Setup MMS on Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Solving Typical Problems

Multimedia messages (MMS) on Xiaomi smartphones are often a headache for users – no photos are sent, no notifications are sent, no contact is selected to send. The reason usually lies in the wrong settings of the APN access point, conflicts with the operator or software limitations of MIUI. In this article, we will discuss not only the standard MMS setup procedure for all modern models of Redmi, POCO and Xiaomi (including Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and POCO F6), but also solve common errors that are not described in the official instructions.

Feature MIUI The system can automatically reset the parameters. APN after updates or when changing SIM-In addition, some operators (e.g., the Television)2 or Iota) require manual input of hidden parameters, without which MMS We tested all the steps on current versions of the firmware (including the ones that are not going to work). MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS) and have assembled proven configurations for major Russian and foreign operators «MMS Do not send" or "do not load media", follow our instructions - it covers 95% case.

1.Preparation: Checking the baseline conditions for MMS

Before you go into the settings, make sure your Xiaomi smartphone meets the minimum requirements for working with MMS:

  • 📶 Mobile Internet is active: MMS They use data transmission, therefore, without connecting to the network (2G/3G/4G/5G) No sending possible. Check the signal indicator in the status bar.
  • 💳 SIM-card MMS: Outdated. SIM (for example, without support USSD) or virtual operators (such as Tinkoff Mobile) can block the function.
  • 📱 Version. MIUI at least 12: On old firmware (MIUI 11 and earlier) may not have the desired parameters APN. Update the system in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
  • 🔄 No active VPN Programs like AdGuard or 1.1.1.1 often block traffic. MMS. Turn them off while you set them up.

If at least one of the items is not completed, the setting MMS It's not going to work. 10C It is often forgotten that MMS You need an active mobile Internet package -- even if you have unlimited calls, it doesn't guarantee multimedia messaging. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Data savings – it can block background transmission MMS.

📊 What kind of operator are you on Xiaomi?
MTS
Beeline
MegaFon
Tele2.
iota
Other

2.Manual setting of APN for MMS on Xiaomi

The main reason for MMS failure is the wrong APN settings, and even if the Internet works, you need a separate profile for an MMS. Here's how to add it:

  1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
  2. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
  3. Slip the access points (APN) → Add an access point.
  4. Fill in the fields according to your operator’s data (see the table below).
  5. Save the settings and restart the phone.

Important: If you already have a profile with your carrier's name on the list, don't edit it, create a new one. Older APNs often contain outdated settings.

Operator.APN nameAPNMMSCProxy MMS.Port MMS
MTSmts mmsmms.mts.ruhttp://mmsc:8002192.168.192.1928080
Beelinebeeline mmsmms.beeline.ruhttp://mms192.168.094.0208080
MegaFonmegafon mmsmms.megafon.ruhttp://mmsc:800210.10.10.108080
Tele2.tele2 mmsmms.tele2.ruhttp://mmsc.tele2.ru:8002193.12.151.28080

Critical detail for Xiaomi on HyperOS: if after saving APN Missed from the list, go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points (⋮) → Show system, find Settings, and clear the cache, and it will reset the configuration cache and return your cache. APN.

A separate profile has been created for MMS|Name. APN coincidental|Fields MMSC, proxy and port full|Profile selected active (tick)|Phone reboots after changes-->

MMS problems on Xiaomi: typical mistakes and solutions

Even after setting up the APNs correctly, MMS may not work, and here are the most common failures and ways to fix them:

  • 📵 Message “Cannot be downloaded” MMS»: Usually associated with traffic blocking, check if the Charge Saving or Background Limiting mode for the Messages app is enabled.
  • ⏳ MMS hanging on sending: Remove the Messages app cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management. If it doesn't work, try sending it. MMS via a third-party application (e.g. Textra) SMS).
  • 🔒 You can't choose a contact for MMS: It's a bug. MIUI. Solution: Open contact through the Contacts app, tap More → Send a message. → MMS.
  • 📥 Empty people come. MMS: The culprit is the operator. Ask him for settings automatically, sending it to you. USSD-team (e.g. for MTS: *111*247#).

A special case is Xiaomi with two SIM-If you're not. MMS not working second SIM, Check if the data priority is set for the first card in Settings → SIM-map → Priority of mobile data, also on some models (e.g, POCO X5 Pro) you must manually specify which SIM used MMS, message-setting.

What if the operator does not support MMS?
Some virtual operators (e.g., SberMobile or Summer) do not provide MMS. In this case, you can: 1. Use alternative messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram). 2. Send photos via email or cloud services. 3. Temporarily activate the SIM of another operator with support for MMS (e.g., MegaFon).

4.Tune in. MMS through USSD-teams (for lazy ones)

You don't want to manually prescribe. APN? Most operators allow you to automatically configure MMS assisted USSD-Here are the actual commands for popular providers:

  • 📶 MTS: Dial it up *111*247# and follow the instructions.
  • 📶 Beeline: Send the empty SMS 06503.
  • 📶 MegaFon: Dial it up *105*003#.
  • 📶 Television2: Dial it *155*1# and select "Internet settings».

