How to Set Up Google Caller on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Error Solutions

Google Phone is becoming more popular with Xiaomi owners thanks to its clean interface, spam protection and integration with Google services. MIUI It often raises questions, from conflict with the native phone app to microphone problems during calls. In this article, we will examine the unique nuances of installing Google Callers on Xiaomi in 2026, including circumventing restrictions. MIUI Optimization for Hybrid Dual models SIM.

It is important to understand that Xiaomi by default blocks the replacement of the standard mobile application with third-party counterparts. MIUI, But you can get around the restriction legally, without rooting or losing the warranty. 12 Pro+, POCO F5 Xiaomi 13T latest-edition MIUI 14/15, Therefore, all the steps are relevant to modern devices.

Why is Google Calling better than Xiaomi’s standard app?

The native app "Phone" in MIUI Critics criticize over-advertising, lack of spam filter and inconvenient interface.Google Caller solves these problems:

• 🛡️ Built-in spam protection: automatically blocks fraudulent numbers marked “Suspicious Call” (base updated by Google).
• 🔍 Contact and business profile search: Shows the company name when you call (e.g. SberBank instead of an unknown number).
• 📊 Call statistics: call times, frequently contacted numbers, and even recording conversations (on supported devices).
• 🌐 Google Duplex integration: the ability to book tables or make appointments via voice assistant (works in the US and some European countries).

Google Caller also supports ViLTE (video calls via video). LTE) On compatible carriers, whereas in the standard Xiaomi application this feature is often absent, but there are also disadvantages: for example, on some Xiaomi models, when using Google Callers, dual calls stop working. SIM dual-mode 4G — More about this in the section on problems.

Preparation of Xiaomi smartphone to install Google Callers

Before installation, you need to follow a few critical steps, otherwise the application will either not start or will work with errors. MIUI 14/15, Where Google has restricted background activity of third-party apps.

Delete the cache of the standard application "Phone"|Disable battery optimization for Google Calls|Allow auto-launch of the application|Enable permission to change system settings-->

First thing you need to check the version. MIUI In Settings → The phone, if you have one. MIUI 13 or older, update your firmware – in older versions of Google, a caller may not be handling incoming calls correctly:

1. Disable the standard Phone app: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Phone, click "Disable." Attention: this will not remove the app, but only prevent it from auto-starting. If the "Disable" button is inactive, skip this step - on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi). K60) it's limited.
2. Allow system settings to be changed: C Settings → Special facilities → Special features services enable Google Caller (after installation) This is necessary for the correct function of the "Pick up" function when an incoming call is performed.
3. Set up permissions for Google Play Services: Without this, the app won't be able to detect spam. → Annexes → Permit management → Autostart and enable Autostart for Google Play Services and Google Calls.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI for Russia (e.g. Redmi) 12C) You may not have the option to disable the standard Phone app, in which case, after you install Google Callers, you will have to manually select it as the default app for each call.

Google Calls on Xiaomi Step-by-step installation

There are two ways to install the app: through Google Play or manually (if your model is not officially supported), and we recommend the former, as manual installation requires additional permissions and can cause crashes.

Method 1: Installation via Google Play (officially)

• 📱 Open the Google Calls page in the Play Store.
• 🔍 If the app doesn't show up, your device isn't officially supported. Use Method 2.
• 📥 Click “Install” and wait for the download to be completed.
• 🔧 After installation, go to Settings → Annexes → Default applications → Phone and select Google Caller.

Method 2: Manual installation APK (for unsupported models)

If your Xiaomi is not compatible with Google Calling officially (e.g., Google Calling, POCO M5s or Redmi 10A), download APK from a trusted source, like APKMirror. arm64 Modern smartphones or universal models.

Before installation:

1. Enable installation from unknown sources: Settings → Privacy → Special permits → Installation of unknown applications → Select a browser or file manager.
2. Install. APK and allow all the permissions requested.
3. Restart the device – this is a must for the application of changes in system services.

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If after installing Google Caller does not appear in the default application list, clear the cache and the Settings app data (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache/data).

Google Calls: Optimization for Xiaomi

After installation, the application must be configured correctly to avoid typical problems: missing notifications about calls, a broken microphone or conflicts with the user. MIUI. Let's start with the basic parameters:

1. Adjust notifications and sound

• 🔔 Open Google Caller, tap on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Notifications.
• 📳 Enable the “Show Notifications” option and prioritize “Maximum».
• 🎵 In the section "Sound and vibration" select the ringtone (we recommend downloading custom through Settings). → Sounds and vibrations → The ringing melody MIUI).

