When experiencing Bluetooth connectivity issues with your Redmi Watch 5 Active, several settings on your phone could be affecting the connection. Here are some key settings and troubleshooting steps to consider:
1. Bluetooth Settings: Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your phone. Sometimes, simply toggling Bluetooth off and then back on can resolve connectivity issues[1][2]. Go to your phone's settings, find the Bluetooth option, and toggle it off for a few seconds before turning it back on.
2. App Permissions: Ensure that the Mi Fitness app, which is required for pairing the Redmi Watch 5 Active, has the necessary permissions to run in the background. This is particularly important if you notice that the watch disconnects when you close the app[9]. On Android, you can manage app permissions by going to Settings > Apps > Mi Fitness > Permissions. For iOS, go to Settings > Mi Fitness > Background App Refresh.
3. Location Services: Some devices require location services to be enabled for Bluetooth to work properly. Ensure that location services are turned on for the Mi Fitness app. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Mi Fitness > Permissions > Location. For iOS, go to Settings > Mi Fitness > Location.
4. Power-Saving Modes: Power-saving modes can sometimes restrict background data usage or Bluetooth connectivity. Check if any power-saving features are enabled on your phone and disable them temporarily to see if it improves Bluetooth connectivity.
5. Interference from Other Devices: Other Bluetooth devices in the vicinity can cause interference. Try disconnecting other Bluetooth devices from your phone and see if this improves the connection with your Redmi Watch 5 Active.
6. Software Updates: Ensure both your phone and the Redmi Watch 5 Active are running the latest software. Outdated software can lead to connectivity issues[2]. Use the Mi Fitness app to check for updates for the watch, and check your phone's settings for any available system updates.
7. Reset the Watch: If none of the above steps work, consider resetting the Redmi Watch 5 Active. This can often resolve persistent connectivity issues[1][2]. To reset, go to the watch's settings and look for the reset option.
By checking and adjusting these settings, you should be able to improve Bluetooth connectivity between your phone and the Redmi Watch 5 Active.
Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZ5pSE-1UlI
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJjanI1MFno
[3] https://www.mi.com/pk/support/faq/details/KA-38278/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s1NvvgaTUQ
[5] https://www.mi.com/in/redmi-watch/faq/
[6] https://www.reddit.com/r/Xiaomi/comments/tlg1t8/xiaomi_watch_s1s1_active_3_things_that_need_fixed/
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgfQPqoJhwA
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db3sKl30CT4
[9] https://www.reddit.com/r/miband/comments/1harqop/redmi_watch_active_5_disconecting/
[10] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S78ktLKvk00
[11] https://www.mi.com/global/product/redmi-watch-5-active/