Connecting Mi Band 4 to Xiaomi smartphone: full instructions

Modern wearable gadgets have long ceased to be just toys for counting steps, turning into full-fledged assistants that control the health and activity of the owner. Mi Band 4 from Xiaomi has become a real bestseller thanks to its colored version of the device. AMOLED-However, to unlock the full potential of the tracker, it must be properly synchronized with the smartphone, which often raises questions for newcomers to the smart home ecosystem.

The initial setup process can seem confusing, especially given the peculiarities of the Android operating system and the proprietary shells MIUI or HyperOS. Users often find that the bracelet is not visible in the standard Bluetooth menu, or the application cannot complete the pairing the first time. It is critical to understand that the Mi Band 4 does not connect directly through the Bluetooth system settings, but requires the use of a special intermediary application.

In this guide, we will take a detailed look at each step of the connection, from charging the device to fine-tuning notifications. You will learn how to avoid common errors that lead to a connection break, and how to properly configure permissions for the background operation of the application. This will ensure stable operation of the gadget and allow you to receive all notifications from your Xiaomi smartphone without delay.

Preparation for pairing: charging and resetting settings

Before starting the synchronization procedure, you need to make sure that the tracker is ready to go.New devices often come with a minimum battery charge, so the first step should be to fully charge the capsule. To do this, remove the tracker from the strap and install it in the charger connected to the USB-The computer port or power adapter, the display on the screen should light up, signaling the incoming energy.

If the bracelet has been previously used or connected to another phone, it is highly recommended to reset to factory settings, which will remove all old pairing profiles and data that may conflict with the new connection, and this can be done through the menu of the bracelet itself, finding Reset or Factory Reset, or through the settings in the application, if access to it is still available.

• 🔋 Fully charge the tracker capsule before first switching on.
• 🔄 Reset your settings if the device has been in use before.
• 📱 Make sure your smartphone has Bluetooth module and geolocation enabled.
• 📶 Check the stability of the Internet connection to register an account.

It’s also worth checking your smartphone’s operating system version. Mi Fit (or Zepp Life) requires Android 4.4 or higher or iOS 9.0 and higher to work properly. Xiaomi devices with MIUI shells are encouraged to upgrade system components to the latest available version to eliminate software conflicts with Bluetooth drivers.

Installation and configuration of the Mi Fit (Zepp Life) application

The centerpiece of the fitness bracelet management is the mobile app, which used to be the Mi Fit app, but recently Xiaomi has been moving users to the Zepp Life platform (formerly known as Amazfit). Both apps are functionally similar for basic setup, but Zepp Life gets more frequent interface and synchronization algorithm updates.

Download the application should be exclusively from official stores: Google Play Market for Android or App Store for iOS. APK-The files may result in the installation of malware or a non-working version of the program that cannot communicate correctly with the manufacturer’s servers. After installation, launch the app and create a new account or log in to an existing one using a phone number, email, or social media accounts.

Special attention should be paid to the permissions that the application will request when it first starts. To work with the bracelet, it needs access to geolocation, Bluetooth, notifications and background activity. On Xiaomi smartphones with a MIUI shell, the system can aggressively close background processes, so it is important to immediately configure autostart and remove battery restrictions for the application.

⚠️ Attention: Without geolocation (GPS) On a smartphone, the app won't be able to detect the bracelet when searching. This is a system requirement for Android to work with Bluetooth Low Energy devices, and it's impossible to bypass it with standard methods.

Once you register your profile, select the interface language and agree to the user agreement. In the main menu of the app, go to the Profile tab (the human icon in the lower right corner), where the add button for a new device is located, and this is where the direct search and pairing process begins.

Step-by-step process of connecting the bracelet

The process of pairing the Mi Band 4 with a Xiaomi phone takes no more than two minutes, if you follow the algorithm: Open the Zepp Life or Mi Fit app, go to the Add Devices section and select the Bracelet category.

