Features & Usability
Pro Tip
Use Gitlab to subscribe to the linked Issues. So, whenever bugs get solved (or a fix needs testing) you will know about that.Core Connectivity State: Abandoned
Q: What does this port need to get better?
A: Complete the following features:
- - Sound: Loudspeaker
Automated Usability (beta)
The device has basic data capabilities and can connect to mobile networks (as applicable), but currently offers minimal features, and some of the smart functionalities might not work yet. It can be a very nice second device.
Community strength (beta)
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Actors:
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Manual brightness - Torchlight
- Vibration
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Camera:
- Flashlight
- Photo
- Video
- Switching between cameras
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Cellular:
- Carrier info, signal strength
- Data connection
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Dual SIM functionality - Incoming, outgoing calls
- MMS in, out
- PIN unlock
- SMS in, out
- Change audio routings
- Voice in calls
- Volume control in calls
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Endurance:
- 24+ hours battery lifetime
- 7+ days stability
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GPU:
- Boot into UI
- Hardware video playback
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Misc:
- Waydroid
- AppArmor patches
- Battery percentage
- Offline charging
- Online charging
- Recovery image
- Reset to factory defaults
- SD card storage
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RTC time - Shutdown / Reboot
- Wireless External monitor
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Network:
- Bluetooth
- Flight mode
- FM radio
- Hotspot
- NFC
- WiFi
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Sensors:
- Automatic brightness
- Fingerprint reader
- GPS
- Proximity
- Rotation
- Touchscreen
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Sound:
- Earphones
- Loudspeaker
- Microphone
- Volume control
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USB:
- MTP access
- ADB access
Working Confirmed, depending on the maintenance
Not Working
If there is a link here, follow it to learn more'
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Partial Working to some extent but with issues
Global Issue Issue is not specific to this device
Global issues
The issues listed below are present in most or all of the devices depending on the technology they are built on.
Dual SIM functionality
Cellular data is not available on SIM 2 when two are inserted.
All devices on Focal
Incoming, outgoing calls
Calling over VoLTE is not supported, please check that this is not a requirement in your country.
Halium and Legacy ports
GPS
Devices may take longer than usual to get the first GPS fix because of missing Assisted GPS support.
All devices
Unsupported features
The device hardware does not support these features, if you need them, please consider a different device.
- Notification LED
- Wireless charging
- Double touch to wake
- Wired External monitor
Support status
The following ratings are indicators of the expected support for this port.
- Compatibility rating: ★★★★★★★
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Easy install with UBports installer
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Has a maintainer
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Inactive for a long time
→ Last commit on 12/3/2023
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Has a stable release channel
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Repositories are hosted by UBports
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This is the latest Ubuntu Touch release
Release channels
This device gets updates through these channels, learn more about OTA updates
| Ubuntu Release | Channel | Version | Release Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.04 - focal | stable | OTA-9 | 5/28/2025 | Stability over newer features (recommended) |
| 20.04 - focal | rc | 2025-W22 | 5/28/2025 | Testing before the next stable release |
| 20.04 - focal | devel | 2025-07-12 | 7/12/2025 | Daily built development releases |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Specifications
| Architecture | arm64 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x Cortex-A76 + 6x Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G90T, MT6785V |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G76 MC4 |
| Storage | 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Memory | 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB |
| Android Version | Android 9.0 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh |
| Display | 6.53" IPS, 1080 x 2340 (395 PPI), V-notch, rounded corners |
| Rear Camera | 64 MP, 8 MP ultrawide, 2 MP macro, 2 MP depth |
| Front Camera | 20MP |
| Dimensions | 161.4 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm (6.35 x 3.01 x 0.35 in) |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) |
| Release date | September 24th 2019 |
Contributors
How to install Ubuntu Touch OS
You can install Ubuntu Touch on this device using the UBports Installer on your computer.
Make sure the bootloader of your device is unlocked and that your device has the required version of Android installed. Before installing, follow the device-specific instructions below:
- Please double-check that your device is a Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro (begonia).
- If you haven't done so already, make sure to OEM unlock your device first.
- This device is known to have problems with adb push, so the installer will flash latest stable image. Please switch to desired channel afterwards in System Settings.
Linux
Windows & Mac
Failed to install?
The world hasn't come to its end yet. Try our troubleshooting channel on Telegram or read the troubleshooting documentation if the problem persists. Finally, you can discuss the problem with our support team. Good luck!
Report an Issue for
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Did the maintainer say that feature ‘works’ but you know from doing it that
it really doesn’t?
Start by searching the device issue , if you found it, hopefully the porter is on it. 'Subscribe' to the issue in case it get solved.
Couldn't find it?
Uh-oh… Well it is time to let the porter and everyone else know about the fail and send the tech magic back to the workshop for a makeover.
1. Read 'Bug Reporting' section in UBports docs on 'How to report a bug'.
2. Then (this time), head to the device repository and submit it, so the porter knows about it.
Telegram - installation help