Instructions: how to link a bank card to Mi Band NFC

How to distinguish Mi Band 4 from a fake

One of the first problems that a buyer of a Xiaomi Mi Band 4 tracker may encounter is purchasing a fake Mi Band 4. It is difficult to distinguish it from the original, especially since there are different regional versions. They can have different sizes and strap material.

To avoid buying a fake, you need to know some features of the original tracker:

• The strap bears the model name and ID inscription, which shines when exposed to light.
• The color of the strap is deep black, while the fake one is green
• Color display, high image brightness
• The strap itself bends easily
• All components must bear the MI mark
• The original version quickly connects to the Mi Fit application, the fake version does not connect at all
• The fitness bracelet is sealed in transparent plastic film. If it is not there, then it is a fake, or someone has already used the tracker.

How to connect Mi Band 5 to your phone

Mi Band 5, not paired with a smartphone, is just a nondescript toy from Xiaomi that doesn’t even perform the functions of a regular watch. So, the time and date are automatically adjusted to the data from the phone.

The bracelet interacts equally with smartphones based on Android and iOS. The instructions below on how to connect Mi Band 5 to a phone remain relevant for any OS and model of mobile device.

1. Enable wireless communication modules - Wi-Fi or mobile Internet to download the latest firmware and Bluetooth directly to pair devices. Also enable location services.
2. Download or launch the already installed Mi Fit application.

3. Log in using any convenient method if you have already used the service, or create a new account. Registration is linked to email. Follow the prompts, study the rules, fill out your profile and allow access to the requested parameters.
4. Click on the plus sign in the upper right corner of the main application window or on “Add device” in the “Profile” tab. In the window that opens, select the type of device, in this case a bracelet, and agree to collect statistics.

5. Bring the bracelet as close to your smartphone as possible when it starts searching for available devices. The detected gadget will respond with vibration and ask you to confirm pairing - just tap the check mark on the display.
6. Watch the introductory presentation in the application and click “Try”, thereby starting the Mi Band 5 firmware update. Keep the devices close to avoid software glitches.

The fitness bracelet is connected to the smartphone, and you can start setting it up. The interface language will automatically change to the one used on the mobile device. To translate into the desired language, you can go to the settings: the “Profile” tab, go to the menu of the Mi Smart Band 5 device (Chinese version without the Smart prefix), tap on the corresponding line, select “Language”.

How to measure your pulse

It's easy to measure your heart rate with the Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet. But the results obtained do not always correspond to the real ones. And it’s not just about the permissible error, which is about 5%. The pulse must be measured correctly:

• The mi band 4 device is installed on the hand so that its capsule is located above the bone
• The strap is fastened so that it fits tightly to the skin, but does not squeeze the hand. A barely noticeable mark should remain on its surface after removing the bracelet.

If you place the device higher or lower, loosen or tighten the strap on your hand, the measurement error will increase.

Increased autonomy

One of the problems of any device is the need to recharge. Everyone wants to have as much battery life as possible. You can extend it by following these steps:

• Disable always-on Bluetooth syncing
• The need to constantly measure your pulse only arises during heavy loads - jogging, competitions. The rest of the time, the function can be turned off, just like the Sleep Assistant. This will increase the working time from 3 to 5 days
• It is convenient if the screen is activated with every turn of the hand. But refusing this option will add 1 day of autonomy

Music and camera control

The latest version of the Mi Band 4 fitness tracker allows you to control music directly from the bracelet. In the global version, to do this you need to swipe left or right to open the pre-installed application for managing music and video. Here you can not only turn tracks on or off, you can switch them and adjust the volume.

The application can control the music player, video viewing programs and YouTube. The Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet connects to the phone simultaneously with Bluetooth headphones. Therefore, now you do not need to take out your smartphone every time to control the media player.

Unfortunately, you cannot control music during a workout, that is, after the workout mode is started on the bracelet.

