Official LineageOS 17.1 for Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

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Finally, LineageOS 17.1 official for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 (codenamed ginkgo) device. Well, we all know LineageOS is one of the popular custom ROM which was earlier known as CyanogenMod. For those with the Redmi Note 8, now can enjoy the LineageOS 17.1 support officially.

Well, LineageOS 17.1 is based on Android 10 which is Google’s 10th version of Android OS with plenty of new features and system UI changes. Just like every custom ROM, to install Lineage OS 17.1 on your Redmi Note 8, you need to unlock the bootloader and must be running the latest TWRP Recovery.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset coupled with 4/6GB of RAM and 64/128GB of internal storage. It also supports a 256GB external memory card. The device came out of the box with Android 9.0 Pie under MIUI 10 and backed by a 4000 mAh battery (Non-removable). As far as the camera concerned, the device has a Four-camera setup with 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP primary sensors and a selfie camera with a 13MP lens. Other connectivity option includes 4G-VoLTE, GPS, Glonass, Bluetooth, Mobile Hotspot, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, proximity sensor, and compass/ magnetometer. etc. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes with a rear fingerprint sensor feature.

What’s on the Android 10 version?

Google has officially unveiled the latest version of Android OS called Android 10. The update is already going live for Pixel series devices. It brings plenty of new features to the device system like system UI, new gesture navigation, improved privacy and location control. The update also offers enhanced app permissions, foldable display support, security features, system-wide dark mode, etc.

The Android 10 also offers built-in call screening, multi-camera API, smart replies in the notification panel, 5G support, improved call quality, bubble feature, live caption, and more. While the latest version also improves battery life, Focus mode which is similar to the Do Not Disturb mode, etc. Apart from that Android 10 also features 65 new emojis. It also comes with direct audio streaming support to hearing aid devices.

Steps to Install Lineage OS 17.1 ROM on Redmi Note 8 (ginkgo)

First, unlock the Redmi Note 8 bootloader and flash the latest TWRP Recovery. Here we have mentioned all the requirements and download links to flash the Lineage OS 17.1 on Redmi Note 8.

Disclaimer:

We’re at GetDroidTips won’t be responsible for any kind of damage or error occurs to your handset while or after following this guide. This is a Custom ROM and may contain some of the bugs or stability issues. We can’t recommend you to use this firmware as your daily driver. Proceed at your own risk.

Pre-Requirements:

This Custom ROM is test only Redmi Note 8 (ginkgo)
You will require to unlock the device bootloader at first.
You need TWRP Recovery on Redmi Note 8
Download the required TWRP file, LineageOS 17 zip file, and Supported GApps file from below.
Keep your device battery charged up to 60% at least for a smoother process.
Take a complete backup of your device data without Root. In case anything goes wrong, you can easily restore all the data.

Download Links:

Instructions to Install:

Make sure that you have downloaded all the required files on your device.
Now, copy the TWRP image file, GApps file, and ROM zip file to your device internal storage.
Next, reboot your Redmi Note 8 into recovery mode.
You will boot into TWRP Recovery mode.
In the recovery menu, tap on Install button > Install Image > Select the TWRP Image file from the location where you have moved earlier.
Swipe to confirm flash.
Now, reboot to recovery mode again.
In the TWRP menu, go to the Wipe section.
Select Advanced Wipe > Select the data, system, vendor, cache. Then swipe to wipe it.
Flash the ROM zip file from the Install option.
The system will be mounted already Uncheck it & Remount the system and vendor manually. Then flash the Gapps zip file as well.
Finally, reboot your phone into a new system. Wait for it, as the boot process will take a few minutes.
That’s it. Enjoy!

We hope that this guide is helpful to you and you have successfully installed the Lineage OS 17.1 on your Redmi Note 8 handset easily. If in case anything goes wrong or if you have any queries, feel free to ask in the comments below.

Source: LineageOS