Debugging apps on the Redmi Watch 5 Active using Bluetooth is not directly supported in the same way as it is for some Wear OS devices. However, you can use Bluetooth debugging indirectly by connecting your watch to a phone and then using the phone as a bridge to your development machine. Here's how you can set up Bluetooth debugging for a Wear OS device, which might be applicable with some modifications:
Steps for Bluetooth Debugging on Wear OS Devices
1. Enable Developer Options on the Watch:
- Go to Settings > System > About and tap on "Build number" several times until you see "You are now a developer."
- Then, go to Settings > Developer options and enable ADB debugging and Debug over Bluetooth.
2. Enable Developer Options on the Phone:
- Open the phone's Settings menu, go to Developer Options, and enable USB debugging.
3. Pair the Watch and Phone:
- Ensure the watch and phone are paired via Bluetooth.
4. Enable Bluetooth Debugging on the Phone:
- Open the Wear OS companion app on the phone.
- Go to Advanced Settings and enable Debugging over Bluetooth.
5. Connect the Phone to Your Development Machine:
- Connect the phone to your computer using a USB cable.
6. Forward ADB Commands:
- Run the following commands in a terminal on your development machine:
bash
adb forward tcp:4444 localabstract:/adb-hub
adb connect 127.0.0.1:4444
- Confirm ADB debugging on the watch when prompted.
7. Use ADB Commands:
- Use ADB commands with the IP address `127.0.0.1` and the port you specified (e.g., `4444`). For example:
bash
adb -s 127.0.0.1:4444
Considerations for the Redmi Watch 5 Active
While the Redmi Watch 5 Active does not run Wear OS but rather a proprietary Xiaomi operating system, it might not support ADB debugging directly. However, if you can establish a connection between the watch and a phone that supports ADB, you might be able to use the phone as a bridge for debugging purposes. This would require the phone to be connected to your development machine via USB and the watch to be connected to the phone via Bluetooth.
For direct debugging of apps on the Redmi Watch 5 Active, you would typically need to use tools and methods provided by Xiaomi, which may not include Bluetooth debugging in the same way as Wear OS devices. Always check the latest documentation from Xiaomi for specific instructions on debugging their smartwatches.
Citations:
[1] https://developer.android.com/training/wearables/get-started/debugging
[2] https://xdaforums.com/t/hacks-tricks-news-and-updates-for-wear-os-smartwatches-ticwatch-fossil-missfit-skagen-xiaomi-oppo-suunto.4233055/
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZ5pSE-1UlI
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eDmuLE0uG4
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJjanI1MFno
[6] https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/wireless/controller/9800/17-12/release-notes/rn-17-12-9800.html
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPPC6TZudR4
[8] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/71221039/wi-fi-debug-adb-there-was-an-error-pairing-the-device