How to connect Xiaomi Mi Band 4 to a smartphone: instructions with photos and tips

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular gadgets for monitoring activity even years after its release. Its simplicity, reliability and rich functionality (from pedometer to call notifications) attract users. However, beginners often have difficulties with the first connection - especially if it is a question of changing a smartphone or recovering from a reset. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to sync the Mi Band 4 with a phone, including nuances for Android and iOS, and also solve typical problems like connection errors or lack of notifications.

It's important to understand that the connection process depends on the firmware version of the bracelet and the phone's operating system. For example, older Mi Band 4 models (released before 2021) may require Mi Fit, whereas new batches work better with Zepp Life. We'll look at both options, and we'll give you recommendations for software updates and power optimization after synchronization. If you've already tried to connect but the bracelet doesn't see the phone, or vice versa, there's a section at the end of this article that diagnoses malfunctions.

Preparation for connection: what will be needed

Before you start syncing, make sure you have everything you need. Here's the minimum set:

• 📱 Smartphone on Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+ (Zepp Life requires iOS 12.0+).
• 🔋 Charged Mi Band 4 (battery level not lower than 20%).
• 📲 Mi Fit (for older versions of the bracelet) or Zepp Life (recommended for new firmware).
• 🔄 Bluetooth 4.0 enabled+ phone-on.

Mi Fit has officially stopped supporting Mi Band. 4 into 2023 It's more stable than the year, but some features (like setting alarm clocks) are more stable. Zepp Life, in turn, offers a more modern interface and better sync with Google. Fit/Apple Health.If you're not sure which app to use, check the bracelet firmware version:

Also, prepare the details for Xiaomi account registration (if not already available), this can be a mail, phone number or account. Google/Apple ID. Without linking to the account, some functions (for example, training history) will not be available.

Installation and configuration of the application

Choosing an app is a key step. Let's look at both options in detail.

Option 1: Connect via Mi Fit (for old firmware)

If your Mi Band 4 is released before 2022 or has firmware below 1.0.9.54, use Mi Fit:

1. Download Mi Fit from Google Play or App Store.
2. Launch the app and sign up (or sign in to an existing Xiaomi account).
3. Press «+» → «Bracelet» → Choose the Mi Smart Band 4.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen, confirming the pairing on the phone and bracelet (it will show vibration and request connection).

After successful synchronization, the app will prompt you to update the firmware. If the bracelet version is below 1.0.9.54, the update is mandatory - otherwise some functions (for example, sleep monitoring) will not work correctly.

Option 2: Connect via Zepp Life (recommended)

Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit) is a more modern application with improved analytics.

1. Install Zepp Life from Google Play or App Store.
2. Create an account or log in through Xiaomi/Google/Apple.
3. Click "Add device» → «Bracelet» → Mi Band 4.
4. Allow access to notifications, geolocation and contacts (this is necessary for the correct operation of calls and contacts). SMS).

Zepp Life has additional settings, such as automatic activity recognition or personal step goals, but requires a premium subscription (from 299+) to activate them. ₽/month).

Step-by-step instructions for pairing the bracelet with the phone

Now, to the process of connection, follow the instructions carefully, because errors at this point can cause the bracelet to malfunction.

Step 1: Activate Bluetooth and Permissions

Before starting, make sure that:

• 🔵 Bluetooth enabled on your phone (in settings or through the notification panel).
• 📱 The phone allows access to geolocation (necessary for accurate tracking of activity).
• 🔔 Notifications for the application are enabled (Settings) → Annexes → Zepp Life/Mi Fit → Notifications).

On Android, you may also need to disable battery optimization for the app, otherwise sync will be interrupted.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Zepp Life → Battery.
2. Select “No restrictions” or “Allow work in the background”.

Step 2: Find and connect the bracelet

Algorithm of action:

Open the application (Zepp) Life/Mi Fit)|Click "Add device" or «+»|Choose the Mi Band. 4 list|Confirm pairing on your phone and bracelet (click on the touch button of the bracelet)|Wait for the synchronization to be completed (may take until the end of the synchronization). 2 minute)-->

If the bracelet is not present, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Mi Band 4 (press the touch button for 10 seconds until vibrations appear).
• 📱 Restart Bluetooth on your phone.
• 🔌 Connect the bracelet to charge for 5 minutes (sometimes a discharged battery blocks the search).

Step 3: Set up the basic parameters

After successful connection, the application will offer to configure:

• ⏰ Alarms (up to 10 pieces, with a choice of days of the week).
• 🏃 Step goals (recommended value of 8,000–10,000 per day).
• 🔔 Notifications (calls, SMS, messengers).
• 🌙 Sleep monitoring (automatic or manual mode).