At this point, the monitor itself may be asked to confirm pairing with a particular phone. The Mi Band 4 display will display the smartphone name and confirmation button (checkmark). You need to tap the bracelet screen to confirm the action. If the pin is not required, the connection will be established automatically.

In some cases, the system may request permission to create a pair through the Android system window, you must click "Plug" or "Pair" to complete the procedure. Once successfully connected, the application will prompt you to update the bracelet firmware to the current version, which is recommended to do to correct possible errors.

Configure notifications and access rights in MIUI

Xiaomi smartphones are famous for their power optimization, which is sometimes unnecessarily aggressive. To ensure that notifications from messengers and calls come to the bracelet consistently, you need to properly configure access rights. Go to Settings → Apps → All applications, find Zepp Life (or Mi Fit) and open the permissions menu.

Turn on all the permissions you need: contacts, call log, SMS, location. Pay special attention to Autostart - it must be activated. Also, in Battery or Energy Saving, select No Limits mode so that the system does not close the application in the background.

• 🔔 Allow notifications for all relevant applications.
• 🚀 Enable auto-start for the bracelet management app.
• 🔋 Set the energy saving mode "Without restrictions».
• 📍 Allow background access to geolocation (optional).

Next, go to the bracelet profile settings inside the app and select Application Notifications, where you can configure in detail which programs (WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, Instagram) are supposed to be sending vibration signals, and remember to activate Caller ID so that the caller’s name is displayed on the bracelet screen, not just the number.

⚠️ Note: If notifications have stopped coming after the update MIUI, Check the "Security" settings» → «Permits» → «Autostart.The system could reset your settings after updating the phone's firmware.

Solving Typical Bluetooth Problems

Despite the simplicity of the technology, users sometimes face connection problems, and one of the common mistakes is "Device not found" or the endless pairing process. Most often, the reason is that the bracelet has already "remembered" the phone, but the connection is broken, in which case you need to remove the device from the Bluetooth list in the phone settings and re-connect through the application.

Another common problem is to de-synchronize time or health data. If the bracelet shows the wrong time, check the time zone settings in the app and enable time synchronization with your smartphone. Also make sure that the date and time on the phone itself are set to automatic mode.

If the bracelet is constantly losing touch, try the following:

1. Reboot your smartphone and bracelet.
2. Remove the application and install it again.
3. Reset the bracelet to factory settings through the device menu.
4. Check if you have multiple applications for bracelet management (version conflict).

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If nothing helps, try connecting the bracelet to another smartphone. If the problem recurs there, the Bluetooth module of the tracker itself may be defective, and a warranty case is required.

Bluetooth Low Energy, used in the Mi Band 4, is designed to operate up to 10 meters in open space, but walls and interference can significantly reduce that radius.If you've moved too far, communication will be interrupted, but should be restored automatically when you return to range.

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90% of connection problems are solved by completely removing the device from the phone’s Bluetooth list and re-associating it exclusively through the app, not through system settings.

Additional functions and personalization

Once successfully connected, you can access a wide range of personalization settings. You can change the dial by selecting one of thousands of options in the theme store, or upload your own photos. Mi Band 4 supports changing straps, but this does not affect the work programmatically, although some third-party applications are able to recognize the color of the strap.

In the Profile section, you can set your goals by steps, distance and calories. The tracker can monitor sleep phases, heart rate 24/7 and stress levels. To activate continuous heart rate monitoring, you need to turn this feature on in the settings, which, however, will increase battery consumption.

Swimming mode is available for sports enthusiasts, as the Mi Band 4 has 5 ATM water protection. Before swimming, select the appropriate training mode so that the tracker correctly counts strokes and activity times. After swimming, be sure to rinse the bracelet with fresh water, especially if you have swam in salt water or a chlorine pool.

Remember to update the bracelet’s firmware regularly. Xiaomi engineers periodically release updates that improve sensor accuracy, add new dials and correct translation errors. Notification of a new version appears in the application automatically when you have an Internet connection.