Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm FAQ

Overview

1. Q: What are the key features of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The key features of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are as follows:
  1. More powerful health monitoring, local music playback make the long-lasting watch smarter.
  2. Exquisite stainless steel metal middle frame. And with a variety of strap options, including leather, fluororubber and metal.
  3. Support skin temperature measurement.
  4. Support all-day blood oxygen saturation, heart rate, pressure, and automatic sleep monitoring.
  5. Support dual-band 5-star positioning, including Beidou, GPS, Glonass, Galileo and QZSS.
  6. Support over 150 workout modes.
  7. Equipped with speakers and microphones, supporting the watch to answer and make calls (when connected to the phone).
  8. 5ATM waterproof, supports indoor/outdoor swimming.
 

2. Q: What are the appearance, materials, and structure of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The details of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are as follows:
  1. Dimensions: 41.2 × 41.2 × 9.5 mm (excluding heart rate protrusions).
  2. Weight: Silver: Approximately 31.86 g (without strap). Gold: Approximately 32.03 g (without strap).
  3. Display: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is equipped with a 1.32-inch AMOLED round display, offering a resolution of 466 × 466 with 352 PPI.
  4. Cover material: 2D glass cover plate.
  5. Middle frame: Stainless steel.
 

3. Q: What are the application features of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, and how to switch the App layout?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm comes with the following pre-installed applications:
Workout, History, Running, Stats, Training state, Heart rate, Vitality score, SpO2, Sleep, Events, Stress, Breathing exercises, Cycles, Weather, Cards, Calendar, Tasks, Contacts, Phone, Recorder, Music, Settings, Camera, Alarm, Stopwatch, Timer, World clock, Barometer, Compass, Flashlight, Find phone, and more.
To switch the App layout, please refer to the following methods:
  1. On the watch: Press the rotating crown to access the App list >> swipe up or down the screen or rotate the crown to the bottom >> select [Layout] to switch. Alternatively, press the rotating crown >> enter [Settings] >> [Home screen] >> tap [Layout] to switch.
  1. On the Mi Fitness App: After connecting the watch >> enter [Device] >> select [System] >> tap [App layout] to make the changes.
 

4. Q: Will wearing the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm cause allergies?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is made from professional, health-friendly and eco-friendly materials that have undergone allergy testing by certified institutions. Parts that frequently come into contact with the skin, such as the strap, back cover, and buttons, have passed strict inspection for allergy-prone and harmful substances.
However, due to individual differences, you can experience discomfort or reactions to specific materials or the red and green light emitted by the sensors. If you experience skin discomfort while wearing the watch, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor.
To ensure a comfortable wearing experience, please follow these guidelines:
  1. During exercise, avoid wearing the watch too loosely or too tightly, ensuring it stays in place without sliding up or down your wrist.
  2. For daily use, slightly loosen the strap to allow the skin to breathe for a more comfortable experience.
  3. After prolonged wear, remove the watch to let your wrist rest for about 30 minutes.
  4. After exercising, clean and wipe off sweat from your wrist and the strap, then let it dry before wearing it again.
 

5. Q: How to replace the strap on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports quick-release straps.
Follow these steps to replace the strap:
  1. Removing the strap: Push the spring bar in the strap downward in the direction of the strap to release it, and then remove the strap.
  1. Installing the strap: Insert one end of the spring bar into the designated hole on the watch lug. Press the other side of the spring bar downward and guide it into the opposite lug. Gently move the strap until you feel the spring bar snap securely into place.
  2. After installing the strap, pull gently on it to ensure it is securely attached.
Note:
The spring bar is a steel rod that connects and secures the strap to the watch case.
 

6. Q: Are the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm straps compatible with previous models?

A: The strap of the Mi Watch is compatible with the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm straps are not compatible with other models.
 

7. Q: What is the charging cable of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm uses a standard wired charging dock (with cable).
 

8. Q: What is the water resistance rating of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is rated 5ATM water-resistant. It can be worn during pool swimming, shallow water swimming, and other water activities in shallow areas.
However, it is not suitable for use in hot showers, saunas, or while diving. Additionally, avoid direct impact from high-speed water flows during water sports. If the watch has been soaked in water, it is recommended to use the vibration drainage function and gently shake to remove the residual water in the holes.
Note:
The 50-meter water resistance rating refers to the watch's resistance to water pressure under standard conditions. These conditions imply a stationary state where the watch can withstand a certain level of water pressure.
This pressure level is not derived from actual underwater measurements but is calculated based on atmospheric pressure. A 50-meter water resistance rating means the watch can withstand the pressure equivalent to 50 meters of water depth in a stationary state.
 

9. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support independent satellite positioning? What positioning systems does the watch use?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports independent satellite positioning. It features dual-frequency positioning and supports five satellite systems, including China’s BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), the United States’ GPS, the European Union’s Galileo (GALILEO), Russia’s GLONASS, and Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).
 

10. Q: What are the functionality and support systems of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The functionality and support systems of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are as follows:
Function Category
Supported Systems
Xiaomi Smart Hub
Only supported on HyperOS 2 system phones, not supported on iOS.
 
Gesture control (Fist, Snap)
AI smart running routes
 
Smart running plan
Widgets
Skiing fall detection
Sleep Do Not Disturb
Market watch faces
Training feedback
Visual OS 2.0 optimization
 

System Settings

1. Q: Which phones are compatible with the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, and how to pair the watch?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm needs to be paired with the Mi Fitness App before use. The App is available for both iOS and Android under the same name and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store.
After pairing, ensure the App is locked in the background to prevent the system from closing it, which can cause disconnection from the phone and affect normal usage of the watch.
To pair the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm with the phone, please refer to the following information:
  1. Press and hold the power button for about 3 seconds to turn on the watch. Use your phone to scan the QR code displayed on the watch screen, or search for and download the Mi Fitness App from the App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Open the Mi Fitness App, log in to your Xiaomi Account according to the prompts, and enable the necessary permissions requested by the App.
  3. The watch supports three methods to be added:
(1). Scan the QR code on the watch screen.
(2). Tap [Add device] and the Mi Fitness App will automatically search for available devices. Select your watch’s Bluetooth name (Xiaomi Watch S4 41mmXXXX) from the list of discovered devices. If your watch is not found, try searching again.
(3). Tap [Add device] and select [Add model] at the bottom of the interface. Choose [Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm] and the APppwill automatically search for compatible devices. Select your watch’s Bluetooth name (Xiaomi Watch S4 41mmXXXX) from the list. If your watch does not appear, try searching again. If you are using an older version of the App, update to the latest version and try again.
  1. Android phone: When the security code on your phone matches the one shown on the watch screen, agree to the pairing request on both the phone and the watch to complete the pairing.
  2. iOS phone: First, go to the Bluetooth settings on your phone and select the Bluetooth name of your watch. Agree to the pairing request on both the phone and watch screens. Then, return to the Mi Fitness App, select your watch's Bluetooth name, and perform the pairing operation again to complete the connection.
Note:
  1. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone during the pairing process for proper connectivity.
  2. If the security code appears on the watch but not on your phone, check the notification bar on your phone for the pairing request.
  3. If you cannot find the watch during the device addition process or if the watch cannot connect during use, try pressing and holding the power button on the watch for 3 seconds, selecting [Factory reset] from the system menu, and then trying to pair again.
 

2. Q: How to rebind the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To bind with a different Xiaomi Account, please perform a factory reset on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, then use a new phone to rebind the watch.
To bind with the same Xiaomi Account on a new phone, while the watch is still connected to the original phone, go to the [Settings] on the watch, select [System] and then tap [Connect new phone] to rebind the watch with the new phone.
 

3. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm experience failure to bind and connect to Bluetooth?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fails to connect, please refer to the following details:
  1. Please check the network connection status of the phone.
  2. Please check whether the Bluetooth connection is abnormal. You can try disabling the Bluetooth on the phone and enabling it again. And then continue the pairing.
  3. After the successful Bluetooth connection, if you do not tap the pair icon or the cancel icon, the pairing between the watch and the phone will fail.
If the above details are useless, please try the following methods:
  1. Please restore the watch to factory settings.
  2. Delete the Bluetooth information of the watch from the Bluetooth list on the phone.
  3. Disable the Bluetooth on the phone and enable it again.
  4. Go to the Mi Fitness App and rebind the watch.
If the device is idle for a while and the phone's Bluetooth is enabled and disabled, it will not be able to reconnect successfully and needs to be restarted. Please check for available firmware updates in the Mi Fitness App and update the watch to the latest firmware version to resume normal use.
 

4. Q: How to keep the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm connected to the Mi Fitness App?

A: To keep the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm connected to the Mi Fitness App, please refer to the following information:
  1. Please keep the Mi Fitness App in the App whitelist in the App settings on your phone and keep the Mi Fitness App running in the background without disabling Bluetooth. Keep the watch and the phone connected within the available distance.
  2. The settings are different for different phones. Please go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [App notifications], allow this App to run in the background and follow the respective instructions to finish the settings.
 

5. Q: At what distance does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm lose Bluetooth connection with the phone?

A: The Bluetooth connection status between the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone will be affected by the surrounding environment.
Here are more details about the Bluetooth connection:
  1. In an environment with obstructions, when the watch and the phone are 5-8 meters apart, the Bluetooth will automatically disconnect.
  2. In an open area or a corridor, when the watch and the phone are 20 meters apart, the Bluetooth will automatically disconnect.
  3. If there is one person between the watch and the phone (the watch faces the front of the phone), when the watch and the phone are 3-5 meters apart, the Bluetooth will automatically disconnect.
The specific performance is subject to actual use.
 

6. Q: How to power on, power off and reboot the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: There are two physical buttons on the right side of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. The upper one is the Home button, and the lower one is the power button.
To power on, power off and reboot the watch, please refer to the following details:
  1. Power on:
When the watch is powered off, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds to enter the home interface of the watch.
  1. Power off:
(1). Press and hold the power button to enter the interface of Reboot, Power off, Connect new phone, and Factory reset, and tap [Power off] to power off the watch.
(2). When the watch is powered on, go to [Settings] >> [System] >> [Power off].
  1. Reboot:
(1). Press and hold the power button to enter the interface of Reboot, Power off, Connect new phone, and Factory reset, and tap [Reboot] to reboot the watch.
(2). When the watch is powered on, press and hold the power button for about 12 seconds to force a reboot of the watch.
(3). When the watch is powered on, go to [Settings] >> [System] >> [Reboot].
 

7. Q: How to enter the control center and what are the icons on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: Press the power button (lower button) on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to enter the control center.
The icons on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are listed below:
  1. The icon description on the top row of the status bar from left to right is listed below:
(1). Bluetooth connection status: The icon will be gray if the watch is not connected to the phone. The icon will stay solid when the watch is connected.
(2). Earphone connection status: This icon is displayed when the watch is connected to earphones, and there is no icon when the earphones are not connected.
(3). Current battery level of the watch: The charging icon is displayed when charging. When not charging, 0-10% is displayed in red, 11%-20% is displayed in orange and 21%-100% is displayed in white.
  1. Xiaomi Smart Hub:
You need to connect a Xiaomi smartphone or a pad that supports Xiaomi HyperOS 2 and update the Mi Fitness App to the latest version, and update the Xiaomi Home App to version 10.0 and above. The other device needs to support related functions.
  1. The convenient controlling icons from top to bottom, from left to right are listed below:
(1). Tap the icon to find the phone app.
(2). Tap the icon to enable the flashlight.
(3). Tap the icon to use the drainage function.
(4). Tap the icon to enter the system settings interface.
(5). Tap the icon to enable or disable [Raise to wake].
(6). Tap the icon to enable or disable silent mode. Press and hold to enter [Sound and vibration].
(7). Tap the icon to enable battery saver mode. Press and hold the power button (lower button) or charge the watch to exit the battery saver mode.
(8). Tap the icon to enable or disable DND mode. You can select to enable DND mode after tapping the icon.
 

