I need some help, I have Mi 11 Ultra CN version, I unlocked BL and install the Global Rom using fast boot, I enjoyed it, but battery seems to suck.
I installed MIUI EU 12.5.4 and now that I'm trying to update it to EU 12.5.7.0 within the phone, it tells me my internal memory is encrypted. How can i install the update or decrypt my internal memory. It does not allow me to install the update... any help will be appreciated it..
Mr_creeper_98 said:
I need some help, I have Mi 11 Ultra CN version, I unlocked BL and install the Global Rom using fast boot, I enjoyed it, but battery seems to suck.
I installed MIUI EU 12.5.4 and now that I'm trying to update it to EU 12.5.7.0 within the phone, it tells me my internal memory is encrypted. How can i install the update or decrypt my internal memory. It does not allow me to install the update... any help will be appreciated it..
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Remove lock screen security
NOSS8 said:
Remove lock screen security
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I don't have a password, or lock pattern for lock screen..
Mr_creeper_98 said:
I don't have a password, or lock pattern for lock screen..
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You can try with Mi flash (dont relock bootloader)
MIUI EU 12.5.4 not EEA but CN version
Set a lock screen lock, then go to twrp and use it to unlock and decrypt the storage
i was able to install twrp and that did the trick, BTW what's the downsize of installing twrp as my boot recovery... it's been a while since I mess with a phone but now my google messages says network not ready when sending a picture message, but i can received them, if I use the stock message app, I don't have any issues at all
Mr_creeper_98 said:
i was able to install twrp and that did the trick, BTW what's the downsize of installing twrp as my boot recovery... it's been a while since I mess with a phone but now my google messages says network not ready when sending a picture message, but i can received them, if I use the stock message app, I don't have any issues at all
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There is no downsize. You are only replacing stock recovery with a different version. It has no affect on your phone, it's and your own data. It just makes it easier to flash custom or even returning to stock if required as well as other tools offered in the TWRP package.
Mr_creeper_98 said:
i was able to install twrp and that did the trick, BTW what's the downsize of installing twrp as my boot recovery... it's been a while since I mess with a phone but now my google messages says network not ready when sending a picture message, but i can received them, if I use the stock message app, I don't have any issues at all
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can you tell me how you did that?i have the same problem with my mi 11 ultra.CN version ,put the global version on it 12.5.4.0 and cant update to 12.5.7.0 because encrypted internal storage.
im not well known with TWRP.
Try what I wrote in post 3, https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/internal-storage-encrypted.4289325/post-85151561
I don't know what I do wrong but I installed twrp but it said that my phone is not rooted
sheephurther said:
I don't know what I do wrong but I installed twrp but it said that my phone is not rooted
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Give me a couple of hours until I get home and I'll show you how I did it.. I did not root my phone BTW
@sheephurther I used this Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot to install TWRP
https://github.com/Szaki/XiaomiADBFastbootTools/releases/tag/7.0.3
Hope this will help you..
Make sure phone is in ADB Debugging mode.
Thanks.i gonna try later today.i let you know if it worked.
sheephurther said:
I don't know what I do wrong but I installed twrp but it said that my phone is not rooted
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Installing twrp doesn't install root. It just replaces the system recovery. If you really want root, use Magisk but I've not found any reason to root my phone for ages.
I tried today but it doesn't work.
To bad!!I'll try it later on.
sheephurther said:
I tried today but it doesn't work.
To bad!!I'll try it later on.
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Did you try setting a lock screen pin, pattern or pw and then using it to decrypt in TWRP? I'm using 3.5.1 twrp version fine.
sheephurther said:
can you tell me how you did that?i have the same problem with my mi 11 ultra.CN version ,put the global version on it 12.5.4.0 and cant update to 12.5.7.0 because encrypted internal storage.
im not well known with TWRP.
