How to change time and date on Huawei/Honor: step-by-step setup

Features of setting the time on an Honor phone

People usually use their phones to check the time, so setting it up correctly is important. The peculiarity of setting the time on an Honor phone is that you can do it in two ways:

• Manually;
• Using system capabilities.

As a rule, many users use automatic settings, when the phone itself determines the location of the person, his time zone and other factors. This is also one of the features of the device, because on other devices such a definition is rarely used or available.

It is worth noting that it is quite convenient to use automatic tuning, but it can often fail. As a rule, the phone and its time are set after the first launch. The user can either independently set the required time or trust the system. The peculiarity is that you can subsequently change the time as the user needs; even after the first setting, you can enter the clock and correct some of the entered data.

The system is completely under the control of the user. This is not the case on other devices, so the settings will be different from others.

Note! Also, the settings between the Honors themselves will differ. It all depends on what firmware is installed on the device, what capabilities are given to users by developers, and which are blocked.

What applications are needed to connect a smart watch to a phone?

Smart Watch synchronizes with Android using free applications downloaded from the Play Market.

• WearOS is the official application from Google;
• Mediatek Smart Service - a program for synchronizing devices running on the MediaTek processor;
• BT Notification is a Chinese alternative to Android Wear, can be installed on both gadgets and is suitable for any watch.

List of applications for popular smart watch models for Android:

How to set the time on your Honor phone manually

Setting the time manually is convenient if the user lives in one time zone, but needs to know the time in another, so you really need to use self-entry. On an Honor phone, manual installation can be performed using the following algorithm:

1. First you need to unlock your device and open the start screen. Typically, it is immediately presented to the user;
2. On the start screen, you need to open a shortcut called “Settings”. It is located in the place where the user previously placed it. It resembles a gear on a gray background;

3. Going to the settings, we find a section such as “System”. It is responsible for all basic functions, including time and date;

4. Now we find the “date and time” section. Tap on it and move on;

5. Disable the “auto-tuning” option by moving the slider to the inactive state;
6. Now the “Date” and “Time” fields will automatically open to the user;

7. Click on the “Time” item. A special window will open in which the person must set the parameters he needs. After they are established, click on the agreement, that is, “Ok”.

Let's leave this section. Now the user can see that the time that he set himself has been set. If autotuning constantly fails, then you can use the manual method. It, of course, may be inaccurate, but the user will live according to the time he needs.

What is Huawei Health

Huawei's Health application is designed to track various indicators provided by wearable devices - electronic fitness bracelets, smart watches, and others. You can enter information from smart scales into the program and track changes in weight and body fat percentage.

Main functions

All applications related to health monitoring and sports have approximately the same functionality. Huawei Health works on all Android devices, including all smartphones and tablets from Honor and Huawei, as well as on gadgets running iOS and iPadOS on iPhone and iPad, respectively. All reports on the operation of wearable devices are transmitted to the smartphone in real time.

The Health program has the following functions:

• Keeping a training diary, taking into account their type and time spent;
• Control of getting up in the morning and overall sleep quality (sleep and its phases are tracked using a fitness bracelet or Huawei Health on the watch);
• Monitor distance traveled, total number of steps to complete daily goal, display pedometer on lock screen;
• Obtaining and systematizing data on heartbeat during training;
• Monitoring calories burned during daytime activity, including calorie deductions during walking and exercise;
• Adding and monitoring the execution of training and health goals;
• Systematization of weight data and automatic data updating if the scales are “smart”;
• Several types of cardio training that allow you to take into account the characteristics of cross-country running and in the gym;
• Monitoring achievements when using the program.
• Other functions depending on the devices used with the application.

Analogs

There are a large number of applications on Google Play that are similar in functionality. They differ in the team of developers who created the program and in certain individual features that are present in some applications and not in others.

Select apps, such as Nike Training Club, provide workout plans to help you develop and improve your fitness. Such programs do not have sleep monitoring or any additional features, but there are a large number of sports programs that are selected individually based on gender, age, weight or general activity.

Mi Fit

An analogue of “Health” from Huawei is Mi Fit, an application for tracking activity and sleep indicators from Xiaomi. The user can set desired goals to achieve a certain weight, as well as set the number of steps he must take per day.

The program allows you to track your weight and synchronizes well with fitness bracelets from Xiaomi and generally any other companies, and all Mi bracelets can be paired with various third-party applications and use them as the main one. While Honor Band only works with the original program from Huawei. More details about the functionality of Mi Fit can be found on Google Play.

