yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
You just said, it doesn't boot. How on Earth were you able to test social media apps?

Sir please find another thread to spam and another ROM to flash.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
6.6 is the latest update, and it fulfills both your requirements
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Emrul737:
R u seriously joking? in previous version on thouse problem were found but thanks to this version i can't even know what is working

and FYI v6.4 was last know good with just facebook massanger need the headphone to call and it also booted up like any normal rom
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Who are you trying to fool? Your fault if you didn't know how to Flash the Update.

And I warn you the last time for saying "Not testing before releasing". Who on earth are you to say that? You don't have any right to say that. I have tested the build before it was Published Officially, even the Dev himself has also done it.

Enough of your useless and worthless spam reporting Non Existent bugs. Show evident proof, or get ready to be Reported for Attacking on the Dev and Project for Fake news.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] kondev99:
Today I faced very strange issue. I didn't have battery and i was on 6 hours ride and decided to charge it with car charger. First i charged my fathers Samsung galaxy j7 pro and it hadn't had any issues, but when i tried to charge my vince it didn't work. I tried with other charger, other cable, it didn't respond. I thought my charger port is faulty, so decided to wait till i got home. Plugged my original charger and it started charging. Don't know what the problem was.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Rishank:
maybe he wasn't tested before releasing on earth
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Maybe Car Charger stuff is broken. Send Logs so that the issue can be looked into.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Irvan Malik:
Two words: *erased for some reasons*

Ah, I did it again. Sorry, what was that?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
It's better not to do that star thingy on XDA. You don't know how you'd be punished, even for that small and funny thing. It's a Fact, you know;)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Irvan Malik:
I got the bait lol, better cool my head a little.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Emrul737:
Wow you all guys are so helping and the word you guys are using that is proof about where you all came from :) i asked for help and you guys attack me and talking nice words... Ignoring a bug with spam thanks for no help

And please help me how can i show you about that headphone bug? If you can say i will show it to you...if you can't help just ignore, no need to be toxic just be a normal human for once....i will switch to other rom if i have to but i will be a shame to not using this rom anymore
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
>Didn't provide Logs (extremely NECESSARY)

>Insulted the Dev and ROM

>Made incorrect self assumptions of "untested rom"

>Expects help, without providing proper description, yes I mean Logs and methods of reproducing. You're special in yourself for the bugs you encountered.

>Didn't mention mods/kernels/modules etc installed.

>Tries to defend himself, when fault lies within him

This a clear explanation for your question.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Emrul737:
Ok you are right about first 2 things thats why sorry but rest is false accusations...

Now tell me how can i give/share you my logs, i admit I'm not that good like you guys but i can do if you guys show me and i will provide a youtube link that which was helped me on previous v6.5 problem i had to change recovery to twrp which you guys provide and still twrp wasn't enough but that video helped me to install v6.5...and I can't share or tell logs on v6.6 because it won't even boot up maybe it's something else...if i don't get any solution i will google or YouTube like i did on v6.5 but I don't even know what to name the problem on v6.6 because I'm not a developer like you guys just a simple user who likes your rom that's it and you have you be in my shoes to know my feeling about not being able to use the rom anymore
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Wyneg:
Hi!

Root your device, if bugs let you do it, and use aLogCat from playstore, then put it here ;)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Ok stop now.

>All of my points are valid, not false accusations

>You are violating XDA rule 1: Search before posting

>If you'd have done some research, you'd find Orange Fox recovery to be used.

>If you'd search, the first Post in the thread has Link for Taking Logs.

>It's not a Matter of being developer or something, it's called presence of Mind. Just a simple search would have saved you all this time.

Friendly Reminder: Never insult a Work of a Dev, it's done for free, so use it with due respect.

And, Search Before posting.

He can't even boot up the new Update, how'd he root it?:confused:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Emrul737:
Thanks i will share it

and just like i said i fixed my problem on v6.5 with this video on YouTube

https://youtu.be/wed03948gcg

And tell me is this why i can't install v6.6 ?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Wyneg:
You're right, my bad, xD

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Are you using root in 6.5? Magisk modules? Did you try clean flash?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] alpha-cs:
Well, instead downgrading I got this app called Kernel Adiutor and changed the CPU frequency. Now my battery is way better
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] myidealcut:
well i can try myself 6.4 and find out but maybe next week in free time, thats why i asked now so i dont need to do it if dont have call recorder and night light

since you cant answer, its fine
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Rishank:
join telegram for faster response..it will be good for you and us for faster solving the problems..
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
You had that "trustzone verity" error right?

