Xiaomi Redmi 4a [Rolex] Root, ROMs, TWRP & Discussion - SD 425, 2GB, 5" HD < $90

[stephendt0]

Xiaomi Redmi 4a [Rolex] Root, ROMs, TWRP & Discussion - SD 425, 2GB, 5" HD < $90

The Redmi 4a is an entry-level device from Xiaomi (which was released along the Redmi 4 and Redmi 4 Prime), which looks like to be an absolute steal for the money. Couldn't find much about it here on XDA, so decided it was time for a general thread until it gets it's own section on XDA.

• Full Spec List here: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_4a-8420.php
• Stable and Developer ROMs (Including Global ROM) here: http://en.miui.com/download-319.html
• How to root Redmi 4a? Unlock your device, install TWRP, and flash SuperSU.
• Custom ROMs? Check here to see the full list of threads on XDA.

Thoughts and questions on the device? Leave them below. Please be advised that I do not own this device and don't follow it much - so if you would like me to edit the OP, please just PM me.

 

[Michi72]

Interesting

Well, just another interesting device from Xiaomi. But for under $100 it is good. Waiting now for TWRP and CM14 ... Unfortunately I'm not able to do that.

 

[girinotel]

I bought Redmi 4a this morning from Gea***st, 88 euro.
I'm interesting to unlock band 20 (800mz), but seems not possible.

 

[riteshgpt60]

waiting for global rom

 

[Michi72]

Now it's possible!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/general/how-to-xiaomi-redmi-4a-xiaomi-eu-rom-t3525067

TWRP and Global ROM!
Now some LineageOS (formerly known as CyanogenMod) and I'm happy

 

[q1pa]

Aahh good to see there's a discussion section for redmi 4a on xda dev.

 

[luffy54]

good specs of the price

 

[Michi72]

Had now worked a while with that phone. Battery lasts long and phone is fast enough for all apps for daily use. Can use it as a daily driver. But want LineageOS. Miui EU is quite good, but I think lineage might be better.

What's your experience?

 

[hyln9]

really interesting!

 

[Igorek536n]

How to root?

 

[Michi72]

How to root?

This is easy. Just install xiaomi.eu ROM. Then install SuperSU as suggested by them.

 

[Michi72]

This is easy. Just install xiaomi.eu ROM. Then install SuperSU as suggested by them.

Additional note: you need an unlocked bootloader. My Redmi 4A from gearbest came already unlocked. And this is also the reason, why you should flash a clean ROM at first ... You do not want the gearbest ROM.

 

[segacano]

How can I see the number MEID and S / N?

 

[L001CS]

Pokemon Go on Xiaomi Redmi 4A

Hi My Friend,

Anyidea how can I play Pokemon Go in Xiaomi Redmi 4A?
I just flash the Global version MIUI (V8.1.4.0.MCCMID) into my phone, but google play still showing device not compatible. Anyclue?
Thanks in advance

 

[Michi72]

Hi My Friend,

Anyidea how can I play Pokemon Go in Xiaomi Redmi 4A?
I just flash the Global version MIUI (V8.1.4.0.MCCMID) into my phone, but google play still showing device not compatible. Anyclue?
Thanks in advance

Just give version from xiaomi.eu a try. This is a custom ROM. Official global ROM is somehow another ROM.

 

[L001CS]

MIUI Global Stable ROM V8.1.4.0.MCCMIDI for Redmi 4A Released!

waiting for global rom

MIUI Global Stable ROM V8.1.4.0.MCCMIDI for Redmi 4A Released since 27 Jan 2017. I tried, not much different from China ROM. From China ROM, problems I face is:
1. Many unnecessary apps;
2. left only 9GB internal storage out of the System;
3. advertisement popup;
4. can't sync Google Calender (it wont show even after insert account);
5. Download Playstore apps only with Wifi;
6. Search with Baidu instead of Google;
7. Can't play Pokemon Go !!; some game won't sync with Google Play status


After changing Global ROM ( Go to //en.miui.com/thread-480190-1-1.html) :-
1. Many unnecessary apps;
2. left only 9GB internal storage out of the System;
3. advertisement popup;
4. can't sync Google Calender (it wont show even after insert account);
5. Download Playstore apps only with Wifi;
6. Search with Baidu instead of Google;
7. Can't play Pokemon Go; some game won't sync with Google Play status. >>> Pokemon do working well if you download the latest APK from mirror link, we guess Niantic hasn't updated their list of supported devices for Redmi 4A. I just comment via Playstore, hopes they update ASAP. >> see how its going next ~

 

[L001CS]

Got solution

Just give version from xiaomi.eu a try. This is a custom ROM. Official global ROM is somehow another ROM.

Thanks for your recommendation. I tried search from xiaomi.eu, TWRP downloaded but can't find the ROM link.

Instead changing ROM, I tried download the latest Apk (V0.55.0), it work with the Official Global ROM I install, only things that Google Play still shown device not support. <guess Niantic hasn't updated their list of supported devices, I just comment via playstore, see whats going next> Thanks! :good:

 

[Michi72]

Thanks for your recommendation. I tried search from xiaomi.eu, TWRP downloaded but can't find the ROM link.

Instead changing ROM, I tried download the latest Apk (V0.55.0), it work with the Official Global ROM I install, only things that Google Play still shown device not support. <guess Niantic hasn't updated their list of supported devices, I just comment via playstore, see whats going next> Thanks! :good:

It's easy just go to https://xiaomi.eu/community/threads/7-1-19-20.37825/
and Download TWRP. Follow instructions. The Redmi 4A Codename is Rolex, see last but one line. So you have to download the HM4A version from
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=126103
I find this stated clearly under chapter "download".
Hope that helped you. If so, leave thump up.

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Kind of deep link:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298925063

 

[stephendt0]

Aahh good to see there's a discussion section for redmi 4a on xda dev.

There's no section yet, just this thread. This phone deserves it's own section though! It is incredibly good value for money. Go here and post that you want this phone to have its own section, hit that thanks button for anyone suggesting a Redmi 4A - and with time and persistance we should have our own section

Had now worked a while with that phone. Battery lasts long and phone is fast enough for all apps for daily use. Can use it as a daily driver. But want LineageOS. Miui EU is quite good, but I think lineage might be better.

What's your experience?

I haven't got one yet, but thinking of getting my hands on the moment LineageOS is available! LineageOS 14.1 on the Redmi 4A would be the perfect budget device.

 

[stephendt0]

Hey guys, another update, the Redmi 4A has it's own enhanced tag, which groups all the related threads together and allows us to search for our device on XDA

Link here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/xiaomi-redmi-4a