Fixing notification issues on the Redmi Watch 5 Active when paired with an iPhone involves several steps to ensure that your watch receives notifications correctly. Here's a detailed guide to help you troubleshoot and resolve the problem:
1. Pair the Watch with Your iPhone**
First, ensure that your Redmi Watch 5 Active is properly paired with your iPhone using the Mi Fitness app. This app is essential for managing notifications and other features of your watch.2. Enable Notifications in the Mi Fitness App**
- Open the Mi Fitness app on your iPhone.- Select your device (Redmi Watch 5 Active) from the list.
- Go to Notifications and Calls.
- Select App Notifications and ensure that the switch is turned on for the apps you want to receive notifications from, such as Messages or WhatsApp[2][4].
3. Adjust iPhone Settings**
- Open Settings on your iPhone.- Go to Bluetooth and find your Redmi Watch 5 Active.
- Tap on the info icon next to it.
- Ensure "Share System Notifications" is enabled. This option might require you to allow permissions for the Mi Fitness app to access notifications[3].
4. Check App-Specific Notifications**
- In the Mi Fitness app, ensure that notifications are enabled for specific apps you want to receive notifications from.- You can also customize which apps send notifications to your watch by selecting them individually[2][4].
5. Wake Screen for Notifications**
- Enable the option to wake the screen for incoming notifications in the Mi Fitness app. This ensures that your watch screen turns on when you receive a notification[9][10].6. Disable Automatic Wear Detection**
- If your watch has issues detecting when it's being worn, disable the "Notify only when worn" feature. This can prevent notifications from being missed due to sensor issues[9][10].7. Check Phone Modes**
- Ensure that your iPhone is not in Do Not Disturb, Airplane Mode, or Focus Mode, as these can prevent notifications from being sent to your watch[10].8. Restart Your Devices**
- If notifications still aren't working, try restarting both your iPhone and Redmi Watch 5 Active. This can resolve connectivity or software glitches[7][10].9. Update Software**
- Make sure both your iPhone and the Mi Fitness app are updated to the latest versions. Sometimes, software updates can resolve notification issues[7].By following these steps, you should be able to resolve notification issues on your Redmi Watch 5 Active when paired with an iPhone. If problems persist, consider resetting your watch or seeking further assistance from Xiaomi support.
Citations:
[1] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2o3RajjaDA
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LUpHjtqKhYk
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oW3Pq7GoK8U
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esdQyQlM4IY
[5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GNCZ648HfQ
[6] https://www.reddit.com/r/XiaomiGlobal/comments/19f0efl/redmi_watch_4_has_no_notification_whatsoever_for/
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Wr3qrP-CVo
[8] https://www.uniqode.com/blog/qr-code-best-practices/qr-code-not-working
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdUpdiUuPvg
[10] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcAyfOHYIXY
[11] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccFbN8VXFiI