Well if yes, I'm losing my mind right now.

I'll once again say to better go through this thread or atleast search for your problem using the XDA search button.

That error 7 trustzone..... Was a Known issue addressed with Complete solution twice or thrice here. People have found it and fixed it.

Use OrangeFox recovery as well.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] myidealcut:
threads here could be clean if people here just answer what being asked, simple as that. a lot of argument when we think we are lot smarter than idiot whos asking questions
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Actually NO, people need to be taught how to do research themselves. Spoon Feeding was never and will never be promoted.

People tend to become lazy when it comes to searching for their issues. This a part of development in itself. Plus, not giving sufficient proof/logs is a "crime" itself.

Most of them Violate the very first rule of XDA. Since Mods don't warn them, some "idiots" like us try to make those rule breakers aware.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
I guess Andro already dealt with your statement.

It's sad to see people asking for help, I mean why don't you first discover stuff yourself, asking people for favours should always be the last in the list.

And if we start to entertain one guy's request, everybody else will flood it too. So it's better if you guys find solutions yourself first, everything is already discussed in the thread, and if still you weren't able to find anything :

Post the issue here with logs, and mention what you did to solve it and one of us will surely reach out to your issue. :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] davidheis:
Will this ROM pass SafetyNet check? I need banking apps to work. Thanks
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Doomkopf:
Not by default, but with "MagiskHide Props Config" Module, you can install a certified fingerprint and you'll pass SafetyNet. For banking apps to work, it possible that you need to hide the Magisk Manager.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] davidheis:
Thanks for the reply. :)

I wish I could use the rom without having to install Magisk or anything like that. Nowadays I prefer to use roms as is. Not much into rooting these days.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] heartlessPradeep:
Overclocking unsupported

Sir this kernel doesn't support's overclocking via kernel auditor app

I have tried in many roms :crying:

Actually when i try to change minimun cpu frequency it still stays 652 and sometimes changeS its value to 1036 for seconds

I need to overclock device for gaming

Any help try will be thankfull:D
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] albertusac:
use vimb kernel u can crank it up to 2.2
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] sufawi:
try vimb kernel, already o.clock & great battery usage

vimb tele channel : https://t.me/toastingvimb
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Doomkopf:
Off topic, but I wouldn't restrict the use of the lower frequencies :D
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
Can anyone confirm if the new kernel fixes the low Bluetooth call volume issue?

Thanks in advance!

EDIT: checked it myself, BT Call volume is still low. :(
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
Any recommendations for gcam for aex 6.5?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] heartlessPradeep:
Vimb is broken

Bro it is highly bugged for this rom

First thing is, it doesn't shows sd card:laugh:

Second is sound bug if u switch earphone or play on speaker after earphone, u won't recieve sounds:good:

Anyway thanks:p:D
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Doomkopf:
Is it possible you got the 3.18 version from xda?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Yes lol
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] tonystark14:
after last update i have 5 or 6 hours screen time but before the update it was 8-9 hours. Is it about kernel?

thank you
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Nothing changed in kernel, even to the slightest. Use DA 4.9
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Happy birthday brother! [MENTION=8065232]AndroBuddy007[/MENTION]

Your username is really retarded but it's alright
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Omg:)

Thanks for that, I wonder how many times this will happen.:silly:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Doomkopf:
is this update still comming? Dont want to ask for ETA, just wanna know if you still work on it of if it's abandoned ^^
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
I was waiting for Jenkins access.

I got it yesterday, will set it up for vince this weekend, and then you'll get regular updates without any halts!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vnod:
yesss.. some good news after long time..
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AsianXL:
When is the next update coming?

Having some issues with my phone right now with the latest build.

DND mode doesn't work. All pics taken from camera apps are showing green pixelation, the OS crashes randomly, etc.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] NaassomDourado:
you encountered how to fix this?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
DND does work.

Enable Camera2Api.

Change Kernel.

Don't ask "when" is the update coming, never. You'd better delete that statement. It'll arrive when it's time. If you're so impatient, build it yourself.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AsianXL:
Are you OK?

Give the suicide hotline a call.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Irvan Malik:
He's fine.

Just don't ask for ETAs.

It will be there when it's ready.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
I'm fine, but seem (rude × 2).

