How to set up a double watch on Xiaomi: second time zone and widget on the screen

Do you often travel or communicate with relatives in another time zone? Xiaomi smartphones have a built-in double clock feature that allows you to display time in two time zones at once — for example, local and Moscow, or current and on Greenwich. MIUI 12 and newer, including the Redmi Note 11, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13 and others.

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at how to add a second time zone, set up a double clock widget on your desktop, and solve typical problems — such as when the clock is knocked down after a reboot or not updated automatically. You’ll also learn which Xiaomi models support this feature, and what’s the difference in Android display? 12/13 older versions.

Warn in advance: on some budget devices (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO C31) The double-hour option can be hidden or limited, and we'll show you workarounds, from third-party widgets to manually customized through the developer's settings.

Which Xiaomi models support double watches?

Double-hours feature is available on all Xiaomi smartphones running MIUI 12 and above, but there are nuances:

• 📱 Flagship models (Xiaomi) 12/13/14, Mix 4/5, Black Shark – Full support with widget and automatic synchronization.
• 📲 Mid-segment (Redmi Note) 10/11/12, POCO F4/F5) — function is, but may not be the default widget".
• 💰 Budget devices (Redmi) 9/10, POCO M4/M5) — The option is hidden in the settings, the widget must be installed separately.
• ⚠️ Outdated models (Xiaomi Mi) A1/A2, Redmi 6/7) — Double clocks only work through third-party apps.

To check the version MIUI, Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. If you MIUI 11 or older, update your firmware through Settings → System Update: On some devices after upgrading to Android 13 (e.g. Xiaomi) 11T) The double clock function may temporarily disappear – this is a bug that is fixed in the following patches.

How to add a second time zone in the settings?

The main way to activate double clocks is through system settings.

1. Open the Clock app (icon with dial).
2. Go to the World Clock tab (globe icon at the bottom of the screen).
3. Press the button. + Add the city.
4. Enter the name of the city (for example, Moscow, New York, Tokyo) or select from the list.
5. After adding, return to the watch’s main screen – now it will display time in two belts.

If the World Clock tab is missing, check:

• 🔄 Update the Watch app through Google Play.
• 📱 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes the option appears after the reboot.
• 🛠️ Reset the application settings: Settings → Annexes → The clock → Warehouse → Clear the data.

Update MIUI to the latest version|

Check the availability of the tab "World Clock"|

Clear the cache of the "Clock" app |

Reboot your smartphone-->

Important! On some firmware (e.g, MIUI Global POCO X3 Pro) after adding the second city, you need to manually turn on the display on the main screen:

1. Hold your finger on the free space of the desktop.
2. Select the Widgets → Find the clock (4×2) or double watch.
3. Drag the widget onto the screen and select cities to display.

Setup of the double clock widget on the desktop

The double-clock widget allows you to see time in two belts right on the home screen without opening the app.

1. Long press on the free space of the desktop → Widgets.
2. Scroll through the list to the Watch section (or Tools on some firmware).
3. Choose a double watch widget (usually sized) 4×2 or 2×2).
4. Drag it to the screen and set it up:

• 🌍 City 1 (principal time zone).
• 🌎 City 2 (Additional Belt).
• 🎨 Display style (analog/digital clock).
• 🔄 Auto-update (recommended to include).

If there is no standard widget, use alternatives:

• 📱 Google Clock – has built-in world clocks and widgets.
• ⏰ World Clock Widget (from Google Play) – more options.
• 🛠️ UCCW — Advanced users (requires customization).

Tip: If the widget doesn’t update automatically, check the permissions for the Watch app:

1. Settings → Annexes → The clock → Permits.
2. Enable the exact location (need to automatically determine the belt).
3. Activate Auto Start and Work in the background.

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If the double watch widget disappears after the update MIUI, Try removing it from the screen and adding it back, and it often solves the display problem.

Solving Double Hours Problems

Sometimes double clocks don't work properly, they get lost after a reboot, they show the wrong time, or they disappear altogether. Let's look at the typical mistakes and how to fix them.

Critical error: On some devices (e.g. Redmi Note) 8 Pro MIUI 12.5) After the factory reset, the double clock stops working, which is due to the system file being damaged. /system/etc/zoneinfo. Decision:

1. Install TWRP Recovery.
2. Sweep the corrected zoneinfo file through ADB Sideload.
3. Or upgrade the firmware to MIUI 13+.

If none of these methods worked, try alternative applications:

• 🌐 Time Buddy – supports unlimited time zones.
• ⏱️ ClockSync synchronizes time with atomic servers.
• 📡 World Time Widget – Minimalist widget with dark theme support.

Additional chips: automatic belt switching

On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 13+ There's a hidden feature that automatically switches the time zone when you cross borders, to activate it:

1. Open Settings → Additional → Date and time.
2. Enable the option of Automatic Time Zone.
3. Activate Use of Location Data.
4. Add frequently used belts to World Clocks.

Now, when traveling to another city, the smartphone will automatically switch between belts, for example, if you fly from Moscow to Sochi, the main clock will show Sochi time, and the additional one will show Moscow time.

Limitation: The function only works when it is turned on GPS And there's an active Internet connection, and on an airplane or a subway, the automatic switching may not work.

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Automatic belt switching saves time but consumes extra battery due to constant use GPS. Turn off the function if you are not traveling.

For advanced users, there is a way to set up belt switching on a schedule (for example, for remote work):

1. Install Tasker or MacroDroid.
2. Create a task with the condition of time = 09:00.
3. Add the action Set time zone (for example, Europe/Moscow).
4. Set up the second task to 18:00 belted Asia/Tokyo.

How to set up a double watch on a Xiaomi smartwatch?

The dual-watch feature is available not only on smartphones, but also on Xiaomi smartwatches like the Mi Band. 7/8, Xiaomi Watch S2 or Redmi Watch 3. Instructions:

1. Connect your watch to your smartphone via Mi Fitness or Zepp Life.
2. Open the app. → Go to the Device Profile → Settings of the clock.
3. Find the section Additionally → World clock.
4. Add the city you want (like London or Beijing).
5. On the clock screen, swipe down. → Choose World Time.

On the Mi Band, double watches are only displayed in view mode, and on the Xiaomi Watch you can display a widget on the home screen.

• ⚠️ On the Mi Band 6 and older, only one additional belt is displayed at a time.
• 🔋 The function works only when connected to a smartphone (without offline mode).
• ⏱️ Time is updated every 30 minutes to save battery life.

If there is no double watch option, check:

• 📱 The firmware version of the watch (update via Mi Fitness).
• 🌍 Region in settings (some features are hidden for individual countries).
• 🔄 Synchronize with your phone (reconnect the device).

Resetting time zone settings to factory

If the double clock is not working properly and none of the methods helped, reset your time settings:

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset Date and Time Settings.
3. Confirm the action (a password may be required).
4. After restarting, set up the double clock again.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (POCO F3, Redmi K40) Resetting time results in zeroing out location data in Google Maps.

If the reset does not help, perform a full reset to the factory settings:

1. Create a backup of data (Settings → About Phone → Backup).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select Delete all data.
4. After restarting, restore the data from the backup.

Alternative: If the problem is only with the Watch app, try:

• Remove updates for the Watch through Settings → Annexes → The clock → ⋮ → Remove updates.
• Install APK The old version with APKMirror.

FAQ: Frequent questions about double watches on Xiaomi