Set up Missed Call Notifications on Xiaomi: Instructions for All Models

A missed call to Xiaomi may go unnoticed if notifications are not configured, and this is especially true for users who often switch between instant messengers, games or work in Do Not Disturb mode. In this article, we will examine all the ways to configure incoming call alerts, from basic parameters in the phone menu to hidden MIUI features that the manufacturer does not advertise.

It’s important to understand that the logic of notifications on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO depends on the firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14), smartphone model and even regional settings. For example, on devices for the Chinese market (China ROM), some features may be missing or work differently. We took these nuances into account and prepared universal solutions that will suit most current models, from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Why are there no missed calls notifications?

Before setting up alerts, it is worthwhile to understand the reasons for their absence, most often the problem lies in one of the following factors:

• 📱 Systemic energy saving limitations: Battery optimization function MIUI can block the background work of the Phone application, which is why notifications are not displayed.
• 🔔 Do Not Disturb. Even if the mode is disabled, certain rules (for example, for specific contacts) can suppress alerts.
• 🔄 Google services crashed on devices with Google Mobile Services (GMS) notifications are processed through Google Play Services, and their interruption or synchronization errors result in the notifications being lost.
• 📞 Problems with SIM-If the operator does not transmit data about missed calls (for example, when the signal is weak), the system will not be able to display them.

Another common case is conflict with third-party applications, such as some launchers (like Nova Launcher) or ad-blocking programs (AdGuard, Blokada) can interfere with system notifications, and if you use such utilities, temporarily disable them before setting up.

Basic setting of notifications in the application "Phone"

The most obvious way is to set up alerts directly in the standard Phone app. The interface may vary slightly depending on the MIUI version, but the general logic is maintained:

1. Open the phone application (icon with a handset).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to Call Notifications or Alerts (on some models, Sounds and Vibrations).
4. Activate the switches: 🔔 Missed calls - the main notification. 📌 Fixed notifications – so that the alert does not disappear after viewing. 🔊 Sound – select a tune from the list or add your own. 📳 Vibration – adjust the pattern (e.g., short-long-pattern).

On devices with MIUI 14, the option is Missed Reminder, which duplicates notifications after a predetermined period of time (for example, after 5 minutes), which is useful if you are often distracted and do not notice incoming calls.

Configure via System Settings (for all versions of MIUI)

If the alerts don't work even after you set up the Phone app, check the system settings.

1. Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar.
2. Find Notification Management and select Phone (or SIM 1/2 if you have Dual SIM).
3. Make sure the Allow Notifications and Sound switches are active.
4. In the Categories section, check the priority for Missed Calls – it should be High or Urgent.

MIUI 13/14 adds Floating Notifications, which displays a pop-up with information about a missed call on top of other apps, to enable it:

Settings → Notifications → Floating notifications → Phone → Enable

Attention! On some models (e.g. Redmi 9A or POCO M3), floating notifications may conflict with navigation gestures. If the screens start to open spontaneously after this option is turned on, turn it off.

Features of settings for Dual SIM

If your Xiaomi supports two of your SIM-If you have a card, you can set up a missed call notification separately for each call, and if you have one of them, you can do it. SIM It is used only for the Internet, and the second for calls.

To set up alerts for a specific SIM:

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose the right one. SIM-map, SIM 1).
3. Go to Notification Settings or Calls.
4. Activate Missed Call Notification and adjust the sound/vibration.

On devices with MIUI 14 and two. SIM-Missed calls may be duplicated if both SIM Floating alerts are enabled. To avoid this, leave this function only for the main one. SIM.

Solving notification problems on specific models

Some Xiaomi models have unique bugs or features of working with notifications.

Redmi Note 10/11 Pro and POCO X3/X4

These devices often trigger automatic battery optimization, which blocks the background operation of the Phone app.

1. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Consumption Management.
2. Select the Apps and find the Phone.
3. Set up a No Limits mode.

Xiaomi 12/13/14 (flagship models)

On flagships with MIUI 13/14, notifications may not be sounded due to conflict with spatial sound.

1. Settings → Sound and vibration → Spatial sound.
2. Turn off the option or set Media Only mode.

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone → Storage → Reset Settings

Additional ways to receive notifications

If standard alerts are unreliable, alternative methods can be used:

1. Calling apps from third-party developers

Programs like Truecaller, Google Phone or Drupe have their own notification mechanisms that do not depend on the system settings of MIUI.

1. Open the app and give access to the calls.
2. In the settings, enable Missed Notices.
3. Set notification priority in system settings (like for the standard Phone app).

2. Xiaomi smart watches or fitness bracelets

If you use Mi Band, Xiaomi Watch or Redmi Watch, you can set up duplicate call notifications on the wearable device:

1. Connect your watch/bracelet via Mi Fitness or Zepp Life.
2. In the application settings, find the Notifications section.
3. Activate Calls and select Missed Calls.

3 Automation via MacroDroid or Tasker

For advanced users, you can create an automatic rule that duplicates notifications, like MacroDroid:

1. Create a new macro with a missed call trigger.
2. Add the action to Show notification or play back sound.
3. Save and activate the macro.

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Third-party calling apps (like Google Phone) often update and fix notification bugs faster than Xiaomi releases patches for MIUI.

What to do if notifications are missing after MIUI update

Firmware updates often reset settings or change the logic of notifications, if the call alerts are gone after the update:

1. Check the MIUI version: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. Remember the build number (e.g. V14.0.5.0.TKBCNXM).

⚠️ Attention! Firmware rollback may cause data loss if you don't back up, SMS Media files through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

If the problem occurs after upgrading to MIUI 14, check your privacy settings:

1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Special Permissions → Notifications.
2. Make sure that the Phone app is allowed to access notifications.

FAQ: Frequent Notification Questions on Xiaomi