>You probably didn't read the OP carefully, as if you would have, you'd see that before reporting something "not working" you NEED to give Logs and full details or Mods/Kernels/Modules/Gapps etc you use.

>Again, you didn't follow the T&C in which we have: Asking for ETA(estimated time of Arrival) is considered rude.

So my answer was apt, but you once again behaved rudely.

+ I had answered your questions, even when you didn't provide them in correct format.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
On aex 6.6 i have encountered the following issues:

1. Fingerprint reader stops responding if the screen is off for more than 30mins (I think deep sleep interfering with the sensor), temporary fix is enabling always on display.

2. Parts of touch screen stops working randomly, usually after waking from sleep. Only fix is a restart. Problem is very rare but does happen.

Battery backup is at par with what I was getting in miui.

Also can anyone let me know how to flash a kernel, last time i flashed a kernel the phone went into a bootloop.

Flashing a kernel can remove all my issues.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
1. Doesn't happen on Dark Ages kernel

2. Which FW are you using?

Just download the kernel.zip and flash via Recovery that's all. Why do you think it's different?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
Thanks bro,

I am using the latest weekly beta firmware, the last that was released on the beta rom for rn5.

I will flash dark ages and let you know. Once I flashed another kernel on aex 6.5 and had a bootloop, so maybe I was doing something wrong at that time.

Also if I can get a working tried & tested firmware link it will be helpful.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] fletxa.sv:
Thank you Amulyax for your work.

I have found an issue. GPS is not able to locate. Used High Accuracy, GPS only, battery saving. I have tested with SatStatus and Osmand+.

Anybody can help me?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Mr. Clown:
careful;).

TO ALL: Please stay on topic.

Thank you,
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Thanks for the heads up.

I hope people creating nuisance here do keep in mind that there are moderators here who'll take a legitimate action against them if they continue disrespecting fellow members for no reason at all.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
GPS working flawlessly here, using gmaps no issues.

Also after every rom flash i usually reload A-Gps data. Download "GPS Status" from play store and reload your A-Gps data.

I once had a moto g4 play, gps stopped working in that on stock rom, but this app made it work again, so give it a try.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sai000:
Why cant I install netflix app? Even when I tried to install by apk file. The app still warned me that it doesnt support for my device.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Rishank:
change device fingerprint

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in order to pass safety net
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sai000:
I've already deleted it. But it still doesnt work. What else can I do to solve this problem?

P/s: Im from asian btw. But I set location at US
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
He said Change "Device Fingerprint".

Use Magisk Props Hide Configs module to do so.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Sai000:
Well. tks. But I dont wanna root my device just for using that app.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] droident:
I'm still testing but it would appear that the Vince Global Firmware released recently may have fixed the touchscreen misbehaviour.

Will continue testing but so far it's not missed a keystroke nor frozen up or registered clicks when swiping. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

fw_vince_miui_HM5PlusGlobal V10.2.3.0.OEGMIXM_062f670d34_8.1
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] pinbanman:
Camera issue with v6.6 AOSP

I using the v6.6 and installed Gapps (nano) for pie. When I try to use the stock camera app, it launches but has 3/4 of the image full of green tint.

I tried to search for other gcam modules from arnova, mgc and sanelic, but when I launch, they just exit.

What can I do?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Well we do have a Search button on XDA. When you'd search, you will a term Called Camera2Api.

Well that's a hint for you to search the rest part.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Rishank:
i flashed yesterday 10.2.3.0. i also noticed this
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
With the new firmware and the dark ages kernel my previous issues such as fingerprint reader & touchscreen have been resolved.

If anyone can suggest a gcam for this rom it will be great, almost all 6 series gcam are not saving front camera pictures (night sight works though) and all the 5 series gcams freeze up the shutter button after 4-5 shots, exiting and reopening the app solves the issue
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Gcam issue is a 4.9 Kernel bug.

Use back.rider's Gcam for Nokia 7 Plus. Almost everything works, even normal selfies (hdr disabled).
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
Back.rider gcam working good, only issue is portrait selfie doesn't get saved. But all other things working.

Funny thing is newer kernels are always backwards compatible with the hardware that was supported by earlier kernel. Probably 4.9 is not behaving properly with the firmware.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
As 4.9 was half complete when our devs had to retire.

Yeah Portrait Selfies won't work.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] vshlkmr:
People who dislike MIUI (ADS, Bloatware, etc) but want a stable ASOP should have an option of 3.x ROM, people who like the bleeding edge features should have a 4.x kernel option.

