2 weeks with the Xiaomi Smart Band 9: This will do!

[@jaspercas]

the setup was kinda hard since it is the chinese version but the global one would probably be easier to setup

[@johnkim-tech]

Yeah learned that the hard way lol recommend the global version for sure

[@tzen1th586]

Hey, is the global version out?

[@jaspercas]

@@tzen1th586 AFAIK it is out already in my country they're having a sale for it too around 31usd for the mi band 9

[@JonKirst]

​​​@@tzen1th586yeah, I ordered mine this morning from AliExpress from the Xiaomi Store EDIT - my order says it will ship in 9 days...so they may not be available just yet...but hey, I paid less than $40 with an extra strap and 2 screen protectors...I'm good.

[@Asianpotato77]

First well produced video ive come across on the product

[@johnkim-tech]

Thanks man!

[@alikolahdooz8018]

First time in your channel and I think it did a good job in reviewing the band. Good luck on your future future videos.

[@johnkim-tech]

Thank you for the comment!

[@faridmousavinia2401]

very decent video quality. great editing, audio was well done. the cuts between B rolls was well done. you can improve by color grading but this raw look is pretty good as well. i didnt expect this level of polish on this video. good job. the actual content was useful as well. i have the mi band 7 ( yes i think it is called mi band dunno why they changed the name) and mine really lags because it doesnt have a 60hz display. this smart band looks really smooth, but its not really adding any significant features to the previous generations. i had the mi band 4 before my 7 and also the mi band 2 before that. so ive been using these bands for so long now. and even jumping from the mi band 4 to 7 didnt have that many features that i wouldve used. it was bigger and had a better display of course. just wanted to give my thoughts. thanks and GL

[@johnkim-tech]

Really appreciate the comment! Yeah seems like it's another iterative update this time around. Xiaomi has refined small details like display refresh rate, sensor accuracy, and vibration motor, but I am hoping they bring some hardware changes for the 10th

[@TheMainCore]

For the Global version... I used the app from Google Play and it works fantastically. Great product overall, I'm surplices how much function it has for the price. Good review!

[@BPN__1]

nice video man, convinced me to buy it. I will get the global version cause it's too much of a headache to try and connect it on china version. nice review 👍🏿 coming from a mi band 4 :)

[@johnkim-tech]

Congrats man! And yeah I would also buy the global version lol Thanks for the comment 👍

[@pamithudulneth4636]

Used mi4,5,6 band's for lots of years now using the mi band 8 thought of not going to the mi9 yet cus it's bit similar to 8 but still love the exprience of all mi generations🥰

[@johnkim-tech]

Always good to hear from another Miband user :)

[@pamithudulneth4636]

@@johnkim-tech sheesh thanks bro,could u give me ur whtsapp no if u like i like to meet a new korean friend

[@sharonh-bl4tf]

@@johnkim-tech i bought mi band 9 for the first time i prefer it some times the zepp app because i have amazfit smart watches it stopped

[@ChimaobinnayaOkoro]

We want the smart watches for health features... Why do none of the reviewers focus on that? Please can you focus on it please. I've been on KZbin for hours and I know about sapphire glass, 5atm and batteries and little or nothing more than it mesures Heart rate and blood oxygen. Nothing about it's accuracy and whether it has diastolic and systolic readings. As long as reviewers focus on these, tha manufacturers would focus on that too, till we're wearing a Samsung S35 on our wrists. In 2008 I had a B rate watch that read my BP with the heart rate. Today? Nada. Even the S3 doesn't read the blood pressure 😢

[@johnkim-tech]

Thanks for the comment! I read in an article that health tracking tech in wearables is still premature. Which is why I didn't dive too deep into health features (my unqualified knowledge aside 😅). But I'll make sure to take note of that in a future video!

[@ChimaobinnayaOkoro]

@@johnkim-tech 🙏🏾 thanks so much... After many searches I went with the Xiaomi S3 esim. Though it's just heart rate it displays, I hope it serves well in the health monitoring department. Once again, 🙏🏾

[@marilyn8225]

Exactly! It's so annoying.

[@wolfmode69]

It's the only reason I'm checking reviews, yet none of them do it

[@jm6604-c4d]

I want a smart watch mainly for its smartwatch features, doing a google search for smartwatches always results in health tracking watches 😢 I've had my band9 for 2 weeks now and very pleased, its heart rate tracking is similar to my old apple watch se and the battery life is great. Only thing I miss from the apple watch is no compass and only one timer.

[@ralphdejoya7690]

still Rockin my Mi band 5 but im gonna upgrade to 9

[@johnkim-tech]

Congrats man!

[@spacevector-u5z]

Mine is Mi Band 4. Almost got the 8. Good thing i was lazy and end up getting 9! Waiting for it to arrive

[@thovo6874]

I'm using the global version, worth every penny.

[@malikmatti9880]

is it good For gym ?

