Full spec:
* Redmi Note 3 Pro
* Snapdragon
* MIUI 8 Global ROM
* KATE
Can't unlock the official way because the confirmation SMS never comes. A lot of guides but not sure where to start.
Had a Nexus 4 previously, things were so easy. Not so much with this one.
Any tips on how not to brick?
Thanks a lot for any help
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UPDATE
I successfully unlocked bootloader and installed TWRP by following the guide in Redmi_Note_3_SE_unlock_&_flash.rar (just google the filename, it should be the only result, hosted on google drive) It contains all the necessary tools and a pdf guide
sobox said:
Full spec:
* Redmi Note 3 Pro
* Snapdragon
* MIUI 8 Global ROM
* KATE
Can't unlock the official way because the confirmation SMS never comes. A lot of guides but not sure where to start.
Had a Nexus 4 previously, things were so easy. Not so much with this one.
Any tips on how not to brick?
Thanks a lot for any help
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yup i am also a user of nexus 5x and still havent figured a way out to unlock the bootloader
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Dear Experts,
I am basic user who has been using nexus sofar and have purchased Redmi 2 Prime for first time from Amazon 3 days back.
I have in past unlocked boot loader; RootedNexus using TWRP recovery and created nandroid backup.
However I have been trying to read MIUIforums from last many days and am thoroughly confused now.
Request for kind guidance in as much detailas possible and elaboration. Thanks for your patience in advance.
1. Why in so many threads for rooting itnever talks about unlocking Boot loader first and straightaway jumps to rootingfor Redmi 2 prime?
If Iunderstand correctly from my past experience with nexus; mandatory first stepis to unlock boot loader which resets device to factory and then go ahead withTWRP installation.
Am I Missing something?
2. How many types of standard ROMS arethere – it seems there is Global; stock; India; etc etc. Isn’t this so soconfusing which one I am supposed to use.
3. H2014811, 813 etc. – What are these andhow DO I find in my phone? I have attached screenshots of about phone but couldnot find anything on similar lines. Pls guide.
4. My current phone spec shows –
Model number HM 2LTE-IN
Android version 4.4.4 KTU84P
MIUI version MIUI 6.7.1.0(KHJMICH) | Stable
Build number KTU84P
Now How can I upgrade from KITKAT to Lollipop5.1.1? At least the latest android should be there on new phones?
Also fully confused about MIUI 7 so muchhype around it.
I myself dont know why but I trusted them so I followed what they have wrote in MIUI forum.
And to know what is your model number. Shutdown your phone > Remove battery and try to look at the sticker and read it if you found this for example HM20140817, it means that is your model number. it starts with HM.
Edit: I don't think so Xiaomi will release a lollipop update for Redmi 2 Prime. MIUI 7 is already available but it is not yet stable, some minor bugs still exist and it is not yet release for public. It is still in developer version.
There is no need to unlock bootloader in Xiaomi phones. You just have to flash the zip file and voila your phone will be rooted and bootloader comes pre unlocked.
Hi,
With too many Redmi 3 sub-models, it hard for me to getting "knowing the ropes".
I bought the Redmi Note 3 Pro 3GB 32GB Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 Hexa Core.
Read the "index-custom-roms" and there are a LOT of roms theres, hell knows what would suit me? (A clean /smouth/ android with few modes)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/index-custom-roms-t3396628
I still totally confused with:
- What is the Rooting method that works for this sub-model? (after sending request to Xiaomi to unlock the BL)
- I want a clean rom without Chinese bloatware - running smoothly without lags.
Please help me straighten out with this confusing area (for me).
Thanks you very much!
After getting unlocking permission, you need to unlock BL through miunlock tool. Then, install twrp with fastboot adb. After that you get n number of roms as per your liking & preference. Cm13 by santosh is my favorite.
Sent from my Redmi Note 3 using Tapatalk
nash2212 said:
After getting unlocking permission, you need to unlock BL through miunlock tool. Then, install twrp with fastboot adb. After that you get n number of roms as per your liking & preference. Cm13 by santosh is my favorite.
Sent from my Redmi Note 3 using Tapatalk
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Thanks mate.
But I still getting confusing and I really need to someone will paste here the links to the right TWRP recovery filecause I can easily flash the wrong recovery file.
What is the tool for unlocking the BL of the: Note 3 Pro 3GB 32GB Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 Hexa Core
Also - for your opinion - what is the most clean smooth rom out there for this sub-model?
Thanks very very much for the help.
https://dl.twrp.me/kenzo/
Here's the official twrp. Kenzo is device's codename so you don't get confused with other sub-models.
You will find unlock tool on the same website you applied for permission, Its the same for all variants.
