How to Jailbreak Xiaomi TV Box 3: A Step-by-Step Guide
Xiaomi TV Box 3 is a popular media streaming device that offers a variety of features and benefits. However, if you want to maximize its capabilities and enjoy even more content and functionality, you may consider jailbreaking it. Jailbreaking is the process of removing the software restrictions imposed by the manufacturer and gaining root access to the operating system. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to jailbreak Xiaomi TV Box 3.
Before we proceed, its important to note that jailbreaking may void your warranty and expose your device to security risks. It also requires some technical knowledge and may result in system instability or even bricking if done incorrectly. Therefore, we suggest you proceed at your own risk and backup your device data before jailbreaking.
Step 1: Install ADB and Fastboot
ADB and Fastboot are essential tools for Android development and debugging, and they are also needed to unlock the bootloader of Xiaomi TV Box 3. To install them on your computer, follow these steps:
1. Download the latest platform-tools package from the Android Developers website.
2. Extract the contents of the downloaded file to a folder on your computer (e.g. C:platform-tools).
3. On your TV Box, go to Settings > About > System update to check if the latest firmware is installed.
4. Enable USB debugging by going to Settings > About > tap the Build number 7 times to enable Developer options > go back to Settings > Developer options > enable USB debugging.
Step 2: Unlock the Bootloader
Unlocking the bootloader is the first prerequisite to jailbreaking Xiaomi TV Box 3. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Connect your TV Box to your computer via USB cable.
2. In the platform-tools folder, open a command prompt or terminal window (Shift + right-click > Open command window here).
3. Type "adb devices" and press Enter to confirm that your TV Box is detected.
4. Type "adb reboot bootloader" and press Enter to reboot your TV Box into fastboot mode.
5. Type "fastboot devices" and press Enter to confirm that your TV Box is still detected.
6. Type "fastboot oem unlock" and press Enter to initiate the bootloader unlocking process.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the unlocking process and wipe your TV Box data.
8. After the TV Box reboots, go to Settings > About and confirm that the bootloader is unlocked.
Step 3: Install TWRP Recovery
TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) is a custom recovery that allows you to install custom ROMs, mods, and hacks on your TV Box. To install TWRP recovery, follow these steps:
1. Download the latest TWRP image for Xiaomi TV Box 3 from the official website.
2. Rename the downloaded file to "twrp.img" and copy it to the platform-tools folder.
3. In the command prompt or terminal window, type "adb reboot bootloader" and press Enter to reboot your TV Box into fastboot mode.
4. Type "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img" and press Enter to install TWRP recovery.
5. Type "fastboot reboot" and press Enter to reboot your TV Box.
Step 4: Root Your TV Box
Rooting is the final step to jailbreaking Xiaomi TV Box 3. To root your TV Box, follow these steps:
1. Download the latest Magisk Manager APK from the XDA Developers thread.
2. Copy the APK file to a USB drive and connect it to your TV Box.
3. In TWRP recovery, go to Install > Select Storage > USB storage > Magisk Manager APK > Install.
4. Reboot your TV Box and open Magisk Manager.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Magisk and grant root access to your apps.
Congratulations, you have successfully jailbroken Xiaomi TV Box 3 and gained more freedom and possibilities. You can now install custom apps, tweaks, and modifications, and customize your TV Box according to your preferences. However, again, proceed at your own risk and be cautious not to do anything harmful to your device. Happy streaming! |