[@thovo6874]

@@malikmatti9880 Yeah from my own experience the health trackers are decent (don't expect them to be super accurate though, just for estimated preferences). I'm no hardcore gymer btw, I merely run and do some basic weight stuff.

[@LixtianShanghai]

the fact that you can wear this without charging for almost 2 weeks is enough for me to ditch the iwatch.

[@johnkim-tech]

Haha I actually went longer than two weeks in my most recent use with it. Superb battery life for sure!

[@AndrewYouTubehandle]

Nice review. I've received my band 9 and love it. Haptic motor is great and it can play pause music that's playing on my phone. Downsides: supplied strap is terrible - it comes loose so easily. So, at the until I get a different strap I'm not wearing it outdoors - it will get lost. Also, the AOD screen really could be brighter.

[@johnkim-tech]

Yes you can! And there is a haptic alarm function

[@AndrewYouTubehandle]

@@johnkim-tech that's great, thanks. Bought it!

[@johnkim-tech]

@@AndrewKZbinhandle oh congrats man haha let me know how it goes

[@derekyuree1563]

My mi 4 is still working and I am waiting for the mi 9 global verstion to arrive I ordered it online yesterday.

[@johnkim-tech]

Congrats! Hoping someone can check if the watchfaces are in chinese for the global version as well..

[@chrischan6773]

FYI - You can manually turn back on the raise to wake feature after selecting the always on display.

[@johnkim-tech]

Bro thank you 🙏 😂 interested to see how this will impact battery life

[@catttt5649]

I’ll be waiting for the band 9 pro and get that is it a nice upgrade from my HUAWEI band 7

[@johnkim-tech]

Yeah I bet the bigger display is worth it!

[@hz.maverick]

Thank you for making such good review! It was great ❤

[@johnkim-tech]

Really appreciate the comment!

[@drgytpr20]

Can you use it while swimming/doing laps in a pool?

[@johnkim-tech]

I haven’t used it for swimming yet, but there is a workout mode for that and it also mentions that its possible in the xiaomi homepage!

[@nirajgupta2151]

Just gone through your review. Its super and crisp. Can you help me with exact band colour and strap. I am from India and aliexpress is a banned site here.

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi and sure for me, I hate the grey-ish white band that comes with the silver model, but I was planning to use a metal strap anyways so lol If I would buy it now, I would personally go for the black one, but really it depends on what type of look you are going for! Hope this helps.

[@nirajgupta2151]

@johnkim-tech Black Mi Band with dark grey or black Strap ? If this is your suggestion ?

[@jesuslaroga9003]

Quick question, do you prefer it with screen protector and cover or just leave it as it is?

[@johnkim-tech]

There weren’t any screen protectors on my unit, but no scratches so far!

[@israelbitang4954]

Do you encounter a problem with watchface where you can't add more when you reach 20 watchfaces? And even if you delete to free up space you can no longer add new faces😢

[@JustIceForSake]

Could you please provide a link in the description where you got the stainless bracelet? Thanks!

[@johnkim-tech]

Will do!

[@JustIceForSake]

@@johnkim-tech Thank you! ❤️

[@nilaypatel-i8f]

Hey I’m using the link for buying stainless steel strap, is the one which you are using labelled at silver 2 or named as 3 bead silver, can you please confirm and let me know and cause both of them are looking similar

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi man, so sorry for the late reply. For me Silver 2 was the option I went with!

[@vinoeloyola]

I’m not sure if I’ll buy this device or not. Since I’m also working out, I think it’s a good idea. Nice biceps tho

[@johnkim-tech]

Haha thanks man, if you work out, yeh this definitely is a good to have!

[@yuminixy4620]

does step counter is accurate? my band8 is counting even im not not moving lol

[@noudockeloen]

I like to know this to!?

[@johnkim-tech]

That's confusing lol I haven't had that problem with my Mi Band yet

[@johnkim-tech]

But then again I don't expect 100% accuracy in these things either 😂

[@yuminixy4620]

@@johnkim-tech try to move your arm repeatedly like walking and it counts i found the culprit lol

[@johnkim-tech]

😂😂

[@Krieger84]

Can you set flashlight as shortcut like Mi Band 6?

[@johnkim-tech]

If you mean as a widget shortcut then yes!

[@endryudzhenn4398]

The setup is not that kind hard now. It's just the previous login/credentials I have wont accept even I reset the pw already.

[@graysupreme]

Not upgrading my Smartband 8. I'll wait until Xiaomi make the bezel symmetrical.

[@johnkim-tech]

I agree! Perhaps maybe with an even bigger display..?

[@groovearbano]

@@johnkim-tech I would prefer it smaller

[@graysupreme]

Same form factor but symmetrical bezel will do. ​@@johnkim-tech

[@jshy9760]

can you tell me about the alarm features? is it vibration or sound or both? have u tried it in the morning and does it help you wake up up? this will help me decide whether to buy or not thank youuu

[@johnkim-tech]

Vibration only, I wake up easily from my phone alarm, so haven't had much use for it yet, but certainly couldn't hurt :) hope this helped!

