Not long ago, Xiaomi began rolling out MIUI 9.5 firmware for branded mobile devices. This action will take place in several waves, in each of which owners of certain phone models will have access to the new build of the operating system. The other day, the latest software was released in the final stable build for the first mobile devices, but their owners immediately encountered problems.
When every owner of a Xiaomi smartphone, including the flagship models Mi MIX 2 and Mi 6, encountered problems after installing MIUI 9.5, he believed that some installed third-party software on the mobile device was to blame, as is often the case. One of the users was so fed up with the problems with the phone that he decided to first reset it to factory settings, and then, when this did not help, completely reflash it.
However, this did not give any results at all, so he created a topic on the Xiaomi forum, in which everyone else then began to unsubscribe. As it turned out, MIUI 9.5 firmware disrupts the operation of absolutely all Xiaomi smartphones. The Chinese corporation has already acknowledged the existence of a number of problems and talked about how they can all be solved, because they arise due to one single irritating factor.
Owners of smartphones that have been updated to MIUI 9.5 are complaining about big problems with displaying notifications and messages in WeChat, as well as, some, about rapid battery drain and strong heating of the mobile device. Xiaomi employees confirmed the problem and promised to solve it in the near future, but for now the only way to get rid of it is to temporarily disable two services: Google Framework and Google Mobile Services.
Owners of phones based on MIUI 9.5 for the Chinese region need to completely remove all the contents of these two packages, including Gmail, YouTube, Google Play and other services. The problem is a conflict between the firmware and the services of the American corporation Google, which are built into the Android operating system. This is why some phones get very hot, because both software essentially overwrite data after each other. This continues indefinitely as long as the mobile device is running.
Also, some users who installed MIUI 9.5 on their smartphones complain about problems with the alarm clock. It may simply not work at any moment, as if it were not there. This happens, according to Xiaomi, due to the malfunction of the Google Framework and Google Mobile Services, but the Chinese corporation is to blame for this, which it has already admitted. The release of a corrected build of the new firmware is expected in the next few days, because Xiaomi does not like to waste time in such situations.
Previously, specific smartphones and the timing of when they would release MIUI 9.5 became known.
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Phone information: Redmi Note 4 Qualcomm (Snapdragon) Global Version. History of MIUI OS / firmware updates. Initially there was MIUI V8.5.4.0 Stable ROM, Then it was updated to MIUI V9.0.5.0, then to MIUI V9.2.1.0 (Stable), and the latest update is MIUI V9 .2.2.0. (which is strange, because V9.2.2.0 is not on the official website now, either it was removed, or a mobile phone with an MTK processor (although the AIDA64 application confirmed that Qualcomm, Snapdragon), or some kind of left version from The seller has arrived.) Android N - Android 7 (how to see the letter designation of the android version on the phone in the video:) V9.2.2.0 was successful. roll back to V9.0.5.0. Also V9.2.1.0. roll back to V9.0.5.0. Attempts to roll back V9.0.5.0 using the same method. on V9.0.3.0. and V8.5.8.0. ended in failure. Perhaps the method will work for someone with versions to which I was unable to roll back the OS. What was done: 1. First, the recommended “preparatory” actions were carried out, which I advise you to do: 1.1. Save on a computer/laptop/flash drive or other storage device, in the cloud, where it is convenient for you all the necessary data stored in the phone, since everything will be deleted after this manipulation with the firmware.1.2. The phone must be fully or almost fully charged - at least 70% battery charge.1.3. Reset to factory settings Resetting to factory settings is also recommended as a way to roll back to the factory version of the OS or a previous one in some articles and forums, but in my case it did not help. I just deleted all the data and applications I entered and reset the installed phone settings and built-in applications, but the rollback to the factory version or at least to the previous one did not happen. The firmware was still MIUI V9.2.2.0. The recommended method “Installing firmware through “three points” was similarly unsuccessful. After clicking on “Select firmware file”, the installation did not start, the message “Verification error” appeared, sorry, installation of an older version is not allowed. 