How to connect Xiaomi bracelet to smartphone: instructions for all models of Mi Band

Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets remain among the most popular wearables thanks to a combination of functionality, sensor accuracy and affordable price. How to pair the bracelet with your phone, what apps you need, and what to do if the device is not identified. This article covers all the steps from preparing the smartphone to fine-tuning notifications, taking into account the features of different versions of the Mi Band (from the different versions of the Mi Band). 3-before 8-i) and operating systems (Android/iOS).

We're going to look at not only basic Bluetooth connectivity, but also solutions to common problems: why the bracelet isn't visible on the device list, how to update the firmware without crashing, and what to do if the data isn't synchronized after pairing, SMS, Messengers and battery optimization, if you've just unpacked a box with a Mi Band or encountered a connection error, you'll find clear instructions with illustrations and explanations.

What Xiaomi bracelets support connection to the smartphone

All modern models of Xiaomi fitness bracelets are compatible with Android 5.0 smartphones+ iOS 10.0+, But there's some functionality, and here's a comparison table of the capabilities of the different versions of the Mi Band:

Important: Mi Band bracelets 1/2 are outdated and not officially supported by the latest Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit) applications, which may require the installation of an older version of the software via the APK.

Modern models (Mi Band 6 and later) require a firmware update on the first connection, which takes 5-10 minutes and occurs automatically through the application.

Preparing a smartphone before connecting

Before pairing the bracelet, make sure your smartphone meets the minimum requirements:

• 📱 Operating system: Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+. On older versions, the Mi Fitness app may not be installed.
• 📶 Bluetooth: version 4.0 LE Check the phone settings (Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth).
• 🔋 Battery charge: the bracelet must have at least 20% charge.
• 📲 Free space: Mi Fitness app weighs ~100MB, plus you’ll need space for a data cache.

For Android devices, additionally:

• 🔒 Allow installation from unknown sources if you download APK from the official Xiaomi website (relevant for regions where the application is blocked in Google Play).
• 📡 Enable geolocation (needed for proper pedometer operation and GPS-phone-tracking).

⚠️ Note: On smartphones Huawei with EMUI 10+ Mi Fitness background activity may be blocked. To avoid synchronization problems, add the app to the Protected list (Settings) → Annexes → Launch → Mi Fitness → Allow auto-start).

For the iPhone:

• 🍎 Make sure that in the settings → Confidentiality → Geolocation services for Mi Fitness set to "Always".
• 🔄 Turn off Low Power Mode (it may interrupt the connection to the bracelet).

Check the version of the OS and Bluetooth

Charge the bracelet to 20%+

Install the Mi Fitness app

Include geolocation and background activity

Disable Power Saving Mode (for iOS)

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Installation and configuration of the Mi Fitness application

The official Xiaomi bracelet management app is Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit).

• 🤖 Android: Google Play or Mi App Store.
• 🍎 iOS: App Store.

After installation:

1. Start the application and select the language (Russian is available for all regions).
2. Click Profile (the human icon in the lower right corner) → Add Device.
3. In the list, select your bracelet model (e.g. Mi Smart Band 7).
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: the app will prompt you to enable Bluetooth and geolocation.

If the app does not find the bracelet:

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (press the touch button 10 seconds before vibration).
• 📱 Restart Bluetooth on your phone.
• 🔌 Make sure the bracelet is charged (at a rate below 10%, it does not appear in the list of devices).

⚠️ Attention: On Android 12+ You may need to manually allow Mi Fitness to access the exact location (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Permits → Location → Without it, the pedometer will not work properly.

After successful connection, the application will offer:

• Update the firmware of the bracelet (be sure to agree - this will fix bugs and add new features).
• Set up the main parameters: gender, age, weight (need for accurate calorie calculation).
• Select the dial (available) ~100 options, part paid).

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If you have a Mi Band. 6/7/8, In bracelet settings, enable the option “Raise your hand to activate the screen” – this will save battery power, since the display will only turn on when necessary.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the bracelet

Consider the process using the example of Mi Band 7 (for other models, the steps are similar, only the names of menu items may differ).

Step 1 Activation of the bracelet

• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 100% (use the original cable – unoriginal can damage the contacts).
• 📱 Install and open Mi Fitness, create a Xiaomi account (or sign in via the phone). Google/Facebook).
• 🔄 Click Add Device and select Mi Smart Band 7.

Step 2: Bluetooth interface

• 🔍 The app will start searching for devices, make sure the bracelet is near the phone (up to 1 meter away).
• 📲 On the screen of the bracelet will appear 6-digit code – confirm it in the application.
• ✅ After successful pairing, the bracelet vibrates, and its status will appear in Mi Fitness ("Connected").

