How to set up a phone call record on Xiaomi Redmi 8T: all manner of 2026

Xiaomi Redmi 8T It is still a popular budget smartphone, but many users face a problem: the standard mobile phone application does not always offer the function of recording calls. In this article, we'll look at all the working methods, from official settings to workarounds using third-party applications. MIUI Often there are problems with access to files.

It is important to understand that the recording capabilities depend on the version. MIUI For example, in European versions, the feature may be blocked due to privacy laws, whereas in global or Chinese firmware it is available out of the box. 8T s MIUI 12.5 and Android 10, but the instructions are also relevant for newer versions.

If you are looking for a way to secretly record conversations (for example, for evidence in court), take into account the legal nuances: in most countries, it is required to notify the interlocutor of the recording. In Russia, according to Art. 23 of the Constitution, recording without consent is allowed only in cases provided for by law (for example, to protect your rights).

1. Verification of the built-in recording function in the standard “Phone” application

To start with, it's probably the simple fact that you already have a recording feature in your smartphone, but it's hidden in the settings. 8T It may appear or disappear after updates. MIUI. Here's how to find her:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the Recording Conversations section (if not, proceed to the following methods).
4. Activate the Automatic Record switch or select Write only selected ones.

If there is no record of conversations, try another way:

• 📞 During the call, click on the Record button (if it appears on the screen).
• 🔍 In some firmware, the function is hidden: dial ##4636##, go to Phone Information and check for Voice Recording.
• 📁 If the record is enabled, the files are saved in the folder. MIUI/sound_recorder/calls (Use a conductor with access to root folders, such as Mi File Explorer).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI In Europe, call recording is disabled at the core level, and if you see a message saying, "Function not available in your region," you'll have to use third-party solutions or reflash the device.

2. Set up recording via the engineering menu (hidden method)

If the standard methods didn't work, you can try activating the recording through the engineering menu. MIUI, But it often helps unlock hidden features. 8T firmware MIUI 13 This method is 70% successful.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and type the code: ##36446337## (this is a test code) MTK Engineer Mode, as Redmi 8T It is based on the Snapdragon 439 chip, but sometimes it works).
2. If the code didn't work, try the alternative: ##4636## → Choose Phone Information → Scroll down to Set preferred network type and click on it 5 times (sometimes this opens hidden settings).
3. In the engineering menu, find the Audio section. → Normal Mode → Type and select Sph (Microphone for recording).
4. Return to Audio and activate Voice Recording (if you have one).

After these manipulations, the Phone app may have a recording button during the call, and if not, restart the phone.

3. Use of third-party applications for recording

If the built-in methods don't work, the most reliable way is third-party apps. 8T best suited:

• 🎤 Cube Call Recorder ACR — It records automatically, supports cloud storage. MIUI Due to restrictions on access to the microphone.
• 📱 Call Recorder by Lovakara is a simple interface that works even on older versions of Android.
• 🔊 Boldbeast Call Recorder is the only app that can record both ends of a conversation on Xiaomi without root.mp3 and wav.
• 🌐 Google Voice is a free service from Google, but only records incoming calls and requires a US number (can be obtained through Google Fi).

How to set up Boldbeast (recommended for Redmi) 8T):

1. Download the application from the official website (the old version in the Play Market).
2. When you first start, select Record Mode 8 (optimized for Xiaomi).
3. In the settings, specify: File format: MP3 Quality: High (128 kbps) Sound source: Microphone + top-speaker
4. Enable the option to ignore MIUI restrictions.
5. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 12.5+ The recording applications may stop working after the update, due to Xiaomi’s tightening of privacy policy, in which case only the rollback of the firmware or obtaining root rights will help.

