How to turn on and configure a speech synthesizer on Xiaomi: the complete guide

The speech synthesizer on Xiaomi devices is a powerful tool that converts text into natural speech. It's not only used for Google Assistant or XiaoAI, but also for reading messages aloud, navigating in visually impaired apps, and making notifications, but many users have difficulty setting it up: The function can be hidden in the depths of the menu. MIUI, In some models, additional activation is required.

In this article, we will discuss all ways to turn on the speech synthesizer on Redmi smartphones, POCO and Xiaomi, including Mi 11, Redmi Note 12, POCO F5 And others, and on the brand's smartwatches and TVs, you'll learn how to set up. TTS-Text-to-Speech, select voice, change speech speed, and eliminate common errors such as no sound or robotic voice. MIUI 12/13/14 and nuances for devices without Google services (for example, for Chinese firmware).

What is a speech synthesizer and why you need it on Xiaomi

Speech synthesizer (or TTS — Text-to-Speech is a technology that converts written text into spoken language, and is integrated at the system level and used on Xiaomi devices:

• 🗣️ For voice assistants (Google Assistant, XiaoAI, Alice from Yandex).
• 📖 For voiceover in apps (e.g. reading books in Moon)+ Reader or articles in the browser).
• 🚗 In navigation services (Google Maps, Yandex.Navigator) for voice prompts.
• 👓 For special features (screen announcer for the visually impaired).
• 📱 For notifications (for example, voice SMS or messages in Telegram).

Without the speech synthesizer on, many functions will not work correctly: the voice assistant will not be able to answer, the navigator will not be able to voice the route, and the reading apps will play text. TTS-engine MIUI, Which is often inferior in quality to Google or Samsung solutions.

It's important to understand that a speech synthesizer and a voice assistant are two different things: an assistant (like XiaoAI) handles voice commands, and a voice assistant handles voice commands. TTS If you don't have voice input, the problem may be in the microphone or the assistant settings, not the synthesizer.

How to turn on the speech synthesizer on Xiaomi smartphones (MIUI 12/13/14)

Activation process TTS Xiaomi smartphones depend on the firmware version, and below is a universal algorithm that is suitable for most models, including the Redmi Note 11, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13 and others, if your device is running on the MIUI 14, some menu items may be slightly different.

Method 1: Through setting up special features

This is the most reliable method, as it works even on Chinese firmware without Google services:

1. Open the Settings. → Special facilities.
2. Select Speech Synthesis (or Text-to-Speech in English firmware).
3. In the Preferred Engine section, select: 🤖 Google Text to Speech (recommended for better quality). 📱 Engine. MIUI TTS (The basic version works without Google). 🎤 Other engines (e.g. Samsung) TTS, if established).

Press the badge. ⚙️ next to the selected engine and download voice data (if required).

Use speech synthesis

If there is no Google listing TTS, You need to install it manually through Google Play:

1. Download the Google Text-to-Speech app.
2. After installation, go back to the Speech Synthesis settings and select it as your preferred one.

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If you have installed Google TTS voice sounds robotic, go to the engine settings (⚙️) and select a language marked "High quality" (e.g. "Russian" (Russia) - High quality").

Method 2: Through Voice Settings in XiaoAI

If you use the XiaoAI voice assistant, the speech synthesizer can be activated right in its settings:

1. Open the XiaoAI app (or call the assistant by holding the Home button for a long time).
2. Click on the profile icon → Settings → Voice input and output.
3. Turn on the voice prompts option.
4. In the Speech Synthesis section, select your preferred engine (similar to the first method).

To open the extended settings:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities → Synthesis of speech.
2. Press the badge. ⚙️ near-engine.
3. In the speech settings menu, select the desired parameters.

On devices with Chinese firmware (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro for the Chinese market) Google options TTS This may be limited due to the lack of Google services. MIUI TTS Or install alternative engines through APK.

How to turn on the speech synthesizer on Xiaomi smart watches (Mi Band, Watch)

On Xiaomi wearables (e.g. Mi Band 7, Xiaomi Watch) S3) Speech synthesizer is used mainly for voice notifications and voice control, but the capabilities are limited compared to smartphones.

To activate TTS smartwatch:

1. Connect your watch to your smartphone via the Mi Fitness or Zepp Life app.
2. Open the clock settings in the app and find the Notifications section.
3. Enable the option to voice notifications (the name may differ).
4. Choose the language to voice (English and Chinese are usually available; Russian is not supported on all models).

For Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro (with Wear) OS) The process of setting is similar to smartphones:

1. On the clock, open Settings. → System system → Special facilities → Synthesis of speech.
2. Choose Google. TTS Download the Russian voice package.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi smartwatches without Wear OS (For example, Mi Band speech synthesizer works only for system notifications and does not support third-party applications.

Solving Speech Synthesizer Problems on Xiaomi

If, after setting up, TTS Does not work or sounds incorrect, check the following points:

Problem 1: Speech synthesizer is not switched on

• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes it solves temporary crashes.
• 📥 Update Google Play Services and Google App TTS.
• 🛠️ Reset the special features settings: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting special opportunities.
• 🚫 Check if Google permissions are disabled TTS In Settings → Annexes → Permits.

Problem 2: Robotized or distorted voice

• 🔊 In Google's settings TTS Choose a voice with a high quality mark.
• 🌐 Make sure you download the voice packet for the language you want (e.g., Russian-Russia").
• 📶 Check your internet connection – some voices require online access.

Problem 3: Speech synthesizer works only in English

• 📋 In the settings TTS Check that the main language of the system is set in Russian.
• 🔍 Remove and reinstall Google TTS, Then download the Russian package.
• 📱 Chinese firmware may require manual installation of multiple APK for MIUI TTS.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI European market (EEA) Support for some voice packets may be disabled due to restrictions GDPR. In this case, use VPN downloading additional votes.

Alternative speech synthesizers for Xiaomi

If the standard Google TTS or MIUI TTS You don't like it, you can install third-party solutions:

• 🤖 eSpeak is a lightweight engine that supports many languages, but with robotic voice.
• 🎤 IVONA (Amazon – High-quality voices but requires registration.
• 🗣️ Samsung TTS — You can install it on Xiaomi through APK, Offers natural voices.
• 🌍 CereProc is a paid solution with the most natural speech (used in professional systems).

To establish an alternative TTS-engine:

1. Download. APK-file from the official website of the developer.
2. Allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install unknown applications.
3. Install the application and select it in Speech Synthesis settings.

Samsung TTS Xiaomi users often choose their voices to be more natural than Google. TTS. However, it may require manual permission adjustments to operate.

Speech Synthesizer on Xiaomi TVs (Mi) TV)

On Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi) TV Q2, Redmi Smart TV) The speech synthesizer is used for voice control through a microphone remote, and also for voice-over of the menu in visually impaired mode:

1. Press the Settings button on the remote.
2. Go to All Settings → Special facilities → Synthesis of speech.
3. Enable the option of voice accompaniment.
4. Choose language and speed of speech.

For voice search (for example, on YouTube or Netflix):

1. Press and hold the microphone button on the remote.
2. Say a command (e.g., "Find the Interstellar movie").
3. If voice input is not working, check your internet connection and update your TV firmware.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi TVs with firmware for the Chinese market, voice search can only work in Chinese (EEA).

FAQ: Frequent Questions About the Speech Synth on Xiaomi