How to upgrade firmware over the air on (Xiaomi) Redmi ?

The Redmi can be directly upgraded to the latest software by using over-the-air method. Here’s how :

1. By default, the Redmi will check for firmware updates automatically when it’s connected to Wi-Fi.
2. If there’s a new firmware, an Update available icon will appear on the notification bar. You can then drag the notification bar open, and tap Update.
   
3. Next, you should see a prompt to backup your phone before the update. Tap Backup and follow the on screen instructions to save your phone’s data and settings. If not, you can tap Cancel.
   
4. When the update completes, you should see the Update complete icon on the notification bar.
   

How to check for firmware updates manually ?

If you for some reason, your phone doesn’t detect the new firmware automatically. You can initiate the update manually by following the steps below :

1. On your Redmi, find and launch Settings .
2. Tap General Settings and then About phone.
3. Next, tap System updates.
4. Tap the Check update button to check for new firmware manually. If new firmware is available, it will be listed on the screen.
   
5. Now, tap the new firmware and select Update.

Note: The steps here were written for Android 4.2.2 on a Redmi (HM1W). If you’re having a different model of Redmi or other version of Android, there’s a possibility that the steps and screenshots will be different.

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