Why does the Navigator on Android-smartphones Xiaomi Redmi work poorly: a full analysis of problems

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi smartphones often face the fact that Yandex Navigator works unstable: the application slows down, loses the signal GPS, It's not exactly the right route or the wrong way to fly, and it's just the same as the firmware. MIUI, In this article, we will analyze 7 key reasons for the unstable operation of the navigator and give step-by-step solutions - from basic settings to deep optimization of the system.

The problem is that Xiaomi is aggressively optimizing background processes, and Yandex Navigator requires constant access to geolocation and the Internet, and the conflict of these mechanisms leads to failures, but the good news is that 90% of the problems are solved without flashing — just set up the smartphone and the application correctly.

We tested the solutions on Redmi Note models 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/12C It is noted that the most vulnerable devices 3-4 GB of RAM – they lack the resources for simultaneous operation of the navigator and background optimization MIUI. If your smartphone falls into this category, pay special attention to the section about cleaning the cache and disabling auto-optimization.

1.Problems with GPS: Why the Navigator Can't See the Location

The most common complaint of Redmi users is that the Navigator cannot determine the location or shows it with a large margin of error.

1. Hardware limitations – Redmi budget models (e.g. Redmi) 9A/10A) simplified GPS-modules MT6765 or MT6768, Which are worse at catching signals in urban areas.
2. Conflict with Chinese services - firmware MIUI It includes Baidu geolocation services and GPS China, which interfere with the work of Yandex Navigator.
3. Energy saving - Battery mode in settings MIUI limit GPS charge-saving.

To check if it's my fault GPS-module:

1. Open the Settings. → Additionally. → Diagnostics GPS (on some models the path: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 5 times to tap the core → Diagnostics GPS).
2. Run the test. If the satellites don't catch more than 2 minutes, the hardware is a problem.
3. Compare it to other navigators (like Google Maps), if it has the same problem, it’s the smartphone’s fault, if it doesn’t, the Yandex Navigator settings.

The solution for the weak GPS-module:

• 📍 Turn off Chinese geoservices: go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three dots (menu) → Show all the apps. Find Baidu, GPS China and turn them off (down button at the bottom).
• 🔄 Reset the settings. GPS: In Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting location settings.
• 📶 Use it. A-GPS: install the app GPS Status & Toolbox from Google Play and update your data A-GPS through.

⚠️ Note: If after disabling Chinese services, the function of Finding a device in Mi Account stopped working, turn them back on and try an alternative method (see the section about the service). MIUI Optimization).

Optimization MIUI: Why does the navigator fly off or slow down?

Firmware MIUI It's known for its aggressive optimization of background processes:

• The application can spontaneously close through 5-10 minute.
• Maps are delayed due to Internet connection restriction in the background.
• Voice prompts are interrupted as the system prioritizes other tasks.

The main culprits are:

1. MIUI Optimization – a system process that kills background applications.
2. Battery and performance – The default power saving mode limits the navigators.
3. Auto-cleaning RAM — MIUI Clears memory if the application is inactive for more than 3 minutes.

How to disable optimization for Yandex Navigator:

Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Yandex Navigator

Put it on the battery. → Choose Without Limitations

Go back in. → Permits → Enable Auto Start and Background Activity

Go to Settings. → Battery → Battery mode → Choose Productivity-->

For Redmi models on MIUI 13/14 additionally:

1. Enable Developer Mode (7 taps according to Version) MIUI phone).
2. Go to Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Disable the limitation of background processes and MIUI Optimization (the latter may require a reboot).

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If after the shutdown MIUI Optimization smartphone began to warm up – return the setting back and use an alternative method: add Yandex Navigator to the Cleaning exceptions RAM (Settings → Memory. → Cleanup RAM → Exceptions).

3. Lack of RAM: why the Navigator lays on Redmi with the help of the 3-4 GB RAM

Redmi models 9/10/Note 10 s 3-4 GB of RAM often encounters Yandex Navigator slowdowns, especially when using other applications simultaneously — MIUI reserve 1.5 GB of memory for system processes, leaving the navigator less 1 GB, which is not enough for smooth operation with 3D-map.

How to check the memory load:

1. Open the settings → About the phone → Memory.
2. Run Yandex Navigator and see how much memory the application takes (should be no more than that). 400-500 MB).
3. If the value exceeds 600 MB, the smartphone does not have enough resources.

Ways to free up memory:

• 🧹 Clear the Navigator cache: Settings → Annexes → Yandex Navigator → Memory. → Clear the cache. Repeat once a week.
• 🗑️ Disable unnecessary system applications: through Settings → Disable Mi Video, Mi Music, GetApps and other pre-installed services you don’t use.
• 🔄 Use the "Light Mode": in Yandex Navigator go to Settings → Maps. → Display mode → Light (off switches) 3D-building).

