Connecting Galaxy Watch 4 to Xiaomi: A Complete Guide to Typical Errors

Synchronizing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 with a Xiaomi phone is a task that seems simple at first glance, but in practice often raises questions among users. OS from Google to watches and MIUI And that difference creates nuances that aren't obvious when you first connect.

Unlike the Galaxy Watch couple. + Samsung-telephone, where everything works out of the box, owners of Xiaomi (including the Redmi Note 12 models, POCO X5 Or Mi 13) you have to do extra steps, like installing Google Play Services manually or setting permissions for the background of the app. In this article, we will discuss not only basic connectivity, but also unique solutions for Xiaomi that are not mentioned in the official instructions of Samsung.

It’s important to understand that even if your Galaxy Watch 4 has successfully connected to your phone, some features (such as Samsung Pay or Bixby) may not be available.

Preparing Xiaomi Phone for Connection

Before you start syncing, you need to make sure that your Xiaomi smartphone meets the minimum requirements. First, check the Android version: Galaxy Watch 4 requires Android 8.0 or later. Most modern devices (for example, Xiaomi) 12T or Redmi K50) They do not comply with this condition, but owners of older models (such as Redmi 5 Plus) may need to update the firmware.

Second, be sure to install or update the following components:

• 📱 Google Play Services (version no lower than 22.18)
• 🔄 Wear OS by Google (Clock Management App)
• 🛡️ Samsung Galaxy Wearable (official software from Samsung)

Pay special attention to the MIUI settings:

1. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Wear OS.
2. Activate permissions: Autostart, Background Activity, Notifications Display.
3. In the Battery and Productivity section → Background restriction add Wear OS Galaxy Wearable on the list of exceptions.

⚠️ Note: If Google Mobile Services is disabled on your Xiaomi (GMS) (For example, on Chinese firmware, you can't connect the Galaxy Watch 4, and you'll need a firmware with a global version. MIUI.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting

When preparation is complete, start synchronizing. Follow the instructions strictly in order to avoid typical errors (for example, hanging in the search phase of the watch or failure when installing updates).

Algorithm of action:

1. Turn on the clock and select the language (we recommend English (USA) to minimize bugs).
2. On your phone, open the Galaxy Wearable app and tap Start.
3. Select the Galaxy Watch 4 from the list of supported devices.
4. Confirm the pairing on the watch and phone (code must match).
5. Wait for the installation of Wear updates to be completed OS (It can take up to 30 minutes).

If the process is stalled during the update stage, follow the following steps:

• 🔌 Reset the clock by holding the button home + Top button 10 seconds.
• 📶 Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi (no updates are downloaded via mobile internet).
• 🔄 In the Galaxy Wearable app, go to Settings → About the programme → Check for updates and start the process manually.

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After successful connection, we recommend you to immediately configure the main parameters:

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If the watch does not display notifications from the MIUI-Apps (such as Mi Fit or Mi Home), install a third-party app Notify for Wear OS Google Play allows you to redirect any notifications to the clock, even those that the system blocks.

Solving compatibility issues with Xiaomi and Galaxy Watch 4

Even after a successful connection, Xiaomi users may face typical features-related issues. MIUI. Let’s look at the most common scenarios and their solutions.

1.The clock shuts down after a few minutes

Reason: MIUI It aggressively optimizes background processes by closing the connection to the clock:

• 🛠️ Go to Settings. → Battery → Power saving mode and turn it off.
• 🔧 B Settings → Annexes → Application management → Wear OS Turn off Background Restriction.
• 🔄 Add Galaxy Wearable to the list of Secure Apps (Security section).

2. Notifications from system applications are not working

V MIUI By default, notifications from system services (such as alarm clock or calendar) are blocked to correct:

1. Open Settings → Notifications → Additional.
2. Find Wear. OS Enable permission to read notifications.
3. In the Galaxy Wearable app, go to Notifications → Additionally and manually add the required applications.

3.The clock does not determine the location (for training)

Galaxy Watch 4 is used for the GPS If the route tracking is not working, it's a charge saving phone:

• 📍 Enable High Accuracy in Phone Location Settings (Settings) → Location → Regime).
• 🔄 In the Google Maps app on your phone, turn on Location History.
• 🔧 On the clock, go to Settings. → Connections → Location and select the phone + clockwork.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware (for example, MIUI 14 for the region CN) Google Mobile Services may not be supported, in which case, the Galaxy Watch 4 cannot be connected without changing the firmware to the global version (MIUI Global or EEA).

Set up fitness functions and health

One of the key advantages of the Galaxy Watch 4 is the advanced health monitoring capabilities: ECG measurement, sleep analysis, tracking. SO₂ (But on Xiaomi, some of these functions may be limited. Let's look at how to activate them.

1. ECG measurement

ECG is only officially supported in some countries (USA, South Korea, EU countries) to unlock it on Xiaomi:

• 🌍 Install. VPN with a location in Germany or South Korea.
• 📱 Update the Samsung Health Monitor app via the Galaxy Store (not Google Play!).
• 🔧 On the clock go to Samsung Health → ECG and follow the calibration instructions.

