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{UPDATED} MIUI 9 Feedback, Bugs Fixed, New Releases, Beta Testers Working Properly {December, 2018}

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MIUI 9 Global Beta ROM Suggestions, Feedbacks, Bugs….

After the MIUI 9 rolling out in the new devices. Finally Xiaomi’s new MIUI has found to be the great and works well in almost all the devices. The MIUI 9 is rolled out from November 2, 2017 and now it’s getting some of the bugs and issues which were faced by the users.

The feedback from the users is right here to your doorsteps. This might be helping you before you are installing MIUI 9 on your respective devices. As we are constantly looking for the MIUI updates. Although some of our team members are also not happy with the images clicked with their respective devices using its main camera. Now talking about the users who are using MIUI 8.0 tells us that MIUI 8 has no lag as well as it also don’t have any boot loops.            
So, first we will check out the main highlights as well as the Bugs which is being fixed.

Highlights New Releases

New
*New APP Vault Features
*Shortcuts
*Brief Notes
*Calendar Events
New    
*New APP Vault Features
*Shortcuts
*Brief Notes
*Calendar Events
*Cricket (India Only)
Bugs which are fixed
Lock screen, Status Bar, Notification Bar
New
*Enjoy high-quality images
*Read Stories
Fix – Previews weren’t shown correctly in landscape mode.
Settings
Fix – Settings FC when changing the region
Widgets
Fix – System launcher keeps stopping when adding or opening widget after update to 7.11.10
Gallery
Fix – Gallery only shows documents even after resetting all default app setting
Mail
Fix – The mail message page layout is displayed incorrectly
Notification
No sound and vibration when receiving WhatsApp
Mi Video
Chinese language can be seen in Mi Video


Feedbacks & Bugs Fixed

[Bug1] Smartphones does not Ring! 

The smartphone is not ringing this might be the first problem you may be facing.
Users Said
“There is a problem with 8.5 and 9 stable updates; the device does not ring when I get calls, sms and any other notification. When I reboot my device then it starts ringing but after few hours or a day the problem will again occur. I also changed my ringer board as well as I also replaced the motherboard from Mi Care. Therefore, the problem is still not be fixed as there is no hardware issue as well.”  

Fix
So, if you are facing the issue of ringing the device than you can try Factory Data Reset in your device this might help you out and the second thing you can try is you can install Fastboot ROM. If you have tried this out than do let us know that your issue is fixed or not. Also, our team has fully checked out with the beta testers and there is no issue in current developer ROM builds. So, you can try these two methods and tell us that will they work for you or not. 

[Bug2] Contact Number are getting Mixed up

So, are your contact number are messed up completely no problem we will tell you how to fix it and you can do it by your own. But first let’s see what our users said.
Users Said
“I observed that my contacts are getting mixed up. This is creating a problem like I am not be able to send messages to one of my contacts. It will send to someone else.”

Fix
Organize the Contacts
The following steps are listed below,
Step 1. Goto Contacts > menu options, choose Display preference.
Step 2. Enable the option Hide incomplete numbers.
Step 3. Choose Configure contact lists
Step 4. Select Mi Account contacts only.
Deleting Mi Account Contacts
The following steps are listed below,
Step 1. Goto Contacts > menu option, choose Organize contacts.
Step 2. Choose Merge duplicate contacts before deleting.
Step 3. Choose Delete batch > Select all the contacts > Select Delete contacts as shown below.
Next Step is to clear the App data of contact storage, for this
Method 1.
Step 1. Goto Settings > choose installed apps.
Step 2. Find Contact storage from the app list.
Step 3. Click on Clear app data
Method 2.
Goto Contacts > menu option, choose Organize contacts.
Choose Clear data.
Restoring the contacts
We need to rearrange the display preference for Google contacts
Step 1. Goto Contacts > menu options, choose Display preference.
Step 2. Enable the option Hide incomplete numbers.
Step 3. Choose Configure contact lists
Step 4. Select Google contacts only.
Finally you have fixed your issue by following the guidelines correctly. 
Turn on the sync.
Step 1. Goto Settings, Choose the Sync option.
Step 2. Choose Google from below the list.
Step 3. Choose the option for syncing Contacts> Sync now.
Step 4. After few minutes your contacts will be restored. 