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Change your password to 1234 and try it again
When your get asked to decrypt enter 1234 and press the ok bottom on the bottom right
Is there a film on YouTube that exactly tells how to install Twrp on mi 11 ultra?I tried several but it does not work.how difficult can it be??or maybe I am Tu stupid
I sold a phone yesterday to somebody, doing the full wipe before that. It was on the latest weekly Xiaomi.eu. Now it has this issue. Is it possible that it is the same thing?
Related
As title. I've tried like 5 different TWRP versions linked from all over the Mi 8 forums and none have worked for me. Any and all versions have made the ROM unable to boot, every restart will load recovery instead and I have to flash stock boot to get the ROM to work. Bootloader unlocked, ROM rooted by having Magisk create a patched boot cos every other way also failed.
I'm also looking for it.
ArmedandDangerous said:
As title. I've tried like 5 different TWRP versions linked from all over the Mi 8 forums and none have worked for me. Any and all versions have made the ROM unable to boot, every restart will load recovery instead and I have to flash stock boot to get the ROM to work. Bootloader unlocked, ROM rooted by having Magisk create a patched boot cos every other way also failed.
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Currently https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-8/development/recovery-twrp-3-2-3-0-mi-8-t3837745 this version working but you've to format all of your data then flash your rom. I know its not the standard solution and even I'm waiting for official TWRP for our beloved Mi 8.
You need to choose Format Data first, Reboot again to Recovery, and then flash the DM Verity and Encryption Disabler.
After that, you can go ahead to flash any ROM you like.
mrnannu said:
Currently https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-8/development/recovery-twrp-3-2-3-0-mi-8-t3837745 this version working but you've to format all of your data then flash your rom. I know its not the standard solution and even I'm waiting for official TWRP for our beloved Mi 8.
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Aw man crap, I don't want to wipe my phone againt, bootloader unlock already did it ): I'll wait for a regular version of TWRP then thanks!
motherninja said:
You need to choose Format Data first, Reboot again to Recovery, and then flash the DM Verity and Encryption Disabler.
After that, you can go ahead to flash any ROM you like.
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Thanks! It's more work than I want to deal with now, phone just got wiped from unlocking bootloader, I don't wanna go through another 5 hours of downloading and reinstalling everything.
ArmedandDangerous said:
Aw man crap, I don't want to wipe my phone againt, bootloader unlock already did it ): I'll wait for a regular version of TWRP then thanks!
Thanks! It's more work than I want to deal with now, phone just got wiped from unlocking bootloader, I don't wanna go through another 5 hours of downloading and reinstalling everything.
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Believe me, it worth the efforts! It would be much better than staying with crappy MIUI 10 Global Stable.
Currently, I'm with MIUI EU 10.0.6.0 Stable and I don't want to go back to stock MIUI Stable, just don't forget to install Magisk 17.2 for root access, replace the GPS.conf with your preferred country server URL (I believed it should be Malaysia) - look for a thread by @RainGater for the complete walkthrough - and although it is not necessary, it would be better to edit the default Xiaomi EU build.prop to change the region to match your country (by default it is set to Romania or some EU country, I forgot)
motherninja said:
Believe me, it worth the efforts! It would be much better than staying with crappy MIUI 10 Global Stable.
Currently, I'm with MIUI EU 10.0.6.0 Stable and I don't want to go back to stock MIUI Stable, just don't forget to install Magisk 17.2 for root access, replace the GPS.conf with your preferred country server URL (I believed it should be Malaysia) and although it is not necessary, it would be better to edit the default Xiaomi EU build.prop to change the region to match your country (by default it is set to Romania or some EU country, I forgot)
Here, I uploaded the needed files to my personal Drive account to save your time, those are the files that I use personally for my Mi 8.
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I don't actually have a problem with my ROM. My GPS works fine, and I've already gotten root on my stock Global. Right now in my journey with Android which started with the HTC Desire Z, I don't need a custom ROM, I just need root for the occasional app that needs it I do have root now, but would love TWRP too so I can make full backups. Will check out your links regardless, thanks!
