How to set the date and time on Xiaomi: all the ways and nuances

Incorrectly set time on Xiaomi can lead to messaging, miss notifications, or even problems with connecting to the mobile network, especially after resetting, changing the battery or updating the firmware. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to change the date and time on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices – from automatic synchronization to manual settings in the engineering menu.

It’s important to understand that the customization algorithm may vary depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13 or 14) and the device model. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, the path to time settings will be slightly different than on the Redmi Note 10 with MIUI 12.5. We will take all these nuances into account and provide versatile solutions that will suit most of the brand’s devices.

Why is Xiaomi losing time and date?

Before you start setting up, you should understand the causes of the failure, most often the problem arises from:

• 🔋 Settled battery – if the battery is completely discharged, the internal clock of the device can be reset to factory settings (usually by January 1, 2016).
• 📡 No network – without a mobile internet connection or Wi-Fi, a device cannot synchronize time with servers NTP (Network Time Protocol).
• 🔄 Reset – After Hard Reset or Restore via Mi Cloud, time may be lost if automatic sync was not enabled.
• 🛠️ Incorrect firmware – on custom firmware (for example, LineageOS) or after an unsuccessful update MIUI synchronization errors may occur.
• 📱 Hardware malfunctions are rare, but it happens that the problem lies in the damage to the module. RTC (Real-Time Clock, which is responsible for counting time.

If time is lost regularly (for example, after each reboot), this may indicate a battery malfunction or a motherboard problem, in which case you should contact a service center, but in 90% of cases the problem is solved by software - more on that.

Method 1: Automatic time synchronization over the network

This is the easiest and most recommended way, and the device will pull up the actual data from the servers of Google or Xiaomi, and the instructions are suitable for all devices on MIUI 12-14:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Additional Settings section (on some models – System and Device → Date and Time).
3. Activate the slider Autodetermining Date and Time.
4. Below, turn on time zone autodetermination.
5. Select your region in the list (e.g. Moscow, GMT+3).

If the time has not been updated after these actions, try:

• 🔄 Reset the device.
• 📶 Connect to another Wi-Fi or mobile internet network.
• 🔧 Manually update the time (see the following method).

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If automatic sync doesn’t work, check if the app blocks it to save traffic (like Data Saver or Battery Saver).

Method 2: Manually adjust date and time

If automatic synchronization is not available (for example, there is no Internet) or is not working correctly, you can set the time manually.

1. Go to Settings → Additional settings → Date and time.
2. Turn off the Autodetermining Date and Time slider.
3. Click on Set a date and select the current date in the calendar.
4. Click on Set time and set hours and minutes.
5. Select the Time Zone manually (e.g. Europe/Moscow).
6. Save the changes.

Note that if you're traveling, you'd better leave your time zone autodetermination on, otherwise you'll have to manually change it every time you cross the border.

Time Auto-Determination Disabled |

Selected the correct time zone |

Date corresponds to current day |

Time is set to within minutes |

The device is rebooted to apply the changes-->

Method 3: Synchronize through the Engineering Menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don't work, you can try resetting your time settings through an engineering menu, which is suitable for advanced users, as incorrect actions can lead to malfunctions of the device.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636###.
3. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information.
4. Scroll down and find Set Network Time (or Network Time).
5. Click on it and confirm the synchronization.

If #4636## does not work, try:

• 📱 Nana POCO #36446337# (Engineering Mode menu).
• 🔧 On Xiaomi MIUI 14: ##6484## (test menu).

Method 4: Reset network settings (if time is constantly lost)

If time is lost after each reboot or connection to another network, the problem may be incorrect network settings, in which case the reset will help:

1. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (or Wi-Fi, Mobile Network, and Bluetooth Reset).
3. Confirm the action (you will need to enter) PIN-code).
4. After restarting the device, enable automatic time synchronization (see Method 1).

This method will also help if the device cannot connect to NTP servers due to old network data, and after resetting, all connection settings (including DNS and APN) will return to factory.

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Resetting the network will delete all stored Wi-Fi passwords and paired Bluetooth devices. Write down important data in advance!

Features of setting the time on different models Xiaomi

Depending on the model and version of MIUI, the settings interface may differ, and the table below shows the key differences:

On devices with MIUI for the global market (for example, Xiaomi 12T), the path to settings can be translated into English: Settings → Additional settings → Date & time. If you do not find the right item, try changing the interface language to English - this will help you navigate.

Solving Common Errors When Set Up Time

Even after setting up the time on Xiaomi correctly, we will analyze the typical problems and their solutions:

• ⏳ Time updates but with a delay: Check if traffic saving mode is enabled in Settings → Connections and sharing → Save traffic: Disable it or add system services to exceptions.
• 🌍 Incorrect time zone: If automatic belt definition is not working correctly, try manually selecting the nearest city (for example, instead of Moscow, choose St. Petersburg).
• 🔄 Time strays after reboot: This could indicate a battery or module malfunction RTC. Check the status of the battery in the settings → Battery → If the capacity is below 70%, replace the battery.
• 📵 No automatic synchronization option: Update your firmware to the latest version MIUI Or, reset your settings (Settings). → The phone. → Resetting settings).

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If you're running out of time after all the manipulations, try calibrating the battery: completely drain the device, then charge it to 100% without interruption, sometimes helping to restore the RTC module.

More Tips for Working With Time on Xiaomi

Besides the basic setup, MIUI has several useful time-related features:

• ⏰ Double clock on lock screen: Included in Settings → Lock screen → Additionally. → Double watches, good for travelers.
• 📅 Home screen time widget: Add the Watch or Weather widget and time through a long tap on your desktop → Widgets.
• 🔔 Time Reminders: Use Notes or Google Keep to create date- and time-based reminders.
• 🌙 Automatic transition to a dark theme: In Settings → Display. → Dark subject. → The schedule can be linked to the change of the topic to the time of day.

If you travel frequently, look out for Google’s Clock app – it supports multiple time zones and syncs regardless of system settings.

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On devices with MIUI 14, the Super Dynamic Time Wallpaper feature has been introduced, which automatically changes the background of the desktop depending on the time of day (morning / day / evening / night).

FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up time on Xiaomi

Now you know all the ways to adjust the time on Xiaomi devices. If none of the methods worked, most likely, the problem lies in the hardware – contact the service center for a diagnosis of the RTC module or battery replacement.