yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Anshul4891:
So, I was also caught in the whole debacle of Mi A3 Android 11 upgrade. I didn't received V12.0.1.0.RFQMIXM upgrade, which most probably bricked all the devices when installed. However I received V12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM update. Now, updating to this, also didn't turned out to be as pleasant as I hoped to be.

There was this biggest issue that I faced : Touch was not working. There was a work around for this however, I attached a wireless mouse with the help of a dongle and it worked.

First thing first, went and backed up anything which was left out before before Android 11 upgrade. Then on further inspection, it turned out most of the sensors were not working, speaker, earpiece, Bluetooth... You name it... and it was not working.

Booted into stock recovery, did a factory reset, hoped for the best. No use, it was still not working.

Before heading to the service center tomorrow, I tried to find the fastboot image once again over internet, and luckily found it. Once again, booted in the mobile, did the usual (with the help of dongle and wireless mouse), build number -->Developer Option-->USB Debugging on. Booted to fastboot, laumched MiFlash tool, loaded the (V12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM) ROM folder and hit Flash.

It worked, the device is working fine for me. I was skeptical about the legitimacy of the ROM that I found, but since it's working now at least, so, I guess it worked.

For those who are having similar issue, sharing the link for the file which I used for flashing.

laurel_sprout_global_images_V12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM_11.0.zip

drive.google.com
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] rodolfoaz:
Thank you very much, saved my life...
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] kosmasgr:
any links for EU V12.0.2.0 ?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Anshul4891:
That is the weired thing, while searching for the global version I came across V12.0.1.0.RFQEUXM and V12.0.2.0.RFQMIXM in a few sites, but never did I saw V12.0.2.0.RFQEUXM. Also, I don't remember anyone getting a global V12.0.2.0 OTA, so I have my doubts.

I didn't downloaded and tried to check the internal files for the exact version, but others can try. Attaching the link to the sites below.

Xiaomi Firmware Updater

The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.

xiaomifirmwareupdater.com

Xiaomi Firmware Updater

The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.

xiaomifirmwareupdater.com

Download Mi A3 (laurel) V12.0.1.0.RFQEUXM MIUI 12 Stable Full Rom | XiaomiROM.com

The Stable update V12.0.1.0.RFQEUXM has been officially released for Mi A3 (codename is laurel). Before updating, please make sure you have downloaded …

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Download Mi A3 (laurel) V12.0.2.0.RFQMIXM MIUI 12 Stable Full Rom | XiaomiROM.com

The Stable update V12.0.2.0.RFQMIXM has been officially released for Mi A3 (codename is laurel). Before updating, please make sure you have downloaded …

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[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Not yet.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] kennspark:
not patched boot from 12.0.2.0 RFQEUXM
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sadeg111:
thx for sharing

its safe to flash from android 10 to 11 with that link?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Swagnik:
Hey, I'm using Indian version of MiA3. Recently updated to android 11, now I want to downgrade to A10.

Are the instructions in OP enough ?

Are the indian version ROMs any different from the Global ?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] garylawwd:
You cannot downgrade. If you do you will brick your device
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Swagnik:
What should I do then
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] garylawwd:
You have 2 choices.

You can stay on stock and just root it with magisk.

Or you can flash Paranoid android 11 as this is the only ROM which works with stock a11 firmware installed.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] jalexd91:
Total thanks, you just answered the question before leaving my MIA3 like a brick. I am on Android version 12.0.2.0.RFQEUXM and I wanted to install MIUI 12 I would leave it as a paper press. LOL
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lucoz:
it could be useful ? https://r4---sn-hpa7kn7e.gvt1.com/p...hpa7kn7e&ms=au&mt=1610712772&mv=m&mvi=4&pl=20
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Anshul4891:
Apologies for replying so late.

My mobile received OTA for this version only from Android 10 to Android 11, so it can be assumed that it is safe to upgrade.

However, there is hardly any feature added to Android 11. Not even default Android 11 features are in this. So if you are satisfied with Android 10, stay on Android 10 is what I would suggest.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lucoz:
as fa as i know these are the firmwares that have bricked the mia3 around the world the right one should be V12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM and V12.0.2.0.RFQEUXM
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Swagnik:
Thanks for the advice but Im sticking to the stock rom
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] stavrakis4:
OTA Updates

Global Stable – V12.0.3.0.RFQMIXM

https://android.googleapis.com/packages/ota-api/package/e5596c826c464fb9bee3f871abcdf89f1ce64323.zip