So I am currently on CN 2.27 ROM from NA Global, I am wondering how and if I can update to version 2.30 because Boot Unlocked TWRP Magisk GAPPS Debloated. Does TWRP currently work on the update? I assume upon updating I will lose everything back to stock, but I want to be able to get phone back to current state...because well CN Rom is much better but this device is so finicky if you know what I'm saying.
SuperDroidMe said:
So I am currently on CN 2.27 ROM from NA Global, I am wondering how and if I can update to version 2.30 because Boot Unlocked TWRP Magisk GAPPS Debloated. Does TWRP currently work on the update? I assume upon updating I will lose everything back to stock, but I want to be able to get phone back to current state...because well CN Rom is much better but this device is so finicky if you know what I'm saying.
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I have same question like you, my phone has installed CN 2.27 and TWRP with Magisk. How can I update to CN 2.30 without losing TWRP, Magisk and any other data from my phone? Please some advice me....
kotunmobile said:
I have same question like you, my phone has installed CN 2.27 and TWRP with Magisk. How can I update to CN 2.30 without losing TWRP, Magisk and any other data from my phone? Please some advice me....
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First you have to download 2.27 zip file
Extract it
Flash stock boot and recovery image
And then update to 2.30
After that flash your TWRP and magisk
Just backup ur data with TWRP in case u face any problem
So what exactly do we lose and gain with the CN rom over the EU rom??
Assume CN rom can be set to full English so no Chinese language remains?
Yeah I relocked boot uninstalled Majisk and modules, updated 2.30....then reflashed and installed. Its super smooth and all the game launcher features are great. Totally enjoying this far more than global. Oh and holy crap all the camera features too.
SuperDroidMe said:
Yeah I relocked boot uninstalled Majisk and modules, updated 2.30....then reflashed and installed. Its super smooth and all the game launcher features are great. Totally enjoying this far more than global. Oh and holy crap all the camera features too.
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So you mean TWRP-3.3.1-0528-NUBIA_REDMAGIC3-CN-wzsx150.img and Magisk-v19.3 still working on v2.30 itsn't?
Where can you download the CN rom from?
Do you have a copy on the china rom? It's not on the Nubia site anymore.
Sent from my Note 9 using XDA Labs
kotunmobile said:
So you mean TWRP-3.3.1-0528-NUBIA_REDMAGIC3-CN-wzsx150.img and Magisk-v19.3 still working on v2.30 itsn't?
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Yes everything works, it's best to update cleanly then unlock bootloader, twrp flash, and root. Also if you flash gapps Pico in twrp CTS Profile SafetyNet will not pass....don't fret install Magisk Module Safety Patch by hackintosh5 in Magisk phone will reboot and system will Patch optimize on reboot and it will pass. Allowing full access to playstore and downloads.
Mountainmohawk said:
Do you have a copy on the china rom? It's not on the Nubia site anymore.[/QUOTE
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62
Listen I have NA Global device, the easiest fail proof way to install CN Rom is in stock recovery, wipe data & cache use otg and FAT32 format pen drive to install...you will have no problems. If you decide to go back to Global do the same thing but with Global Rom on pen drive.
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SuperDroidMe said:
Mountainmohawk said:
Do you have a copy on the china rom? It's not on the Nubia site anymore.[/QUOTE
http://ui.nubia.cn/rom/detail/62
Listen I have NA Global device, the easiest fail proof way to install CN Rom is in stock recovery, wipe data & cache use otg and FAT32 format pen drive to install...you will have no problems. If you decide to go back to Global do the same thing but with Global Rom on pen drive.
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If you have a copy, can you upload it somewhere? The download is going incredibly slow and often fails when I try to download it from there.
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SuperDroidMe said:
If you have a copy, can you upload it somewhere? The download is going incredibly slow and often fails when I try to download it from there.
