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[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] s7eVe90:
Hello guys,

I am new to the forum and a proud owner of Mi 8 /dipper/. I read every post in this tread /and in many others/ and I have two questions:

1. Currently my device is on 8.8.9 so I would like to update to 8.8.16. From settings I check for update and it shows "up to date". My options are that I can download the new rom, transfer it to the phone and from there either hit "choose update package" from settings or flash via twrp. What is the difference between the two choices? I read that if flash via twrp then I need to wipe dalvik/cache, but can I update via os settings and if "yes" do I need then to boot twrp and again wipe dalvik/cache?

2. My device came with unlocked bootloader so I presume it was unlocked with someone else account. If I decide to go china stable/stock for my phone/ and lock the bootloader, then will I apply and wait to unlock it again? If I download Mi unlock and hit "unlock", while the bootloader is unlocked /dont know is it possible/ will my account bind to the device?

Thank you in advance,
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] ermacwins:
Did they fix the notch because when you disable it, you lose quite a few pixels.

An example at 6:45

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[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] DaniloFerracini:
what is the diferrent betwen the chinese rom and the global rom?

I heard that the Chinese camera app is better, is this true? Is there any other difference?

Thk for any help.

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Yes, if the rom is official.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Abraxas29:
Good day, is there a chance to make the phone work on the AAC codec? Does not work when connecting headphones with this codec only SBC
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] PedroCaseiro:
Does this phone have NFC or not? Different listings on the gearbest Xiaomi's page show some with NFC and others without. I don't get it.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
Google pay

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

Sry 4 double post
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Peyal:
Hello,

I have a problem, I tried to root my Xiaomi Mi 8

TWRP 3.2.3 is currently installed.

I tried to install Magisk 17.1, wiped the cache an rebooted.

It got stuck at the boot logo afterwards.

So I flashed the Rom again dirty and it booted.

I also tried to flash Magisk via. the built in Root of TWRP with Version 16.7.

Same problem.

Than I tried to flash Magisk and DM-VERITY AND FORCED ENCRYPTION DISABLER afterwards, but the same situation.

Someone has some Tipps for me ?

Thank you in advance.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Helmut.Hartmann:
Hello Mi 8 Owners,

I'm very interested in buying a mi 8. But I need a information no one can confirm: Has the Phone an Barometer included?

Thx

Helmut
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] degsyw:
Mi 8 explorer

I also have bought the Chinese version but with Google installed, I thought this would mean they would remove all the bloat ware, if I flash to the global (when available) will this remove the bloat ware too.

I also have problem with Google pay not working in store , with security problem so the message says, any ideas and thank you.

degsy
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] SENSEI888:
Not right now. Ok Google command actually doesn't work at all on any phone using MIUI at the moment

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No barometer that I know of.

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Max ISO 3200

Max shutter speed 1/1000s

Global stable 9.6.7.0
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] SENSEI888:
Yes, the phone has NFC
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] naxioths1979:
i have a chinese handset with global rom and unlocket bootloader.just came a miui 10 update can i do it without any problems??
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] m1k3l011:
Seems like Xiaomi doesn't like us to flash the global rom on Chinese devices. I'm writing on the beta of the global miui 10 they realized, got it flashed with out problem on my Chinese dipper, but now on it won't be possible anymore :(

Hope Lynage and others roms start develop official support for all of us! T.T

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I tried and had to flash back the miui 10 8.8.30, the official rom won't work for us anymore (unless you want Chinese version)
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
I have a chinese version with an xiaomi.eu rom, miui 10 10.0.4.0 stable

It works perfectly
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] naxioths1979:
i have chine version with unlocked bootloader and global version 9.6.7.0.

just came an update(ΟΤΑ) to miui 10.0.2.0.OEAMIFH can i do the update without brick problem?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] m1k3l011:
Could you please share the download link of the rom?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] SENSEI888:
Yes, you'll be fine
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/miui-10-stable-release.46190/#post-443218