8. Q: What are the system settings on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: You can tap the settings icon in the control center or the App list.
The system settings are listed below:
Network & connectivity/Home screen/Sound and vibration/Display/Notifications/DND/Quick gestures/Auto detect/HR broadcast/Apps/PIN/Battery/Beginner's guide/System/About
 

9. Q: How to edit the widgets on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports editing the widgets. You can swipe up to check different widgets on the home interface of the watch, which cannot be supported for editing on the App.
To configure the widgets on the watch, please refer to the following details:
  1. Swipe up to check different widgets on the home interface of the watch. Press and hold the widget to enter the editing interface and you can edit the widget order and add widget.
  2. You can go to [Settings] >> [Home screen] >> [Widgets] to edit the widget order and add widget.
  3. Press the rotating crown or the power button to exit the widget.
 

10. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support customizing the functions of the upper and lower buttons?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm doesn’t support customizing the functions of the upper and lower buttons.
 

11. Q: How does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm lock the screen?

A: To configure locking the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following details:
  1. By default, if there is no operation within 5 seconds, the screen will automatically be locked. You can modify the time of locking the screen by going to [Settings] >> [Display] >> [Auto lock], which can be configured in the range from 5 seconds to 5 minutes.
  2. The watch supports the function of covering to sleep. After enabling it, cover and touch the watch with your palm and when the covered area exceeds half of the watch, the watch will directly change from screen on to screen off. Please go to [Settings] >> [Display] >> turn on/turn off [Cover to sleep] on the watch.
  3. Turn the wrist around to turn the screen off. After enabling [Raise to wake], the screen will be off if you turn your wrist inversely.
 

12. Q: How to configure raising to wake on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: Please go to [Settings] >> [Display] >> [Raise to wake] >> [Off]/[All day]/[Scheduled]. When you select [Scheduled], you need to configure the start time and end time of raising to wake according to your needs.
Swipe up on the home interface of the watch to enter the dashboard and tap the icon of raising to wake to quickly enable or disable the function of raising to wake.
Note:
When the watch is in sleep mode, the function of raising to wake will be disabled automatically. You can configure the sleep time by going to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [System settings] >> [Sleep mode] >> [Schedule].
 

13. Q: Why is the scheduled raise to wake feature on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not working?

A: Please refer to the following information if the scheduled raise to wake feature on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not working:
  1. First, please check whether the current time falls within the scheduled period. If it does not, the feature will take effect the next time the set time range begins.
    You can check the scheduled time on the watch by going to [Settings] >> [Display] >> [Raise to wake] >> [Scheduled].
  1. Confirm whether the system time format is set to 12-hour format. While the watch is connected via Bluetooth, go to [Settings] >> [Additional settings] >> [Date and time] >> check if [24-hour format] is on on the phone. If disabled, the watch will sync to a 12-hour format. If enabled, it will sync to a 24-hour format.
Note:
  1. If your phone is set to 12-hour format, "12:00 PM" on the watch refers to noon, while "12:00 AM" refers to midnight.
  2. The steps to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour formats will vary depending on your phone model. Please adjust accordingly.
 

14. Q: How to adjust the brightness of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports automatically and manually adjusting the brightness.
You can go to [Settings] >> [Display] >> [Brightness] >> [Auto] on the watch, and the brightness will be adjusted automatically according to the ambient light.
You can go to [Settings] >> [Display] >> [Brightness] >> disable [Auto] >> [Custom] >> adjust the brightness manually on the watch.
Note:
You need to disable [Auto] before adjusting the brightness manually.
 

15. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support device password when it is removed from the wrist?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports device password when it is removed from the wrist.
After enabling this function, when the watch detects that it is not being worn, it will activate the password lock screen to ensure information security. The password is a 6-digit combination of 0-9.
You can go to [Settings] >> [PIN] >> [Set PIN] >> enter the PIN that you want to configure on the watch.
You can also go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Security] >> [Set password] >> [PIN] to set the password.
 

16. Q: What to do if the password of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is forgotten?

A: If the password of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is forgotten, please refer to the following details:
  1. The password cannot be deleted on the watch, which needs to be made on the App.
  2. Keep the watch and the Mi Fitness App connected.
  3. Please go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Security] >> [Turn off PIN] or [Change PIN].
 

17. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support unlocking the phone with Bluetooth?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports unlocking the phone. This function currently supports Xiaomi phones with system versions of MIUI 12 and above.
When the phone and watch are connected via Bluetooth, the watch unlocking is a one-to-one binding between the watch and the phone. Within a safe distance, the watch can be used as an identity ID to replace the input of the unlock password or pattern, which greatly improves the convenience of operation while ensuring security.
To unlock the phone with the watch, please refer to the following details:
  1. Go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Security] >> [Unlock phone] >> set the password and confirm on the watch.
  2. After the lock screen password is set, confirm the unlock on the watch to successfully bind. You can choose the unlock distance (Close, Very close, Less close).
If you want to unbind the watch, you need to disable the Bluetooth device unlocking function in the phone. Take the Xiaomi phone as an example: [Settings] >> [Fingerprints, face data, and screen lock] >> [Unlock with Bluetooth device] >> turn off [Unlock device].
Note:
The function of unlocking the phone needs to be used with Xiaomi phones running MIUI 12 or above, so if the model and system do not match, the Mi Fitness App will not display the [Unlock phone].
 

18. Q: How does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm connect to the network?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports using the network shared by the phone via Bluetooth to satisfy the watch's network needs.
Network usage via Bluetooth: When the connection between the watch and the Mi Fitness App is in normal conditions, the watch will automatically obtain mobile network function.
Note:
The Bluetooth network only supports connecting to Android phones. To use the Bluetooth network, you need to ensure that the watch Bluetooth is connected to the phone normally, and the phone's network connection is normal.
 

19. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support connecting to earphones and how to connect?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports connecting to earphones.
Here are more details about connecting to earphones:
  1. Connection method:
Please go to [Settings] >> [Network & connectivity] >> [Bluetooth]. After enabling Bluetooth, wait for the Bluetooth earphones search to complete, tap the earphones you want to connect in the Bluetooth earphones list and wait for the earphones to be connected successfully.
If you need to connect the paired Bluetooth earphones, tap the name of the earphones you want to connect on the list interface, go to the details interface, tap the reconnect icon, and wait for the earphones to be connected successfully.
  1. Earphones management:
The paired earphones will be displayed in the earphone list. Tap the earphones you want to manage and you can disconnect, reconnect, or unpair the earphones on the details interface.
  1. Usage scenarios:
Except for calls and voice assistants, all watch audio can be played through Bluetooth earphones.
Note:
  1. The watch can restart when connected to some Bluetooth earphones. This is a compatibility issue caused by non-standard Bluetooth earphone protocols. This bug has been fixed in the latest firmware version of the watch. Please check for available updates on the Mi Fitness App, update the watch to the latest firmware version, and try again.
  2. When you connect Bluetooth earphones and hear no sound while playing music, this is because of the built-in volume adjustment function on the earphones. The watch does not support the volume synchronization function for the earphones. You need to set the volume on the earphones.
 

20. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support calling through Bluetooth earphones?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm doesn’t support calling through Bluetooth earphones. Using the watch to make Bluetooth calls only supports using the watch speaker.
 

21. Q: How to adjust the sound volume on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports adjusting the alarm volume, ringtone volume, media volume and call volume.
To adjust the sound volume on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following details:
  1. Alarm volume adjustment:
(1). Please go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> adjust the alarm volume. You can tap the volume plus or minus icons or rotate the rotating crown to adjust the alarm volume.
(2). The alarm volume can be adjusted between 0-10. Both alarm reminders and countdown reminders belong to the alarm volume.
  1. Ring volume adjustment:
(1). Please go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> adjust the ring volume. You can tap the volume plus or minus icons or rotate the rotating crown to adjust the ringtone volume.
(2). The ring volume can be adjusted between 0-10. Incoming calls, notifications, system reminders and workout and health reminders belong to the ring volume.
(3). When the watch is in silent mode, the ring volume will be automatically adjusted to 0.
  1. Media volume adjustment:
(1). Please go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> adjust the media volume. You can tap the volume plus or minus icons or rotate the rotating crown to adjust the media volume.
(2). The media volume can be adjusted between 0-10. Music playing on the watch belongs to the media volume.
  1. Workout volume adjustment:
(1). Please go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> adjust the workout volume. You can tap the volume plus or minus icons or rotate the rotating crown to adjust the workout volume.
(2). The workout volume can be adjusted between 0-10. Voice reminders in the workout on the watch belong to the workout volume.
(3). The volume of voice reminders in the workout can also be adjusted during a workout. To adjust, swipe right to enter the workout interface, tap the volume control, drag the volume bar on the screen, tap the volume plus or minus icons on the screen, or press the upper and lower buttons to adjust the required volume.
  1. Call volume adjustment:
(1). The call volume can only be adjusted during a call. Tap the volume button on the in-call interface to enter the volume adjustment interface. You can drag the volume bar on the screen, tap the volume plus and minus icons on the screen, rotate the rotating crown, or press the upper and lower buttons to adjust the volume.
(2). The call volume can be adjusted between 0-15.
 

22. Q: How to enable the silent mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and what sounds will be turned off after enabling?

A: To enable silent mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following details:
  1. Go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> turn on [Silent mode].
  2. Swipe up on the watch face interface to enter the control center and tap the silent mode icon.
  3. Go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> adjust the ring volume to 0 manually.
When the silent mode is enabled, all of the notifications or reminders, like incoming calls, App notifications, system reminders, workout and health reminders, will only be pushed in vibration.
 

23. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support customizing ringtones?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm doesn’t support customizing ringtones. All of the ringtones are default.
 

24. Q: What is the drainage function of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The drainage function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm can be used when the speaker of the watch is flooded after swimming or in daily life.
The principle of the drainage function is to play a sound of a specific frequency to make the speaker vibrate and use the vibration to drain the water that has invaded the speaker, thus protecting the speaker from being corroded by water.
You can press the power button on the home interface of the watch to enter the dashboard and tap the drainage icon. Additionally, the watch will automatically drain after swimming.
 

25. Q: How to use the quick gestures on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports the gesture of snapping fingers.
The more information about snapping fingers is as below:
  1. Keep your forearm parallel to your chest, palm down, screen up, and try to snap your fingers when the screen is on, or rub your thumb with your middle finger or index finger. Stand or sit still when using the gesture, and snap within 5 seconds of the screen on.
Note:
When using the snap gesture, you need to remain still, with your forearm parallel to your chest, and the watch screen will light up and stay on the watch face interface.
  1. You can go to [Settings] >> [Quick gestures] >> enable [Gestures]. When you enable it, you can configure the application scenarios of the respective gesture, such as [Reject call], [Ignore call/notification], [Take phone], [Open Weather], and [None].
Note:
  1. To use quick gestures, you need to ensure that the function of raising to wake is enabled normally. Enabling it will reduce the battery life of the device.
  2. The gesture does not respond in sleep mode/Do Not Disturb mode/battery saver mode, AOD watch face interface, or when sleep is detected. For specific usage scenarios, please refer to the watch gesture description interface.
 

26. Q: What are the ways to turn on the screen of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To turn on the screen of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following methods:
  1. In the screen-off state, press the power button or the rotating crown.
  2. If the Raise to wake feature is enabled, raise your wrist to light up the screen.
  3. If the Double tap to wake feature is enabled, double tap the screen or in Always-on display (AOD) state to light up the screen.
 

27. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support Always-on display (AOD)?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports Always-on display. When enabled, the watch enters AOD mode after the screen turns off. In this mode, you can wake the screen by raising your wrist or pressing a button to exit AOD.
You can go to [Settings] on the watch >> [Display] >> [Always-on display] >> you can choose [Off], [Smart] or [Scheduled]. The default period for scheduled is 08:00-22:00.
Note:
When Always-on display is enabled, the screen will turn off if the watch is removed for 5 minutes or when sleep is detected at night. Enabling this feature will reduce the watch's battery endurance.
 

28. Q: Can the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm control the phone to play music?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm can control the phone to play music. To use this function, the phone and the watch need to be connected. Ensure [App notifications] are turned on in the Mi Fitness App, and the permission to use message notifications is turned on.
Open the music player on the mobile phone and start playing music. Enter the function list on the watch. Select the music application to enter the music control interface. You can play/pause music, switch to the previous/next track, and increase/reduce the volume.
Note:
  1. It supports most music players on the market, but due to differences in the openness of music players and APP versions, the experience of the watch’s music control function can be affected to a certain extent.
  2. When using a vivo mobile phone to play music, adjusting the volume on the watch does not work. This is due to a compatibility issue with the vivo mobile phone. This problem will be solved with subsequent vivo mobile phone system updates.
 

29. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support local music playback on the watch?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports local music playback on the watch. You can switch audio sources, choose the watch to play local music or control mobile phone music. When the watch is connected to an Android phone, mobile phone music can be downloaded to the watch for playback, and playlists can also be added.
You can go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Apps] >> [Music] >> [Manage music]. Tap the add music button at the upper right corner to download mobile music to the watch. Tap the add playlist button to add a playlist.
Note:
Downloading songs is not supported when connected to an iOS phone, but if there are songs in the watch, they can be played.
 

30. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm show insufficient storage when downloading/transferring songs?

A: The system storage of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is limited. To ensure the download space for other modules such as watch faces, third-party applications and the stability of the system, a module storage limit is set.
A pop-up will be prompted when one of the following conditions is triggered (whichever is reached first):
  1. The number of songs exceeds 60 (a maximum of 60 songs can be downloaded).
  2. The total size of audio files exceeds 2 GB (including recording files, music files, etc.).
 

31. Q: What to do if the network speed for downloading music on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is slow?

A: If the network speed for downloading music on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is slow, please switch your phone to a 4G/5G data network or connect to a different Wi-Fi network, then try again.
 

32. Q: Can the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm automatically display the background music logo?

A: After the phone and the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are connected normally, the watch will automatically display the music logo on the watch face when the phone is playing music. If the source of the music is from the watch, the logo will also be automatically displayed.
The music logo on the watch face:
When playing the phone music:
When playing the watch music:
 

33. Q: Why is the music icon always displayed on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: After the phone and the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are connected normally, the watch will automatically display the music icon on the watch face when the phone is playing music. If you need to turn it off, please pause the music on the phone or watch.
 
 

34. Q: How to set the time on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: After the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and mobile phone are paired via Bluetooth and synchronized data, the watch will automatically synchronize the time of the mobile phone system without manual settings.
If the time on the mobile phone is modified, it will be modified synchronously after the watch is connected to the mobile phone.
 

35. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm have the same monitoring effect when worn on the left and right hands?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm can be worn on the left or right hand. It does not affect the normal sampling of sports and health data. The data monitoring effect is consistent. You can choose to wear it according to your habits.
 

36. Q: How long can the data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm be saved independently?

A: Exercise data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm will always be saved, and heart rate and pressure data will be retained for 30 days. The sleep data will only be retained for the current day.
Please connect to your mobile phone in time and synchronize it to the Mi Fitness App. If the watch is reset, the previous exercise data on the watch will be cleared, and the data synced to the Mi Fitness App will not be cleared.
Note:
All exercises need to meet the minimum exercise recording standard (calorie consumption is no less than 3 kilocalories) before they will be saved. Otherwise, they will not be saved.
 

37. Q: Can the vibration intensity of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm be adjusted?

A: The vibration intensity of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm can be adjusted. Please go to [Settings] >> [Sound and vibration] >> [Vibration intensity] >> select [Standard] or [Strong].
Note:
Turning on strong vibration will shorten the watch’s battery endurance.
 

38. Q: Why is the call stuck when the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is far from the phone?

A: In long-distance scenarios (such as sports fields or open areas), call interruptions will be caused by the following:
  1. The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is beyond the effective Bluetooth range (stable within 10 meters).
  2. Signal interference from electromagnetic devices or metal obstacles.
Note:
Please ensure the watch and phone are within 10 meters and without walls blocking the signal during calls.
 

39. Q: What if the call quality is poor when the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone are in different rooms?

A: Bluetooth signals can be disrupted by walls. To improve call quality, please try to make calls while the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone are in the same room.
 

40. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm frequently disconnect during OTA updates when paired with an iOS phone?

A: We are currently optimizing compatibility with iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. If the disconnection between the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone occurs, the phone will automatically attempt to reconnect and continue the update. Please wait patiently for the upgrade to complete.
 

Health Related

1. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support sleep monitoring?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports all-day sleep monitoring, including long sleep periods and short naps. After enabling advanced monitoring, the watch can provide detailed sleep quality distribution. When worn during sleep, the watch automatically detects sleep using built-in sensors.
The ways to view the sleep data:
  1. Swipe to the widget interface from the main watch face and check the sleep widget for last night’s sleep duration. Tap to view more details.
  2. Tap the Sleep icon to view daily sleep data.
  3. Sync the watch data with the Mi Fitness App, then tap [Sleep] in the [Health] section to check historical records, including daily, weekly, and monthly views. You can also check sleep stages like deep sleep, light sleep, REM, and awake periods, along with detailed timeline data.
Note:
  1. There is a delay in generating sleep reports. If you open the sleep function immediately after waking up, the sleep report can be unavailable.
  2. The watch stores detailed sleep data from the previous night and sleep stage data for the past seven days. Sync with the Mi Fitness App regularly to avoid data loss.
 

2. Q: Will the heart rate display when the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not worn?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not worn, the heart rate application will not display real-time heart rate. After enabling all-day heart rate monitoring, you can view the historical and resting heart rate.
Note:
  1. Watch faces showing heart rate data will display "0" when not worn.
  2. In some cases, due to the heart rate detection mechanism, the watch will display heart rate when placed on dark surfaces.
 

3. Q: Why is the heart rate data measured by the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm inaccurate or fluctuating?

A: If the heart rate data measured by the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is inaccurate, please refer to the following information:
  1. Inaccurate or fluctuating heart rate data can result from loose wearing, skin tone, body hair, reduced blood perfusion, low temperatures causing blood vessel constriction, or dirt/moisture between the watch and wrist.
  2. To ensure accuracy, please wear the watch snugly, as wearing the watch too loosely will result in inaccurate measurement data during exercise. Ensure it doesn’t slide during movement. Position the watch one finger-width above the wrist bone.
  3. In cold weather conditions, low temperatures can cause capillaries in the extremities to constrict, redirecting blood flow to the torso and vital organs. This makes it harder for the wrist's photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor to obtain accurate heart rate signals and increases the likelihood of losing true heart rate data during exercise. Therefore, it is recommended to warm up thoroughly before exercising to increase blood flow, making it easier for the sensor to capture accurate heart rate data.
  4. Ensure that the back cover of the watch is clean and dry, the watch body is at a moderate temperature (neither too high nor too low), the wrist is free of sweat or debris, and the watch is worn comfortably and snugly.
  5. At the same time, engineers are working hard to optimize the solution. Please wait for future updates.
Note:
The heart rate data is sourced from Xiaomi's laboratory test. The accuracy of heart rate measurements refers to the percentage of cases where the device's output has an error of less than 10 bpm compared to the standard. In actual use, accuracy will vary due to individual differences, usage habits, and environmental factors.
 

4. Q: What to do if the heart rate measurement fails on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: If the heart rate measurement fails on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. Check if the protective film on the back of the watch has been removed. If the protective film is removed, disable all-day heart rate monitoring, then open the heart rate App for a single measurement.
  2. While measuring, check if the heart rate light at the watch’s bottom is on. If the light doesn’t turn on, try unbinding and re-pairing the watch or restarting it. If issues persist, please contact after-sales support.
Note:
  1. The back cover of the watch comes with a protective film from the factory to prevent damage during transportation.
  2. The measurement of blood oxygen and heart rate relies on sensors located on the back cover. The protective film needs to be removed for these functions to work properly.
  3. If the film is not removed, the sensor light cannot reach the wrist skin, resulting in failed measurements or no readings.
 

5. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm prompt "Not wearing" when performing a heart rate detection?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm prompts "Not wearing" when performing a heart rate detection, please go to the after-sales store to update the firmware version to fix.
 

6. Q: What to do if the blood oxygen data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is inaccurate?

A: If the blood oxygen data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is inaccurate, please refer to the following information:
  1. Inaccuracy can be caused by wearing style, skin tone, body hair, reduced blood perfusion, or dirt/moisture on the watch.
  2. Please follow the measurement instructions to measure again:
(1). Please wear one finger-width above the wrist bone.
(2). Wear snugly and stay still during the measurement.
  1. At the same time, engineers are working hard to optimize the solution. Please wait for future updates.
Note:
Factors such as wearing conditions, skin characteristics, and the environment will affect the accuracy of measurements or even cause measurement failures. This product is not a medical device. The results are for reference only and not intended for diagnosis or treatment purposes.
 

7. Q: What to do if the blood oxygen measurement fails on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: If the blood oxygen measurement fails on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. Check if the protective film has been removed. If the protective film is removed, measure again according to the failure prompt instructions.
  2. Disable all-day blood oxygen monitoring, tap the SpO₂ App on the watch, and then try a single measurement. Ensure the blood oxygen light at the bottom is on during the process. If the light doesn’t turn on, restart or repair the watch. If issues persist, please contact after-sales support.
Note:
The back cover of the watch comes with a protective film from the factory to prevent damage during transportation. The measurement of blood oxygen and heart rate relies on sensors located on the back cover. The protective film needs to be removed for these functions to work properly. If the film is not removed, the sensor light cannot reach the wrist skin, resulting in failed measurements or no readings.
 

8. Q: Why are there multiple low blood oxygen data when wearing the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm while sleeping?

A: If there are multiple low blood oxygen data when wearing the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm while sleeping, please refer to the following information:
  1. Low blood oxygen data (below 90%) during sleep can occur due to conditions like snoring.
  2. Ensure the watch fits snugly on the wrist.
  3. Update the watch to the latest firmware in the Mi Fitness App and then try again.
 

9. Q: What to do if the SpO₂ App crashes or the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm locks the screen when blood oxygen is measured?

A: If the SpO₂ App crashes or the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm locks the screen when blood oxygen is measured, please tap [Device] >> [More] >> [Update] in the Mi Fitness App. Update the watch to the latest version, and retry. This issue has been resolved in the latest firmware update.
 

10. Q: How does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm alert for high or low heart rates after setting the alert value?

A: In a calm state, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm monitors the heart rate for 10 minutes. (Once the calm state is broken, abnormal monitoring will stop.) If the average rate exceeds or falls below the set threshold after ten minutes of monitoring, a high or low heart rate alert appears.
Note:
During exercise and within 20 minutes after exercise, heart rate (non-active) high or low alerts, as well as abnormal heartbeat alerts, will not be triggered.
 

11. Q: Why isn’t the Cycles App displayed in the App list of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: If the Cycles App is not displayed in the App list of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. By default, the Cycles App is visible.
  2. If there’s no historical data for the Cycles, the App will be hidden. It becomes visible once data is added in the Mi Fitness App.
  3. If you have set whether the App should be displayed in the list, it will follow your settings.
 

12. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm record sleep when placed on the charger?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm records sleep when placed on the charger, please refer to the following information:
  1. Under normal circumstances, the watch will not record sleep when placed on the charger.
  2. Please turn off [Press and hold screen] in the watch by going to [Settings] >> [Home screen] >> [Watch face]. If this option is turned off, the watch will enter forced sleep mode, causing it to mistakenly record sleep when it is stationary on the charger.
  3. This forced sleep mode issue is currently being optimized and will be resolved in a future software update.
 

13. Q: What is the Breathing exercises App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: After the update of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, the Breathing exercises App retains the original breathing training function, adds breathing relaxation sound effects, and improves the breathing relaxation experience, providing a better usage experience.
 

14. Q: How to use the Breathing exercises App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To use the Breathing exercises App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please follow these steps:
  1. Open the Breathing exercises App on the watch.
  2. Select the breathing exercise that suits you.
  3. Swipe up to go to [Settings], set the breathing time that suits you, turn on or off [Sound], and view the breathing instructions.
  4. Tap [Start] and follow the on-screen prompts to begin your breathing exercise.
 

