How to Update Apps on Xiaomi TV: All Ways to 2026

Xiaomi TVs on Android TV or MIUI TV require regular updates to ensure stable operation, access to new features and protection from vulnerabilities. However, many users face problems: applications do not update automatically, download errors occur or TV simply does not see the latest versions. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of updating, from standard to alternative, which work even when blocking Google Play or slow Internet.

It’s important to understand that the upgrade process on Mi TV Stick, Mi Box S and Mi TV A, Mi TV Q or Mi TV P1 series can be different, and we’ll take these into account and give recommendations for each model, and you’ll learn how to check current versions of apps, what to do for errors like 920 or 927, and why updates sometimes get stuck during the boot phase.

If you’ve never updated your Xiaomi TV app or experienced problems, this guide will help you get to the bottom of the story, starting with the simplest method and moving on to more complex solutions.

1. Automatic update via Google Play

The most common way is to use the built-in Google Play Store, which works on most Xiaomi models (except the Chinese versions without Google services) to enable automatic updates:

1. Open the Google Play Store on the main screen of the TV.
2. Go to My Apps and Games (or Manage Apps on New Versions).
3. Select the Update tab – all applications with available updates will be displayed here.
4. Click Update All or select specific apps to update.

If the Update button is inactive or apps don’t appear in the list, check:

• 🔌 Internet connection – the TV must be connected to a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network. → Network and Internet.
• 📅 Date and time – Incorrect settings can block access to Google Play.Update them to Settings → System system → Date and time.
• 🔒 Google Account Region – If your account is tied to a country where the app is not available (such as Netflix in some regions), updates will not show up.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware for the Chinese market (models with suffix) CN) Google Play is missing. In this case, use the methods in section 4 or 5.

2 Manual update through APK-file

If the automatic update does not work (for example, due to error 920 - "Can not download"), you can install the update manually through the APK-This method is suitable for all models, including Mi Box and TVs without Google Play.

Instructions:

1. Download the current version of the APK from a trusted source (such as APKCombo or APKMirror). Make sure the file is for Android TV (the name should be tv or Androidtv).
2. Transfer the file to USB-storage device (formatted in FAT32) Or upload directly to the TV via the browser.
3. Connect USB to your TV and open the File Manager (or Explorer).
4. Find it. APK-If you see a warning that says "Installation locked," allow installation from unknown sources in Settings. → Security and limitations → Unknown sources.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔄 Bypassing regional restrictions (you can install any version of the application).
• ⚡ Faster installation than through Google Play.
• 🛠️ Possibility to roll back to the previous version in case of errors.

⚠️ Attention: Installation APK Unverified sources can cause malware to infect your TV. Always download files from official sites or verified repositories.

Update via USB (for models without Google Play)

Xiaomi TVs for the Chinese market (e.g. Mi TV 4S 55" or Mi TV ES 2022 in CN version) are often stripped of Google Play, but support app installation via USB.This method is also useful if you have slow internet or limited traffic.

Algorithm of action:

1. Download. APK-application file on the computer (see Section 2).
2. Copy it into the root folder. USB-storage device (not nested folders!).
3. Connect USB to a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port on your TV (usually located on the side or back).
4. Open the File Manager (the folder icon on the home screen) and select yours. USB-accumulator.
5. Launch it. APK-File and follow the instructions on the screen.

If the TV can't see USB:

• 🔌 Try another port or cable.
• 💾 Format the drive in FAT32 (NTFS unsupported!).
• 📁 Make sure the file is not in the archive (unpack) ZIP, if you downloaded the archive).

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If the TV can't see USB-try using another file system format (e.g. exFAT) or connect it via USB-feed-in.

4. Updating system applications via MIUI TV

Some apps on Xiaomi TV are system-based (e.g. Mi Home, PatchWall, or Live TV) and cannot be updated via Google Play, using MIUI TV software built-in.

How to check and update system applications:

1. Go to Settings → About TV → System Update.
2. Click Check Updates. If a new firmware version is available, it will include updates for system applications.
3. If a firmware update is not available but you need to update a specific application (such as PatchWall), download it. APK from the official Xiaomi website and install manually (see Section 2).

On Xiaomi TVs from 2023 to 2026 (e.g. Mi) TV S Pro or Xiaomi TV A Pro) system applications are updated only through firmware. Separate installation APK It can lead to conflict!

List of system applications that cannot be updated through Google Play:

• 📺 PatchWall (launch and content recommendations).
• 🏠 Mi Home (Management of a Smart Home).
• 📡 Live TV (built-in TV tuner).
• 🔊 Mi Sound (sound settings).

5. Use of alternative stores (Aptoide TV, APKPure)

If Google Play is unavailable or unstable, you can use alternative app stores optimized for Android TV.

• 🛒 Aptoide TV — Supports automatic updates and has a large catalogue.
• 📦 APKPure - allows you to download APK directly from the servers.
• 🎮 TVAppStore – specializes in games and multimedia applications.

How to install Aptoide TV:

1. Download APK from the official Aptoide TV website.
2. Transfer the file to USB or download it through a browser on your TV.
3. Install APK by allowing installation from unknown sources.
4. Open Aptoide TV, find the app you want and click Update.

Advantages of alternative stores:

• 🌍 Access to applications blocked in your region.
• 🔄 Possibility of rollback to previous versions.
• 📥 Higher download speed compared to Google Play.

⚠️ Note: Some apps from alternative stores may contain ads or modified code. Check reviews and ratings before installing.

6. Solving common errors during the update

When updating applications on Xiaomi TV, errors often occur. Let’s consider the most common and ways to fix them:

Additional advice:

• 🔄 If the app doesn’t update, try removing it and installing it again.
• 🧹 Clear the cache of Google Play and Google Play Services once a month: Settings → Annexes → All applications → [name] → Clear the cache.
• 🔧 If after updating the application crashes, reset its settings: Settings → Annexes → [name] → Reset.

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If the error repeats after all the manipulations, check if it is blocked by antivirus or parental control in the settings of the TV.

7. Resetting the TV to factory settings (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked and the applications are still not updated, there may be a problem with the system files, in which case the factory reset will help.

How to perform the reset:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset.
2. Select Reset all settings (or Factory data reset in English firmware).
3. Confirm the action by entering PIN-code (if installed).
4. Wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

After discharge:

• 🔑 Reconnect your Google or Xiaomi account.
• 📥 Update the TV firmware through Settings → On TV. → Updating the system.
• 🔄 Install the apps again (they will automatically update to the latest versions).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models TV (Like Mi. TV 4X) Resets may result in the loss of licenses for paid apps (e.g. Disney)+ Before resetting, write down your account details!

FAQ: Frequent questions about app updates on Xiaomi TV