4. Solving problems with record retention

Frequent problem at Redmi 8T — The records are not saved or disappear after the reboot. MIUI It blocks access to the records folders:

• 📁 Change the save folder: In the settings of the application to record, specify the path /storage/emulated/0/Download/Calls (Download folder is usually available without restrictions).
• 🔧 Use a file manager with root: Install FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer, enable superuser mode and manually copy the records to the cloud.
• ☁️ Automatic upload to the cloud: Set up sync in the recording app with Google Drive or Dropbox. ACR This is done in the Cloud Upload section.
• 🔄 Turn off battery optimization: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Call Recorder → Battery and select No Limitations.

If the recordings are interrupted or only your voice is recorded, check:

• 🎙️ Is speaker mode on during a conversation (sometimes this helps to record both conversations).
• 🔇 Is not activated Do Not Disturb Mode or Lock the microphone in the settings MIUI.
• 📶 Communication quality: when a weak signal, the recording may be interrupted.

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If the recording app doesn't see calls, try making it the default app for phone calls. → Annexes → Default applications → Phone and select your recorder.

5. Alternative methods: recording via a second phone or headset

If the software methods don't work, then the hardware solutions are left, and they're less convenient, but they work 100 percent of the time.

• 📱 Second phone: Put a second smartphone with the voice recorder on next to it (like an iPhone with Voice Notes.
• 🎧 Recorded bluetooth headset: Some models (e.g. Sony) DR-BT22 Plantronics Voyager can record conversations on internal memory, and then the files are transferred to the PC.
• 🎤 External voice recorder: Connect through USB-C 3.5 mm external recording device (e.g. Zoom) H1n). It is a professional solution for important negotiations.
• 💻 Recording via PC: Connect Redmi 8T To your computer, turn on modem modem and use Audacity to record sound from the microphone.

To record through the headset, configure:

1. Connect the headset to Bluetooth.
2. In Bluetooth settings on Redmi 8T Turn on high-quality audio (AAC).
3. Start recording on the headset (usually with a button on the case).
4. After the conversation, transfer the file via Bluetooth or memory card.

⚠️ Note: When using external devices, the recording may record echoes or noises. To improve quality, place a second phone or voice recorder 30 to 50 cm from the main apparatus and use noise reduction in the audio editor (for example, in Adobe Audition or Ocenaudio).

6.Legal aspects of recording conversations in 2026

Before you record calls, make sure you don't break the law.

In Russia according to the decision of the Plenum of the Supreme Court № 16 of 2019, recording a conversation without consent is allowed if:

• You are a participant in the conversation.
• Recording is maintained to protect your rights (e.g., evidence of threats or fraud).
• You do not distribute the recording publicly without good reason.

If you plan to use the record in court, in advance:

• 📝 Make a record with the date, time and participants.
• 🔗 Link the record to other evidence (e.g., correspondence screenings or SMS).
• 👨‍⚖️ Consult a lawyer about the admissibility of a record in your case.

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In Russia, recording a conversation without consent is legal only for personal use or protection of rights, and the dissemination of such recording may entail liability under Art. 137 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (“Violation of privacy”).

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When setting up a record on Redmi 8T Users often make mistakes:

• 🚫 Do not check access rights: After installing the recording application, forget to allow access to the Microphone, Warehouse and Phone. → Annexes → Permits.
• 🔋 Save the battery: MIUI aggressively closes the background processes. Add the write app to the Battery Optimization Excluded.
• 📶 Ignoring communication quality: If the signal is weak, the recording may be interrupted. Before an important call, check the network level.
• 🗑️ Do not clear cache: If the recording is unstable, clear the cache of the phone app and restart the smartphone.
• 🔄 Not updated: In new versions MIUI Record bugs are often fixed. Check the updates in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

Another common problem is that the recording is saved without sound.

• 🎛️ Incorrect settings of the sound source in the application (you need to select the Microphone) + dynamics).
• 🔇 Antivirus locks microphone (disable Avast, 360 Security, or other permission management software).
• 🛠️ Damage to audio drivers (helps reset settings to factory settings).

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If the recording is interrupted after 5-10 minutes, check the traffic saving settings in the MIUI. Some firmware limits background activity of applications on the mobile Internet.

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