How to turn on the radio on your Xiaomi phone: FM, DAB+ and online stations

To turn on the radio on Xiaomi smartphones can be in several ways – from the classic FM-But many users are facing problems: Mi Radio is not in the firmware, the phone can't pick up a signal without headphones, there's no 3.5 mm jack at all. In this article, we will analyze all current methods for models 2020-2026, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Xiaomi 13.

It is important to understand: modern smartphones are often deprived of hardware FM-It's a module that saves space and makes it wireless, but even if your model doesn't support analog radio, there's always an alternative — DAB+ (We've tested all the different ways, and we've put together checklists to set up quickly.

Verification of support FM-Radio in your Xiaomi model

Not all Xiaomi phones are equipped with FM-For example, the flagship series Xiaomi 12/13 and some models POCO This is not the case, but the budget Redmi 10A or Redmi Note 11 It's being saved to make sure the module is in place:

• 🔍 Check the specifications on the official Xiaomi website (section "Wireless & Connectivity" → "FM Radio").
• 📱 Install Radio Info from Google Play, it will show if your phone has any FM-chip.
• 🔧 Go to the engineering menu: dial in the phone application ##4636##, then select Radio Information.

If your smartphone doesn’t support FM, go to the Internet radio or DAB+ sections. Also note that you need to connect wired headphones to work with analog radio – they act as an antenna.

⚠️ Note: On models without a 3.5 mm connector (for example, Xiaomi) 11T) FM-The radio won't work even if the chip is present. USB-C → 3.5 mm or wireless solutions.

Inclusion FM-Radio via the standard Mi Radio app

If your phone supports FM, the easiest way is to use the built-in Mi Radio app, which is pre-installed on most MIUI-enabled devices, but may not be available on global versions or after resetting. Here's how to activate it:

1. Connect the wired headphones (required!).
2. Open the Mi Radio app. If you don't have one, download APK from APKCombo.
3. Click Next in the welcome window and allow access to the Microphone (needed to scan stations).
4. Scan the button and the phone will find available stations in your area.
5. Save your favorite stations in Favorites by tapping the heart next to the name.

If the scan is not showing results:

• 📡 Check that the headphones are tightly connected - weak contact worsens reception.
• 🏙️ Move closer to the window or step out onto the balcony – in cities, the signal can be shielded by buildings.
• 🔄 Try manual search: enter the frequency of a popular station in your city (e.g. 100.5). FM for Europe Plus").

How to listen to the radio without headphones: bypassing restrictions

The main problem FM-Xiaomi radio is a requirement to plug in the headphones, because the wire is an antenna, but there are a few ways to get around the restriction:

• 🎧 Use a faulty headphone (with a broken wire) - as long as the connector is inserted into the socket, the signal will be weaker, but some stations may be caught.
• 🔌 Connect the 3.5mm adapter → USB-C (plug-free) + Not all adapters work, but the original Xiaomi or OnePlus are usually compatible.
• 📶 Buy the outside. FM-3.5mm antenna (sold on AliExpress for a single unit) ~300 ₽). Connects instead of headphones and improves reception.

For models without a 3.5 mm connector (Xiaomi) 11T, POCO F4) The only option is Internet radio or DAB+-receiver (if supported) You can also try to turn on FM through the Engineering Mode, but it requires root rights and does not guarantee success.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (Mi Radio can block launch without headphones at the software level, in which case only reflashing to the global version or using third-party ones will help. FM-player.

Internet radio on Xiaomi: the best apps and settings

If your phone doesn’t support FM or you want to listen to stations from other countries, Internet radio is the perfect solution. The main advantages are: no headphones, thousands of stations are available, there is a genre filter.

Top.-5 Internet radio applications on Xiaomi:

• 📻 TuneIn Radio – over 100,000 stations, podcast support, offline mode for premium users.

To save traffic:

1. In the application settings, select Low Quality (64-96 kbit/s).
2. Download your favorite stations offline (if you have such a feature).
3. Use Wi-Fi instead of mobile internet.

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If the station is constantly interrupted, try to turn on the mode "Traffic Saving" in the MIUI settings: Settings → SIM cards and mobile networks → Traffic savings. This will reduce the quality of the flow, but reduce the cliffs.

DAB+ Digital Radio on Xiaomi: What It Is and How to Set Up

DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a digital broadcast standard that offers better sound quality and more stations than FM. Unfortunately, most Xiaomi smartphones do not support DAB+ at the hardware level.

1. Outside DAB+-Bluetooth-connected receiver (e.g. Pure Highway 600 or Sangean) WFR-28). Cost: from 3,000 ₽.
2. Hybrid applications that combine DAB+ and Internet radio (e.g. DAB Radio App for countries with coverage).

In Russia, DAB+ is not yet common (only in Moscow, St. Petersburg and a few regions), but in Europe, it is the main standard. If you travel often, an external receiver will be useful.

Problems: Radio is not working or finds stations

If you’ve been following the instructions but the Xiaomi radio still doesn’t work, check out the following points:

• 🔋 Battery charge below 15%? some models lock FM-power-saving.
• 📵 Flight mode or Charge saving can turn off the radio. Turn them off in Settings. → Battery.
• 🔄 Update the firmware: in older versions MIUI I had a job bug. FM (especially on the Redmi 9A and POCO M3).
• 🛠️ Resetting the Mi Radio app settings: go to Settings → Annexes → Mi Radio → Warehouse → Clear the data.

If the problem is the lack of sound:

1. Check if the sound is turned off in the radio app itself.
2. Connect other headphones - maybe the connector or cable is faulty.
3. Go to Settings → Sound and turn off the sound amplification for headphones (may distort the signal).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro) after upgrading to MIUI 13 Mi Radio app goes missing. In this case, download it. APK from a verified source (e.g. APKMirror) and install manually, allowing installation from unknown sources.

Alternative ways to listen to the radio on Xiaomi

If none of the above methods work, consider these options:

• 📱 YouTube Music or Spotify – both have a Radio section where you can create stations by artist or genre.
• 🖥️ PC audio transmission: Turn on the radio on your computer and stream it to your phone via LocalCast or VLC.
• 📻 Smart speakers (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker) – many of them have built-in radio and are controlled from a smartphone.
• 🚗 Bluetooth Auto Receiver: Connect your phone to the radio and listen to the radio through it FM-module.

On Xiaomi models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1/2 processor (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro, POCO F4 GT), FM activation through the engineering menu sometimes helps: type ##36446337##, then select "FM Radio" and turn on the "Enable FM" option.

FAQ: Frequent questions about radio on Xiaomi