Review of the Xiaomi Mi Band 4C (Xiaomi Redmi Band) smart bracelet: six months of use

The bracelet was purchased as a pre-order in April, when the global version did not even exist yet, and in China it was sold under the name Redmi Band. The first bracelet from Redmi interested me with its “rough” design with a completely flat screen and thinking that, as previously happened with Mi Band bracelets, when the international version comes out, I will simply update the firmware and get the Russian language. But “it didn’t work out as expected” and after the release of the global version, which was already called Xiaomi Mi Band 4C (they actually took the bracelet away from Redmi), the firmware was not updated and the Russian language did not appear. Even after 6 months, there is no Russian language and probably never will be, so we have to be content with English. It is worth noting that the Xiaomi Mi Band 4C and Redmi Band bracelets are actually the same thing and differ only in language support. Why doesn't the manufacturer want to release an update that will add Russian? Dont clear. But those who, like me, hoped for an update in the future, were left with an unpleasant aftertaste. Nevertheless, the bracelet is quite interesting and very inexpensive, so I still decided to review it. I'll leave a link to the global version

find out the price for the global version of Xiaomi Mi Band 4C

Content

• Packaging and equipment
• Appearance, design and ergonomics
• Screen
• Functionality of the bracelet
• Working hours
• Application features
• Results

Video version of the review

Packaging and equipment

The packaging is colorful, but very flimsy, as a result of which many people note that upon receipt it is very wrinkled. My case is no exception: the box was slightly flattened and lost its presentation. There is no need to worry too much about the contents, as the bracelet is not fragile and can easily withstand the rigors of delivery. The front part shows a bracelet model.

On the back side we can find the characteristics, but for convenience I translated them:

• Compatible with Android 4.4 and above or iOS 10 and above
• Bluetooth 5
• Moisture protection: 5ATM
• Battery: 130 mAh (provides battery life up to 14 days)
• Screen: 1.08″ TFT with a resolution of 128x220
• Weight: 13g

Inside I found only a bracelet and instructions with a link to the proprietary application. There is no separate charger provided, because the bracelet can be charged directly from USB; to do this, you just need to remove the strap from one side, but more on that a little later...

Appearance, design and ergonomics

The bracelet contrasts favorably against the background of the remnants with which the market is filled, and this is what captivates it. Of course, this design will not be to everyone’s taste, but the model looks very original: flat rectangular glass, sharp chopped edges.

You can easily stick a protective film on the screen and it will stick without peeling off at the edges. Many users note that glass without film scratches quickly, although I didn’t get a single scratch during the entire period of use. True, I don’t wear them all the time, often alternating them with other watches and bracelets. I love all kinds of wearable technology. To control the bracelet, it is proposed to use the touch button under the screen; the screen itself is also touch-sensitive and understands gestures (swipes).

The clasp is the same as that of the Mi Band. It holds tightly and does not unfasten itself. But if it is unsuccessfully caught on clothing, then such a scenario is theoretically possible, so it’s worth keeping an eye on it. I have no problems with this, but I know a person who has already lost 2 bracelets in this way (Mi Band 3 and Mi Band 4).

To recharge, no additional devices are used here; you just need to remove the strap from the bottom. One of the inconveniences is that the strap is quite difficult to remove and it hasn’t gotten better in half a year. Although this may be good, because it will not come off on its own and the bracelet will not be lost.

This solution allows you to charge the bracelet at any time, anywhere where there is a free USB connector. Well, you don’t have to worry that the charging capsule or cable will get lost somewhere.

The second part of the strap is removed in the same way. Replacement straps of other colors are available for sale, so replacing them with something else over time will not be difficult. The material of the complete strap is thermopolyurethane: durable, soft and pleasant to the body. It does not cause skin irritation, even if you wear the bracelet around the clock (which is what I actually do).

On the back side is a typical plethysmographic sensor for reading pulse.

