Connecting smartwatches to Xiaomi Redmi 9: full instruction with tips and life hacks

Smartwatches have become an integral part of everyday life — they monitor health, display notifications and even replace the wallet. But to make all these functions work, you need to connect the gadget to the smartphone correctly. Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 9 often face the nuances: the app does not find the watch, the synchronization is interrupted, the battery goes down too quickly. In this article, we will analyze all the stages of connection, from choosing a compatible application to setting up notifications, and also tell you how to avoid typical errors.

The Redmi 9 is powered by MIUI, Xiaomi’s proprietary shell, which sometimes blocks the background activity of apps to save power. It can interfere with stable communication with the watch. Also, not all smartwatches are equally well-compatible with budget smartphones. We tested the instructions on the Mi Band 6, Amazfit GTS 2 and Haylou Solar — all of which have successfully connected, but with different nuances. If you have a different model, don’t worry: synchronization principles are universal.

1.What smartwatch is compatible with Xiaomi Redmi 9?

Before buying or connecting, check to see if your watch model supports Android 10 (this version is the default version of Redmi 9). Most modern gadgets are compatible, but there are exceptions.

• 🔹 Branded watches Xiaomi/Redmi: Mi Watch, Redmi Watch 2, Mi Band (all versions) – connect via Mi Fitness (formerly Mi Fit).
• 🔹 Amazfit (Huami): GTS 2/3, GTR 2/3, Bip U – use the Zepp app (formerly Amazfit).
• 🔹 Haylou, Honor, Huawei Watch GT: They require their own proprietary applications, but usually work without problems.

⚠️ Note: Some Chinese brands (e.g., Chinese brands, DT No.1 or Lemfo) release watches with proprietary applications that may not work correctly on the MIUI. Before buying, check the reviews about compatibility with Xiaomi.

If you have already bought a watch and are not sure about compatibility, try to find it in the list of supported devices in the official application of the manufacturer.

1. Download Mi Fitness from Google Play.
2. Open the app and click Profile → Add the device.
3. See if your model appears on the list.

2.Smartphone Preparation: Redmi 9 Settings Before Connecting

To avoid synchronization problems, you need to properly configure your smartphone. MIUI has features that can interfere with the stable operation of a smartwatch:

• 📵 Turn off the power saving mode for the watch, or the connection will break.
• 🔄 Enable auto-run for the application (e.g. Mi Fitness or Zepp).
• 📶 Activate Bluetooth 4.0+ Geolocation (Yes, it is necessary for the exact time and weather).
• 🔒 Allow all notifications for the watch app in Android settings.

The following is a step-by-step instruction for setting up Redmi 9:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find a watch app (like Mi Fitness) and open its settings.
3. Turn on the switches: 🔘 Auto-start 🔘 Background activity 🔘 Showing notifications

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⚠️ Note: If you are using a dual account MIUI (Work/personal profile, the watch application must be installed in the main profile, otherwise the synchronization of data (steps, pulse) will not work correctly.

Enable Bluetooth and geolocation|Disable energy saving for the application of the clock|Allow auto-start and background activity|Check the visibility of the device in Bluetooth settings|Install the application in the main profile (if you have a dual account)-->

3. Step-by-step instructions: how to connect a smartwatch to Redmi 9

Consider a universal algorithm using the Mi Band 6 example (for other models, the steps are similar, but the names of menu items may differ).

Step 1: Installation of the application

Download the official app for your watch:

• 🔹 Haylou → Haylou Fun or VeryFitPro

⚠️ Do not use app clones (such as Mi Fit Mod) – they may not work properly or contain viruses.

Step 2: Registration of an account

Most apps require you to create an account (via email, phone number, or Xiaomi Account).

1. Open the application and click Register.
2. Choose the registration method (we recommend linking it to Xiaomi Account, if any).
3. Confirm your email or phone via SMS.

Important: If you already have a Mi Account (for example, for a smartphone), use it – so the data will be synchronized between devices.

Step 3: Connecting the clock

The algorithm for most models:

1. Turn on the clock (usually by pressing a button long).
2. In the app, click Add Device (or Connect).
3. Choose your model from the list.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: confirm pairing in Android settings (a request for Bluetooth connection will appear).
5. Wait until the synchronization is complete (it can take up to 5 minutes).

