Wearable electronics owners often face the need to temporarily or completely shut down the device. The Mi Band and Xiaomi Smart Band fitness trackers are designed to operate 24/7, but situations vary, whether it’s a long trip when the gadget is just lying in the drawer, or the need to save battery power before an important event.
Unlike smartphones, where the switch-off button is obvious, trackers have minimalist interfaces. Many users spend hours looking for the "off" item on the menu, unaware that the logic of the device is different. Complete hardware shutdown is only possible on models starting with the Mi Band 4, older versions do not have a software shutdown function. Understanding this technical feature will save you from unnecessary manipulation.
In this article, we will discuss in detail the algorithms of actions for different versions of the bracelets, we will look at the standard methods, features of working with the Mi Fitness application (formerly Zepp Life), as well as physical discharge for older models.
Why the bracelet is not turned off through the menu
The main reason for the confusion lies in the philosophy of using wearables. Xiaomi engineers assumed that the tracker should always be ready to go. So in the first three generations of the Mi Band, the off button is simply absent from the firmware code. The device goes to sleep if it does not move, but does not turn off completely.
The fourth version changed that, with the introduction of a color screen and a more sophisticated operating system, which allowed for full power management, but even in newer models, this item is often hidden in the back of the menu so that the user does not accidentally activate it during training.
If you own the first, second or third version of the bracelet, don't look for the Power Off button. It's not there. The only way to stop it is to wait for the battery to run out completely or mechanically disrupt battery contact, which is not recommended without experience.
Instructions for Mi Band 4, 5, 6 models
For colored devices AMOLED-It's standardized. You don't need any additional tools or a smartphone. All the actions are done directly on the tracker screen.
To find the desired function, you need to scroll through the menu to the end. The interface may differ depending on the firmware version, but the logic remains the same. First activate the screen by touching or lifting your wrist, then swipe to find the settings section.
- 🔍 Swipe your finger left or right to find the gear icon Settings.
- ⚙️ Inside the menu, scroll down to System or Additional.
- 🛑 Click on the Off option and confirm the action if required.
Once confirmed, the screen will go out and the device will go into a deep sleep state, which requires connecting the bracelet to the charger or pressing the touch button (if the model allows).
☑️ Shutdown algorithm
Features of turning off Mi Band 7, 8 and Pro versions
In more modern models such as the Mi Band 7 and 8, as well as the Pro and Active versions, the menu has become more branched out, manufacturers sometimes hide the off function in the submenu to avoid accidental clicks, and in some firmware for the global market, this option can be temporarily hidden or renamed.
If the standard path doesn't work, try looking for a item in the System section. In some cases, accessing a shutdown requires unlocking the screen if password protection is installed. This is an additional security measure to prevent unauthorized disconnection of the device by unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized unauthorized users.
⚠️ Warning: Once turned off, the bracelet will stop synchronizing data. All the steps and pulse accumulated during sleep will be lost if you do not have time to sync before turning off.
It's also worth noting that on some global firmware versions, the shutdown point may be called "Reboot" or be combined with it, in which case the device may try to turn on again, and if it does, it's easier to leave the bracelet to discharge.
What to do if the switch off item disappeared after the update?
Disconnection via Mi Fitness and Zepp Life
Many users try to find the off button in a mobile app, a common misconception: Zepp Life and Mi Fitness are used to set up and collect statistics, but they don't directly control the power cycle of the tracker, but they can be used to uncoup the device.
The undock is a software-based deactivation of the bracelet from the phone, and in this mode, the tracker keeps working, but stops transmitting notifications and synchronizing data in real time, and it's useful if you want the bracelet to just count the steps locally without disturbing you with vibration.
To decouple, perform the following actions:
- 📱 Open the application and go to the device profile.
- 📉 Scroll down to the Untie or Remove Device button.
- ✅ Confirm action. The bracelet will reset the Bluetooth pairing settings.
It is important to understand the difference: the junction does not turn off the screen and sensors. The bracelet continues to consume energy. Complete shutdown is possible only through the menu of the tracker itself (if the model supports) or by discharging.
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The app controls synchronization, but not power. You can turn off the gadget only through its own menu or by draining the battery.
Comparison of methods of disabling different models
To organize the information, we have prepared a table that will help you quickly determine the capabilities of your model. The differences in the generations of Xiaomi Smart Band are significant, and knowing the features of your device will save time.
| Model of the device | Screen type | Availability of the switch-off menu | Stopping method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Band 1, 2, 3 | Monochrome OLED | Absent. | Complete discharge. |
| Mi Band 4 | Colored AMOLED | Got it (on the menu) | Through settings |
| Mi Band 5, 6 | AMOLED | Got it (on the menu) | Through settings |
| Mi Band 7, 8, 9 | AMOLED | Got it (in the system) | Through settings |
As you can see from the table, the fourth model became the watershed, and all the devices that came before it, technically, can't be turned off by software, and that's a design feature, not a defect.
For older models, if the bracelet needs to be removed for storage, it is better to leave it with a charged battery (about 50-60%) and periodically recharge once every six months so that the battery does not degrade, even if the device is not formally turned off.
Disconnection problems and their solution
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the bracelet "hangs" and does not respond to the commands to turn off, the screen is on, but the sensor is not working, or the switch-off menu is not available, in such cases, the forced reset or reset helps.
If the device doesn't turn off, try plugging it into a charger, and often the current connection wakes the system up, and then the menu becomes responsive, and if the problem is a software failure, a factory reset will help.
For reset via menu:
- 🔄 Find Reset or Factory Reset in the settings.
- ⚠️ Confirm the action. All data on the bracelet will be deleted.
- 🔌 The device will reboot to its original state.
⚠️ Warning: Resetting will delete any unsaved training data. Be sure to sync the bracelet to your phone before performing this operation.
If the bracelet does not respond to any action, including connecting to charge, there may have been a deep discharge or hardware malfunction of the power controller, in which case leave the device on charge for 30-60 minutes.
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If the Mi Band 1-3 bracelet needs to be turned off urgently and it is pathetic to discharge, you can carefully bend the back cover (if the design allows) or put the device in a place with an extremely low temperature for a short time to slow down the chemical processes, but this is an extreme measure.