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Mi 8 and NFC

Does Mi 8 Global Version NFC work with GPay (Android Pay)? I'm in the UK.

Good question, does it?

Google Pay won't work with an offical xiaomi rom neither official global stable nor china stable or beta and so on ...
This is due to xiaomi's roms doesnt support google pay in their roms.
You'll need a costum rom that offically support google pay like xiaomi.eu.
I'm using xiaomi.eu beta on my Mi8 and i can confirm it works great with this rom in Germany even with magisk root.

Global beta wont work

I tried to use GPay in Germany with official Global MI8. It seems to work, but my financial institution doesn't support this nice feature

Can someone confirm or not that it will work _safetynet pass_ with global rom and Magisk hide enabled ?

iainmann said:
Does Mi 8 Global Version NFC work with GPay (Android Pay)? I'm in the UK.
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Will be really surprised if it doesn't work. Mi 6 with global ROM works perfectly fine for GPay.
Will try out with a Mi 8 next week for GPay and update you whether it works or not.

Google Pay and nfc both work on the global stable (OEAMIFD) version 9.6.7

ichheisnichsamuel said:
Google Pay and nfc both work on the global stable (OEAMIFD) version 9.6.7
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Which bank card does it work for you?
I get the following error message (Visa -DKB):
Pay could not be activated because the phone was rooted or changed in a similar way

sieg01 said:
Which bank card does it work for you?
I get the following error message (Visa -DKB):
Pay could not be activated because the phone was rooted or changed in a similar way
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I've been using it with a N26/Wirecard Master Card, but forgot to mention my phone is neither rootet nor is the booloader unlocked.

no way to relock bootloader in chinese device with global rom?

there is no chance to get a workaround to relock the bootloader in a chinese device running global rom?

Probably not.... Maybe someone make a hack... but I had Yotaphone and there was option to install RU (global) rom - problem was only with no supporting bands and hacked baseband to partially fix it. But here is the problem... damn bootloader - maybe some one will be able to hack and replace vitaminised bootloader with official ?

Development is still weak, we do not have kernel source code, which is a bit difficult but it should appear in the future.

well someone has found a workaround for the Mi Mix 2S?
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=2943351&page=2#pid27478883

onesky said:
well someone has found a workaround for the Mi Mix 2S?
http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=2943351&page=2#pid27478883
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This is not workaround for the question of the treatd!
I also bought chnina version with global rom and unlocked bootloader
Misled by the seller showing large photo with official global rom, but in description with small lethers:
OS ------------ MIUI, Unlocked Bootloader, Official Global ROM, China Version, Support OTA Update.
(Inquiry is necessary if want to reflash firmware)
I`m still waiting delivery, but after I red what I bought I start looking for solution for relock bootloader with Global Rom. So far, no one manage to make it. As @gugugrp said, we have to wait for solution in future (how long, no one knows).
I have one question too, is it posible OTA Update of the global rom already instaled without locking bootloader?

Hi, why do you want to relock BL with global rom?
I have a CN version with unlocked BL and global rom, but it seems useless to me to lock it, or not?

carlo.esposito said:
Hi, why do you want to relock BL with global rom?
I have a CN version with unlocked BL and global rom, but it seems useless to me to lock it, or not?
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Some apps don`t work at all or don`t work properly or need third party apps to work. Also, if you use the phone as work one, you would prefer OTA update This is my persional opinion of course. If you are about to use custom roms and to play with the phone, it is beter to leave it unlocked.

The problem is not the unlocked bootloader, but the fact that the MiUI 9 stable play store is not sertificated for this deviece... . You also have OTA with the official global and unlocked bootloader.
Sent from my MI 8 using Tapatalk

morfei1 said:
The problem is not the unlocked bootloader, but the fact that the MiUI 9 stable play store is not sertificated for this deviece... . You also have OTA with the official global and unlocked bootloader.
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Google pay does not work with unlocked bootloader for sure (as far as I know). I red some threads for worckaround with third party apps, but....at your own risk. I`m not a dev, just wanted simple phone with OTA update and decently security. If the problem is only in MIUI 9 and when MIUI 10 Global Official comes out fixes this, I`ll be ok, but anyway...would like to know I can lock bootloader with global rom

