yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] ID64:
It also applies on BT incoming transfers I think
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] eva_d:
Yes, it does.
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] eva_d:
No, I don't use push e-mail. I've set up automatic e-mail checking every 15 minutes once, tough - but I got rid of it for now, as data connection stays open after checking email, which is not quite nice, regarding battery life...
[Tilt, TyTN II, MDA Vario III General] gogol:
Can I charge the battery using my old HTC Magician charger?

It has the same input and output (at least from what I read).

The reason that I want to use the HTC Magician charger because I live in NL (charger has 2 legs) and I bought the Kaiser from UK (charger has 3 legs).
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackdubl:
I find if phone has been sitting, saying OK Google won't do anything unless you turn on screen. If I go to battery and toggle Google Search to not be optimised, then it works all the time. Just a heads up.
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] adrialk:
Any battery impact by disabling optimization for google search?
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jackdubl:
Haven't noticed it being different, and I have looked, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's a little worse. It still has lots of wakelock even optimised. I would try to experiment a little over a week or so except OK Google not working if the phone is sitting pretty much defeats it's purpose. If it is any worse it isn't enough for me to change it back, but I must say the battery line doesn't seem as flat while Dozing as when it's optimised. But as I said, haven't really tested it, just what I may have seen.
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] senthilrameshjv:
And.. did we get any conclusion
[Nexus 5X Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ziki:
Hi,

please, for which app did you disable the optimization? I have already disable "Google app" and does still not work, but I have not a "Google Search" app on my MM6.0.1.

Thanks
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Shivver:
All works perfectly on this ROM ;) Totally recommend it!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Orion58:
SphinX V1d is with trojan... ?

Antivirus tell me that inside the rar archive there is a very dangerous trojan ...
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
hope not. :) what antivirus are you using? My AVIRA with todays definitions says it is clean. What antivirus are you using?

My file from january 4th has 1.084.323.463 bits

[IMG="Avira scan results"]http://chrast.info/xiaomi/avira_test.jpg[/IMG]

Begin scan in 'D:\Data\! Samsung Galaxy S3\XIAOMI\SphinXv1d-Dev_Redmi_Note3_MIUI7-V7.0.22.0_Global_MobileCity.VN.zip'

End of the scan: 8. ledna 2016 17:07

Used time: 00:13 Minute(s)

The scan has been done completely.

0 Scanned directories

29771 Files were scanned

0 Viruses and/or unwanted programs were found

0 Files were classified as suspicious

0 Files were deleted

0 Viruses and unwanted programs were repaired

0 Files were moved to quarantine

0 Files were renamed

0 Files cannot be scanned

29771 Files not concerned

41 Archives were scanned

0 Warnings

0 Notes

But sure as hell, everybody should trust his own antivirus. So for your security, if somebody else downloads the file (google drive says it cannot scan the file because it is too large), run a full scan of the file before use.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laugeek57:
rip Nexus 5 well come RN3

Hello,:)

Work Fine awesome job but I did it with windows 10 system with Win7 impossible error S brom 2004 :mad:

just install driver in files driver...

reboot windows 10

and follow instruction....
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] CDfoshan:
any guide ?

i am newbie ?

i download file ,

open the flash tool

but i have no idea what is it

which to select ?

preloader ? or pick all ?

also select down only ? or firmware upgrade or ?

any guide with image would appreciate !

thank

by the way , i buy this in china (dual sim) is this rom support my version ?

any help would thank

from alwin
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Rab D:
I agree, does not work with my Windows 7 64-bit PC.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laugeek57:
hello bro :)

- Unzip the downloaded file

- Install the 2 driver files in the folder Driver for PC Windows 10 for good job windows 7 I can't install driver's correctly I tested 3 days !!! :crying:

On Flash Tool:

Click "Download Agent" and select file DA_SWSEC.bin

Click "Scatter-loarding", chose Images folder, select file MT6795_Android_scatter.txt

becarefull not selection preloader in the list !!! because bootloop !!!

- Click the "Download" button. This time has not yet plug the cable into the phone!

- Turn off the phone completely, press the Volume down button and plug the cable into See tools start running, give up

Wait for complete flash as image below, you can with draw cable and you have a full Rom for Redmi Note 3

for me my phone ok after this procedure...

I tested rom developer for unlock bootloader not lucky not available sms code 10 days... (peut etre ou peut pas )lol

sorry for my english... je suis Français alors bonne chance l'ami !!!;)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] maciekhtc:
Do I need to backup IMEI? I don't have root access right now, I'm at stock ROM after OTA.

If I flash this ROM with unticked preloader, everything will be fine? I have prepaired enviroment but I'm afraid..

