Connecting Xiaomi Watches to Redmi Phone: Full Instruction with Expert Advice

Xiaomi smartwatches are not just accessories, but full-fledged assistants for health tracking, notification management, and even payment. But to unlock the full potential of the device, it needs to be connected correctly to your smartphone. If you have a Redmi phone (any model from the Note 8 Pro to the Redmi 13C), the synchronization process has its own nuances, from choosing the right app to setting up permissions in MIUI. In this article, we will examine all the steps from preparing devices to solving the typical problems that arise when you first connect.

It is important to understand that the connection algorithm depends on the model of the watch. For example, Mi Band 7 and Xiaomi Watch S3 use different applications (Mi Fitness and Xiaomi Wear, respectively), and new versions of MIUI 14/15 changed the settings of permissions for Bluetooth, we took into account all these points and collected current information for 2026, including bypassing restrictions for users from Russia, where official Xiaomi services may work unstable.

Xiaomi Watch and Redmi Phone Compatibility: What You Need to Know Before Connecting

Not all Xiaomi watches work equally well with Redmi phones.

• 📱 Version. MIUI: Stable work is required MIUI 12 or newer. 9A s MIUI 11 There may be problems with notifications.
• 🔄 Bluetooth version: Mi Band watch 6/7/8 require Bluetooth 5.0, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro — Bluetooth 5.2. Clarify your Redmi specifications in settings (About phone) → Full specifications).
• 🌍 Regional restrictions: In Russia, the official Mi Fitness app can block some features (e.g. Xiaomi Pay.

If your Redmi is released before 2019 (like Redmi 7 or Note 7), check Google Play Services support. Without them, Xiaomi apps won't properly sync data to the cloud. Update services through the Play Store → My apps.

2.What app you need to connect to: Mi Fitness vs Xiaomi Wear

Many users make a mistake by trying to connect the watch through an inappropriate app. Xiaomi uses two main services:

⚠️ Note: If you are not downloading the app from Google Play, turn off signature verification APK in Redmi settings (Settings) → Annexes → Special rights → Install unknown applications, but remember that this reduces security!

For users in Russia: If Mi Fitness doesn’t launch due to regional restrictions, try:

1. Install a VPN (e.g. ProtonVPN) and select a region in India or Singapore.
2. Use an alternative app Notify & Fitness (supports Mi Band without official software).
3. Create a new Mi Account with the country of China at registration.

3. Step-by-step instruction: how to connect the watch to Redmi via Bluetooth

Before starting, make sure that:

Download the official application (Mi Fitness or Xiaomi Wear)

Charge the clock to 50% or higher

Turn on Bluetooth on your phone

Remove old paired devices in Bluetooth settings

Turn off power saving mode for Bluetooth (Settings → Battery → Power saving mode)

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Now let's start synchronizing:

1. Activate the watch: Click on the Mi Band touch button or power button on Xiaomi Watch to turn on the device. QR-code or flashing indicator.
2. Launch the app: Open Mi Fitness or Xiaomi Wear and tap the + icon (add device).
3. Scanner. QR-Code: Point the phone camera at QR-If the code is not read, select manual search (I can't see it). QR-code → Mi Band 7).
4. Couple Confirmation: The clock and phone will have a 4-digit code. Compare it and confirm the connection.
5. Configure permissions: Allow the application to access: 📍 Geodane (to track jogging) 📱 Notifications (to see) SMS call) 🔋 Auto-start (so that the clock does not turn off in the background)

⚠️ Note: If the clock is permanently off after connecting, check the settings MIUI:

Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Mi Fitness → Battery and select “No Limits” to prevent the application from being automatically shut down by the system.

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If the watch is not searchable, reboot the phone’s Bluetooth module: turn off and turn on Bluetooth 2-3 times in a row or restart Redmi.

4. Notification setting and data synchronization

By default, Xiaomi watches show only basic notifications (calls, SMS).

1. Selection of applications: In Mi Fitness, go to Profile → Notifications → Notification Management and enable toggle for messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram), mail and social networks.
2. Notification filtering: To avoid spam, set up Ignore Notifications for unnecessary apps (such as games).
3. Sync with Google Fit: In the app settings, find Connect accounts → Google Fit and log in. This will allow you to export your workout data to Google Health.

⚠️ Note: If notifications are late, check your settings MIUI:

Open Settings → Notifications → Additional → Priority Notifications and add Mi Fitness to the list of priority apps.

5. Typical errors and their solutions

Even with the right connection, there can be failures. Let's take a look at the most common ones:

If none of the solutions worked, try resetting the clock to factory settings:

1. On the Mi Band: Press the touch button for 10 seconds until vibration appears.
2. On Xiaomi Watch: Go to Settings → System → Reset.

6 Additional Features: How to Unlock the Full Potential of a Watch

After successfully connecting, set up these useful options:

• 🏃 Auto Tracking Training: Include in Mi Fitness → Profile → Settings → Auto-detection. The watch will automatically record running, walking and cycling.
• 🌙 Sleep mode: Activate "Do Not Disturb" overnight to turn off notifications (clock settings) → Don't disturb).
• 🔒 Screen lock: Set up to unlock your phone in a clock (Mi Fitness) → Unlocking the phone only works on the MIUI 12+.
• 📊 On-screen widgets: Add weather, calendar or pulse to the watch’s home screen via Xiaomi Wear → Watch screen.

For advanced users: If you want to use a watch with third-party apps (like Sleep as Android for sleep or Strava for exercise), install Notify & Fitness for Mi Band from Google Play.

• Custom notifications (for example, only for specific contacts)
• Export data to Apple Health or S Health.
• Change the dials without restrictions (in the official appendix, many dials are blocked by region).

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For maximum autonomy, turn off continuous heart rate monitoring and auto-detection of workouts – this reduces battery power by 30-40%.

7. How to update the firmware of the watch through the Redmi phone

Regular firmware updates add new features and fix bugs to update the clock:

1. Open Mi Fitness or Xiaomi Wear.
2. Go to Profile → My devices → [Name of your watch].
3. Tap on Software Update (if the item is missing, the firmware is already relevant).
4. Confirm the download and wait until it is completed (don’t turn off Bluetooth!).

⚠️ Attention:

If the update is interrupted, the watch may stop turning on. To avoid this, make sure: Charge of the watch > 50%. The phone is connected to charging or has > 30% battery. Bluetooth does not turn off during the process (turn off the power saving mode).

For manual firmware installation (if automatic update does not work):

1. Download the latest firmware version for your model from the official website.
2. Place the.bin file in the Download folder on your phone.
3. In the Mi Fitness app, select Manual Update and specify the path to the file.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi watches to Redmi