Workout Related

1. Q: What workout modes does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports the following workout modes:
The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports 17 workout modes, which provide professional sports data other than heart rate and calories, including Outdoor running, Walking, Treadmill, Outdoor cycling, Hiking, Trail run, Trekking, Triathlon, Pool swimming, Open water swimming, Elliptical, Rower, Jump rope, HIIT, Snowboarding, Skiing, and Cross-country skiing. Additionally, 144 extended sports can record your heart rate, calorie consumption, exercise duration, and performance data.
Complete list of workout modes:
Pool swimming, Open water swimming, Sailing, Paddleboarding, Water polo, Water sports, Water skiing, Kayaking, Rafting, Rowing, Powerboating, Finswimming, Diving, Artistic swimming, Snorkeling, Kitesurfing, Flowriding, Dragon boat, Outdoor running, Walking, Hiking, Outdoor cycling, Trail run, Trekking, Triathlon, Skateboarding, Roller skating, Parkour, ATV, Paragliding, BMX, Race walk, Rock climbing, Freestyle, Treadmill, Jump rope, HIIT, Yoga, Indoor cycling, Elliptical, Rower, Stair climber, Stepper, Spinning, Core training, Flexibility, Pilates, Gymnastics, Stretching, Strength, Cross training, Stair climbing, Aerobics, Physical training, Wall ball, Dumbbell, Barbell training, Weightlifting, Deadlift, Burpee, Sit-ups, Functional training, Upper body, Lower body, Abs, Back, Air walker, Horizontal bar, Parallel bar, Stepper, Mass gymnastics, Cardio combat, Battle rope, Aerobic combo, Indoor walking, Indoor fitness, Square dancing, Belly dance, Ballet, Street dance, Zumba, Folk dance, Jazz dance, Latin dance, Hip hop, Pole dance, Breaking, Ballroom dance, Modern dance, Dance, Boxing, Wrestling, Martial arts, Tai Chi, Muay Thai, Judo, Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing, Kendo, Fencing, Jujutsu, Tennis, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball, Softball, American football, Hockey, Table tennis, Badminton, Cricket, Handball, Bowling, Squash, Billiards, Shuttlecock, Beach soccer, Beach volleyball, Sepak takraw, Futsal, Hacky sack, Bocce, Jai alai, Gateball, Dodgeball, Snowboarding, Cross-country skiing, Ice skating, Indoor ice skating, Curling, Snow sports, Snowmobile, Ice hockey, Bobsleigh, Sledding, Archery, Darts, Horse riding, Tug of war, Hula hoop, Kite flying, Fishing, Frisbee, Shuttlecock, Swinging, Somatosensory game, Table football, Shuffleboard, Esports, Chess, Checkers, Weiqi, Bridge, Board game, Equestrian, Athletics, and Auto racing.
The Auto detect function:
When the Auto detect function is enabled, the watch will notify you when it detects that you are starting or stopping a workout. Supported workout types include Walking, Running, Cycling, Rower, Elliptical, and Jump rope. You can go to [Settings] on the watch >> [Workout settings] >> [Auto detect] >> and turn on the switch.
 

2. Q: What data does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm display for workout modes?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports 17 workout modes that display the exercise data:
Outdoor running:
Workout summary
Goal completion (only display if a goal is set)
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Recovery rate chart (if the recovery rate function is enabled)
Pace chart
Cadence chart
Avg vertical ratio
Avg vertical amplitude
Average GCT (Ground Contact Time)
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
Operation interface
Workout results
Note:
The goal completion interface (only displays if a goal is set) and recovery heart rate chart (if the recovery heart rate function is enabled) will not be illustrated in subsequent exercise modes, specifically referring to the outdoor running mode for details.
Walking:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Pace chart
Cadence chart
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
Workout results
 
 
Treadmill:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Pace chart
Training effect
Cadence chart
Training effect
Operation interface
 
 
Workout results
 
 
Outdoor cycling:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
 
Pace chart
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
 
Operation interface
Workout results
Hiking/Trail run/Trekking:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Pace chart
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
Operation interface
Workout results
 
 
Elliptical:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Cadence chart
Training effect
Training effect
Workout results
 
 
Pool swimming:
Workout summary
Data item display
Data item display
Average pace
Average SPM
Average SWOLF
Training evaluation
Workout results
Open water swimming:
Workout summary
Data item display
Data item display
Average pace
Average SPM
Average SWOLF
Training evaluation
Workout results
Rower:
Workout summary
Data interface
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Average SPM
Training effect
Training evaluation
Workout results
 
 
 
Jump rope:
Workout summary
Data interface
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Average SPM
Training effect
Training effect
Workout results
 
 
 
HIIT:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Training effect
Training effect
Operation interface
 
Workout results
Triathlon:
Workout summary
Summary interface
Swimming data
Outdoor cycling data
Outdoor running data
Training effect
Operation interface
 
Workout results
Transition time
 
Cross-country skiing:
Workout summary
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Pace chart
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
Operation interface
Workout results
Skiing:
Workout summary
Data item display
(glide information)
Data item display
Heart rate chart
Heart rate zone
Pace chart
Average elevation
Training effect
Training effect
Operation interface
Workout results
 
Other extended workouts:
Workout summary, goal completion (requires setting a workout goal to display), data item display (duration, calories), heart rate chart, heart rate zone and training effect.
 

3. Q: How to start/pause/end a workout on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To start/pause/end a workout on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
Start:
In the App list, tap the Workout App to enter the workout list, then select the workout you want to begin and tap [GO] to start.
Pause:
Press the function button (Rotating Crown) or swipe left during the workout to access the control interface, then tap [Pause] to pause the workout. Afterward, you can choose to either end or continue the workout.
End:
After pausing, the following icons will be displayed:
  1. Tap the [Pause] or [Resume] icon to resume the workout.
  2. Press and hold the [End] icon for 2.5 seconds to end the workout.
  3. Tap the [Volume] icon to adjust the voice broadcast volume during the workout.
Note:
  1. If the workout intensity is too low (short duration or distance), the workout record will not be saved.
  2. Some workout modes have a [Next set] icon on the control interface.
 

4. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support running courses?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports the following 10 running courses:
Basic Introduction
Basic run/walk
 
Suitable for beginner runners. Alternating between jogging and fast walking helps the body adapt to running and other aerobic activities.
Advanced run/walk
 
Suitable for beginner runners. Alternating between jogging and fast walking gradually increases jogging duration to improve physical performance.
Basic jog
Moderate to low-intensity running training. Suitable for beginner runners, it progressively improves personal physical performance.
Fat Loss and Weight Reduction
Fat burn run (Basic)
 
Suitable for runners aiming for fat loss and weight reduction. Increasing energy expenditure to promote fat loss and weight reduction.
Fat burn run (Advanced)
A single long-duration moderate to low-intensity training. Continuous jogging for sustained fat loss and weight reduction.
MIIT run
 
Moderate-intensity interval fat-burning running training. Alternating between jogging and medium-speed running to improve fat-burning efficiency.
Stamina Improvement
Endurance run (Basic)
Suitable for runners wanting to improve running endurance. Improving running endurance levels and enhancing aerobic capacity.
Endurance run (Advanced)
A single long-duration jogging training. Improving aerobic endurance levels and enhancing long-distance running ability.
Cardiopulmonary Exercise
Interval run (Basic)
Suitable for runners wanting to improve cardiopulmonary ability. Enhancing cardiopulmonary capacity and improving VO2 max levels.
Interval run (Advanced)
Suitable for runners wanting to improve cardiopulmonary ability. High-intensity stimulation of the cardiopulmonary system to boost VO2 max levels.
Tap the [Running] App in the watch's application list. In an open outdoor environment, after selecting the desired course, you can tap to start the workout.
 
Tapping [Introduction] at the bottom allows you to view the introduction of the current running course, such as the basic run/walk course shown in the image below.
 

5. Q: How to set the exercise reminder on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To set the exercise reminder on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the steps as follows:
  1. You can enter the sports list by tapping on the sports application on the watch. Tap a specific sport in the sports list to enter the [Go] interface. You can tap the settings icon at the bottom of the [Go] interface to set it.
  2. Tap [Reminders] in the settings. You can choose to set reminder items based on Distance, Pace alert, Target HR zone, High HR alert, and Hydration reminder according to your own needs.
Take outdoor running as an example:
  1. Distance reminder: The default is 1 km, and the adjustment unit is 1 km. You can set it according to your situation.
  2. Pace alert: The default is 5 minutes and 30 seconds, and the adjustment unit is 10 seconds. You can set it according to your situation.
  3. Target HR zone alert: You can choose the heart rate zone corresponding to light, intensive, aerobic, anaerobic, and VO2 max.
  4. High HR alert: The default is the automatically calculated maximum heart rate. The adjustment unit is 1 beat/min. You can set it according to your situation.
  5. Hydration reminder:
Reminder according to the distance, the default is 1 km, and the adjustment unit is 1 km. You can set it according to your situation.
Reminder according to the duration, the default is 10 minutes, and the adjustment unit is 5 minutes. You can set it according to your situation.
 

6. Q: What do the data of maximum altitude, average altitude, cumulative ascent and descent mean respectively on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The more information about the altitude data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is as follows:
  1. The highest altitude is the maximum value of the altitude value per unit time during the exercise.
  2. The average altitude is the average value obtained by accumulating and dividing the altitude values of each unit of time during the movement.
  3. The cumulative rise/fall is the accumulation of the cumulative upward/downward data during the exercise. Take the cumulative rise as an example. When riding, there are 5 uphills on flat ground. After climbing each slope, the altitude will increase by 8 meters. Then the cumulative rise after climbing these 5 slopes is 40 m (the same is true for the cumulative decline, and the cumulative height difference of the slopes is summed).
 

7. Q: How to set goals during exercise on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: When selecting the workout on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, you can set sports goals:
You can choose sports with distance, duration, and calorie consumption as goals according to your own needs, and you can set the target values for these sports based on the above three goals. Slide down to clear the target.
Take outdoor running as an example:
 
 
  1. Duration: The default is 30 minutes, with an adjustment unit of 1 minute. You can set it according to your own needs.
  2. Distance: The default is 5 kilometers, with an adjustment unit of 1 m. You can set it according to your own needs.
  3. Calories: The default is 300 kcal, with an adjustment unit of 50 kcal. You can set it according to your own needs.
Special target settings:
  1. Sliding Duration (Skiing support): The default is 30 minutes, and you can adjust it based on your needs.
  2. Lengths (Swimming support): The default is 8 laps, and you can adjust it based on your needs.
  3. Times (Rowing machine support): The default is 200 reps, and you can adjust it based on your needs.
  4. Jumps (Jump rope support): The default is 1000 jumps, and you can adjust it based on your needs.
Note:
  1. When selecting skiing as the activity, there will be safety settings. Depending on whether you choose to enable skiing fall detection, there will be an emergency call option. If a fall is detected, the skiing emergency call will default to calling the emergency contact, and when enabled, it allows you to choose between calling the emergency contact or the nearby ski resort.
  2. Each sport supports the training experience. When the training experience switch is turned on, a training experience interface will pop up at the end of the workout. After selecting your experience, it can be viewed in the workout report.
 

8. Q: How to check exercise records on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: After the exercise is completed, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm will generate a rich and vivid exercise report. All exercise record data include exercise date, time, distance, calories, number of steps, pace, speed, heart rate, pace curve, speed curve, heart rate curve, heart rate ratio, cadence curve, and stride length, etc.
The viewing method of exercise records on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is as follows:
  1. View detailed exercise data in the [History] application of the watch.
  2. After the watch is connected to your phone, tap [Workout history] on the Mi Fitness App [Workout] interface. There are corresponding weekly, monthly and daily exercise records to view the exercise records of any day. In addition to the exercise information on the watch, you can also view movement trajectories and other information.
 

9. Q: How to add sports activities to the sports list on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm? How many sports activities can be added?

A: The sports list on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm does not support adding sports items, but you can start additional sports types by selecting [More] at the bottom of the list.
 

10. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support hiding sports items in the sports list?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm doesn’t support hiding sports items in the sports list.
 

11. Q: How to adjust the order of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm sport list?

A: The order of the sports list on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm cannot be edited on the watch. The order will be automatically adjusted based on the number of times the sports items are used.
 

12. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support voice broadcast during exercise? How to turn off the exercise broadcast on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports voice broadcast. If you need to turn it off, you can turn off the corresponding exercise reminder in the exercise settings before starting the exercise or directly pull the volume to the bottom in the volume settings.
 

13. Q: How to check the day’s steps, activity calories, and standing/moving activities of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To check the steps, activity calories, and standing/moving activities of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following methods:
  1. Component card: Swipe up or down on the watch's home interface to view current calories, steps, standing/moving activities on the corresponding widget.
  2. App list: Tap the power button of the watch to enter the application list, and tap the [Stats] application to view it.
  3. Mi Fitness App: With the phone connected to the watch, open the Mi Fitness APP and tap the stats card on the health interface to view it.
Note:
Only one of the two "standing" and "moving" in the stats can be displayed. You can go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Health] >> tap the stats card >> tap the three-dot icon at the upper right corner >> [Stats] >> [Suggested], and select standing or moving as the third data item.
 