⚠️ Attention: If after cleaning the Yandex cache, the Navigator starts loading cards for a long time, this is normal. The cache contains previously downloaded data, and its cleaning forces the application to download everything again. To avoid this, use the Preloading maps in the Navigator settings (Settings) → Maps. → Preload).

4. Conflict with other navigators: Google Maps vs Yandex

If your Redmi has both Google Maps and Yandex Navigator installed at the same time, they may interfere with each other because of:

• Competition for GPS-Module (only one application can use it in priority mode).
• Background geolocation services conflict (both applications try to keep a connection to satellites).
• Restrictions MIUI Simultaneous operation of several navigators.

How to resolve the conflict:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Permissions → Autostart.
2. Turn off auto-run for Google Maps (if you only use Yandex Navigator).
3. B Settings → Location → Select Device Only (disables Wi-Fi and mobile networks for geolocation, leaving only the device to be used). GPS).

If you need both navigators:

• 📱 Use profiles: in MIUI You can create separate user profiles (Settings) → System system → Multiplayer mode) and run each navigator in your profile.
• 🔄 Switch priority: before the trip, open the desired navigator first - it will receive priority on the first flight. GPS.

5. Internet problems: The navigator does not load maps or routes

Yandex Navigator requires a stable Internet connection to:

• Download current traffic jams.
• Route building.
• Updates to maps (unless you use the offline version).

Redmi often has problems with:

1. Restrictions on background traffic in MIUI.
2. Unstable mobile Internet (especially on budget models with modules) 4G LTE Cat.4).
3. Traffic blocking by some operators (e.g. Tele2 or Iota may restrict access to Yandex servers).

Diagnostics of the problem:

1. Check the speed of the Internet through Speedtest (> 150 ms: a problem with the network.
2. Open it in your browser. https://maps.yandex.ru. If the site is not loaded – the lock at the operator level.
3. Run Yandex Navigator in In an airplane with only Wi-Fi on. If it works, it's the mobile Internet.

Decisions:

• 🌐 Turn off background traffic restriction: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Transfer of data → Background traffic → Disable the restriction
• 📡 Use it. VPN (e.g. 1.1.1.1: Faster Internet, if the operator blocks Yandex.
• 📥 Download offline maps: in Yandex Navigator go to Settings → Maps. → Download maps and select your region.

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If the mobile Internet is unstable, but Wi-Fi is stable, use modem modem: connect your smartphone to Wi-Fi, turn on the Access Point and connect a second phone (or tablet) to navigate. MIUI background traffic.

6.Outdated version of the application or firmware

If Yandex Navigator previously worked normally, but Suddenly began to brake - check:

• 📱 Application version (current as of June 2026 – 5.40)+).
• 🔄 Version MIUI (Redmi models older than 2021 are required MIUI 13+ for the correct operation of navigators).
• 📡 Google Play Services (Outdated Services May Conflict with Geolocation).

How to update:

1. Yandex Navigator: Open Google Play → find an app → Update.
2. MIUI: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → If the update does not come - download the firmware from the official Xiaomi website and install manually through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points. → Select a firmware file.
3. Google Play Services: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Google Play Services → Update

If the problem persists after the update:

• 🔄 Reset the Navigator settings: Settings → Annexes → Yandex Navigator → Memory. → Delete data (Warning: Save routes will be deleted!).
• 📱 Recoil to the previous version: if the lags appeared after the update, download APK older version with APKCombo (e.g. 5.30 instead of 5.40).

⚠️ Note: On Redmi models with MIUI 12 and older after the data reset Yandex Navigator may need to re-authenticate in the account Yandex. If there is an error when logging in, check whether Google Play Services and Storage permission for the application are enabled.

7. Hardware malfunctions: when the smartphone itself is to blame

If none of the software solutions helped, the problem may lie in the hardware:

• 📡 Damaged. GPS-module (often after falls or moisture ingestion).
• 🔋 Battery worn out – at a discharge below 20%, the smartphone begins to save energy by turning off GPS.
• 📶 Mobile network antenna malfunctions (internet problems even with full signal).

How to diagnose:

What to do:

• 🔧 If it's my fault GPS-Module: go to the service center. It costs 1,500 to 3,000 to replace the module on Redmi. ₽ (model-wise).
• 🔋 If the battery is a problem, check its health through AccuBattery. >50% battery replacement.
• 📡 If the antenna is faulty, try inserting another one. SIM-If the problem persists, it needs repair.

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Before visiting the service center, make a full data backup via Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset your smartphone to factory settings (Settings) → Resetting settings. This will help to eliminate software errors.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Yandex Navigator on Xiaomi Redmi