can understand that there is a situation with find my device and its like apple... you need to unbind this phone in mi account from this account. after hat release from find device app you can unlock it
012345678 said:
why i can understand that there is a situation with find my device and its like apple... you need to unbind this phone in mi account from this account. after hat release from find device app you can unlock it
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Thanks will try that tomorrow
BodgeKunt said:
Thanks will try that tomorrow
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if you dont get it working write me