How to turn on and configure call alerts on Xiaomi Mi Band 5: full picture instruction

Introduction: Why do you need to call a fitness bracelet?

The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 fitness bracelet has long since ceased to be just a pedometer — a full-fledged assistant that can vibrate when an incoming call is made, show the name of the caller and even allow you to reset the call directly from the screen. But many users face the problem: after buying the bracelet does not not notify about calls, although the features are stated. Why is this happening?

The fact is that the alerts about calls on Mi Band 5 are not automatically activated – they need to be configured manually through the Mi Fit app (or Zepp Life for new versions). Moreover, on Android and iPhone, the setup process is different, and sometimes additional permissions are required in the system. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to enable calls on Mi Band 5, including solving typical problems (for example, when the bracelet does not vibrate or show the subscriber’s name).

If you’ve just bought a bracelet or upgraded your smartphone, this guide will help you avoid hours of futile attempts, and we’ll also tell you how to check if your phone model supports this feature, and what to do if calls don’t show up.

Requirements for the operation of call alerts

Before setting up the bracelet, make sure your system meets the minimum requirements.Without this, calls won't work even if you set up the Mi Fit correctly.

• 📱 Smartphone: Android 5.0+ or iOS 10.0+. On older versions, alerts may not arrive.
• 🔄 App: Mi Fit (version 4.6.0 and higher) or Zepp Life (for new bracelets) download the latest version from Google Play or the App Store.
• 🔗 Synchronization: The bracelet must be connected to the phone via Bluetooth continuously (not only during setup).
• 📶 Permissions: On Android, Mi Fit Apps need to allow access to Contacts, Phone, and Notifications.
• 🔋 Bracelet charge: If the charge is below 10%, some functions (including vibration) may be turned off automatically.

Pay special attention to the permissions for Mi Fit. On Android 10+ and iOS 13+, the system can block access to notifications "to save charge." This is one of the most common reasons why the bracelet does not show calls.

Turn-based call setup for Mi Band 5 via Mi Fit (Android)

If you have an Android phone, follow this instruction.The process takes no more than 5 minutes, but requires care - a missed step can lead to the notifications not working.

1. Open the Mi Fit app and make sure the bracelet is plugged in (a green Bluetooth icon should be on the top of the screen).

After that, the bracelet should vibrate when the call is in, so to check the function, ask a friend to call you or use a second phone.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware (for example, MIUI 12+) Mi Fit app may not have access to default notifications.To fix this, go to your phone's Settings → Annexes → Application management → Mi Fit → Permits and manually enable access to Notices and Contacts.

Set up calls to Mi Band 5 for iPhone (iOS)

On the iPhone, the process is a little more complicated because of Apple's limitations, and the main problem is that the Mi Band 5 can't read call notifications directly from the system, so you have to use workarounds.

1. Open Mi Fit and go to the bracelet settings (Profile → Mi Smart Band 5).
2. Select Call Notifications and activate the main switch.
3. In the list of applications, find the Phone and turn on notifications for it.
4. Return to iPhone Settings → Notifications → Mi Fit and make sure Banners or Notification Windows are allowed.
5. Reset the bracelet (press the touch button for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears).

On iOS, the bracelet will vibrate when you call, but it doesn't always show the name of the subscriber -- that's Apple's restriction -- and sometimes you have to re-synchronize the bracelet after you update iOS.

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If calls don't come to your iPhone, try turning off Do Not Disturb mode in your phone's settings, which sometimes blocks notifications from being sent to wearable devices.

Why doesn't the bracelet vibrate when ringing? Frequent problems and solutions

Even after setting up properly, the Mi Band 5 may not be able to alert you to calls, and here are the most common reasons and ways to eliminate them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting the bracelet to the factory settings.

1. In Mi Fit, go to Profile → Mi Band 5 → Untie the device.
2. Confirm the undock and reload the bracelet.
3. Reconnect it as a new device.

Additional settings: how to customize alerts

Mi Band 5 allows you to not only turn on calls, but also customize them.

• 🔔 Vibration type: In Mi Fit, you can choose from 3 vibration modes (short, long, double).
• 📞 Name Display: If the caller’s name is not shown on the bracelet, check if the contact is kept in the phone book (not in the phone book). SIM-map).
• 🚫 Blacklist: In some firmware, you can turn off alerts for certain contacts.
• 🔕 Silent mode: On the bracelet, you can turn on the "Do Not Disturb" mode (to do this, press the screen and select the bell icon).

Mi Fit also has a Repeat Notification option, which means that if you miss a call, the bracelet will remind you of it in 5 minutes, which is convenient if you are often distracted.

For advanced users, there are third-party apps like Notify & Fitness for Mi Band (available on Android) that allow you to:

• Customize individual tunes for different contacts.
• Send quick answers to calls (e.g., “I’ll be back later”).
• Include notifications for messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram, etc.).

⚠️ Warning: Third-party apps can conflict with the official Mi Fit and drain the bracelet battery faster. Before using them, back up your data to Mi Fit (Profile) → Settings → Backup).

How to Drop a Call Directly From a Mi Band 5 Bracelet

One of the most useful features of the Mi Band 5 is the ability to reset an incoming call without getting your phone.

1. When the bracelet appears a call notification, swipe your finger left on the screen.
2. A red pipe icon will appear - click on it.
3. The call will be dropped and the call will be sent to the phone.

Unfortunately, you can't answer a call from the bracelet, which is a hardware limitation, but you can quickly turn off the alarm or timer with the same gesture (swipe left and press the cross).

If the reset function does not work:

• Check if the call management option is enabled in Mi Fit.
• Make sure that the phone does not have active mode on the plane or Do not disturb.
• Update the bracelet firmware (in Mi Fit go to Profile → Mi Band 5 → Firmware update).

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Call reset only works if the phone is connected to the bracelet via Bluetooth. If the connection is interrupted (for example, you step too far), it will be impossible to manage calls from the bracelet.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Mi Band 5 Calls