Google Fit

The program was developed by Google with the help of WHO (World Health Organization) and AHA (American Heart Association) to keep a training diary, track health indicators and monitor compliance with the body's activity over a long time. The user can receive reports on the work done during the day, general indicators for the week, month and year.

With Google fit you can:

1. Monitor the progress of training, take into account the specifics of its implementation and monitor the pulse during sports.
2. Set health-related goals - gaining muscle mass, losing weight, or doing workouts to generally strengthen the body.
3. Monitor any activity, not just workouts. For example, walking to work, or an evening walk, or taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
4. Receive advice on playing sports, depending on the general condition of the body - underweight or overweight, high or low activity during the week, or taking into account the age characteristics of the body.

The Google Fit app works with multiple apps, allowing the user to sync data across devices, get that data in real time, and track progress.

Any programs and utilities for monitoring sports activities and health status work approximately the same. The interface, icon placement, and some functions are different, but overall the applications are the same.

How to auto-set time

Auto-tuning is also convenient. It may get confusing from time to time, but it can be solved. It is worth talking about this problem in more detail below. If we look at the whole process, enabling auto-tuning is very simple. As a rule, the function is activated from the very first time you turn on the phone.

Auto settings works in such a way that it tracks the time zone where the user lives and sets the time that corresponds to his location. To enable this function, you also need to go to the settings, and through them to the section where you previously set the time manually. This section is called “Date and Time”, and it is located in the “system” block.

Now you need to switch the toggle switch in the “auto-tuning” line to the active state, so the system will independently determine the time. She does this according to the time zone.

Note! If the system incorrectly determines the time zone, then in the same section you can correct it and set the correct one.

Installing and setting up Huawei Health

For all smartphones that were sold with EMUI 8.0 and higher, downloading and installing it from Google Play or 4PDA, or from any other source is not required. Users only need to update the program to the latest version and use it for its intended purpose. The instructions for use are quite simple, since all the functionality is intuitive. You will learn further about how to use the application and how to make settings.

Health app

Thanks to the installed Huawei Wear application, you can quickly connect the sports bracelet with your smartphone. But in addition to this program, there is also a standard Health application, which can be found on any modern Huawei or Honor smartphone.

With this application you can monitor your lifestyle and activity on a daily basis.

You can connect a sports bracelet to your smartphone via the Health application as follows:

• go to the Health application;
• Scroll down and in the “Devices” section select “Smart Bracelet”;
• then in the menu that appears, select the model of the Huawei sports bracelet;
• After the model is selected, you should click the “Pair” button.

In this case, the sports bracelet must be turned on. You should also turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone for pairing.

Download from Google Play or App Store

The first step is to download the application from Google Play, AppGallery or App Store depending on your device. AppGallery is the official application store from Huawei, which was created in response to sanctions from the US government. Smartphone owners do not have to worry; the sanctions do not affect them in any way. Minor difficulties may arise with the new Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro, but now you can install all Google services on them or wait until the applications appear in the AppGallery.

To install “Health” you will need:

1. Launch the application store on the device.
2. In the search bar, enter the name of the application “Huawei Health” or “Huawei Health”.
3. Open the program tab.
4. Click on the “Install” button.
5. Wait for installation and configure the application as you wish.

Screenshots were taken on the Huawei P20 Pro smartphone in the AppGallery application store. The installation instructions in this store are no different from the procedure in any other store. Since this smartphone had EMUI version higher than 8.0 when purchased, the program is pre-installed, so instead of the “Install” button there is an “Open” button.

How to set the time on the home screen on Honor and Huawei

All the programs that the user needs in his further work are installed on the desktop. Setting a clock on your desktop is a good idea. This way they will always be in a visible place, at any moment you can see the time, track it, and not be late for a particular hour.

In order for a person to install a special dial on their phone, they need to perform a couple of actions:

1. First, you need to hold your finger on any empty spot on the phone. If the user has done everything correctly, the screen itself will open settings in which a person can move icons and add widgets;
2. The clock itself is a widget. Widgets are located at the bottom of the settings. Click on the appropriate item;
3. All those “applications” of the system that the user can install on the home screen open. Select the desired “Clock” widget;
4. We click on it. The phone will automatically move it to the location where you can install it on the phone.

A watch face will appear on the screen of the owner of an Honor phone, which can be used to track time.

Note! Different versions have different dials.

Connection methods

To properly connect a smartwatch to an Android or iOS phone, you need to consider not only the operating system in both devices, but also the pairing method.

