How to set an alarm clock on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: 5 ways + problem solving

Why the Redmi Note 8 Pro’s alarm clock might not work (and how to avoid it)

The alarm clock on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is a seemingly simple feature, but even it harbors pitfalls. Users often face a situation when the phone does not wake up in time: the sound is too quiet, the smartphone just “slept” the signal, the reasons lie not only in the settings of the application, but also in the optimization of MIUI, which aggressively closes the background processes.

In this article, we will discuss all the ways to set an alarm clock, from the standard Watch app to third-party solutions like Google Clock or Sleep as Android. MIUI 14/15, And you'll also learn how to make the phone vibrate even when it's silent, and why the alarm clock sometimes goes off with a delay in the energy-saving mode. 1–2 minute.

If you've tried setting an alarm clock and it didn't work, don't be quick to blame the phone. 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved by setting the AutoRun and Battery correctly. We'll tell you how to do it.

Method 1: Standard Clock App — Basic setting

The most obvious method is to use Xiaomi’s built-in Watch app, which is pre-installed on all Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphones and does not require additional installation.

1. Open the Watch app (an icon with a dial on the home screen or in the app menu).
2. Go to the Alarming Signal tab (bell icon in the bottom menu).
3. Press + in the lower right corner to add a new alarm clock.
4. Set the time with the dial or enter manually.
5. Set up repetition (once, daily, weekdays, etc.).
6. Select the signal melody and volume level.
7. Save the alarm with the button Ready.

Important: By default, the alarm will work even if the phone is in Do Not Disturb (DND) mode, but if Flight Mode is activated or the phone is completely off, there will be no wake-up.

Make sure the alarm is on (the slider is active)

Check the volume of the signal (not at the minimum)

Turn off the "Do Not Disturb" mode for alarm clocks in settings

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Method 2: Google Clock is a reliable alternative

If Xiaomi’s standard alarm clock fails, try Google’s official app, Google Clock, which is better integrated with Google’s services and has additional features like smooth wake-up (sound builds up gradually).

You can install it from the Google Play Market:

• 🔍 Search for Google Clock and install it.
• 🔔 Open the app and go to the Alarm tab.
• ➕ Press. +, to add a new alarm clock.
• ⏰ Set a time and set up a repetition.
• 🎵 Select a tune from the Google library or download your own.
• 🔄 Activate the option of Smooth Awakening (if necessary).

Google Clock has one key advantage: it doesn't rely on MIUI optimization because it works through Google services, which means that the alarm clock is more likely to work even when it's actively energy efficient, but you need to allow the application to Autostart and turn off battery optimization.

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If the Google Clock alarm doesn’t work, check the time sync settings in Settings → System → Date and Time. Automatic network determination should be enabled.

Method 3: An alarm clock via voice assistant (Alice/Google Assistant)

If you're too lazy to go through the menu, you can set the alarm clock with your voice, and either Yandex Alice or Google Assistant is good for that. Let's look at both.

Through Google Assistant:

• 🗣️ Say, OK, Google, set the alarm for 7:00».
• 🔄 The assistant will offer to confirm the time and days of repetition.
• ✅ Confirm the command with your voice or press Ready on the screen.

The alarm will be created in Google Clock (if the app is installed) or in the standard Watch app.

Through Yandex, Alice:

• 🗣️ Say, Alice, wake me up tomorrow at 6:30».
• 🔄 Alice will specify the parameters and create an alarm clock in your application.
• ⚠️ Please note that for Alice to work, the phone must be connected to the Internet.

Voice alarms are convenient, but they have a disadvantage: they depend on the stability of the Internet connection, if Wi-Fi or mobile network disappears at night, the alarm may not work, so for critical cases, it is better to duplicate it in the standard way.

Standard Xiaomi app

Google Clock

Voice Assistant (Alice/Google)

The side of the application (Sleep as Android, etc.)