14. Q: How to set the standing reminder on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: For your reference, here’s more information about the standing reminder on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm:
Turn on [Remind to stand up] in the Mi Fitness App. If there is no walking or strenuous hand activity within an hour, a standing reminder will be sent.
The following conditions need to be considered:
  1. If there is any behavior of walking around or wearing the watch for exercise within one hour, the reminder will be extended for half an hour, and the delay time shall not exceed one hour.
  2. If the violent hand activity reaches 10 seconds, the reminder will be delayed for half an hour. If it reaches 20 seconds, the reminder will be delayed for one hour.
  3. The current time is within the reminder time range set by you (Please note that the Do Not Disturb function during lunch break is enabled. The default is 12:00~14:00).
  4. There is no standing reminder during the workout.
 

15. Q: What is the reminder logic of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm's standing reminder?

A: A standing reminder will be sent on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm when all the following conditions are met:
  1. Standing reminder is turned on in settings.
  2. The 50th minute of each natural hour (49'59") determines the following conditions:
(1). You have not stood up this hour.
(2). The time off the wrist should not exceed 10 seconds between 49'00" and 49'59", and it should also be worn when reminding.
(3). This minute is in inactive states (number of active steps < 3).
(4). In the first 50 minutes of this hour, the not wearing state is less than 5 minutes and the sleeping state is less than 5 minutes. The power on time is more than 30 minutes.
(5). The current time is within the reminder time range set by you (Please note that the Do Not Disturb function during lunch break is enabled. The default is 12:00~14:00).
  1. The sleep algorithm determines that the stand-up reminder will not be issued after falling asleep. Do Not Disturb mode and sleep mode will issue notifications but not reminders.
  2. When you initiate exercise, the standing reminder will not be issued during exercise mode.
 

16. Q: How to delete the exercise data from the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To delete the exercise data from the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. On the watch, swipe to the second-to-last interface of the workout record, as shown in the image below, and tap [Delete record] to delete it.
  2. Open a single exercise record in the exercise record on the Mi Fitness App and tap the three-dot icon in the upper right corner to delete manually.
 

17. Q: Can the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm be set to pause automatically during exercise?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports automatic pause during exercise. Outdoor running, indoor running, walking, and cycling support auto pause by default. You can turn it off in the workout settings.
For example: Select [Workout] on the watch >>[Outdoor running] >> [Settings] icon >> turn on/off [Auto pause].
 
 

18. Q: Why is the data displayed on the Mi Fitness App inconsistent with the data displayed on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm after syncing?

A: If the data is different between the Mi Fitness App and the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm after syncing, please refer to the following information:
  1. Due to the definition of the dual-end mutual writing synchronization protocol of the Mi Fitness App, according to your usage habits, there will be a minimum data difference of 5 minutes and a maximum of 30 minutes after completing automatic synchronization or manual synchronization.
  2. For example, after synchronization, if there is a minimum 5-minute data difference, the calories and steps data generated within the 5 minutes will not be reflected until the next synchronization.
  3. This setting is currently being interpreted and continuously optimized by Mi Fitness App engineers.
 

19. Q: Why is the swimming data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm inaccurate?

A: If the swimming data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is inaccurate, please refer to the following information:
  1. The identification of swimming laps needs to be calculated based on the movements during swimming.
  2. When swimming, please make sure to wear the wearable device properly and tightly.
  3. At the same time, engineers are actively solving and optimizing the problem that the current known swimming laps are inaccurate. Please wait for subsequent upgrades.
 

20. Q: Why is the mileage record of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm inaccurate?

A: If the mileage record of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is inaccurate, please refer to the following information:
  1. When exercising outdoors, distance calculation depends on positioning information. Please choose an open field as much as possible when exercising outdoors to ensure better positioning accuracy.
  2. At the same time, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports intelligent selection of positioning signal sources when connected to a mobile phone. Therefore, it is recommended to check whether the mobile phone has given complete positioning permissions to the Mi Fitness App to improve distance accuracy.
 

21. Q: Why is the maximum oxygen uptake displayed in the App of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm inaccurate compared to other products?

A: This problem has been optimized in the latest software version. Please press and hold the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm power button (down button) for 12 seconds to force a restart.
After the watch restarts and the screen lights up properly, open the Mi Fitness App and check for updates in the App, and follow the instructions to update to the latest software version.
 

22. Q: After completing a triathlon, why is the movement track graph displayed differently on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the mobile phone?

A: This bug has been fixed in the latest firmware version of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. Please check for updates in the Mi Fitness App, update the watch to the latest firmware version and try again.
 

23. Q: Why is there a difference between the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and other devices in recording calories during exercise?

A: The calorie algorithm involves a lot. The personal information of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and other products needs to be consistent. Each manufacturer’s algorithm is different and there could be small-scale differences, which will continue to be optimized.
 

24. Q: How to use warm-up stretching before and after exercise on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: In the waiting interface for sports types that support warm-up, you can tap [Warm-up] on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to start the warm-up. After finishing the exercise, you can tap [Stretching] under the exercise report to do stretching.
 

25. Q: How to measure the lactate threshold on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm does not support lactate threshold measurement.
 

26. Q: How to set the metronome on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: In the exercise settings, you can set the metronome on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. Additionally, during the exercise, you can press and hold the upper button to enter the exercise tools and set the metronome.
 

27. Q: How to set the AI pacer on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: You can open [Workout] on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm >> [Outdoor running] >> tap the settings icon >> tap [AI pacer] >> enable [AI pacer]. After enabling it, an additional AI pacer interface will appear during the exercise.
 
 

28. Q: How to adjust the item order on the workout interface of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm currently does not support manually adjusting the item order on the workout interface. The items are automatically sorted based on the usage frequency of the workout modes.
 

29. Q: Why can't the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm record the training load when doing indoor exercises such as strength training and stair climbing machines without fatigue values?

A: The training load on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm can be managed through the Training state App on the watch.
 

30. Q: How to enable the Skiing fall detection function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone are properly connected. Here's how to enable the feature:
  1. On the phone: Open the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Security] >> enable [Emergency SOS] and [Fall detection] (make sure to set up emergency contacts).
  1. On the watch: When entering a skiing workout, tap the settings icon >> [Security] >> turn on [Skiing fall detection].
Note:
  1. Fall detection and emergency calls for skiing need to be enabled and configured in the security settings interface of any skiing mode. To use the emergency call feature, ensure the watch is connected to the Mi Fitness App on the phone.
  2. Emergency calls are to help us find rescue in time in an emergency. Please accurately choose a ski resort close to you and do not call casually, otherwise you will be responsible for the consequences.
 

31. Q: How to activate the training experience on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To activate the training experience on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, you can open the exercise settings for any workout. Enable the [Training experience] option and start the workout.
After completing the workout, an interface will appear prompting you to select your training experience. You can choose your experience and then tap [√] to view the selected experience in the workout report. You can check the synced training experience in the Mi Fitness App on your phone.
 

32. Q: How to check the running posture data on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: Start an exercise that supports the running posture on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. You can view the running posture data during or after the exercise.
 

33. Q: During the warm-up phase on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, is it possible to start a workout from the Mi Fitness App?

A: The warm-up on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not in workout mode, so the Mi Fitness App can initiate a workout. This is by design and is a normal behavior.
 

34. Q: Why does the warm-up course exit if the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is locked?

A: The warm-up interface on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm does not have background functions. If you set a PIN, once you take your watch off, the watch will automatically lock the screen and exit the warm-up.
 

35. Q: Why are all sports items displayed in the main sports list of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A:
  1. When a sports scene is used in the sports classification, after the sports data is generated, the current sports will be displayed on the main sports list.
  2. When all sports modes in a sports classification generate data, all sports scenes will be displayed on the main interface, so the data under the sports classification is displayed as 0, which is normal.
 

36. Q: Why does the Mi Fitness App show a double-arrow indicator when exercise metrics reach exactly 100%?

A: In the Mi Fitness App, an arrow indicator is displayed when the standing goal is met or exceeded. This is normal.
 

Handy tool

1. Q: How to use the events on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To use the events on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. After turning on the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Apps] >> turn on [Sync events], every time data is synchronized, the device will synchronize the mobile phone system events for the last 7 days. Sync events only support the MIUI system and iOS, and other systems are not supported yet.
  2. Quantitative restrictions:
(1). The upper limit of all events is 20 (sorted according to the event list), and the excess will not be displayed.
(2). Each event has a maximum of 195 bytes (1 byte for English letters and punctuation marks).
(3). The title can display up to 90 bytes (including punctuation marks). If the displayed content exceeds three lines, three lines plus “...” will be displayed.
(4). Remarks can display up to 45 bytes (including punctuation marks). If it exceeds 45 bytes, 45 bytes plus “...” will be displayed.
(5). The address can display up to 60 characters (including punctuation marks). If it exceeds 60 bytes, 45 bytes plus “...” will be displayed.
 

2. Q: How to use the calendar on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is connected to the mobile phone, the viewing method is as follows:
  1. Select the calendar application in the App list to view it. The title displays the time. Rotate the rotating button to switch months. It also supports sliding left and right to switch months. The display time is from 2000 to 2060. If enabled [Sync events], dates with events in the next seven days will be marked with dots, and there will be a [Today] mark below the non-current month. Tap it to return to the current month and tap the date to enter the list interface.
  2. Tap the date to enter the list interface, slide up or down to switch the date, display date, week, and holiday information, the next seven days are highlighted, or no event is displayed. If there is 1 event, the event is displayed in one row. If the content cannot be displayed, use “...” instead. If the event is greater than 1, it will display how many events there are in total. Tap the list to enter the events. For details, please refer to the events application.
  3. Events interface: Please refer to the events application for specific usage.
 

3. Q: How to check weather information on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is connected to the phone, the viewing method is as follows:
  1. Select the weather application in the App list and view it. You can get the local temperature, weather conditions, AQI (air quality) pollution, air quality forecast, wind level, ultraviolet rays, intensity, relative humidity, sunrise and sunset times, and weather forecast for the coming week by scrolling up and down.
  2. Swipe the screen up or down on the home interface of the watch face to view the weather widget to get temperature and weather condition information. Tap the widget to enter the weather App to view more information.
Note:
To use the watch to check real-time weather, you need to keep your phone connected to the watch, and the [Weather updates] function in the Mi Fitness App is turned on.
  1. If the watch is not connected to the phone.
    (1). The disconnection time does not span days and does not exceed 2 hours. The locally cached weather data is displayed correctly.
    (2). If it exceeds 2 hours, it will show that the data has expired. You need to reconnect the device in the App and turn on the [Weather updates] switch, and the weather information will be automatically updated.
  2. The weather information displayed on the watch is obtained by the Mi Fitness App from the service provider and pushed. If it is different from the weather service provider used by the mobile phone system, the displayed results could be slightly different.
 

4. Q: How to use the stopwatch function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To use the stopwatch function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following information:
  1. Open [Stopwatch] in the App list.
  2. Tap the icon to start timing. During the timing process, tap the scoring button or tap the shortcut key to generate scoring data. In the scoring record display area, slide the screen up and down to view all scoring records, and up to 50 scoring records can be displayed.
  3. Tap the square icon to clear the stopwatch data.
Note:
The stopwatch application does not support running in the background. Exiting the stopwatch will clear all timing data.

 

5. Q: How to use the Timer function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm provides 1 minute, 2 minutes, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes and 30 minutes timers by default. You can also customize the time to adapt to the needs of different scenarios.
The settings are as follows:
  1. Open [Timer] in the App list.
  2. Select a number and start the countdown directly after tapping it. You can also tap [Custom] to set the time you need.
  3. After the countdown is over, the watch will vibrate and ring as a reminder (the ring volume is the alarm volume). You can tap the screen to turn off the countdown reminder or start a new countdown.
     

6. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support the function of finding phone/finding device?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports the function of finding phone on the watch and finding device on the phone. When the phone and watch are connected via Bluetooth, if the phone cannot be found, you can use the find phone function on the watch.
To find the phone:
  1. Enter the [Find phone] App in the App list and tap [Search].
  2. During the search process, tap [Stop] to end the search state.
To find the watch:
  1. Open the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [System] >> [Find device] >> [Find device]. 
  2. During the search process, tap [Stop] to end the search state.
Note:
If Bluetooth is not connected, the phone search function prompt is unavailable.
 

7. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support the compass function?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports the compass function. Open the Compass App from the App list, and follow the on-screen instructions to rotate the watch for calibration. Once calibration is complete, you can use the compass for navigation.
Note:
External magnetic fields can affect the watch's geomagnetic sensor. To ensure accuracy, keep the watch away from magnets, phones, or other magnetic objects while using the compass.
 

8. Q: When does the compass on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm need to be calibrated?

A: Calibration is not required every time you open the Compass App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. After turning on the compass, it will determine whether the changes in the surrounding magnetic field will affect the accuracy of the data. If the impact on the accuracy is large, calibration is required.
Note:
Strong magnetic fields in the environment can interfere with the compass's proper functioning.

 

9. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support checking the altitude and barometric pressure?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports altitude and barometric pressure tracking. Open the Barometer App from the App list on your watch to view the current pressure, historical highest and lowest pressure (in hPa, rounded to the nearest whole number), and the altitude value by swiping left. The altitude range is from -200 to 9000 meters, and the barometric pressure range is from 300 to 1100 hPa.
Note:
  1. Altitude readings can be influenced by the surrounding environment and are for reference only.
  2. If there is a significant deviation, update your watch to the latest firmware via the Mi Fitness App and try again.
  3. Data inaccuracy can occur if the App has not been synced for a long time. Sync it to update the data.
     

10. Q: How to set an alarm on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports alarms with vibration and ringtones (alarm volume matches the set alarm tone). You can set multiple and recurring alarms.
To use the alarm on the watch, please refer to the following information:
  1. Set an alarm: Press the upper button to access the App list. Open the Alarm App, and create a new alarm. Set the desired time. If no repeat dates are selected, it will be a one-time alarm. Select repeat dates for recurring alarms. Tap [√] to save the settings.
  2. When the alarm triggers, it will vibrate and ring. Press a button or tap [Snooze] on the screen to delay the alarm by 10 minutes. Tap [Turn off] to stop the alarm completely.
  3. If you want to delete an alarm, please go to the App list of the watch >> open the [Alarm] App >> tap the alarm >> choose [Delete] to remove it.
     

11. Q: How to disable the vibration or ringtone for alarms on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The alarm vibration cannot be disabled on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. However, you can delay the alarm by pressing the power button or tapping [Snooze], which snoozes it for 10 minutes.
To disable the ringtone, please go to the [Settings] App on your watch and then tap [Sound and vibration]. You can see the alarm volume on the watch and set the volume to 0. Alternatively, you can go to the App list of the watch >> open the [Alarm] App >> select the alarm >> enable [Vibration only] in the alarm setting interface.
 

12. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support syncing alarms with phones?

A: For MIUI phones, alarms set on the phone can be synchronized with the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm for reminders. This feature is not available for non-MIUI phones.
Alarms will trigger on both the phone and the watch simultaneously. Actions taken on either device (e.g., snoozing or stopping) will apply to both.
Alarm reminders can be synced to the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, provided that the Bluetooth connection between the phone and the watch is stable, and the Mi Fitness App is running properly.
Note:
You can disable the phone alarm notification by going to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Apps] >> [Alarm] >> turn off [Sync alarms from phone].
 

13. Q: What is the Sleep mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, and how to use it?

A: To set the Sleep mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following steps:
  1. Open the Mi Fitness App.
  2. Enter [Device].
  3. Select [System].
  4. Enter [Sleep mode] and set a custom schedule time. Select to sync with the phone's schedule (for MIUI system) or customize the bedtime and wake-up time (for non-MIUI system), and wait for the watch to sync successfully.
After enabling Sleep mode, daily reminders will be triggered. When the watch reaches bedtime, it will remind you to go to sleep and automatically activate Do Not Disturb mode, disabling the Raise to wake feature.
When the watch reaches the wake-up time, an alarm will sound, similar to the one set on the watch, and once you dismiss the alarm, the watch will automatically exit Do Not Disturb mode and activate Raise to wake. For non-MIUI phones, after dismissing the alarm, an early report will pop up, displaying sleep duration and today's weather information. For MIUI phones, the wake-up early report will only appear on the phone and not on the watch to avoid duplication.
 

14. Q: How to use the Camera App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The remote control phone photography feature can be activated in three ways. Go to the Camera App on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, set it as a shortcut key (the power button), and use quick gesture. All three triggering methods must be performed while the watch's Camera App is open.
Note:
  1. This feature cannot launch the phone's Camera App. Open the Camera App on your phone before using the function.
  2. Ensure the watch is connected to the phone and the Mi Fitness App is running in the background.
  3. If the feature doesn’t work, ensure fewer than seven devices are connected to your phone via Bluetooth.
 

Watch face related

1. Q: How to change and delete the watch face of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To change the watch face of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please refer to the following methods:
  1. On the watch, you can tap the Settings App >> [Home screen] >> [Watch face] >> select [Watch faces] to make the change. Alternatively, press and hold the main interface of the watch for 2 seconds to enter the watch face selection interface. Swipe left or right to switch between available watch faces. Both the system’s pre-installed watch faces and any previously downloaded or changed watch faces will be displayed on the watch face selection interface.
  2. To change the watch face through the Mi Fitness App, please ensure the watch is connected to the phone. Open the Mi Fitness APP >> go to [Device] >> enter [Manage watch faces] >> tap the watch face you want to change to and apply it.
  3. Swipe the watch face left to enter the watch face selection list. Swipe up and down to slide the watch face, tap to select a watch face or press the upper button to enter the watch face and select it to use. If you do not select, you can return to the original watch face by swiping right.
Note:
Due to the large memory usage of watch faces, to ensure the smooth operation of the watch's system, if too many watch faces are added, you will not be able to add new ones. A memory shortage warning will appear during the download process.
To delete the watch face, please refer to the following methods:
  1. Open the Mi Fitness App >> go to [Device] >> enter [Manage watch faces] >> go to the downloaded watch face and tap the three-dot icon. Choose [Delete] to remove it.
  2. On the watch, you can press and hold the main interface of the watch for 2 seconds or go to the watch face selection in the settings. Swipe up on the watch face to display the [Delete] icon, and tap it to remove the watch face.
     

2. Q: Can the watch face background be customized on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports custom watch face backgrounds (requires updating to the latest system). This feature can be achieved through the Mi Fitness App.
For your reference, please refer to the following steps:
  1. Open the Mi Fitness App and ensure the device is correctly connected and synced.
  2. Go to Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Manage watch faces] >> [All] >> [Custom] >> select the watch face style >> tap [Apply] >> [Edit] >> add custom images >> follow the instructions to complete the watch face configuration.
Note:
  1. Custom allows multiple background images. When the screen is on, each tap will cycle through the background images.
  2. Different styles allow you to display different data items on the watch face, such as steps, heart rate, battery level, and weather.
     

3. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not automatically turn on the Always-on display watch face?

A: After enabling the smart Always-on display function on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, the screen will automatically turn off during sleep or when the watch is removed. Once you wake up, the Always-on display will function normally after the first screen activation (via raise to wake or button press) and the subsequent screen-off.
 

4. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support custom watch faces?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports customizable watch faces. When switching watch faces, a customizable watch face will display [Edit] below, allowing you to personalize the watch face.
 

5. Q: What is the battery usage level of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm face?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm face editing interface includes a battery usage level. After entering the watch face editing interface by pressing and holding the watch face, the battery usage level is displayed above the watch face name.
The battery usage levels of watch faces are displayed using different colors:
  1. Power level 1: Display [Low battery usage] in green.
  2. Power level 2: Display [Medium battery usage] in orange.
  3. Power level 3: Display [High battery usage] in red.
The introductions of different battery usage levels are as follows:
  1. Low battery usage: Applying this watch face can help increase battery life.
  2. Medium battery usage: Applying this watch face will reduce battery life by 10%.
  3. High battery usage: Applying this watch face will reduce battery life by 20%.
 

6. Q: Why is the background color of the thumbnail different when long-pressing the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm face compared to swiping left?

A: The background color of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm face automatically changes according to the UV intensity. The thumbnail shown during a long press uses a preset fixed style (with the outdoor UV level set to 6), while the thumbnail and preview shown when swiping left reflect the actual real-time UV intensity.
Note:
The UV intensity is the intensity warned by the weather forecast.
 

7. Q: Why are the preview images on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm black at 3 and 9 o'clock?

A: We deliberately darkened the three and nine o'clock positions on the watch face to make the time easier to read and the entire watch face more layered on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm.
 

8. Q: Why is the black border below the watch face thumbnail wider than the top on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: We raised the watch face thumbnail on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to enhance the 3D effect to the fullest, making it not only visually appealing but also providing a better tactile experience during operation.
 

9. Q: Why does the moon appear wider when the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen is on compared to when it’s off?

A: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen is on, there are additional pattern outlines around the crescent moon, making it visually appear wider. When the screen is off, the moon display is unobstructed, so it looks slimmer compared to the screen-on state.
 

10. Q: Why are some watch face thumbnails blurry on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: Some watch faces on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm have rich and detailed designs, so the thumbnails appear relatively small and slightly blurry. However, when you tap to enlarge them, every detail becomes clear.
 

Screen related

1. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen have a slight color deviation when displaying at low brightness?

A: Due to the inherent properties of current AMOLED materials, the activation voltages for the RGB colors differ. As a result, a slight color shift can occur when the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen is displayed at low brightness, but this phenomenon disappears as the brightness increases. This is a normal occurrence, so please rest assured while using the device.
 

2. Q: Why can stripes be seen on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen at certain angles, and why does the watch exhibit graininess in low-brightness scenarios?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm uses an AMOLED display, which includes a very thin layer of polarizer film. The thinner the film, the more it tends to shrink in the direction perpendicular to its stretch during the manufacturing process, leaving visible streaks once it adheres to the base material. This is an inevitable phenomenon, so please rest assured while using the device.
The brightness levels of different pixels on the display can vary, leading to visible differences in brightness across different areas. In low-light conditions, you will be more sensitive to these variations. This is a natural occurrence, so please rest assured while using the device.
 

3. Q: Why is the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen unable to light up?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen is unable to light up, please try the following steps:
  1. It can be due to insufficient battery. Please connect the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to the charging dock and check if the battery level is sufficient.
  2. Press and hold the power button for 12 seconds to force restart the watch. After restarting, check the watch's version and update it to the latest version.
 

4. Q: Why is the Raise to wake feature of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not responsive?

A: The functionality relies on the accelerometer inside the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. Actions such as flipping the wrist or raising the wrist can wake up the screen. However, if the wrist flip angle is too small or the motion is too slow, it can result in the screen not turning on.
 

5. Q: What to do if the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen displays distortion or artifacts?

A: It is recommended to press and hold the power button for 3 seconds and select [Reboot] to restart the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm before using it.
 

6. Q: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is paired with a phone, the blue ball rotation animation is stuck?

A: The animation is playing during binding, and the phone and Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are exchanging data at the same time. The storage has a high read and write occupancy, and the overall load of the machine is high, causing the animation playback to be slightly stuck. After the data interaction and synchronization are completed, the stuck phenomenon will disappear. Please feel free to use it.
 

7. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen briefly light up when switching from the screen-off state to the Always-on display mode?

A: When switching from the screen-off state to the Always-on display mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, the screen goes through a very brief wake-up process. It lights up momentarily before entering the AOD mode. During this process, you can visually notice a brief bright screen, creating a flicker effect. This is a normal phenomenon.
 

8. Q: Why are the widgets on the watch face of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not tappable?

A: At this stage, the widgets on the watch face of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are purely decorative and do not have interactive functionality. This will be optimized in future versions.
 

