The upgrade to Android 12 for Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most anticipated releases among the brand’s users. The new version of the operating system brings not only visual changes within MIUI 13, but also improvements in performance, security and energy efficiency. However, the release dates for different models often cause confusion: some devices receive it as a priority, others with a delay of several months, and others are not supported at all.
In this article, we’ll look at the official Android 12 release schedules for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO, how to check for an update for your model, and what to do if it’s delayed, and you’ll find step-by-step instructions on how to manually install the firmware and answers to frequent compatibility questions. If your smartphone hasn’t received an update yet, don’t be too upset: it may be in testing or delayed for your region.
Xiaomi traditionally divides the release of updates into several waves: first, the flagship models (Mi 11 series, Mi 10), then the middle-class devices (Redmi Note 10, POCO F3), and last of all budget smartphones, while the dates may shift due to firmware bugs or localization features for different markets.
⚠️ Note: If your smartphone is older than 2019 (like the Redmi Note 7 or Mi 9), the chances of getting Android 12 are minimal. Xiaomi officially supports updates only for devices released no earlier than 2020 (with rare exceptions).
Official list of Xiaomi models with support for Android 12
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- 📱 Flagship models (first wave, November 2021 – January 2022): Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, Mi 11, Mi 11 Lite 5G, Mi 10T Pro, Mi 10T, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10.
- 📱 Middle class (second wave, February – April 2022): Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, Redmi Note 10, POCO F3, POCO X3 Pro, Mi 11i, Mi 11X.
- 📱 Budget and old models (third wave, May – July 2022): Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 9S, POCO M3 Pro 5G, Mi 10 Lite, Mi Note 10 Lite.
- 📱 Exceptions (update cancelled or delayed): Redmi Note 8 Pro, Mi 9T Pro, POCO F1 — These models will not officially receive Android 12.
It is important to note that dates may vary by region, for example, users from Europe and India often receive updates earlier than smartphone owners in Russia or the CIS, due to the need to adapt firmware to local communication standards and legislation.
Exact release dates for Android 12 for popular Xiaomi models
To avoid confusion, we have compiled data on Android 12 release dates for Xiaomi’s most popular devices, based on official brand announcements and reports from users across regions.
| Smartphone model | Release date (global version) | Release date (Russia/CIS) | MIUI version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra | November 2021 | December 2021 | MIUI 13.0.1 |
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | March 2022 | April 2022 | MIUI 13.0.2 |
| POCO F3 | February 2022 | March 2022 | MIUI 13.0.3 |
| Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro | December 2021 | January 2022 | MIUI 13.0.4 |
| Redmi Note 9 Pro | May 2022 | June 2022 | MIUI 13.0.5 |
If your model is in the table, but the update has not yet arrived, try to check it manually through the Settings menu → About Phone → System Update. Sometimes Xiaomi servers do not give the firmware to all users at once, but in stages (so-called staged rollout).
⚠️ Note: On some smartphones (e.g. Redmi Note) 9S) After upgrading to Android 12, you may have problems with work NFC If you're actively using these features, we recommend you wait for the stable version or roll back.
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If the update doesn’t come for a long time, try changing the region in your smartphone settings to India or Europe – sometimes this speeds up getting the firmware.
How to check the availability of updates to your Xiaomi
Before you search for firmware manually, make sure that the update is not yet available through standard channels.
1. Open the Settings app on your smartphone.
2 Go to About Phone (sometimes called About Device).
3.Tap on System Update (or MIUI Update).
4.Click the Check Updates button and wait for the search to be completed.
If the system finds a firmware available, you'll be asked to download and install it. Pay attention to the file size — it's usually 1.5-3 GB, so it's better to connect to Wi-Fi to avoid wasting mobile traffic.
- 🔄 If you don’t find an update, but your model should get it, try to repeat the check after 24-48 hours – Xiaomi servers may not immediately issue firmware.
- 📡 If you have custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), upgrading through the standard menu won’t work. XDA Developers.