Source: MIUI Forum


[Bug3] GPS is not working after the MIUI 9 Rollout 

Users Said
“This GPS issues is being spotted earlier in this year, and after that there was an update rolled out which fix the GPS problem. Now, it strike back after the update of new version of MIUI i.e., MIUI9. “

So, the problem of GPS is genuine and true, some of our team members are facing this issue, they tell us that the GPS problem will not going to be fixed even after restarting your device. The team also tells us that if they switch off GPS and then restart the device, then also issues continue. However, when I keep the GPS switched on, and then restart, after the restart in most cases the GPS works well.
Fix
Until now there is no solution for the problem. Also, some of our team members said that you can try the Factory Data Reset as it might work for you. Also, Mi Max 2, Mi Mix is fixed with the factory data reset. So, you can try this method it might help you out. Rest I would say that we and whole Mi community is continuous looking for the solution.

[Bug 4] Sometimes videos of YouTube, Facebook, Whatsapp can’t run properly in MIUI 9

So, if you guys are facing this problem then what’s the solution for it. So, before getting to the solution first you should see what users of MIUI 9 said
Users Said
“I have Xiaomi Redmi 4 and I have install MIUI 9 on my device and it works pretty well. However, there is a problem which I faced from last 5 to 10 days. I am not  be able to play videos sometimes from Facebook, YouTube and Whatsapp. It’s not working properly and I am facing this problem from last few weeks. What is the solution for it and how it can be fixed.”

Fix
So, this is the problem faced by the users. However, this is not faced by our team members. Although we have asked many of the Redmi 4 users and some of them said that sometimes video will not work properly while on the other hand some of the users said that they are not facing such problems. So, the first solution for this problem is you can reboot your device once you have start facing this problem. Also, if you still faced this problem you can restart your device with Data OFF it is recommended because sometimes your data network fall and it start interrupting your videos.
So, if you are not able to fix this issue by rebooting your device. Then, all you have to do is Factory Data Reset. This can be helpful for you and some of the users have finally fix the above issue of Videos not running properly.

[Bug5] Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Hotspot not working properly

User Said
“Hi…I am not able to ON my Wi-Fi Bluetooth and hotspot why I don’t know please help me my device is Mi Note 1S
Still my device is good condition.”
So, this is a genuine problem as it might be faced by you guys as our team said that they have faced this problem many times. So, what’s the first solution comes to your mind. Do comment in the comment box for this. However, we have found the solution for the above problem.

Fix

The first solution is you have to do a soft reset. So, what’s the soft reset this might be the first question which comes to your mind. The soft reset is you take out the battery from the device without shutting down. This might help you and fix this problem.
Second, you can reboot your device once you start facing this problem. Thus, if you not be able to fix this issue than you have to take a bold step of Factory Data Reset.

Factory Data Reset is recommended by our team as it help many of the users to fix the above problem. As, I told you earlier that before doing a Factory Data Reset you have to take a complete backup (Recommended) of the full device.      

So, these are some of the feedbacks & bugs which are fixed by our team. Hope you guys like it and do share it as much as you can. If you have any query than do let us know. Comment in the comment box for any assistance we will be right back to you. Suggestions and New Releases will soon going to rollout with the new update of MIUI 9. Also, if you guys think we have forget or missed something than do let us know in the comment section. We will appreciate any suggestions from you. 


[ROM][UPDATED] How to Download and Install MIUI 9 on Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, Mi Max 2 {2018}

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miui 9 started rolling out

The MIUI 9 Global ROM has been roll out to the market the Chinese smartphone making company Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 9 Global ROM. The company has selected almost all the devices. 


You can check out the List of devicesgetting an update of MIUI 9. To get started the Chinese company selected two devices, the first one is Redmi Note 4 and second one is Xiaomi  Mi Max 2. However, the MIUI 9 update will be restricted to only a few of the devices and you can see a steady rollout.


So, most of you guys having Redmi Note 4 and Mi Max 2 users can’t wait for the update of MIUI 9. However, you guys can wait for the official OTA(over-the-air) update. So, those who don’t want to wait can manually download and install MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM. Also, company has announced that rest of the Xiaomi devices, will get MIUI 9 ROM at the end of this November, 2017.



The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 and Xiaomi Mi Max 2 users are getting started receiving the MIUI 9 via an update over this weekend. So, what you have to do is wait patiently for a notification. Also, you guys can regularly check out in your updater app, to see whether your update has arrived or still you have to wait.

How to Download and Install MIUI 9 on your Xiaomi Smartphone

So, before getting started all the users of Xiaomi must check out that your battery percentage level must be above 60 percent and second you should take full backup of your APPS and data to be in a safe side.


Download Recovery or Fastboot package depending on the ROM version. If you are running the Developer ROM, then you have to download the Recovery package with .zip extension or alternatively those who are running the stable ROM shoul download the Fastboot package with .tgz extension.