1.4. Complete clearing of all data in Recovery mode. 2 ways to enter Recovery mode on the device in the instructions from Xiaomi. (Step 3 in the instructions: http://ru.miui.com/a-233.html) Method 1: Go to “Settings”, then - "About phone", select "System update", click on "..." (three dots) in the upper right corner of the screen, select "Reboot to Recovery mode". Method 2: Turn off the phone. Press and hold the "Volume +" button and the button at the same time power supply to enter Recovery mode.If the menu select "Wipe Data" or "Wipe & Reset".2. OS / Firmware. The required MIUI 9.0.5 OS was downloaded from the official (English version) Xiaomi website: http://en.miui.com/download-309.html#468 You can say from the Russian version of the Xiaomi website: http://ru.miui.com /download-309.html#468Instructions for downloading the firmware on the official Xiaomi website in the video at the link: You can download OC MIUI either on a computer/laptop or on a phone, whichever is more convenient. It was more convenient for me to use the phone.3. Connect your phone to your computer/laptop using a USB cable. Via computer. / laptop, find the downloaded firmware file in the phone’s storage and BE SURE TO RENAME AS update. Do not change the file extension (zip). Move the renamed OS file - update to the internal shared storage. Just to the internal shared drive, NOT to a folder (photo attached). 4. Settings for installing firmware. Open "Settings", then - "Advanced settings", - "For developers", - activate "Factory unlock", - select "USB debugging" (this item can be skipped).5. Installing the firmware. The phone will need Internet access. In the “settings” menu, - select “about phone”, - “system update”, - click in the upper right corner on “...”, the so-called “3 dots”, - then click on “select firmware file” and open through Explorer. A list of folders and files located in the internal shared drive will open in Explorer - select the previously renamed firmware file - “update” (the file is displayed with a zip extension). Next, the installation begins. After installation, you will have to configure your phone again with the desired version of MIUI OS. Good luck. Note: The Xiaomi website has instructions on how to install the firmware (gray "Instructions" button next to the green "Download" button). Some of the recommendations were taken by me from it, and some were changed. Check out the method for installing the firmware via Recovery. If the method I indicated does not help you, you may be able to do it through Recovery. My phone doesn’t have the “Install update.zip to System” option, so I couldn’t try this method.http://ru.miui.com/download-309.html#468
Good afternoon Dear reader. Since you have followed this link, it means you have a Xiaomi smartphone in need of an update. It happens that after the next Xiaomi update that was sent to you, the smartphone begins to work inadequately. And to “treat” it, you need to roll back the MIUI update and do the same on the smartphone itself.
When is a rollback required?
We would like to note that rolling back MIUI updates can help solve other glitches of the Xiaomi smartphone. Namely:
- smartphone does not work;
- stops loading;
- unexpectedly requires a password;
- reboots spontaneously;
- System applications do not work.
How can I roll back the MIUI 9 version?
First of all, we need to prepare the gadget for this procedure. It is recommended that you do all of the following steps before you start downgrading to the old version of MIUI.
- First step.
To ensure that your data is not lost, we recommend that you first make a backup copy of it. After all, rolling back updates will lead to their loss, since during this procedure not only the settings are reset, but also all data is cleared.
- Second step.
Try to charge your smartphone as much as possible - the charge level should be above 50%, or even better, closer to 100%.
- Third step.
Reset your device to default settings. To do this, go to “Advanced settings” and select the section with the reset button.
Sometimes this function is actually a rollback. For example, if you purchased a completely new gadget and immediately received updates for it. In this case, you will roll back to the factory firmware version.
- Fourth step.
Using the “Recovery” mode, clear all data from your smartphone. As we remember from the first step, we have already saved them! According to the instructions, in the event of such rollbacks or updates, it is recommended to use this smartphone mode and not third-party applications.
This is done very simply: you need to go to the settings menu “ About the phone", Further " System update" There you will see an icon in the form of three consecutive dots in the upper right corner, which you need to click on. In the drop-down menu there will be an option to reboot " Reboot to Recovery mode».