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https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ACIyuB5_aP3flJLHwmZsfCgCWJSDPEOG
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Edit:
SOLVED!!!!
finally figured out the issue, will share just for information as unlikely to happen with anyone else.
When i installed xiaomi.eu, i cannot remember which partition it was installed at, was it slot A or B. and when i flashed back to official rom, i left it by default.
This has messed up my partitions when i was back to official rom. so whenever i update my system, it would just fail all the time because it is over writing the booted partition.
dont know how, and dont ask me how i fixed it, all i can explain is the following:
checked on fastboot the slot and it was A. so i tried to change it to B and it didnt work with all available commands. So, i used TWRP to boot into fastboot slot B and installed fresh ROM 12.5.4. bootloader unlocked just to be safe. then updated and it went through without any issues.
i cannot explain what exactly happened and if what i did was correct and if my theory is correct, but it worked!!!!.
Thanks to everyone contact me and gave me any idea.
Hi All,
"Couldn't update Miui"
"download rom and try updating again"
i have an issue with my device, it all started after i install eu rom and then flashed back original rom and locked bootloader.
i was on 12.5.2 when i unlocked bootloader the first time, and install eu. version. tried it for a week, and it was really bad. so i switched back to original rom 12.5.4 when it was released and locked bootloader, after that, since then, i was not able to update my device to the following roms. i tried the first time 12.5.6 and it didnt go through when device rebooted. as deviced auto restarted for a few times, (it boot to miui logo for 3 sec's then blink green then restart, happens for a few times like 6-10 times) then device reboots back to version before update but really really really slow.
in the begining, i thought it was faulty update, but i found that several people did it successfully,
Then i thought they have their bootloader unlock and 12.5.6 was a beta version, so that was the reason, until stable 12.5.7 showed up. so i've unlocked bootloader and updated, same issue.
Then i thought, maybe 12.5.4 version downloaded is corrupt somehow, so i've installed 12.5.2 and updated, failed again. same result.
all all cases above, i tried locked and unlocked bootloader and i still get green blinking a few times then a very slow version before update.
Anyone familiar with this case? i really need your help.
Your device original rom is?
hungragezone said:
Your device original rom is?
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yes, just going with original global rom, my device is global MI version (global global)
5th try now just failed again. i really need help please.
hassanaliyeh said:
5th try now just failed again. i really need help please.
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I think u should reflash and lock your BL using fastboot method from beginning
hungragezone said:
I think u should reflash and lock your BL using fastboot method from beginning
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the problem is, i did that a few times now. doesnt work.
seems like there is something blocking in the update after reboot.
the error i am getting after every failure is the following:
"Couldn't update Miui"
"download rom and try updating again"
could it be a reason of installing xiaomi.eu using twrp that the partition has changed and caused this problem? just a thought.
Are you trying to install it via the OTA? Because the problem can be the unlocked bootloader
xNAPx said:
Are you trying to install it via the OTA? Because the problem can be the unlocked bootloader
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OTA and local upgrade through the 3 dots. any other way?
btw, just tried again with locked bootloader
Well that's weird. I can push the installation with the 3 dots and everything goes well
xNAPx said:
Well that's weird. I can push the installation with the 3 dots and everything goes well
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How large was your file?
3.2 I think
xNAPx said:
3.2 I think
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Do you have an idea what would be the issue?
Any help would be great
xNAPx said:
3.2 I think
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Where can you download 12.5.6 from ?
hassanaliyeh said:
OTA and local upgrade through the 3 dots. any other way?
btw, just tried again with locked bootloader
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My gf have a unit on global 12.5.4 and it doesn't get ota updates either , very weird
Where did you get the 12.5.6 from?
speedtripler said:
My gf have a unit on global 12.5.4 and it doesn't get ota updates either , very weird
Where did you get the 12.5.6 from?
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here is your 12.5.6
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.6.0.RKAMIXM/miui_STARGlobal_V12.5.6.0.RKAMIXM_e0b20eed12_11.0.zip
could you please report if it goes through? also, is the bootloader locked and device not rooted?
