Xiaomi Redmi 4 Standart (xiaomi-prada)
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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. |
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Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
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Name | Redmi 4 Standart |
Codename | xiaomi-prada |
Released | 2016 |
Type | handset |
Hardware | |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 (MSM8937) |
CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
GPU | Adreno 505 |
Display | 720x1280 IPS |
Storage | 16/32 GB |
Memory | 1/2/3 GB |
Architecture | aarch64 |
Software | |
Original software The software and version the device was shipped with. |
Android (MIUI) 6.0.1 |
Extended version The most recent supported version from the manufacturer. |
Android (MIUI) |
FOSS bootloader | lk2nd |
postmarketOS | |
Category | testing |
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) |
Device package |
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Kernel package |
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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 |
Works
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IR TX |
Broken
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Connectivity | |
WiFi |
Works
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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 |
Works
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Magnetometer Sensor to measure magnetism |
Works
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Ambient Light |
Partial
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Proximity |
Works
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Haptics |
Broken
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This device is based on the Snapdragon 430. See the SoC page for common tips, guides and troubleshooting steps |
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
$ fastboot flash boot lk2nd.img # Build it from msm8916-mainline/lk2nd
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_rootfs
Device Notes
Sensors
Connected to i2c-gpio
Sensor | Model | Status |
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Accelerometer/Gyroscope | bosch,bmi120 (bosch,bmi160) | Works |
Light/Proximity | liteon,ltr559 (liteon,ltr501) | Works |
Magnetometer | yamaha,yas537 (yamaha,yas530) | Works |
UART
The working voltage is 1.8 V.
Warning: the test points are very small, soldering is not recommended. It's probably better to just hold a wire with a hard thin end with your hands.
How to enter flash mode
[Power] + [Vol-] to fastboot mode
Users owning this device
- NekoCWD (Notes: Lab rat, running postmarketOS)