How to update the Camera app on Xiaomi: 4 proven ways

Why Update the Camera App on Xiaomi and When It’s Needed

The camera app on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most important for most users, and it is not only new features like the one that depend on its version. AI-Retouch or night mode, but also stability, speed of processing of images, and sometimes even the quality of photos. the manufacturer regularly releases updates that fix bugs, adding support for new formats (for example, the manufacturer regularly releases updates that fix the bugs, RAW for flagships) or optimizing work with specific models of chipsets.

When should you think about updating? First, if you notice hangings while shooting, errors like “Camera is not responding” or lack of promised features (for example, the lack of a feature, 8K-Video on Xiaomi 13 Ultra.Second, after major updates MIUI — Sometimes a new firmware version requires an up-to-date version of the app. Third, if you bought a hands-on smartphone (like AliExpress), where the camera may be outdated.

It’s important to understand that on some models (especially budget or older ones like the Redmi Note 8), camera updates may come less frequently or stop altogether. APK-The file is the only way to get new features.

Method 1: Update via MIUI (built-in software)

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools.It is suitable for most users, as it does not require additional actions and guarantees compatibility with your Xiaomi model.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings app** (cog icon).
• 🔍 Scroll down and select About Phone.
• 🔄 Slip on Update. MIUI (Update the system on new versions).
• 🔍 If an update for the camera is available, it will appear in the list.Click Download and wait until it's finished.
• 🔄 After installation, restart your phone – this is a must for the application of changes.

⚠️ Note: If there is no camera item in the updates section, it means that for your model and region, it is not a good idea (Global/EEA/China) The current version is already installed. In that case, try other ways.

Check the battery (minimum 50%)

Connect to Wi-Fi (updates weigh 100-300MB)

Close all background applications

Shut down. VPN (It can block Xiaomi servers)-->

On some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU), camera updates may come separately from system updates, in which case they appear in the App Updates section of the Settings → About Phone.

Method 2: Update via Google Play (for global versions)

If your Xiaomi is running on global firmware (MIUI Global or EEA), the Camera app** can be updated via Google Play.This is true for models released after 2020 (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X4 Pro, Xiaomi 12T).

How to check and update:

• 🛒 Open the Google Play Store.
• 📌 Find the official app from Xiaomi Inc. (check the name and icon!).

⚠️ Attention: On Chinese firmware (MIUI China) this method does not work - the camera app there is updated only through MIUI Also be careful with fakes: Play Market has fraudulent apps with similar names (like Camera for Xiaomi) that are not related to official software.

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Important: On some models (like the POCO F3 or Redmi K40), the camera app on Google Play may be called "POCO Camera" instead of "Mi Camera." Always specify the name for your model.

Method 3: Manual installation APK-File (for experienced users)

If the automatic methods don't work, you can manually install the latest version of the camera.

• 📱 Smartphones on Chinese firmware (where there is no Google Play).
• 🔧 Devices with custom firmware (for example, LineageOS).
• 🚀 Users who want to test the beta version of the camera.

Step-by-step:

1. Download. APK: Find the current version on trusted resources: 🔗 Official Xiaomi Community Forum (Section) MIUI Updates). 🔗 APKMirror (Look for Xiaomi Inc's Mi Camera.). 🔗 Telegram channels, like, MIUI Updates Tracker.

Check the compatibility:

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Redmi Note 11

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POCO F3

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Set the APK:

• 📁 Move the file to the phone memory.
• 🔧 Allow installation from unknown sources: Settings → Annexes → Special rights → Installation of unknown applications.
• 📌 Launch it. APK-file and follow the instructions.
• Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Manual installation may result in loss of camera data (e.g. custom settings or saved filters) and some firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU) require pre-deleting the older version via a new version. ADB:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.camera

Method 4: Update via MIUI Recovery (for system updates)

Sometimes, the camera update comes as part of a full firmware package installed through MIUI Recovery, which is relevant if:

• 🔄 You haven’t updated the system in a while (for example, you’ve stayed on the system). MIUI 12 when I was out. MIUI 14).
• 📦 The manufacturer released a major camera update with new processing algorithms (for example, for the Xiaomi 13 Pro with a sensor). IMX989).
• 🛠️ Previous methods failed due to corrupted system files.

Instructions:

1. Download the full firmware package (not OTA!) For your model from the official website: 🔗 MIUI Downloads (select Recovery) ROM). 🔗 Xiaomi Firmware Updater (alternative source).

update.zip

root-folder

Download

Recovery

• Turn off the phone.
• Press Volume Up + Power before the Mi logo appears.
• Select the language and tap on Install update.zip.
• Wait for the installation to be completed (5-10 minutes) and restart.

⚠️ Note: Installation via Recovery resets all user data if you have selected Wipe Data.Always back up via Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

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Before upgrading via Recovery, check the current firmware version in Settings → About Phone → MIUI. If the new firmware is less than 2 versions older than the current one (for example, you have 14.0.3 and update 14.0.5), you can update without resetting data.

Solving Common Errors When Updating Your Camera

Even when following the instructions, users face problems, and consider the most common ways to solve them:

1. Application Not Installed Error When Installing APK

• 🔧 Reason: Incompatibility of the version APK with your firmware or processor architecture.
• 🛠️ Solution: Download APK For your model code name (see table above). ARM64 (most of the modern Xiaomis, or ARMv7 (Remove the old version through ADB (command is given above).

2.The camera dyes after the update

• 🔧 Causes: Conflict with Magisk modules (if there is root), corrupted configuration files, or incompatibility with the custom core.
• 🛠️ Solution: Clear the cache and application data (see the spoiler instructions above). Disable the Magisk modules associated with the camera (e.g., Magisk modules, ANX Install the stock version of the camera from firmware via Fastboot.

3.There are no updates to MIUI, although they should be

• 🔧 Reasons: Regional restrictions, blocked Xiaomi servers (relevant to Russia and some CIS countries), or suspended support for the model.
• 🛠️ Solution: Try changing the region to Settings → Additionally. → Region to India or Hong Kong (reset required). VPN (For example, ProtonVPN) when checking for updates. Install the update manually via Recovery (method 4).

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If after updating the camera missing features like Pro Mode or AI-recognition scenes, check the settings of the application: sometimes they are reset to standard.

How to check the camera version and roll back if necessary

To see if your camera needs an update, check the current version first:

1. Open the Camera app**.
2. Tap on. ⚙️ Settings (cog in the upper right corner).
3. Scroll down and select About Program or Version.
4. Take a picture or write down the version number (e.g. 7.3.105).

If there are bugs after the update, you can roll back to the previous version:

• 🔄 Install the old version and disable automatic updates in Google Play.

⚠️ Note: Retracement to the old version may lead to the inoperability of new features MIUI, If they depend on an updated camera, for example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro, after a rollback, Dolby Vision may stop working. HDR video.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi camera upgrade