Recording conversations on Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite: 3 ways with instructions

Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite (codenamed Pyxis) does not have a built-in call recording feature in standard MIUI firmware for the European region, but device owners can activate it through hidden settings, third-party apps or alternative firmware. In this article, we will analyze all working methods taking into account the features of the model, from official solutions to workarounds for users with root rights.

It's important to understand that the ability to record depends on the version of MIUI, the region of the firmware and legal restrictions. For example, in India and some Asian countries, the feature is available out of the box, and in Europe it is often blocked due to privacy laws. We tested all methods on the Mi 9 Lite with MIUI 12.5-14 and Android 10-11 - the results are summarized in the comparison table below.

If you're looking for a way to save important conversations for work or personal use, this guide will help you choose the best option. But remember, recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may violate local law.

Verification of the built-in recording function (official method)

On some versions of MIUI for Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite, the call recording function is hidden, but it can be activated via an engineering menu, which only works on firmware for India (MIUI INDIA) or global (MIUI Global) with certain builds.

To check for her presence:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Go to Settings. → Recording calls.
3. If you don’t have a paragraph, try entering the code ##6484## (test menu of the telephony module) in the dialer.

If you enter the code and you have a menu with Call Recording option, turn it on, otherwise you can move on to the following ways.

2.Using hidden MIUI settings (without root)

On MIUI 12.5 and later on the Mi 9 Lite, you can enable recording via hidden system settings, which does not require superuser rights, but does not work on all regional versions.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and dial ##4636##.
2. In the menu that appears, select Usage statistics.
3. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
4. Activate the Enable Call Recording option (if any).

If there is no point, try an alternative path:

• 📱 Install QuickShortcutMaker from Google Play.
• 🔍 In the search, type com.android.server.telecom.
• 🎤 Find the CallRecording action and create a shortcut on your desktop.
• 🔄 Run the shortcut - the entry menu will open, where you can enable the function.

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If the recording does not start automatically after activation, try manually pressing the recording button during the call (will appear in the call interface).

3. Third-party applications for recording calls

If the built-in methods don’t work, the best option is to use specialized applications. For Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite, you can use:

For the correct operation of applications on Mi 9 Lite:

1. Allow access to the Microphone and Phone in the Android settings.
2. Enable the option to display over other windows for the application.
3. In the battery settings, add the application to No Limits.

Install the application from an official source |

Allow all requested rights |

Disable battery optimization for the application|

Check the recording with a test call-->

4. Recording calls using Google Drive (alternative method)

If you need to record a conversation sporadically, you can use Google Drive without installing additional programs, which is suitable for the Mi 9 Lite on any version of MIUI, but requires manual recording.

Instructions:

1. During the call, turn on speaker.
2. Open Google Drive and click + → Record the sound.
3. Start recording, the sound will be captured through the microphone.
4. At the end of the call, save the file to the cloud.

Cons of the method:

• 🔊 Only your voice is recorded (unless the speakerphone is on).
• 📱 You need to keep your phone next to the speaker.
• 🔋 Fast discharge of battery.

5. fixing recording problems on Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite

If the recording is not working, check the following points:

⚠️ Attention: On firmware MIUI 13+ Mi 9 Lite can block access to system audio files, in this case, only installing custom firmware or rolling back on the system will help. MIUI 12.5.

For users with root rights:

• 🛠️ Install the Magisk CallRecorder module.
• 📝 Edit the file. /system/build.prop, Add the line ro.call.recording.enabled=true.
• 🔄 Reset the device.

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On the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite with MIUI 14, recording through third-party apps can be blocked due to Xiaomi's privacy policy.The only stable solution is the use of firmware based on Android 9 or custom builds (for example, LineageOS).

6. Legal aspects of recording conversations

In Russia, recording telephone conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed only if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 9 of the Federal Law). № However, the use of a court record or a public broadcast requires the consent of all parties.

In other countries, the rules differ:

• 🇺🇸 In most states, one-party consent is sufficient, but in California and Washington, all states need consent.
• 🇪🇺 EU: Requirements GDPR Informing the interlocutor about the recording.
• 🇨🇳 China: Recording without consent banned and punishable by fines.

Recommendations:

• 📢 Always notify the person you are writing (e.g., “The conversation is recorded to record the arrangements").
• 📄 Keep the records no longer than necessary.
• 🚫 Do not distribute records to third parties without permission.

7. Alternative ways to capture conversations

If software methods don’t work, consider hardware solutions:

• 🎧 Bluetooth headset with recording: Some models (like Plantronics Voyager) have a built-in microSD conversation recording feature.
• 📱 Second phone: Put the second smartphone next to you and record the conversation through its recorder.
• 🖥️ IP-Telephony: Services like Zoom or Skype allow you to record calls legally with notification of all participants.

Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite will also be suitable for a USB-C audio adapter with a microphone connector. Connect an external microphone (for example, Boya BY-M1) and use any recorder application to record.

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When using the second phone to record, turn on the aircraft mode to avoid interference from incoming calls.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls on Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite