How to install Wink app on Xiaomi TV: 3 working ways

Why install Wink on Xiaomi TV?

Wink is a universal smart home control center that allows you to control lighting, sockets, thermostats and other devices from the TV screen. On Xiaomi Mi TV or Redmi Smart TV, installing it opens up new possibilities: voice control via Google Assistant, creating automation scenarios and even integration with Mi Home (albeit with limitations).

The problem is that Xiaomi uses a modified version of Android TV with a limited set of preinstalled services. Even if your TV supports the Google Play Store, Wink may not show up in search due to regional restrictions or manufacturer policies. In this article, we’ll look at three proven installation methods, from the simplest to alternative methods for older models.

Important: Before you start, check the Android TV version on your device. To do this, go to Settings → About TV → Software version. Wink officially supports Android 9.0 and later, but with some reservations.

Method 1: Install Wink through the Google Play Store (official method)

If your Xiaomi TV runs on Android TV 10/11 and has access to a full Google Play Store, try this method first.

Instructions:

• 🔍 Open the Google Play Store on your TV (the icon in the app menu).
• 🔎 In the search bar, type Wink: Smart Home Control (full name!).
• 📥 If the application is found, click Install and confirm the action.
• ⚙️ After installation, start Wink and sign in via Google or Wink account.

If the application does not appear in the search, the reason may lie in:

• 🌍 Regional restrictions (Wink is only available in the United States and Canada).
• 📱 Outdated version of the software (on Android 8.0 and below the Play Store can block the installation).
• 🔒 Xiaomi policy (some models artificially restrict the list of available applications).

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If Wink is not on the Play Store, try changing your Google account region to “USA” via the web version on your computer. then update the Play Store data on your TV (go to Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync).

Method 2: Installation APK-Manual file (for experienced users)

If the official method does not work, you will have to install APK-This method is suitable for most models of Xiaomi Mi TV 4/4S/4A, Redmi Smart TV X and others based on Android 9.0+. The main condition is the presence of a file manager and permission to install from unknown sources.

Step-by-step:

1. Download. APK: 💻 On your computer or smartphone, go to the APKCombo or APKMirror website. 🔍 Find the latest version of Wink: Smart Home Control (check for Android compatibility) TV). 📥 Download the file to USB-storage device FAT32) Google Drive, Yandex Disk (Google Drive, Yandex Disk).
2. Move it. APK TV: 📁 Connect. USB to the TV or open cloud storage through the browser. 📂 Use the built-in File Manager (or install it) FX File Explorer from the Play Store).
3. Allow installation from unknown sources: ⚙️ Go to Settings. → Annexes → Security → Unknown sources. 🔓 Select File Manager (or browser if downloaded directly) and enable permission.
4. Install. APK: 📱 Find the downloaded file in the manager and click on it. ✅ Confirm the installation by following the prompts on the screen.

Download the latest version of APK from a verified source

Format USB-storage FAT32

Enable debugging over USB (for older models)

Check the space available (minimum 100 MB)

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Attention! Installing APKs from unverified sources could harm the device.

• 🔍 Hash sum of file (MD5) donor-site.
• 📌 User reviews about a particular version.
• 🛡️ Availability of a digital signature (in file properties).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi Mi models TV 3 and older (Android 6.0) installation APK This may cause an "Application not installed" error, which requires a manual firmware update or use of the app. ADB (see method 3).

Method 3: Installation via ADB (for advanced users)

If the first two methods fail, then installing it via ADB (Android Debug Bridge) is suitable for TVs with an APK locked installation or outdated software, requiring a computer with ADB drivers installed and a USB-A → USB-A cable (or USB-C, depending on the TV model).

Instructions:

1. Turn on USB debugging on TV: Settings → About TV → Software Version → Click 7 times on Software Version (Developer Mode is activated) Settings → Additional → For Developers → Debugging on USB (enable)
2. Connect the TV to the computer: 🖥️ Install. ADB Tools on PC. 🔌 Connect. TV to the computer by cable (port) USB 3.0 is preferable). 📋 In the command line (cmd) execute: adb devices Must display the device (for example, 192.168.x.x:5555).

Install APK via ADB

adb install /path/to/wink.apk

Where /path/to/wink.apk is the path to the downloaded file.

If there is a mistake "INSTALL_FAILED_NO_MATCHING_ABIS", signifier:

• 🔧 APK It is built under a different processor architecture (for example, arm64 instead armeabi-v7a).
• 🔄 Download the version. APK Android TV (is usually marked as tv in the file name).

Solving Common Errors When Installing Wink

Even after a successful installation, Wink may not start or work properly. Below is a table with typical problems and ways to solve them:

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with PatchWall firmware (e.g. Mi) TV 4X 55") Wink may conflict with the built-in device management system, in which case, before installing, be sure to turn off the Smart Home function in Settings. → Smart devices, otherwise the application will not be able to connect to the cloud.

Alternative ways to manage a smart home on Xiaomi TV

If you can’t install Wink, consider alternative apps with similar functionality:

• 🏠 Google Home is the official solution for managing devices through Google Assistant. supports most protocols (Zigbee, Z-Wave via hubs).
• 🔄 SmartThings (Samsung) – a cross-platform application with a wide base of compatible devices.
• 🌐 Home Assistant – an open platform for advanced users (requires settings on a separate server).
• 📱 Mi Home is Xiaomi’s native Mi Ecosystem ecosystem management app (but without third-party brand support).

Comparison of opportunities:

Wink

Google Home

SmartThings

Home Assistant

Mi Home

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Optimizing Wink on Xiaomi TV

After successful installation, set up Wink for maximum performance:

1. Turn off auto-update: Go to Google Play → Settings → App Auto-update and select Not Update Auto. New versions of Wink may contain compatibility errors.
2. Set up notifications: In Wink, turn off unnecessary alerts (such as sensor battery status) so they don’t interfere with TV viewing.
3. Use voice control: Connect Google Assistant to Wink via Settings → Voice Assistant. Now you can say commands like, "OK Google, turn on the living room light through Wink."
4. Create a shortcut on the home screen: Press the Home button on the remote → select Add → find Wink in the app list.

Advice for owners of Xiaomi Mi TV Q1/Q2: if Wink is slowing down, try to limit the background activity of the application in Settings → Apps → Wink → Battery → Limit background activity. This will reduce the load on the processor, but will turn off some notifications.

FAQ: Frequent questions about installing Wink on Xiaomi TV

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If your TV is older than 2018 (Android 8.0 and below), the only reliable way to install Wink is to install custom software firmware (such as ATVXperience), however, this requires unlocking the bootloader and may be unwarranted.