Updating the firmware on your Redmi Watch 5 Active using a computer is not a straightforward process like updating it through the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone. However, you can use advanced tools like ADB (Android Debug Bridge) to interact with your watch if it supports such functionality, which is more common with Wear OS devices. Hereâs how you might approach this, though it's primarily applicable to Wear OS smartwatches and may not directly apply to the Redmi Watch 5 Active:
Preparing Your Watch and Computer
1. Enable Developer Options on Your Watch: If your watch supports it, go to Settings > System > About and tap on the Build number several times until you see a message indicating that you are now a developer. Then, go to Settings > Developer options and enable ADB debugging and Debugging over Wi-Fi.
2. Install ADB Tools on Your Computer: Download the latest ADB tools from the official Android website. Ensure you have the latest updates for ADB and Fastboot.
3. Connect Your Watch to Wi-Fi: Make sure both your watch and computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. If your watch doesn't support Wi-Fi, this method won't work.
Connecting Your Watch to the Computer
1. Find Your Watch's IP Address: You need to find the IP address of your watch. This can be tricky and might require checking your router's settings or using network scanning tools.
2. Connect via ADB: Open a command prompt or terminal on your computer and enter the following command to connect to your watch:
bash
adb connect :5555
Accept any prompts on your watch to allow the connection.
Updating Firmware
If you have a firmware update file (usually in `.zip` format), you can push it to your watch using ADB. However, this is typically more applicable to flashing custom ROMs or specific updates rather than standard firmware updates.
1. Push the Update File: Use the following command to push the update file to your watch:
bash
adb push update_file.zip /sdcard/
2. Apply the Update: This step is highly dependent on the specific update file and your watch's recovery mode. Some watches may require you to boot into recovery mode and apply the update manually.
Important Considerations
- Redmi Watch 5 Active Compatibility: The Redmi Watch 5 Active does not run Wear OS; it uses a proprietary operating system. Therefore, using ADB might not be supported or could be very limited.
- Risk of Bricking: Attempting to update firmware using unofficial methods can risk bricking your device.
- Official Updates: For most users, the recommended method is to update through the Mi Fitness app on a connected smartphone, as this ensures compatibility and safety[1][4].
In summary, while it's technically possible to use a computer for advanced interactions with some smartwatches, updating the Redmi Watch 5 Active's firmware via a computer is not a standard or recommended procedure. The safest and most straightforward method remains using the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone.
Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzJT9WFXE-c
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gw7J5Bvk68c
[3] https://xdaforums.com/t/hacks-tricks-news-and-updates-for-wear-os-smartwatches-ticwatch-fossil-missfit-skagen-xiaomi-oppo-suunto.4233055/
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNxzQy9V3bA
[5] https://gadgetbridge.org/gadgets/wearables/xiaomi/
[6] https://support.monimoto.com/hc/en-us
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvvUk5Jmc0Y
[8] https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/9800/17-12/release-notes/rn-17-12-9800.html
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYQlbUMO3V0
[10] https://www.reddit.com/r/miband/comments/1hshp4z/latest_update_on_redmi_watch_5_active/
[11] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSqxQe0w31M
[12] https://trust.mi.com/misrc/updates/iot?tab=update