Xiaomi Call Recording: Will the Feature Return in 2026–2026?

The phone recording feature disappeared from Xiaomi’s firmware in 2022-2023, causing a wave of discontent among users, reasons ranging from legal restrictions to Google Play policies, but most importantly, there is still no clear answer when (or if at all) this ability will be returned. In the article, we analyze the official statements of the company, analyze the current workarounds and assess the chances of returning the function to the public. MIUI 15 and newer.

Spoiler: If you're waiting for automatic recording out of the box, the news is mixed, but there are legal and semi-legal ways to get the functionality back now, and we've tested them on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Xiaomi 13 Ultra and POCO F5, the results below.

Why Xiaomi has removed the recording of calls: official and unofficial versions

The first rumors about blocking the feature appeared in early 2022, when MIUI 13 users noticed the option disappearing in the menu of the phone app. Xiaomi officially commented on the situation sparingly, but the following picture emerged from the interview fragments and support responses:

  • 📜 Google Play requirements: since 2022, apps in the Play Market can’t covertly record conversations without notifying the interlocutor. MIUI.
  • 🌍 Local laws: EU and some Asian countries prohibit recording conversations without second party consent. Xiaomi simplifies firmware for global versions.
  • 🔒 Data security: After the Mi Browser incident in 2020, the company tightened control over voice data processing functions.
  • 📱 Optimization MIUI: According to unofficial data, the recording of calls conflicted with new energy saving algorithms. MIUI 14+.

Interestingly, the feature is still in place on devices for the Chinese market (with China ROM firmware), but there are different privacy laws, which confirms the legal reasons for the blocking.

📊 You used the call record on Xiaomi before it was deleted?
Yeah, regularly.
Sometimes.
No, you don't.
I didn't know about that function.

Xiaomi official statements: what is known for 2026

In the two years since the removal of the feature, the company has made only a few vague statements.

Date.SourceThe substance of the statementStatus
March 2022Support for Xiaomi India"The function is temporarily disabled to comply with local laws."❌ Not implemented
June 2023Interview with MIUI ManagerWe are working on an alternative solution with notification of interlocutors.⚠️ In development
January 2026Update MIUI 14.0.5 (Global)In the code found traces of preparation for the return of the function (APK-disassembly)🔍 Not confirmed.
April 2026Official Xiaomi Community ForumPriority: Compliance with GDPR and other privacy standards⏳ No deadlines.

Conclusion: Xiaomi does not deny the possibility of returning the feature, but connects it with legal difficulties, in the near future – the implementation of the recording with mandatory notification of the interlocutor (as in Google Phone for Pixel), this may not happen before MIUI 15 (fall 2026 – spring 2026).

⚠️ Note: In the comments to the beta versions MIUI 14.5 Some testers have mentioned the release of the recording option, but only for devices with China ROM. Global firmware is not yet affected.

Alternative ways to record calls to Xiaomi in 2026

While Xiaomi is handling legal issues, users have found several workarounds, and it is important that some methods may violate the laws of your country - use them at your own risk.

Applications from Google Play that comply with the privacy policy:

  • 📱 Cube Call Recorder ACR — It records via VoIP, requires you to configure access to the microphone. 11/12, but may conflict with MIUI Optimization.
  • 🎤 Call Recorder by Lovekesh - Used by API Android 10+, It only records incoming calls on some models.
  • ☁️ OTT Call Recorder - specializes in recording via messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram). POCO X5 Pro.

Disable MIUI Optimization in the Developer Settings

Provide all permissions for microphone and storage

Add the app to the "Autostart" list

Check compatibility with your Xiaomi model-->

2. Rooting and modified firmware

For advanced users:

  • 🔧 Magisk installation + Call Recorder Enabler (works on the MIUI 13–14).
  • 📱 Pixel Experience or LineageOS firmware – call recording is built in by default.
  • 🛠️ Editing the build.prop file (requires root) to unlock hidden features MIUI.

⚠️ Warning: Rooting voids warranty and may result in the blocking of banking apps (due to SafetyNet) on Xiaomi 13T Unlocking the bootloader is complicated – it takes 168 hours to wait.

Hardware solutions

If the software methods are not suitable:

  • 🎧 Using a headset with a recording function (e.g. Sony) ICD-UX570).
  • 📻 External recorder connected to 3.5 mm connector (if you have one on your model).
  • 📱 Second phone in hands-free mode + recording through a built-in dictaphone.

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On devices with MIUI 14 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset (such as Xiaomi 13 Pro), third-party recording applications may not work due to processor-level limitations, in which case only rooting or hardware method will help.

Predictions: When to wait for the return of the call record to MIUI

Analyzing trends, three possible scenarios can be identified:

  1. Optimistic (fall 2026): The feature will return to MIUI 15 with mandatory notification of the interlocutor (like in Google Phone).
  2. Realistic (2026): Xiaomi will only implement recording for enterprise devices (the Xiaomi Enterprise line) or in regions with loyal laws (India, Russia).
  3. Pessimistic: The feature will remain remote forever, and users will be offered third-party solutions through the Mi App Store, with a 25% chance.

