Modern Xiaomi TVs on the Android platform TV Google TV Not only do they allow you to watch movies, but they also allow you to use social networks, including VKontakte. VK for TV-There is no Android version, and the web version of the site is often displayed incorrectly. In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to log in to Contact via Mi TVs. TV, Redmi Smart TV Mi Box consoles – from simple to technically complex.
It’s important to understand that the functionality will be limited compared to a mobile app: for example, you can’t run VK Music in the background or use some mini-apps, but you can watch news feeds, correspondence, photos and videos — right from the big screen. If your TV is released before 2019, check first whether it supports Google Play Store or Mi App Store — without this, most methods will not work.
We tested all methods on Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 55" (2022), Redmi Smart TV X50 (2021) and the console Mi Box S 2nd Gen. Instructions are relevant for firmware Android TV 11/12 and Google TV. If you have a different version, some steps may differ.
1. Method: via browser (the simplest)
The most versatile method that works on any Xiaomi TV with Internet access is to use a built-in browser, which is suitable even for older models without support for Google Play.
Open your browser (usually the Internet or TV Browser in the app menu) and go to vk.com. The system will automatically redirect you to the mobile version of the site to improve the display:
- 🔍 Enter in the address bar vk.com?mobile=0 – This will force you to download the desktop version.
- 📱 Use a touchpad remote (such as from the Mi Box) or connect a wireless mouse via Bluetooth – controlling the cursor will be more convenient.
- 🔄 If the site is slowing down, clear the browser cache in the settings: Settings → Annexes → browser → Clear the data.
Cons: no notifications for new messages, video playback with delays, some functions (such as stories) may not work, but you do not need to install anything additional.
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If the browser does not open VK, try changing the User-Agent to "Desktop" in the browser settings, which will help bypass the locking of mobile devices.
2. Method: via the VK app for Android TV (unofficial)
Official application Vkontakte for Android TV There is no such thing as a workaround: installation APK-This is a file from a mobile version adapted for a TV, and it's suitable for models with Google Play Store and the ability to install third-party apps.
Download the latest version of APK from a trusted source (such as APKCombo or APKPure), transfer it to a flash drive and connect it to a TV.
- Open the File Manager (or ES Explorer if installed).
- Find the downloaded file (for example, vk_android_9.45.0.apk).
- Start the installation by allowing installation from unknown sources in the security settings.
- After installation, the application will appear in the menu, but for proper operation you will need a mouse or keyboard – the remote does not support all gestures.
Important: some functions (calls, mini-applications) in APK-The version will not work due to Android limitations. TV. The application can also be blocked due to the device check, in which case the change of Build.prop will help (see method 5).
Download APK from a trusted site | Connect a flash drive to a TV | Allow installation from unknown sources | Connect a mouse/keyboard to control
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3. Method: through Miracast (screen projection)
If you have an Android or iOS smartphone, you can duplicate your phone screen on your TV and use the VK mobile app in full screen mode.
- 📱 On your smartphone, enable Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring on iOS or Miracast on Android).
- 📺 On Xiaomi TV, go to Settings → Connections → Wireless display.
- 🔗 Select your phone from the list of available devices.
Advantages of the method: full functionality of VK (including calls and stories), easy control from the phone. Disadvantages: possible lags when watching videos, quickly dies down the smartphone battery. To work stably, both devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Through the browser|Through APK|Miracast (projection)|Another option-->
4. Method: through third-party launchers (for advanced)
The standard Android TV launcher limits the installation of many applications, but it can be replaced with an alternative one, such as an ATV Launcher or TV Launcher.
- 📱 Install any APK-file-file.
- 🎮 Use game controllers for navigation.
- 🔧 Customize the interface to your needs.
Installation of the launcher requires activation of the developer mode:
- Go to Settings → About TV → Assembly number.
- Click on the build number 7 times until you become a developer!
- Go back to Settings → For developers and enable USB debugging.
- Install the launcher via ADB or from a flash drive.
Once you install the launcher, you can download the mobile version of VK via Google Play (if available in your area) or install an APK with manual permissions settings.
If the new launcher is unstable, you can return the original interface through the ADB command.
5. Method: through Build.prop change (for tech-savvy)
If VK blocks the TV entry, defining it as an “unsupported device,” you can swap the system IDs to make the app think it’s running on a smartphone, a method that requires root rights or ADB access.
Instructions:
- Connect the TV to your PC using ADB (Developer Mode is required).
- Run the command to edit build.prop: adb pull /system/build.prop notepad build.prop
- Find the lines: ro.product.model=MiTV ro.product.brand=xiaomi and replace them with: ro.product.model=Redmi Note 10 ro.product.brand=Redmi Note 10
- Save the file and download it back: adb push build.prop /system/adb reboot
Once rebooted, the TV will be defined as a smartphone, and VK will stop blocking the input.Risks: incorrect edits to build.prop can lead to a cyclical reboot of the device.
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Changing Build.prop is the most reliable way to get around VK blocking, but it requires technical skills. If you're not sure, use Miracast or a browser.
Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
| Method | Difficulty | Equipment required | Functionality of VK | Risks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through the browser | ⭐ | Only TV. | Limited (no notifications) | No. |
| APK installation | ⭐⭐ | Flash, mouse. | Full (except for calls) | Account blocking (rarely) |
| Miracast | ⭐⭐ | Smartphone + Wi-Fi | Complete. | Lags at video |
| Third-party launcher | ⭐⭐⭐ | Keyboard, ADB | Complete. | Unstable work |
| Change to Build.prop | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | PC, ADB, root | Complete. | Risk of "bricking" |
For most users, the best solution is Miracast (if you have a smartphone) or a browser (if you need to get in quickly). APK + launcher for maximum functionality.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after successfully logging into VK on a Xiaomi TV, there may be difficulties, and here are the most common ways to fix them:
- 🚫 No video opens: clear your browser cache or update your TV firmware. APK — Check the version of the app (should be no older than 2023).
- 🔒 Requires confirmation of the SMS: VK It can request verification when you sign in from a new device. Use a backup number or email to confirm.
- 🎵 No music playing: in the browser VK It blocks the background playback, and the solution is to use Miracast from your smartphone.
- 🖱️ Uncomfortable to control: connect a wireless mouse via Bluetooth or use a touchpad remote (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Remote Pro).
⚠️ Attention: If after installation APK VK asks to update, but the update is not installed – disable automatic updates of applications in Google Play. otherwise the system can replace your version with a non-working one. TV.
⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with a processor MTK (For example, Redmi Smart. TV X43 In 2020, Miracast may not work due to hardware limitations, in which case only the browser or APK.