How to make a false call on the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi: all the ways and legal risks

Simulating an incoming call on Xiaomi Redmi can be used in a variety of situations, from a harmless joke to creating an emergency alarm, but it is important to understand that such actions have not only technical limitations, but also legal consequences. Modern smartphones based on MIUI are equipped with protection against fraudulent manipulation of telephone functions, but there are still workarounds.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to simulate a call on Redmi Note devices 12/11/10 Pro, Redmi A2/A1 You will also learn what methods Google Play Protect blocks, how to recognize a fake call, and why such actions can lead to blocking. SIM-Criminal liability or even criminal liability in some countries.

1.Why false calls can be dangerous: the legal aspect

Before we get to the technical side, we need to understand the risks: in most countries, including Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan, counterfeiting phone calls for the purpose of fraud or blackmail is a violation of Article 159.6 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation ("Computer Fraud").

• 📵 Blocking. SIM-cards by the operator (MTS, Beeline, Tele2) on the complaint of the subscriber
• 🔍 Consideration of the case in the police if the call provoked panic (for example, imitation of an emergency number)
• 💳 Fine up to 300,000 rubles for using fake numbers for commercial purposes

It is especially dangerous to imitate calls from banks, taxi services or government agencies, for example, in 2023 in Moscow, a man was detained who used the Fake Call Pro app on Redmi 9T to call pensioners on behalf of Sberbank, who faces up to 5 years in prison.

⚠️ Note: If you set up a false call for security testing (for example, checking employee reactions), be sure to obtain written consent from all participants. Otherwise, this may be regarded as an invasion of privacy (Article 137 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation).

Method 1: Standard MIUI tools (without root)

The safest method is to use the built-in MIUI 14/13 features. It does not require superuser rights and works on all Redmis with a firmware version at least V14.0.3.0.TMCRUXM.

1. Open the Records app (mic icon).
2. Click + → Create a recording → Voice call.
3. Select any contact from the list (or add a new one with an arbitrary number).
4. Record a 3-5-second voice message (e.g., “Hello, where are you?”).
5. Save the recording and set it as the Notification Sound in the contact settings.
6. With the Task Scheduler (Settings → Additional → Planner), set up playback of this entry at the right time.

The downside is that the call will be played as a notification, not as a real incoming call, but it is 100% legal and does not violate Google Play's rules.

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If you want the call to interrupt an ongoing activity (such as a game), activate the Do Not Disturb mode with an exception for the selected contact, then the notification will be played even when the silent mode is turned on.

Method 2: Applications for Simulating Calls (with Risks)

Google Play and third-party stores like APKMirror have dozens of call simulation apps, but 90 percent of them either don't work on Xiaomi because of MIUI Optimization limitations, or they contain malicious code. We tested 3 relatively secure options:

Instructions for Fake Call – Prank Call

1. Download APK from the official website (not from the Play Market, the latest version has been removed).
2. In Redmi settings, allow installation from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).
3. Open the app and select Create New Call.
4. Enter a number (e.g. +7 999 123-45-67) and record a voice message.
5. Set up a timer or activate the call manually through the widget.

⚠️ Attention: Apps like Fake Call are often used by scammers to trick victims, and if you install such software, check it out with VirusTotal, many of them. APK They contain Trojans that steal. SMS bank card details.

4. Method 3: ADB-Teams for Advanced Users

If you have experience with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), you can play a false call through system event emulation.This method works on all Redmis with an unlocked bootloader, but requires a PC connection.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode on your smartphone: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and press 7 times.
2. Enable USB debugging in the developer menu.
3. Connect Redmi to your computer and execute the command: adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.CALL -d tel:+71234567890 (change the number to the right one).
4. To simulate an incoming call, use: adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.CALL_PRIVILEGED -d tel:+79876543210 --ez android.telecom.extra.INCOMING_NUMBER true

Limitations of the method:

• 🔌 Requires a permanent connection to the PC
• 🛠️ On the new versions MIUI Security Center can be blocked
• 📱 Does not work on devices with a blocked loader

5. Method 4: Automation through Tasker (for experienced)

Tasker is a powerful automation tool that allows you to simulate calls using plugins. Xiaomi Redmi is suitable for a combination of Tasker + AutoInput.

1. Install Tasker and AutoInput from Play Market.
2. Create a new task (Tasks → + → New Task).
3. Add Plugin → AutoInput → UI Interaction.
4. In the Text field, enter the number from which the subscriber must "call."
5. Add the phone → call action and specify the same number.
6. Set the trigger (for example, by time or gesture).

Example of a profile to simulate a call at 14:00:

Profile: Fake Call (Time)


From: 14:00 Till: 14:01




Task: Simulate Call




1. AutoInput [Configuration: Type: Text, Value: +79123456789]




2. Call [Number: +79123456789]

Install Tasker and AutoInput|Disable Battery Optimization for both applications|Permit to access telephone functions|Check the work manually before automation-->

Method 5: Physical simulation (for emergency cases)

If you need to create the illusion of a call without using software methods, you can go for a trick:

• 📱 Double. SIM-Map: Insert second SIM (For example, from a virtual operator Tinkoff Mobile, and call the main number, the call will look like an incoming call from an unknown subscriber.
• 🔊 Speaking: Record the sound of the phone call in advance (you can download it in format) MP3) and play it through the speaker, simultaneously pressing the lock button of the screen.
• 🤖 Voice Assistant: Set Alice or Google Assistant to “Simulate Call” with Playback of a Sound File.

This method leaves no digital traces and requires no special knowledge, but it is easy to expose, for example, if you do not have a call log entry.

7.How to Recognize a Fake Call on Your Xiaomi Redmi

If you suspect someone is trying to trick you with a false call, check out:

• 🔍 Call log: Real calls are displayed in the phone → Fakes may be missing or duplicated.
• 📶 Communication quality: Fraudulent calls often have poor connection or background noise (due to software simulation).
• 🔢 Subscriber number: Check the number through services like Getcontact or Truecaller – if it is marked as “Spam”, it is suspicious.
• ⏱️ Duration: False calls usually last exactly 3-5 seconds (playback time of the recording).

On Xiaomi Redmi you can include additional protection:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Incoming challenges.
2. Activate the spam filtering option.
3. Turn on a fraud warning.

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Starting with MIUI 13, Xiaomi integrated a database of fraudulent numbers from 360 Security. If a number is marked as suspicious, a red alert will appear on the screen with the text "Possible spam".

8. Alternative legal solutions

If your goal is not to cheat, but to create a realistic signal (e.g., to train employees or test security systems), consider legal alternatives:

• 📞 Virtual PBX: Services like Zadarma or Mango Office allow you to set up conditional calls on a schedule.
• 🤖 Chatbots: Telegram or WhatsApp can create a bot that will send voice messages with a simulated call.
• 🎭 Theatre Props: For shooting or productions, use special devices (for example, Fake Call Box) that generate a call sound without communication with the network.

These methods do not violate the law and do not require circumventing Xiaomi’s system restrictions.

FAQ: Frequent questions about false calls on Xiaomi