- 🔧 If the smartphone is rooted, before updating, you need to remove Magisk or other modifications, otherwise the process may end in error.
Make a backup copy of the data|Charge your phone to 50% or more|Connect to Wi-Fi|Free up at least 3 GB of memory|Shut down. VPN (if used)-->
Manual update to Android 12: step-by-step instructions
If the automatic checks don't work and the update for your model is out, you can install it manually, which is suitable for power users, as it requires downloading firmware and using Recovery mode.
Important: Manual installation can cause data loss if something goes wrong. Some models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro) reset DRM settings after manual update, leading to problems with Netflix and Widevine L1.
Step 1: Download the correct firmware
1. Go to the official MIUI Downloads website.
2. Select your model in the list (note the region: Global, EEA or Russia).
3. Download the latest stable version of MIUI 13 based on Android 12 (the file will be in.zip format).
Step 2: Transfer the firmware to your phone
1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and copy the downloaded file to the root memory folder (not nested!).
2. Disable the device and go to Settings → About Phone → System Update.
3.Slip the icon. ⋮ (three dots) in the upper right corner and select Select firmware file.
4. Specify the downloaded.zip file and confirm the installation.
Step 3: Installation through Recovery
If the previous method did not work:
1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power + Volume buttons up to enter Recovery Mode.
3. Select Install update.zip to System (manage by volume and power buttons).
4. Confirm the installation and wait until the completion (do not interrupt the process!).
Once installed successfully, the smartphone will restart. The first launch can take 5-10 minutes — that's normal.
What to do if the update is suspended?
Frequent issues after upgrading to Android 12 and their solutions
Even stable firmware versions sometimes contain bugs, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:
- 🔋 Fast battery drain: After the upgrade, the system can index files and optimize applications, which temporarily increases the charge consumption. Give the smartphone 2-3 days to adapt. If the problem persists, try calibrating the battery (discharge to 0% and charge to 100% without interruptions).
- 📶 Mobile network problems: On some models (POCO X3 Pro, Redmi Note 10) After the update, VoLTE disappears or 4G. Solution: Go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Network settings and manually select mode 4G/3G/2G (motor-car).
- 🎵 Sound distortion in headphones: This is a famous bug MIUI 13 on Android 12. Helps reset audio settings: Settings → Sound and vibration → Additional settings → Resetting the sound settings.
- 🔒 Fingerprint errors: If the scanner is no longer able to recognize fingerprints, delete all the data you have saved and add it again. If that doesn't help, check for updates to Goodix Fingerprint on Google Play.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi smartphones with MediaTek processors (e.g., Redmi Note 10 or MediaTek) POCO M3 Pro 5G) After upgrading to Android 12, there may be a "com.android.phone stopped" error. IMS. Solution: roll back to the previous version or wait for the patch.
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If after the update, the smartphone began to slow down, try to turn off animation in the developer settings (Settings → About the phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times, then Additional → For developers → The scale of animation).
How to roll back from Android 12 to Android 11
If the new firmware is unstable or you don’t like the changes to MIUI 13, you can go back to the previous version.
1.Data loss: The rollback resets the smartphone to factory settings.
Bootloader Lock: Some models (Mi 11, Redmi K40) may need to unlock the Bootloader again after rollback.
DRM Problems: On devices with Widevine L1 (e.g., POCO F3), streaming quality on Netflix and Disney+ may decline after a rollback.
Instructions for rollback:
1. Download the stable firmware MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 for your model from the MIUI Downloads website.
2. Rename the file to update.zip and transfer it to the root folder of the phone’s memory.
3. Enter Recovery Mode (Power + Volume Up buttons).
4. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (this will delete all files!).
5. Go back to the main menu and select Install update.zip to System.
6. wait for the installation to be completed and restart the device.
After rollback, you have to reconfigure your smartphone, like after you buy it, and if you used backup through Mi Cloud, you can recover the data, but some settings (like permissions for apps) will have to configuring manually.