Notice the Display section. You can see here:

• 🔄 Change the order of screens (e.g., put weather first).
• ⏱️ Set up the lighting time (from 5 to 30 seconds).
• 🎨 Install a dial from the gallery (in Zepp Life there are more than 50 of them).

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If the bracelet does not vibrate when notified after connection, check the settings in the application: “Device profile” → Notifications → Vibration. Sometimes resetting the bracelet helps (hold the 10 second button).

Update of the firmware Mi Band 4

Regular firmware updates fix bugs, add new features and improve stability, such as 1.0.9.54, which introduced support for music control gestures, and 1.0.11.14 for battery optimization.

How to check and update the firmware

Instructions for Mi Fit:

1. Open the app and go to the bracelet profile.
2. Tap on "About the device» → «Firmware update».
3. If a new version is available, click “Update” and wait until it is completed (the bracelet will reboot automatically).

Zepp Life is a different way.

1. Go to "Profile» → «Mi Band 4» → «Settings of the device».
2. Select “Firmware Update” and follow the instructions.

The update process takes 5-15 minutes. Don't interrupt the connection or turn off Bluetooth!

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (hold the button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Restart the application and try again.

Table of firmware versions and their features

Solving Connection Problems

Even with the right actions, sometimes mistakes occur, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

The bracelet is not in search.

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Battery discharge: connect the bracelet to charging for 15-20 minutes, then try again.
• 📱 Bluetooth conflict: Disable other devices (earphones, speakers) and restart Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Bracelet failure: Reset it to factory settings (hold the 10 seconds button until vibrations occur).
• 🛡️ Antivirus/VPN: temporarily disable them – they may block the connection.

Synchronization is interrupted or data is not updated

If the bracelet is connected, but the data (steps, pulse) is not synchronized:

• 📶 Check the Internet connection on your phone (synchronization requires access to Xiaomi servers).
• 🔄 In the app, click "Sync" manually (icon) ⚙️ bracelet).
• 📱 Make sure that the application is allowed background mode (see step 1.1).
• 🔋 Reboot the bracelet and phone.

Notifications don't come on the bracelet.

The problem is relevant for Android owners.

1. Open your phone settings → Annexes → Zepp Life/Mi Fit → Notifications.
2. Turn on all switches (especially “Show notifications”).
3. In the application itself, go to the “Bracelet Profile” → Notifications and select the right messengers.
4. For WhatsApp/Telegram Additional permission may be required in the settings of these applications.

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If the notifications work only for calls, but not for SMS/The problem with messengers is the power saving settings of Android. Add Zepp Life to the list of "Battery Optimization Exceptions».

The bracelet is constantly off.

Frequent breaks of the connection are usually associated with:

• 📱 Power saving Android: Turn off optimization for the app (see above).
• 🔋 Weak Bluetooth signal: Keep your phone and bracelet no more than 10 meters away.
• 🔄 Conflict with other devices: Disable other Bluetooth-enabled gadgets (e.g. wireless headphones).

⚠️ Note: If the bracelet is turned off during exercise, check Google’s settings Fit/Apple Sometimes their synchronization conflicts with the work of the Mi Band. 4. Try disabling integration in the application settings.

Additional settings and advice

Once connected successfully, you can optimize your wristband to suit your needs, and here are some useful features that many people don't know about:

Customization of gestures

Mi Band 4 supports gestures for music control and call rejection:

• 🎵 Pause/playback: Twice tap the touch button.
• 🔀 Next track: Swipe right.
• 📞 Reject the call: Hold the button for 3 seconds.

To activate the gestures:

1. In the app, go to the “Bracelet Profile” → Settings of the device → Gestures».
2. Turn on the options.

Savings in battery charge

The standard Mi Band 4 (135 mAh) battery lasts 15-20 days, but with active use, the time can be shortened.

• ⏱️ Reduce screen lighting time to 5 seconds.
• 🔔 Disable notifications from unnecessary applications.
• 🌙 Use manual sleep monitoring mode (instead of automatic sleep monitoring).
• 📊 Turn off continuous pulse measurement (only during exercise).

If the bracelet began to discharge in 2-3 days, it may be necessary to replace the battery (average life is 2-3 years).

Resetting the bracelet to factory settings

If the Mi Band 4 is starting to glitches (not synchronized, not responding to touch), reset will help.

1. Open the app and go to the bracelet profile.
2. Select “Untie the Device” (in Zepp Life it is “Delete the Device”).
3. Confirm the action and wait for the vibration of the bracelet.
4. Reconnect the bracelet as a new device.

⚠️ Note: Reset deletes all data from the bracelet (steps, training), but it will be saved in the Xiaomi account if you were synchronized!

FAQ: Frequent questions about Mi Band 4