[offtopic] can you tell me why my xiaomi redmi note 3 is able to transmit 2k (or smth similar) video via 'IP Webcam' app? in other apps there is no possibility to record in higher than 1080p :confused:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
I have no idea how to backup IMEI, but i flashed successfully v1c developer and then v1d stable. I have not yet tested the v2a.

The process is easy and smooth, no worries. Once you have installed the drivers on your PC, the rest of it is easy.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] dragXDA123:
thank you for the rom.

I will try it because I was using v1d but after encrypting phone memory (and restarting twice - before that it was working), it ended up in bootloop (and I didn't flash PRELOADER).

Is this one safe to encrypt?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
No idea, i havent give it a try yet. Sticking with V1d.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] lolzas:
how is it possible to flash a rom without unlocking the bootloader? somebody please explain
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laugeek57:
flash with sp tool brother !!! :)

follow insctruction first page link....
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laugeek57:
Flash Dolby Atmos without recovery with Flash Fire apk

Hello,

Good news i tested Flashfire apk for flash Dolby Atmos ;) on RN3

Installation is a bit long do not panic be patient black screen before loading again black and Tadaaa:good:

http://xdaforums.com/android/apps-games/mod-dolby-atmos-t3109446

http://flashfireapk.com/
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Rab D:
Metz! Ah oui, belle ville, le resto sympa specialiste, pommes de terre en robe du champs... (en 2001, bien dit...)

Where in the folder are the drivers for Windows 10?

What does this phrase mean (I know, you copied from Miui site, but I do not understand the English): "plug the cable into See tools start running, give up"?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] maciekhtc:
Use win7 or vista driver.

-plug the cable while holding vol- key

-wait for flash tool to start running

-release the vol- key
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Espresso89:
mobile data problems

Hello guys, I bought Redmi note 3, it came this morning, I installed SphinXv1d rom everything is ok except one thing. I cannot use my mobile data, it works perfect with wifi, but as far as I disable wifi, internet is lost although mobile data is enabled. I have tried everything: reseted APN settings couple of time, turn the airplane mode on and off, restarted the phone few times, installed sphinkXv2a rom and nothing seems to be working. I have tried to test the mobile internet connection and it said that mobile internet is working properly. But when i'm trying to reach the internet with chrome or any other browser with wifi disabled it says "couldn't load this page". Guys do you have any ideas what may cause this problem? P.S. in the right corner of my redmi note 3 it shows my network provider and 4g sign, therefore that makes me think that it connected to the provider properly plus I can make calls and send sms...
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] G.NO_BOYz:
how to install xposed

I'm a new here for miui 7.1! and i don't much about miui, so it is possible to install xposed on miui 7.1!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
First post updated with the latest v2b.

Added installation guide.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] dragXDA123:
can anyone say if Google contacts are synced correctly?

in the previous release (by loxar) I have the option to sync them but, differently than other Google services (Gmail etc.) contacts sync give error.

thanks for any feedback!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
i have had every single rom by loxar (discontinued by now, because he switched phone) and contacts were ok in all of them. The only issue I had was with both google and xiaomi sync causing that new contacts got lost after a short while. Switching off the xiaomi sync for contacts, the issue was solved.

It could be that you need a clean flash.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] dragXDA123:
donm4x thanks for your answer. can you please tell how you switched of xiaomi contacts sync?

The only option I find is to disable Mi Cloud sync but not phone sync.

thank you
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] gg.enzy:
playstore error

can someone help,I can't install anything from playstore .it says error retrieving info

---------- Post added at 04:33 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:26 PM ----------

can someone help,I can't install anything from playstore .it says error retrieving info
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] addutzu:
Can't send SMS

Tried on preinstalled app, google hangouts, google messenger

I can receive but cannot send, and can't find any wrong setting anywhere

Please help
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Okisub:
Have you tried swapping your sim card to the other position in the phone's sim tray? I had the same issue of being able to receive SMS but not send and swapping the card over sorted it.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] MsuatafaKhatab:
Very good rom sot 6 hours. But can add some titles screenshoot,souns,etc

I installed xposed but not supported by gravity moudle
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Doublewise:
Hi, what is the different between miui eu, Chinese dev and official global rom?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] xdadxda:
Hey. New version is up on miui forum. Anyone tried it?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] chandrumylar:
not able to connect rmn3 to flashtool

my rmn3 is not getting detected on flashtool....

i have tried by installing drivers from your guide and also from net but in vain, there doesnt come any yellow or red line in sp flash tool even after holding volume down button for more than ten minutes. i have tried vol down n power button also. please help
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] andrebiscaia:
I got the same problem, and only made it work with the original USB cable from Xiaomi.:p
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] cranio84:
I have solution for your problem but I write only Italian language, quando il redmi note 3 non viene riconosciuto da sp flashtool, bisogna disinstallare i driver installati in precedenza, dopo bisogna disattivare la firma driver nelle impostazioni Windows (per fare questo cercare una guida online, è pieno di guide in inglese) dopo installate nuovamente i driver e riavviate il pc, il redmi note 3 verrà riconosciuto da sp flashtool