That would be my exact question in 12 days. Let me know if you know

Same situation for me, using the Chinese Rom instead which allows to lock the bootloader. I will move to the global one when (or if) this could be done...

daniix said:
Same situation for me, using the Chinese Rom instead which allows to lock the bootloader. I will move to the global one when (or if) this could be done...
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I doubt xiaomi will ever rollback on the policy, however if the certification on google play is what u are concerned about, installing an older version of magisk and using the universal magisk patcher can mask the unlocked bootloader

achickennugget said:
I doubt xiaomi will ever rollback on the policy, however if the certification on google play is what u are concerned about, installing an older version of magisk and using the universal magisk patcher can mask the unlocked bootloader
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As I said I am using the chinese ROM to avoid having the bootloader unlocked. Therefore I had to install the google play myself . Inside the google play settings, the play protect certification field says: Device is not certified.
I found somewhere that this is the reason why NFC payments do not work.
Do you think that the trick with the magisk old version will fix this?
Other than this the Chinese ROM version is working perfect!

Xiaomi mi 8 google pay with unlocked bootloader

Hello XDA community,
I've bought a mi 8 on aliexpress, chinese phone, unlocked bootloader, global rom, i want to use google pay, but it doesn"t work. Couldit work with magisk manager? Does it hide also the unlocked bootloader to google? And how cani install magisk manager
Thank you
Luki
Saftynet test is false
**Update**
I installed twrp and last miui 10 from xiaomi.eu
Saftynet test false
Netflix works
Google pay: still not in play store, installed apk, now, when I try to add my card it doesn't say that my handy isn't compatible because root or something else, NOW it says my bank isn't compatible (Raiffeisen) (Italy) , so it's good, thank you, i will update if my bank will support google pay
Luki

The problem is not the bootloader but the play store is not sertificated on the Global. Xiaomi.eu does not have this problem.
Sent from my MI 8 using Tapatalk

morfei1 said:
The problem is not the bootloader but the play store is not sertificated on the Global. Xiaomi.eu does not have this problem.
Sent from my MI 8 using Tapatalk
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Thank you for your awnser
So i have to flash another rom?

I have Cn version with opend bootloader and Global rom. No problem with Google Play Store.

I think he is talking about Google PAY, not google play.
In my case, CN with unlocked bootloader, 8.8.30 Beta Global. Google Pay doesn't work.
Imma trying installing twrp and magisk and tell u later.

Be careful. I got global version of mi 8 + locked bootloader and with MIUI 10 global beta Google pay/play store certificate does not work as well...need to go back to global stable or wait for MIUI 10 global stable.

Inyus said:
I think he is talking about Google PAY, not google play.
In my case, CN with unlocked bootloader, 8.8.30 Beta Global. Google Pay doesn't work.
Imma trying installing twrp and magisk and tell u later.
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thank you very much

krepsz said:
I have Cn version with opend bootloader and Global rom. No problem with Google Play Store.
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Ok, try to install Netflix via play store. Can you? I wasn't been able to do it with global miui 9.5.13.0 and 9.6.1.0.
I'm talking exactly for the play store. Your device is not sertificated, and that's why you have problems with some specific apps like Netflix and Google pay. I was with global miui 9, global beta MiUI 10, and xiaomi.eu 8.8.16/24/30. I know what I'm talking about.
My phone is Chaina version with unlocked bootloader.
I don't have problems with Netflix or Google pay, and my Google play is sertificated with all the xiaomi.eu ROMs I used my phone with.
Imo, Xiaomi.eu is more official than the official global, and it also have better support. Everything is working as it should. The best from the CN and Global + some more tweaks.
It's a big mess with Xiaomi ROMs right now.
Best regards! Take care, since you can brick your phone.
Sent from my MI 8 using Tapatalk

