Connecting Xiaomi Mi Band 4 to Android: full instructions with photos and tips

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular wearables due to its combination of functionality, sensor accuracy and affordable price. However, many users face difficulties when connecting a gadget to an Android smartphone for the first time — especially if it is a non-standard firmware or outdated versions of the application. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to pair, including solving typical problems, from the “Cannot find the device” error to synchronization failures after an update.

It is important to understand that the process of connecting the Mi Band 4 differs from newer models (for example, Mi Band 7 or Smart Band 8) due to the features of the Bluetooth 4.2 protocol and the old version of the proprietary Mi Fit application. If you purchased a used bracelet or after prolonged storage, you may need to reset to factory settings - this will also be discussed below. And for owners of Android 13+ phones, we will give the current permission settings, without which synchronization will not work.

1.Preparation for connection: what to do before pairing

Before you start connecting, make sure your smartphone and bracelet are ready to sync, and skipping these steps often leads to errors like “Device is unresponsive” or endless in-app searches.

First, check out the Android version: Mi Band 4 officially supports Android 5.0 and higher, but Android 7.0+ is recommended for stable operation. Android 12/13 phones may require additional permissions for the Mi Fit app (more on this in the section on settings). Second, make sure that the bracelet has enough charge - at a battery level below 20%, the pairing process can be interrupted during the firmware update stage.

• 📱 Update your phone’s operating system to the latest version (check in Settings). → System system → Update of the PO).
• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to at least 50% – this will eliminate sudden shutdown during settings.
• 📲 Remove old versions of Mi Fit or Zepp Life apps if they were installed earlier.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone – this will clear the Bluetooth cache and eliminate possible conflicts with other devices.

⚠️ Note: If you plug in the bracelet after another user (for example, bought a used one), be sure to reset to factory settings on the Mi Band 4 itself. To do this, press the touch button on the bracelet screen for 10 seconds until the vibration and the Mi logo appear. Without this step, the device may not appear in the list of available to connect.

2. Install and configure the Mi Fit (or Zepp Life) application

The official Mi Band 4 management app is Mi Fit, but since 2022 Xiaomi has been actively moving users to the new Zepp Life platform. Both apps are compatible with the bracelet, but Zepp Life offers a more modern interface and additional sleep analysis features. However, in some regions (for example, in Russia), Mi Fit may work more stable due to the peculiarities of the servers.

Download the application from the official source:

• 🌍 Mi Fit: Google Play or APKPure (for regions where the app is blocked).
• 🌍 Zepp Life: Google Play.

After installation:

1. Launch the app and register (you can use Xiaomi Account, Google or Facebook).
2. Select the region "Russia" (or your country) - this is important for the correct display of weather and notifications.
3. Include all permissions requested (geolocation, notifications, contact access, etc.).

⚠️ Attention: On Android phones 12/13 After installing Mi Fit, you need to manually allow the application to permanently access geolocation and work in the background. → Annexes → Mi Fit → Permissions and switch all switches on. Without that, the bracelet will shut down in a few minutes.

Step-by-step: how to connect Mi Band 4 to the phone

Now, to the interface process itself, follow the instructions carefully, and skipping even one step can lead to an error.

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone and make sure the bracelet is on (the Mi logo should be on the screen).

2. Open the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app and click "Add Device" (the "+" icon in the upper right corner).

3. Select the Mi Smart Band 4 model from the list.

4.Put the bracelet to the phone at a distance of no more than 10 cm - this will speed up the search.

5. Confirm pairing on your phone and bracelet (the code will appear on the Mi Band 4 screen - compare it with the code in the application).

6. wait until the synchronization is completed (it can take up to 5 minutes if the firmware is updated).

Bluetooth on your phone

Bracelet charged at least 50%

Removed old versions of Mi Fit/Zepp Life

All requests for the application are allowed

The bracelet is dropped to factory settings (if b/w)-->

If you have a device search error called “Can’t find Mi Band 4,” try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (disable/enable in the notification curtain).
• 📱 Remove the bracelet from the list of conjugate devices in the Bluetooth settings of the phone.
• 🔋 Connect the bracelet to charge for 10 minutes, even if it shows a charge.
• 📲 Change the app (e.g. from Mi Fit to Zepp Life).

4. Set up notifications and basic functions

Once you've successfully connected, you need to customize the bracelet to suit your needs, and the basic parameters that you need to set up right away are:

Pay special attention to setting notifications. By default, the bracelet vibrates at any alerts, which quickly drains the battery.

• 📞 Calls (with number display).
• 💬 Communications from 2-3 key messengers.
• ⏰ Alarm clocks and reminders.

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If notifications don't come, check the power saving settings on your phone. On Xiaomi, Samsung and Honor add Mi Fit/Zepp Life in the list of "Secure applications" or "No restrictions" (Settings) → Battery → Energy consumption of applications).

5. Common mistakes and their solutions

Even with the right connection, users often face problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Error: "I can't connect to the device"

Reasons:

• 📵 Bluetooth conflict with other devices (headphones, speakers).
• 🔄 Outdated firmware bracelet or application.
• 🛡️ Blocking with antivirus (e.g. Avast or 360 Security).

Decisions:

1. Turn off all other Bluetooth devices.
2. Update the bracelet firmware through Profile → Update the firmware.
3. Add Mi Fit to the antivirus exceptions.

Error: Bracelet does not vibrate at notifications

Reasons:

• 🔔 Notifications disabled in phone settings for Mi Fit.
• 📱 Do Not Disturb Mode on the Bracelet.
• 🔋 Weak battery charge (below 15%).

Decisions:

• Check the permissions for Mi Fit in Settings → Applications → Mi Fit → Notifications.
• Turn off the Do Not Disturb mode on the bracelet (swipe down the screen and check the bell icon).
• Charge the bracelet to 100%.

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

If the bracelet stubbornly doesn't want to connect via Mi Fit or Zepp Life, you can use workarounds, which will require a little more effort, but often save in difficult cases.

Method 1: Connecting with Notify & Fitness

Notify & Fitness for Mi Band is a third-party application with advanced settings that supports Mi Band 4 even on unofficial firmware.

• 🔧 More options for screen customization.
• 📊 Detailed statistics on activity.
• 🔄 It works on phones without Google services (for example, on Huawei without Google services). GMS).

Instructions:

1. Install Notify & Fitness from Google Play.
2. Open the app and select Mi Band 4 from the device list.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen (similar to the standard connection).

Method 2: Manual pairing via Bluetooth settings

If the bracelet is defined in the Bluetooth settings of the phone, but not connected via the application:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Find it on the Mi Band list 4 (usually displayed as "MI Band 4_XXXX").
3. Click "Hide" and enter the code 0000 or 1234 (if requested).
4. After pairing, open Mi Fit - the bracelet should be determined automatically.

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If none of these things worked, the problem could be a hardware malfunction in the bracelet, check if the screen is on when charging, if it's responsive to touch, and if it's not, maybe the battery or the screen plume is damaged.

7. Optimization of the bracelet after connection

To keep the Mi Band 4 stable and long-term charge, follow these tips:

• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 100% time 5-7 Days (do not hold on charging longer) 2 hours).
• 📴 Turn off unnecessary notifications (each alert reduces the time you have to work on your phone). 1-2%).
• 🌡️ Update your firmware only through a stable Wi-Fi connection.
• 🔄 Reset the settings once in a while 2-3 month (press the button on the 10 seconds).

It is also useful to set up automatic data synchronization with the Xiaomi cloud.

1. Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → Settings → Data Synchronization.
2. Enable the "Autosynchronization" option.
3. Select the interval ("Every hour" is recommended).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Mi Band 4