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] matbo:
If u want i can translete

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] cranio84:
Yes guy, translate for help all

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] minepo:
error

hello, i have an issue..

i used flashtool v5.1532, and when i choose the scatter file from image folder it said "processing" and then freeze. i cant do anythoing.. i have doownload all roms from this post and this lag still happening. i use win 10 . can someone help me?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] vonuzu:
Always use the flashtool from the rom version you have downloaded. If that don't work, try another computer.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
Settings - Account Mi - Mi Cloud - and there you switch on or off what you want to sync or not.

FIRST POST UPDATED with the newer versions.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] NightFelix:
same question. still reading for solution.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Arc19:
Do I need to root my phone to install this or only unlocking bootloader is enough?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] schmanto:
neither - with the sp-flash tool (that comes with the rom) you can flash it on a regular device. just be careful with the instructions (uncheck bootloader & preloader!)

i've used the quakze 7.2.5 rom for a while now, it's pre-rooted and has great features integrated (also a little bloat..)!

for most other roms (like cm12.1) you'll need an unlocked bootloader and costum recovery
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Arc19:
I have a problem with receiving notifications. Hope this will fix that
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] eddy1:
download links not working

Hi,

I have tried several times but didn't find working download links for 7.2.5 or 7.2.3 by quakze. Can you guys pls help me find working download link for 7.2.5 by quazke? Thanks
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] schmanto:
here you go: http://en.miui.com/thread-236615-1-1.html (this link is also in the OP btw)

you've gotta register and reply on the thread to get the actual download link (i know, stupid policy..)

it's just all the google drive links that don't work anymore.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] afm88:
Hello , where can I find the firmware version 7.2.5.0 Italian without modding , flashable from SPTool ? Thank you
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] PennyKnight:
Prepurchase question.

Does the phone support a mSD Card?

If Yes, what is the max card size?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] motorh3ad:
can someone please tell me, which browser is integrated in the SphinX v2b Final?

thnx in advance....
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
The first post updated, now the link is working for 7.2.5 - only the latest one is working by quakze, it seems that he is deliberately removing older versions.

Ciao, sembra che xiaomi.eu e miui.it facciano solo versioni flashabili con TWRP. Io ho sbloccato, ma non credo valga la pena... Sono poi comunque tornato alla versione moddata da quakze, 6.4.7 del primo post.

In questo LINK sembra invece che venga offerta una versione pulita, global, moddata solo per poter essere flashata anche con SP flashtool.

RN3 No mSD.

RN3Pro (snapdragon): hybrid slot up to 128gb - you loose the second SIM if used for SD.

Ich glaube es war das klasische miui browser. Nichts is gesagt von einem anderen browser, so ich glaube es wird dasselbe browser wie in 7.1.3 official stable. Oder? (PS: wer wird Präsident? :) )
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] motorh3ad:
thnx for info, hab das problem schon gelöst.

präsident hoffentlich van der bellen! :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] tareza:
MI cloud not working

I flashed yesterday this rom successfully.

But,

now Mi Could is not working, do you know a way to fix this pls? I tried re-log reboot ten times nothing. Always I got the msg Mi Cloud has shopped. :confused::confused:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] LorinczG77:
Hi ! In new version there is no Hungarian language. :( 7.2.5
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] agr3ss0r:
one question, i want to flash version 7.2.5 modded but in sp flashtool appears unticked cache, and if i tick it doesnt load any file.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] HafTah:
possible bug if confirmed

Does anyone here have problems with compass after flashing the 7.2.5? my gyro sensor didnt work after i flash my rn3 with 7.2.5 version..any response?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] donm4x:
Added the [ROM] [MTK] Epic Rom Pro 6.5.26 by Jamflux,HombreIlusorio, and MrRaines (MrTomatico) to the first post. It is announced to be the last version of MIUI 7 by MrRaines. No evident bugs, very good performance and battery life. Keyboard from ANDROID N.

EDIT: Added the [MIUI 8] by MrRainers/MrTommatico, very similar to the previous Epic Rom.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] cranio84:
Epic rom and rainerstorm rom are awesome

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] BremFM:
I am installing the miui 8 by MrRainers, on a redmi note 3 whose boot is locked. (non twrp version rom)

I have installed the windows 10 drivers via the link.

