The wrong time on Xiaomi is a problem that even experienced users face, and the error can manifest itself in the form of a lost clock, as well as system failures: missed notifications, problems with synchronizing email or messengers. 80% of the time the fault with automatic synchronization, but sometimes the root of the problem lies deeper — from downed network settings to hardware malfunctions.
In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to adjust time on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices (including models on MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS), you will learn how to enable automatic synchronization, manually set the date and hour, and what to do if time is lost after a reboot or firmware update.
Why Xiaomi is running out of time: 5 main reasons
Before you get to the setup, it's important to understand why the watch on your smartphone is showing incorrect data.
- 🔄 Automatic synchronization is the most common problem, and users accidentally or intentionally turn off this option, after which time freezes at the time of the shutdown.
- 📡 Network operator problems: If the smartphone cannot receive data from the base station (for example, in roaming or when the signal is weak), time synchronization stops.
- 🔋 Reset after battery discharge on some Xiaomi models (especially the Redmi Note budget series) 8/9) system settings are reset at full discharge, including time.
- 🛠️ Firmware errors after a failed update MIUI or reset to factory settings may occur glitches with the display date.
- 🔒 Application conflict: Some programs (such as Tasker or Automate) may interfere with the system clock.
If your smartphone shows time 1 to 2 hours late, check the time zone – users often forget to change it after moving or traveling. Also make sure that the settings do not activate the Battery Saving mode, which can block background synchronization.
⚠️ Attention: On devices with two SIM-The time can only be synchronized with one network. SIM The clock will not be updated, the clock will stop updating.
Method 1: Automatic time synchronization through a network
This is the easiest and most recommended method.The smartphone will automatically receive current time from Google servers or your mobile operator. The instructions are suitable for all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5 and the flagship Mi 11/12/13/14 series.
How to enable automatic synchronization:
- Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
- Go to the Additional Settings section (HyperOS – System and Device → Date and Time).
- Select the date and time item.
- Activate the switches: 🔄 Autodetermining date and time 🌍 Time zone autodetermination
- 📶 Mobile operator network (recommended for stability)
- 🌐 Google servers (more precisely, but requires the Internet)
- Click on the Set a date and select the current date in the calendar.
- Click on the Set time field and set the hours and minutes using the dial.
- Select the Time Zone manually (e.g. Moscow, GMT+3).
- Click Ready or OK to save.
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Additional tips: how to avoid problems with time
To minimize the risk of time-display failures, follow these guidelines:
- 🔄 Update your firmware regularly. MIUI HyperOS and Synchronization Errors Fixed.
- 📶 Use a reliable mobile operator. Some virtual operators (e.g., mobile operators, Tele2 Yota may not be transmitting time data correctly.
- ⚡ Watch the battery charge. On devices with a badly worn battery (capacity) < 70%) more frequent system failures.
- 🛡️ Turn off "optimization" of time in the battery settings. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization and Add the Watch app to Exclusions.