Modern wearable gadgets have become an integral part of the smart home and personal health ecosystem, turning an ordinary smartphone into a full-fledged activity control center. For owners of devices based Android the synchronization process often comes down to installing specialized software that acts as a bridge between the watch and the phone. One of the most popular solutions on the market is the platform WearFit Pro, which supports a huge range of budget and mid-budget models from various Chinese manufacturers.
Correctly setting up the connection requires not just turning on Bluetooth, but also following a certain sequence of actions, ignoring which can lead to pairing errors or unstable notifications. In this guide, we will analyze each stage in detail: from searching and installing the application to fine-tuning permissions, which are critical for the correct transmission of heart rate and step data.
Many users are faced with the fact that the watch does not see the phone or the application crashes immediately after launch, which is usually associated with the aggressive energy saving policy of modern shells MIUI, One UI or ColorOS. Understanding the architecture of background processes in Android will help you avoid common problems and ensure continuous health monitoring throughout the day without the need for constant reconnection of devices.
Preparing your smartphone and watch for pairing
Before you begin installing the software, you need to make sure that both devices are in good condition and ready for communication. Charge your smartwatch to at least 20-30%, as the process of initial setup and time synchronization can require significant energy consumption, and discharging in the middle of the process can lead to firmware failure.
The module Bluetooth and geolocation should be activated on your phone. This requirement is due to Google's security policies: starting with version Android 6.0, scanning Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices, which include most fitness bracelets and watches, is impossible without the GPS module turned on.
⚠️ Attention: If the watch was previously paired with another phone, be sure to go to the Bluetooth settings of the old device and click “Forget device” or “Unpair”, otherwise the new phone will not be able to install connection.
It is also recommended to restart your smartphone before starting the procedure. This will clear the cache of network services and eliminate possible hangs of Bluetooth drivers, which often occur after using the device for a long time without turning it off.
Before connecting, make sure that the watch displays a QR code or a connection standby menu - some models automatically go into sleep mode and are no longer visible for scanning.
Searching for and installing the WearFit Pro app
The main source of download is the official store Google Play. Search for "WearFit Pro" and select an app with a stylized W logo or watch icon. The developer is usually Shenzhen Hesion Technology or similar structures specializing in IoT solutions.
In some cases, especially for specific watch models, the manufacturer may recommend scanning a QR code from a paper manual or from the screen of the gadget itself. This code leads either to a page on Google Play or to a direct download link APK file from the manufacturer's server.
- 📲 Open Google Play and enter the name of the application in the search.
- 🔍 Check the rating and number of downloads to make sure that this is the official version and not a fake.
- ⬇️ Click the “Install” button and wait until the download completes.
- 🔓 Allow installation from unknown sources if you download the APK file from the manufacturer's website.
After installation, do not rush to open the application. First, grant it all the requested permissions, especially location, phone, and notifications access. Without these rights, the functionality of the smartwatch will be severely limited: you will not be able to receive calls or messages on your wrist.
The process of registering and adding a device
Run WearFit Pro and go through the account registration procedure. Although some features are available in guest mode, creating an account is necessary to save a history of your activity in the cloud and be able to restore data if you change your phone.
You can use your email address or phone number to register. After entering the data, you may receive a confirmation code, which you need to enter in the appropriate field. This is a standard security measure to protect personal health data.
In the main menu of the application, go to the “Device” tab or click on the add gadget icon (usually the “+” sign in the upper corner). The application will begin automatically searching for nearby devices. Make sure that the watch is near the phone (within 1-2 meters).
| Setting stage | User action | Expected result |
|---|---|---|
| Search for device | Click the "Add" button device" | The model of your watch will appear in the list |
| Pairing | Click on the model name in the list | Request confirmation on the watch and phone screen |
| Synchronization | Wait for the progress bar | Successful connection and display of the dial |
| Setting rights | Allow access to notifications | The watch begins to vibrate when there are incoming calls |
When the device is found, click on it. A request to confirm pairing with or without a code will appear on the screen of your watch and smartphone. Confirm the action on both devices. The initialization process may take from 30 seconds to 2 minutes.
☑️ Successful connection
Setting permissions and energy saving
This is the most critical stage that users often miss, subsequently encountering the fact that the watch “falls off” or does not transmit data. Android systems, especially custom skins from Xiaomi, Samsung and Huawei, tend to aggressively “kill” background processes to save battery.