I have boot, userdata, cache and system checked, but it is already at 30+ minutes and still has not finished. the phone is connected and the red bar is full. how long will it take??
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] BremFM:
It gave me a time-out error. The bar stood red and did not become yellow. What causes this? Please, need help urgently.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] redmi_3g:
all ppl here already dump this helio phone?

all switch to SD version already coz its more powerful

bye2 old reminote 3 mtk...............rip
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laviniu_c:
this is just too soon for me to switch phones... barely half year old. but yes, looks like that's the only way.... worst purchase ever.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] redmi_3g:
total damage indeed..

btw..sell off ur mediatek..take snappy instead..and then redminotes 4 out.....total damage again and again..its will be never ends
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Jongla:
anybody used the rainstorm pro rom?

is it completely stable as stock?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] dragXDA123:
(Feature request + bug) Device encryption?

In previous versions of this rom there was n option to encrypt the phone.

In this one I can't find it.

It would be extremely useful! :)

+ BUG: Adding a custom launcher to autostart doesn't allow to choose it as default
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] regular_:
Yesterday I installed RaineStorm Pro, everything working smoothly so far (including fingerprint sensor).
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] OdlG26:
same problem. tried XIAOMI.EU MIUI7 v7.2.5 modded, but on flash it says that. drivers seem properly installed, no unknown devices.

Edit: Loxars 7.1.8.0 modded works. No Idea why the other one wouldnt install.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] cranio84:
Epic rom 6.7.14 are released, smiui 6.7.14 are released

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] bruno aguirre morales:
hola gracias por su ayuda
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] cranio84:
Epic 6.7.21 is out

Inviato dal mio Redmi Note 3 utilizzando Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] adielsa:
Source code location

Hey,

Could you put that project source code somewhere? GitHub maybe :confused:

Thanks for the great Rom :laugh:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] titan444:
Can anyone tell me if i would install the miui 7 rom in my meizu mx5 (mediatek 6795), will it be install propery or not??
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] andrea210701:
[Wrong thread
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] titan444:
note 3 rom in meizu mx5

i have meizu mx5 which have mtk6795 processor in it but there are no custom rom developed for it. so i want to ask the developers that whether i could install the xiaomi redmi note 3(mediatek) custom rom or not. will it work or i could brick my device. pls help

It would be great if you could develop custom rom for my device or get me any links where i could find

Thanks in advance
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laviniu_c:
if you have twrp installed and you have backed up everything you could flash the zip. i'm almost certain it will NOT boot but why not try it... even if it fails recovery should still be accessible and you can then restore the backup
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Shree_7474:
how to fix

failed to mount '/factory' (Invalid argument)

in redmi note 3 pro twrp.

plz help me guys
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laviniu_c:
you're asking in the wrong thread, this is for the redmi note 3 mtk...
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] Mr.NeoTrinity:
Hello all Redmi Note 3 MTK user :))

I am learning about the Hennesy (mine is octacore MTK 2 gb of ram)Device to flash with locked Bootloader and stuff like that. It is really difficult because there are a lot of global dev an orgig. chineses Roms in the internet.

So i have a few questions which i want to ask here if you do not mind.....

1. The epic rom from the first post is the latest stable one which is without bloatware and multi language?

2. In the head line of the thread , i read "ROOT" . Does it mean this rom has got root after installing/flashing with the flash tool without unlocking the bootloader?

3. The updates are not comming ota ? I have to make them manualy with flash tool?

4. MIUI8 means allways Android 6 is used/ included?

Thank you for your time an reading :)

Sorry for my grammatical and bad written english.:))

sincerealy :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 [Mediatek] ROMs, Kernels, Reco] laviniu_c:
one at a time,

so 1) epic rom is pretty good (takes stock china rom, adds gapps, removes china, adds languages), another option is the rom from mr anderson aragao (it's a port of the miui global standard to the phone) - i used both, can't really tell which is best, they're both good roms.

2) you should not try to instlal either of them without an unlocked bootloader and a good recovery installed first... or i wouldn't. without twrp you can't take a proper backup of your current rom in case you run into problems. xiaomi.eu comes with root builtin, so yes, the phone should be rooted once that is installed. beware that locked bootloader and root are not the same thing. the rom from anderson does not come with root builtin (like global rom). xiaomi.eu (epic) does as the china rom has builtin root.

3) only the official roms support ota updates. no way around that.

4) miui8 does not mean the phone gets android 6. the mtk is still on lollipop. the miui version is not dependent on the android behind it. there are even some kitkat android phones running miui8.

if you're gonna install epic rom there are newer version on hte miui forum http://en.miui.com/thread-441617-1-1.html or http://en.miui.com/thread-450535-1-1.html and this is the latest from anderson: http://en.miui.com/thread-434265-1-1.html and http://en.miui.com/thread-336480-1-1.html (stables and latest dev rom). beware only epic dev rom has builtin rom!