Screen

The screen here is quite good, although in terms of contrast it is of course inferior to the same OLED in Mi Band 4 and Mi Band 5. Nevertheless, the image on it is quite bright and detailed, graininess is not noticeable.

The maximum brightness is enough for the screen content to be clearly readable outdoors.

There are quite a lot of different dials, currently there are 82 varieties and the number continues to grow. Everyone can find something they like. I will show you a full list of watch faces later, but for now a couple of random ones.

In general, the external component of the bracelet can only be praised. In fact, for pennies, Xiaomi made a decent bracelet with an unusual design.

Functionality of the bracelet

The information on the home screen varies depending on the theme you choose, but typically includes a large digital clock, a date in smaller font, and daily pedometer readings. The first item is called status and shows the daily pedometer indicators: the number of steps taken, distance and calories burned. There is also a separate section where you can find out how many times you were “kicked” for low activity throughout the day.

The next section is heart rate. Here you can measure your heart rate on demand, automatic settings are only available in the application. The accuracy is at the level of other bracelets: I turned on heart rate monitors and Amazfit Bip, Mi Band 4 and Mi Band 4C at the same time - the results are the same + - 1-2 beats. This is not surprising, since the sensors are very similar, perhaps even the same.

The next section is training, where various modes are available: running outside, treadmill, cycling, walking, etc.

Depending on the mode, various information is displayed on the screen: time, calories, pulse, distance. If this is for example running on the street, then the GPS of your smartphone is additionally used and then the workout can be viewed on a map with more accurate statistics. You can pause the workout at any time, after which the bracelet will temporarily stop taking readings.

Next comes the weather with daily indicators, the information is pulled up from a smartphone. The next section is notifications. Even the Chinese version understands the Cyrillic alphabet, although of course it doesn’t look very good - there is an extra space after each letter, which greatly reduces the readability of the text. In the global version, Russian text looks good, without being stretched out by unnecessary spaces.

The functions here are the same as in other Mi Bands: you can reset the call or put it on silent; to answer you need to take out your smartphone. I also want to note the good vibration, it is certainly not as powerful as that of expensive smartwatches, but even under winter clothes I can clearly feel it, and in the morning it wakes me up without any problems when using a silent alarm clock.

The last section contains additional features and settings, such as the “do not disturb” mode, where you can temporarily turn off vibration from notifications. There are alarms, but you can only add a new one through the app.

Next are themes, i.e. skins or dials. The bracelet stores 3 watch faces in memory; you can download new ones from the application. A very useful function is to control the smartphone player, convenient when playing sports or on a walk, when the smartphone is in your pocket, and you can use the bracelet to switch tracks and adjust the volume. The player can also be quickly accessed by swiping to the right from the main screen.

As additional tools, we are offered a stopwatch and a timer, and there is a search for your smartphone. The Chinese version has Alipay, but it doesn’t work for us, so it’s of no use.

In the settings you can adjust the screen brightness (in winter, a medium level is enough, in summer you have to turn it up to maximum), reboot the bracelet, reset the settings to factory settings and view information about the firmware.

Working hours

Depends on the usage scenarios, so I can only give my example:

• gesture of turning on the screen by waving your hand is disabled
• maximum screen brightness
• constant connection with a smartphone via Bluetooth
• notifications from instant messengers, calls and SMS on the screen
• automatic round-the-clock heart rate monitoring with a frequency of 1 minute

In this mode, I charge the watch once every 7-10 days, depending on the number of calls, messages, workouts, etc. Reduce the heart rate measurement rate, turn down the brightness a little and the promised 2 weeks will be achieved. Everything is fair here.

Application features

The app is called Xiaomi Wear and is functionally similar to Mi Fit. I recommend that owners of the Chinese version of Redmi Band install this version (mod), it forces the clock to be translated into English. In the standard version of the application from the market, you will receive Chinese on your watch. The application itself is in Russian. You add a device, a connection occurs and the application is ready to use. On the “device” tab there are basic settings for notifications, alarms and watch faces. Let's look at everything in more detail.

