Xiaomi Rooting
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Notes
Bootloader unlocking is limited to one devices per year. [1]
Prerequisites
- Phone to unlock (Tried with Redmi Note 8 Pro)
- Rooting erases all data: Transfer to new phone / Backup (Don't forget 2FA, Whatsapp, Banking, ... which may require the old phone!)
- Mi Account
- SIM card (with mobile internet access)
- Computer
- ADB (Android SDK Platform Tools; Direct DL)
- Mi Unlock Tool (Direct DL at the time of writing)
Steps
Step 1 - ADB Access and OEM unlocking
- Enable developer settings
- Allow OEM unlocking
- Allow USB debugging
- Connect with ADB to phone (confirm permission prompt on phone)
Step 2 - Bind account to phone
- Insert SIM card (if not already inserted)
- In developer settings, search for Mi Unlock Status
- Click "Add account and device" and follow instructions
Step 3 - Fastboot and unlocking
- Enter the following ADB command to reboot into fastboot mode:
adb reboot bootloader- Alternatively: Power off phone, then press power and volume down at the same time
- Launch and sign in with the Mi Unlock Tool
- Follow instructions from the tool
- SMS which takes a few days???? [2]
Post-Root
ROMs
- From Xiaomi, e.g. Global
- Alternatives like LineageOS, Pixel Experience, HavocOS, ... [1]
Research
TWRP vs Magisk
https://xdaforums.com/t/root-ing-xiaomi-12-with-magisk.4445235/
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-xiaomi-12-and-12-pro/
https://xiaomitools.com/main-page-en/