They would be happy if you could make an account on there forum ;)
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] tzic:
I need a step by step guide on how to root my mi 8 in order to install adway. Anyone?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-twrp-recovery-xiaomi-mi-8/

Then format userdata and install magisk zip
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] tzic:
Thank you very much reply. I would like to ask for more things. Is there a way to hide the nots? Also is there a way to Hide Soft buttons?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
In settings->fullscreen you can hide the notch and change to screen gestures
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] tzic:
I followed the steps, the unlock mi device page led me to download Mi Unlock I followed the steps again and I get a message about 720 hours! Did I do something wrong?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
Have you unlocked your Bootloader?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] tzic:
I followed all steps described here but I ended up with this 720 hours warning. Any ideas on how to get past this?

https://www.teamandroid.com/2018/06/29/xiaomi-mi8-unlock-bootloader/2/
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] m1k3l011:
Does someone knows if it is possible to flash xposed having MIUI 10?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Alexthekiller1993:
Is there any option in MIUI 10 or custom rom that allows me to swipe after i unlock the phone with my face ?

Sometimes i just want to read the notifications on my lockscreen and coming from OnePlus 5T with that feature is a bummer for me even though face unlock is way better on Mi8 .
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] perevers:
Hi. Everytime i recieve mails in my Gmail app IT always show 1 more email on the red dot notification than i have recieved. Anyone know if it is a fault in the muiu software?

Sendt fra min MI 8 med Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] groBmeister:
Hi there! Is there any chance of working nfc & banking apps with unlocked bootloader? Asking because i want to buy chinese version, which is cheaper, and install global rom. Since Xiaomi bricks chinese version with global rom & locked bootloader, i'm a bit worried about this
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] gagp2p:
hello, im since weeks on the same build, china dev, what happened ? no more ota arrive.

https://i.imgur.com/Zpn1Mco.png

https://i.imgur.com/JC3S9KH.png
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] slave2007:
I like SD Maid, but it doesn't work for me. I asked the developer in Play store, but the answer not understand.

. SD Maid - System Cleaning Tool

Your rating:★★★★★

On Xiaomi Mi 8 "Superuser manager didn't respond..." reboot doesn't help. oreo 8.1 rooted, magisk

Answer of Developer :

Fix your root setup, this is not a bug in SD Maid.

How can I it fix, was hat he means under this?

Gesendet von meinem MI 8 mit Tapatalk

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Solved : In SD Maid /Settings /Mount Namespace Mode changed on :" all root sessions use the global mount Namespace."

Gesendet von meinem MI 8 mit Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] DIYTinkerer:
Mi 8 - Version Identification ? Global vs Chinese vs ? English?

I am sure this is a basic question, but I didn't see a obvious list and how to identify them.

What versions of the Mi 8 are being sold as far as Global vs Chinese and is their another? English/North American?

Also how can you identify them easily? Is their multiple models/submodel numbers visible on box/phone or how can you tell the difference easily?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] groBmeister:
chinese version with text in chinese on the package. Global version has a sticker named 'global version'
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] slave200701:
Hallo guys, my question is : is it possible the sound volume down /up on the desktop or message instead of always pressing the button?

Gesendet von meinem MI 8 mit Tapatalk
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] cak.gambus:
Hello, sorry for my bad english, hope all understand what i mean.

I wanna share my problem with my mi8, i just got looping from bootloader to recovery continously, and after entering recovery just got red text "this version of miui cant instal to this device".

Any advices to me how to fix my problem, because my bootloader were locked and i cant flash by miflash, i cant flash twrp..
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] undefined999:
seems like you tried to flash global rom on chinese version and then locked bootloader.

or did you try to flash an older android version?

