Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is still one of the most popular smartphones of the brand, but its firmware MIUI has features that can confuse users. For example, turning off the alarm clock is a seemingly simple task, but depending on the version of the software and settings, the process may differ. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to deactivate the alarm clock, including hidden functions and solutions to typical problems.
Many people face a situation where the alarm continues to go off despite attempts to turn it off, which may be due to background processes, synchronization errors or features of the Xiaomi Watch app, and we will not only show standard methods, but also tell you how to completely remove the alarm from the system if it freezes or duplicates.
We’ll focus on the nuances of MIUI 10–14 firmware, as the interface and layout of options have changed with updates. If you have custom firmware installed (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), some of the ways may not work — we’ll talk about that too.
Method 1: Turn off the alarm clock through the “Clock” app
The most obvious and universal method is to use the standard Watch app, which is pre-installed on all versions of the Redmi Note 7 and works even without an internet connection.
- Open the Watch app (an icon with a dial on the home screen or in the app menu).
- Go to the Alarm tab (usually the second icon below).
- Find the active alarm clock in the list – it is marked with a blue switch.
- Tap the switch to move it to the left (it will turn gray).
- To remove the alarm clock, click on it and select Remove in the upper right corner.
If the alarm doesn’t turn off through the interface, check if the app settings have automatic repetition (e.g., “Every Day” or “Working Days”). In this case, the switch will be activated again after the phone is restarted.
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Method 2: Quickly shut down via notification panel
When the alarm goes off, you can turn it off right from the lock screen or from the notification panel, which is convenient if you overslept and you need to stop the sound urgently.
- 🔔 When an alarm notification appears, swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification bar.
- 🔕 Find the card with an active alarm and tap the button Disable or Stop.
- 📵 If the alarm is recurring, click Control (or “Settings”) to go to the Watch app and deactivate it completely.
Important: some versions of MIUI may not have a Disconnect button, in which case you will have to unlock your phone and go to the Watch app. Also, consider that disabling through the notification bar only affects the current signal, not all future positives.
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Method 3: Using a voice assistant (Google Assistant or XiaoAI)
If you have a voice assistant on, you can turn off the alarm with a voice command, which is convenient when the phone is out of reach. Both are supported:
- 🎤 For Google Assistant, say, “OK Google, turn off your alarm at 7:00” (exact time).
- 🤖 For XiaoAI (XiaoAI assistant), use the command: “Xiao Ai, turn off the alarm clock” or “Cancel the alarm for tomorrow».
Note: voice commands only work when you are actively connected to the Internet (for Google Assistant) or if Assistant Mode is enabled in XiaoAI settings. Also check if the microphone permissions in the app settings are disabled.
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If the voice assistant doesn’t recognize the command, try reformulating it or turn on the option “Offline Recognition” (for Google Assistant) in the settings.
Method 4: Turn off all alarm clocks through system settings
In rare cases, the alarm clock can freeze in the system and keep going, even if it's turned off in the Watch app, due to synchronization errors in MIUI, to completely reset all alarms:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find the Watch in the list and open its settings.
- Click Warehouse → Clear the data → Confirm the action.
- Reboot the phone.
This method will remove all alarm clocks and timers, so use it only as a last resort, and after cleaning the data, you will have to reset the alarm clocks.
⚠️ Attention: Data clearing of the Watch app will also reset alarm clock history and custom tunes. If you use non-standard alarm clock sounds, save them in your phone's memory in advance.
Method 5: Removing the alarm clock via ADB (for advanced users)
If the alarm clock is "spooked" in the system and is not removed by standard methods, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is suitable for users with unlocked debugging over USB.
- Connect Redmi Note 7 to your computer and enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode).
- Open the command prompt (or Terminal on Mac/Linux) and type: adb shell pm clear com.android.deskclock This will clear the data of the standard alarm app.
- If you use MIUI Clock, do: adb shell pm clear com.miui.alarmclock
Once you've done the commands, restart your phone, and this method is guaranteed to remove all alarm clocks, but it requires technical skills.
What if the ADB does not recognize the device?
Problem Solving: The alarm clock doesn’t turn off or it just goes off on its own
Sometimes Redmi Note 7 users are faced with the alarm clock turning on spontaneously or does not react to a shutdown.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The alarm clock is working despite the shutdown. | Sync error with Xiaomi account | Turn off sync in Settings → Xiaomi Account → Sync |
| Duplicate alarm clocks | The conflict between Google Clock and MIUI Clock | Remove one of the apps or disable notifications for unnecessary reasons |
| The alarm clock does not sound, but appears on the list. | Disabled sound in profile settings or “Do not disturb” mode | Check the settings → Sound → Do not disturb mode |
| The alarm clock is triggered with a delay | Battery Optimization Limits the Hours | Add the Watch to Optimization Exceptions in Settings → Battery |
If none of the methods worked, try updating your firmware to the latest version of MIUI or resetting your settings (but don’t forget to back up your data!).
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Before resetting your settings, check if the alarm is connected to third-party apps (such as Sleep as Android or Alarmy) that can duplicate signals.
Additional tips: how to set the alarm clock correctly
To avoid future alarm problems, follow these guidelines:
- ⏰ Specify the exact time taking into account the time zone (check in Settings). → Additionally. → Date and time).
- 🔊 Choose the alarm melody from the standard ones or download files in the format.mp3 (Not all formats are supported).
- 🔄 If you use a repeating alarm clock, check the days of the week in settings (e.g., “Pn-Pt” instead of “Daily»).
- 📴 Turn off the Smart Alarm option in the Settings of the Watch if it interferes (the feature analyzes sleep phases and may trigger earlier).
It is also useful to know that on the Redmi Note 7 you can adjust the vibration for the alarm clock separately from the sound.