[Updated] Redmi 9 MIUI 12 stable update begins rolling out; Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro also gets it in Russia (Download link inside)

New updates are being added at the bottom of this story…….

Original story (published on July 27, 2020) follows:

The stable MIUI 12 update is now rolling out to many Xiaomi devices including the Redmi 9 and Mi 9T Pro. Xiaomi is done with the first round of its stable MIUI 12 update rollout schedule while the second round is due to begin in August.

Now, the Chinese Redmi 9 units are receiving the stable MIUI 12 update while the Global and European units are yet to receive it. So, you can finally get a taste of the stable Redmi 9 MIUI 12 update if you managed to get your hands on a Chinese unit.

Here’s the extensive changelog along with the download link if you want to flash the update manually:

Changelog:

[Highlights]
-MIUI 12. Yours alone.
[System animations]
-New: All-new physically based animation engine with advanced architecture will refresh your device’s look.
-New: Dynamic window technology takes switching screen orientation to a new level.
[System visuals]
-Brand new visual design works for all types of content and languages.
-Magazine-level layouts bring important things into the spotlight and make content structure clear.
[Privacy protection]
-New: MIUI 12 is the first Android-based mobile OS that went through the rigorous enhanced privacy protection testing.
-New: Reset your device ID and control how it’s used based on virtual ID technology.
-New: Grant permissions that will be used only while you’re using an app.
-New: You can also grant permissions just once, and decide again next time a permission is required.
-New: Restrict access to telephony to third party apps.
-New: Return blank messages to the apps that require personal information.
-New: Receive notifications whenever apps record audio, use camera, or access your location.
-New: Use secure sharing to control what additional data is sent along with shared items.
-New: Get comprehensive stats on how apps use permissions in app behavior history.
-New: Visit privacy.miui.com to learn how MIUI protects your privacy.
-Optimization: Apps aren’t allowed to launch other apps in the background now.

[Floating windows]
-New: Pull down a notification sent by a messenger app to turn it into a floating window.
-New: Floating windows keep apps running in the foreground even when you pause to do other things.
-New: You can minimize a floating window using a full screen gesture.
-New: You can open an app in a floating window directly from Recents.
-Optimization: Press and hold an app preview in Recents to choose between Split screen and floating windows.
[AI Call Assistant]
-New: Mi AI can answer your calls now!
-New: You can record a customized greeting that will be played to the other person during AI calls.
-New: Customized greetings are also supported for outgoing calls.
[Xiaomi Health]
-New: All-new Xiaomi Health gives you more options and makes your health stats more accurate.
-New: Put your device next to you before falling asleep to analyze your sleep cycle and record talking and snoring.
-New: You can sync data with supported wearable and smart home devices.
-New: Xiaomi Health can remind you to stand up and move when it detects that you’ve been sitting down for too long.
-New: The app also analyzes your stats and gives you simple health advice.
[Control center]
-New: Swipe down from the upper right corner of your screen to open Control center.
-New: Animated icons are a joy to look at!
[Accessibility]

-New: Mi Ditto combines dictation and speech output, making mobile devices more convenient for people who have difficulties using conventionally designed smartphones.
[Dark mode]
-New: Dark mode support is also provided for third party apps now.
-New: Contrast is lowered automatically in low light conditions to protect your eyes.
-New: Font weight is adjusted to Dark mode as well, reducing blur and glare.
-New: Wallpapers can be displayed in darker palette when your device switches to Dark mode.
[Always-on display]
-New: You can use custom images with Always-on display now.
-New: Usage history saves all your choices and allows you to come back to them.
[Trips]
-New: Traffic and suggested routes to airports and train stations.
-New: You can track your previous trips now.
-New: Checklists for trips.
-New: Alarms for train arrivals.
[Mi Carrier Services]
-New: View your SIM balance and mobile data usage stats.
-New: Save frequently used phone numbers to top up balance and buy mobile data later.
-New: Buy SIM cards and services.
[System]
-Fix: Noise could be heard when the screen was turned off in some cases
[Messaging]
-New: Promotional messages are grouped according to their content now.
[Status bar, Notification shade]
-New: All-new design.
[Home screen]
-New: Animated Home screen icons are neat and satisfying.
-New: We’ve added a new animation for uninstalling apps.
-New: Gravitational animations make returning to Home screen look seamless and natural.
[Themes]

