Owning a Xiaomi smartphone and a Honor fitness tracker is a popular combination, but it can raise questions when you first set up. Many users have difficulty connecting devices from different ecosystems, especially given that Huawei and Honor have been actively developing their own Huawei Health platform lately. It’s important to understand that standard pairing methods through Bluetooth system settings are not working properly or at all.
The main difficulty is that the bracelet requires control through a specialized application that must have deep resolutions in the MIUI or HyperOS system. Simply finding the device in the Bluetooth menu is not enough, as this will lead to a connection error or no synchronization of health data.
In this article, we will discuss the entire process in detail, from preparing a smartphone to solving specific problems specific to the Xiaomi and Honor bundle. You will learn how to install the application correctly, where to download the current version and what energy saving settings are critical for the stable operation of the tracker.
Preparation of Xiaomi smartphone to pair
Before you start searching for a device, you need to prepare your phone’s operating system. MIUI It is known for its aggressive energy saving policies, which often block the background operation of applications necessary to communicate with wearable electronics. First of all, make sure that your device has Bluetooth module and geolocation enabled, as modern versions of Android require access to location to scan. BLE-device.
It’s also worth checking the operating system version. Although the bracelet is compatible with most Android versions, very old or, conversely, beta versions of HyperOS can experience driver conflicts. It’s recommended to upgrade the phone to the latest stable firmware version through the Settings menu → About Phone → MIUI version. This will eliminate known software errors that interfere with a stable connection.
An equally important step is to clear the cache of old connections. If you've tried to connect this bracelet or other Honor devices before, you better remove them from the saved list. Go to Bluetooth settings, find the device in the list, and click Forget the device or gear icon to break the connection. This will avoid conflicts of addresses and encryption keys when you try again.
- 📱 Turn on Bluetooth and GPS (geolocation) in the notification curtain.
- 🔄 Update your smartphone system to the current stable version.
- 🗑️ Remove old bracelet profiles from the list of Bluetooth devices.
- 🔋 Make sure the phone charge is at least 20%.
Remember, the stability of the connection depends on how well the phone is configured. Ignoring the preparatory stage often leads to the bracelet being visible in the search, but not mated. Take a few minutes to check these parameters to avoid unnecessary nerves during the setup process.
Installation and configuration of Huawei Health app
The key element in the “Xiaomi + Honor” bundle is Huawei Health, which acts as a bridge between the bracelet hardware and the phone’s operating system. Unlike older models that worked through the Huawei Wear app, the fifth version of the gang requires Huawei Health. It is difficult to find it in the standard Google Play store due to restrictions, so you often have to use alternative sources.
The most reliable way is to download the APK installation file from the official website or through the built-in AppGallery app store. When installed, Xiaomi may issue a security warning, since the application is not downloaded from the Play Market. You will need to confirm the installation from unknown sources, allowing this action for your browser or file manager.
Once installed, launch the app and log in to your Huawei ID account. If you don't have one, you can register directly in the app using your phone number or email. Without authorization, the bracelet's functionality will be severely limited, and data synchronization will become impossible. During the registration process, carefully select a region - it should match the region of your account on your phone.
Special attention should be paid to the permissions that the application will request when it first launches. Huawei Health requires access to contacts, microphone, memory and, most importantly, permanent geolocation. Failure to any of these points can lead to incorrect notifications or refusal to measure the pulse. Xiaomi system may additionally ask permission to install related applications — agree, these are components for the proper operation of the service.
The process of pairing the bracelet with the phone
Now, the most important thing is that you put the bracelet next to your phone and make sure that the tracker screen has a connection icon or an animation of the standby. Open the Huawei Health app on your phone and go to the Devices tab at the bottom menu. Press the + button or Add the device in the top right corner.
The app will start scanning the space. Once the Honor Band 5 appears on the list, click on it. The bracelet and phone will show a confirmation code. Make sure the numbers match, and confirm the action by clicking a tick on the tracker screen. The process will take 10 to 30 seconds, after which time and data synchronization will begin.
☑️ Checklist of successful pairing
It is important not to try to connect the device through the standard Bluetooth menu in Android settings. If you see the Honor Band 5 in the Bluetooth system list, but the connection does not pass or writes "failed to conjugate" - this is normal. System pairing through the Android settings for Honor Band 5 is impossible, management is carried out exclusively through the Huawei Health app. If you have already connected it there, remove it from the Bluetooth list and repeat the procedure in the application.
