Redmi 9T: What to do immediately after purchase
Xiaomi Redmi 9T is a budget-friendly but functional device with a 6,000 mAh battery, Snapdragon 662 processor and quadruple camera. However, even the most advanced device requires the right initial setup to unlock its potential. Many users miss important points during the first turn-on phase, which leads to performance, autonomy or security issues.
This article doesn’t just list menu items, it explains why you need to make certain settings, what settings are critical for the Redmi 9T (rather than smartphones at all), and how to avoid common mistakes, such as why disabling MIUI Optimization can speed up the interface but also increase battery consumption, or how to adjust adaptive brightness so that the screen doesn’t blind at night without wasting the charge.
We'll take you through the "snap-out" settings, from unpacking the box to hidden features that aren't mentioned in the official instructions, and at the end, you'll find an FAQ that answers the most frequent questions from Redmi 9T owners.
Preparing for the first inclusion: what to do before setting up
Before you press the power button, follow a few simple but important steps that will save you time and nerves later.
- 🔋 Charging to 50-70%. Despite the battery, the Redmi 9T It consumes a lot of energy when you first turn on (software update, file indexing). Do not turn on the phone with the battery drained - this can lead to incorrect initialization of the power controller.
- 📶 Connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi. If your router supports dual-band, select 5GHz network for the first setup. This will speed up update downloads and account sync.
- 📱 Preparation SIM-maps. 9T Supports two nano-SIMs or one nano-SIM + microSD. If you use two SIMs, make sure they are cropped correctly - faulty SIM can lock the slot.
- 🔐 Backup. If you're switching from another Android smartphone, backup it with Google Drive or Mi Cloud. 9T Auto-Recovery is enabled by default, but it only works when backup is available.
⚠️ Note: If you are buying a Redmi 9T Hands on, make sure to complete the reset (Settings) → The phone. → Reset settings before setting up. The previous owner could have linked the device to his Mi Account, which will block you from accessing certain features.
Now you can turn on your smartphone. Hold the power button (on the right side) until the Redmi logo appears. The first turn on can take up to 2-3 minutes - this is normal, since the system conducts initial diagnostics of hardware components.
Step-by-step settings at the first start
After you turn on, you will be greeted by the MIUI Setup Wizard, and we will walk through its steps, explaining which parameters should be changed immediately.
- Language and region choice: Install Russian (Russia) Region affects the services available: for example, when choosing China, you will not be able to access Google Play.
- Connect to Wi-Fi. Select your network. If Wi-Fi is not working, check if Flight Mode is on (it is activated by default).
- Sign in to Mi Account. There are two options: 🔑 Create a new account if you don’t already have a Mi Account. 🔄 Enter the existing one if you've already used Xiaomi smartphones, and it will give you access to cloud storage and synchronization.
⚠️ Note: Without binding to Mi Account, you will not be able to use Find Device (search for your phone when you lose) and Mi Cloud (backup).
Setting up Google services
Google account
Play Market
Gmail
Synchronization of data
Pass over
Setting up the lock screen
- 🔐 Password is the most reliable option.
- 📱 pattern lock – convenient, but less secure.
- 👆 Fingerprint – Quick access, but requires password settings.
- Personal details: Enter your name (will be displayed in contacts and some apps).
- You can skip setting up Google Assistant if you don't use the voice assistant.
Limitation of background activity
Many apps continue to work in the background even when they're not needed.
- 🛑 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
- 📱 Select an app (such as Facebook or Instagram).
- 🔄 Limit background activity.
- ⚡ Enable the option to save battery power.
2. Color temperature
To reduce the pressure on the eyes in the evening:
- 🌓 Enable Night Mode in Settings → Display. → Night mode.
- 🕒 Set a schedule from sunset before sunrise or ask your own.
- 🔥 Adjust the color temperature to the warm level (about 70%).
2. Navigation gestures
The Redmi 9T supports three types of navigation:
- 🔘 The buttons are the classic three buttons at the bottom of the screen.
- 👆 Gestures MIUI — Swipes from the bottom for return, home and multitasking.
- 📱 Full-screen gestures – like in the iPhone (swipe from below to return home).