I'm using CM13 based on official sources, it pretty smooth,
BTW, most ROMs for kenzo are based on official CM sources so you'll get almost similar experience on them.
Hi, I need help. My girlfriend bought a Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 32GB / 3GB RAM Mediatek Helio X10 version.
I want to upgrade the firmware because it needs an upgrade. Since she bought it, February, it didn't updated one single time, and it has some bugs that upset her. So, here is the problem.
I already asked for permission from Xiaomi to unlock the bootloader, and already got it. When I tried to unlock, got the 50% problem (Current account is different from the account info on the device). Since then, tried to flash (from the Updater App) the developer ROM, also with no success (couldn't verify package).
The last option, I believe I have, is to manually flash (using MI FLASH software) the developer ROM and after that, unlock the bootloader to finally install the MIUI 8.0 (that's the goal of all this, with the unlocked bootloader).
So, how can I do this? Suggestions, tips, tutorials, guides or experiences, everything is welcome!
You have to go to latest Beta/developer Version and the Unlock should work...
Else just Update miui, because maybe the Bugs are fixed
MJDdeLacerda said:
Hi, I need help. My girlfriend bought a Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 32GB / 3GB RAM Mediatek Helio X10 version.
I want to upgrade the firmware because it needs an upgrade. Since she bought it, February, it didn't updated one single time, and it has some bugs that upset her. So, here is the problem.
I already asked for permission from Xiaomi to unlock the bootloader, and already got it. When I tried to unlock, got the 50% problem (Current account is different from the account info on the device). Since then, tried to flash (from the Updater App) the developer ROM, also with no success (couldn't verify package).
The last option, I believe I have, is to manually flash (using MI FLASH software) the developer ROM and after that, unlock the bootloader to finally install the MIUI 8.0 (that's the goal of all this, with the unlocked bootloader).
So, how can I do this? Suggestions, tips, tutorials, guides or experiences, everything is welcome!
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To unlock the bootloader, you must have the MIUI developer installed on the device
4I-I said:
You have to go to latest Beta/developer Version and the Unlock should work...
Else just Update miui, because maybe the Bugs are fixed
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Mattsantana said:
To unlock the bootloader, you must have the MIUI developer installed on the device
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I already solved it by 'hard flashing" the miUI 8... because that's the version she wanted. Didn't try to flash the miUI 6 [developer] because I was lazy, but mainly because I didn't see any gains for her from doing it [unlocking the bootloader].
Thank you 2 for the replies!
Hi Guys,
I've been searching for 2 days now for a clear guide on how to unlock the bootloader for the Mediatek version and haven't found anything other than the official way. Can someone point me in the right direction please?
Thanks.
hatski said:
Hi Guys,
I've been searching for 2 days now for a clear guide on how to unlock the bootloader for the Mediatek version and haven't found anything other than the official way. Can someone point me in the right direction please?
Thanks.
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Hi again,
Another plea for help, I'd really appreciate it. I can't even make a MI account so I'm totally stuck.
Thanks.
... sorry but I'm very confused ...
I'm reading the possible on the network, but the result is I always get confused more despite having a certain familiarity in modding having modded a galaxy nexus, and an LG G2 on which I installed TWRP recovery and various CyanogenMod ROMs.
Unlocking the bootloader in kate/SE, in an official or unofficial way, is still very difficult or almost impossible?
I often read of modified TWRP recovery, which sometimes give problems and sometimes it does not ...is it possible just put the official TWRP for kenzo?
If I can somehow install a TWRP, is possible to easily install the CyanogenMod ROM (after flashing ROM flashing kate modem is needed) and provide CM updates simply by flash new ROM via TWRP recovery?
Thks in adv
Nope! It's easy as 123... Please, check:
http://en.miui.com/thread-345728-1-1.html - for unlocked "emmc_appsboot.mbn".
You can also download ALKA TWRP, rename to "recovery.img", and replace it in fastboot ROM (image folder).
(As well as "emmc_appsboot.mbn emmc_appsboot.mbn", downloaded from the link above.)
ALKA TWRP: http://en.miui.com/thread-282773-1-1.html
rafaelbrunner said:
Nope! It's easy as 123... Please, check:
http://en.miui.com/thread-345728-1-1.html - ...
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Thks for yr reply
I read official unlocking was successful for very very few owners and
such unofficial unlocking gave problems to many others, like bootloop etc...
is that wrong...?
Mrx65 said:
Thks for yr reply
I read official unlocking was successful for very very few owners and
such unofficial unlocking gave problems to many others, like bootloop etc...
is that wrong...?
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I could not unlock my "kate" officially.
I've tried the method posted above, and works like a charm!