Thanks
hassanaliyeh said:
here is your 12.5.6
https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.5.6.0.RKAMIXM/miui_STARGlobal_V12.5.6.0.RKAMIXM_e0b20eed12_11.0.zip
could you please report if it goes through? also, is the bootloader locked and device not rooted?
Thanks
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Will try flash in 15 minutes and update
Update file seems ok.....
speedtripler said:
Update file seems ok.....
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how will it go? after you finish update
Just randomly I noticed my 2nd sim slot isn't showing any longer. I use 2 sim card in my phone and just randomly I can longer enable it, as if the phone was never a dual sim? the Option in the settings have changed too. I have installed nor updated the phone. Restart or reboot don't help. Thanks
Further more the phone no longer shows any association with SIM 2, no imei, no phone 2 data, etc.As if the phone was a single sim only. Removing, reinstalling, doesn't help the case. Advice welcome please
Evo400 said:
Further more the phone no longer shows any association with SIM 2, no imei, no phone 2 data, etc.As if the phone was a single sim only. Removing, reinstalling, doesn't help the case. Advice welcome please
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Start by updating the rom (13.0.37).
NOSS8 said:
Start by updating the rom (13.0.37).
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would this be the reason? I also noticed that my portable hotspot has appeared in the menu while I was in connection and sharing menu before.
I'll try thr update, just have to figure how not to loose data, im also rooted
Evo400 said:
would this be the reason? I also noticed that my portable hotspot has appeared in the menu while I was in connection and sharing menu before.
I'll try thr update, just have to figure how not to loose data, im also rooted
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Maybe not but the update can solve the problem especially with root.
Update with TWRP(zip rom not fastboot zip) and unroot before.
TWRP https://androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=326460
Is there a possibility to update via fastboot? I dont want to TWRP unless I have to? I tought TWRP wasnt possible on A12? Sorry to bother you but have you any links on TWRP how to?
Evo400 said:
Is there a possibility to update via fastboot? I dont want to TWRP unless I have to? I tought TWRP wasnt possible on A12? Sorry to bother you but have you any links on TWRP how to?
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Now that there is a TWRP the roms are to be flashed with. (link on previous post).
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/install-twrp-for-xiaomi-11t-pro.4398007/post-86472811
The TWRP link you posted for 12 Pro zeus, is this the latest one or I just found another one in the link below from xiaomi eu forums?
https://dl.akr-developers.com/?dir=skkk/TWRP/A12/v5.6_A12
Evo400 said:
The TWRP link you posted for 12 Pro zeus, is this the latest one or I just found another one in the link below from xiaomi eu forums?
https://dl.akr-developers.com/?dir=skkk/TWRP/A12/v5.6_A12
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As you can see it was updated today.
Last question, it seems like magisk no longer works as some people have described and root is hard to achieve via TWRP.
Is your phone rooted on the lastest version of xiaomi eu for 12 Pro? thanks
Evo400 said:
Last question, it seems like magisk no longer works as some people have described and root is hard to achieve via TWRP.
Is your phone rooted on the lastest version of xiaomi eu for 12 Pro? thanks
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Nope,but why rooting?
Xiaomi EU rom have the play store certified without root.
Im not worried about playstore, latest safetynet works fine with all banking and playstore.
Root for me cause of privacy, adaway is a big one, having zero ads on android is a game changer, plus being in full control via xposed is what attracts me to androids.
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Im not worried about playstore, latest safetynet works fine with all banking and playstore.
Root for me cause of privacy, adaway is a big one, having zero ads on android is a game changer, plus being in full control via xposed is what attracts me to androids.
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OK,I understand but try to see if the problem is solved before rooting.
I just reset the phone settings, try swapping cards into my 11T peo ( which works fine) cleared all data , cache and still dont have the dual sim option. What ever has happend as if the phone is a single sim only. And all settings, IMEI, etc only show single slot. The phone hasnt been updated either so its very strange event that lead to removal of the dual SIM.