Here are some more dials (this is not all) to assess their level. The themes vary: from minimalism to anime, there is plenty to choose from.

You can add several alarm clocks, I have 5 of them and it is possible to add more, perhaps there are no restrictions on their number at all. In notifications, you can select absolutely any application, not just from a specific list. Be it instant messengers, or any games, everything will be displayed on the bracelet screen. Of course, there are notifications about an incoming call with a name or phone number displayed.

In additional settings, you can select the frequency of automatic heart rate measurement and enable notification when a specified threshold is exceeded. This is convenient for running when you need to keep your heart rate in a certain zone. It also includes gesture activation of the screen, reminders to warm up during low physical activity, and the weather. Also in this section you can view information about the firmware and update to the latest version.

The second tab is responsible for indicators and statistics; here you can find information about steps taken, heart rate, physical activity and sleep quality.

Readings are available both per day and for a selected period of time. The statistics are quite detailed and by analyzing them you can adjust your lifestyle, add sports or improve the quality of your sleep. In principle, the bracelet has typical capabilities for its class and is very similar in function to other Mi Band bracelets.

Next is the “health” tab with programs for maintaining physical fitness. This functionality is designed for the domestic market and therefore everything here is in Chinese; this is not interesting for us. In the last section, you can edit your personal information, enter your basic parameters (height, weight) and adjust other settings, such as allowing access to background activity and other applications.

Results

As you can see, the bracelet is functionally no different from the same Mi Band 4; we are offered a standard set: pedometer, heart rate monitor, notifications + monitoring of all main indicators. The differences are mainly cosmetic. Again, in comparison with the classic Mi Band 4, the Mi Band 4C bracelet was made cheaper and the design was significantly redesigned. The screen is simpler, yes. But in principle he is not bad. The rest, plus or minus, is the same: the accuracy of the heart rate monitor and pedometer is the same, and so is the vibration. Autonomy is up to 2 weeks, but when using automatic heart rate measurement and active use it is more likely 7 - 10 days, which is also good. Who can I recommend this model to? Yes, anyone who is satisfied with the functionality of a typical fitness bracelet, but wants to wear on his hand not a remnant in the form of Mi Band 4/5, but something else, brutal and rough. Did I like the bracelet? The impressions were mixed. The bracelet itself is quite good and there are no complaints after 6 months of periodic use. But the setup from Xiaomi with its reluctance to release an update that will add the Russian language is a little upsetting. On the other hand, there is English and this is quite an alternative.

find out the price for the global version of Xiaomi Mi Band 4C

How to fix notifications

The Xiaomi fitness bracelet can display incoming messages on your smartphone. In this case, the display shows the icon of the application from which it came, the name of the subscriber and the text of the message itself. Sometimes the text does not fit on the display, because only 100-120 characters fit here. To read the message in full, you need to scroll through the text. A notification can contain up to 210 characters in total.

If the message contained images or emoticons, the recipient will not see them. Unless instead of the emoji itself, “smile” will be indicated in brackets. The Mi Band 4 can store up to 10 notifications in its memory. Once they are read, they can be deleted manually. The deletion occurs simultaneously from the bracelet and the phone, so it does not matter on which device it was done.

You cannot respond to notifications from the bracelet. There is no way to enlarge the font without using third-party applications. People with low vision need to pay attention to this.

Over time, the bracelet begins to show notifications with a delay, or does not show them at all. To correct the situation, check whether the application is allowed to run in the background. For iOS smartphones, in the settings of the Mi Fit application, you can also activate “Other” in the list of selected applications.

Connecting a card

To connect the card to the bracelet:

1. Open “profile” - “fitness bracelet”.

2. Select a bank card (works only with Master Card) and enter your card details (number, date, CVC/CVV2).

3. Confirm them via SMS.
4. Ready. You can go to the store and check its performance.
5. On Mi Band, select your card and you will have a 60 second window to pay for your purchase.

