Connecting Samsung fitness bracelet to Xiaomi smartphone: a complete guide to error solutions

Synchronization of fitness bracelet Samsung Galaxy Fit (or Galaxy Fit 2, Fit e) with a smartphone Xiaomi based MIUI Although both brands are running on Android, firmware features and manufacturers limitations create nuances when connecting. In this article, we will not only discuss the standard way to sync through the Galaxy Wearable app, but also alternative methods for cases where devices can not see each other.

The main problem is that Samsung optimizes its wearable devices primarily for its own smartphones (the Galaxy S, Note, A series), and Xiaomi in turn blocks some of the features for third-party gadgets through restrictions. MIUI. However, it is possible to circumvent these restrictions - the main thing is to know the correct sequence of actions and potential pitfalls".

It is important to note that the instruction is relevant for all modern models of Samsung bracelets (including the Galaxy Fit). 3 2026 and Xiaomi smartphones on the year MIUI 12-14 (including the Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5/F5, Xiaomi 13/14). If your bracelet is released earlier 2019 years (e.g. Gear Fit) 2 Pro, some steps may be different – we will mention this separately.

1. Compatibility Check: Which Samsung Models Work With Xiaomi

Before you start connecting, make sure your Samsung fitness bracelet is officially supported by the Galaxy Wearable app on other brands' devices.

Tizen-based bracelets (such as the Gear Fit 2 Pro) won’t work with Xiaomi because of the lack of support for the Tizen app store on devices other than Samsung. If you have this model, consider alternative ways to connect through third-party apps like Notify & Fitness (more on this below).

For other models (Galaxy) Fit/Fit 2/Fit 3) The basic requirement is the Android version 8.0 newer and no less 1.5 GB of free memory on your smartphone. Also make sure your Xiaomi has the latest version installed. MIUI — This minimizes the risk of synchronization errors.

2. Preparation of Xiaomi smartphone to connect

Before you connect devices, you need to configure Xiaomi to work correctly with gadgets from other brands.

First thing you need to check the version. MIUI Settings menu → The phone. → Version. MIUI. If you have an update, install it. Then follow the steps below:

1. Go to Settings. → Annexes → App management and find the Galaxy Wearable (if already installed). tap it and select: 🔄 Auto-start - turn on; 🔋 Battery Optimization – Disconnect; 📱 Permissions – provide access to contacts, notifications, location.

Activate Bluetooth 5.0 in Settings → Connections → Older versions (4.2 and below) may not support all bracelet features.

Remove previous versions of Samsung Health and Galaxy Wearable apps if they have been installed. download the latest versions only from Google Play (not from the Mi App Store!).

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If the bracelet is switched off after the connection 5-10 Check the energy saving settings for a minute. MIUI: Go to Settings. → Battery → Power saving mode and add Galaxy Wearable to the list of exceptions.

Pay special attention to permissions for notifications. MIUI By default, notifications from third-party apps on wearable devices are blocked:

1. Open Settings → Notifications → Additional.
2. Find the “Notifications on Locked Screen” section and turn on the option for Galaxy Wearable.
3. Return to the basic notification settings and tap on Galaxy Wearable, then activate all the switches (including Show Notifications and Sound).

After installation:

1. Launch Galaxy Wearable and accept the terms of use. Click Start.
2. Select your bracelet model from the list (e.g., Galaxy Fit 2).If the model isn't listed, update the app or check compatibility in the table above.
3. Press "Connect" and wait until the smartphone finds the bracelet. Make sure that the bracelet is on Bluetooth (to do this, hold the power button for 2 seconds).
4. Confirm pairing on both devices. The bracelet will have a code that matches the code on the smartphone screen.

If the connection error occurs “I was unable to connect”, follow the following steps:

• 🔄 Reboot both devices;
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of associated devices in Settings → Bluetooth;
• 🔋 Check the bracelet charge (should be at least 50%);
• 🛠️ Update the bracelet firmware via Galaxy Wearable (if available).

4. Solving common connection errors

Even with the right setup, Xiaomi users often face typical problems, and let’s look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

⚠️ If after connecting the bracelet Samsung is constantly disconnected after a few minutes, the problem lies in energy saving. MIUI. Add Galaxy Wearable to battery exclusions: Settings → Battery → Choice of applications → No restrictions.

Error 1: "The device is not supported"

This message appears if:

• 📱 Version. MIUI outdated (update the firmware);
• 🔧 In the developer settings, the option to Disable permissions for USB;
• 🛡️ On the smartphone installed antivirus that blocks the connection (disable it temporarily).

Solution: Go to Settings → About the phone and 7 times tap on the "Version" MIUI", To activate the developer mode. Then to Settings. → Additionally. → For developers, disable all options related to USB-Debugging and blocking connections.

Error 2: The bracelet connects but does not sync the data

Reasons:

• 🔄 Conflict with the Mi Fitness app (remove it);
• 📊 Samsung Health has not set up a user profile;
• 🕒 On the bracelet or phone the wrong time/date.