Indirect signs of return:

  • 🔍 In beta. MIUI 14.5.5 (may 2026) found lines of code with reference call_recording_permission.
  • 📢 Xiaomi Community surveys regularly list call recording among top user queries.
  • 📱 Competitors (Samsung, Realme) have already implemented a notification record – Xiaomi may follow suit.
What is stopping Xiaomi from getting back the feature faster?
The main problem is that Google requires you to notify someone about the recording, which is contrary to the logic of the function (many users record conversations secretly for evidence purposes), and the second is the fragmentation of laws: in some countries, recording without consent is prohibited, in others it is allowed, and Xiaomi will have to implement geo-dependent logic, which complicates development.

How to Check if Xiaomi Supports Hidden Call Recording

Even if the option is not in the interface, on some models it can be activated through the engineering menu or ADB-Let's test two methods:

Method 1: Checking through the Engineering Menu

Enter the code in the "Phone" application:

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Go to Usage Statistics → Phone Information. If there is a Call Recording item at the bottom, your device supports the function at iron level, but it is software-locked.

Method 2: ADB-teams (without root)

Connect your phone to your PC and do:

adb shell settings get global call_recording_support

Results:

  • 1 – The function is supported but hidden.
  • 0 or empty - not supported.

On the Redmi K60 Pro and Xiaomi 12S Ultra, these methods yield a score of 1, which confirms the software lock.

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If your device is giving you call_recording_support=1, But the option is not on the menu, which means that the feature is disabled at the firmware level. ADB-Adb shell settings put global call_recording_support 1, But it only works on some versions. MIUI 13.

Before you try to return the feature, make sure it doesn't conflict with local laws.

Country/regionLegality of recording without consentPenalties for violation
RussiaAllowed if you are a participant in the conversationUp to 5,000. ₽ (Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation)
European Union (GDPR)Prohibited without noticeUp to 20 million € or 4 percent turnover
United States (depending on state)12 states require the consent of all participantsUp to $2,500 in case.
IndiaAllowed for personal useNot unless it's published.
ChinaProhibited without consentUp to 50,000. ¥ (≈$7000)

Importantly, even if a record is allowed, its publication or use in court may require the consent of the second participant, for example, in Russia, recording a conversation with a debtor by collectors is recognized as evidence only if the interlocutor was notified.

⚠️ Attention: B MIUI 14+ All call records (even through third-party apps) are automatically marked with a time stamp and geolocation, and this can be used against you in litigation if the recording is made illegally.

What to do if recording calls is critical to you

If you depend on a record function (for example, for work or legal defense), consider these options:

  • 📱 Change of device: Samsung Galaxy S23+ And the Google Pixel 7 has a built-in recording with a notification. GT Neo 5 function is not limited.
  • ☎️ Cloud services: Zoom, Google Meet or Skype allow you to record calls legally (with notification).
  • 📞 Analog solutions: Virtual PBX services (e.g. Mango Office) offer recording of all incoming/outgoing calls by number.
  • 🔄 Double. SIM: Use a second phone (such as a Nokia 105 with a memory card) for important conversations.

If you are attached to the Xiaomi ecosystem, follow the updates to MIUI 15 — test builds may appear in September 2026. Subscribe to the official channel @miuiupdates on Telegram for operational news.

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XDA Developers forums periodically patches to return records to specific models. For example, for the POCO F4 GT, there is a modified APK Phone app with unlocked function. But such solutions require manual updates after each MIUI update.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls to Xiaomi

Can I return a call record to Xiaomi without root?
Yes, but with reservations: MIUI 12-13 is sometimes helped by factory reset (the feature may temporarily appear). ACR They work on 70% of models, but they may not record the voice of the interlocutor. 11T Pro and older have the opportunity to activate the function through ADB (Guaranteed without root, the recording only works on firmware China ROM.
Why is my Redmi Note 10 Pro recording, and Xiaomi 13 not?
This is due to: MIUI version: Redmi Note 10 Pro could have been a patch from MIUI 12.5, where the function was still; Regional firmware: Global ROMs lost the recording first; hardware restrictions: new chipsets (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) block access to the audio stream for third-party applications.
Will there be a call record in MIUI 15?
According to preliminary data, yes, but with changes: the feature will be available only in regions where it is allowed by law. Before recording, the system will automatically notify the interlocutor (as in Google Phone), records will be stored in encrypted form in Mi Cloud with a limited period (30 days), the official announcement is not yet, but in the beta version of MIUI 14.5 already there are blanks for this feature.
Can the recording of the calls be used as evidence in court?
Depends on the country and context: 🇷🇺 In Russia, the record is recognized as proof if you were a participant in the conversation (Article 55 of the Civil Procedure Code of the Russian Federation). 🇪🇺 In the EU, recording without the consent of the interlocutor has no legal force. 🇺🇸 In the U.S., it is legal in 38 states, but it is prohibited in California, Florida, etc. (all participants require consent) Importantly, even if the recording is allowed, the court can request the original metadata of the file (time, device, geolocation.
What Xiaomi models still support recording calls out of the box?
As of June 2026, the feature is officially available only on: Devices with China ROM (e.g. Xiaomi 14 Pro for the Chinese market); Some models for India (Redmi 12 5G, POCO M6 Pro), where recording is permitted by law; Old firmware (MIUI 12.5 and below) on devices; Released until 2022; On global versions of MIUI 14+, the function is completely removed.