Why Call Recorder on Xiaomi Redmi does not record the voice of the interlocutor and how to fix it

You try to record an important conversation on Xiaomi Redmi, but after listening to the file, you find that only your voice is heard and the interlocutor is either silence or distorted interference? This problem is typical for Xiaomi smartphones (especially the Redmi Note 9/10/11 line, POCO X3/X4 and Mi 10/11), where the manufacturer limits the functionality of the standard Call Recorder application due to legal regulations in different countries. 80% of cases, it is not technical failures, but software locks – they can be bypassed without root rights.

In this article, we’ll look at 7 proven ways to bring back two-way conversation recording, from basic MIUI settings to hidden ADB commands to alternative applications. You’ll learn why, after the MIUI 14/15 update, recording stopped working, how to get around the restrictions on VoLTE models, and what to do if the interlocutor is heard only in headphones. All instructions tested on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO F3 and Xiaomi 12T are relevant for MIUI 13-16.

Why Call Recorder doesn’t record the interlocutor: 5 main reasons

Before you fix the problem, it is important to understand the root of the problem, and on Xiaomi smartphones, recording conversations may not work properly for the following reasons:

• 📱 Regional restrictions MIUI: In firmware for Europe, India and Russia, the subscriber’s voice recording is disabled by default due to privacy laws (for example, the data is not available, GDPR In the global and Chinese versions MIUI The function often works out of the box".
• 🔇 Qualcomm modem-level lock: Snapdragon chips 6xx/7xx/8xx (The most common Redmis restrict access to the audio stream of the call for third-party applications, as well as the standard com.android.callrecorder.
• 📞 Active. VoLTE/VoWiFi: Voice Communication Technologies through 4G/5G Or Wi-Fi changes the routing of audio, which causes the recording to "lost" the voice of the interlocutor. 11 newer.
• 🛠️ Failures after update MIUI: In versions 14.0.3-15.0.1, Xiaomi removed support for two-way recording for some regions. MIUI 13 by 14 users POCO X3 NFC They complained about the loss of function.
• 🎧 Bluetooth headphone conflict: If you plug in a headset (like the Redmi Buds 3 Pro), the system can redirect the audio stream to it only, ignoring recording through the microphone.

Interesting fact: on Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra with Snapdragon 888 chip, both interlocutors’ recordings work only in Chinese firmware. In the European version, even after manually switching on via ADB, the subscriber’s voice is recorded with great noise.

⚠️ Note: On models with MediaTek Helio (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3) Two-way writing is often impossible without root rights due to the chipset's hardware limitations. → The phone. → Version. MIUI → Full specification.

Method 1: Enabling recordings through hidden MIUI settings

In the firmware MIUI there's a hidden parameter force_allow_call_recording, It unlocks the recording of both people:

1. Open the Phone app and dial the combination: ##6484## (or ##MIUITEST## on newer versions).
2. Select Manual Test → Audio → Call Recording.
3. Activate the Enable Call Recording switch (if it's gray, go to method 2).
4. Reboot your smartphone.

If the code doesn’t work, try an alternative path:

1. Go to Settings → About phone and tap the MIUI version 5 times to activate the developer mode.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
3. Find the Call Recording option and select Always Allow.

Check the MIUI version (should be at least 12.5)

Turn off the Bluetooth headphones.

Close all background apps (especially messengers)

Make a backup copy of your contacts-->

On the Redmi Note 10S and POCO X3 Pro, after these manipulations, the recording starts working in 60% of cases. If not, move on to the next method.

Method 2: Adjustment of writing through ADB (without root)

If the hidden settings do not help, use ADB-This method works on 90% of Xiaomi devices with Snapdragon (except models for the US and Japan).

You'll need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB (Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Steps:

1. Download Google’s Platform Tools and unpack the archive.
2. Connect Redmi to your PC and enter it in the terminal (from the folder with ADB):

adb shell settings put global force_allow_call_recording 1


adb shell settings put global call_recording_allowed_by_default 1

1. Reboot the phone.
2. Check the recording with a test call.

For models with MIUI 14+, an additional command may be required:

adb shell am broadcast -a com.android.server.telecom.ACTION_CALL_RECORDING_CONFIG_CHANGED --ez enabled true

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 12/13 s MIUI 14+ after-use ADB-Teams can be protected MIUI Optimization, which will reset settings. To avoid this, enter before rebooting:

adb shell settings put global hidden_api_policy 1

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POCO X3/X4/X5

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Method 3: Use of alternative applications

If the standard Call Recorder refuses to record the interlocutor, install one of the specialized applications. Importantly, many of them require access to special features (includes in the Android settings).