There are a few threads about this topic here on the forum
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] riz157:
I'm in the UK and interested in knowing if global version mi8 Google play etc works as normal?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] ermacwins:
I've got the Chinese Mi8 and flashed EU ROM and everything is working fine.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] riz157:
How does tap to pay work? NFC
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] ermacwins:
Sorry I don't use that feature
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] krispin:
It is working fine with magisk hide
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] blade_:
audio problem

audio from my headphones with xiaomi type c dongle seems to be low

when i use these headphones to my mp3 player its more than double volume

do you think its the phone?or the dongle?i dont have a second one to try.

Merci
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] tzic:
Sorry for the double post. My 4g reception is awful (compared to my previous phone at the same locations). Any ideas on how to fix this? Anyone else with the same issues?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] ekc_1971:
Ιt works just fine. Global owner version here.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] deanooo:
I've been a lifelong iPhone user until I bought a MiA1 , a fantastic phone especially with Android One . I have now got a Mi8 with 10 Global Rom . It is absolute ****e compared . Is there any way to get rid of this MiMu OS and go with pure Android like my M1A1.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Stoffl_:
Hi,

I got a Mi 8 Global yesterday and it's running MIUI 10.0.3.0 global stable. I'd like to update to global developer 8.11.23 to get the OK Google / Voice Match fix.

Bootloader is still locked - gotta wait 380h to get it unlocked.

Local update via the MIUI updater doesn't & ZIP file doesn't work:

I assume this is because global stable is oreo and the global dev update is pie ?

The other option would be fastboot flash via the XiaomiMiFlash windows utility but that will only work with an unlocked bootloader - correct ?

Are there any other options ?

Thanks in advance. :)

*edit*

nevermind - found it:

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=78155513&postcount=2

Update path is global stable 10.0.3.0 > global dev 8.9.7(last oreo release), then OTA to latest global dev version
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] fallenturtle:
Does the Mi 8 or Mi 8 Pro have an easy way to turn on the flashlight function from the lock screen?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Stoffl_:
Settings \ Additional Settings \ buttons & gestures(or something like that)
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] mahmoudabdou19:
when will android pie come to mi 8 ?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Stoffl_:
It allready has?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] laserbluechic:
Hello, I would like to purchase a Xiaomi Mi 8 from China and have it shipped to use on the Fido network in Canada.

My understanding is in doing this, I will be getting a Chinese phone with a global ROM which means the bootloader will be unlocked. I understand that will cause some restrictions, but I don't know exactly what, other than NFC and Google Pay. Are there other restrictions or apps that I will run into issues with, such as Netflix, Spotify, Pokemon GO, etc.?

Is there anything else I should be aware of when purchasing a phone internationally? I just want to be sure about what I am getting into, before I spend a big chunk of money on a phone.

Thanks all,
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] mansouri:
After upgrading to miui V 10.1.1 the old miui navigation bar style is gone.

How can i have them back?!
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] szilvasi.szilard:
Hi all,

There is an update to magisk v18. I'm on 16.7 has anyone updated yet? Is it safe?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] alidrop241:
Android pie update date ? Please ?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Alex2017Germany:
It has already appeared. Yesterday, I put the region of France on Germany. Since I was offered the update immediately.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Hasamch:
I got update miui 10.1.1.0 on my Mi8 when I try tou download the update after 80 %downloading it starts again from 0 % please help
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] kokal_2k:
Mi 8 Camera MIUI 10.0.3.0 Stable

Hi guys. Just bought mi 8 yesterday and was quite happy with MIUI 9.5 until i updated to 10 and my camera became crappy. I can unlock it in 360 hours or so but is there anyway without unlock/downgrade to fix it ?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Kurz97:
What's currently considered the best ROM from a stability and functionality stand point?