EEA Stable – V12.0.2.0.RFQEUXM

https://android.googleapis.com/packages/ota-api/package/fd4883d03b333f61b551a8d5c91522c33736b128.zip
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] w.swierk:
Anyone updated their phone with these files? Are these files safe?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] ledu205:
Update via adb ota work fine on my mi a3 EEA
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tejas1903:
Can I update it through stock recovery? Anyone tried Global ROM with this method? And is it working without any serious issue? Thanks!
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] 4NIZIO:
think that i'm a normal user that gets the update notification, after installing my touchscreen doesn't freaking work (no OTG cable i'm sorry) so... no info at all about my current system version

i'm downloading this file here:

i'm gonna install it via FASTBOOT and hope to not lose any data and spend all day reconfiguring my phone

seriously xiaomi i was so happy about the update and u kicked me between my legs (please spare me of the criticism i'm insanely sad about my only working phone getting bricked)
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Tomazon:
Hey try to find and usb-c adapter so you can use a Mouse. Right after today's global android 11 update, another update landed (329 MB) it says january secutiry patch. It will fix that touch issue acording to several people on a Telegram group
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] 4NIZIO:
like i said previously i don't have an OTG cable and ordering one would take to next week sadly...

edit:

i would lose my data anyways, locked bootloader
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] batata004:
Does any of you have the android 11 bat file? I just updated my phone to Android 11 and touchscreen is not working... many people complaining about this same problem and the only way to use the phone is with fastboot. Also I am wondering, is there a way to make a factory reset using fastboot? I can boot my phone to fastboot and execute commands to it, so I am wondering if I can factory reset it, maybe the problem of touchscreen goes away.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] marceloBoZo:
Guys I have aa question, I using stock A10 didn't receive the update yet, can I force the update using the recovery rom? And anyone has the update 12.0.4.0 ?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sageandonion:
Updated from global android 10 to EU android 11. Main thing straight away was battery drain but over the week it's been improving.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sageandonion:
I updated my stock global android 10 using the update over adb method with the EU ROM on the previous page. It works ok, the battery is improving slowly but I guess Xiaomi will release a fix with the January security update, maybe.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] marceloBoZo:
Ok thanks, they just launched the 12.0.4.0 probably fixing the battery
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sageandonion:
Really, not seen that anywhere yet?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] chinoxda6:
I have the same problem, did you solve it?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tejas1903:
Refer to this post.. I followed the same method and flashed with the same rom link that he has given and now it received the Jan update too.. working very well now...little UI bug aside everything's great...even the battery life...

https://xdaforums.com/t/rom-official-fastboot-xiaomi-mi-a3-laurel_sprout.3962489/post-84263977
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] toofrozen:
I HAVE THE SOLUTION FOR BRICKED DEVICES OR UNRESPONSIVE TOUCHSCREEN AFTER THE ANDROID 11 UPDATE !!

i put together this guide that hopefully will help you recover your device!

With my phone, this method worked perfectly. :)

LINK TO THE GUIDE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IYIhnSReXiynDlKYXs0Q2OcWhmkDJVGgTEZg_Sjvz1E/edit?usp=sharing
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] labeed:
Do you have links to Jan 2021 patch Full OTA?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] w.swierk:
https://www.leakite.com/

Global Stable – V12.0.4.0.RFQMIXM
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] stavrakis4:
OTA Update Jan 2021

Global Stable – V12.0.4.0.RFQMIXM

https://android.googleapis.com/packages/ota-api/package/e1b31a010bc4dc33a1e773bb27bc09869491ec8e.zip
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] gicabiloba:
my god, thank you very much, it worked!

The guide creator saved me, thank you very much again!!
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] toofrozen:
I created the guide. You are welcome! :) :) :)
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] DeqSC2:
Is there any recovery rom for the EU version?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Barbiox Dogg:
How's the V12.0.4.0 build guys?

What are the bugs? Please kindly share
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sadeg111:
i am already flash with fastboot and yes you will lose all data also its safe to flash it but i am unlcoked bootloder idk if that make any defiance
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Kamil23ino:
does anyone have a link to the eu 2021 update
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sageandonion:
Pretty sure this is a bug, EU qssi-user 11 RKQ1.200903.002 V12.0.2.0.RFQEUXM
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Barbiox Dogg:
I followed this guide to revive my Mi A3 and it works. Special thanks to @toofrozen for the guide.

Guide to unbrick Xiaomi Mi A3 after failed Android 11 update

Guide to unbrick Xiaomi Mi A3 after failed Android 11 update (bricked device or irresponsive touchscreen) Updated January 30th, 2021 Note: This guide should work for both EU and GLOBAL phones. I have a EU phone but flashed global roms and it’s working fine! I take no responsibility for anyth...

docs.google.com
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Barbiox Dogg:
I haven't noticed any serious bug on the V12.04.0 build so far :D
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] chinoxda6:
Thank you 😄
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] matheeus.af:
Thanks for sharing the guide to unbrick the phone, that guide saved me!

