Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro is among the best devices available in the mid-range smartphone market in India. The device packs decent hardware specifications at aggressive pricing. It comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset coupled with 4/6GB RAM and 32/64 internal storage variants. The device also carries a 6.3-inch display with the resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels. In optics, there’s a dual rear camera consisting of a 48 MP primary sensor and a 5 MP secondary lens. On the front, there’s a 32 MP camera equipped with natural colors and edge detection features to capture beautiful selfies. Today, we will install the LineageOS 16 on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro in the easiest way.

Thanks to the efforts of the senior XDA member, xdatman who made it possible for the Redmi Note 7 Pro to get official support for LineageOS 16. The nightly build of the LineageOS 16 is available for the Redmi Note 7 Pro. It will now be getting regular updates and bug fixes directly from the Lineage’s automatic build system. The interested users can now quickly load it up on their Redmi Note 7 Pro having unlocked bootloader and custom recovery installed.

What is LineageOS?

It is the most favorite custom ROM for Android devices. It is based on the Android Open Source Project with stock Android experience. LineageOS offers various customization options with some extra productivity features for your smartphone. It is the successor to the popular CyanogenMod ROM.

Benefits of a custom ROM

• Extra features with the ability to customize.
• It also improves performance.
• Custom ROM does not carry any bloatware.
• It improves battery life.
• Custom ROMs allows users to enjoy newer android versions.
• More stylish and feature-rich than stock ROM.
• Custom Kernel support is also present.

Note: GizmoChina.com is not responsible for any kind of damage to data or device while performing the unlocking. It will also void the device’s warranty and remove all data on the device. You’re proceeding at your own risk.

Note: Some users might have to flash Magisk to use Netflix, as LineageOS 16 snaps the Widevine L1 support. 

Install LineageOS 16 on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

Pre-requisites:

• Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro should have an unlocked bootloader and custom recovery installed.
• Download the latest Xiaomi USB drivers.
• Ensure at least 50% battery before proceeding to flash the ROM.
• Download Lineage OS 16.
• Download ADB and Fastboot drivers on PC/Laptop
• Backup data on any external media, as the installation will format the phone’s storage.
• Download Gapps on your machine.

Steps to Install LineageOS 16:

1. First of all, enable developer options by heading to the Settings > About and then tap Build Number 7 times.
2. Also, enable USB Debugging Mode from the Developer Option in the phone settings.
3. Now, unlock the bootloader and install custom recovery on Redmi Note 7 Pro.
4. Download the LineageOS 16 and Gapps zip file from the links above.
5. Now, boot into the recovery mode by pressing Volume Up + Power button.
6. Upon booting into the recovery mode, go to “Wipe” and press the “Format Data” button to begin the formatting process.
7. Now get back to the Wipe Menu and press “Advanced Wipe” to clear Cache and System partitions. (Note: Select System and Cache)
8. Confirm the action by pressing “Swipe to Wipe.”
9. After successfully wiping system partitions and cache, go back to the previous menu and sideload the LineageOS.zip.
10. Now, flash the LineageOS 16 zip by tapping Advanced > ADB Sideload and press swipe to begin.
11. Now connect your device with the USB cable and open PowerShell or CMD in the ADB – Fastboot extracted drivers folder.
12. Type the below command to sideload the package. (Note: replace the filename.zip with the actual name of the Lineage zip file.)

    adb sideload filename.zip

13. Once the installation is finished you can flash Gapps by heading to the TWRP recovery.
14. You have successfully installed the LineageOS 16!

You have successfully installed LineageOS 16 on Redmi Note 7 Pro. If you have any issue or problem while executing the above procedure, then let us know via the comments below.

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Xiaomi launched the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro in March, and after few months it surfaced in India. Due to their extraordinary feature-set at an ordinary price, it generated good sales. Many of the users are looking to root the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro to get some customization ability. Today, We will let you know about the procedure to unlock the bootloader of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro is the new mid-range device powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset carrying an octa-core processor (2GHz dual-core Kryo 460 + 1.7GHz Hexa-core Kryo 460). It comes with 4/6GB RAM and 4/128GB internal storage variants. The device runs on the latest Android 9 Pie with MIUI 10 on the top. In Optics, it carries a rear dual-camera with 48 MP primary sensor and a 5 MP depth sensor. It features Dual-LED flash, and HDR and panorama mode. There’s a 13 MP front camera for beautiful selfies with HDR capability. It can easily sustain a day of rigorous usage with 4000 mAh Li-Po battery. Xiaomi has equipped it with 18W fast battery charging.

Related: Top 5 Inexpensive Phone Cases for your Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro Smartphones

Advantages of Bootloader Unlocking

Unlocking the Bootloader is the first and the foremost step in the rooting process of an Android device. It becomes impossible for some devices to get root access without unlocking the bootloader. The bootloader unlocking wipes data and voids the warranty. However, some OEMs gives a guarantee even after the device gets rooted. Unlocking is a path to get more access, customizability via MODs or custom ROMs and frameworks.

Furthermore, it will even help you to remove unnecessary bloatware on the top of MIUI 10, improving the speed and battery backup of the device.

Note: GizmoChina.com is not responsible for any kind of damage to data or device while performing the unlocking. It will also void the device’s warranty and remove all data on the device. You’re proceeding at your own risk.

Guide to Unlock Bootloader of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro

We recommend you to go through each step very carefully to successfully unlock the bootloader of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro.

Pre-Requisites:

• Download and Install ADB and Fastboot Drivers on PC/Laptop/Mac.
• Download latest Xiaomi USB Drivers on the PC.
• Get Xiaomi Mi Unlock tool from here.
• Mi Account to get the authorization for bootloader unlocking.
• Make sure the device is at least 50% charged.
• Backup all the important data as the process will fully reset the device.

