Do you often travel or communicate with relatives in another time zone? The default Android clock only shows one time, but that's easy to fix! In this article you will learn how to simultaneously display two (or more) times on the main screen or in the status bar - without root access and complex manipulations.

We will look at built-in Android functions (available from version 7.0 and later), popular widgets from Samsung, Xiaomi and Google, as well as specialized applications for advanced settings. We will pay special attention to the nuances: why the second time can be lost when rebooting, how to avoid conflicts with automatic belt detection and what to do if the option is hidden in the firmware.

Spoiler: for most modern smartphones (Samsung Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 7, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 etc.) 3 clicks in the settings are enough. Owners of devices with custom shells (for example, ColorOS or MIUI) will have to spend a little more time - but the result is worth it!

1. Built-in Android feature: duplicating time in the status bar

The easiest way is to use native Android option, which adds a second time zone to the top notification bar. It works on all devices with Android 7.0 Nougat and newer, but may be hidden in some firmware (for example, on Huawei or Realme).

To activate it:

  1. Open Settings → System → Date and time.
  2. Tap on the item Additional settings (or Clock zone on some devices).
  3. Turn on the switch Show time for another zone.
  4. Select a city from the list (for example, Moscow or New York).

After this, second time will appear in the status bar in 14:30 MOS / 06:30 NYCformat. Disadvantage of the method: it is displayed only in minimized form, and when expanded, the notification panel may disappear.

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If the city you need is not in the list, select any in the same time zone (for example, Lisbon instead of London in UTC+0).

⚠️ Attention: On Samsung One UI and Xiaomi MIUI the path to the settings may differ. If you do not find the "Advanced settings" item, try searching for the word belt in the settings menu.

2. Widgets with double time: top 3 solutions for the home screen

If the built-in function is not enough, install widget with two (or more) time zones. We tested 10 applications and selected the best:

  • 📱 Clock Widget by Home Agenda — minimalistic widget with support for up to 4 zones, customization of fonts and colors. Free, without unnecessary fuss.
  • 🌍 World Clock Widget —shows time in the form of an analog or digital clock with the ability to add weather. There is a paid version with advanced themes.
  • ⏰ Dual Clock Widget —specialized solution for two zones with format settings (12/24 hours) and transparency. background.

How to add a widget:

  1. Hold an empty space on the main screen with your finger.
  2. Select Widgets in the menu that appears.
  3. Find the installed widget (for example, Dual Clock) and drag it onto the screen.
  4. Customize cities and appearance through the widget menu.
Widget Max. zones Analog clock Weather Price
Clock Widget 4 ❌ ❌ Free
World Clock Widget Unlimited ✅ ✅ Freemium
Dual Clock Widget 2 ✅ ❌ Free
📊 Which widget do you like best?
Minimalistic (time only)
With weather and map
Analog clock with dial
The built-in clock is enough for me

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If needed additional options —for example, notifications about time differences, synchronization with the calendar or automatic zone switching—install one of these applications:

  • 🕒 Time Buddy —shows the time in a table with the ability to add up to 10 cities. There is a widget and notifications about the start of the working day in another. belt.
  • ⏳ ClockSync — synchronizes time with atomic servers and supports up to 5 zones on one screen. Useful for business.
  • 🌐 World Time Buddy — web version + mobile application with an interactive map of zones.

Important: Applications like Time Buddy may conflict with the system clock if you have automatic zone detection enabled over the network. Before using, disable this option in Settings → Date and time → Automatic.

⚠️ Attention: Some applications (for example, ClockSync) require permission to exact location to work correctly. If you deny access, the time may be displayed incorrectly.

Disable automatic zone detection|Check application permissions|Add widget to home screen|Configure notifications (optional)-->

4. Setting up on Samsung devices (One UI)

On smartphones Samsung Galaxy (series S22, S23, A54 etc.) there is branded widget "World Clock"which supports up to 3 belts at the same time. activate:

  1. Hold your finger on the main screen → Widgets.
  2. Scroll to the section Samsung and select World Clock.
  3. Drag the widget onto the screen and select the size (4×2 or 4×1).
  4. Tap on the widget → Add city → select the ones you need.

Features One UI:

  • The widget is updated in real time, even if the phone is in power saving mode.
  • You can change the order of cities by holding and dragging them in the list.
  • On Galaxy Watch syncs automatically (if the watch is connected to the phone).

If the widget is not displayed, update Samsung Clock via Galaxy Store or clear the application cache in Settings → Applications.