I haven't romed or rooted a phone in years, and for now I don't necessarily see the advantages of doing so considering the phone still has official support. I do not hate MIUI although there are a couple of things I do not like but I'm still unsure of those are enough to start Roming and messing with the device.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] drakko00:
What is the best way to flash 10.1.1 stable if im running 8.12.20 beta if i have locked bootloader
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] lesharodin:
Is it possible to hide notch on miui 10 (10.1.2.0), saw this option on miui9, but after update I cant find it anymore.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] speedngs:
Hi, i use last xiaomi.eu dev rom and in lock screen with pin or pattern i cant press power off button and the menu to power off / restart or airplane mode display, any mode to disable this? Because if i lost or any steal my phone can power off and cant use localize mi cloud mode..
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] speedngs:
Any?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
So.. Does i understand that correct? You want no powerbutton function in lockscreen.. So this is not really usefull.. You can turn the phone off by pressing the powerbutton 10 sec. And this is a necessary feature if the device freezes. And.. If somebody tries ro use your phone it's nearly impossible because it's locked if: you disable usb debugging, but a password in twrp (if it's installed) and connect it via xiaomi cloud
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Oldpurger:
If anyone can help.

All the phones I've had so far they appeared on PC (Windows) as external drives.

So I could easily copy / delete some files.

But although I see phone (like Mi8) in Windows when I click on it there is no drives.

When i connect Mi8 to PC, Microsoft phone assistant pops up and ask me to connect to my MS account.

I don't use any MS service I do not intend to do it.

Drivers are (probably) ok because i can work with command terminal (adb shell) and with Wondershare MobileGo and MiPCSuite.

Some ideas?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LiamIreland:
Recently got a Xiaomi Mi 8 but when my phone is on silent there is no sound when I have an alarm set for a specific time. Anyone know how to fix this ? Want my phone on silent at night but also want the alarm sound to go off to wake me up
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
Put the slider for alarms up
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] gokhans:
Hello, is there any way to use Android Pie's lockdown mode feature on Mi 8? This function disables facial recognition and your phones fingerprint sensor temporarily. But I cannot see any option on MIUI 10.2.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Lord_Finer:
Hello,guys.I have a problem after flashing my phone by MiFlash.My phone is showing only 9 gb of internal memory.Help me please.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] sweez:
Hey eveyone - tried Googling but to no luck:

when I got the phone, I setup a schedule that clears all apps and turns on the battery saver during the night. I don't really remember but I think this was MIUI 9 still (global). Now in MIUI 10 (Global 10.2. Stable 10.2.3.0 (PEAMIXM) I can't seem to find those schedulers in the Settings menu, and all the google searches seem to come up with articles that use some older MIUI settings layout. So I'm wondering if there's any way to turn off/modify those schedules without resetting the phone?

Thanks
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] unknown010690:
may I can unlock bootloader without sim? My MI8(china develop rom 9.3.28) lost imei, and I can't restore it. I try to dial *#*#13491#*#* to enable diag mode but not success
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] gunnered14:
Can i borrow someone mi account that already can unlock bootloader ? I'll give it back as soon as i unlock my bootloader :((
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] mili2110:
Hey guys I have a Mi 8 with TWRP and Xiaomi.eu ROM installed. I want to sell my Mi 8 and want everything stock again (Global Stable ROM, No TWRP, Relock Bootloader etc.) How do I proceed?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] 7mesa:
Hey guys I am new to MIUI & I have some questions !

Can I flash beta rom from the official updater without unlocking bootloader, root & TWRP ?

Will my phone be bricked ?

Will my warranty be void ?

Thanks in advance !
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] dogz85:
Search and install gcam mod, does not need root to install. Just download the apk and install. You will need to allow sideloading permissions. But it should ask for it when you install. Greatly improved camera with hdr+ as found in Google phones.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Dantar0:
Thinking of buying this device only £209 for new 64GB.

1. How much available storage will the user get

2. What's thr support like with miui in terms of updates? Am I better off installing a custom rom like lineage?

3. The battery day to day, what's it like?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] The War Profiteer:
1- About 8-9 GB is for system.