Notification related

1. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support receiving notifications from the phone? How to view and manage notifications?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports receiving notifications from the phone. After enabling the App notifications in the Mi Fitness App, and with the watch and phone connected, you can sync and view phone notifications on the watch. The watch can only view notifications and does not support replies.
To enable this function, please open the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> select [Notifications and calls] >> tap [App notifications] and enable it. You can either select [Mirror phone notifications] to sync notifications from all phone Apps to the watch or choose specific Apps for notifications.
Note:
For Apps enabled in the Mi Fitness App, ensure notification permissions are also enabled on the phone.
To view the notifications, please refer to the following steps:
  1. When the watch and the Mi Fitness App are connected, messages received on the phone’s notification bar will sync to the watch.
Note:
By default, the watch will only vibrate and not turn on the screen when a notification is received. You can use the Raise to wake feature or manually turn on the screen to view the notification details. If you want the watch to turn on the screen when receiving a notification, open the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Notifications and calls] >> tap [App notifications] and enable it >> enable [Wake screen].
  1. On the main interface of the watch face, swipe down to open the notification shade and view the received notifications.
To delete notifications, please refer to the following methods:
  1. When the watch and the Mi Fitness App are connected, notifications that have been read on the phone will automatically be deleted from the watch.
  2. You can delete the notification on the notification detail interface on the watch. If the watch and the Mi Fitness App are connected, the notification will also be deleted from the phone.
  3. In the notification detail interface on the watch, you can check the notification on your phone, and the notification will be deleted from the watch, while the phone will open the corresponding App for that notification (this feature is supported only on some Android phones, and requires the watch and the App to be connected).
  4. In the notification shade on the watch, swipe left on a notification in the list to delete it, or tap [Clear all] at the top of the list to delete all notifications.
Note:
  1. Turning off or restarting the watch will clear all notifications.
  2. The watch can store a maximum of 50 notifications. If the number exceeds 50, new notifications will overwrite the oldest ones.
 

2. Q: Why doesn’t the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm receive notifications from the phone?

A: When the Mi Fitness App maintains a Bluetooth connection with your Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, it pushes notifications from the phone’s notification bar to the watch, notifying you of new notifications on the phone.
However, if there are no notifications displayed in the phone's notification bar, the watch will not receive any notifications, even if the phone's Apps have new notifications.
If you find that you're not receiving notifications, please follow these steps to troubleshoot:
  1. Ensure that the phone has a stable network connection, Bluetooth is enabled, and the phone is properly connected to the watch.
  2. Make sure that notifications are set to display in the phone's notification bar.
  3. Check if the App notification option is enabled in the Mi Fitness App.
  4. Verify whether the watch is in Do Not Disturb or Sleep mode. During these periods, the watch will not vibrate to alert you of new notifications.
  5. Check if [Notify only when worn] is enabled on the watch. With this switch turned on, the watch will only receive notifications while being worn.
  6. If your phone is running on the Android system, it is recommended to enable background running permissions to ensure that the App operates properly in the background.
 

3. Q: How many characters and message notifications does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support for message reminders?

A: The message display on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports approximately 16 lines. Any text beyond that will not be displayed.
The watch can receive up to 50 notifications. If more than 50 notifications are received, the new messages will overwrite the earliest ones.
 

4. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support incoming call notifications?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports incoming call notifications. When connected to the phone, the watch will vibrate and ring when there is an incoming call, displaying the caller's number or name (if contacts permission is granted). You can reject the call by tapping the red phone icon or answer it by tapping the green phone icon on the watch screen.
Note:
  1. The name displayed for incoming calls will match what is saved in the phone's contacts, while unknown numbers will display the phone number.
  2. If Do Not Disturb mode is activated, incoming call notifications will be muted during the designated period.
 

5. Q: What to do if the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm does not receive incoming call notifications?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports incoming call notifications and is enabled by default. Ensure the Mi Fitness App is running in the background (check permissions such as background process lock, background auto-start, and background high battery consumption).
In your phone's Bluetooth settings, confirm that call audio is enabled for the connected watch (this feature is enabled by default, and turning it off will prevent call notifications).
 

6. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support Bluetooth disconnection reminders?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm does not support Bluetooth disconnection reminders. However, you can check the Bluetooth connection status in the status bar of the watch's Control center.
The icon for Bluetooth disconnection is shown below:
The icon for Bluetooth connection is shown below:
 

7. Q: How to use emergency contacts on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports setting up emergency contacts. To enable and call emergency contacts, the watch must be connected to the Mi Fitness App.
To enable emergency contacts, please open the Mi Fitness App on your phone, go to [Device] >> [Security] >> enter [Emergency SOS] and enable it >> tap [Emergency contacts] to set the phone number and notes. The settings will automatically sync to the watch.
To call an emergency contact, you can press the power button three times in quick succession to call your emergency contact (this syncs with the phone's dialing system).
 

8. Q: How to use the fall detection function of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: Fall detection needs to be enabled and set up in the Mi Fitness App. After binding and connecting the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, go to the Mi Fitness App >> [Device] >> [Security] >> tap [Emergency SOS] >> enable [Emergency SOS] and [Fall detection].
Note:
  1. To enable Emergency SOS, emergency contacts need to be added the first time it’s used.
  2. After the fall detection switch is turned on, the call switch can be turned on according to need.
  3. The device can not detect all falls and can mistakenly identify activities with high impact as falls, triggering alerts and emergency help. If there is no fall at this time, you can tap "I'm fine" on the reminder interface to close it.
  4. When the watch detects a fall while worn, it waits for approximately 20 seconds to determine whether you are active. If no activity is detected, it will send the alert. If no action is taken within 60 seconds after the reminder, the watch will automatically call for help.
  5. The watch must be connected to the Mi Fitness App for it to make emergency calls and send notifications. If you connect to other brands of mobile phones, sending help messages can be restricted due to system limitations.
 

9. Q: How to use the favorite contacts of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To add favorite contacts, ensure the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is connected to the Mi Fitness App, then go to [Device] >> [Apps] >> [Favorite contacts] >> [Add]. This will open the phone's contact selection interface (ensure that the App has access to contacts). Select the contact you wish to add, and it will automatically sync to the watch.
To call a favorite contact, ensure the watch is connected to the phone. Open the Contacts App on the watch, and select the contact you wish to call (Synchronize to initiate a call on the mobile phone).
 

10. Q: How to check the call history of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: You can go to the App list on your Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and enter the Phone App to check the call history.
The call history includes 4 types of records:
Missed calls, calls ended on the watch, calls answered on the watch, and calls dialed from the watch. You can tap [Clear all] to delete all call history from the watch. You can also tap a record to initiate a call (this is synced with the phone).
Note:
The watch only stores the most recent 30 call records. Once 30 records are reached, new calls will overwrite the oldest ones.
 

11. Q: How to answer and make calls for the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To answer and make calls for the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, you can refer to the following information:
  1. Answering calls on the watch: When the phone and the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm are connected, incoming call notifications from the phone are synchronized to the watch. You can accept or reject the call by pressing the respective icons on the watch (this syncs with the phone's actions).
  2. Making calls from the watch: When the phone and watch are connected, you can dial a number using favorite contacts, emergency contacts, call history, or missed calls (this initiates the call on the phone).
  3. Switching phone calls to the watch: While the phone and watch are connected, you can switch an ongoing phone call to the watch by changing the call device to the watch and continuing the conversation on the watch.
Note:
  1. There can be a sound issue during calls on the watch. This bug has been fixed in the latest firmware update. Please check for updates in the Mi Fitness App and update the watch to the latest firmware version.
  2. Some phone models can experience a delay when hanging up a call on the watch, due to compatibility issues between the phone and the watch. This is a normal occurrence.
 

Charging and Battery Endurance

1. Q: What is the battery endurance of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: It takes about 60 minutes to fully charge the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. The typical usage mode has a battery life of about 8 days, the regular usage mode has a battery life of about 4 days, and the regular AOD usage mode has a battery life of about 3 days.
Test conditions for battery endurance that meet actual usage scenarios:
  1. Typical usage: 8 days
(1). The watch is fully charged and used with factory default settings with a static watch face. High-precision sleep monitoring, all-day stress monitoring, and all-day blood oxygen monitoring are turned off.
(2). Whole-day heart rate monitoring turned on at a frequency of once every 10 minutes.
(3). Message reminders are turned on, receiving 100 messages per day, 2 incoming call reminders, 3 alarm notifications and NFC swipe card 8 times.
(4). The screen is awakened by raising to wrist 300 times per day, manually starting the Mi Fitness App to sync data once a day.
(5). 15 minutes of Bluetooth calls per week, 30 minutes of local music playback through Bluetooth earbuds per week (local music playback only supported on Android phones).
(6). 90 minutes of sports tracking per week (GNSS enabled) and swipe the screen for 6 minutes every day.
  1. Regular usage: 4 days
(1). The watch is fully charged and used with factory default settings with a static watch face. High-precision sleep monitoring, all-day stress monitoring, all-day blood oxygen monitoring, heart health monitoring and smart heart rate monitoring are turned on.
(2). Message reminders are turned on, receiving 100 messages per day, 2 incoming call reminders, 3 alarm notifications and NFC swipe card 8 times.
(3). The screen is awakened by raising to wrist 360 times per day, manually starting the Mi Fitness App to sync data once a day.
(4). 15 minutes of Bluetooth calls per week, 30 minutes of local music playback through Bluetooth earbuds per week (local music playback only supported on Android phones).
(5). 180 minutes of sports tracking per week (GNSS enabled) and swipe the screen for 6 minutes every day.
  1. Regular AOD usage: 3 days
(1). The watch is fully charged and used with factory default settings with a static watch face. AOD display, high-precision sleep monitoring, all-day stress monitoring, all-day blood oxygen monitoring, heart health monitoring and smart heart rate monitoring are turned on.
(2). Message reminders are turned on, receiving 100 messages per day, 2 incoming call reminders, 3 alarm notifications and NFC swipe card 8 times.
(3). The screen is awakened by raising to wrist 360 times per day, manually starting the Mi Fitness App to sync data once a day.
(4). 15 minutes of Bluetooth calls per week, 30 minutes of local music playback through Bluetooth earbuds per week (local music playback only supported on Android phones).
(5). 180 minutes of sports tracking per week (GNSS enabled) and swipe the screen for 6 minutes every day.
 

2. Q: What is the battery capacity of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and how to charge it?

A: The battery capacity of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is 320 mAh and it charges with a magnetic USB charging dock.
The charging method is as follows:
  1. Place the watch on the charging dock, ensuring that the charging contacts on the back of the watch align completely with the metal contacts on the dock.
  2. Connect the other end of the charging dock to a USB-A charger (with an output voltage of 5 V and output current greater than or equal to 0.5 A). When the watch's battery drops below 20%, 10%, or 5%, a prompt will appear to connect the charger for charging. During the charging process, a charging notification will be displayed.
Note:
  1. If the watch cannot power on after being idle for a long time, it will take about 1 minute of pre-charging before the charging icon appears.
  2. Before charging, clean the watch's charging contacts to remove any sweat or moisture to ensure proper charging.
 

3. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm consume power quickly?

A: The battery life of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm varies significantly depending on usage scenarios. You can try reducing the frequency of health data collection or turning off some automatic health measurements to achieve better battery performance.
 

4. Q: Why doesn’t the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm reach the advertised 8-day battery life in daily use?

A: A higher frequency of health data collection and enabling more health monitoring features will impact the battery life of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm. You can try lowering the health data collection frequency or turning off some automatic health measurements to extend the battery life.
 

5. Q: Does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm support ultra battery saver mode?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports ultra battery saver mode. The ultra-long battery endurance mode is the ultra battery saver mode of the watch.
To turn on the ultra battery saver mode, please refer to the following methods:
  1. Open [Settings] on the watch >> [Battery] >> enable [Ultra battery saver].
  2. Press the power button of the watch to enter control center, and tap the [Ultra battery saver] icon.
  3. When the watch pops up a 5% low battery reminder, there will be a [Ultra battery saver] icon on the reminder interface. Tap the icon to turn on the ultra battery saver mode.
To exit the ultra battery saver mode, please refer to the following methods:
  1. Press and hold the power button (lower button) for 3 seconds to select [Reboot] to exit the ultra battery saver mode.
  2. Put the watch on the charging stand to charge, and it will automatically exit the ultra battery saver mode.
Note:
The watch cannot enter the ultra battery saver mode while charging.
 

