How to connect Xiaomi smart watch to the smartphone Redmi Note 7: full instructions with pictures and tips

Why sync Xiaomi watches with Redmi Note 7

Xiaomi’s smartwatch is not just an accessory, but a full-fledged assistant for tracking activity, managing notifications and even monitoring health. But to unlock the full potential of the device, it must be connected correctly to a smartphone. Redmi Note 7, despite the age of the model (released in 2019), is perfectly compatible with most fitness bracelets and smart watches of the brand, but the process of synchronization has nuances that are rarely written in standard instructions.

In this article, we will analyze not only the basic steps of connection, but also hidden settings. MIUI 12/13, which affect the stability of Bluetooth connection 5.0, You'll learn how to avoid problems with turning off hours during exercise, why sleep data is lost in sync, and how to restore connection after resetting your phone.

If you use Xiaomi Mi Band 7, Xiaomi Watch S1 Or older models (Amazfit Bip, Mi Band 5), the instruction will fit with the firmware version. New devices (for example, Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro) may require additional steps associated with the updated Mi Fitness application (formerly Mi Fit).

1. Preparing the Redmi Note 7 phone for connection

Before you start syncing, make sure your Redmi Note 7 meets the minimum requirements:

• 📱 Version. MIUI: at least 10.3 (for stable Bluetooth 5.0 operation). → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
• 🔄 System updates: all available security patches installed.The watch may not connect due to vulnerabilities in the Bluetooth protocol.
• 📶 Internet connection: stable Wi-Fi or mobile internet (required to download an application and synchronize data).
• 🔋 Battery charge: at least 30% on the phone and 50% on the watch (at low charge, devices may not detect each other).

Pay special attention to Bluetooth settings and permissions:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Activate Bluetooth and make sure that Visibility for All is on (for 2-3 minutes).
3. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Permits → Autostart and enable auto-start for the Mi Fit app (or Mi Fitness for new watch models).

⚠️ Warning: If you have previously connected your watch to another phone, reset it to factory settings. For this, look for Reset on the watch menu (usually in Settings). → System) or press the button on the body for 10-15 seconds.

2. Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit (Mi Fitness) application

The official Xiaomi watch management app is Mi Fit (for older models) or Mi Fitness (for newer ones, such as Xiaomi Watch 2).You can download it from Google Play or AppGallery, but it is recommended to use it for the Redmi Note 7. APK-Xiaomi official website version, as in some regions the app may not be available in stores.

Step-by-step installation instructions:

1. Download Mi Fit (or Mi Fitness for new watches) from the official source.
2. Install. APK-File by allowing installation from unknown sources (Settings) → Annexes → Special rights → Installation of unknown applications).
3. Launch the app and sign up with a Xiaomi account (or sign in if you already have one). Without an account, data sync won’t work!
4. In the main menu of the application, click "Add device" and select the model of your watch.

After installation, check the following settings in the application:

• 🔔 Notifications: Allow notifications to be accessed in Android settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Fit → Notifications).
• 📍 Geolocation: Enable location access (necessary for jogging tracking).
• 📊 Data Synchronization: In the application settings, activate automatic synchronization (recommended interval - every 30 minutes).

Download Mi Fit/Mi Fitness|Registering a Xiaomi account|Turn on Bluetooth on your phone|Reset the clock to factory settings (if used previously)|Allow all application requests in Android settings-->

3. Step-by-step connection of Xiaomi watches to Redmi Note 7

Now, to the interface process itself, it's important to follow the instructions consistently, because skipping the steps can lead to connection errors.

Step 1: Activate the pairing mode on the clock:

• For the Mi Band. 7/6/5: Take the bracelet off your hand and touch the sensor on the screen. From the menu, select "Plug" (Bluetooth icon).
• For the Xiaomi Watch S1 Amazfit Bip: Press the side button for 3 seconds until it appears QR-code".

Step 2. Search for the device in Mi Fit:

1. In the Mi Fit app, click "Add device" → Choose a watch model.
2. Press "Plug" and wait for the phone to find the clock. If the device is not detected, update the list manually (Update button).
3. When the watch appears on the list, tap it and confirm pairing on both devices.

Step 3: Completion of the setting:

• After a successful connection, the application will offer to update the firmware of the watch – agree, as the new versions fix synchronization errors.
• Set up the basic parameters: units of measurement (meters/feet), target number of steps, notifications.
• Turn on “Constant Connection” in your phone’s Bluetooth settings (this will prevent the connection from breaking).

⚠️ Note: If the clock is connected but the data is not synchronized (steps, pulse, sleep), check the charge saving settings in the MIUI. Go to Settings. → Battery and productivity → Battery Optimization and Disable Optimization for Mi Fit App.

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If the clock doesn’t connect, try restarting your phone and resetting your network settings (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, mobile internet and Bluetooth settings, which often solves problems with a “hungry” Bluetooth module.