Also, users of Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 and Xiaomi Mi Max 2 can also download and install the corresponding ROM from Xiaomi official website.



Steps for Installation

Step 1. Before fastbooting, users must have the bootloader unlocked. So, most of you know that how to unlock bootloader. But still those who don’t know can do it by Switching Off their smartphone and then press and hold volume down and power button simultaneously, it should power up the device with fastboot screen.


Step 2. Now users have to connect their smartphones with USB to PC, click on the refresh button in the Flash Tool APP and it should show device ID. If it will not show, then all you have to do is install Mi PC Suite and drivers from here. Now, extract the fastboot ROM downloaded, to a folder on PC.



Step 3. So, after doing this you have to open MiFlash Tool, and then select Clean available in the right down corner.

Step 4. Now, we have to browse location and select a folder where we have extracted the Fastboot ROM earlier and tap on the Flash.

Step 5. Hence, it will start flashing the device and it will take up to 3-5 minutes depending on your device as well as PC.

Note: Users should remember one thing that you should not remove your device while it is flashing.

Step 6. Finally, your device will reboot and congratulation you have successfully install MIUI 9.



Finally you have successfully install MIUI 9 on your Smartphone. Do tell us your experience and if you have any query comment in the comment box. See you guys in the next one. 

{UPDATED}[ROM] MIUI 9 Global ROM: Features of MIUI 9, List of compatible Smartphones [2018]

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MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM Features

The biggest smartphone making and selling company Xiaomi has recently announced the roll out of its custom ROM MIUI 9 for its users. However, Android based ROM was announced in July, 2017. Though it is exclusively available to the beta testers. The Xiaomi says that in new MIUI 9 it mainly focuses on making the app launches faster along with delivering a smoother interface with minimum latency. After the announcement of MIUI 9 the company added some cool features to the new update. Split screen, improved notification panel and new icon animations. 
Today we are here to discuss about some of the cool features of MIUI 9 and also company has announced a roadmap of eligible smartphones. Also, the latest update will cover almost all the Xiaomi smartphones including the Xiaomi Mi 2 that was launched in 2012. The Xiaomi Mi 3 launched in 2013 is also in race for the new update. 


So, here is the list of Xiaomi smartphones started to get the update.
Smartphones Launched in 2014
* Xiaomi Mi 4
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G
Smartphones Launched in 2015
* Xiaomi Mi Note
* Xiaomi Mi 4i
* Xiaomi Redmi 2
* Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G Prime
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 2
Smartphones Launched in 2016
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 3
* Xiaomi Redmi 3
* Xiaomi Redmi 3S
* Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime
* Xiaomi Redmi 4
* Xiaomi Redmi 4A
Smartphones Launched in 2017
* Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
* Xiaomi Mi Note 3
* Xiaomi Mi 6
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X
* Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A
* Xiaomi Redmi 4
* Xiaomi Redmi 4X
* Xiaomi Redmi Y1
* Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite


As, we all know that Xiaomi is the biggest smartphone selling company. So, the final version of MIUI 9 will first came out to those devices which are Xiaomi’s top selling smartphones. Also, users of Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 as well as Xiaomi Mi Max 2 and Xiaomi Mi Mi 2 will get update definitely. However, rest of the devices are scheduled and yet to be updated within a month. 


Features of MIUI 9: You guys will Love.
So, we all know last year MIUI 8 has rolled out to the market with features such as scrolling screenshots, SMS caller ID, Dual Apps, second space and many more cool features. However, in the new version with ‘lightning’ icon, to denote faster performance of the UI. As explained by the company the core of MIUI 9 is to make the user experience more fluid as well as reducing the app lags and optimized battery life.    
What you are going to love is MIUI 9 comes with an automatic background activity management for lesser stress on the battery life. It also provides you automatic cache cleaning and cache management. MIUI 9 basically aims to optimized performance as well as battery. Other system improvements include real-time defragmentation also the deep sleep recovery, core congestion control, and improved data transmission efficiency. And the final feature which most of us will love is Wi-Fi speed boost. As we all need internet and this is an amazing feature which we love most.