I made the entire tutorial without using a EDL Cable and without open the back cover of the phone... i read somewhere that xiaomi made an specific way to force the EDL mode in the A3, pressing all the buttons at same time (POWER + VOLUMES) for 15 seconds, and it worked for me.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] matheeus.af:
Unfortunately i can't say the same haha, look at my status bar running the v12.0.4.0... this spaces
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Barbiox Dogg:
Unfortunately that's how Android 11 is built.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] sageandonion:
Hi all, had the EU 300mb January update this morning. qssi-user 11 RKQ1.200903.002 V12.0.3.0.RFQEUXM. Battery life is much better and screen\audio recording is there in the drop-down menu also.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Hello!

Android 11 Full fastboot ROM EU version 12.0.3.0 download link has been added on the OP.

Cheers!
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] stavrakis4:
EEA Stable Roms (links from Xiaomi)

EEA Stable OTA recovery rom – V12.0.3.0.RFQEUXM

https://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.0.3.0...AGlobal_V12.0.3.0.RFQEUXM_a3af6e0308_11.0.zip

EEA Stable Fastboot rom – V12.0.3.0.RFQEUXM

http://bigota.d.miui.com/V12.0.3.0.....RFQEUXM_20210129.0000.00_11.0_e5463f39f1.tgz
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tejas1903:
Is global ROM Link available as well? Like this one? I wanted to download it from official site..
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] apedroal:
I tried flashing this rom. I don't know why, my phone was working ok, but sometimes a fresh install makes things smoother.

anyways, i got a message on my device saying system destroyed, and it will reboot into fastboot.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] lgbannu:
Please Upload...

EEA Stable V12.0.3.0.RFQEUXM Magisk Root Boot.img
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] apedroal:
I just did this after soft bricking my phone trying to flash the latest rom in fastboot.

I was on EU rom, but this guide said to use the global files.

I wonder, is there any issue switching to Global Rom, other than getting a brickable update first?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Alex230799x:
Waiting for GLOBAL VERSION official by Xiaomi forum. I'm still have the 11.0.23 build.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] wetito:
sometimes vocal messages have no audio, idem call and videocall. when happen the only solution in restarting phone. in my opinion the previous version with december patch was better
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Tabatj:
Hello everyone.

I received this update 12.0.6.0 on global rom (from 12.0.3.0) of 1.45gb.

Has anyone else received this update?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Phil_gloves:
I found some recent articles that say it's just about security patches:

" The latest update, V12.0.6.0.RFQMIXM, only advances the device's security patch level, but Google has packed plenty of fixes in this patch.

Specifically, the February 5 2021 patch addresses 23 high or critical CVEs, details of which you can find in the latest Android Security Bulletin. In summary, the February 5 patch addresses two Wi-Fi-related CVEs, one display-related one, another to do with audio and a separate one concerning the device's cameras. "
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanju_Sanal:
Please update the Global Fastboot rom with android 11.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Still haven't found the link for full fastboot ROM. Only have the full OTA zip link (which is flashed through recovery).

It's this one:

https://android.googleapis.com/packages/ota-api/package/3f09efb1eb3dd530b769b30f19575d7331e42f7c.zip
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Sanju_Sanal:
Xiaomi Mi A3 firmware (Fastboot/Recovery ROM)

The Xiaomi Mi A3 official firmware on this page will help you upgrade/update the phone version, move from Beta to Stable ROM (vice versa), un-brick or restore your device to its default factory state. If you rooted or modified the system or any other partition of the phone, flashing the Fastboot...

www.leakite.com

Check this link
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] labeed:
Could you consider making a thread for recovery links too? The telegram group I've been using stopped posting OTA links to Mi A3 when Android 11 came out. Can't for the love of god find the EU OTA link for Feb 2021 patch.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Mahadiii:
how to flash using fastboot rom on mi a3???
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] wetito:
it's possible flash a global rom in a europe device? ps: i see that the latest europe firmware is still not present
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Theseusperse:
It works perfectly for me, you have to follow the instructions exactly.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] natanfranghieru:
My phone have the european version of the ROM, can I flash the global version?

Is any notable difference between global and european versions, in LTE bands or something?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
I think you can. Since you have here EU version as well, if anything "goes south" you can flash EU version again and nothing bad will happen...I think...not totally sure about this...

Yeah, I think the difference between both versions relies on GMS and LTE bands default configs but, again, I'm not sure.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] natanfranghieru:
I think i'll try flash global this weekend, european version is getting updates later than global, september update for example already came for global and not for european.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Anurag151143526:
ey brother i need urgent help

I have indian mi A3 which comes with stock Android

Is there any way to install miui rom ?

I want to root in stock android ? Help me
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Spardantex:
Stop spam everywhere.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Anurag151143526:
No buddy is helping me

Thats why i m asking in all thereds
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] legalreaper:
anybody have the mirror? slow download speeds which ends up with 'Network Error'! Need Global version!

