Transferring Xiaomi Watches to Another Phone: Full Instructions for Problem Solutions

Switching to a new smartphone is always an exciting process, especially if you are actively using Xiaomi smartwatches. Many users are faced with the problem of how to properly untie the Mi Band, Amazfit or Xiaomi Watch from the old phone and connect to the new one without losing data about training, sleep and notifications. In this article, we will analyze all the nuances of the process, from preparing devices to solving typical synchronization errors.

It is important to understand that the procedure differs depending on the watch model and firmware version. S3 We will look at the universal steps that will suit most of the Xiaomi ecosystem devices, and also point out the key differences for specific models. If you have never reconnected your gadgets before, don’t worry – our guide will help you avoid common mistakes.

1. Preparation of watches and phones for reconnection

Before you start changing your smartphone, you need to follow a few important steps, which will help to avoid data loss and speed up the setup process.

First, make sure that both phones (old and new) have the latest versions of the apps: Mi Fitness (for Mi Band), Zepp Life (for Amazfit) or Xiaomi Wear (for Xiaomi Watch).

• 📱 Check the version of the app in Google Play or App Store
• 🔄 Update the firmware of the watch through the device profile menu → Update of the PO
• 📡 Enable Bluetooth and geolocation on both smartphones
• 🔋 Charge the clock to at least 50% – this will prevent failure during synchronization

Pay special attention to data backup. Xiaomi apps have an activity history export feature, but it doesn't work for all models. For example, Mi Band 6 lets you save data to the cloud, and Amazfit lets you save data to the cloud. GTR 4 - only in the local file.

2. Untiring the clock from the old phone

The most critical step is to remove the device from the old smartphone correctly, and if you skip this step, the watch may not connect to the new phone or will work with errors.

Instructions for most models:

1. Open the app (such as Mi Fitness)
2. Go to Profile. → My devices.
3. Select your watch and press Remove device or Untie
4. Confirm the action – the clock vibrates and resets

For the Xiaomi Watch S3 Amazfit Falcon process is slightly different: you need to go to the Settings of the clock → System system → Reset to factory.This will completely clean the device, but save the data in the cloud (if synchronization was enabled).

Make sure the clock is charged.

Synchronize the latest data

Shut down. PIN-clock code (if available)

Remember the firmware version-->

⚠️ Warning: If you simply remove the app from your old phone without wagging the clock, the new device may not see the gadget.In this case, you will need to reset the clock completely through the physical button (5 seconds hold).

3. Resetting the clock to factory settings

In some cases (especially when switching between Android and iOS), a complete reset of the device is required, which ensures that there is no conflict when connecting to a new phone.

Resetting methods for different models:

Once reset, the watch will automatically reset and be ready for a new binding. If the screen does not respond to pressing, plug in the charger - sometimes a discharged battery blocks the reset.

4. Connect the clock to a new phone

Now you can start to tie the device, and it's pretty much the same for all models, but there are some important nuances.

Step-by-step:

1. Install the app you want (Mi Fitness, Zepp Life or Xiaomi Wear) on your new phone
2. Register with the same account Xiaomi/Zepp, as on the old device
3. Enable Bluetooth and geolocation in your phone settings
4. In the app, click Add Device and select the watch model.
5. Bring the clock to the phone (distance) < 10 cm) and confirm the pairing

For the Xiaomi Watch S3 and the Amazfit Cheetah will need to additionally confirm the connection on the watch itself (press a button or touch the screen:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (Settings) → Bluetooth → Reset)
• 📱 Install an alternative version of the app (e.g. Mi Fitness instead of Xiaomi Wear)
• 🔌 Connect the clock to charging during pairing

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If the new phone is on iOS and the old one was on Android, be sure to update the watch firmware via your computer before connecting (use the Mi Fit Tool or Amazfit Toolbox).

5. Data recovery and notification settings

Once you've successfully connected, you need to migrate historical data and set up notifications, and a lot of that depends on whether the cloud backup on the old phone was enabled.

To recover data:

1. In the app, go to Profile → Cloud. → Recover data
2. Select the last backup (usually created automatically when untied)
3. Confirm recovery – the process may take 5-15 minute

If the data is not recovered:

• 📊 Check that you are logged into the same account. Xiaomi/Zepp
• 🔄 Try to sync data manually through the Device Profile → Synchronize
• 📧 Write in support of Xiaomi with the indication IMEI hours (located in the device settings)

To set up notifications:

1. Open the clock settings → Notifications
2. Enable the option to Show notifications
3. In the phone settings, give the app notification rights (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fitness → Notifications)
4. Select the apps you want to see notifications from on your watch

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, notifications from WhatsApp and Telegram may not arrive on the clock due to iOS restrictions.Solution: In your iPhone settings, turn on Bluetooth notifications for the Mi Fitness app.

6. Solving typical connection problems

Even if you do all the steps right, you can make mistakes, and we've collected the most common problems and ways to solve them.

If none of the solutions worked, try an alternative method of connecting:

1. Remove the application and install it again.
2. Use a different Xiaomi account (sometimes helps)
3. Connect the watch through developer mode (for power users)

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If you watch Xiaomi Watch S3 If you don't connect to an iPhone, try first to attach it to an Android device, and then to iOS, it's because of the firmware features of different platforms.

7. Features of connection for different models

Each line of Xiaomi smartwatches has its own nuances when changing phones. Let's look at the key differences.

The Mi Band series (5/6/7/8):

• 🔗 Supports fast phone change without resetting
• 📱 Requires a mandatory firmware update when switching to iOS
• 🔋 Sleep and pulse data are synchronized only through the cloud

Xiaomi Watch (S1/S2/S3):

• 🔄 You need a full reset when changing your Xiaomi account
• 📡 Support Wi-Fi synchronization (accelerates data transfer)
• 🎵 Music and voice assistant only work on Android

Amazfit (GTR/GTS/Bip):

• 🌐 Use a separate Zepp cloud that is not compatible with Mi Fitness
• 🔋 Requires manual data export when changing phone
• 📱 On iOS, some features (such as answering calls) are disabled

For the Amazfit T-Rex 2 and GTR 4 has a special Amazfit Toolbox utility that allows you to manually transfer settings between devices. This is true if standard synchronization does not work.

8 Additional settings after connection

When the watch is successfully connected to a new phone, it remains to configure several important parameters for comfortable use.

Battery optimization:

• 🔋 Turn off unnecessary notifications (Settings) → Notifications → Choice of applications)
• ⏱ Set a data synchronization interval (recommended every 30 minutes)
• 🌙 Activate the "Do Not Disturb" mode during sleep

Personalization:

• 🎨 Install a new dial through the Dial Store in the app
• 🏃 Set up quick buttons for training
• 🔊 Adjust the volume of the alarm clock and reminders

Safety:

• 🔒 Install. PIN-code on the clock (Settings) → Security → Screen locking)
• 📍 Enable the "Device Search" function in case of loss
• 🔄 Set up automatic data backup

For the Xiaomi Watch S3 Xiaomi Pay is available, but you need to set it up separately through the Mi Pay app. Make sure your bank supports this technology.

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If you are exercising, set up automatic activity recognition in Settings → Training. → Autodetermining. This will save battery life, because the watch won't be constantly scanning motion.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi watches