Xiaomi Mi Band 4
Default bracelet interface in Chinese or English
Mi Fit
Mi Band 4
The Mi Band 4 feature is that Russian is supported out of the box, but it needs to be activated correctly. We'll look at two ways: through the official Mi Fit app and an alternative method using Notify & Fitness (for those who have problems with synchronization), and we'll also figure out how to set up notifications, alarms and additional functions to make the bracelet work at its maximum capacity.
⚠️ Important: All manipulations with the bracelet are carried out with a battery charge of at least 50%. If during the update or change of language the device discharges, this can lead to a failure of the firmware.
1. Preparation for setting up: what will be needed
Before you start translating the interface, make sure you have everything you need:
- 📱 Android smartphone (version 6.0 and higher). iOS process may be different.
- 🔋 Charged bracelet (minimum 50%) Connect it to charge if the indicator shows a low level.
- 📲 Mi Fit (official, from Google Play) - Notify & Fitness (for power users).
- 🌐 Stable Internet connection. Without it, you can't download firmware or synchronize data.
If you bought the bracelet from a Chinese store (for example, on AliExpress), there is a high probability that it is wearing Chinese firmware, in which case Russian may not be on the menu even after connecting to Mi Fit. The solution is to force the firmware update through the application (more on this in the next section).
⚠️ Attention: Some vendors install custom firmware with advertising on the bracelets. If after connecting you see non-standard icons or banners, it is better to reset to factory settings (Settings) → Reset on the bracelet itself).
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2. Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit application
The official Mi Fit app is the main tool for managing the bracelet. Download it from Google Play (free, no ads).
- Account registration: When you first start up, the app will prompt you to create a Xiaomi account or log in via Google/Facebook. Use the Chinese region (select China (+86) when you enter your phone number) - this guarantees access to all features.
- Connect the bracelet. Click Profile → Add the device → Mi Smart Band 4. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and wait for the app to find the bracelet.
- Update the firmware. Once you're connected, Mi Fit will suggest you update the software. You'll agree, it's critical for the Russian language to come along. It'll take 5-10 minutes.
If the update does not start automatically:
- Go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Device Settings → Firmware Update.
- Click Update Checker and wait for the download.
- Do not turn off Bluetooth or close the app until the process is complete.
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If the update is 0% down, reboot the bracelet (press the touch button for 10 seconds) and try again.
3 How to Include Russian on Mi Band 4
After a successful firmware update, Russian should appear in the bracelet settings.
- Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Device Settings → Language.
- Find Russian (or Russian) and select it.
- Confirm the change on the bracelet itself – click on the touch button when the request appears.
If the Russian language is not on the list:
- 🔄 Check the firmware version. It should be 1.0.9.54 or later.Outdated versions do not support Russian.
- 📱 Change your account region. Go to Profile → Settings → Region and choose Russia.
- 🔧 Drop the bracelet. Go to Settings. → Reset on the device itself, then reconnect.
What if the menu is left in Chinese after changing the language?
This means that the bracelet firmware has not been updated to the international version.Solution: untie the bracelet in Mi Fit (Profile) → Mi Smart Band 4 → Disable, then reconnect. The app will suggest you update the software.—> 4. Alternative way: Notify & Fitness app If Mi Fit refuses to update the firmware or the Russian language has not appeared, use the third-party application Notify & Fitness for Mi Band. It supports advanced settings and often solves localization problems. Download Notify & Fitness from Google Play (developer of Freeyourandroid). Open the app and provide all the permissions you request (access to notifications, contacts, location). Connect the bracelet: Menu → Connect device → Mi Band 4: Go to Device settings → Language and select Russian. ⚠️ Notify & Fitness may be in conflict with Mi Fit. Before using, disable synchronization in the official application (Profile) → Mi Smart Band 4 → Shut down). ☑️ Preparation for Notify & Fitness Disable Mi FitEnable BluetoothAllow notificationsEnable notificationsEnable bracelet to charge to 70%Completed: 0 / 4 5. Now that the bracelet is in Russian, it's time to set up notifications and other useful chips. How to turn on notifications: In Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Notifications: Activate Call Notifications and Notifications from Apps toggles. Select the apps you want to see on your bracelet (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail). Other useful settings: How to turn on Why you need an alarm → Mi Smart Band 4 → Alarm clocks → Vibration will wake you up without sound Sleep monitoring → Mi Smart Band 4 → Sleep monitoring → Auto Tracks sleep phases and gives recommendations Search phone On bracelet: Scroll down →"Find the phone Phone Phone will make a sound, even if the voiceless unlock the phone → Mi Smart Band 4 → The bracelet unlocks the smartphone without entering the password 6. Solutions to problems Even after successful settings can occur problems. Let's take a look at the most common: Problem 1: The bracelet does not sync with the phone. 🔄 Reboot both devices. 📱 Remove the bracelet from Mi Fit and reconnect. 🔧 In the phone settings, check if Bluetooth and geolocation are enabled (to find devices). Problem 2: The battery quickly goes down. ⚡ Turn off constant heart rate monitoring (Profile) → Mi Smart Band 4 → Monitoring of heart rate → Manually). 📵 Reduce the frequency of notifications (leave only important apps). 🔋 Calibrate the battery: discharge the bracelet to 0%, then charge to 100% without interruption. Problem 3: Vibration does not work. 🔊 Check if the "Do Not Disturb" mode on the bracelet is turned on (slip down to the bell icon). 🔧 In Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Settings of the device → Vibration and select Strong. 💡If the bracelet has stopped responding to touch, wipe its screen with a wet wipe - sometimes dirt or sweat blocks the sensor. 7. Reset Mi Band 4 to factory settings If all attempts to adjust the bracelet have failed, perform a complete reset. This will return the device to its original state and often solves problems with firmware or language. How to reset: On the bracelet itself, scroll down to Settings (cog icon). Find Reset (circle arrow icon) and confirm the selection. After rebooting, reconnect the bracelet to Mi Fit again. ⚠️ Warning: Reset will remove all data from the bracelet (steps, sleep history, alarm clocks) and synchronize the information with the app if possible. 💡The reset doesn't remove the firmware, it's just the user settings. If the problem was in the software, you'll have to update the bracelet again after the reset. FAQ: Frequent questions about setting up Mi Band 4: Can you set up Mi Band 4 without Mi Fit? Yes, using Notify & Fitness or Mi Band Master apps. They support all the features of the official software, plus give advanced settings (for example, custom dials). But you still need a Mi Fit to update the firmware, so why did the bracelet slow down after the firmware update? It's a temporary effect. Once the software is updated, the bracelet will re-index the data, which can cause the lags. 1–2 If the problem persists, reset the settings (Settings) → How to change the dial to Mi Band 4? In Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 4 → Dials. Choose your favorite and click Install. Use the Amazfit Watchfaces app to download custom dials. The bracelet does not show notifications from Viber/Telegram. Check the notification settings in the app itself (e.g. Telegram: Settings) → Notifications → Channels → Also in Mi Fit, make sure that these applications have the option to Show Content. 4 - Yes, but with limitations. The official Mi Fit app for iOS doesn’t support some features (like unlocking your phone), but the Mi Band & Scooter app from the App Store is a paid one.