No bootloop, at all...
Thaknk yo so much for yr reply
I remain with the feeling of more complexity and less certainty, than the modding of the galaxy nexus and also the LG G2...
Official unlock works fine.
I have a Kate and unlocked it officially.
Just make sure to flash the global developer ROM, log into your MI account on the phone and press the "bind device to account" button inside the security settings menu before attempting to unlock.
I also got my Kate to unlock officially after using updater on phone to flash global beta rom.then in developer options clicked MI unlock status then linked phone to account. After that unlocked first try after many many failed attempts on global stable.
Nice news and info, thks so much!
But... why so many people can't officially unlock their kate having 50pc error...??
Which version of miui unlock tool and Global Dev. ROM you used when officially unlock yr kate?
I used global beta 6.11.24 and MIflash unlock_1.1.1111.1_en
Thks for reply and info
Hello I have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and I am trying to put a custom ROM on it. Can I get some help with the following questions.....
--I cant find the TWRP file for the Redmi Note 5. I can only find listed the Redmi Note 5A and the Redmi Note 5 Pro. I have checked my phone and it is listed as a Redmi Note 5, even after unlocking the bootloader. Which can I use?
--Also, I will want to use Lineage 15.1 on this phone but I am not sure what firmware files I need to also include when flashing. Any help with this?
Thank you!!!!
R.BehRhugger said:
Hello I have a Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and I am trying to put a custom ROM on it. Can I get some help with the following questions.....
--I cant find the TWRP file for the Redmi Note 5. I can only find listed the Redmi Note 5A and the Redmi Note 5 Pro. I have checked my phone and it is listed as a Redmi Note 5, even after unlocking the bootloader. Which can I use?
--Also, I will want to use Lineage 15.1 on this phone but I am not sure what firmware files I need to also include when flashing. Any help with this?
Thank you!!!!
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To avoid any confusion go to Play Store and download an app called "Device info HW" or other similar of your preference, open it and go to section system, then search for Product.
Oficial twrp for vince is available in this forum as a lot of custom roms.
Hi all, just a clarification, i have Redmi Note 5, why this thread is unified? Does it means roms for "vince" and "whyred" are the same?
No, this forum is for Redmi Note 5 and Redmi 5 Plus both with codename vince.
Redmi Note 5 Pro is known in China like Redmi Note 5 (whyred)
Redmi 5 Plus is known in India as Redmi Note 5 too (vince); This causes the confusion both receives same name depending from where they comes (or where they were released)
Whyred (snapdragon 636) has other specs than vince (625)
SubwayChamp said:
To avoid any confusion go to Play Store and download an app called "Device info HW" or other similar of your preference, open it and go to section system, then search for Product.
Oficial twrp for vince is available in this forum as a lot of custom roms.
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Thank you for the info on that. However, I am living in China and my Redmi Note 5 was bought here, so it is a lot of trouble to get the google play store and set up my VPN before flashing the phone with a new ROM. Is there another way to see what the phone name really is?
Also, any thoughts on my firmware question?
Thank you so much for the help!
R.BehRhugger said:
Thank you for the info on that. However, I am living in China and my Redmi Note 5 was bought here, so it is a lot of trouble to get the google play store and set up my VPN before flashing the phone with a new ROM. Is there another way to see what the phone name really is?
Also, any thoughts on my firmware question?
Thank you so much for the help!
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Then most probably should be Redmi Note 5 pro, if you are rooted go with a root file explorer to system in root directory and find the build.prop file and open it in your device with any text viewer and find the line ro.build.product or something with word product, you will see vince or whyred
SubwayChamp said:
Then most probably should be Redmi Note 5 pro, if you are rooted go with a root file explorer to system in root directory and find the build.prop file and open it in your device with any text viewer and find the line ro.build.product or something with word product, you will see vince or whyred
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I was able to find another app in the Xiaomi app store that showed this info. My phone is whyred. The app name was Quick System info PRO, if others need to do the same. Thank you for the help!
Just wondering now about if I need to bother about including firmware when installing gapps and a custom ROM. Any thoughts on this?
Thanks,!
R.BehRhugger said:
I was able to find another app in the Xiaomi app store that showed this info. My phone is whyred. The app name was Quick System info PRO, if others need to do the same. Thank you for the help!
Just wondering now about if I need to bother about including firmware when installing gapps and a custom ROM. Any thoughts on this?
Thanks,!
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I'm not sure if I understood correctly, some roms need to be installed also the firmware in some cases and for aosp based roms most of times you need to flash the gapps too but don't worry about. Here is the forum for you specific model https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-5-pro and when you find a rom that matches with your preferences in the thread these steps might to be explained