Update
Saftynet test is false
**Update**
I installed twrp and last miui 10 from xiaomi.eu
Saftynet test false
Netflix works
Google pay: still not in play store, installed apk, now, when I try to add my card it doesn't say that my handy isn't compatible because root or something else, NOW it says my bank isn't compatible (Raiffeisen) (Italy) , so it's good, thank you, i will update if my bank will support google pay
And i'm google play certified
Luki

LUKI508 said:
Saftynet test is false
**Update**
I installed twrp and last miui 10 from xiaomi.eu
Saftynet test false
Netflix works
Google pay: still not in play store, installed apk, now, when I try to add my card it doesn't say that my handy isn't compatible because root or something else, NOW it says my bank isn't compatible (Raiffeisen) (Italy) , so it's good, thank you, i will update if my bank will support google pay
And i'm google play certified
Luki
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Everything is working fine with xiaomi.eu rom, if something fail its your fault.
Safety Test is false because its libraries are out of date, try "SafetyNet 'attest' works great and its safe. google pay is also in play store and works fine, i paid two days ago the last time with it.
Maybe google pay isnt rolled out in your region yet?
Even root with magisk doesn't break Google pay or play store certification.

Thank you,
So it's my first post, should i close it?

LUKI508 said:
Saftynet test is false
**Update**
I installed twrp and last miui 10 from xiaomi.eu
Saftynet test false
Netflix works
Google pay: still not in play store, installed apk, now, when I try to add my card it doesn't say that my handy isn't compatible because root or something else, NOW it says my bank isn't compatible (Raiffeisen) (Italy) , so it's good, thank you, i will update if my bank will support google pay
And i'm google play certified
Luki
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Google Pay does not work because of the root, Raiffeisen bank app also. I use Google pay and Raiffeisen bank app in another country with xiaomi.eu 8.8.30 without any problem. You need to hide the root, if you want to use these apps. I can't tell you how to hide the root, I don't use it and I don't need it.

Hide it with magisk manager, and it will work fine

Rooting chinese Mi 8 with unlocked bootloader and global ROM

Last week I purchased a Mi 8 from a mexican version of eBay, and I come from the legendary Mi A1.
I wanna have faith and think the seller did not have any bad intentions when he sold it to me, because it's a chinese version with MIUI 10 global ROM. It obviously has its bootloader unlock.
I'm aware of:
China Mi 8 + GLOBAL ROM + Unlocked booloader = safe
China Mi 8 + China ROM + Locked booloader = safe
China Mi 8 + GLOBAL ROM + Locked booloader = BRICK!​
To keep it short, I wanna be able to use Google Pay and Netflix, so I wanna root my Mi 8. As far as I read, I don't need to flash MIUI.eu, only root and use Magisk tricks.
I downloaded this TWRP: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-8/development/recovery-twrp-3-2-3-1110-t3869729, and another one from a site that I don't remember.
I didn't want to flash it because I don't want to risk bricking it ot bootlooping it. With the Mi A1 I needed to boot into a "temporary" TWRP and then flash the real thing, so I tried the same thing. The TWRPs didn't boot at all. So, is it safe to flash that latest TWRP? If I root and tinker with Magisk, will I be able to bypass Google's certification?

It is safe to flash that recovery. I'm afraid that you might have to decrypt your phone by formating data. Otherwise I really recommend you to flash Xiaomi.eu, it passes SafetyNet and it has less bloatware, you don't even need to flash Magisk. I was on Xiaomi.eu since RN3 MTK as that ROM is originally from my country and it was the best option and I still consider their ROM as one of the best if not the best.
Sent from my MI 8 using Tapatalk

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Dexer125 said:
It is safe to flash that recovery. I'm afraid that you might have to decrypt your phone by formating data. Otherwise I really recommend you to flash Xiaomi.eu, it passes SafetyNet and it has less bloatware, you don't even need to flash Magisk. I was on Xiaomi.eu since RN3 MTK as that ROM is originally from my country and it was the best option and I still consider their ROM as one of the best if not the best.
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So, the TWRP is only flasheable and not bootable? I don't mind the bloatware,as I find it actually useful, except for the Mi theme and app store (which I already uninstalled). Is the EU ROM aat the latest version? The day I got my phone I got the 10.2.1.0 update and installed it normally.
To root I have to do the verity dm thing, right?
Lastly. I only want to root and not flash any other ROM for the time being, because I like to edit root/system/media stuff and some build prop lines for fun. That's what I did with my A1 to entertain myself.
EDIT: The formatting data part is really a bummer. It took me a day to set everything up and I don't wanna do it again.

