How to install an answering machine on a Xiaomi smartphone: all ways 2026

The answering machine on Xiaomi smartphone is not just a convenient feature for missed calls, but a real tool for managing incoming calls, POCO and flagship Mi models, where standard features MIUI Unlike the iPhone, where the answering machine is integrated into iOS by default, on Android (and Xiaomi in particular), this feature can work differently depending on the firmware version and region.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to install an answering machine on Xiaomi in 2026: from standard tools. MIUI You will learn how to set up a personal voice greeting, save messages from callers and even automate responses to calls from spammers. And why on some Xiaomi models, the answering machine may not work without additional manipulations with the operator’s settings.

1. Standard answering machine in MIUI: Where to look and how to turn on

On most Xiaomi smartphones (especially on models for the Indian and Chinese markets), the answering machine is built into the company shell. MIUI, But it depends on the firmware version. MIUI 14/15 The path to function has changed—it is now hidden deeper than before.

To find the standard answering machine:

• 📱 Open the phone application (pipe icon).
• 🔍 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Select Settings.
• 📝 Scroll down to Autoresponder or Voicemail (on some models – Additional settings) → Voicemail).
• 🔄 If there is no option, then your operator does not support this function (see the section on Google Voice).

If you find an answering machine, you can:

• 🎤 Record a personal greeting (up to 30 seconds).
• ⏱ Set a waiting time before activation (from 10 to 60 seconds).
• 📥 Save voice messages in the device memory or on SIM-map.
• 🔕 Add exceptions for certain contacts (for example, to prevent the answering machine from working for the family).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi smartphones with two SIM-And the answering machine can only work on one of these cards, usually the one that's set as the primary call card. SIM, Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Default call.

2. Set up an autoresponder via Google Voice (for all Xiaomi models)

If MIUI There is no built-in answering machine or it doesn't work, the best alternative is Google Voice, which is available in most countries (except China and parts of Asia) and offers advanced features:

• 🌍 Free number for receiving calls and SMS.
• 📄 Transcribing voice messages into text.
• 📊 Call statistics and spam filtering.
• 🔄 Redirecting calls to other numbers.

To set up an answering machine via Google Voice:

1. Download the Google Voice app from the Play Market.
2. Sign up (you will need a Google account) and select a free number.
3. Go to Settings. → Voice mail.
4. Click Set up a greeting and write down your message (or choose the standard one).
5. Turn on the option to transcribe voice messages to receive text notifications.

Once set up, all missed calls to your Google Voice number will be automatically redirected to the answering machine. To get calls to the main number to voicemail, set up conditional forwarding with the operator (call support or use it). USSD-command type *21* number#).

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If you don’t have a Google Voice greeting record, try using an external microphone or headphones with a microphone – sometimes Xiaomi’s built-in microphone can conflict with the app.

3. Third-party applications for autoresponder: TOP-3 solution

Unless you have a standard answering machine. MIUI, No Google Voice is right for you, but it's a third-party option, and we tested dozens of apps and we selected the three most reliable ones:

Before installation, check:

• 🛡 Permissions: The app must request access to calls, microphone and contacts. SMS geolocation without explanation is suspicious.
• 📶 Operator Compatibility: Some applications (e.g. Visual Voicemail) only work with MTS, Beeline and Tele2.
• 🔋 Battery consumption: Autoresponders in the background can increase power consumption by 5-15%. POCO With a larger battery, it's less critical.

⚠️ Note: Auto Answer applications may conflict with system services MIUI, Especially if you have battery optimization enabled for background processes. To avoid problems, add an answering machine to exceptions: → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Find your answering machine. → No restrictions.

4. Auto-responder through operator: USSD-commands and settings

Many Russian operators (MTS, Beeline, MegaFon, Tele2) provide their own voice mail services. MIUI, but have limitations:

• 📞 Voicemail number is tied to SIM-card, not phone.
• ⏳ Messages are stored on the operator’s servers (usually up to 30 days).
• 💰 There may be a connection fee or monthly service charge (check the rate).

To activate the answering machine from the operator:

After activation:

1. Dial the voice mail number (see table) and follow the voice menu instructions.
2. Write down a personal greeting (usually after pressing 1 or 3 on the menu).
3. Set the waiting time before activation (default - 20-30 seconds).

To check if the answering machine is working, call the second phone and wait for the voicemail to work. If the call is reset without going to the answering machine, call the operator's support and check the settings.

Call from the second phone.|Wait for the voicemail to work (20–30 sack)|Listen to the recorded greeting.|Check to save the message in history|Turn off the answering machine with a test command (for example, *111*550# for MTS)-->

5. Autoresponder for business tasks: advanced settings

If you need an answering machine for work, not for personal use (for example, to receive calls from customers), standard solutions may not work.

• 📊 CRM-Telephony integration systems (for example, Bitrix24, AmoCRM. They allow you to set up automatic greetings, record conversations, and even speech recognition.
• 📞 Virtual PBX (e.g. Zadarma, Mango Telecom) connect to your number and offer flexible scripts of the answering machine (by time, day of the week, number of the caller).
• 🤖 Chatbots with voice interface (e.g. via Dialogflow) + Twilio is suitable for automating answers to frequent questions.

To connect a virtual PBX to a Xiaomi smartphone:

1. Register with the service (e.g. Zadarma).
2. Link your number or get a new virtual number.
3. Set up the script of the answering machine in your personal account (you can record a greeting or download an audio file).
4. Install the service app on Xiaomi (e.g. Zadarma Mobile).
5. Enable call forwarding from your primary number to the virtual PBX number (via operator settings or USSD-team).

The advantage of this approach is flexibility, for example, you can:

• 🕒 Set up different greetings for work and weekends.
• 📌 Redirect calls to different employees depending on the time.
• 📊 Get detailed statistics on missed calls.

⚠️ Note: When using virtual PBX, check if your operator supports forwarding to 8800 or international numbers. for example, Tele2 may have restrictions on forwarding to numbers outside of Russia.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after setting up the answering machine correctly, Xiaomi can malfunction, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If the problem is not solved, try:

• 🔄 Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting mobile network settings.
• 📱 Update MIUI: Sometimes the bugs of the answering machine are fixed in new versions of the firmware.
• 🛠 Clear cache and application data Phone or Google Voice.

7. Spam Call Autoresponder: How to Automate Filtering

One of the most useful applications of the answering machine on Xiaomi is automatic spam filtering, using special applications or settings. MIUI possible:

• 🚫 Automatically drop calls from scammers.
• 📝 Record their messages for further analysis.
• 🔔 Receive notifications only for important calls.

Here's how to set it up:

Method 1: Using the built-in MIUI tools

1. Open Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Autorun.
2. Enable auto-run for Security (or Security) application.
3. Go to Security. → Locking down calls.
4. Activate Spam Filtering and add numbers to the blacklist.
5. Turn on the answering machine for blocked (if there is such an option).

Method 2: Call Blocker App + voice-mailer

• Install Call Blocker.
• Import a spam number database (e.g. from Truecaller).
• Set up an automatic response for blocked contacts (in the premium version).

Method 3: Google Voice + filtering

• In Google Voice, go to Settings → spamming.
• Enable spam filtering and add numbers to the blocklist.
• Set up a separate spammer greeting (e.g., "Your number is marked as spam. The call is recorded and will be verified").

Combine these methods to be as effective as possible, for example, you can use Truecaller to identify spam. + Google Voice for Auto-Responder + blacklist MIUI.

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Spam filtering through an answering machine not only saves time, but also protects against fraud, and statistics show that 40% of spam calls in Russia are phishing attempts.

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