Step 3: Set up notifications

To have the bracelet show incoming calls and messages:

1. In Mi Fitness, go to "Device Profile" → "Notifications".
2. Turn on the "Call Notifications" and "Notifications from Applications" switch.
3. Select the apps you want to see on your bracelet (e.g. WhatsApp, Telegram, VK).
4. On Android, allow Mi Fitness to access notifications (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Notifications → Permission).

Step 4: Synchronization of data

For automatic synchronization:

• 🔄 Enable "Autosync" in the bracelet settings.
• 📊 Set the synchronization interval (every hour is recommended to save battery).
• 🔋 Turn off "charge savings" in bracelet settings if data is not updated.

Configuring additional functions

After the basic connection, you can activate the extended capabilities of the bracelet:

1. Monitoring sleep and stress

• 😴 Turn on the “Smart alarm clock” in the bracelet settings – it will wake you up in the phase of light sleep.
• 📉 Activate Stress Monitoring (available on Mi Band) 6/7/8). The bracelet will warn of increased stress levels by vibration.

2. Music management

On Mi Band 5 and later, you can control the player on your phone:

• 🎵 Enable "Music Management" in bracelet settings.
• 🔄 Swipe the tracks on the bracelet screen, adjust the volume through the application.

3. Contactless payments (NFC)

For the Mi Band. 4/5/6/7 NFC-version:

• 💳 Link your bank card to the Mi Pay app (support required) NFC phone-on).
• 🔒 Set up. PIN-payment code in bracelet settings.
• ⚠️ Note: in Russia, the function may be limited due to sanctions (check your bank’s support).

Training and sports

The bracelet automatically recognizes 6 types of activity (walking, running, cycling, etc.), but you can add manual modes:

• 🏃 In the app, select "Training" → "Add the sport".
• 📊 Set goals by steps, calories, or time.
• 🗺️ For accurate route tracking, turn on "Use" GPS phone".

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On the Mi Band. 7/8 Voice Assistant is available – double-clicking the touch button activates Alice (for Android) or Siri (for iOS).

Solving common problems

1.The bracelet is not on the device list.

• 🔋 Check the bracelet charge (at a level below 10% it is not visible for pairing).
• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (Settings) → Connections → Bluetooth → Off./On.).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in the phone settings and reconnect.

2. Data is not synchronized

• 📶 Make sure your phone is on mobile internet or Wi-Fi (data synced via Xiaomi cloud).
• 🔄 In Mi Fitness, go to "Device Profile" → "Synchronize".
• 🔋 Turn off "charge savings" in bracelet settings.

3.The bracelet discharges quickly

• 🌙 Reduce the brightness of the screen in the bracelet settings.
• 🔔 Disable unnecessary notifications (e.g. from social media).
• 📊 Set the synchronization interval "Once in 2 hours" instead of "Continuously".
• 🔄 Update the bracelet firmware (in new versions optimized battery consumption).

4. Notifications are not working.

• 📱 On Android, check that Mi Fitness is not optimized by the system (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Battery → No restrictions).
• 🔔 In the bracelet settings, turn on "Show the contents of notifications".
• 🔄 Reconnect the bracelet to the phone.

5. Firmware update error

• 📶 Connect your phone to Wi-Fi (mobile internet updates may be interrupted).
• 🔋 Make sure the bracelet is 50 times charged%+.
• 📱 Close all background apps on your phone.
• 🔄 If the update is hanging, restart the bracelet (press the button for 10 seconds).

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet has stopped responding to touch after updating the firmware, reset to factory settings (press the touch button for 20 seconds) this will return the functionality, but delete all local data (steps, sleep in the last 7 days).

Operation and care tips

1. How to extend the life of the battery

• 🌙 Use dark dials (on the AMOLED-They use less energy on the screen).
• 🔔 Turn off vibration for unnecessary notifications.
• 📊 Synchronize data manually (disable autosynchronization).
• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 80-90% (full charge/discharge reduces battery life).

2. How to clean a bracelet

• 💦 Remove the capsule from the strap and wipe it with a wet napkin (without alcohol!).
• 🧼 Use a soap solution to clean the strap (do not use abrasives).
• 🚫 Do not immerse the bracelet in water for a long time (even if it has 5 protections). ATM).

3. How to avoid losing a bracelet

• 🔔 Turn on “Device Search” in Mi Fitness – the bracelet will vibrate when you press a button in the application.
• 📍 Link the bracelet to your Xiaomi account to help track it through Find Device (if it’s in Bluetooth range).

4. Optimal settings for data accuracy

• 🏃 For accurate steps count, wear a bracelet on a non-dominant hand (left for right-handed, right for left-handed).
• 💤 To monitor sleep, wear a bracelet 30 minutes before going to bed.
• 📊 Calibrate the pedometer every 2 weeks (bracelet settings) → Calibration of steps).

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If you're swimming, put the Pool mode on your bracelet before you work out, which will turn off the touch screen (to avoid false touches) and activate the stroke length meter.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Mi Band