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Xiaomi Mi 2
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Xiaomi Mi 2

Released: 2012, August. Released 2012, NovemberPrice: About 250 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 5
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
SIMMini-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
Size4.3 inches, 51.0 cm, 2, (~65.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandXiaomi
ModelXiaomi Mi 2
PriceAbout 250 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsWhite, green, blue, red
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight145 g (5.11 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Internal16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Released2012, August. Released 2012, November
Announced2012, August. Released 2012, November
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions126 x 62 x 10.2 mm (4.96 x 2.44 x 0.40 in)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS

Xiaomi Mi 2 Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 2 Xiaomi Mi 2 is a discontinued device from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. Xiaomi Mi 2 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Xiaomi Mi 2 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Xiaomi Mi 2?

The Xiaomi Mi 2 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Xiaomi Mi 2 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Xiaomi devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Xiaomi Mi 2 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 2 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 2 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Xiaomi Mi 2.