4. Solving common connection problems

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, Redmi Note 7 users often encounter errors, and let’s look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The watch is not detected in the Mi Fit

• 🔌 Check if Bluetooth is on on your phone and watch.
• 📱 Reboot both devices.
• 🔄 Remove the watch from the list of associated devices in your phone’s Bluetooth settings and try to connect again.
• 🛠️ If you are using Mi Band 7, upgrade your phone to the latest version. MIUI (In older versions there is a bug with Bluetooth 5.0).

Problem 2: Connection is cut off during exercise

• 📶 Turn off the "Traffic Saving" mode in the settings SIM-map.
• 🔋 Enable “High Performance” in the Battery Settings for the Mi Fit app.
• 🎧 If you use wireless headphones at the same time as your watch, turn them off – the Redmi Note 7 does not do well with multiple Bluetooth devices.

Problem 3: Step or sleep data is out of sync

• ⏳ Wait for automatic synchronization (can take up to 10 minutes).
• 🔄 Manually update the data in the Mi Fit app (pull the screen down).
• 📲 Check if sync is enabled in Xiaomi account settings (Profile) → Synchronization settings).

5. Optimization of the hours after connection

After successful synchronization, it is recommended to adjust the clock for maximum convenience.

Configuring notifications:

• 📩 Enable alerts for important applications (calls, SMS, Messengers in Mi Fit → Device profile → Notifications.
• 🔕 Turn off unnecessary notifications (such as from games or social networks) to avoid wasting battery power.

Energy conservation:

• 🔋 In the settings of the clock (Settings) → Display) set the screen backlight time for 5-7 seconds (saves charge).
• 🌙 Activate the “Sleep” mode at night – this will turn off unnecessary functions and prolong battery life.

Personalization:

• 🎨 Set a dial from the Mi Fit collection (there are animated and thematic options).
• 🏃‍♂️ Set your activity goals: steps, calories, sleep time (it is recommended to start with 8,000 steps a day).

For users of Redmi Note 7, the “Fast Connection” feature is especially useful:

1. Add the Mi Fit widget to the phone’s main screen.
2. Enable the "Auto Connection" option in Bluetooth settings.
3. This will allow the clock to automatically sync when approaching the phone (like when you get home).

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For stable operation of the watch, turn off the function "Adaptive battery" in MIUI (Settings → Battery → Adaptive battery: This option can force the background processes of Mi Fit to close, resulting in loss of connection.

6. Alternative ways of connecting (without Mi Fit)

If the official Mi Fit app doesn’t work or you don’t like its limitations, alternative methods of connection can be used, but be aware that they may deprive you of some of the features (such as sleep tracking or notifications).

Method 1: Notify & Fitness (for Mi Band)

• 📥 Install Notify & Fitness from Google Play.
• 🔗 Connect the watch through the app menu (similar to Mi Fit).
• ⚙️ Set up notifications and dials (more options than in the official app).

Advantages: support for informal dials, advanced notification settings.

Disadvantages: no synchronization with Xiaomi Cloud, possible bugs.

Method 2: Connect via Amazfit App (for Amazfit watches)

• 📱 Download Amazfit (suitable for Amazfit Bip, GTR, GTS).
• 🔄 Connect the watch through the app menu (you may need to reset the clock).
• 📊 Data will be synced with Amazfit servers, not Xiaomi.

Method 3: Manual Bluetooth connection (limited functionality)

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and watch.
2. In your phone’s Bluetooth settings, find the watch in the list of available devices and connect.
3. This method only allows you to transfer files (for example, music on Xiaomi Watch). S1), but not synchronizing health data.

⚠️ Warning: Alternative apps may conflict with Mi Fit. Remove the official app and reset your watch settings before using them.

7. Update the firmware of the watch through the Redmi Note 7

Regular updates to the watch firmware fix bugs, add new features and improve compatibility with the Redmi Note 7. Check for updates in the Mi Fit app:

How to update firmware:

1. Open Mi Fit and go to your watch profile.
2. Slip on the "Firmware Update" icon (usually in the Device Settings section).
3. If the update is available, connect the watch to charging (the charge must be at least 50%) and confirm the installation.
4. Do not disable Bluetooth or leave the app until the process is complete (it may take 5-15 minutes).

What to do if the update is suspended:

• 🔄 Reset the clock (press the button for 10 seconds).
• 📱 Restart the Mi Fit app and try again.
• 🌐 If the problem recurs, check your internet connection (update downloaded via phone).

If the update is not available through Mi Fit, you can try installing it manually:

1. Download the firmware for your model from the official Xiaomi forum (for example, XDA Developers).
2. Place the firmware file (usually with the.fw or.bin extension) in the phone’s root folder.
3. In Mi Fit, select the manual firmware installation and specify the path to the file.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi watches to Redmi Note 7