.MI4 File Extension

Audio Firmware File

Files with mi4 extension store firmware updates for multimedia players' chip sets. Users can't open mi4 files manually. Mi4 files are not convertable. To open a mi4 file, double-click its icon. If t...

General Information

Title MI4 File Extension
Extension .mi4
Full Form Audio Firmware File
File Type Firmware File
Developer Various
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Firmware update, Music playback
Additional Functions Device initialization
Features Encrypted, Proprietary format

File Characteristics

Quality High
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Portable Media Players Yes
Digital Audio Players Yes
Firmware Restoration Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Firmware corruption
Best Practices Official updates, Backup

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies by manufacturer
Latest Version Varies by device

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mp3, .wav, .aac, .flac

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Winamp with ml_ipod plugin Free Windows
Rockbox Firmware Free Cross-platform