Fact!
Even if your phone is not nearby, you can pay for your purchase via NFC using the bracelet.

Payment via NFC

Devices with NFC chips are popular despite the fact that communication is not always supported outside the device’s homeland – China. Three versions of the Mi Band 4 fitness tracker have been created:

• Chinese version with NFC module
• Chinese version without NFC chip
• Global version without NFC

Russian language is available after connecting to a smartphone in all versions.

It is not difficult to visually distinguish the version with NFC; its touch button is indicated by an É icon instead of a circle. But the presence of a chip will not allow you to make payments via Mi Band 4. Even in China they are used only for reading and emulating some cards, including transport ones. And work with the Alpay payment system is supported using a QR code system.

The bracelet with the chip has a microphone with which you can control the Xiaomi Smart Home. But he only understands Chinese, so the benefit of the chip looks dubious. But the module has a negative effect on the autonomy of the device. He reduces it by 5 days, from 22 to 15 days. The battery capacity is 125 and 135 mAh, respectively.

Instructions: how to link a bank card to Mi Band NFC

Some Mi Band series smart bracelets offer not only powerful capabilities for tracking physical activity and sleep, as well as viewing notifications, but also the ability to make contactless payments for purchases in stores. This is truly a very convenient feature that does not require a smartphone. Let's look at how to activate this function in the Mi Band fitness tracker and link a bank card.

Which bracelets support contactless payments?

In Russia, two models of the Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelet with NFC support are officially sold - these are Mi SmartBand 4 NFC (MGW4059RU) and Mi Smart Band 6 NFC (BHR4954GL).

Mi Band 4 NFC appeared on the Russian market in 2022, and Mi Band 6 NFC appeared on the shelves of Russian stores quite recently - in the fall of 2022. As of summer 2022, Russia became the first country in the world after China where Xiaomi launched its payment service Mi Pay (Xiaomi Pay).

Important: these instructions are only relevant for official versions of Mi Band NFC sold in Russia. There are also versions of Mi Band with NFC for the Chinese market. They work great in China, but do not support the contactless payment function in the Russian Federation. We do not recommend using modified APKs, as this may pose a risk to your funds.

What cards can be linked to the bracelet?

The payment function of Mi Band NFC 4 and Mi Band NFC 6 was developed in collaboration with the Mastercard payment system. You can only connect Mastercard cards; you will not be able to set up payments using Visa, Mir and Zolotaya Korona cards.

As of the end of 2022, Xiaomi Mi Band smart bracelets support contactless payment with cards from 15 Russian banks, as well as the electronic payment service YuMoney (formerly Yandex.Money). Full list of banks:

• Alfa Bank
• JSC "Credit Europe Bank (Russia)"
• Bank "Soyuz"
• Bank opening"
• Russian Standard Bank"
• VTB
• Gazprombank
• Moscow Credit Bank (MCB)
• MTS bank
• Payment system YuMoney (formerly Yandex.Money)
• Post Bank
• PSB (Promsvyazbank)
• Raiffeisenbank
• Rosbank
• RosselkhozBank
• Tinkoff Bank

Xiaomi promises to expand the number of issuing banks, but for now you will not be able to use cards from Sberbank, Sovcombank and other, less popular Russian banks. As an alternative, you can create a digital card for yourself in the YuMoney service and transfer money there from the cards of these banks without commission.

In our example, we will use the Tinkoff Black debit card. You can read the detailed conditions and apply for a card using the link.

