How to Set Up Notifications on Xiaomi Watches: From Mi Band to Watch 2 Pro

Xiaomi smartwatches are not just an accessory to track activity, but also a full-fledged assistant that keeps you informed of important events. However, many users face the problem: notifications either do not come at all, or come with a delay, or duplicate. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to configure notifications on Xiaomi watches, from the basic models of the Mi Band to the flagship Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro.

It is important to understand that the algorithm of notifications depends not only on the settings of the watch itself, but also on the smartphone, the version of the Mi application. Fitness/Zepp Life, and operating systems (Android or iOS), we'll look at the universal solutions that work on most devices, as well as the nuances for specific models. If you just bought a watch and don't know where to start, this guide is for you.

What notifications support Xiaomi watches

Before setting up, it's worth figuring out what types of notifications might be coming to your watch.All Xiaomi models (except for the earliest versions of the Mi Band) 1/2) support:

• 📱 SMS and calls – notifications about incoming messages and missed calls.
• 📧 Messengers – WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, Facebook Messenger and others.
• 📅 Calendar – Reminders of meetings and events.
• 🔔 System notifications – low battery charge, software updates, geolocation.
• 🏃 Fitness alerts – achieving goals by steps, pulse, reminders of inactivity.

However, there are limitations:

• 🚫 On iPhone, some models (such as Mi Band 6) do not support notifications from WhatsApp and other messengers due to Apple’s restrictions.
• 🚫 The Wear watch. OS (For example, Xiaomi Watch S3) have advanced settings, but require separate sync with Google Account.
• 🚫 Notifications from some Chinese apps (such as WeChat) may not be coming to global firmware versions.

If your model doesn’t display notifications from a particular app, check its permissions in your smartphone system and settings in Mi. Fitness/Zepp Life. We'll talk about that in more detail.

Preparation of the smartphone: permissions and synchronization

A common reason for notifying is the wrong settings on your phone. Before setting your watch, follow these steps:

1. Install the official annex: 📱 For most models (Mi Band, Redmi Watch) - Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit). ⌚ For the Xiaomi Watch S3/Watch 2 Pro – Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit).
2. Give me all the necessary permissions: 🔓 Notifications – Allow the app to show notifications (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Notifications). 📱 Autostart – turn on in the battery settings (Settings) → Battery → Auto-start). 🔄 Background Activity – Turn off battery optimization for Mi Fitness.

Synchronize the clock

On Android, it is also recommended:

• 🛡️ Turn off charge saving for Mi Fitness in battery settings.
• 🔄 Restart the phone after installing the app.
• 📶 Make sure Bluetooth and geolocation are enabled.

For iPhone users:

• 🍎 Notifications only work for calls, SMS and calendars, and messengers (except standard ones) are not supported on most models due to iOS restrictions.
• 🔗 Check what's in the Settings → Bluetooth watches are connected to either the Mi Band or Xiaomi Watch".
• 🔄 Reconnect the clock if notifications don’t come after iOS update.

Set up notifications in the Mi app Fitness/Zepp Life

After the smartphone is ready, we move on to the configuration in the official application. The interface may vary slightly depending on the version, but the overall algorithm is the same.

For Mi Fitness (Mi Band, Redmi Watch):

1. Open the app and select your device.
2. Go to the Device Profile → Notifications.
3. Turn on the "Notifications" slider.
4. Click "App Management" and select the messengers you want to receive alerts for.
5. Set up the "Notification Style": 📟 Full text – shows the entire message (may not work on iOS). 📟 The name of the sender saves the battery.

For Zepp Life (Xiaomi Watch) S3, Watch 2 Pro):

1. Open Zepp Life and select your watch.
2. Go to Profile. → Notifications → Notification settings.
3. Turn on Smart Notifications.
4. In the "Applications" section, select which programs you want to receive alerts from.
5. Set up "Do Not Disturb" mode on schedule.

Please note:

• 🔋 Excessive notifications drain the battery of the watch faster.
• 📵 If notifications are duplicated, disable them in the settings of the messenger on the phone.

