Recording conversations on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: all ways and hidden chips

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro’s phone recording feature can be useful in a variety of situations, from fixing important business conversations to saving memorable conversations with loved ones. However, not all users know that the standard Phone application in MIUI is limited — and some recording methods are completely hidden from view. In this article, we will discuss all working ways to activate recording, including bypassing system restrictions and using third-party tools.

The Redmi Note 9 Pro (global version of joyeuse) is that the recording feature can be blocked at the firmware level — especially in regional versions for the EU or India, because of local privacy laws. But even in such cases, there are workarounds. It is important to understand that recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may violate the laws of your country, which we will also touch upon at the end of this article.

To avoid wasting time rechecking each step, we tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 12.5-14 (including MIUI 14.0.4.0 for the Redmi Note 9 Pro). If your firmware is older, some menu items may differ, but the logic remains the same. Let's get to the practice.

1. Built-in recording of conversations: where to look and how to turn on

Let's start with the most obvious, the standard Phone app, which is there in most regions (except the EU) but hidden in the back of the settings, and here's how to find it:

Open the Phone app and go to Recent (the icon at the bottom of the screen). Here tap the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings. Next, scroll down to the Conversation Record box — if you have one, you're in luck. If not, read the next section on hidden settings.

Turn on the conversation recorder and select one of the modes:

• 📞 Recording all calls – Automatically fixing every conversation (takes up a lot of memory).
• 🔄 Record only selected - manually start recordings during a call.
• 🚫 Disabled – the function is deactivated.

When you activate the call, you'll see a record button (mic icon) -- click on it to start fixing. Finished files are saved in the folder. MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec It's important that if you use a memory card, the path may change. /storage/XXXX-XXXX/DCIM/CallRecordings, where XXXX-XXXX — unique ID device.

Hidden MIUI settings: how to unlock a record in restricted regions

If your Phone app doesn't have a Call Record, it doesn't mean it's completely removed, it's hidden in the firmware for the EU, India and some other regions, and you'll need an engineering menu or system file editing to activate it.

The safest way is to use the code for the test menu. Open the Phone app and type in the combination:

##4636##

In the menu that appears, select Phone Information, then scroll down to Turn on/off call recording. If you have one, turn it on. If not, try an alternative method with ADB (described below).

For advanced users, there is another option: edit the cscfeature.xml file via Root or ADB. This file stores information about the available features for your region.

<CscFeature_Phone_SetCallRecording>false</CscFeature_Phone_SetCallRecording>

And then you change false to true. And then you change that, you get the conversation record in the settings, but you can disappear after you update MIUI, and you have to repeat the procedure.

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Before using the engineering menu, back up the data. Some test commands can cause a network reset or other problems.

3. Recording via Google Phone: an alternative for global firmware

If Xiaomi’s standard Phone app doesn’t suit, you can install an alternative dialer called Google Phone (officially simply Google’s Phone) that supports recording conversations on most devices, including the Redmi Note 9 Pro, but with reservations:

Download the app from Google Play (link: com.google.android.dialer) and install it as the default app for calls.

1. Open Google Phone and go to Settings → Record conversations.
2. Enable the option to always record or record selected calls.
3. When using the phone for the first time, give all the necessary permissions (microphone, access to calls).

The main disadvantage of this method is that the recording only works on Android 9 and below. On the Redmi Note 9 Pro with Android 11/12, the function can be blocked due to changes in Google’s privacy policy, in which case, when you try to record, a notification will appear: “Talk recording is not available on this device.”

Another thing is that files are saved to the Google Drive cloud, not to the device. This is convenient for backup, but requires a stable Internet connection. To download recordings to your phone, go to Settings → Record conversations → Record records.

