Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A (xiaomi-ugglite)
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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 Note 5A |
Codename | xiaomi-ugglite |
Released | 2017 |
Type | handset |
Hardware | |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917) |
CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
GPU | Adreno 308 |
Display | 720x1280 IPS |
Storage | 8/16 GB |
Memory | 2G |
Architecture | aarch64 |
Software | |
Original software The software and version the device was shipped with. |
Android 7 |
Extended version The most recent supported version from the manufacturer. |
Android |
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 . |
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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 |
Broken
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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. |
Broken
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Camera |
Broken
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Camera Flash |
Broken
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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 |
Broken
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Sensors | |
Accelerometer Auto screen rotation works in desktops e.g. Phosh or Plasma Mobile |
Broken
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Magnetometer Sensor to measure magnetism |
Broken
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Ambient Light |
Broken
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Proximity |
Broken
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Hall Effect Also known as flip cover sensor |
Broken
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Haptics |
Broken
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This device is based on the Snapdragon 425. See the SoC page for common tips, guides and troubleshooting steps |
Users owning this device
How to enter flash mode
While the phone is off, hold the
+ buttons together for a few seconds.Installation
- Follow the Installation guide
Warning: Flashing lk2nd is required, as it is a hard dependency. Without it the mainline kernel will not select the display panel (resulting in black screen on boot). |
$ pmbootstrap init # choose Vendor: qcom Device codename: msm89x7
$ pmbootstrap install
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_lk2nd
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_rootfs
Gallery
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Redmi Note 5A Lite running pmOS with sxmo UI