Xiaomi Redmi 3S (xiaomi-land)
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This device is supported as part of a generic port. Refer to Generic MSM89x7 (qcom-msm89x7) for installation instructions and more information. |
![]() booted os with xfce4 | |
Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
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Name | Redmi 3S |
Codename | xiaomi-land |
Released | 2016 |
Type | handset |
Hardware | |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 (MSM8937) |
CPU |
4 x CortexA53 1.4GHz 4x Cortex A53 1.1GHz |
GPU | Adreno 505 |
Display | 720 x 1280 IPS |
Storage | 16GB / 32 GB |
Memory | 2GB / 3GB |
Architecture | aarch64 |
Software | |
Original software | Android (MIUI) |
Original version The version the device was shipped with. |
6.0.1 (MIUI 9.2) |
postmarketOS | |
Category | testing |
Pre-built images Whether pre-built images are available here. |
no |
Mainline Instead of a Linux kernel fork, it is possible to run (Close to) Mainline. |
yes |
pmOS kernel The kernel version that runs on the device's port. |
6.13 |
Generic port | Generic MSM89x7 (qcom-msm89x7) |
Flashing It is possible to flash the device with pmbootstrap flasher . |
Works
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USB Networking After connecting the device with USB to your PC, you can connect to it via telnet (initramfs) or SSH (booted system). |
Works
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Internal storage eMMC, SD cards, UFS, ... |
Works
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SD card Also includes other external storage cards |
Works
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Battery Charging and battery level reporting works |
Works
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Screen Display works. Ideally with sleep mode and brightness control. |
Works
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Touchscreen |
Works
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Multimedia | |
3D Acceleration |
Works
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Audio Audio playback, microphone, headset and buttons. |
Works
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Camera |
Partial
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Camera Flash |
Partial
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IR TX |
Works
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Connectivity | |
WiFi |
Partial
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Bluetooth |
Works
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GPS |
Broken
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Modem | |
Calls |
Broken
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SMS |
Broken
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Mobile data |
Broken
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Miscellaneous | |
FDE Full disk encryption and unlocking with unl0kr. |
Works
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USB OTG USB On-The-Go or USB-C Role switching |
Works
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Sensors | |
Accelerometer Auto screen rotation works in desktops e.g. Phosh or Plasma Mobile |
Broken
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This device is based on the Snapdragon 430. See the SoC page for common tips, guides and troubleshooting steps |
Contributors
- Alikates
- Aakash-pro
Users owning this device
- Aakash-pro (Notes: Working awesome)
- Alikates
- ApertureUA (Notes: 3x variant, many dead pixels but useable, unlocked with aboot patch)
- Bczeman
- ByteXD23! (Notes: few dead pixels, 3/32 variant, mtp doesnt work)
- Jojo autoboy (Notes: Prime variant)
- Minicx (Notes: Need mainline kernel(because of fbdev drivers)
- Mirko (Notes: Prime variant, ubuntu touch secondary, it likes to overheat when charging while turned off)
- Netman (Notes: Screen does not respond to touch ("usable" with USB/BT mouse), 2/32 variant (Redmi 3X))
- Russanandres (Notes: Miui 8 rom)
- Selfisekai (Notes: held by polish law enforcement)
- Sungold (Notes: Another lab rat to work on,AEX A12)
How to enter fastboot mode
With the phone powered off, hold
and buttons simultaneously. Release when you feel a vibration and the fastboot screen shows up.Installation
- Follow the Installation guide
Warning: Flashing lk2nd is required, as it is a hard dependency. |
$ pmbootstrap init # choose Vendor: qcom Device codename: msm89x7
$ pmbootstrap install
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_lk2nd
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_rootfs
ISSUES
ISSUE: wifi is working, but speeds are very slow. |
UART pinout
On the back of the board. These pins are only 0.5mm and have solder mask on them, be careful.