2. Monitoring sleep and stress

For accurate sleep analysis:

• 😴 Wear for at least 4 hours in a row while sleeping.
• 📊 In the Samsung Health app on your phone, turn on Automatic Sleep Detection.
• 🔄 Sync your data with Google Fit if you use other fitness apps (e.g. Mi Fitness).

3. synchronization with Mi Fitness

If you are using the Xiaomi ecosystem (e.g., the Mi Body Composition Scale 2), data from the Galaxy Watch 4 can be exported to Mi Fitness via Google Fit:

1. In Samsung Health, go to Settings → Connected services and connect Google Fit.
2. In Mi Fitness, open a profile → Settings → Accounts → Google Fit and log in.
3. Select data types for synchronization (steps, pulse, sleep).

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For maximum accuracy, upgrade the watch firmware to the latest version through the Galaxy Wearable app. Samsung's new algorithms improve ECG and sleep analysis on the watch. 20-30%.

Optimizing autonomy on Xiaomi

Galaxy Watch 4 are not known for the highest autonomy - with active use, the battery sits behind the 1-1.5 On Xiaomi, this can be even worse because of background processes. MIUI. We have collected proven ways to extend the work time:

1. Screen settings

• 🖥️ Set the screen to turn off for 15 seconds (Settings) → Display).
• 🌑 Use a Dark Theme (saves up to 15% of charge on the Earth) AMOLED-screen).
• 🔄 Turn off the screen always on or set the mode only when the wrist is raised.

2. Connection management

• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi on your watch if you don’t use apps (like Spotify).
• 📴 Turn on the clock at night (unless you need sleep monitoring).
• 🔌 Turn off the N.FC, If you don’t use Samsung Pay.

Background processes

• 🛠️ In the Galaxy Wearable app, go to Settings → General. → Optimize the battery and disable Automatic Optimization.
• 🔧 Limit the background work of unnecessary apps (like Bixby or Samsung Free).

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If autonomy is critical, install a third-party Battery Watch Face app from the Galaxy Store that displays the charge level directly on the dial and helps track the flow in real time.

Installation of third-party dials and applications

One of the Wear's pros OS — The Galaxy Watch 4 can be customized to include faces and apps not only from the Galaxy Store, but also from Google Play. However, on Xiaomi, this process can be difficult due to limitations. MIUI.

Installation of dials

Samsung's standard dials get boring quickly. To set third-party:

1. Download the dial file (.wpk) from sites like Facer or WatchMaker.
2. Transfer the file to the Internal Storage folder → WatchFaces on the phone.
3. On the clock, open Galaxy Wearable, select Dials → My dials. → Add.

2. Popular Wear Apps OS

• 🎵 Spotify – Listening to music without a phone (requires a premium account).
• 🏃 Strava - Advanced Tracking Training.
• 💬 Telegram – notifications and quick answers.
• 🌦️ Weather Underground – Detailed weather forecast.

Solving the installation problem

If Google Play apps are not installed on the clock:

• 🔄 Restart your phone and watch.
• 📱 Delete the Google Play Services cache on your phone (Settings) → Annexes → Google Play Services → Memory. → Clear the cache).
• 🔧 Enable Developer Mode on the clock (7 times tap on Assembly Number in Settings) → About the program) and activate the debugging ADB.

⚠️ Note: Some third-party dials may contain ads or collect data. Install files only from trusted sources (e.g., the official Galaxy Store or Facer).

Alternative ways to connect (without Google)

If your Xiaomi is running on firmware without Google Mobile Services (e.g., Google Mobile Services, MIUI CN), The standard Galaxy Watch 4 connection is not possible, but there are workarounds that will allow you to use the watch in base mode.

Connection via Bluetooth (limited functionality)

The watch can be used as a regular Bluetooth gadget for notifications and calls:

1. On the clock, go to Settings. → Connections → Bluetooth and turn on visibility.
2. On the phone in Settings → Bluetooth Find the Galaxy Watch 4 and pair.
3. Install the Notify for Wear app OS notice-handle.

Limitations of this method:

• ❌ No synchronization of health data.
• ❌ Samsung’s proprietary features do not work (ECG, Samsung Pay).
• ❌ No firmware updates.

2. Use of third-party launchers

Apps like Wear Installer or Bugjaeger let you install.apk files on your watch, bypassing Google Play:

1. Download the.apk app you want (such as Samsung Health).
2. Connect the clock to the phone through ADB:

adb connect [IP- watch address]:5555

1. Install the application with the command:

adb install name file.apk

3. firmware watches on custom version of Wear OS

For advanced users, there is an option to install alternative firmware (for example, Wear). OS Mod, which removes the binding to Google Mobile Services:

• 🔧 Requires unlocking the clock loader (OEM Unlock).
• ⚠️ Deprives you of security.
• 🔄 It can lead to unstable work.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Galaxy Watch 4 Xiaomi