How to set up contactless payments in Mi Band NFC

To start using contactless payments, you need to set up this functionality and link your card. It's easy to do, just follow these steps:

• First, you need to go to the official Mi Fit application or install it if you have not already done so.
• If you're setting up a new device, you'll need to add it first. Go to Profile > My Devices > Add Device . Select the Bracelet and follow the on-screen prompts. If the device is already linked, then go to Profile > My devices and select Mi Band 4 NFC or Mi Band 6 NFC.
• On the next screen, select the Bank cards . You can now scan your card using your smartphone camera or enter your payment details manually. Please provide your card number, expiration date and CVC/CVV security code.
• Wait while synchronization with servers completes. This process can take up to 5 minutes. If you failed to link the card, you can try again.
• All is ready! The card is linked. If necessary, you can repeat these steps and add 5 more cards (a total of 6 cards are supported).

Note: to increase the level of security, go to Mi Fit in the Laboratory and set a four-digit code to unlock your Mi Band. When the function is activated, the code will need to be entered each time the bracelet is removed from your hand, as well as once a day. This feature will help protect against loss of money if the device is lost or stolen.

How to pay for purchases using Mi Band 4 NFC / Mi Band 6 NFC

To pay for your purchases using your bracelet, follow these steps:

• the Cards section in the main menu on the bracelet .
• Using swipes, select the bank card with which you want to pay. Click on the arrow button.
• The payment mode will be activated, the validity period of which is 60 seconds. During this time interval, you need to bring the Mi Smart Band NFC to the payment terminal for the transaction to go through. If the time runs out, you will have to re-activate the payment mode.

FAQ:

Is it possible to link Troika or another transport card?

Unfortunately, this option is not provided. This functionality is available in Chinese versions of Mi Band and works successfully in China. We hope that in the future such an opportunity will appear for Russian users of the bracelet.

What happens if the bracelet is lost?

If you have enabled additional protection in the Laboratory , then an unauthorized person will not be able to access payment functions until they select the required combination. During this time, you can safely block or freeze the card and inform the bank about what happened.

Will my card details end up on Chinese servers? What about security?

The payment technology was developed by Mastercard, which used its decades of expertise to create the most secure experience possible. Therefore, there is no need to worry about this.

How many cards can I link?

Xiaomi Mi Band supports linking up to 6 Mastercards.

Is a smartphone required for payment?

No, just the bracelet itself is enough. The Mi Band may not have a connection with the smartphone at the time of payment.

Possible mistakes:

Can't link a card. Before that there was the Chinese Mi Band.

Most likely, you created your account in the region of China, not Russia, and it is not suitable for working with bank cards. You should create a new account and sync it with the bracelet.

Water protection

Officially, the manufacturer stated that the fitness bracelet can withstand immersion in cold, clean water at 50 m, which is 5 ATM. In fact, when moving, such pressure is created even with a quick dive of 1 m. So as not to risk the device. You can shower in it, but swimming is not recommended.

Android Applications

There are many useful applications for smartphones running Android OS that expand the functionality of the Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet. Let's look at the most popular and useful of them.

Mi Fit

The Mi Band 4 fitness tracker cannot work separately from a smartphone. You can connect them into a single system only using the Mi Fit application. Download it for free from the appropriate operating system and activate it. Fill out your profile information by entering your name, age information, weight and height. The application collects information received by the tracker about the state of health: it monitors heart rate, weight (for this they include synchronization with smart scales), the number of calories burned, and the quality of sleep.

Information about the owner’s physical activity is also collected here. The following functions can be configured:

• Show notifications from your smartphone
• Weather forecast
• The ability to find a device that is lost
• Selecting a watch face
• Tracker update

Master For Mi Band

The application is similar in functionality to the previous one. You can download the program on Google Play. After installation you will be able to:

• Not only customize the display of notifications, messages and calls, but also assign different ringtones to certain contacts
• Set an alarm
• Control music on your smartphone via bracelet
• Track sleep
• Measure steps, distance traveled and calories

Gadgetbridge

The app does not track physical activity. But it can be used to flash the tracker. The utility is unlikely to be useful to ordinary users; developers and advanced users will happily use it.

Tools Mi Band

The application can be used with or without Mi Fit. Used to configure notifications. With its help, you can create a schedule for displaying alerts and select color templates for them. You can display notifications, there is a repeat, sort and filter function.