(Download worked)

Chose option 1 for setting the partition to 'a'. From EU to Global (Able to update to September Patch)
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Andres88z:
Can I flash if i have magisk and twrp whit the flash all lock bat file?

ist working for mi, i stay in slot b, i only changue to slot a. the process takes around 10 min.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] omnikohh:
But is this android one stock rom or miui rom?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
There aren't any MIUI ROMs available for Xiaomi Mi A3 (yet...).

Of course it's Android One.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] omnikohh:
Thank you
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Theseusperse:
You'll lose root and TWRP if you flash all, this literally replaces all the partitions on your phone including the recovery one back to stock.

It doesn't matter if you have slot a or b active, you can simply change the script as the initial instructions say to alter the installation. Personally I stick with slot B on my Global model but it's irrelevant.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] shaudhary:
Hi i was trying to root my A3 so i installed magisk app created a patched boot image flashed it but then my wifi wasnt turning on neither was i able to make a call i tried resetting and now i am stuck on 'No command' screen i am able to access recovery and fastboot mode. Now i am trying to go back to the factory setup, will i be able to do that by flashing this ROM from fastboot or by the stock recovery?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] [GS]:
If you flash this rom you are in factory, just click at flashall.bat
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] RealXHunter:
V10.3.6.0.pfqmixm

https://bigota.d.miui.com/V10.3.6.0.PFQMIXM/miui_LAURELSPROUTGlobal_V10.3.6.0.PFQMIXM_00713c5a1d_9.0.zip
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] moyses:
Same cae for me

i want to flash a Global Rom on my MIA3 EU

If it's possible how to perform please???
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
The procedure is the same. Just download Global ROM and run the bat.

I can now confirm that there's no issues, what so ever, on using Global ROM on a EU originally build device.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] DJBhardwaj:
When we install the fastboot ROM using the batch or script files, does it install the stock firmware to both the active and inactive slot? Or just the active slot?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] moyses:
Can someone please give me a link to global fastboot firmware

Thank's in advence
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Yes, it is.

It's not present since I still haven't find the official URL anywhere.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] wetito:
i'm my experience with miui global version was the only version for europe devices. do you know what's the difference between global and europe android one roms?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Not much besides some EU regulations stuff. Nothing that will improve or reduce the device security or performance, it's just beaurocracy stuff.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tomiasx22:
Actually this EU ROM with February security patch is not on the web...

Please tell me if there are any issues if I switch to GLOBAL version? I mean phone is of course unlocked and I use Fastboot package, then root by Magisk. Is that OK or there may be some problems in stability/performance?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
The answer to your question is on the post above yours....
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tomiasx22:
I see:) I just wanted to make sure that if I use Fastboot form to flash, it will not affect the stability of device; worse GSM range or unexpected restarts. I understand that I don't need to do anything more than to flash by Fastboot and e.g. reset to factory from system settings?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
You just need to run flash_all_except_data_storage.bat (or sh if on Linux) to flash the fastboot ROM and retain your data.

If your current ROM is rooted and with any Magisk Module installed, I suggest you to remove all modules and afterwards remove Magisk as well.

There's no need to reset to factory settings.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tomiasx22:
I see:) I just wanted to make sure that if I use Fastboot form to flash, it will not affect the stability of device; worse GSM range or unexpected restarts. I understand that I don't need to do anything more than to flash by Fastboot and e.g. reset to factory from system settings?

ok .. you just "partially" answered my second question :) As for now I installed few times builds with Android 10 and in the first build of Android 10 I used flash_all, and with later builds (updates) I used flash_all_except_data_storage. So I guess that is OK if I do not reset factory or flash_all everytime? I mean all installed applications should still work correct?

Another short question is that I was (as probably some of us) affected by bricked device while switching from Android 10 to Android 11... probably the only working procedure to fix was some of these on YT (need to open the cover, disconnect battery and jumper 2 pins). Everything finished with success, but I am wondering one thing: is it possible that some files (that may affect the device stability) could still be on the device or Fastboot ALL will completely clear all unwanted files?
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Fastboot flash-all completely wipes the storage partition, so everything will be completely wiped.

I usually do that from time to time when I start to feel that the device is behaving stupid.

Changing between Android versions was on of those times I felt the need to do that.
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] tomiasx22:
Thanks for answer. I have one more issue as I noticed that after switching to MIUI 12, all icons of currently running apps disappeared from notification bar... I have all notification options turned on. Factory reset didn't help..

What is more I cannot (when I slide down notifications) close, but only pause some of applications like radio or music player (external apps) that had such option in MIUI 11...
[Xiaomi Mi A3 Guides, News, & Discussion] Typhus_:
Factory reset only clears all data.

Flashing a full rom from fastboot, on the other hand, clears and installs again every single partition and all firmware.

My device is running stock Android 11 without a single hiccup, bug or whatever.