[Update: April 16] Redmi 9C / NFC starts receiving a new update ahead of MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 upgrades
Check below for latest release – MIUI 12.0.23.0 RCSMIXM – below…
The Redmi 9C is Xiaomi’s entry-level device from last year that debuted with a Mediatek processor. It was released in August 2020, running Android 10 on top of MIUI 12, making it eligible for Android 11 and MIUI 12.5. However, both updates aren’t ready to start rolling out yet but to fortify the device, Xiaomi has released the May security patch for Redmi 9C.
The May security patch for Redmi 9C is available for devices in Europe and the ones sold globally. It has a version number – MIUI 12.0.8.0 QCSEUXM – and weighs 229MB for the European variants. The global models are getting a stable MIUI 12.0.8.0 QCSMIXM in a 255MB package. The update is essentially a security patch build and also makes some adjustments on Xiaomi Mi Cloud.
According to the update log,” [System]: Updated Android Security Patch to May 2021. Increased system security. “[Xiaomi Cloud]- New: Location info can be now reported automatically before the device is powered off.” However, it might take some time before you receive the update as it has been tagged Stable Beta builds. The company is taking time to test the build for bugs, and if in the end, there’s no bug, the public rollout will commence.
Nevertheless, you can use the links below and download the ROM. As for when MIUI 12.5 will be released, there’s currently no ETA. We expect the update to start seeding soon alongside Android 11. That said, you should follow our tracker page to know when the update arrives in your region.
Download May security patch for Redmi 9C
Europe
- Device Name: Redmi 9C
- Version: MIUI 12.0.8.0 QCSEUXM
- Codename: angelican
- Type: Stable Beta
- Android version: 11
- Android security patch level: May 2021
- Download Link: Recovery | OTA (Apply from v12.0.7.0)
Global
- Device Name: Redmi 9C
- Version: MIUI 12.0.8.0 QCSMIXM
- Codename: angelican
- Type: Stable Beta
- Android version: 11
- Android security patch level: May 2021
- Download Link: Recovery | OTA (Apply from v12.0.7.0)
Update: April 16, 2023
A new update is now rolling out to global users of the Redmi 9C. It brings the February 2023 security patch to increase system security and stability. The stable MIUI 12.0.23.0 QCRMIXM also fixed bugs and improved performance. You can download here: Recovery.
Update: July 09, 2022
Xiaomi has started upgrading the Redmi 9C / NFC in Europe to Android 11 with a stable MIUI 12.5 update. It’s a stable release, meaning you can download and install the ROM manually. The build has a version number MIUI 12.5.3.0 RCSEUXM and has bumped the Android security patch level to May 2022. Download here: Recovery
Update: February 09, 2022
While handful of phones have got the Android 12-based MIUI 13 update, Redmi 9C is still waiting for its first Android OS upgrade. The device is still on the pre-installed Android Android OS, and it doesn’t seem a new one is coming soon. It has just received a new security patch update with a version number – MIUI 12.0.20.0 QCRMIXM. Download here: Recovery | OTA (Apply from v12.0.18.0)
Update: November 15, 2021
The European models of the Redmi 9C is picking up a new stable update. Unfortunately, it sans the MIUI 12.5 update and didn’t upgrade the Android OS version. However, we recommend that you download the stable MIUI 12.0.10.0 QCREUXM as both expected upgrade will start seeding soon. Download here: Recovery | OTA (Apply from v12.0.8.0)
Update: November 09, 2021
There’s still no Android 11 or MIUI 12.5 as a new stable update starts seeding to the Redmi 9C globally. The new update is seeding for Mi Pilots and it comes with a version number – MIUI 12.5.19.0 QCRMIXM. It has optimized system performance and has increased system security and stability. Download here: Recovery
Update: 12/07/2021
A new update is hitting the global version of the Redmi 9C. It sans Android 11 but it’s looking increasing likely the update will arrive with MIUI 12.5. The new update bumps the Android security patch level to June 2021 to increase system security and stability. Download here: Recovery | OTA (Apply from v12.0.14.0)
