Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

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ordered from shopee last friday, phone delivered yesterday.

ytd night played with it for a while, feel its not bad, quite responsive.
 
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A quick guide for people want to flash custom rom.

1. Install or update your ADB driver on your computer

2. Unlocking Bootloader
  • Register a Mi account at the Mi website - https://account.xiaomi.com/pass/register
  • Request permissions @ www.miui.com/unlock/index_en.html
  • Use legit HP number, type legit reason like "install custom rom".
  • If you encounter IP error, use Hoxx VPN or any VPNs to switch your IP address, apparently is a site bug, keep trying until it works. Do not refresh the page or resend the SMS, you will trigger SMS limit.
  • In your device, go to Settings > About > Version, tap the version multiple times to unlock developer option
  • In your device, go to Settings > Additional Settings, add your device to your Mi account
  • You will need to wait a total 72 hours after adding the device to your account.
  • Download the unlocker software from www.miui.com/unlock/index_en.html
  • Turn off your device and boot into bootloader mode by pressing Volume Down + Power buttons
  • Connect your device to your PC
  • Run the unlocker software to unlock your bootloader

3. Get the tools

4. Install Custom Recovery - TWRP
  • Download it from https://twrp.me/devices/xiaomiredminote4.html
  • Place the img file into the "tool" folder
  • Turn off your device and boot into bootloader mode by pressing Volume Down + Power buttons
  • Connect your device to your PC
  • Run command prompt on your tool directory - Check http://www.droidviews.com/download-latest-adb-and-fastboot-sdk-platform-tools-win-mac-linux/ if you don't know what it means
  • Type "fastboot devices" to check if fastboot working
  • Type "fastboot erase recovery"
  • Type "fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.1.1-0-mido" or whatever the file name is
  • Enter recovery mode by pressing Volume Up + Power
    Note: If you boot into system instead of recovery, you will have to flash the recovery again. MIUI rom is programmed to restore stock recovery everytime it boot.

If you gonna flash MIUI rom, you will need to google for TWRP dm-verity disabler

5. Install Firmwares + Roms + Gapps + Root
  • Download firmware from https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=search&s=Firmware_xiaomi - The latest firmwares is compatible for "Nougat" roms
  • [ROM] Pick a rom from https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-4 ~ Make sure you chose the correct processor; Mediatek or Snapdragon
  • [Google Apps] Download gapp from opengapps.org - Choose ARM64, 7.1, Mini or Full or Stock
  • [Root] Download SuperSU zip from http://www.supersu.com/download or Magisk zip from https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
    Note: Some custom rom already rooted by default, so read your rom description, you can skip this step if already come with it.
  • Wipe your device through recovery. Choose Advance option, check all.
  • Note: Sometimes you will get unable to mount error, just restart and boot into recovery again.
  • Transfer your files via ADB by...
    • Run command prompt on your tool directory
    • Type "adb devices" to check if working
    • Type "adb push <your firmware filename> /sdcard/firmware.zip"
    • Type "adb push <your rom filename> /sdcard/rom.zip"
    • Type "adb push <your gapps filename> /sdcard/gapps.zip"
    • Type "adb push <your supersu filename> /sdcard/supersu.zip" or "adb push <your magisk filename> /sdcard/magisk.zip"
  • Install Firmware first
  • Install Rom next
  • Install Gapp last
  • Install SuperSU or Magisk
  • Wipe cache reboot
  • You are done.

The difference between SuperSU and Magisk is Magisk has better integration with Xposed and more features while SuperSU is more widely used and simple.

6. (Optional) Kernel
Not all devices have custom kernel and not all kernel are stable. Using this kernal as example @ https://forum.xda-developers.com/re...-development/faust-kernel-7-1-2-mido-t3624515.

7. Updating ROM
Every now and then, the custom rom get updated. Some roms have OTA (over-the-air) update, some don't. This instructions is for those that do not.

Dirty Flashing, only recommended for same android version
  • Download the latest ROM
  • Reboot into recovery
  • Install the zip (in download folder if you download with device's browser)
  • Wipe cache, reboot

Clean Flashing, recommended for different android version
Follow Step 5.
Aka Reformat & Install
 
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SkyShroud said:
A quick guide for people want to flash custom rom.

1. Install or update your ADB driver on your computerhttp://adbdriver.comhttps://developer.android.com/studio/run/win-usb.htmlInstall it
2. Unlocking Bootloaderhttps://account.xiaomi.com/pass/registerwww.miui.com/unlock/index_en.htmlUse legit HP number, type legit reason like "install custom rom".If you encounter IP error, use Hoxx VPN or any VPNs to switch your IP address, apparently is a site bug, keep trying until it works. Do not refresh the page or resend the SMS, you will trigger SMS limit.In your device, go to Settings > About > Build, tap the build multiple times to unlock developer optionIn your device, go to Settings > Additional Settings, add your device to your Mi accountYou will need to wait a total 72 hours after adding the device to your account.www.miui.com/unlock/index_en.htmlTurn off your device and boot into bootloader mode by pressing Volume Down + Power buttonsConnect your device to your PCRun the unlocker software to unlock your bootloader
3. Get the toolshttps://dl.google.com/android/reposi...st-windows.zip
4. Install Custom RecoveryPersonally I use TWRPhttps://twrp.me/devices/xiaomiredminote4.htmlPlace the img file into the "tool" folderTurn off your device and boot into bootloader mode by pressing Volume Down + Power buttonsConnect your device to your PChttp://www.droidviews.com/download-l...win-mac-linux/Type "fastboot devices" to check if fastboot workingType "fastboot erase recovery"Type "fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.1.1-0-mido" or whatever the file name isType "fastboot reboot recovery"
If you gonna install MIUI rom, then usehttp://en.miui.com/thread-742589-1-1.html

