Where Xiaomi Poco X3 Stores Phone Records: Full Guide 2026

Xiaomi Poco X3 (M2007J20CG and M2007J20CI) is equipped with a feature of recording telephone conversations, but many users face the problem: where exactly are these files stored? Unlike flagship devices, where the path to records is often obvious, in budget models like Poco X3, the location can vary depending on the version of MIUI, regional firmware and even the application used for recording.

In this article, we will look at all possible storage locations, from standard system folders to hidden directories, and how to restore deleted files and transfer them to another medium. We will focus on the nuances of MIUI 12-14 firmware, as the logic of saving records has changed compared to earlier versions.

If you use third-party applications to record calls (such as Cube Call Recorder or ACR), The storage paths will be different from the standard ones, and we will analyze these cases separately and give recommendations for setting up auto-save to the cloud or on the cloud. SD-map.

Before you start searching, make sure your Poco X3 has a call recording feature enabled. In some regions (e.g. EU countries), this option may be disabled by default due to legal restrictions. You can check for it in the Settings menu → Apps → Phone → Call recording.

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1. Standard place of storage of records in MIUI

In MIUI 12-14 firmware for Poco X3, the default call records are stored in a hidden system folder that is not accessible through the standard file manager.

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/

However, in some firmware versions (e.g. MIUI 12.5 Enhanced for the global version), records may be stored here:

/storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/

To see these folders, you will need to enable the display of hidden files in any file manager (for example, in Mi File Manager or Solid Explorer).

1. Open the file manager.
2. Go to the settings (three dots in the upper right corner).
3. Activate the option to show hidden files.

Record files usually have the.amr or.mp3 and are named by pattern: Call_YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS_[incoming/outgoing].amr, Call_20260515_143022_incoming.amr.

⚠️ Note: If you are connecting Poco X3 computer-to-computer USB, slip-file MIUI Recordings may not be displayed even when file transfer mode is enabled, in which case use the file manager directly on your smartphone or connect to the file manager. FTP via FX File Explorer.

2. Alternative storage options depending on MIUI version

The logic of saving records in Xiaomi Poco X3 depends on the firmware version and the regional version of the device. Below is a table with current paths for different builds:

If your firmware version is not listed in the table, try searching for keywords through the file manager:

1. Open Mi File Manager.
2. Click on the magnifying glass icon (search).
3. Enter the request: call_rec or Call_*.

In the firmware MIUI 14 European region (EEA) Call records can be automatically encrypted and stored in a secure folder /data/media/0/Android/obb/com.miui.voiceassist/. Access to them is possible only through root rights or ADB.

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If you can’t find records through the file manager, try using the Total Commander app with the Root Browser plugin (superuser rights required) to view system directories that are not available by standard means.

3. How to find records made by third-party applications

If you use third-party applications to record calls (such as Cube Call Recorder, ACR or Boldbeast), the storage paths will be different.

• 📁 Cube Call Recorder: /storage/emulated/0/CubeBackup/ or /storage/emulated/0/Cube Call Recorder/
• 📁 ACR (Another Call Recorder): /storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/ (Path settings can be changed in the application menu)
• 📁 Boldbeast Call Recorder: /storage/emulated/0/Boldbeast/ (maintains SD-map)
• 📁 Call Recorder by Lovekush: /storage/emulated/0/CallRecorder/

In most third-party applications, you can change the storage path in settings, for example, in ACR:

1. Open the app.
2. Go to Settings → Record folder.
3. Choose. SD-Map or Cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox).

If you can't find the records, check:

• 🔍 Settings for automatic deletion of old files.
• 🔍 App permissions: make sure it has access to Warehouse and Microphone.
• 🔍 Incognito mode (in some applications, records are hidden from the file manager).

⚠️ Note: Apps like Cube Call Recorder may conflict with a standard voice recorder MIUI, If both try to record the same call, this results in loss of recording or the creation of empty files, it is recommended to disable the standard recording in the phone settings if you use third-party software.

4 How to transfer records to a computer or cloud

To avoid losing records when you reset your phone or update your firmware, you should regularly copy them to another medium.

Method 1: Through USB-cable

1. Connect Poco X3 to your PC via USB.
2. Select File Transfer Mode (MTP).
3. Go to the entries folder (see Section 1 or 3).
4. Copy the files to the computer.

Method 2: Through cloud services

• 🌥 Google Drive: Upload files via the Google Files app or web version.
• 🌥 Mi Cloud: Enable Recordings folder sync in Mi Cloud settings (Xiaomi account required).
• 🌥 Telegram: Send files to yourself in Save Messages (limit to 2 GB per file).

Method 3: Automatic synchronization

Some applications (e.g. ACR) support autoboot to the cloud.

1. Open the recording app.
2. Go to Settings. → Cloud.
3. Select the service (Google Drive, Dropbox) and log in.
4. Set the synchronization frequency (for example, after each call).

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5. Recovering deleted call records

If records were accidentally deleted, you can try to recover them with specialized utilities.

• 🕒 The time since the removal (the earlier the better).
• 📱 Activity of using your phone after deleting (write new files reduces your chances of being deleted).
• 🛠 Root rights (increases the likelihood of recovery).

Recommended recovery programs:

Step-by-step instructions for DiskDigger:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Start and select Basic Scan (without root).
3. Specify the file type: Audio (AMR, MP3, M4A).
4. Wait until the scan is completed (it can take 10 to 30 minutes).
5. Select the records found and click Restore.

⚠️ Warning: If you're recovering records on the same phone, don't save them to the same folder from where they were deleted! Use a different memory partition or external partition SD-map to avoid overwriting.

6.Setting up automatic call recording

If you want all calls recorded automatically, set this up in the standard Phone app:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Phone → Recording calls.
2. Enable the option of Automatic Recording.
3. Choose which calls to record: 📞 All calls. 📞 Only incoming 📞 Only outgoing 📞 Only contacts.

Just a voice.

Voice and surrounding sounds

For third-party applications (such as ACR), settings are more flexible:

• 🔧 Number Filtering: You can exclude the recording of calls from certain contacts.
• 🔧 Record quality: bitrate selection (32 to 256 kbit/s).
• 🔧 Notifications: option to inform the interlocutor about the recording (mandatory for legal use in some countries).

Important: In some regions (e.g. the U.S. or EU countries), it may be illegal to automatically record calls without notifying the other person.

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On the Poco X3 with MIUI 14, recording calls via Bluetooth headphones may not work due to firmware limitations. To resolve the problem, turn off Bluetooth before calling or use a wired headset.

7. Problems with recording calls and their solutions

Poco X3 users often face the following problems when recording calls:

If none of the solutions worked, try resetting the phone app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Phone → Storage.
2. Click Clear Data and Clear Cache.
3. Reset the device.

For advanced users: If the problem persists, check the system logs through ADB:

adb logcat | grep -i "call_recording"

This will help to identify errors at the firmware level.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Poco X3 call recording