All watches connect via Bluetooth (except for children's ones), and there are two pairing options:

1. Via a mobile application.
2. Through the Bluetooth settings on your phone.

In most cases, to link a smart watch to an Android phone, you just need to install the Wear OS application. But there are models where the manufacturer indicates its software in the instructions, as well as instructions for pairing and further work in tandem with a mobile device.

If you need to connect your watch to your phone via Bluetooth, you will not need to install any additional software. Below we will describe in detail how to do this.

Using examples of different operating systems of your gadgets, we will give instructions on how to link a wearable device to a smartphone.

How to set up a clock using a widget

You can also set up the clock using a widget that the user installed earlier. This is very convenient, because there is no need to look for a specific item in the settings. This is an easier and faster way to enter data and go to the phone settings. In order to set the clock via the widget, you need the following:

• First, you need to unlock your phone and open the start screen or the one on which the widget itself is located;
• Click on the clock widget;
• After this, the alarm clock opens. On different Honor firmwares it is excellent, but the thing that always remains is that there is a “settings” item on the bottom panel. We tap on it;
• The system will automatically take the user to the watch settings. There he can choose either manual or automatic method.

This method has the advantage that there is no need to look for a specialized section in the settings themselves. It is enough to go to the widget, which is always located in a visible place for the user. This is convenient, so this method is available on the user’s system settings shelf.

Connecting a Huawei bracelet with a phone

Undoubtedly, every user of a Huawei sports bracelet wants to use all the functions to the maximum. To do this, you should synchronize your fitness tracker with your smartphone to gain access to all the functions of the device.

To connect the bracelet to your phone, you first need to install the Huawei Wear application specialized for this purpose. To do this, it is best to use the Google Play service.

After the application is installed on your phone, you need to turn on Bluetooth and launch Huawei Wear. For these purposes, you can also open the Health application if you have a smartphone of the same model (Huawei or Honor). By the way, here you do not need to log into your personal account.

Huawei Wear app

If the owner of the smartphone is not from Huawei/Honor or does not want to use the standard Health application, then after the Huawei Wear program, you need to launch it.

After the application opens, the user will have to agree to the terms of use of Huawei Wear, as well as register their account. The screen displays instructions on what needs to be indicated to the owner of the bracelet. Everything is intuitive and logical. The user only needs to indicate their gender, date of birth, weight at the time of device registration, height, and the desired number of steps per day. You also need to come up with a nickname for yourself and, if desired, put an avatar.

Thanks to simple instructions, you can easily synchronize the fitness bracelet with your phone. The general steps for connecting the tracker and smartphone are as follows:

• download the Huawei Wear app;
• turn on the sports bracelet and Bluetooth on your phone;
• open the Huawei Wear application;
• in the list, click on “smart bracelet”;
• confirm pairing with the device by pressing a key on the fitness tracker;
• register in the Huawei Wear application;
• If necessary, wait for the firmware update.

How to set the time using apps

The user can even use applications from third-party developers that offer assistance with system settings. In fact, this method is only convenient if a person does not know how to work with the settings. For it you need to have an Internet connection in order to install the program - widget - through an official source.

Using the example of a program such as Clock Sync App, you can see how to configure a widget. A more detailed overview of the program is worth watching in this video

In order to set the time using utilities, you should:

1. Unlock your phone and enter the Play Store. The program will be downloaded through it;

2. After that, search for the program by name and install it;
3. This program, after opening, prompts the user to select both automatic and manual modes.

Essentially, the program is the same settings, only additional functions are available in it in the form of synchronization, updates and other little things.

Date And Time Settings Shortcut - will help you set the correct time on Honor

Another way to set the clock correctly on Honor is to use the “Date And Time Settings Shortcut” application.

The application is available on the Play Market

This application is a convenient tool for quickly switching to date and time settings options, followed by their transformation as described above.

Using the application is very simple. Just open it, tap on the big button in the center (OPEN!), and you will go to the date and time settings of your phone.

Click on the big “OPEN!” button in the center

Why does the time on Honor's phone go wrong?

Time can go wrong for various reasons. Sometimes they are hidden in the fact that the developers sent the firmware with some problems, and sometimes the problem is that the phone system is clogged and there is no place where all the data can be synchronized.

This is true. To fix this, you can simply clear the cache, and also try resetting the device to factory settings if the problem does not solve. You can watch this video in more detail about this process.

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What happens after a factory reset?

The phone will simply return to the state in which it was originally. In this case, the user will lose all data.

How does cache affect time?

The cache is where data is stored. If there is no room for it on the phone, then the data simply will not sync. They will have nowhere to be stored.

How does a mobile operator affect time?

The phone can use it to track what time zone a person lives in. If the mobile tower gives an error, then the system gets confused and gives the wrong time. This can really be a big hindrance to the device.