Fraot said:
So, the TWRP is only flasheable and not bootable? I don't mind the bloatware,as I find it actually useful, except for the Mi theme and app store (which I already uninstalled). Is the EU ROM aat the latest version? The day I got my phone I got the 10.2.1.0 update and installed it normally.
To root I have to do the verity dm thing, right?
Lastly. I only want to root and not flash any other ROM for the time being, because I like to edit root/system/media stuff and some build prop lines for fun. That's what I did with my A1 to entertain myself.
EDIT: The formatting data part is really a bummer. It took me a day to set everything up and I don't wanna do it again.
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You have to flash twrp recovery > reboot to twrp recovery > root device with magisk and then reboot to miui.
Yes eu rom is always updated to latest version!

@Fraot just saw your thread and i am also getting Chinese model. Please suggest me is it safe to buy? and can i install other roms like HavocOS etc.?

ammaralidj said:
@Fraot just saw your thread and i am also getting Chinese model. Please suggest me is it safe to buy? and can i install other roms like HavocOS etc.?
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It's safe. You can install each custom you want. You must remember only one thing. It's not allowed to install global miui and lock bootloader.

mar.ur said:
It's safe. You can install each custom you want. You must remember only one thing. It's not allowed to install global miui and lock bootloader.
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Thank you so much for your reply. This is written in another thread that if the bootloader of chinese model is unlocked than i can install global rom on it.
[emoji3531]from Pakistan

ammaralidj said:
Thank you so much for your reply. This is written in another thread that if the bootloader of chinese model is unlocked than i can install global rom on it.
[emoji3531]from Pakistan
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Yes, you can install whatever you want with unlocked bootloader

Do you recommend buying Mi8 in 2019 and is the android development is good?
[emoji3531]from Pakistan

ammaralidj said:
Do you recommend buying Mi8 in 2019 and is the android development is good?
[emoji3531]from Pakistan
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I am on official LOS 16 and it's very good and stable ROM for Mi8 but other custom roms are good as well. If you can buy Mi 8 much cheaper than Mi9 or k20pro that will be ok. If not I would prefer k20pro (mi 9t pro)

mar.ur said:
I am on official LOS 16 and it's very good and stable ROM for Mi8 but other custom roms are good as well. If you can buy Mi 8 much cheaper than Mi9 or k20pro that will be ok. If not I would prefer k20pro (mi 9t pro)
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K20pro or mi9t pro are very expensive in Pakistan. That's why i am interested in mi8 because of its Amoled and SD845.
[emoji3531]from Pakistan

ammaralidj said:
K20pro or mi9t pro are very expensive in Pakistan. That's why i am interested in mi8 because of its Amoled and SD845.
[emoji3531]from Pakistan
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In that case buy Mi8. It is still very fast and efficient phone. Miui global or Chinese is quite good, custom roms as well. You can enjoy with this phone for not too high price

mar.ur said:
In that case buy Mi8. It is still very fast and efficient phone. Miui global or Chinese is quite good, custom roms as well. You can enjoy with this phone for not too high price
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Now i have two choices
1. Mi8 Chinese 6/128gb
2. Mi8 Global 6/64gb
Which one is worth buying
Btw prices are same
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It depends on what are your preferences. If you will be use any custom rom there is not any reason to pay more for global version. Remember that if you would like to has locked bootloader you can use only chinese miui rom ( Chinese and English language only) on Chinese version.

Question Is it safe to flash EU ROM on Xiaomi Mi 11? Global??

So the EU ROM thread says you have to be on China Rom.
When I got my Xiaomi Mi 11, it's on MIUI 12.0.3.0 Global ROM.
I would like to know if it is safe or alright to flash EU ROM, even if my phone is the global version.
Edit: I bought this phone from Lazada Philippines. The seller says it is the global version.