2. Optimization for double SIM

On devices with Dual SIM (for example, Xiaomi 13T Redmi Note 12 Pro Google Caller may not correctly identify active SIM-To fix the map:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose. SIM-Default call card (for example, «SIM 1»).
3. In Google Caller, go to Settings → Calls. → SIM-Call card and indicate the same SIM.

3. Enable spam protection

One of the key features of Google Callers is blocking spam, so it works:

• 🛡️ Enable the Spam Filter in Settings → Spam and calls.
• 📞 Activate the option to “Show spam warnings».
• 🔄 Update the spam database: just open the spam section and wait 10-15 seconds.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI For Russia, the spam filter may not work due to Google restrictions, in which case use the alternative, Truecaller, but note that this app collects more data about your contacts.

Solving typical Google Caller problems on Xiaomi

Even after you set it up properly, you'll see bugs, and we've collected some of the most common bugs and fixes that we've tested on. MIUI 14/15.

1.Incoming calls are not working.

If the calls do not come (the phone does not ring, but the subscriber hears the beeps):

• 🔋 Check if battery optimization for Google Calls: Settings is disabled → Annexes → Application management → Google Caller. → Battery → No restrictions.
• 📵 Make sure that in the settings → Notifications → Apps for Google Calls included pop-up notifications.
• 🔄 Restart your phone and check if the app conflicts with MIUI Security (antivirus from Xiaomi).

2.The microphone is not working during the call

The problem is typical for devices with MediaTek (for example, Redmi Note 11 or MediaTek). POCO X5). Decisions:

• 🎤 Check the permissions: Settings → Annexes → Google Caller. → Permits → Microphone → should be “Allowed».
• 🔊 Turn off the Bluetooth headset (if connected) – sometimes Google Caller mistakenly redirects the sound to an inactive device.
• 🛠️ Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

Conflict with MIUI Dialer (standard application)

If both apps ("Phone" and Google Caller) are active, duplicate notifications or crashes may occur to avoid:

1. Open the Settings. → Annexes → Default applications → Phone and select Google Caller.
2. B Settings → Annexes → Application management → Press "Stop" (Do not turn off!).
3. If the problem remains, install it. MIUI Dialer in “Sleeping” mode via Security (Xiaomi antivirus).

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If after all the manipulations Google Caller is not stable, try installing a modified version of Google Dialer for All Devices from the forum. XDA. She's circumventing restrictions. MIUI, but requires manual updates.

Additional features: recording conversations and integration with Google Assistant

Google Caller supports recording conversations, but on Xiaomi, this feature can be hidden due to regional restrictions.

1. Install Google Call Assistant (call assistant).
2. In Google Caller, go to Settings → Recording of conversations.
3. Enable the option to "Automatically Record" (not available in all regions).

If there is no “Recording conversations” item, use the workaround:

1. Enable USB debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (find “Build Number” and type 7 times).


2. Connect the phone to the PC and execute the command:




adb shell settings put global hidden_api_policy 1




3. Restart the device and check for the recording option.

For integration with Google Assistant:

• 🗣️ Enable the voice assistant: Settings → Google → Settings for Google apps → Search, helper and voice → «Google Assistant».
• 📞 Allow access to calls: in the Assistant settings, activate "Call Management».
• 🔄 Now you can say, “OK, Google, call your mom” and make the call through Google Caller.

⚠️ Note: Recording conversations without notifying the interlocutor may violate the laws of your country.In Russia, according to Art. 138 of the Criminal Code, recording a conversation without consent is allowed only if you are a participant in it and do not distribute the recording.

Alternatives to Google Calling for Xiaomi

If Google Caller is not suitable (for example, due to problems with the Internet) MIUI If you don’t have support for your model, consider alternatives:

• 📱 Truecaller: Pros: the best spam number database, working with double SIM. Cons: collects contact data, advertising in the free version.
• 🔒 Simple Dialer: Pros: minimalist interface, no advertising. Cons: no spam filter and no integration with Google.
• 🌍 ExDialer: Pros: Support T9-Cons: outdated design, possible bugs on Android 13+.

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If you make frequent calls abroad, Google Caller has a hidden feature of cheap international calls via Google Fi. To activate it, set Google Fi and select the rate "Pay As You Go" (pay on the fact).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Google Call on Xiaomi