I think one AEX version can be a stable one (based on CAF) which gets updated only when a new android version comes out, and one should be the bleeding edge which gets updates as and when AmulyaX can.

Judging by the popularity of this ROM, it is the most defining rom for RN5. Having a stable pie release will be a benefit for new comers and also many members who might handover their phones to their siblings or family when they upgrade.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
CAF and AEX are two different topics.

AEX is based off AOSP, hence its name.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Rishank:
even pe discontinued caf based roms..aosp based is enough n stable
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Massive Announcement

Hello everyone!

So as I said earlier, I got the Jenkins access for build automation.

I was on it since morning and finally its setted up for vince. So you guys can expect regular builds from now on. Infact, I have already deployed a build so expect an OTA tonight.

Also, a good news, [MENTION=8065232]AndroBuddy007[/MENTION] is now Co-maintainer for Vince: https://downloads.aospextended.com/vince

Along with that he is a contributor in this thread, along with the moderator job he always has been doing perfectly. So feel free to tag him along with me whenever you have issue with a fellow member or the build itself.

Cheers. :)
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] BigMango:
Many thanks to you, androbuddy, and the rest of the team.

Great rom!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Thanks [MENTION=6409818]AmulyaX[/MENTION] for considering me worthy enough for the posts you assigned!

I will make sure to keep the Users happy just like you do. We shall never forget what you did for Vince as well as the Community.

Cheers!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Wyneg:
Congrats, you deserve this!!!!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Bi0haZarD:
Bro you're still contributing to the vince community while not even having the device..hats off to you!! and also giving AndroBuddy Co-maintainership?? well done!!! :good: :good: :good:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
Also, we need new members in our AEX closed BETA testing team. Please ping me here on XDA if you want to join!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
AospExtended v6.6​

Changelog

-Merged July Security patch (r44)

-Fixed issue with USB tethering

-Systemui: Name cellular tile based on carrier

-Systemui: Enable/fix QS detail view & adapt to pie

-SystemUi: Fix several layout bugs

-Launcher3: Use a buttom margin when software navigation bar is not in use

-Launcher3: Set search type based on GSA.

-Added Volte icon from oos

-Decrease padding for status bar icon

-Fix clock/statusbar padding issue

-Seek bar improvement

-Allow pixel 3 live wallpaper to work in ambient display

-Animate change in time of Q clock

-Added 3 new font - Nokia pure, alegreya SansSc, Android Q's Source sans pro

-Switch to Los Privacy guard for P

-Bring back to Night light and removed live display temperature

-Fix crashes with few music players such as Gaana

-Set delay for screenshot shortcut to 0

-Fixed install button on updater app(can be installed via updater now)

-Fixed issues with substratum(included correct substratum signature key, no need to install it manually)

-Refactored volte icon toggle

-Add custom music fx

-Add toggle for aex logo in statusbar

-Merged with latest sources

-Under the hood improvements

-Bug fixes and performance improvements

Take note, people on GApps variant will only receive OTA of GApps builds, and people who use non-GApps variant will be notified of updates of only non-GApps builds

1. Gapps variant and Non Gapps Variant available seperately below

2. CLEAN FLASH ONLY.

3. Kernel version is 4.9 and I recommend to flash Fate/VIMB/DA 4.9 variants

4. No restrictions on Firmware you want to use

TAP HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE Non-GApps VARIANT

TAP HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE GApps VARIANT​
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
To end any further GAPPS build queries:

ETA: Edit: Jenkins was too quick. Build upcoming shortly
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Prateek Punetha:
Wew nice man ??
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] droident:
Huh, boot logo changed. Did it affect boot time? That graphic was pretty flashy.

No preference here. Nice to have the minimalism back.

Also great update; couldn't be a better week for Vince. It's looking like the touchscreen problems have been remedied and so far I've not encountered the screen freezes of the last update touch wood.

Looking pretty stable :cool:
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AndroBuddy007:
Is that the initial Bootanimation Blinking you faced? If yes, it has been there for a while since the initial 4.9 update, probably not clearly visible in prev Bootanimation.
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] AmulyaX:
GApps Variant is up!
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] LosTigerosPL:
Is it possible to update firmware without clearing user data?
[Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 / 5 Plus ROMs, Kernels, Recove] Wyneg:
To update firmware, flash latest zip available (stable or developer version, you choose), don't need to clear user data but, if you're talking about flash latest rom version, clean flash is always recommended ;)