RebornCheiko said:
So the EU ROM thread says you have to be on China Rom.
When I got my Xiaomi Mi 11, it's on MIUI 12.0.3.0 Global ROM.
I would like to know if it is safe or alright to flash EU ROM, even if my phone is the global version.
Edit: I bought this phone from Lazada Philippines. The seller says it is the global version.
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China model is M2011K2C
Global model is M2011K2G
Check this before.
Do you mean xiaomi.eu by EU ROM?
If so, you can flash them on both devices after the bootloader unlock.

pittrich said:
China model is M2011K2C
Global model is M2011K2G
Check this before.
Do you mean xiaomi.eu by EU ROM?
If so, you can flash them on both devices after the bootloader unlock.
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I checked and it is M2011K2G.
Yes, i meant Xiaomi.Eu EU ROM.

RebornCheiko said:
I checked and it is M2011K2G.
Yes, i meant Xiaomi.Eu EU ROM.
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Okay, it's Global.
Unlock the bootloader and flash the EU Fastboot ROM

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Okay, it's Global.
Unlock the bootloader and flash the EU Fastboot ROM
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Can I continue to use the phone normally while waiting for the bootloader to unlock?

Hi,
I have a M2011K2G.
Flashed EU rom yesterday after unlocked the bootloader without any problem.

philhab said:
Can I continue to use the phone normally while waiting for the bootloader to unlock?
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Yes. Just use it and try again to unlock after the 168 hours. But have in mind: when you do the unlock the whole phone is wiped! So make sure you have a backup of important stuff first.

philhab said:
Can I continue to use the phone normally while waiting for the bootloader to unlock?
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Of course

-JFK- said:
Hi,
I have a M2011K2G.
Flashed EU rom yesterday after unlocked the bootloader without any problem.
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Safety net fails because of cts. Does anyone know any way to fix without rooting?

Sorry maybe a stupid question.. but what is the difference between the global rom and the eu rom??

saidmarroun said:
Sorry maybe a stupid question.. but what is the difference between the global rom and the eu rom??
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Xiaomi EU is debloated, passes Safetynet and Widevine L1 out of box, even if you are rooted. You will have Xiaomi Dialer and contact instead of Google ones. You can have MIUI 12.5 Beta or MIUI 12 Stable.

Azev said:
Xiaomi EU is debloated, passes Safetynet and Widevine L1 out of box, even if you are rooted. You will have Xiaomi Dialer and contact instead of Google ones. You can have MIUI 12.5 Beta or MIUI 12 Stable.
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Thank for explaining..

Hi Azev,
I rooted the xiaomi.eu version but did not pass. I tried 3 times the full process : rom update + root. The 3 times the safetynet failed. What can I do to pass it?

Giova19 said:
Hi Azev,
I rooted the xiaomi.eu version but did not pass. I tried 3 times the full process : rom update + root. The 3 times the safetynet failed. What can I do to pass it?
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Try with Magisk Hide button on settings

I just want to confirm:
"You can install Xiaomi.EU rom on the chinese model (M2011K2C) if the bootloader is unlocked without any problems"
I am asking again because I recently flashed a Xiaomi.EU rom on my Redmi Note 9 pro, and I had to restore it to stock by flashing it through EDL and had to pay $25 for that.
I don't want the same to happen to my newly bought Mi 11

hi there. i have unlocked, flashed eu. everything went great. i am on eu 12.5. i flashed patched boot for magisk, all went great. but how do i pass saftey net.??? is it because i am on beta rom, i also enabled magisk hide

So I tried the terminal with props. I chose Xiaomi Mii 11 fingerprint and rebooted. Still failed

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So I tried the terminal with props. I chose Xiaomi Mii 11 fingerprint and rebooted. Still failed
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If you check directly in Magisk - it doesn't work in the moment. Problem that Google changed the API check. Patch is already work in progress. In the meantime you can check with the app "SafetyNet attest" from Playstore. That shows that safetynet is green

Hey so I checked that app. It was green. So I uninstalled magisk APK. Rebooted. Then I installed canary version of magisk. And passes safetynet.