With its help, the tracker sends a reminder if the owner does not move for a long time. There is a “Sleep on the go” function. The application has a function for monitoring battery charge and importing settings.

Smart Alarm

The fitness bracelet does not have its own smart alarm function. The Smart Alarm application can replace it.

The program can:

• Distinguish between different stages of sleep
• Wake up the owner during REM sleep
• The alarm signal is not loud, but barely audible, but with a slight vibration

All this makes waking up less painful than from a regular alarm clock and allows you to quickly get into your normal work rhythm.

Notify Fitness

The application also tracks the results of physical activity, analyzes the results and saves them. In addition, it has the following functions:

• Tracks the route using a GPS navigator.
• Allows you to customize ringtones and icons, display notifications.
• Unwanted notifications can be blacklisted so that they do not appear on the device screen.

Mi Bandage

The Mi Bandage application has a wide range of functionality. Therefore, it is considered one of the best add-ons for the stock Mi Fit app. Here it is possible to display not only the number and name, but also the photo of the caller. The application allows you to display text messages with popular emojis.

Mi Bandage monitors sleep and heart rate, displays information in the form of tables and graphs.

Synchronization problems

The well-deserved demand for smart watches among people who are active in everyday life or who monitor physiological indicators reduces the problems “out of the box”: if a new gadget does not connect to the phone, not everyone will want to figure it out and it is easier to blame the sellers.

In many cases, the situation is resolved in a positive way. Common options when you can’t connect to your smartphone:

1. Non-original Mi Band 5. All that remains is to request a refund from the seller.
2. Problems with Bluetooth. The version is checked by trying to connect another device to the phone - a speaker, headphones, another smartphone. If the connection fails, the problem is in the wireless module of the mobile.
3. Outdated version of the application. You just need to update Mi Fit and try connecting the fitness tracker again. The current version can be found in the application store or in the program itself (Profile > Settings > Check for updates).

There are occasional crashes that appear in the app:

• pairing error;
• the bracelet could not be detected;
• update failed.

Check to see if the fitness tracker's battery is dead and if Bluetooth (version 5.0 or later is required), Wi-Fi and GPS are active on your phone. Disconnect all wireless devices from your phone except the bracelet. Try again, if unsuccessful, restart your mobile or try clearing the cache of the Mi Fit application.

If the Mi Band 5 previously functioned in conjunction with a smartphone, but suddenly stopped connecting, you should unlink the tracker in the application: the “Disconnect” button in the general settings menu always remains active, even if the bracelet is not connected. Then you need to clear the list of connected devices in the phone settings, that is, cancel pairing with a specific device.

And the last, very strange piece of advice: attach the fitness bracelet to your wrist while pairing and installing updates. Illogical, but sometimes effective.

iOS apps

There are not as many useful applications for the iOS operating system as there are for Android. Let's look at the main ones. AmazTools is considered the best among utilities; it will expand the functionality of the fitness bracelet. For athletes, Heart Rate will be useful.

Mi Fit

The Mi Fit app works with both Android and iPhones. Its functionality is almost the same for both operating systems. The application tracks physical activity, the number of minutes of sleep, and calories burned. Can measure the patient's pulse continuously.

Mi Heart Rate

The Mi Heart Rate application is designed for athletes who work for results. It allows you to continuously monitor your heart rate. Before training, the user must indicate what result he expects to get: increasing muscle mass or reducing weight by burning fat. During the training process, the application will suggest what load is needed to achieve this result.

The Mi Heart Rate app can be installed for free.

AmazTools

The AmazTools application allows you to track the user's physical activity. Can synchronize information about the number of steps taken, heart rate, distance, calories burned with HealthKit and change the fonts in the interface design. The application can be used as a remote control for the iPhone camera, turn the music player and flashlight on and off. The AmazTools application is installed free of charge.