5. Install Firmwares + Roms + Gapps + Roothttps://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=s...irmware_xiaomihttps://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-4Download gapp from opengapps.org - Choose ARM64, 7.1, Mini or Full or Stockhttp://www.supersu.com/downloadWipe your device through recovery, personally I completely wipe the device by choosing advance option.Transfer your files via ADB by...Run command prompt on your tool directoryType "adb devices" to check if workingType "adb push <your firmware filename> /sdcards/firmware.zip"Type "adb push <your rom filename> /sdcards/rom.zip"Type "adb push <your gapps filename> /sdcards/gapps.zip"Type "adb push <your supersu filename> /sdcards/supersu.zip"Install Firmware firstInstall Rom nextInstall Gapp lastRebootOnce your rom setup finish, reboot to bootloader again. The custom rom should show that option on your power menu, if not check Settings > Security to display that option.Install SuperSUReboot, you are done.
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This is great stuff but if came 12 hrs earlier will b better cos last nite I just managed to root n flash custom after reading a few guides combined
 
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FileZAce81 said:
Is your battery bar stuck at 50%?
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I had this problem but it is solved after doing these

  • Drain the battery completely to 0%, I play videos and left it there
  • The phone will turn off naturally if it is 0%
  • Ensure it is really 0% by pressing the power button
  • Drain the battery further by holding the power button, let the red lights blink for couple of minutes
  • Let it rest for an hour
  • Test the phone again to see it is truly 0% by holding the power button
  • Drain it further again by holding it for couple of minutes
  • Charge it using the provided charger or any proper charger adapter. Do not use your computer or multi usb ports charger to charge. It is advised to use a powerful charger.
  • Let it charge till 100%. Do not turn on the device while charging.
  • When it reach 100%, let it charge for additional at least 30 minutes.
  • Turn it on, do not remove the plug yet
  • You should see the battery fully charged, now you can remove.

I believe the problem is due to xiaomi bad QC. They did not calibrate the battery during manufacturing.

Btw, I am using custom rom so I am not sure if custom rom assisted in updating the data.
Do not drain the battery completely to nothing by holding the power button for hours. Empty battery usually has chance to become unusable.
 
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$169 offer is back again at Shopee SG.
Black or Gold same price.
Free delivery but ONLY 14days 1 to 1 warranty.
 
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SkyShroud said:
I had this problem but it is solved after doing these

  • Drain the battery completely to 0%, I play videos and left it there
  • The phone will turn off naturally if it is 0%
  • Ensure it is really 0% by pressing the power button
  • Drain the battery further by holding the power button, let the red lights blink for couple of minutes
  • Let it rest for an hour
  • Test the phone again to see it is truly 0% by holding the power button
  • Drain it further again by holding it for couple of minutes
  • Charge it using the provided charger or any proper charger adapter. Do not use your computer or multi usb ports charger to charge. It is advised to use a powerful charger.
  • Let it charge till 100%. Do not turn on the device while charging.
  • When it reach 100%, let it charge for additional at least 30 minutes.
  • Turn it on, do not remove the plug yet
  • You should see the battery fully charged, now you can remove.

I believe the problem is due to xiaomi bad QC. They did not calibrate the battery during manufacturing.

Btw, I am using custom rom so I am not sure if custom rom assisted in updating the data.
Do not drain the battery completely to nothing by holding the power button for hours. Empty battery usually has chance to become unusable.
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Its a bit late but thanks for your infos. I updated MiUI Rom and the battery bar is back to 100% when fully charged.
 
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help

Guys, there is no "Build" in my Settings > About
how to add my device to the Mi account?
any one can help? Mine Redmi Note 4

Thanks.
 
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Here's a video showing the innards of a Note 4X

as it is dismantled in order to replace a cracked screen.

Those who have bought export sets

and have passed their shop's short warranty period

may find this information useful.

 
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jupiter said:
Guys, there is no "Build" in my Settings > About
how to add my device to the Mi account?
any one can help? Mine Redmi Note 4

Thanks.
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Tap on the 'MIUI version' section 6 times.
 
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SkyShroud said:
Looks like the price shoot up. I think you are late bro.

A lot buy from there because it was $30 cheaper though it only have 14 days warranty.
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Hahaha. Price of which variant? Or all? I just wanna get a snapdragon 32gb/64gb one.
 
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only india or some aliexpress set have SD on 64gb


india is allergic to mediatek so xiaomi give them snapdragon
 
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SkyShroud said:
Looks like the price shoot up. I think you are late bro.

A lot buy from there because it was $30 cheaper though it only have 14 days warranty.
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managed to get it at 169, offer came back LOL.
buying the phone for my dad.
 
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