💡 Lifehack: If the clock is not, reboot Bluetooth on your smartphone (Settings) → Bluetooth → turn off/on and try again.

Step 4: Set up notifications and permissions

After connection:

1. In the watch app, go to the Device Profile → Notifications.
2. Turn on switches for SMS, calls and apps (such as WhatsApp, Telegram).
3. In Android settings, allow the app to access: 📞 Contacts (to display the names of callers) 📁 Storage (for branded dials) 📍 Geolocation (for weather and GPS)

A critical feature for Redmi 9: If notifications don’t come, check your battery settings. Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → App Battery Management and select No Limits mode for the watch application.

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For a stable performance of the Redmi 9 smartwatch, be sure to turn off all battery restrictions for its application and allow auto-start.

4. Table: comparison of smartwatch applications

The choice of app depends on the model of your watch, and below is a comparison of the most popular options:

⚠️ Note: If you use VeryFitPro or similar general purpose applications, be prepared for certain features (e.g. measurement) SpO2 or GPS-Tracking) may not work properly. It's better to use proprietary software to work properly.

5. Typical errors and their solutions

Even with the right connection, there can be problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔌 Watch not connected: Check if Bluetooth and geolocation are enabled. Reset the clock (usually by pressing a button for 10 seconds). Remove the watch from the list of mated devices in Android and reconnect.
• 🔋 Battery goes down quickly: Turn off the constant pulse (in watch settings). Reduce screen brightness. Turn off notifications from unnecessary apps.
• 📵 No notifications: Check your settings Don't disturb on the watch. Allow the watch app to access notifications in Android (Settings) → Notifications → Reset the watch app (remove from recent tasks).
• ⏱️ Time is not synchronized: Enable automatic time synchronization in the clock settings. check if the time zone is set correctly on your smartphone.

💡 Useful tip: if the watch is connected, but the data is not updated (steps, pulse), try resetting the clock to the factory:

1. In the application, select Device Profile → Untie the device.
2. On the clock, find the Reset option (usually in System or About program).
3. Reconnect the watch.

6. Optimization of smart watches with Redmi 9

Xiaomi Redmi 9 is a budget smartphone, and its hardware does not always cope with the background work of smartwatches. To improve communication stability and reduce battery consumption, follow these tips:

• 🔄 Update the watch firmware through the official app. New versions often fix communication bugs.
• 📴 Turn off unnecessary notifications (such as from games or social media) to reduce Bluetooth load.
• 🔋 Use energy saving mode on your watch (if any), but not on your smartphone.
• 🛠️ Clean the app cache once a month (Settings) → Annexes → Warehouse → Clear the cache).

⚠️ Note: if you notice that after connecting the watch Redmi 9 became faster discharge, check if the app clock running in the background constantly:

1. Go to Settings → Battery → Battery Use.
2. Find the watch app in the list.
3. If it consumes >5% charge, limit its background activity (but this can make synchronization worse!).

For advanced users: if the watch supports firmware from third-party developers (for example, Amazfit Bip), you can install a custom version with optimization for the user. MIUI. But it's risky -- you could lose your warranty or you could damage your device. 4PDA or XDA Developers.

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If the clock is often turned off, try turning on the developer's Bluetooth settings "AVRCP 1.6" (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times Press → Developer Settings → Bluetooth AVRCP Version → 1.6).

7. Alternative ways of connecting (if the standard one does not work)

If the watch stubbornly does not want to connect through the official application, you can try workarounds:

• 🔗 Use Notify & Fitness for Mi Band: This is a third-party app with advanced notification settings. Supports Mi Band, Amazfit and other watches.
• 📱 Connect via Gadgetbridge (for open firmware): Open source for smartwatches, but requires root rights or unlocked bootloader. Suitable for Amazfit and Mi Band with custom firmware.
• 🔄 Reset network settings on your smartphone: Sometimes resetting network settings helps (Settings) → System system → Resetting settings → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth, and then you have to reconnect all the devices.

⚠️ Note: Apps like Notify & Fitness may conflict with the official ones.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)