2- Miui updates are available always, even very old devices are still getting updates. They are generally feature updates, but if your hardware doesn't support you aren't getting any Android upgrades.

3- Since miui is highly rescrictive, you can expect to have a nice battery life, but I suggest custom roms. Read my posts in Real Life forum.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Jogg3r:
Hey guys, actually I'm using a s9+ for 1 month now. Got it with a contract for just 470 euro. But this night I got a MI 8 from Amazon WHD for just 170 Euro. So I'm thinking about selling my s9+ for about 400 Euro and using the Mi 8 instead. What would you guys do? Can't decide :mad:. Both phones are great. Tested the Mi 8 few months ago.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] susano'o:
Thinking about buying the device too,some questions if you may?how is multitasking?do apps Keep closings after a while?and I heard something about delayed notifications , issue still there? thank you
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] The War Profiteer:
Multitasking is meh, you might consider using an AOSP ROM if you want a Xiaomi device with no notification issues. Delayed notifications are a result of MIUI's restrictive nature.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] susano'o:
Ok so with 7-8 normal apps like fb,ig,maps , YouTube etc, it can't handle those?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] susano'o:
Help me please.. should I buy this or not?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] The War Profiteer:
It won't really work like that since MIUI will kill them.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] susano'o:
Idk,in the latest speedtests I see,mi 8 seems to handle easily a lot of apps and games without closing anything..I have an honor 10 now that cannot hold open 2 apps at the same time and I want something better
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] IMR707:
In my opinion, multitaaking on MIUI is super awesome. I can play YouTube videos on background while playing some other full screen games and apps at the same times. I tried on several other Android skin and did not find one that does similar thing like in MIUI. I love listening to YouTube on background while playing Mobile Legends lol.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] alidrop241:
Miui 11 global

I didn't get it yet ?

Is there any link for manual update ?

Thanks in advance
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
Hello, you'll have to go to the official Website: https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/miui-11-0-stable-release.52628/

this link is for the stable EU MIUI 11 Rom

cheers
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] alidrop241:
Miui 11 global update news ?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Abouhalima:
Gaming sot

Hello could you please tell me how long could you play games like call of duty mobile on the mi 8 (15% brightness and only WiFi on )from 100 to 0% because I am concerned about the battery . Please could you share your experiences ?does it last more than 4h
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LargePrime:
Bootloader unlocked Mi 8 (no waiting unlock!)

was following the lineage os install instructions from the lineage wiki. I guess I didn't update enough before unlock, as rom threw error in twrp saying something needed updating.

I have fastboot and twrp, but no OS.

what do I flash (specific instructions please!) to update to be able to install lineage?

do i need to worry I unlocked before fully updating rom?

linux machine, if it matters
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] LUKI508:
What do you mean with "something" needs an update? Have you logs?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] DJesri13:
Hello, I'm looking to get the xiaomi mi 8 or 8 pro (undecided) soon. Can someone please tell me the range of all the adjustable camera features in the pro/manual mode? (Shutter speed, ISO, any aperture adjustment if any, etc) thanks
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] kandcnt:
Which version of mi 8 eg mi 8 pro, mi 8, mi 8 lite etc with custom rom can record 4k 60fps with eis?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] launton:
Scroll past pls. Found answer
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] DJesri13:
Sorry for late response, just got lg G8 instead
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] kandcnt:
lg g8 can do 4k 60fps with eis?
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] DJesri13:
Yes, I think so. I don't use it though.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] kandcnt:
it can do 4k60 but cant eis.
[Xiaomi Mi 8 Questions & Answers] Kenorki:
Mi 8 China to Custom roms?

Hello! I recently bought a mi 8 china because it was a steal deal. I, manage to successfully change my mi 8 china rom to the global rom but i am unable to change my rom to pixel experience due to chinese firmware. I manage to Install havoc OS but it stuck in a bootloop. I cant stand using miui haha.