How to turn on battery percentages on iPhone for Xiaomi devices: all ways

Why is the iPhone not showing charge percentages for Xiaomi devices?

Many users are faced with a paradoxical situation: buying a Xiaomi gadget (for example, headphones Redmi Buds or fitness bracelet Mi Band), they try to track the level of its charge through the iPhone — and do not find the usual indicator with percentages. What is it?

The problem lies in the limitations of iOS: Apple by default hides the exact percentage of charge for Bluetooth devices (including Xiaomi accessories) if they are not certified under the MFi (Made for iPhone) program. However, there are workarounds – both through the settings of the iPhone itself and using third-party applications.

It is important to understand: it is not about the percentage of charge of the iPhone itself (it is configured in two clicks), but about how to see the charge of connected Xiaomi devices – headphones, bracelets, speakers, etc. These are fundamentally different tasks!

Method 1: Enable the percentage of charge of the iPhone (if we are talking about the smartphone itself)

If you were looking for a way to return the percentage of charge on the iPhone itself (not on the Xiaomi gadget), the solution is trivial. In the latest versions of iOS 16/17, Apple removed the permanent display of percentages in the status bar, but they are easy to return:

1. Open “Settings” → select Battery.
2. Activate the Battery Percentage switch.

After that, the percentages will appear next to the battery icon. Note: on the iPhone X and later (with bangs), the percentages are displayed only in Control Point (swipe down from the upper right corner).

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On the iPhone 14 Pro and later, the percentage of charge is always visible in the status bar – Apple returned this feature after users complained.

Method 2: Viewing the charge of Xiaomi devices through the “Control Point” iPhone

For some Xiaomi gadgets (such as the Mi Band 6/7 or Redmi Watch), the iPhone can show the charge level in the Bluetooth widget.

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Unfortunately, this method doesn't work for all models, like Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds, which often don't display percentages even if they're connected correctly, so the next one will help.

Method 3: Third-party charging tracking apps for Xiaomi

If standard iOS tools don't show interest rates, we'll have specialized tools to help, and we've tested a few and selected the most reliable ones.

For example, in Mi Fit, the bracelet’s charge level is displayed on the home screen of the app, and Battery HD+ can show percentages directly in the widget on the lock screen.

Method 4: Using Widgets on the iPhone Screen

If you don't want to open the app every time, set up a charge widget.

1. Long click on the free space on the home screen or screen Today (swipe to the right).
2. Slip on the "+" in the upper left corner.
3. Find an app widget (like Battery HD+) and add it.
4. Select the size of the widget (e.g., 2×2 for a compact display).

Now, the percentage of charge of the Xiaomi gadget will always be at hand, and some widgets even show a discharge schedule for the day / week.

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Method 5: Alternative methods (for advanced users)

If none of the above methods worked, you can try:

• 🔌 Use a charge case with display: some Redmi Buds models show charge directly on the case (for example, Redmi Buds 4 Pro).
• 📱 Connect your gadget to an Android smartphone: temporarily use a friend’s phone to check the exact charge via Mi Fit or Zepp Life.
• 🔋 Use a multimeter: for devices with removable batteries (for example, some speakers) you can measure the voltage and calculate the percentages manually.

Important: Multimeters are an extreme method that requires electronics skills. Incorrect connection can cause the device to fail!

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after all the manipulation, some users are faced with errors.

⚠️ Warning: If your iPhone starts to run out quickly after you connect a Xiaomi device, disconnect it from Bluetooth and check for viruses through an app like Avast Security.

If your problem isn’t described in the table, try resetting your network settings on your iPhone: Settings → Basic → Resetting or Resetting iPhone → Resetting network settings. This often helps with Bluetooth conflicts.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

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For maximum accuracy, use official Xiaomi apps (Mi Fit, Mi Home, Zepp Life) – they receive data directly from the device, and not through common Bluetooth protocols.