-New: More than 2000 new Always-on display themes.
[Weather]
-New: New animations bring the weather from outside directly to your screen.
[Settings]
-New: Security introduces new comprehensive privacy protection mechanisms.
-New: Lite mode simplifies your device and brings essential features up front.
-New: New full screen gestures for switching between apps are available.
[File Manager]
-New: Use the floating shortcut to filter and sort items, as well as switch view.
[Calendar]
-New: New layout tailored for landscape orientation is available now.
-New: We added lots of fresh animations that will accompany your actions.
-New: Calendar cards will remind you about important events and anniversaries.
[Notes]
-New: You can create folders with notes now.
-New: New dynamic backgrounds look gorgeous!
-New: Tasks are completed with a satisfying animation now.
-New: Checklists of subtasks make managing your agenda much simpler.
[Security]
-New: New animations feel natural and refreshing.
-New: Keep your home safe with smart home device alerts.
-New: Binging your favorite shows will be more convenient with our new video toolbox.
[Xiaomi Cloud]
-New: Shared family storage plan is available now.
[Other]
-Some features might not be available on this device. Visit www.miui.com to learn more about MIUI 12.

• Device: Xiaomi Redmi 9
• Codename: lancelot
• Channel: China Stable
• Version: 12.0.1.0.QJCCNXM
• Android: 10
  • Type: Recovery
    • Download: Link
    • MD5: 79579275a00d7c8dc4ed7b07e3c6dcd0

The Mi 9T Pro variants have been receiving the MIUI 12 update as well. The Global variant received the update earlier in the month along with the Chinese variant, which is known as the Redmi K20 Pro, followed by the Indian variant.

Only the Russian Mi 9T Pro was left which is now receiving the stable MIUI 12 update. The download link for the Russian ROM is given along with the changelog below.

Changelog:

[Highlights]
-MIUI 12. Yours alone.
[System animations]
-New: All-new physically based animation engine with advanced architecture will refresh your device’s look.
-New: Dynamic window technology takes switching screen orientation to a new level.
[System visuals]
-Brand new visual design works for all types of content and languages.
-Magazine-level layouts bring important things into the spotlight and make content structure clear.
[Super wallpapers]
-New: Super wallpapers break physical boundaries and keep inspiring you with every touch.
-Fix: Status bar colors weren’t displayed correctly in the Dark mode

[Privacy protection]
-New: MIUI 12 is the first Android-based mobile OS that went through the rigorous enhanced privacy protection testing.
-New: Use secure sharing to control what additional data is sent along with shared items.
[Control center]
-New: Swipe down from the upper right corner of your screen to open Control center.
-New: Animated icons are a joy to look at!
[Casting]
-New: You can hide private items while casting and minimize the window to multitask.
[Always-on display]
-Fix: Lock screen items were shown on the Always-on display
[Camera]
-New: New Pro mode features and descriptions
-Optimization: Pro mode parameter naming

[Weather]
-New: New animations bring the weather from outside directly to your screen.
[Settings]
-New: Lite mode simplifies your device and brings essential features up front.
[Notes]
-New: You can create folders with notes now.
-New: New dynamic backgrounds look gorgeous!
-New: Tasks are completed with a satisfying animation now.
-New: Checklists of subtasks make managing your agenda much simpler.
[Security]
-New: New animations feel natural and refreshing.
-New: Binging your favorite shows will be more convenient with our new video toolbox.

• Device: Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
• Codename: raphael
• Channel: Russia Stable
• Version: 12.0.1.0.QFKRUXM
• Android: 10
  • Type: Recovery
    • Download: Link
    • MD5: c51c3f53082958e677ba7b81b6c58da8

The Mi 9T Pro (Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro) has now received the latest update globally as no more variants are left. However, the wait for the stable MIUI 12 update is still on for Global and European Redmi 9 units.

While Xiaomi is steadily releasing the MIUI 12 update, be sure to go through our dedicated MIUI 12 tracker to stay updated.

Xiaomi seems to have rolled back the MIUI 12 update for the Redmi 9 in China. This is because the phone is receiving a new update with the software version 11.0.5.0.QJCCNXM that is based on MIUI 11. Check out more details regarding the update here.

IST: 12:05 pm: Xiaomi Redmi 9 MIUI 12 beta stable update has been re-released in China for a limited number of users. The update comes with software version number V12.0.1.0.QJCCNXM which is same as the previous beta release which was rolled back due to the bugs involved. Read the entire coverage here.

IST 10:53 am: While the Chinese variants of the Redmi 9 have received the stable MIUI 12 update, users with Global variants are yet to get Xiaomi’s latest skin. Now, a new MIUI 11-based update has been released for global units as version 11.0.8.0.QJCMIXM which brings the September security patch.

Changelog:

System
Updated Android Security Patch to September 2020. Increased system security.
Camera
New: Watermarks
New: Fullscreen mode

In case you aren’t willing to wait for the OTA update to arrive or simply want to install the new update fresh, you can manually download it via the link provided below:

• Device: Redmi 9
• Codename: lancelot
• Channel: Global Stable
• Version: V11.0.8.0.QJCMIXM
• Android: 10
  • Type: Recovery
    • Download: Link

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