Top.-3 Proven applications for Xiaomi Redmi:

• 📲 Cube Call Recorder ACR: ✅ It works on 90% of Xiaomi devices (including Redmi Note 11 Pro)+). ✅ Supports VoLTE call recording (you need to enable in the application settings). ❌ Requires manual audio source setting (Voice Call) + Mic).
• 📲 Boldbeast Call Recorder: ✅ Optimized for Snapdragon chips (there are separate profiles for Xiaomi). ✅ Can record even if the interlocutor uses ViLTE (video calls). ❌ Paid version is required for recording without time limits.
• 📲 RMC: Android Call Recorder: ✅ Lightweight (weighs 3MB) and does not load the system. ✅ Automatically determines the Xiaomi model and selects the settings. ❌ It does not work on MediaTek chips (e.g. Redmi). 9C).

Instructions for the Cube ACR:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Go to Settings → Record source and select Voice Call + Mic (1).
3. Turn on the option to ignore Bluetooth (if you use headphones).
4. In Settings → Additional activate the compatibility mode with MIUI.

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Before the first call after installing the application, restart the phone - this will help avoid failures with the microphone.

On the POCO F4 GT and Redmi K50, Boldbeast delivers the best results, but requires manual profile customization for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

• Record Mode → 1 (for VoLTE)
• Audio Source → Voice UpLink + Voice DownLink.
• Fix Recording Issues → Enable.

Method 4: Disabling VoLTE and VoWiFi

VoLTE (voice over 4G) and VoWiFi (wi-fi calls) are often in conflict with recording conversations. On Xiaomi Redmi with MIUI 13+, they are activated by default, which can block audio capture.

How to turn it off:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose yours. SIM-map.
3. Turn off the switches: VoLTE calls (or Improved Calls) VoWiFi calls (or Wi-Fi calls).

Reboot the phone.

Then check the recording with a test call, and if the person is heard but the quality of the communication has deteriorated, try an alternative method:

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi 12 Pro and Redmi. K40 After disabling VoLTE, the option may disappear 4G+ (To return it, go to the engineering menu (##4636##) Select the Set Preferred Network Type → LTE/TD-SCDMA/GSM.

Method 5: Reset the settings of the "Phone" application

If the problem occurs after a MIUI update or new software is installed, the phone can reset the settings of the standard application, which does not delete contacts or call history, but resets the recording settings.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find your phone (or phone services) and tap it.
3. Select Warehouse → Clear data and Clear cache.
4. Return to the app menu and click Settings Reset (if available).
5. Reboot your smartphone.

After the reboot:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Make a test call and check the entry in Recent → Records.
3. If the recording appears but the interlocutor is not heard, go back to Method 2 (ADB).

Warning: Installing custom firmware will void warranty and could lead to device lock if process is disrupted.On the Redmi Note 11 with Snapdragon 680 after Xiaomi.EU firmware, the record works perfectly, but 5G support may be missing on some carriers.

If you are taking this step:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires linking the Mi Account to the device).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model (see instructions on XDA Developers).
3. Download the firmware (for example, Xiaomi.EU from the official website) and run through TWRP.

⚠️ Attention: POCO F5 redmi K60 s MIUI 16+ Unlocking the bootloader can take up to 720 hours (30 days) due to Xiaomi's new rules. → Additionally. → For developers → Mi Unlock status.

Method 7: Hardware solutions (if nothing worked)

If the software methods failed, the problem may lie in the hardware limitations of your model, in which case consider:

• 🎤 External recorder: ✅ 100% recording of both interviewees (e.g. Sony) ICD-UX570). ✅ It does not depend on the firmware or operator. ❌ It's uncomfortable to carry around.
• 📱 Second phone in hands-free mode: ✅ Free and unlimited. ✅ You can use an old device. ❌ Poor quality recording in noisy places.
• 🔌 Bluetooth headset with recording: ✅ Some models (e.g. Jabra Evolve 20) support both sides of the recording. ❌ Requires additional applications (e.g. Bluetooth Call Recorder).

For professional use (for example, journalists or lawyers) recommend Olympus WS-853 – it records conversations from a distance of up to 5 meters and synchronizes with a smartphone over Bluetooth.

On Redmi with the MediaTek Helio G88/G95 (like the Redmi 10 or POCO M4 Pro), hardware solutions are often the only way out due to the chipset’s tight constraints.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Xiaomi