Types of MIUI firmware
Not everyone knows, but MIUI firmware has different types. And here's how they are divided:
- Stable ROM- the most stable version, which has proven itself well;
- Developer ROM- designed specifically for developers;
- Ported ROM- is an unofficial version of MIUI firmware and is regularly updated for all markets;
- custom firmware based on MIUI - similar to standard ones, but there is no guarantee of updates and versions with bugs fixed;
If you are running the official firmware, unlocking the bootloader may not be necessary!
Unlocking Xiaomi bootloader
Official unlocking is possible only after the company’s consent Xiaomi! To unlock you need to leave a request on the official website MIUI. Confirmation can be received without having a phone number in hand; the wait for a response usually takes from 3 to 10 days.
By filling out the form on the website, you will receive an SMS message, then you can proceed to unlocking. You can always check the status of your application on the company’s website.
After confirmation, to unlock the bootloader just go to the settings " For the developer" and activate the item " Factory unlock«.
Rollback to factory MIUI firmware
Here are detailed instructions for rolling back to the factory firmware:
- Save all data on an SD card or in the cloud in advance!
- Reboot your smartphone into recovery mode, you can do it through the menu with three dots in the system or by turning off the phone and then turning it on while holding the volume button.
- Select " Wipe&Reset" in the menu, then " Wipe Cache" And " Wipe User Data". You can also select " Wipe All Data“if you are sure that there is no important data on the SD card or it is not in the phone at all.
- Reboot into the system after the rollback.
This completes the procedure. Soon the device will complete everything necessary and boot up successfully. The first launch of the updated system will take a little longer than usual, but this is considered normal.
Install the previous version of MIUI
If the download of the required firmware version is completed, you can start rolling back the Xiaomi update. This is done in several steps:
- Step one.
First, we need to connect our smartphone to the PC/laptop. Then change the name of the firmware file to “ update.zip"(we leave the archive extension the same). Now the file can be copied to the smartphone’s memory. We save it in the main drive, and not somewhere else!
- Step two.
We go to the settings to make the necessary changes. We are looking for the tab “ Advanced settings" and in the submenu " Developer Settings» activate the factory bootloader unlock mode.
- Step three.
Let's proceed to the direct installation of the previous version of MIUI:
- Connect to the Internet;
- In the “About phone” tab we find the “Update system” item;
- Find the entrance to the submenu in the form of three dots at the top and click “Select firmware file”;
- Through the browser we go to the shared storage of the smartphone,there we find a pre-downloaded file.
That's it, the system will do the rest itself. We just have to wait out the whole process, waiting for the device to reboot.
When the previous version of MIUI is installed, we will have to restore all the previous settings again. And also restore data that was previously placed on the phone.
Have you received a long-awaited update, but suddenly notice that your smartphone has become much worse? Have the necessary options stopped working? Lots of glitches and slowdowns? This is a fairly common situation, especially with beta versions., and the only way out is return to previous build. Therefore, today we will find out how to roll back the firmware on Xiaomi quickly and safely.
Step 1: Preparatory procedures
If you decide to roll back the MIUI firmware yourself, The stage of preparatory procedures should never be skipped. First, let's figure out exactly what operations will have to be done to flash the firmware.
In fact, there is nothing complicated or special. We need to return the phone to its original state, removing all traces of the new version on it, and then installing the old firmware in the standard way. There are three options: through “Three Dots”, and.
First of all, we charge the mobile device. The optimal amount of charge is 70-90%, otherwise the device may suddenly turn off during the update process, which often leads to bricking.
There are two options to enter utility mode. The first one is the simplest: go to "Settings" and look for the item "System update". There should be three dots in the upper corner, indicating the entrance to the recovery.
If the message “Reboot in Recovery mode” is missing, try another method. Turn off the mobile device, wait about a minute for all processes to stop, and press power and volume up key.
The appropriate message should appear on the screen and various functions presented in tile form. Looking for an option "Wipe Data", since it will completely clean the mobile device in a matter of minutes, thereby preparing it for installing the previous version of MIUI.
Finally, reboot the device and proceed to the next steps.