5. Solution for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO (MIUI)

On devices with a shell MIUI (for example, Xiaomi 13, Redmi Note 12, POCO X5) the built-in double time function works differently. There is no separate widget, but there is advanced settings in the system clock:

  1. Open the application Clock (icon with a dial).
  2. Go to the tab World time (icon globe).
  3. Tap + in the upper right corner and add the desired cities.
  4. Return to the main screen and hold your finger → Widgets → Clock.
  5. Select a widget 4×2 with support for multiple zones.

MIUI allows you to add up to 5 cities to one widget, but only displays 2 at a time (the rest are available by swiping). There is also a unique function - Night mode for watches, which darkens the widget at night.

⚠️ Attention: On some models (for example, Redmi 9A) the widget may not update in the background. To fix this, add the application Clock to the list Autostart in the battery settings.
How to reset the time settings on Xiaomi if the widget is buggy?

Go to Settings → Applications → Manage applications, find Clock and click Clear dataAfter this, the widget will return to the factory settings, but you will have to add the saved cities. again.

6. Problems and solutions: why the second time is confused or does not work

Even after correct configuration, you may encounter bugs. Here The most common problems and ways to solve them:

Problem Possible cause Solution
Second time is not updated Energy saving blocks background activity Add the clock application to battery exceptions
Widget disappears after reboot Launcher error (often on POCO) Install an alternative launcher (for example, Nova Launcher)
Wrong time zone Conflict with automatic settings Disable Automatic in time settings
No "Other belt" option in the settings Outdated firmware or custom build Update Android or use third-party applications

If none of the methods helped, check:

  • 📵 Developer mode: sometimes the options are hidden if USB debugging is enabled. Disable it in Settings → System → For developers.
  • 🔄 Reset settings: as a last resort, reset the date and time settings to factory settings. (Settings → System → Reset → Reset date and time).
  • 🛠️ Custom firmware: on LineageOS or Pixel Experience may require manual editing file /system/build.prop (only for experienced users!).
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If the problem appeared after updating Android, check the error logs via adb logcat or contact the manufacturer's support indicating the firmware version.

7. Alternatives: Notifications and Lock Screen

If you don't want two times on your home screen at all times, consider these options:

  • 🔔 Notifications: Apps like Time Buddy can send push notifications about the current time in a different zone (for example, "It's 07:00 in New York").
  • 🔒 Lock screen: on Samsung i Google Pixel you can add a clock widget to the locked screen via Settings → Lock screen → Widgets.
  • 📅 Google Calendar: create an event with a reminder like "Time difference with Moscow: +3 hours" and pin it on the main screen.

For Google Pixel there is a hidden function: if you add widget At a Glance (translated as "At a glance"), it will show the time in another zone when you click on it. To activate:

  1. Hold your finger on the main screen → Widgets.
  2. Find At a Glance (may be called "Google").
  3. Add it to the screen and configure it through the menu (gear in the corner).

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to display three times simultaneously without third-party applications?

On most smartphones, no. The built-in functions of Android and manufacturers (Samsung, Xiaomi) support a maximum two zones in the status bar or widget. For three or more, you will need a third-party application, for example World Clock Widget.

Why did the option "Another time clock" disappear after updating Android? belt"?

This is a known problem on some devices after updating to Android 13/14. Manufacturers sometimes remove the option from the interface, but it can be returned:

  1. Install ADB on your computer and connect your phone.
  2. Run the command: 
    adb shell settings put global show_dual_clock 1
  3. Reboot the device.

If that doesn't help, use widgets or third-party applications.

How to make the second time always displayed on the screen (even in games)?

To do this needed floating panel. Install the application Floating Clock or Overlay World Clock from Google Play. They create a translucent window with time that remains on top of all applications. Minus: may interfere with full-screen games.

Will the second time be synchronized with smart watches (Galaxy Watch, Mi Band)?

Depends on the model:

  • Samsung Galaxy Watch: synchronizes automatically if the second time is set in Samsung Clock.
  • Mi Band / Xiaomi Watch: does not support multiple zones, but you can manually change the main zone in the application Zepp.
  • Google Wear OS: requires installation of a separate application (for example, World Clock for Wear OS).
Is it possible to set up automatic switching of zones during flights?

Yes, but with reservations:

  1. Enable Automatic in the date and time settings.
  2. Install the application ClockSync or aTimeLogger to track movements.
  3. On Samsung and Google Pixel is built-in function Travel in the calendar, which suggests changing the belt when adding tickets.

Please note: automatic switching only works when the Internet is active (mobile data or Wi-Fi).