Unless phone pushed some carrier settings update in the background, I dont know. I will flash again the same 13.0.36 fastboot and see if that helps and then go via twrp option.
Will update here
Update:
TWRP installed and I updated to latest 12 PRO version of 13.0.37
Everything went smooth, but DUAL SIM still not working. The phone is still listing one Sim 1 as if its a single sim phone?
Im speechless
Evo400 said:
Update:
TWRP installed and I updated to latest 12 PRO version of 13.0.37
Everything went smooth, but DUAL SIM still not working. The phone is still listing one Sim 1 as if its a single sim phone?
Im speechless
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Trying to flash a stock rom without re-locking the bootloader.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/flash-tool-guide-use-xiaomi-flash-tool.4262425/
Update:
I did a complete wipe and reinstall of the Xiaomi EU rom and the Dual sim is back working now. Just pain trying to backup and restore, but all working now.
Quite possible a bug in the Xiaomi eu Rom.
Evo400 said:
Update:
I did a complete wipe and reinstall of the Xiaomi EU rom and the Dual sim is back working now. Just pain trying to backup and restore, but all working now.
Quite possible a bug in the Xiaomi eu Rom.
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A bug that you will be the only one to have, moreover no one answered you on Xiaomi eu rom.
By formatting the data everything was cleaned and possibly recreated a partition.
Root +Magisk modules or xposed,etc.. may be the cause.
Hello!
the latest MIUI update I've received, 13.0.17.0.SKFMIXM, is not owrking as good as the one I was using, namely 13.0.16.0.SKFMIXM.
I've found and downloaded the 3.41 GB and something full rom and the OTA update of 266.39 MB.
I've tried with each one the following procedure:
rename the file to update.zip
copy it into the root folder of the phone
tap various time on the miui 13 logo to get the "select update package menu"
...every time it says that can't verify the update package, try via usb.
I was so happy with the 10.0.16.0. what can I do? I fear that a factory restore and a subsequent update will bring it back to 13.0.16.0.
Thank you in advance for the help.
awambawamb said:
Hello!
the latest MIUI update I've received, 13.0.17.0.SKFMIXM, is not owrking as good as the one I was using, namely 13.0.16.0.SKFMIXM.
I've found and downloaded the 3.41 GB and something full rom and the OTA update of 266.39 MB.
I've tried with each one the following procedure:
rename the file to update.zip
copy it into the root folder of the phone
tap various time on the miui 13 logo to get the "select update package menu"
...every time it says that can't verify the update package, try via usb.
I was so happy with the 10.0.16.0. what can I do? I fear that a factory restore and a subsequent update will bring it back to 13.0.16.0.
Thank you in advance for the help.
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Google fastboot flash with PC or recovery flash via custom Recovery.
For both the bootloader has to be unlocked. In my opinion there's no other way to rollback .
I've downloaded the right version (EEA) and now I'm getting the message "impossible to downgrade".
ahahah. this is so stupid.
I had a nice, fully working phone, now it's back to garbage and I can't rollback. starting from the battery usage - now I can't activate the battery saver and the drop down menu is transparent and unreadable unless i turn off the battery saver.
My only option is to navigate a jungle of fake infos and obscure downloads to flash the phone - since there is no clear guide. I might be wrong; if there is a CLEAR guide on how to properly flash a Redmi Note 10 Pro, where can I find it?
Cheers.
A
awambawamb said:
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My only option is to navigate a jungle of fake infos and obscure downloads to flash the phone - since there is no clear guide......
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I advise to search for the right information on XDA and the downloads from Xiaomi servers.
awambawamb said:
I've downloaded the right version (EEA) and now I'm getting the message "impossible to downgrade".
ahahah. this is so stupid.