Step 5: Finding the correct version to install the previous MIUI
It should be understood that a rollback is simply a re-flashing, which uses an older version. Accordingly, you need to find and download this version. Everything here is extremely simple: visit the official MIUI website, find your device and download the file.
En.miui.com/download.html
Be careful! Only firmware designed exclusively for your model will work. For example, the owner of a Redmi 4X smartphone is strictly prohibited from downloading the version developed for Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X.
Of course, there are firmware versions designed for several devices at once, but most often they are installed with great difficulty, and only with the help of special programs.
As soon as the firmware file is downloaded, be sure to rename it to “ update.zip" We do not touch the permission of the archive itself. Next, we again resort to using a USB cable and transfer the shell to the smartphone’s memory.
Step 6: Rollback the update on Xiaomi without root rights
In fact, almost all manipulations with the firmware do not require, but - required condition, only if you are not using Three Points technology.
OTA function is a great option for beginners and users who are unsure of their technical knowledge. But it doesn’t always work. Well, let's try.
Rollback through “Three points” (not 100% option)
Again, you can’t do without "Settings". We visit the section “About phone” – “System update”. On the main screen we see data about the current firmware, for example, MIUI 9, which needs to be rolled back to version 8.
Call up the additional menu using the ellipsis, where we click "Select firmware file". Now, using the built-in system explorer, we indicate the path to the previously downloaded archive.
The system asks for permission to reboot, we agree.
And here an unsolvable problem may arise in the form of an inscription "Unable to upgrade to previous version." It appears because the official update represents a transition to a newer build, and not vice versa. If such a problem arises, we use other options.
Return to old Stable firmware using Developer version
If you don't have superuser rights, this is another option worth trying! If you have a stable version, then do the following (if it is a weekly version, then vice versa):
- Download Developer firmware(look at the update history).
- We install it through the update menu.
- We carry out the initial settings and connect Wi-Fi.
- Download the required one Stable version.
- We install it through the update menu.
- If it works, we rejoice; if not, we move on to the next option.
Rollback via Fastboot and Recovery (almost 100% option)
We have already written about these procedures. You can refer to the detailed instructions provided in the individual articles. But let’s say in advance that you need to install the program, have access to the computer and an unlocked bootloader.
Since these two methods are considered semi-official, the chance of a successful rollback is quite high.
Remember that you carry out all manipulations at your own peril and risk, and in case of incorrect installation, the site administration does not bear any responsibility.
How to properly roll back from MIUI 10 to MIUI 9
Reboot to system. This, in fact, is all actions with recovery.
As you can see, it is possible to roll back the firmware on Xiaomi phones even without using root rights. A fairly large number of methods have been developed, and you will definitely choose the most optimal one for yourself.
Since these manipulations are not very simple, you may have problems and questions. If this is the case, write to us first if there are any problems. We will always help!
You have installed the latest Xiaomi update, which arrived via OTA. After a while, you noticed that your Xiaomi smartphone doesn’t work well after the update and starts to glitch. To return your device to normal operation, you will need to roll back the MIUI update and roll back the Xiaomi update.
For our readers, we have prepared detailed instructions from which you will learn how to roll back the MIUI 9 update and install the previous (old) version of miui.
Rolling back an update without root rights
In what other cases does rolling back the MIUI update help? If your Xiaomi smartphone is updated:
- does not work,
- is not downloading,
- requires a password
- reboots,
- System application is not responding.
Instructions: How to roll back an update on Xiaomi
A detailed step-by-step guide that even a beginner who bought a Xiaomi phone a week ago can handle.
As an example, let's take the most popular phone Xiaomi Redmi Note 4/4X, and specifically its version on the Snapdragon processor. In April 2018, an update to the global stable MIUI 9.5 Stable firmware was released for this model.
It so happened that you installed the update over the air, or the phone itself updated at night via OTA, because “Automatic update” was enabled in the settings. Then, you read. And you also started having some problems with your Xiaomi phone: the battery runs out faster, problems with Wi-Fi, or you simply cannot connect to Wi-Fi, but on the old firmware everything was fine.