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If notifications come with a delay, try turning off the energy saving mode on the clock in the Display settings. → Sleep regimen.

Manually configuring notifications on the clock

Some models allow you to control notifications directly from the watch screen, which is convenient if you need to quickly turn off alerts at a meeting or while sleeping.

For the Mi Band. 7/8, Redmi Watch 3/4:

1. Swipe up the screen to open the menu.
2. Select Settings → Notifications.
3. Here you can: 🔔 Turn on/off vibration. 🕒 Set up "Do Not Disturb" by time. 📵 Disable notifications during training.

For Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, Watch S3:

1. Press the button or swipe down for a quick menu.
2. Select Settings → Notifications.
3. Here you can adjust: 📟 Preview of messages (full/short). 🔔 Audible signals (if supported). 📵 Exceptions for important contacts.

Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Watch) S1 Pro) gestures for notifications can be configured:

• 👋 Raising your hand – showing notification.
• ✋ Shaking - delaying the reminder.

Table of compatibility of notifications by model

Not all Xiaomi watches work equally well with notifications, and here is a compatibility table for popular models:

If your model is not represented in the table, check the official documentation or update the watch firmware to the latest version. S1 Update to version 1.5.64, Slack and Microsoft Teams support for notifications.

Solving Common Notification Problems

Even after setting up the notifications correctly, let’s look at the typical problems and ways to solve them:

⚠️ Note: If notifications only come after opening the Mi Fitness app on your phone, it means the system kills background processes.

Problem 1: Notifications don’t come at all

• 🔄 Reconnect the watch – remove the device in Mi Fitness and add again.
• 📱 Check the permissions on your phone (especially on Android 12)+, where separate permission for accurate notification is required).
• 🔋 Charging hours – at a battery level below 10%, some functions are turned off.
• 📲 Update the watch firmware and the Mi Fitness app.

Problem 2: Notifications are delayed

• 📶 Check the Bluetooth connection – if the signal is weak, notifications may get stuck".
• 🔄 Turn off the energy saving mode on the clock.
• 📱 Clear the cache of the Mi Fitness app in your phone settings.

Issue 3: Duplicate notifications

• 🔕 Turn off notifications in the messenger itself (for example, in Telegram, turn off "Show notifications on the lock screen").
• 🔄 Restart the clock – press the power button for 10 seconds.

Problem 4: Notifications from a specific application are not received

• 📱 Check the app settings on your phone – it may be blocked in the background.
• 🔄 Remove and re-add the app to the list of allowed in Mi Fitness.
• 📲 Update messenger – older versions may not support the transfer of notifications to the clock.

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If the problem persists after all the manipulations, try resetting the clock to factory settings. → System system → Resetting settings on the clock.

Additional functions: vibration, sounds, exceptions

In addition to basic settings, Xiaomi watches allow you to customize alerts to your needs.

1. Vibration adjustment

• 📟 In Mi Fitness, select the Device Profile → Notifications → Vibration.
• 🔊 Set up intensity (weak/strong) and patterns (short/long).
• 🔕 Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Watch) S3) You can set a unique vibration for different contacts.

2. Sound alerts

• 🔔 Available only on models with a speaker (Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, Watch) S1 Pro).
• 🎵 In the notification settings, select “Sound” and set the melody.
• 🔊 On Wear. OS You can upload your sounds through Google Assistant.

3.Do not disturb mode

• 🕒 Set up a schedule in Mi Fitness → Notifications → Don't disturb.
• 😴 You can turn on automatic notifications for sleep time (synchronized with sleep data).
• 🏃 Some models have a separate Sport mode that turns off alerts during training.

4. Exceptions for important contacts

• ⭐ In Zepp Life for Xiaomi Watch S3) You can add selected contacts, notifications from which will come even in the mode "Do not disturb".
• 📞 On Mi Band 8, this is done through Settings. → Notifications → Exceptions.

On models with Wear OS (For example, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro is available for additional functions:

• 📟 Quick answers – template messages right from the clock.
• 🔊 Loud communication – answering a call without a phone (if any) SIM-card).

FAQ: Frequent Questions About Notifications on Xiaomi Watches