The Rootub app on Xiaomi TVs often requires updates to work properly: new features, fixing playback bugs or fixing authorization errors. However, the standard update process through Google Play on Mi TVs can be different from smartphones – many users face no Update button or download errors. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to update Rootub on Xiaomi Mi TVs 4/4A/4S/5/6 series, including manual installation of APKs and solving typical problems.
It is important to consider that Xiaomi TVs run on Android TV or Google TV (in new models), and the firmware version affects app compatibility. For example, the latest version of Rootub may not be supported on the 2018 Mi TV 4A with Android 9 due to API limitations. We tested all methods on current PatchWall firmware 3.0-4.5 and identified the best solutions for different scenarios.
Why is Rootup not automatically updated on Xiaomi TV?
The main reasons why the app is not updated through Google Play:
- 🔄 Outdated TV firmware: Android versions TV 10 below do not support the latest updates to RootBox due to changes in API Google.
- 📶 Restrictions of the region: In some countries (e.g. Europe) Rutub may be blocked in an official store.
- 🔒 Xiaomi policy: The manufacturer sometimes blocks third-party app updates via PatchWall Launcher.
- 📦 Cache and data: Damaged application files or Google Play Services cache prevent updates from downloading.
Before you start manually updating, check the current version of Rootub: go to Settings → Apps → Root → Version. If it is older than 6.0.0, we recommend updating - new versions have fixed critical bugs with buffering and subtitles.
Method 1: Update Rootup via Google Play (official method)
The easiest way is to use the built-in Google Play Store, but on Xiaomi TVs it can be hidden or work with restrictions.
- Open the Google Play Store (if it’s not on the home screen, search PatchWall or Settings → Apps).
- In the search bar, type "Rutub" (or "Rutube" for English layout).
- If the app is already installed, the "Update" button will appear on its page.
- Confirm the download and wait until the installation is complete (a TV reboot may be required).
If there is no “Update” button, but the application is installed:
- 🔍 Check if Rootub is displayed in the Installed section (sometimes updates are hidden).
- 🔄 Try clearing the Google Play Store cache: Settings → Annexes → Google Play → Clear the cache.
- 🌐 Make sure that the Google account settings enable app synchronization.
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If the Google Play Store is not on your Xiaomi TV, it can be installed manually via APK. Download the latest version for Android TV from the APKMirror website and install through the file manager.
Method 2: Manual installation of APK Rootup on Xiaomi TV
If automatic update is not available, you will need to install APK-This method works on all Xiaomi models. TV, but requires prior preparation.
Step 1 Download the correct version of APK
- 📥 Use only versions for Android TV (Not for smartphones!. Suitable sources: APKMirror (official builds) 4PDA (modified-theme APK)
- 🔍 Look for files marked tv or Androidtv in the title (e.g, rutube-6.1.0-tv.apk).
Step 2: Transfer APK to TV
There are three ways:
- Through USB-drive: Copy APK On the flash drive, connect it to the port. USB 2.0/3.0 On TV and open through the File Manager (if not, install X-Plore or FX File Explorer from Google Play).
- Over local area: Use apps like Send Files to TV (available on Google Play on TV and smartphone).
- Through the Cloud: Download APK to Google Drive or Yandex Disk, then open to TV via your browser.
Step 3: Installation of APK
Check out the Android TV version in Settings → About TV
Allow installation from unknown sources (Settings → Security)
Download APK only from verified sources
Connect the remote with the keyboard for easy input
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- Open the APK file through the file manager.
- Confirm installation (if an unknown source warning appears, go back to Settings → Security and turn on the Unknown Sources option).
- After installation, restart the TV (Settings → Reboot).
What to do if the APK is not installed?
Method 3: Update via ADB (for power users)
If standard methods don’t work, you can install APKs via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a PC and a bit of technical skill, but guarantees installation even on locked firmware.
Step 1: Preparation
- 🖥️ Install. ADB Tools on the computer (Windows/macOS/Linux).
- 🔌 Put the debugging on. USB on TV: Go to Settings → On TV. → Build number. Click on Build number 7 times until you have become a developer. Go back to Settings. → For developers and include "Debugging by" USB".
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Step 2: Install APK via ADB
- Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type: Adb devices Should appear with a serial number (if not, check the driver and cable).
- Install APK with the command: adb install /path/to/file/rutube.apk For example: adb install C:\Downloads\rutube-6.1.0-tv.apk
- If there is a mistake "INSTALL_FAILED_UPDATE_INCOMPATIBLE", First, delete the old version: adb uninstall en.rutube Then repeat the installation.
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ADB-This method is suitable for TVs with a blocked installation APK via the interface (for example, on some firmware Mi) TV 6 with PatchWall 4.0).
Solving problems after Rutub update
Even after a successful update, errors may occur. Let's look at typical cases and their solutions:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Rooting does not open after the update | Conflict with cache or data | Clear cache and data: Settings → Apps → Root → Clear cache/data |
| The error "No connection to the Internet" | DNS or proxy blocking | Change DNS to Google (8.8.8.8) in Settings → Network → Setup IP → DNS |
| Videos are not played (Error 500) | Incompatibility of codecs | Install MX Player or VLC as an external player in the Rutube settings |
| The app flies off at launch | Lack of memory or conflict with firmware | Reboot the TV and try to roll back the version of Rutube to the previous one. |
If after the update, saved subscriptions or browsing history are lost, you can restore them through the Routub account. log in again in the application (use Login by phone if login / password from the remote does not work).
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On Xiaomi TVs with Android 11+, background activity of Rutub can be blocked. To avoid buffering problems, add the app to the battery optimization exceptions: Settings → Applications → Special Access → Battery Optimization → Rootub → No Limits.
Update Rootub on older Xiaomi TV models (Mi TV 3/4 2017–2019)
Xiaomi Mi TV 3 and early Mi TV 4/4A (2017-2019) run on Android 8-9 and have limited support for newer versions of apps.
- 📅 Maximum supported version of Rutub: Generally no higher than 5.12.0. New versions may not be installed or work with errors.
- 🔧 Manual installation of the old version: Download APK From archival sources (such as APKCombo) and select the Android 8 version+.
- 🔄 Firmware rollback: If Rutube stopped working after TV update, return to the previous firmware version via Settings → Update of the PO → Recoil (not available on all models).
Mi TV 3 with AMLogic S905 processor may require a patched version of Rootub with 32-bit architecture support, which is often posted on forums like 4PDA on model-specific themes.
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On TVs older than 2019, it is recommended to disable automatic updates to Rootub via Google Play to avoid installing incompatible versions.
Alternative ways to watch Rootup on Xiaomi TV
If the update doesn’t help or the app isn’t working well, consider alternative options:
- 🌐 Web version of Rootub: Open the browser (for example, TV Bro or Puffin. TV) and go to rutube.ru. For convenience, add the site to bookmarks on the home screen.
- 📱 Telephone streaming: Install Root on your smartphone and stream video to TV via Miracast, Google Cast or DLNA (In the settings of the TV, turn on the wireless projection).
- 🖥️ Connecting external devices: Android consoles TV Box (like Xiaomi Mi Box S) with the current version of Rutube.Amazon Fire TV Stick – install Root through bootloader or App2Fire.
For Xiaomi TV Stick owners, the process of updating Rootub is similar to TVs, but given the device’s memory limitations, remove unnecessary apps or clear the cache before installing the new version.