How to downgrade MIUI 9 version?
First you need to prepare your phone to install the previous version of the MIUI. It is recommended to do these steps before downgrading the miui version.
Step 1.
We make a backup copy of all important data stored on the phone. Since rolling back a Xiaomi update involves deleting all data and resetting the phone to factory settings.
After flashing, all information will be deleted.
Step 2.
Fully charge your phone! The minimum battery charge is 70%, but it is better if the charge level is 90% or higher.
Step 3.
Reset settings to factory defaults. Go to “Settings” – “Advanced settings” – “Backup and reset”.
Click on “Reset settings”.
In some situations, "Factory reset" is already a rollback method. Since if you just bought a phone and updated, then this way you can roll back to the factory version of the OS.
Let us clarify once again that resetting to factory settings will delete all your data from the phone (contacts, photos, videos, applications, phone settings, etc.). Therefore, it is so important to follow “Step 1” and make a backup copy.
Also, when you need to install firmware via “Three dots”. But after you clicked “Select firmware file”, the installation does not start, but the message “Verification error” appears. Sorry, installation of an older version is not allowed" or "The update downloader could not be verified."
Step 4.
We do a complete data cleanup using Recovery mode. Cleaning in this mode is recommended if you are upgrading to a previous (old) version of MIUI or want to upgrade through one or more firmware versions.
Go to “Settings” – “About phone” – “System update”, in the upper right corner there are three horizontal dots, click on them, and select “Reboot in Recovery mode”.
In the menu that opens, select Wipe Data or Wipe & Reset.
The old MIUI firmware can be found on the official Xiaomi website. Go to the website en.miui.com. Go to the “Downloads” section (for the ru.miui.com domain this is the “Firmware” section).
Find your phone model. In our case, this is Redmi Note 4 Qualcomm Global.
At the moment, the main release is the stable global firmware MIUI 9 – . We need version 9.2.1.0, so click on the “Older versions” tab on the left.
Select and click download. The archive size is 1.3 GB. You can download the archive with firmware to any device, i.e. It doesn’t have to be a phone or laptop.
Note:
Firmware for all Xiaomi models is available on the official website:
- Redmi Note 5A/Prime;
- Redmi 5/5 Plus;
- Redmi Note 5 Pro;
- Redmi 5A;
- Redmi 4/4x;
- Redmi 4 Prime;
- Redmi 3s/Prime.
- Mi Mix;
- Mi Mix 2;
- Mi Max/Prime;
- Mi Max 2.
- Mi 5 / 5s / 5s Plus;
- Mi 6;
- Mi Note 3;
- Mi Note 2.
Installing the previous version of MIUI
After we have downloaded the required firmware version, we can finish rolling back the MIUI update.
Step 1.
We connect the smartphone to the computer via a USB cable. Rename the downloaded firmware file “update.zip”. The name is only in small letters. We do not change the ZIP file extension.
Copy the renamed file with the firmware “update.zip” to the phone’s memory. That is, into the internal shared storage itself, and not into some folder on the phone.
Step 2.
We configure the phone to install the firmware. Open “Settings”. Go to “Advanced settings”.
Click on the “For Developers” item. Move the slider to “Factory Unlock”.
You can skip the “USB Debugging” item.
Step 3.
Let's move on to installing the previous version of MIUI 9.
1. Turn on the Internet.
2. Go to “Settings”.
3. Go to the “About phone” tab.
4. Open “System Update”.
5. Click on the three horizontal dots at the top of the screen and select “Select firmware file.”
6. Use “Explorer”.
7. Click on “Internal shared storage”.
8. Scroll down and select the “update.zip” file.
The smartphone will install the firmware version and reboot.
After installing the previous version of MIUI, you need to set up your phone again and restore all data from a backup.
Dear readers, we hope that you were able to roll back the Xiaomi update. For some Xiaomi phone models, you can install the previous version of MIUI in Recovery mode if the interface has the “Install update.zip to System” item. For other phones, including Redmi Note 4/4x, the 3rd step of installing the firmware is suitable.