How to return the old version of the app “Music” on Xiaomi: all ways to roll back the update

App updates on Xiaomi often bring not only new features, but also unpleasant surprises: a modified interface, missing features or bugs that interfere with listening to tracks, especially the standard application “Music” (MIUI Music), which after an update can begin to slow down, lose playlists or refuse to play files at all. Fortunately, roll back the update is real – and we will show you how to do this safely and without losing data.

In this article, you will find 5 proven methods of returning to the previous version of the application – from the simplest reset via settings to manual installation. APK-We'll also explain why some of the ways may not work on the new Redmi models, POCO It's important to back up playlists and downloaded tracks before any manipulations -- some methods require cleaning the application data.

If you encounter a specific problem after the upgrade (e.g., the equalizer is gone or the sync with Mi Account is no longer working), look at the section with typical errors and their solutions. And for those who are afraid to break the phone, we have prepared an FAQ with answers to frequent questions.

1. Method: Recoil through application settings (without root)

The easiest and safest method is to reset the Music app to the factory version via the settings menu.It works on all Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI 12-14 and does not require superuser rights or PC connection. However, this method will delete all local application data (playlists, equalizer settings, track cache).

To perform the rollback:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the list, find "Music"** MIUI Music) and tap it.

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12) after data clearing, the app can automatically update via Google Play. To avoid this, disable the auto-update for Music in the store settings.

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2. Method: Install an older version of APK manually

If the first method didn’t work or you want to install a specific version of the Music app, you can download it. APK-file with the previous release and install it manually, this method is suitable for users who have disabled the verification of the signature of applications (on most Xiaomi smartphones this is possible without root).

Where to get APK:

• 🌐 Official source: Archive of versions on APKCombo or APKMirror (look for com.miui.player).
• 📁 Local copy: if you have a backup system (for example, through Mi) PC Suite), extract APK backup.
• 🤝 Communities: Telegram chats or forums (e.g, 4PDA), Where users share old versions.

Installation instructions:

1. Download. APK-file of the desired version (for example, com.miui.player_4.25.1.apk).
2. In your smartphone settings, allow installation from unknown sources: Settings → Applications → Special permissions → Install unknown applications (select file manager).
3. Run the downloaded APK and follow the installer's instructions.
4. If the “Application Not Installed” error appears, first delete the current version of “Music” via adb (see Method 4).

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Before installing an APK, check its hash amount (MD5) on the source site to avoid installing modified or infected files.

3. Method: Disabling Auto Updates in Google Play

Often the problem comes back: after a manual rollback of Google Play, the Store automatically updates Music to the latest version. To prevent this from happening, you need to block updates for that app. Here's how to do it:

Steps to disable auto updates:

1. Open the Google Play Store and search for the Music app** (or MIUI Music).

For reliability, it is also recommended:

• 🛡️ Use a firewall (such as NetGuard) to block Play Store access to the network.

⚠️ Note: On smartphones with HyperOS (e.g. Xiaomi 14 or Redmi) K70) System applications can be updated through MIUI Updater, not just through the Play Store, and you'll have to use adb (mode 4) or disable updates via pm disable-user.

Method 4: Recoil through ADB (for power users)

If previous methods have failed, you can manually remove the update via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting your smartphone to your PC and basic command line knowledge, but is guaranteed to work even on newer versions of MIUI.

What will be required:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-driver.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Tap 7 times, then go back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Teams for rollback:

adb shell pm uninstall-user --user 0 com.miui.player


adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.player

Explanation:

• The first command removes user updates to the Music app.
• The second team restores the factory version sewn into the firmware.

Method: Complete system reset (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked, and the old version of Music is critical (for example, because it is compatible with Mi Band or other hardware), then the reset is factory-fabricated, a radical solution that will bring all system applications back to their original state, but also remove:

• 📱 All user data (photos, contacts, messages).
• 🔧 System settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, accounts).
• 🎵 Local media files (if not saved to the SD-map).

How to perform the reset:

1. Back up via Settings → About Phone → Backup or Mi Cloud.
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Choose to erase all data and confirm the action.
4. After the reboot, don’t connect to Wi-Fi right away – check the Music version first and turn off auto updates.

⚠️ Warning: HyperOS devices may be reset with a new firmware version that updates Music again, and to avoid this, disconnect the Internet before reset and delete your Mi Account (if it is linked to the device).

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Common Errors After Updating and Solving Them

Music updates often break the functionality, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them without rollback:

If the problem is not resolved, check:

• 📋 Error Logs in Settings → The phone. → Report log (see com.miui.player mentions).
• 🔄 Compatibility of the current version of Music with your firmware (e.g., on HyperOS old ones) APK may not work).
• 🛠️ Modified system files (if you have custom installed) ROM magisk).

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Before you manipulate your system applications, check for their dependence on other Xiaomi services, such as Music may be linked to Mi Account or Mi Share, and removing it will cause errors in those services.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the rollback of “Music” on Xiaomi