Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro is the flagship smartphone with advanced MIUI firmware, but even in it, the call recording function is not always available out of the box. Depending on the software version, regional firmware and operator policy, the record can be hidden, blocked or require additional manipulation. This article will help you understand how to activate the recording of conversations on the Mi 9 Pro in legal ways without resorting to root or questionable modifications.
It’s important to understand that recording capabilities depend on three key factors: the MIUI version (global, Chinese, European), the legal limitations of your region (in some countries, recording without notifying the interlocutor is prohibited), and the technical features of the firmware. We will consider all working methods, from standard settings to circumventing restrictions through ADB and third-party applications.
If you are faced with the message "Record is not available" or simply do not find the option in the menu - do not rush to install questionable APKs. First check the settings for our guide.
1. Verification of the built-in recording function in MIUI
Since MIUI 12, Xiaomi has been gradually removing the built-in call record from global firmware due to legal risks, but in some regional versions (such as Indian or Chinese), the feature has remained.
Open the Phone app and follow the following steps:
- 📱 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Select Settings.
- 🔍 Scroll down to the Recording of Conversations section (if not, proceed to the next method).
- 🎤 Turn on the Automatic Record switch or select Write selectively.
- ⚙️ Set up the file format (recommended.m4a save space).
If there is no Recording Conversations, your version of MIUI does not support it, in which case either changing the firmware region (risky) or installing an alternative call with recording support will help.
⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. the U.S. or EU countries), recording conversations without notifying the interlocutor may violate privacy laws.
2. Alternative applications for recording calls
If there is no built-in feature, third-party apps will be the best solution, and we tested the top versions from Google Play that are compatible with the Mi 9 Pro:
| Annex | Features | Cons | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cube ACR | Recording from both sides, cloud storage, VoIP support | Free Advertising Requires Access to Notifications | Google Play |
| Call Recorder by Lovekesh | Simple interface, automatic recording, export to Dropbox | I don’t always get calls for MIUI 14+. | Google Play |
| Truecaller | Built-in recording + Spam blocking, working with SIM-map | Requires registration, limitation on the duration of the recording | Google Play |
Before installing, check the application permissions:
- 📞 Access to telephone calls (required).
- 📁 File Storage (to save records).
- 🔔 Notifications (for some applications, such as Cube) ACR).
Open the application settings|Insert "Record of incoming/outgoing"|Add Contact Exemptions|Automatically clean old files|Check the save folder (better to choose). SD-map)
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On the Mi 9 Pro with MIUI 13+, recording applications may be hampered by battery optimization. To avoid miss calls, add the selected application to exceptions: Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization → All apps → Find your recorder → Select “No Limits”.
3. Enable entry via ADB (for advanced users)
If you're technically manipulative, you can unlock the hidden recording function through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a technique that works on most versions of MIUI, but requires connecting the smartphone to a PC.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
- 📱 Included Debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).
- 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
Instructions:
- Connect the Mi 9 Pro to your PC and confirm your trust in the device.
- Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
- Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
- Enter the command to activate the record: adb shell settings put global force_allow_call_recording 1
- Reboot your smartphone.
After the reboot, the phone's settings should have a recording option. If not, try an alternative command:
adb shell settings put global call_recording_enabled 1⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They may conflict with updates MIUI. After a major firmware update, the record may disappear again, and the procedure will have to be repeated.
What to do if ADB is not working?
4 Where records are stored and how to keep them
By default, the call records for Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro are saved in the folder:
/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/or (for third-party applications):
/storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/The files are either.amr or.m4a, and to be moved or archived:
- 📂 Use the Conductor. MIUI (tab Categories → Audio).
- ☁️ Upload to the cloud via Google Drive or Mi Cloud (set up automatic sync).
- 🔗 Send yourself by email or Telegram Saved Messages.
Space saving tip: Set up automatic deletion of old records over 30 days in the recorder app settings. For example, Cube ACR does this: Settings → Records Management → Autoclean.
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If the records are not played on a PC, convert them to MP3 using the online service Online-Convert.
5. Solving recording problems
Frequent errors and ways to eliminate them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Recording ends in 5-10 seconds | Battery optimization kills the process | Add the app to battery exclusions (see Section 2) |
| No sound from the interlocutor. | MIUI blocks recording from microphone | Try the Cube ACR with the option “Use an alternative method” enabled. |
| App doesn't see calls | No access to phone logs | Reinstall the app and give all permissions when you first start up |
| Records are not retained. | There's not enough disk space. | Clear the cache or change the way you save it SD-map |
If none of the methods worked, check:
- 📋 Firmware region - on Chinese versions MIUI recording often blocked.
- 🔄 Updates – sometimes bugs are fixed in new versions of the software.
- 🛠️ Application conflicts – disable other recorders or antiviruses.
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On the Mi 9 Pro with MIUI 14+, the Cube ACR (for automatic recording) and Truecaller (for manual activation during a call) are the most stable.
6. Legal aspects of recording conversations
Before using the record, read the laws of your country:
- 🇷🇺 Russia: It is allowed to record conversations without notice if you are a party (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation).
- 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): Consent of the interlocutor is required, otherwise the recording may be considered a violation of confidentiality.
- 🇺🇸 Laws vary by state, some require a notice ("one-party consent" vs. "all-party consent").
To avoid problems:
- 📢 Notify the person about the recording (for example: “The conversation is recorded to record important information").
- 🔒 Do not distribute records without the consent of participants.
- 📝 Keep the records no longer than necessary.
In business correspondence or important negotiations, it is better to use specialized services (for example, Zoom or Skype with built-in recording), where the notification of the record is turned on automatically.