Steps to Unlock Redmi Note 7 Pro Bootloader

1. Enable Developer Mode by heading to the Settings > About phone and Tap the MIUI version 7 times to enable developer mode.
2. Now, enable OEM Unlocking by going to the Settings> Additional Settings > Developer Option.
3. Also, Agree with the Mi Unlock Status in Settings >Addtional Settings > Developer Option > Agree.
4. Now, goto Mi Unlock Site and click the “Unlock Now” button.
5. Log in with your Mi Account, and if you don’t have one, you can then Signup on the same page.
6. Enter your mobile number for an OTP.
7. You will have to wait for some time to get the application accepted.
8. Once the application is approved, you will receive an OTP. (Note: It may take several days to get the confirmation message.)
9. Download the Mi Unlock Tool and extract it to the folder.
10. Boot the device into the fastboot mode – turn off the Redmi Note 7 Pro and then Press and hold Volume Down + Power button for a few seconds to boot the device into the fast boot mode.
11. Now, connect the device to the PC with the USB cable.
12. Open the MiFlashUnlock from the folder that you extracted and Login with the same ID as on your Redmi Note 7 Pro, and enter your mobile number for an OTP.
13. Once done, Reboot it from Mi Unlock Tool.
14. Enjoy!

You have successfully unlocked the bootloader of Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro. If you have any issues, then let us know via the comments below.

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The latest smartphone from the now-independent Redmi brand, the Redmi Note 7 Pro was announced in January this year. Much to the delight of those who have restlessly been waiting to get their hands on the long-awaited smartphone, the Redmi Note 7 Pro has gone up for pre-order on Giztop.

While the rumor mill continues to churn out all sorts of speculation around the Redmi Note 7 Pro’s imminent launch, smartphone lovers will be able to prebook the black and blue color versions of the handset.

Under the hood, the phone will reportedly pack Qualcomm’s upgraded Snapdragon 675 AIE processor and boast an impressive array of other features when it hits the store shelves later this month. This slightly larger variant of the Redmi Note 7 surprisingly carries an affordable price tag of just $279.
An absolute steal at this price, here’s what the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro has to offer in terms of features:

• 6.3-inch screen, FHD+ display with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 AIE processor
• Adreno 612 GPU
• Sony IMX 586 sensor 48MP + 5MP AI Dual rear cameras
• 13MP front camera
• 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB/128GB ROM
• A rear-mounted ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
• MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie OS

You can follow this link to check out the full specification and pre-order the Redmi Note 7 Pro without wasting time.

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Xiaomi heralded the birth of its new Redmi series with the launch of the Redmi Note 7 in China. The major highlight of the device was the 48MP main camera sensor it packed on its back. That was missing when the Redmi Note 7 was launched in India with a 12MP main sensor. Instead, Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 7 Pro with the 48MP sensor. The Note 7 Pro also missed out on having the NFC technology onboard, an omission which was pointed out by a Mi fan on Weibo. The fan had asked why the Redmi Note 7 which was announced in India a few days back did not have NFC. He further inquired about the surprise feature the China version would have as Xiaomi is yet to launch the Note 7 Pro in China.

Redmi’s General Manager Liu Weibing in his response suggested that the Redmi Note 7 Pro will not have NFC onboard. He advised fans who are clamouring for NFC to get the Mi 9 SE instead. He also suggested getting the Mi Band 3 NFC version which is a cheaper alternative.

Read Also: Xiaomi sold over 200,000 Redmi Note 7 units in India in just minutes

The CEO had earlier promised that the Redmi Note 7 Pro will come with a surprise. Perhaps, he was referring to the powerful 48MP Sony IMX586 onboard. The Redmi Note 7 Pro also featured  Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset as well as 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi Note 7 Pro in China on March 18. When it does, it is unlikely if the specs will be different from the model launched in India. A change in specs like we saw with the Redmi Note 5 Pro may be counter-productive in the long run.

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Touted as a slightly better variant of the recently released Redmi Note 7, the Redmi Note 7 Pro is the latest smartphone from Xiaomi’s popular sub-brand.

There’s an overwhelming hype around the Redmi Note 7 Pro phone’s imminent launch, which is slated to take place later this month.

The phone is expected to pack an upgraded Snapdragon 675 processor from Qualcomm along with other top-end specs and an impressive array of other features.

Much to the delight of those who have restlessly been waiting to get their hands on the larger sibling of the Redmi Note 7, the long-awaited Redmi Note 7 Pro has finally gone up for pre-order on Giztop.
Before we delve in details, here’s a brief glimpse of what the phone has to offer in terms of specifications:

• 6.3-inch screen, FHD+ display with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.
• 5D Corning Gorilla 5 glass on top for added protection.
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor along with Adreno 612 GPU, under the hood.
• 4GB/6GB RAM.
• 64GB/128GB onboard storage capacity (supports up to 256GB expansion via microSD card).
• Sony IMX586 48.0MP rear-mounted camera.
• 13MP selfie camera
• Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor placed on the back.
• MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie OS.
• 4000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery with Quick Charge 4.

Aside from that, the phone boasts an impressive array of other features that completely justify the price tags its two variants normally carries.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro is available in 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM, and a slightly larger 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM variants.

The model that ships with 4GB of RAM and offers 64GB of internal storage capacity carries a $299 price tag.

The other variant featuring 6GB of RAM and a hearty 128GB of onboard storage capacity, on the other hand, will set you back $349. Both variants are available in black color version only.

You can head straight to this link to pre-order the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro smartphone from Giztop.

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