The cheapest smart bracelet on the market, the Xiaomi MiBand, is already one of the most sought-after devices in the world. And its extremely low price Among the most well-known brand bracelets, it's one of the best buys. However, it wasn't yet available in all languages. Now, you can get the Xiaomi MiBand works in Spanish, something that was not possible until now.
As you know, to use these bracelets it is necessary to have a application installed on the smartphone or on the tablet that acts as the controller app for said bracelet. Until now, it was unclear whether the bracelet would be compatible with any brand of smartphone, or if it would only be compatible with the two main Chinese brands, the Xiaomi Mi3 and the Xiaomi Mi4. However, tests carried out by some of the Chinese brand's beta testers in Spain have confirmed that the bracelet is indeed also compatible. compatible with smartphones from other brands.
However, there is still one major problem for this smart bracelet, and that is that the controller application of this smart bracelet is so far only available on the language of the Asian country, the Chinese. The best of all is that a HTCmania user, @ WaPeR32 has created a translated version of the app and compiled it to be installed on our smartphones. This way, we can now use the smart bracelet and control it from our phone smart. Today, the official app already includes Spanish and other languages natively, so it is possible to configure it without resorting to unofficial translations.
Remember, however, that to install this application it will be necessary to activate the option Unknown origins, because it is not an application that is available on Google Play, but an application that, although it is the same as Xiaomi's, is not the company's original application.
The biggest problem then was that it was not yet possible to purchase the smart bracelet, and only a few privileged users had been able to get one. Availability varies by market, but it's currently easy to purchase the Xiaomi MiBand from official retailers and international stores with shipping to Spain. In any case, different stores may indicate varying delivery times, so it's possible we'll be able to purchase the new one very soon. Xiaomi MiBand for very little money.
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How to put the Xiaomi MiBand in Spanish (official methods)
Depending on the model, the language setting is done from the app. Mi Fit/Zepp Life (classical name) or from My Fitness (formerly Xiaomi Wear). In recent models such as Mi Band 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9/9 Pro, there is a direct option in the app: go to your profile, select your Mi Smart Band and tap on Language to choose Spanish. The band syncs the setting via Bluetooth and applies it in seconds.
In each update, Xiaomi adds support for more lenguajes globally. In Europe, Spanish is typically available, along with English, French, German, Italian, and others. If it doesn't appear, check if there are Firmware update and the app.
Other models: the band follows the phone's language
In previous models (for example, Mi Band 3 and 4) the band inherits the mobile system language. If you change your phone's language to a supported one, the band will adopt that setting when you sync again. Make sure your phone has Global ROM with Spanish available.
If it was already linked, unlinks the band, change the language of your mobile to Spanish and back to link it from the app (Mi Fitness or Zepp Life). This behavior also applies to mid-range models if you don't see the language selector in the app.
In what language will you see notifications?
The band's interface and menus are displayed in the chosen language, but notifications (WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS, social networks) arrive in the original language of the messageThe Mi Band does not integrate a automatic translator of content, so you will see the text as it was sent.
Common mistakes when changing language and solutions
If the language doesn't change or strange characters appear, try these actions (in order): restart mobile and band; updates band and app firmware; unbind the band in the app and re-link; clear data and cache from Mi Fitness/Zepp Life from phone settings; reset Bluetooth clearing the service's cache/storage; as a last resort, perform a factory reset from the band itself or from the app and configure from scratch.
If nothing works, contact the technical support from Xiaomi. In isolated cases, there may be a hardware failure or a game with specific firmware that requires assistance.
Alternative: Notify & Fitness to configure language
If your band is a cover China and you don't see Spanish, the app Notify & Fitness can help you select a language and offers extras (more watch faces, advanced settings). Download it from Google Play, pair your band, and in the bracelet settings, choose Spanish if available. It does not replace official support, but it can be a temporary solution.
Compatibility and languages ​​according to models
Language availability depends on the model and region. As a guide: Mi Band 3 It usually supports Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), English, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Polish, Indonesian and Dutch; Mi Band 4 adds options like Thai, Vietnamese and Ukrainian; My Band 4C It usually includes English, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Czech, Greek and Romanian; Mi Band 5 Xiaomi expands its catalog with Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Greek, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Romanian, Chinese, and Dutch, among others. Xiaomi announces the languages ​​and deploys progressively depending on firmware and region.
Useful extras of Mi Fitness/Zepp Life
In addition to the language, the app allows record workouts and routes, consult heart rate, stress, weight, menstrual cycle and monitor sleep. With compatible models you can use NFC payments (depending on region and bank) and Alexa. You will receive notifications and calls, always with the app in the background. Keep in mind that the metrics are people's wellbeing and do not replace medical devices; certain models are water resistant. 5ATM for surface swimming.
If you're looking to put your Xiaomi MiBand in Spanish, you now have native app support and secure methods for all models. With the guidelines above, regional compatibility, and troubleshooting tips, you can enjoy your bracelet in Spanish. your language and with all its functions without complications.