Troubleshooting

1. Q: Why is the step counting on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm inaccurate or not working?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is equipped with a built-in accelerometer, which captures motion data. This data is processed through algorithms combined with basic human body parameters to calculate metrics such as step count and calories burned.
Factors affecting accuracy are as follows:
  1. The principle behind calculating walking distance on the watch is based on your preset height, gender, and weight, which are used to estimate your step length. This estimated step length is then multiplied by your total step count to generate an approximate walking distance.
  2. Different heights, weights, and genders can have different step lengths, causing deviations in calculations.
  3. Factors such as arm swing amplitude, walking habit, human activity scene (e.g., walking, riding, driving, or showering), or complex arm movements (e.g., keyboard typing, moving the mouse, lifting and pulling objects) can influence step detection.
  4. Due to the reasons mentioned above, the distance calculated by the watch is ultimately an estimated value. The watch is not intended to serve as a professional measurement tool for distance. Continuous optimization of the software algorithms will be carried out to improve the accuracy of these calculations.
Note:
The watch updates step counts multiple times per minute but does not provide real-time updates every second.
 

2. Q: Why is the GPS positioning of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm slow?

A: If the GPS positioning of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is slow, please refer to the following:
  1. Please make sure you are outdoors. Positioning can be slower in complex environments (e.g., surrounded by tall buildings or near large water bodies). It is recommended to move to an open area and restart the positioning process.
  2. If it has been a long time since your last outdoor activity, the satellite ephemeris data on the watch can have expired. Open the Mi Fitness App, reconnect the watch, and refresh the synchronization to improve GPS positioning speed.
  3. GPS positioning is not possible in locations such as indoors, basements, tunnels, indoor swimming pools, or sports arenas.
 

3. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm still display pace information after stopping the workout?

A: On the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, distance and pace during workouts require a brief calculation period. After stopping the activity (complete stillness), it takes approximately 10 seconds for the pace information to stop updating.
 

4. Q: Why doesn’t the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm vibrate?

A: If your Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not vibrating, please refer to the following steps:
  1. First, check whether the vibration alerts are enabled and confirm that Do Not Disturb mode is turned off.
  2. If the vibration alerts are not enabled, try restarting the watch. After restarting, set several alarms on the watch. If the screen displays the alarm notification but the watch does not vibrate, you can contact the local after-sales service center for further inspection.
 

5. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fail to power on?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fails to power on, please refer to the following steps:
  1. Connect the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to its charging dock and cable, and charge it for at least 10 minutes continuously.
  2. If the device still does not power on after charging, try performing a forced restart by pressing and holding the power button for more than 12 seconds.
  3. If the watch remains unresponsive, please contact the local after-sales service center for further inspection.
 

6. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm display a black screen for several minutes before turning on during a system update?

A: This is normal behavior. Since the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm supports built-in applications, after the update progress bar is completed, the watch needs additional time to load, decompress, and install application resources. As a result, the screen can remain black for about 1-3 minutes before showing the boot-up screen.
 

7. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm system upgrade fail?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fails to upgrade the system, please refer to the following methods:
  1. If the Mi Fitness App or the device shows an upgrade failure notification, try restarting the device and updating again.
  2. Place the watch on the charger and ensure the battery level is above 20%, then attempt the update again.
  3. Reset the watch, repair it with your phone, and try updating again.
  4. Use a different phone to bind the watch and attempt the update.
  5. If the upgrade fails and the watch cannot power on, please contact the local after-sales service center for further inspection.
 

8. Q: What to do if the system OTA update on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm gets stuck at 100%?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm's system OTA update is stuck at 100% and does not proceed, press and hold the power button (lower button) for 12 seconds to force a restart, and then try updating again.
 

9. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm have an odor when unboxed?

A: When unboxing the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, you will notice a slight odor. This is common with plastic products and packaging materials. After being stored in a sealed package for some time, the odor can accumulate and will be more noticeable when first opened. The smell will naturally dissipate after the product is left in the open for a while. This odor does not affect your health or the normal use of the product.
 

10. Q: Why is the weather on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not updating?

A: The weather on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm updates every 15 to 30 minutes.
If the weather information has not updated for an extended period, please follow these troubleshooting steps:
  1. Open the Mi Fitness App and check whether the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and the phone are disconnected.
  2. In the Mi Fitness App, navigate to [Device] >> [Apps] >> [Weather], and ensure that [Weather updates] is enabled.
 

11. Q: Do the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm's charging dock and black strap easily attract dust?

A: The charging dock of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is equipped with protective stickers around its edges and on top, effectively reducing dust accumulation. It is recommended to clean any dust promptly when noticed during use.
The watch offers fluororubber and leather straps, both of which are treated to be hypoallergenic and skin-friendly. However, exposure to dust is inevitable during use. Dust on black straps tends to be more visible, so regular cleaning is advised to maintain cleanliness.
 

12. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm vibrate but not light up when a notification is received?

A: By default, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm vibrates for new notifications without lighting up the screen. To view the notification, you can raise your wrist to wake the screen or manually turn it on.
If you prefer the screen to light up with notifications, please refer to the following methods:
  1. In the Mi Fitness App, go to [Device] >> select [Notifications and calls] >> enter [App notifications] >> toggle on the [Wake screen] setting.
  2. You can also go to the [Settings] App on your watch and enter [Notifications] to enable [Wake screen].
 

13. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm show a failure message when trying to activate a card, recharge, or check balance?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm shows a failure message when trying to activate a card, recharge, or check balance, please refer to the following information:
  1. Try switching to a different network, then tap retry below the error message.
  2. Restart your phone's Bluetooth and switch to a different mobile network before trying again.
  3. Make sure the watch is properly connected to the phone, then try recharging again in the Mi Fitness App.
  4. Check whether the Mi Fitness App is the latest version. Update both the App and the watch firmware to the latest versions and try again.
 

14. Q: Why can't the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen be swiped?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen can’t be swiped, please refer to the following information:
  1. Check if the watch battery is too low.
  2. Try holding the power button (lower button) for 3 seconds, then select [Factory reset] in the system options, and rebind the watch.
  3. If the issue persists, press the rotating crown (upper button) to return to the watch face interface. If swiping still doesn't work, you can force restart the watch by holding the power button for 12 seconds.
 

15. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm still go black even with the Always-on display feature enabled?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen can be black in the following situations:
  1. If the watch detects that it has been removed from the wrist for more than 5 minutes, it will automatically go black to reduce power consumption caused by the screen staying on.
  2. If the watch detects sleep for 15 minutes, it will automatically turn off the display.
 

16. Q: Why can't the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm connect to the network after the update?

A: It is recommended to restart the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to restore the network connection.
 

17. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen have uneven colors when it is first powered on?

A: This is caused by the background color and is not a quality issue. Please rest assured and continue using the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm.
 

18. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fail to update the satellite data manually when the phone is connected to Wi-Fi?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm fails to update the satellite data manually when the phone is connected to Wi-Fi, it may be that the Wi-Fi has a limitation. Please try to update the satellite data using another Wi-Fi or the mobile network.
 

19. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm produce noise from the speaker during swimming or other similar activities?

A: When using the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm during activities like swimming, diving, showering, or washing hands, if you hear noise from the speaker, please use the watch's built-in drainage feature (repeat multiple times). To enhance the drainage effect, it is also recommended to perform additional wrist-shaking movements to help expel water droplets from the speaker holes.
 

20. Q: Why is the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm not recognized when plugged into a computer?

A: If the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is not recognized when plugged into a computer, it is recommended that you first connect your phone to the computer using the same data cable and check if the computer recognizes the phone. If the phone is also not recognized, please try updating the USB drivers and attempting the connection again.
 

21. Q: Why is there a delay when pressing the function button on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm while importing music from the Mi Fitness App?

A: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is transferring and reading/writing large files, there will be a delay of several hundred milliseconds when sending messages to the phone. It is recommended not to control music on the watch while the phone is transferring music to avoid lag and delays. Once the music transfer is complete, normal operation will resume.
 

22. Q: After enabling the ultra battery saver mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, will the all-day monitoring function remain turned off after the watch reboots during charging?

A: The ultra battery saver mode on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm reduces power consumption. When it is enabled, the watch will turn off continuous monitoring for blood oxygen, heart rate, and stress to extend battery life.
If the watch continues to be used until it shuts down and is then restarted after charging, you will need to manually turn on the functions again.
 

23. Q: Why does the weather language display abnormally on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm when switching the phone language from English to Chinese?

A: The region names in the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm’s weather App are determined by the language setting of the phone. When the phone language is set to Chinese, the region names on the watch will also display in Chinese, and vice versa.
 

24. Q: Why is there a noticeable delay or lag on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm during the pairing process?

A: During the pairing process, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm plays animations while simultaneously exchanging data with the phone. This results in high read/write usage on the device’s storage, causing an overall increase in system load. As a result, the animation playback can experience slight lag. This is not a quality issue, and please feel free to use it.
 

25. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm genuine leather strap show creases after being bent just once?

A: The Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm strap is made from calf leather and undergoes multiple tanning processes.
Please note the following for daily use:
  1. Regular bending (especially around the clasp area) will gradually create usage marks.
  2. Contact with sweat or cosmetics will accelerate texture changes.
  3. It is recommended to regularly apply specialized leather care oil (about once a month).
  4. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or liquids.
  5. When not in use, place the strap flat for storage.
 

26. Q: Why does the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm screen experience slight lag after restarting or during data synchronization?

A: When data synchronization is triggered, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm’s processor runs tasks that involve interaction with the app and data storage, which slightly affects the screen refresh performance.
The lag will disappear about 5~10 seconds after synchronization is completed. Please feel free to continue using the watch.
 

27. Q: Why does it take longer to acquire a GPS signal for workouts after an OTA update on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: After an OTA update, the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm requires about 1 minute (around 37~47 seconds) to complete the GNSS initialization. If you start an outdoor workout during this period, it will result in longer positioning times.
It is recommended to wait for about 2 minutes after the OTA update is completed before starting your workout, allowing the positioning system to fully initialize and ensure the best usage experience.
 

28. Q: Why is the workout route sometimes missing when syncing exercise data from the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm with an older version of the Mi Fitness App?

A: To improve the accuracy of workout routes and enhance the data syncing experience, we have upgraded the data storage and synchronization mechanism for the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm.
Currently, newly generated workout routes are only supported on the Mi Fitness Android App version 3.42.0 and iOS version 3.34.0 or above.
 

29. Q: Why does the heart rate reading on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm during swimming feel inconsistent with how the body feels?

A: During swimming, if the strap is worn too loosely, gaps between the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm and your skin can allow water impact to interfere with the sensor, leading to weaker PPG signals and less accurate heart rate measurements.
To ensure data accuracy, it is recommended to tighten the strap properly, leaving just enough space to fit one finger between the strap and your wrist. This helps ensure the sensors on the back of the watch maintain close contact with your skin.
 

30. Q: Why are heart rate measurements and positioning inaccurate after adjusting the Milanese strap of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: The Milanese strap of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm is relatively rigid, tends to move around more when worn, and does not fit as snugly against the wrist. It is recommended to tighten the strap slightly when measuring heart rate.
Additionally, the metal strap can interfere with the antenna, which will affect positioning accuracy and time in certain extreme scenarios. Therefore, it is not recommended to use the Milanese strap during sports activities.
 

31. Q: Why is the positioning slow and the signal weak during outdoor workouts after the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm automatically detects exercise?

A: When the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm automatically detects exercise and you begin moving, the GPS has just started positioning. Since you are already in motion, your location keeps changing, which can slow down the positioning process.
It is recommended to manually update the satellite data while the watch is connected to your phone to speed up positioning. You can go to [Settings] >> [Workout settings] >> [Update satellite data] >> [Update].
For daily use, keep your watch connected to your phone. The satellite data will automatically update daily at 00:00, between 8:00 and 11:00, and between 14:00 and 17:00.
 

32. Q: How to adjust the Milanese strap of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm?

A: To adjust the Milanese strap of the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, please fix the watch strap with your right hand and hold the two ends of the bottom cover buckle with your left hand. Slide the bottom cover buckles parallel to each other until it is adjusted to a size suitable for your wrist diameter.
 

33. Q: When using the Card App in Traditional Chinese on the Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm, why does the message "Card has expired. Please re-activate." appear?

A: After linking your Xiaomi Watch S4 41mm to a bank card, you will need to enter your watch password every 24 hours for security reasons. If you receive this message, there's no need to re-activate the card. Simply tap "Enter Password" and enter the correct password to unlock the card. You can then use the card normally.