Once the connection is successful, the app will offer a firmware update to the bracelet, a critical step, as the factory version of the software often contains errors that affect sensor accuracy and communication stability. Wait for the download and update to be installed without turning off the phone screen or putting the bracelet away.
Configuring MIUI Permits and Energy Saving
The most common problem Xiaomi owners have is disconnection after a while after setting up. This is because the system kills the application’s background process to save charge. To avoid this, you need to manually configure Huawei Health. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find it in the list of Huawei Health (or Health).
In the app menu, find Activity Control or Energy Consumption. Select No Limits mode. This will prevent MIUI from suspending the application, which will ensure that notifications are constantly received and pulse recording. Without this setting, the bracelet will work like a normal clock, losing data when the phone screen is turned off.
⚠️ Note: If you do not set the “No Limits” mode, you will stop receiving notifications of calls and messages to the bracelet as soon as the phone screen goes out or the memory cleanup starts in the background.
Then you need to enable autorun. In the same app settings menu, find the Autorun switch and activate it. This will allow the app to start immediately after you turn on the phone without waiting for your intervention. Also check permissions: access to the location should be in Always mode, not just "When using".
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To ensure that notifications work, pin the Huawei Health app to the list of running processes. Open the menu of running applications (swipe up and pause or menu button), find Huawei Health and pull the card down to see the lock.
Another important parameter is access to notifications. Xiaomi has a separate level of privacy protection. When you first receive a notification from the messenger, the system can ask for permission to show it. Make sure you allow the Huawei Health app to display notifications on the lock screen and in the curtain. Without this, the bracelet will vibrate, but the text of the message will not show.
Solving Typical Connection Problems
Even if you follow all the instructions, you can have technical difficulties. Often users complain that the phone just "can't see" the bracelet. In this case, try rebooting the Bluetooth module: turn on the flight mode for 10 seconds, and then turn it off. Also helps a full restart of the smartphone, which clears temporary errors of the communication stack.
If the bracelet was previously connected to another phone, it may not show up in the search for a new device. Honor Band 5 can keep a connection with the previous owner. You need to reset the bracelet to factory settings. On the tracker itself, find the menu More → Reset (or Reset). Once reset, it will again be visible to search.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The phone doesn't see the bracelet. | The bracelet is occupied by another device | Reset (Reset) on the bracelet |
| No notifications. | Application closed by system | Enable "No Limits" and Autostart |
| No pulse measurement. | No background permit. | Allow work in the background |
| Update error | The Unstable Internet | Switch to Wi-Fi or mobile network |
In case the app says "Device Connected to Another Phone," but you're sure it's not, try removing the device from the Huawei Health app on your old phone. If you don't have access to your old phone, just completely resetting the bracelet through the menu will help break that connection. Sometimes cleaning the cache of the Huawei Health app itself through the phone's settings helps.
What to do if the reset does not help?
Feature setting and personalization
Once paired successfully, there's a fine-tuning phase. In the Huawei Health app, you can set up the dial display. The Honor Band 5 has a lot of free and paid dials that change not only the look, but also the set of widgets you display. Choose the one that shows you the data you want: weather, pulse, steps, or date.
Pay special attention to setting up notifications. In Devices → Honor Band 5 → Notification management, you can choose which apps to receive signals from. Don't turn everything on, as this will quickly land the battery. Leave only calls, SMS and important messengers. You can also set the vibration when the charge is low or the bracelet is unfastened.
- ⌚ Set up the wrist lift to turn on the screen.
- 📳 Adjust the vibration force and time "Do not disturb".
- 🏃 Set goals for steps and calories in your profile.
- 💧 Reminder of drinking water and sitting.
Remember to enable sleep and stress monitoring if you're interested in these features. To properly monitor sleep, you need the app to have permission to work in the background all night. In Health → Sleep Monitor, enable automatic sleep detection. This will help you collect more accurate statistics about sleep phases.
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The correct setting of notifications and battery limitations is 90% of the success of using the Xiaomi and Honor bundle. Without this, the bracelet becomes a simple step counter.