ClockSync is a convenient application for setting up your smartphone system on Android

The ClockSync application has a very high rating on the Play Market, and no wonder. After all, the functionality of this application allows you to synchronize the system time of your Honor via the Internet via the NTP protocol with proven exact time servers. The program will be especially useful if your mobile operator does not work with NITZ (automatic time synchronization), or sends you the wrong time, or your clock automatically runs backwards or forwards.

The Clocksync app has a high rating on the Play Store

This application offers two operating modes:

The “Clocksync” application will show the difference between system and exact time.
Among other features of the application, we note the display of the last synchronization time, manual setting of the time zone offset, detailed information about the NTP server, and more.

Bonus: the best clock widgets

A widget is something that decorates a phone. The user can install an additional one to enhance his phone. All programs can be downloaded through the Play Market.

The first widget is the Jelly Beam Clock Widget. It has a primarily modest analog clock design that will not only appeal to minimalists, but also looks like an interesting time design option in the form of six simple sticks. A great option for those who don't want frills.

The second widget is ClockQ. It is worth noting that its difference is that it changes its own appearance, the user can customize it independently. The numbers can also be changed. It is possible not only to change designs, but also its directions and colors. You can connect weather information, and if you pay extra, you can not only get rid of advertising, but also open additional designs. Really great selection. The widget itself represents the time, date and battery status.

The third and final clock widget is the DashWidget. It is incredibly modest, unremarkable, but very comfortable. It is worth noting that an extended version is available, in which you can further manage the settings. The widget not only shows the time, but also the weather, alarm clock, and also messages that come to the device. This widget is especially relevant for those who do not want to miss messages, calls, or important events.

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Can it connect to other phones?

By following the instructions, you can connect the smart bracelet to any phone. But to work with such smartphones, you will also need to download and install the Huawei Wear utility. You can find it in the Google Play market.

After installing Huawei Wear, you need to open the program and follow further instructions: confirm the user agreement, register and provide your own data, including weight and height. Then you need to connect the wireless connection and find Honor Band 4 in the list that opens. To complete pairing, press the corresponding button on the bracelet.

Bottom line

We have provided you with instructions on how to connect your watch to your Android phone and iPhone. Before pairing two devices, we recommend that you read the manual included with the wearable gadget. Find out how the connection to your smartphone should occur: through a special application or through Bluetooth settings.

When connecting, carefully read the recommendations and tips in each of the steps that will help you complete the procedure correctly.

Write in the comments if you have any difficulties connecting your phone to a smart watch, and if you have found ways to solve the problem.

Troubleshooting Tips

During the connection process, switching difficulties may arise. Let's look at ways to solve the problem for different operating systems.

For Android

If you cannot connect your watch to your Samsung phone on Android, do the following:

• update the application on your smartphone;
• check that Bluetooth is turned on;
• restart your smart watch and phone;
• make sure that the devices are not in airplane mode and are located next to each other;
• if the signal is weak, reset the settings by removing the device and storing it in memory using the same scheme.

For iOS

If you are unable to connect your watch to your iOS phone, do the following:

• install the update on your iPhone;
• check the bluetooth connection;
• turn both devices on and off;
• Try syncing your devices manually.

As a rule, the tips given are enough to connect a Samsung watch to an Android or iOS phone. If any difficulties arise, you can always refer to the instructions that come with the device.

System updates needed

The watch will not connect to your Google smartphone if the minimum working updates are not installed:

• Google Play - no lower than 7.3;
• SearchApp - from 4.0;
• Android Wear - 1.1.

Weak watch battery

The watch does not connect if the battery is not charged, and also if it does not hold a charge. Bluetooth connection is one of the most energy-consuming processes for any gadget.

Reasons why the watch battery may be overcharged:

1. The Google Now app runs in the background and drains battery. You will need to put it into sleep mode.
2. Interruption of wireless Internet connection. Constantly searching for a network increases battery consumption.
3. System applications reduce battery capacity through automatic synchronization. You need to disable all unused applications.
4. Problems in the OS. If the smartphone runs on Android 7, the firmware itself may consume an excessive amount of energy. Update required.

Notifications do not appear on the watch display

The problem is solved by rebooting the gadgets and resynchronizing. It is also recommended to check the operation of the application installed on your smartphone, update it and restart it.

Find out the reasons why a smart watch gives an error in the review Smart watch gives an error - we fix it ourselves.

Why is there no pairing?

This situation occurs in the case of several parallel connections via Bluetooth. To solve this, you need to cut off third-party connections.