You need to go to your phone’s settings, find the “Applications” section, find WearFit Pro and configure the battery settings. Select "No restrictions" or "Do not save battery" mode. This will prevent the system from forcibly stopping the application when the phone screen is turned off.
⚠️ Attention: The energy saving settings interface may differ depending on the Android version and smartphone model. If you do not find the exact item, look for the “Autorun” section and add the application to the list of allowed ones.
Also enable autorun for the application. This ensures that the synchronization service starts immediately after turning on the phone, without waiting for the user to manually open the icon. Without this step, morning sleep data synchronization may not occur.
Don't forget to pin the application in memory (multitasking menu) if your firmware allows it. Swiping down on the application card or clicking on the lock icon will prevent it from closing when clearing RAM.
Why does the clock turn off at night?
Many users complain about disconnection at night. This happens because the phone goes into deep sleep mode, turning off the Bluetooth radio. Solution: in the developer settings, disable “Bluetooth Suspending” or add WearFit Pro to sleep mode exceptions.
Synchronizing notifications and health functions
After successful connection, we proceed to setting up the content that will be duplicated on the wrist. In the application menu, find the “Notifications” or “Push Notifications” section. Here you will see a list of all instant messengers and social networks installed on your phone.
Activate the switches next to those applications whose messages you want to see on your watch: WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, Instagram and others. Please note that for this feature to work, you must also grant the WearFit Pro app permission to “Access notifications” in the Android system settings.
- 📩 Turn on call display to see the caller's name on the watch screen.
- 💬 Select instant messengers to duplicate messages.
- 📅 Activate synchronization of the calendar and reminders.
- 🚫 Disable unnecessary applications so as not to clog the watch memory with unnecessary vibrations.
In the health monitoring section, configure heart rate measurement intervals. Constant monitoring (every minute) significantly consumes the watch battery, so the best option is an interval of 10-30 minutes or measurement only on request.
To correctly count steps and calories, wear the watch tightly, but not tightly, at a distance of 1-2 cm from the wrist bone - this will ensure better contact of the sensor with the skin.
Solution typical connection problems
Even if all instructions are followed, technical problems may arise. The most common one is that the phone sees the clock, but cannot complete pairing, giving a timeout error. In this case, try restarting both devices and repeating the procedure, first removing the watch from the list of paired ones in the Bluetooth settings.
If the WearFit Pro app does not find the device at all, check if the watch is connected to another phone nearby. The BLE protocol often does not allow simultaneous active connections with two devices. Also make sure that the Bluetooth version on your phone is at least 4.0, as older versions do not support energy-efficient data transfer mode.
⚠️ Attention: Specifications and application interfaces may be updated by developers. If the described menu items do not match yours, check the latest changes in the official user manual of your watch model.
If the connection constantly drops, try resetting the network settings on your phone. This action will delete all saved Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth pairs, but often solves problems with radio module drivers that are not amenable to conventional diagnostics.
If the watch is frozen and does not respond to presses, hold down the side button for 10-15 seconds until the logo or vibration appears - this will force a reboot of the device.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Why does the application require access to geolocation if I do not use GPS in my watch?
This is an Android system requirement. For the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) protocol, through which the watch communicates with the phone, the operating system requires the geolocation module to be enabled. Without this right, the application simply will not be able to scan the airwaves and find your watch.
Can WearFit Pro be used on two phones at the same time?
No, the watch can only be actively paired with one smartphone. However, you can sign in to the same WearFit Pro account on different phones to view stats, but you can only manage your watch and receive notifications from the device it is currently connected to via Bluetooth.
The watch does not show messages from WhatsApp, although permission is given.
Check the settings of the messenger itself. In WhatsApp you need to go to Settings → Notifications and make sure they are turned on. In addition, if you read a message on your phone before it arrives on your watch, it may not appear on your wrist because it is considered to have already been processed.
How to update the firmware of your watch through the app?
In the WearFit Pro app, go to the "Device" or "Watch Settings" section. There should be a “Software Update” or “Firmware Update” item. If a new version is available, download it and run the installation. It is important not to close the application and keep the watch near the phone until the process is completed, otherwise the gadget may stop turning on.
Why did the battery consumption on the phone increase after connecting the watch?
Constant operation of Bluetooth and background data synchronization consume energy. To reduce consumption, increase the synchronization interval in the application settings (for example, from 5 to 30 minutes) and disable data transfer for those notifications that are not critical to you.