Notify for Mi Band and Amazfit and Xiaomi & Mi Fitness#

Pairing your Xiaomi Mi Band or Amazfit wearable with Sleep as Android allows you to track movement, monitor heart rate, and wake up softly with gentle wrist vibrations.

To bridge Sleep as Android with your wearable, we rely on the third-party Notify companion app series (developed by Matteo from OneZerobit):

Sleep as Android connects to these wearables using third-party companion apps, because Xiaomi and Amazfit devices do not provide an open API for direct integration.

Supported Devices#

1. Supported Xiaomi Mi Bands & Watches#

  • Notify for Mi Band: Mi Band 1, 1S, 1A, HRX, 2, 3, 3i, 4, 5, 6, 7
  • Notify for Xiaomi & Mi Fitness: Mi Band 11, 10, 9, 9 PRO, 8, 8 Pro, Mi Band 7 Pro, Redmi Band 2, Redmi Watch 2/3, Xiaomi Watch S1

The models in the line Active cannot be supported due to the blocked movement data stream in real-time.

2. Supported Amazfit & Zepp Devices#

  • Notify for Amazfit & Zepp:
    • Bip Series: Bip, Bip Lite, Bip S, Bip 3, Bip 5, Bip 6
    • GTS & GTR Series: GTS, GTS 2/3/4, GTR, GTR Lite, GTR 1/2/3/4/5
    • T-Rex Series: T-Rex 1, Pro, 2, Ultra
    • Other Models: Amazfit Band 5, Active 1/2, Balance, Verge Lite, Zepp E Circle/Square

Setup Guide#

Connecting your device takes just a few quick steps across both apps:

Step 1: Enable Integration in the Notify App#

  1. Open your Notify app on your phone.
  2. Switch to the Sleep / Graph tab and tap the Settings (⚙️ / Cog) icon.
  3. Locate the Sleep as Android section and toggle Enable integration on.

⚠️ Important: Make sure all Do Not Disturb (DND) modes on your wearable are turned off or scheduled properly during sleep, as active DND modes can block alarm vibrations.

Step 2: Enable Integration in Sleep as Android#

  1. Open Sleep as Android on your phone.
  2. Go to Settings → Sleep tracking → Wearables → Wearables.
  3. Select Notify for Mi Band / Amazfit / Xiaomi from the list.
  4. (Optional) To track heart rate, enable Heart rate monitoring under Settings → Sleep tracking → Wearables.

📌 Note: Sensor data is analyzed continuously in real time. Keep Bluetooth turned on on your phone throughout the night.

Heart Rate (HR) Monitoring#

To enable continuous heart rate monitoring during sleep tracking:

  1. In your Notify app, go to the Sleep section → Sleep as Android → Settings.
  2. Enable Heart Rate Monitor.
  3. In Sleep as Android, go to Settings️ → Sleep tracking → Wearables and turn on Heart rate monitoring.

Using Wristband Buttons to Snooze or Dismiss Alarms#

You can use the button or touch sensor on your band to control your phone alarm:

  1. Open the Notify app and go to Sleep as Android settings.
  2. Choose your preferred Button action:
    • Dismiss: Pressing the button dismisses the alarm (confirmed with a vibration on your band).
    • Snooze: Pressing the button twice snoozes the alarm (confirmed with a vibration).
    • No action: Disables button actions for alarms.

Customizing Alarm Vibrations#

  1. In Sleep as Android, go to Settings → Sleep tracking → Wearables → Alarm and enable wearable vibrations.
  2. In your Notify app, go to Sleep as Android settings and enable Custom vibration.
  3. Tap Vibration settings to adjust intensity, length, and delay between vibrations.
  4. Tap the Play / Test button to preview your pattern on your watch.

❓ FAQs & Troubleshooting#

Why is my connection dropping or showing red gaps on the sleep graph?

  • Reason: Android background power management terminating communication between apps.

  • 👉 Fix: Exclude all of the following from Android battery optimization / power saving:

    1. Sleep as Android
    2. Your Notify companion app
    3. Your official band app (such as Mi Fitness or Zepp)
    4. Bluetooth System Services

    For step-by-step instructions for your specific phone manufacturer, visit DontKillMyApp.com.

How do I set up a silent alarm with vibrations only on my band?

  • Reason: Desire for a discreet wake-up call.

  • 👉 Fix:

    1. Choose your sound preference:
      • Silent: In the specific alarm’s settings, go to Sound and select Silent.
      • Vibration first, sound later: Go to Settings → Alarms → Sound delay.
    2. Turn on watch vibrations: Go to Settings ➔ Sleep tracking ➔ Wearables ➔ Alarm and choose From start.

    We recommend using a delayed sound rather than complete silence as a safety net, especially if your backup alarm is also set to silent.

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