In the new update of MIUI 9 the Xiaomi has revamped the icon animations which looks more subtle and somehow it looks like Stock Android and you will feel it. MIUI 9 now allows users to use two apps simultaneously via split screen. The company also allows users to swap the dual screens according to their preferences. Although some cool feature about the MIUI 9 is that now you can give quick replies from the notification dropdown. Features like bundled app notification is also added to the update. 
One of the new features of MIUI 9 is the new APP Vault Section, which you can access by swiping right on the home screen. Also, Vault lets you add various apps for quicker access. Some of the APPS which are compatible with APP Vault are Notes, as well as QR code scan. 
Whether you are photographer or an amateur you know that how important is good photo apps are. So, here Xiaomi says that with the new update of MIUI 9 in photography experience has been improved. The MIUI 9 comes with an amazing photo editing tool that allows users to remove objects within an image. You will also get few Reality-based photo stickers. Now for multimedia enthusiasts, MIUI 9 supports all the major video file formats as well as it also bundled up your similar video files in one folder for easier access. 
However in MIUI 9 users can also download Mi Calculator, Mi Explorer and Mi Drop (Standalone Apps) available in the Play Store. Mi Drop, a popular feature on Xiaomi smartphones will now available as a dedicated application. You can also transfer all files formats with the help of Wi-Fi direct. You can also available for download by November 16.                   

The most of the users of Xiaomi are from India and the MIUI 9 also has a bunch of India-centric features such as the Panchang calendar, festival cards for over 26 festivals in India as well as Horoscope, News, Cricket Schedule, Football Schedule, Health as well as Fitness, and ‘On this Day’ information. You will love the Gallery APP because it now features 12 stickers’ sets onboard. However, the four stickers are exclusively designed for India. 

 So guys we have updated the Smartphone which are eligible and finally they are start rolling out with MIUI 9. Following are the devices and we have given the link to download and Install MIUI 9. 

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers…
What is MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM?
MIUI 9 is a Global Stable ROM which comes with 2 different versions:
The first version of MIUI is Developer and the second is Stable.
What is difference between Developer version and Stable version?

So, in Developer version (Global) is updated every week. Also, it gets new features as well as bugs are fixed in every update and is stable enough for daily usage. The developer option will help you out for daily updates and MIUI ROM will become more and more stable for users.
Now if we talk about the Stable version so, it will not receive regular updates and update frequency is pretty much low. However, the Stable version will updated once in a month or maybe two months. So, if you are common user then you guys can prefer Stable version of the ROM or maybe I can say that it is recommended to the common users.
How to Upgrade to MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM?
So, guys I have already posted the process of upgrading MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM. But no problem I will tell you again, just follow up the given tasks to upgrade MIUI 9.
  1. So, the very first step is to Backup your Data & APPS before you are going to update MIUI 9.
  2. In the second, if you are Stable ROM users of MIUI, then you have to check your updater App and look for the OTA update.
  3. MIUI Global Beta ROM users, please upgrade to MIUI 9 Stable via Fastboot method(download fastboot ROM).
  4. However, if your device is bootloader locked, then you have to just unlock it before Fastboot flashing.
Before upgrading to MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM version should I take note of anything else?

So, you just have to always remember the fundamental things like you have to full backup the user data before updating. Although OTA update won’t erase your data but to be on safe side you have to take the full backup all of your data to a computer.
Why didn’t I get the MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM update yet?

Don’t worry as the company recently announced that the update of MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM is being released in batches for Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 / Xiaomi Mi Max 2 and much more. Some users will receive the update earlier, while others may receive the update later. But all the users of the above-mentioned devices may receive the update for MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM soon. So, for users of other devices, please stay tuned to the Community!
MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM: Update Scheduled…
MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM has been equipped with all the building blocks that give a user, a perfect system with every essential feature built in.However, the advanced customization and information just a fingertip press away. MIUI 9 Global Stable update will be rolled out in batches as per the below schedule:
Update [7th Dec]
·         MIUI 9 Global Stable update for Mi Max / Mi Max Prime has been released
Update [5th Dec]
·         MIUI 9 Global Stable update for Redmi Y1 / Y1 Lite has been released
Update [22nd Nov]
·        MIUI 9 Global Stable update for Redmi 4 has been released, check the download link at the end.
Update [20th Nov]
·         An update will be released in batches to the users, we appreciate the patience meanwhile.
·         There might be a delay in update rollout for some devices from 2nd batch due to a critical bug, please stay tuned.
Update Schedule for MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM
1st Batch
·         Devices: Redmi Note 4, Mi Max 2
·         Date: Released on 8th November
2nd Batch | 1st Round
·         Date: Released on 16th Nov
·         Devices: Mi MIX 2, Mi 5
2nd Batch | 2nd Round
·         Date: Released 7th December
·         Devices: Redmi 4, Mi Max, Mi Max Prime, Redmi Y1, Redmi Y1 Lite
3rd Batch
·         Devices: Others
·         Date: Early January, 2018