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Method 4: Advanced Apps (Sleep as Android, Alarmy)

For those who want to wake up as efficiently as possible, special applications are suitable, offering features that are not found in standard alarm clocks:

• 📊 Sleep analysis (tracking sleep phases to wake up at optimal moment).
• 🧩 Tasks to wake up (for example, scanning) QR-code or solve a mathematical problem).
• 🌅 Dawn imitation (gradual increase in screen brightness).
• 🔊 Smart repetition (an alarm clock will only repeat if you don't get up).

Let’s take a look at the two most popular apps:

To install any of these applications:

1. Go to the Google Play Market.
2. Find the app by name and install it.
3. Run it andfollowing permissions to access the Microphone (for sleep), Notifications, and AutoRun.
4. Set the alarm according to the instructions in the app.

Method 5: Alarm clock through smart bracelet (Mi Band, Amazfit)

If you have a Xiaomi Mi Band or Amazfit fitness bracelet, you can set your alarm on it, which is convenient because the vibration on your hand will wake you up even if the phone is far away or in silent mode.

Instructions for Mi Band 5/6/7:

• 📱 Install the Mi Fit or Zepp app (for new models).
• 🔗 Connect the bracelet to your phone via Bluetooth.
• ⏰ Go to the Profile section → Alarm clocks.
• ➕ Add a new alarm clock and set the time.
• 🔄 Select the days of repetition and activate the Vibration option.
• 💤 Make sure the bracelet is on Do Not Disturb Only at Night (otherwise the vibration may not work).

The advantage of this method is that the bracelet consumes minimal energy and does not depend on optimizing MIUI. Even if the phone runs out at night, the bracelet will wake you up. However, consider that the vibration may not be strong enough for deep sleep, in which case combine it with the sound alarm on the phone.

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For reliability, use a backup alarm clock: one on your phone (sound), the second on your bracelet (vibration), which ensures that you wake up even if one of your devices fails.

Problem Solving: Why the alarm clock doesn't work

If the alarm clock on the Redmi Note 8 Pro doesn’t work, the reasons may be as follows:

⚠️ Note: The most common problem is battery optimization MIUI, And the one that forcibly closes the Watch in the background app, and to fix that, add it to the AutoRun list and turn off the optimization.

Step-by-step correction instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Watch app (or Google Clock if you use it).
3. Choose the Battery. → Optimizing the battery.
4. Set the value without limits.
5. Go back and select AutoRun – turn on the slider.
6. Also check the Permissions section and give access to Notifications and Microphone (if voice control is used).

Other possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Low battery charge (less than 10-15%): MIUI Solution: Put your phone on charge before bedtime.
• 🔕 Do Not Disturb Mode: Check for exceptions in Settings → Sound. → Don't disturb. → Alarm clocks.
• 🔄 Wrong time: if the phone is showing the wrong time, the alarm clock will not work in time. Solution: turn on automatic synchronization in Settings → System system → Date and time.
• 🛠️ App crash: Restart the Watch app or clear its cache in the settings.

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If the alarm is triggered but the sound is too quiet, check the Media Volume settings (separate from the volume of the call). MIUI Resets it to a minimum after updates.

Additional life hacks for alarm clock on Xiaomi

To make the alarm clock work as efficiently as possible, use these tips:

• 🎶 Use your own tunes: copy any audio file to the Ringtones folder on your phone and it will appear in the alarm clock’s list of signals.
• 🔄 Set a backup alarm clock: set two alarm clocks at intervals of 2-3 minutes (in case the first one doesn’t work).
• 🌙 Activate “Sleep Mode”: in Settings → Screen. → Sleep mode can be turned on a dark theme and decrease brightness at night.
• 📊 Sleep quality: Apps like Sleep as Android analyze sleep phases and wake you up at the right time.

For those who often wake up at night, it is useful to know the hot keys:

• To quickly turn off the alarm clock, double press the power button (does not work on all firmware).
• To watch the next alarm, swipe down the notification panel – it displays the time of the next signal.

If you travel frequently, set up automatic time zone updates in Settings → System → Date and time. This will eliminate the need to manually reset your alarm clock.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the alarm clock on the Redmi Note 8 Pro