After sending the command, you will come. SMS with configuration - save it and restart the phone. Note: Xiaomi with HyperOS sometimes requires you to confirm the settings manually (stamp on the notification). USSD Not working, check if the service numbers are blocked in the settings SIM-map.

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If USSD-The command is not working, so try typing it in through the Phone app, not through the lock screen. MIUI Service requests are ignored when entering from a locked screen.

5. Alternative ways to send MMS to Xiaomi

If standard methods do not help, use the workarounds:

  • 📲 Third-party SMS-Apps: Install Google Messages or Textra SMS They're often better at working with Google Play. MMS, than the standard app Messages from Xiaomi.
  • 🌐 Email: Many operators allow you to send MMS to the email address in the format number@operator.ru (for example, 79123456789@mms.mts.ru).
  • 🔄 Temporary shift APN: If you have a MegaFon, try using it. APN It's sometimes triggered by roaming.

For users of POCO F5 and other HyperOS models, there is another trick: turn on the developer mode (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times) and in Settings → Additional → For developers, activate the debugging option over USB. Then connect the phone to your PC, open ADB and execute the command:

adb shell settings put global preferred_network_mode 9

This command forcibly switches the network to LTE/3G/2G (auto) mode, which sometimes solves problems with MMS on new firmware.

Verification of MMS: test messages

To make sure that the settings are applied correctly, send a test MMS:

  1. Open the Messages app.
  2. Create a new message and attach a small photo (up to 300 KB in size).
  3. Send it to your own number or to a friend’s (who also has Xiaomi) number, making it easier to track the result.
  4. If the message is gone but it doesn't get there, the problem is on the operator's side. If it doesn't go away at all, check the APN again.

For diagnostics, you can use the Xiaomi engineering menu:

  1. Please enter the phone number #4636##.
  2. Select Phone Information.
  3. Scroll down to the Network Settings block and check if the MMS setting is reliable (should be Yes).

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If the test MMS didn’t pass, but the Internet works, the problem is exactly APN. Delete all existing profiles and create a new one from scratch using the data from the table in Section 2.

7. Frequent questions on MMS on Xiaomi (FAQ)

🔹 Why? MMS They come, but they don't?
This is a typical problem for Tele2 and Yota. Solution: Delete all APNs except the standard one. Create a new profile called tele2 mms (or yota mms). In the APN Type field, specify mms (without quotation marks). In the MMS Port field, write 9201 instead of 8080. If it doesn't help, contact the operator - it is possible that your MMS is being sent is blocked on your tariff.
🔹 How to send MMS via Wi-Fi?
It's not possible on Xiaomi -- MMS is always on the mobile network. But you can: Send a photo via messenger (Viber, WhatsApp), use email or cloud storage (Google Photo, Yandex.Disk), activate the Wi-Fi Calling option (if it's supported by the operator), but this does not guarantee the MMS.
🔹 Why? MMS come in without pictures?
This is due to: operator traffic blocking (often on unlimited rates); incorrect MMSC in APN settings (check the table above); restrictions in the Messages app (try Google Messages); Solution: request settings from the operator via USSD or contact support.
🔹 Can I send it? MMS iPhone with Xiaomi?
Yes, but: iPhone must support MMS (some Apple plans block them). The message format must be compatible (e.g. Xiaomi can compress photos to 300KB, and iPhone can't). If MMS doesn't reach, try sending it as iMessage (but for that, the recipient must have iMessage enabled).
🔹 How to reset the settings MMS factory-to-factory?
Do the following: Go to Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN). Tap. ⋮ → Reset to default values. Confirm the reset and restart the phone. Then request settings from the operator via USSD Or create a new one manually. APN.

8.Conclusion: What to do if nothing helps

If you’ve tried all the ways, but MMS on Xiaomi still doesn’t work, there are some radical measures left:

  • 📞 Contact operator support: Sometimes the issue is on the provider's side (e.g. time limits or billing failures). ask to check if the service is activated MMS on your room.
  • 🔄 Reset network settings: Go to Settings → System system → Reset → Reset the network settings. This will delete all stored Wi-Fi and APN, Often solves problems with mobile communication.
  • 📱 Re-flash the phone: If the crash is caused by a firmware error (for example, after a failed update), try reinstalling MIUI or HyperOS via Fastboot.

The last tip for Xiaomi owners on HyperOS: if after all the manipulations MMS and did not work, try to roll back on the old version of MIUI (for example, MIUI 14). in new firmware sometimes conflicts with the telephony module, especially on models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2/3 processor.

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Before resetting the network or flashing backup messages using the SMS Backup & Restore app – so you will not lose your correspondence history.

⚠️ Note: If you use Xiaomi with custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), customization MMS In this case, check if your firmware supports RIL (radio interface for your model.