4. Third-party applications: TOP-3 programs for recording

If the built-in methods didn't work, third-party apps will come to the rescue, and we tested dozens of options and selected the three most reliable ones for the Redmi Note 9 Pro:

Before installing any of these applications, check the permissions in Settings → Apps → Permissions. To work correctly, you will need access to:

• 🎤 Microphone (to record your voice).
• 📞 Call log (to recognize numbers).
• 📁 Storage (to save files).

Important: On Android 10+, apps are not allowed to record audio during a call through standard APIs. So many programs use workarounds, such as creating a virtual call over VoIP or turning on speakerphone, which can reduce the quality of the recording or cause suspicion in the interlocutor (he will hear an echo).

Make sure that the security settings allow installation from unknown sources | Check the free space on the device (minimum 500 MB) | Disable battery optimization for the application | Test recording on a short call-->

5. Recording via speakerphone: an emergency method without applications

If none of the above methods worked, the "old-fashioned" method, which is recording through speakerphone and external voice recorder, is suitable for one-time cases and does not require the installation of additional software.

Algorithm of action:

1. Turn on speaker during the call (button with speaker icon).
2. Open the standard Dictaphone app (com.miui.soundrecorder) or any other app (e.g. Easy Voice Recorder).
3. Start recording – the microphone of the smartphone will capture sound from the speaker.
4. At the end of the conversation, save the file and, if necessary, cut the unnecessary fragments in the editor (for example, Lexis Audio Editor).

The main disadvantage of this method is the low sound quality and background noise, to improve the result:

• 📱 Place your phone on a soft surface (such as a sofa) to avoid echoes.
• 🔇 Reduce the volume to 70-80% to avoid distortion.
• 🎧 Use headphones with a microphone – bring the microphone to the smartphone speaker.

Files recorded in this way are stored in the Recordings or SoundRecorder folder in internal memory and can be converted to MP3 through the Audio Converter app (available on Google Play).

Legal Aspects: Can Conversations Be Recorded Without Consent?

The technical side of the issue is solvable, but it is also legal, with most countries regulating the privacy and personal data laws to record telephone conversations, and here are the key points for different regions:

🇷🇺 Russia: According to Article 23 of the Constitution and Article 138 of the Criminal Code, recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed if you are a participant in the conversation.

🇺🇸 Laws vary by state, most require at least one-party consent, but some states (e.g. California) require all participants.

🇪🇺 European Union: According to GDPR, Recording conversations without consent is prohibited unless there is a legitimate basis (e.g. evidence of a crime).

To avoid problems:

• ⚖️ Always alert the person to the recording (e.g., “I’m turning on the record for the record, you’re fine with it?").
• 📄 Keep the records no longer than necessary.
• 🔒 Do not distribute files without the consent of the participants.

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. Germany, France) for illegal recording of conversations are fined before the date of the recording. €250,000 or criminal liability.Clarify local laws before using the feature.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after setting up correctly, recording conversations on the Redmi Note 9 Pro can malfunction.

Problem 1: Recording does not start automatically.

• 🔹 Check if battery optimization for the Phone app or third-party recorder is disabled.
• 🔹 Make sure that the device has enough free space (minimum 100 MB).
• 🔹 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes resetting temporary files helps.

Problem 2: Only my voice is recorded and the interlocutor is not heard.

• 🔹 Try to turn on speakerphone for 2-3 seconds during the call - it can "wake up" the microphone.
• 🔹 Check if the microphone is covered with a cover or film.
• 🔹 In the recording settings, select the sound source Voice Call (not Microphone).

Problem 3: Record files are not saved.

• 🔹 Check the storage access permissions for the app.
• 🔹 Make sure that the folder for records is not protected (for example, not located in the file). Android/data/).
• 🔹 Try manually specifying the save path in the application settings.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI The record stopped working, try to roll back to the previous firmware version via Fastboot or wait for a patch from Xiaomi.

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The most reliable way to record on the Redmi Note 9 Pro is a combination of the standard manually launched Phone app and a backup third-party recorder (such as the Cube ACR).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions