Why Turn Off Your Fitness Bracelet and When You Really Need It
The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 fitness bracelet is not designed to be turned off frequently – its optimal mode of operation: constant on with data synchronization. However, there are situations when turning off the device becomes necessary, for example, during prolonged storage without use (more than 2 weeks), before selling or transferring to another person, and in cases of software failures when rebooting does not help.
It's important to understand the difference between turning off and resetting to factory settings. The first one simply shuts down power, keeping all the data (steps, pulse, alarm settings), the second one completely erases the information from the bracelet, returning it to the "out of the box" state. In this article, we'll talk about the first option: correctly disabling the Mi Band 3 without losing data.
Another nuance: the Mi Band 3 does not have a physical power button, so all manipulations are performed through the touch screen or the Mi Fit/Zepp Life app, which often causes confusion among new users who are used to traditional gadgets with an on/off button.
Method 1: Standard shutdown through the bracelet menu
This is the most secure and recommended method that works on all versions of the Mi Band 3 firmware.
- Wake up the bracelet screen by touching the touch area or pressing the physical button below the screen.
- Scroll the menu to the right until you find the icon "More" (three dots or a gear).
- Select Settings → Turn off (the icon with the power icon).
- Confirm the action by touching the tick or swipe to the right (depending on the firmware version).
The bracelet vibrates and goes off in 2-3 seconds. To turn it on, just plug it into the charger or pinch the touch button for 5-7 seconds.
Check the level of charge (minimum 20%)
Synchronize data with the Mi Fit application
Remove the bracelet from the list of active Bluetooth devices (optional)
Remember the current alarm clock settings
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⚠️ Note: If the bracelet does not respond to touches in the Settings menu, this may indicate damage to the touch layer or software failure.
Method 2: Forced shutdown via Mi Fit/Zepp Life
If the sensor of the bracelet does not work or you prefer to control the device via a smartphone, you can turn off the Mi Band 3 remotely.
- 📱 A smartphone bracelet-coupled (Android/iOS)
- 🔄 Active Bluetooth connections
- 📲 Installed Mi Fit application (version 4.6)+) or Zepp Life
Instructions:
- Open the Mi Fit app and go to Profile → Mi Smart Band 3.
- Slap the icon. ⋮ (three points) in upper right corner.
- Select the device settings → Turn off the bracelet.
- Confirm the action in the dialog window.
The process takes up to 10 seconds. Once turned off, the bracelet will automatically break the Bluetooth connection, and it will require physical interaction with the device (charging or holding the button) to re-energize.
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If the item "Switch off the bracelet" is not in the menu, update the Mi Fit application to the latest version or clear its cache in the smartphone settings.
Method 3: Hardware reset (if the bracelet is getting stuck)
When the Mi Band 3 doesn't respond to touch, doesn't sync with the phone, or shows a cyclical reboot, hardware reset helps. This method doesn't erase data, but returns the bracelet to a working state.
Follow the following steps:
- Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
- Connect it to the charger (even if the charge is full).
- Hold the touch button under the screen for 15-20 seconds until you feel the vibration and see the Mi logo.
- Release the button and the bracelet will reset and turn off.
If the device does not turn on after that, the problem may lie in a discharged battery (even if the indicator showed a charge) or a damaged firmware, in which case a connection to charge for 30+ minutes is required.
What if the bracelet does not vibrate when reset?
Method 4: Turn off through the engineering menu (for advanced)
This method is suitable for advanced users because it requires access to hidden bracelet settings, and it is useful if the standard methods don't work, but the bracelet still responds to touch.
Algorithm:
- Go to the bracelet menu and find the About device section (exclamation mark icon).
- Slap the firmware number 5 times in a row - it will open the engineering menu.
- In the list that appears, select Reboot → Power Off.
- Confirm swipe to the right.
Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you understand their purpose, which can lead to loss of communication with the application or incorrect operation of the sensors.
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What happens to the data when the bracelet is turned off
Many users fear that disabling Mi Band 3 will result in the loss of accumulated information.
| Type of data | Does it persist after it's turned off? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Steps and activities | ✅ Yes. | Stored in the memory of the bracelet until synchronized with the phone (up to 30 days) |
| Pulse data. | ✅ Yes. | Retained for the last 7 days (with heart rate monitoring enabled) |
| Settings for alarm clocks | ✅ Yes. | Restore after inclusion, if the reset has not been performed |
| Notifications | ❌ No. | Unread notifications are reset, but history is saved in the app |
| User profile | ✅ Yes. | Weight, height, activity targets remain unchanged |
Critical: if the bracelet is discharged to 0% in the off state, some of the unsynchronized data may be lost.
- 📲 Synchronize all data with the Mi Fit app.
- 🔋 Charge the bracelet to at least 50%.
- 📥 Save a backup of settings to the cloud (in the application settings).
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When trying to turn off Mi Band 3, users often encounter typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:
⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet does not turn on after turning off, do not try to disassemble it yourself - this will lead to loss of warranty. First check the charger and cable for performance (plug it into another gadget).
- ❌ The bracelet does not respond to touches on the menu → Clean the screen of dirt/sweat, try using another finger or stylus. If it doesn't work, perform a hardware reset (method 3).
- ❌ After turning off the bracelet immediately switched on. → This indicates a touch button sticking or a plume damage. Try gently tapping the body next to the button or contact the service.
- ❌ The application does not see the bracelet after switching on → Remove the device from the Bluetooth list on the phone, restart the smartphone and perform re-pairing.
- ❌ The bracelet vibrates, but does not turn off. → This may be due to a broken firmware. Try updating the software using the Mi Fit app.
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If the bracelet is not turned off by any means, the problem is likely to be in the hardware (battery, power controller), in which case only repairs in the service center will help.