I had a nice, fully working phone, now it's back to garbage and I can't rollback. starting from the battery usage - now I can't activate the battery saver and the drop down menu is transparent and unreadable unless i turn off the battery saver.
My only option is to navigate a jungle of fake infos and obscure downloads to flash the phone - since there is no clear guide. I might be wrong; if there is a CLEAR guide on how to properly flash a Redmi Note 10 Pro, where can I find it?
Cheers.
A
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Downgrading using the rename trick is not possible now due to OTA validation. But still, downgrading is still possible as long as the bootloader is unlocked (you can re-lock bootloader afterwards btw so no worry about banking apps).
Procedure might be something similar to this:
1. Unlock bootloader
2. Flash any latest OSS ROM (this is just to remove MIUI)
3. Use MiFlash and fastboot method to install old versions (re-lock if you want)
Alternatively, after No.2 you can directly install the old update through custom recovery and just keep bootloader unlocked. Though this means that you'll have to deal with hiding rooting and passing safetynet.
PS: Just to add, Anti-Rollback is not yet enabled for sweet so no worries with getting bricked while downgrading. Just be careful and flash appropriately.
Thanks for the kind reply, @BigChungus321 . Glad to hear that I can still unlock and lock the bootloader! at least for those 6 months of warranty.
Just one thing, in the step you suggested you said:
1. Unlock bootloader2. Flash any latest OSS ROM (this is just to remove MIUI)3. Use MiFlash and fastboot method to install old versions (re-lock if you want)Alternatively, after No.2 you can directly install the old update through custom recovery and just keep bootloader unlocked. Though this means that you'll have to deal with hiding rooting and passing safetynet.Directly installing the old update ( MIUI 13.0.16.0.SKFEUXM ) isn't the same as using MiFlash and fastboot to install the old version, or I am missing a part here?
In this very moment I've made a backup of all the pictures and a list of all the apps installed, to help googling them again later, in preparation for asking the MIUI lords the permit to unlock my device.
Also, I've a friend who has the same phone but it has never been updated; based on my personal experience, if I'd like her to avoid the issues I've found in 13.0.17.0, would it be safe to tell her to manually update the phone with the "select update package menu"?
wow.
I was ready to unlock the phone, but I forgot to unlock the "Mi unlock" in the developer options. So I went there and seems that I cannot unlock: I keep receiving the message "connect to the netwrok and try again".
Am I missing some piece of information here?
awambawamb said:
Directly installing the old update ( MIUI 13.0.16.0.SKFEUXM ) isn't the same as using MiFlash and fastboot to install the old version, or I am missing a part here?
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It is the same but I do encounter people who face anti-rollback error rejecting the downgrade if flashing from MIUI to MIUI. But going from OSS to MIUI, this arb check does not seem to occur.
awambawamb said:
In this very moment I've made a backup of all the pictures and a list of all the apps installed, to help googling them again later, in preparation for asking the MIUI lords the permit to unlock my device.
Also, I've a friend who has the same phone but it has never been updated; based on my personal experience, if I'd like her to avoid the issues I've found in 13.0.17.0, would it be safe to tell her to manually update the phone with the "select update package menu"?
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No clue if that prevents the issue/bug you encounter. I usually just dirty flash the full rom update (not the incremental which is around ~200mb) in recovery and I don't seem to get issue this way, aside from recovery being replaced because dm-verity is getting activated again.
awambawamb said:
wow.
I was ready to unlock the phone, but I forgot to unlock the "Mi unlock" in the developer options. So I went there and seems that I cannot unlock: I keep receiving the message "connect to the netwrok and try again".
Am I missing some piece of information here?
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I've seen many people who have this issue too. Again, no clue how to fix this. Maybe reboot, and just enable mobile data. Try changing sim card or switching sim card slots. Use other Mi Account for unlocking. I did see discussions about how using the same sim card and same Mi account can on a different device can cause this. I still have no clue how to fix this though so sorry. Might be a good idea to use a fresh sim card and mi account if you still encounter it.