Decision:

1. Open Samsung Health and complete the profile setting (specify height, weight, age).
2. Check time synchronization: Phone settings → Date and time → Autodetermination.
3. Restart the Galaxy Wearable and wait for automatic sync (can take up to 5 minutes).

Error 3: No notifications from apps

It's a standard limitation. MIUI for third-party wearable devices to enable notifications:

1. Go to Settings → Notifications → Additional → Notifications on the locked screen.
2. Find Galaxy Wearable and activate all permissions.
3. In the Galaxy Wearable app itself, open your bracelet settings. → Notifications and manually select the applications you want to see notifications from.

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If after all the manipulations, the notifications still do not come, try using the third-party Notify & Fitness for Samsung app (available on Google Play). MIUI, but requires additional permits.

5. Alternative ways to connect (if Galaxy Wearable doesn't work)

If the official Galaxy Wearable app refuses to connect the bracelet to Xiaomi, you can use third-party solutions, they are suitable for older models (for example, Gear Fit 2) or in cases where MIUI lock-in.

Method 1: Notify & Fitness

It's a universal application for managing wearables, including Samsung bracelets, and it allows you to:

• 📳 Receive notifications from all applications;
• 📊 Tracking your steps, sleep, pulse;
• 🔋 Control the level of charge;
• 🎵 Manage music (for supported models).

Instructions:

1. Remove Galaxy Wearable and Samsung Health.
2. Download Notify & Fitness.
3. Launch the application and select "Add device" → "Samsung" → model.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen for pairing.

Method 2: Use Gadgetbridge (for advanced users)

Gadgetbridge is an open source wearables software that supports most Samsung bracelets but requires manual tuning, and is suitable for Tizen models (like the Gear Fit 2 Pro).

⚠️ Note: Gadgetbridge does not sync data with Samsung Health or Google Fit. All metrics (steps, pulse) will be stored only in the application itself.

Instructions:

1. Download. APK-file from the official website (the application is not in Google Play).
2. Install. APK, Pre-allow installation from unknown sources (Settings) → Annexes → Special permits → Installation of unknown applications).
3. Start Gadgetbridge and select New Device" → "Samsung" → model.
4. Confirm the bracelet's pairing.

After connecting to Gadgetbridge, you can configure:

• 📊 Synchronization of steps, sleep, pulse;
• 🔔 Vibration on notifications;
• 🎨 Change of dials (for supported models).

6. Optimization of the work of the Samsung bracelet on Xiaomi

After successful connection, it is recommended to perform several actions for stable operation of devices:

1. Energy consumption adjustment

To prevent the bracelet from turning off in the background:

• 🔋 Go to Settings. → Battery → Energy saving regime;
• 📱 Find Galaxy Wearable and select "No Limitations";
• 🔄 Include "Autostart" for the application (see section 2).

2. Update of bracelet firmware

Regular updates improve compatibility with MIUI. To check for updates:

1. Open the Galaxy Wearable;
2. Go to Bracelet Settings → Update of the PO;
3. If an update is available, plug the bracelet into charging and wait for the process to complete (don’t turn off Bluetooth!).

3. Synchronization of health data

Samsung Health does not integrate with Mi Fitness by default, but you can export data to Google Fit:

1. Open Samsung Health;
2. Go to More. → Settings → Connected services;
3. Select Google Fit and log in.
4. Allow synchronization of all available data (steps, weight, sleep).

4. Set up notifications for specific applications

To receive notifications only from the right messengers (for example, WhatsApp, Telegram):

1. In Galaxy Wearable, go to Settings → Notifications;
2. Activate the "Notification" switch;
3. Slip on "Manage Notifications" and manually select apps.

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If notifications are duplicated (come to both your phone and bracelet), turn them off on your smartphone for selected applications. To do this, in the app notification settings (for example, Telegram), turn off the option “Show on a locked screen”.

7.Reset Samsung bracelet in case of connection problems

If all connection attempts fail, you may need to completely reset the bracelet to factory settings, which will delete all data from the device, but often solves synchronization problems.

How to Reset Galaxy Fit/Fit 2/Fit 3:

1. On the bracelet, go to Settings → General. → Reset (for Fit e hold the button for 10 seconds).
2. Confirm the reset by clicking the tick.
3. After the reset, the bracelet will be ready for a new connection.

How to Reset the Gear Fit 2 Pro:

1. Hold the "Back" button (left button) for 15 seconds.
2. After the Samsung logo appears, release the button.

⚠️ Warning: After resetting, the bracelet may not temporarily appear in the list of available devices in the Galaxy Wearable.In this case, reboot your Xiaomi smartphone and try again in 5 minutes.

If the reset didn't help, try:

• 📱 Connect the bracelet to another phone (not Xiaomi) and update its firmware;
• 🔧 Install custom firmware on Xiaomi (for example, LineageOS), if the problem is related to restrictions MIUI;
• 🛠️ Contact Samsung with the bracelet model and version MIUI.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)