[@Yhtechy]

will this work well with samsung devices?

[@johnkim-tech]

Yes i used it with the galaxy z flip5!

[@ahamedakeel9666]

Can you tell me the color you chose. Also can you give me a link to the stainless strap

[@johnkim-tech]

Silver model Strap link: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmttmIf Hope this helps!

[@ahamedakeel9666]

@@johnkim-tech thanks a lot.

[@KasierKrew]

Hey, I've come here to ask if it will pop out easily after a hard hit on the ground of any sort? Because it happened to me with the Mi Band 3 which is quite old, so I came to see if it would happen with this version/model. Thanks!

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi, yeh just repeatedly dropped my Mi Band at 1 meter height (on a carpet floor), but no popping out issue so far ;)

[@nicolebaswel8086]

Is this better than huawei band 9?

[@cha1029]

The band 8 only logged runs in km with the global version, does the band 9 record runs in miles?

[@johnkim-tech]

That seems like a nice detail, but no I couldn't find that option

[@CRISPR_26]

Hi I just want to ask if you've experience an over estimation on the number of steps taken? how did you guys calibrate it?

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi, yes compared to a Galaxy Watch, the Mi Band does tend to be a bit more “generous” in terms of step count. But it wasn’t too far off!

[@thesharinganx]

My active band 8 is awesome

[@johnkim-tech]

Wouldn't mind a Mi Band 9 Active for the larger screen!

[@thesharinganx]

​@@johnkim-techYeah its cool but it doesnt seem to have what i dont have on the 8 😂

[@johnkim-tech]

@thesharinganx so it's a Miband with readable notifications then 😂

[@thesharinganx]

@@johnkim-tech it shows full text ? That bonkers man

[@johnkim-tech]

😂😂

[@Bubbly_dd]

Hi, can i use this on a walk where i don't have my phone on me? Or it can't function properly without the phone close by?

[@johnkim-tech]

It needs your phone for connection. On its own it can only tell time 😂

[@ST4LW4RT]

Hi. Can you please share purchase link for just the strap metal type for UK or US or Asia/India ?

[@johnkim-tech]

Not sure if its available in your region but i do have a link in the description!

[@ST4LW4RT]

@@johnkim-tech thank you

[@galomarombeiro6336]

Question: What is this red dot that appears on the watch faces of Mi Band 9, friend?

[@johnkim-tech]

The red dot let's you know when you have unread notifications!

[@Shempenchemp]

Where did you buy your metal strap from??

[@johnkim-tech]

Link below! s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmttmIf

[@igorliberty1235]

What color is your Band 9? Glacier Silver or Titan Gray?

[@johnkim-tech]

Hmm mine is silver, I don't think there is a grey option?

[@igorliberty1235]

@@johnkim-tech Thank you. there is a gray one, but I have not yet seen it in my city

[@giangiaan]

love ur video bro

[@johnkim-tech]

Thanks man! Appreciate it

[@cobaltblue5523]

Is the global version different? I want to get it i have the xiomi band 7 and want to upgrade

[@johnkim-tech]

Hardware-wise its the same, but the global version is definitely recommended for people that live outside of china (the set up process can be quite annoying).

[@hungryalien]

2:23 what watch face is this one? stock for mi band 9?

[@johnkim-tech]

Nope downloaded it from the Mi Fitness App!

[@hungryalien]

@@johnkim-tech ohh i dont see it on mine. maybe it was for the china market and the not global one?

[@johnkim-tech]

@hungryalien oh actually the name of the watchface is in chinese....功能数列

[@firassamer6527]

Is this strap available on shein

[@johnkim-tech]

I’ve never been on shein, only saw it in aliexpress. There should be other similar bands available as well tho!

[@mokisan]

Does it support nfc payment ? I know the chinese version has nfc payment support

[@johnkim-tech]

Some of the models do. My model did come with payment apps preinstalled

[@mokisan]

@@johnkim-tech did it workfor you

[@jay-jayfernandez3866]

Did you purchase this from Coupang?

[@johnkim-tech]

Nope from Aliexpress, surprised you know coupang tho lol

[@jay-jayfernandez3866]

@@johnkim-tech I live and work in Incheon. 👌👌👌. I just purchased the mi band 9 from coupang. It cost 49800 KRW! Your video helped me get one.

[@johnkim-tech]

Oh awesome haha it kinda hurts that I paid the same price for it on Ali, but hope you enjoy man!

[@81juannunez]

Does it have alarm feature?

[@johnkim-tech]

Yes but there’s no sound. Only vibration

[@barbaraparker2676]

I'm in England. I can't seem to find out how to change the date from mm/dd to dd/mm.

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi yes unfortunately I believe the time format is fixed

[@wakawaka1976]

This or the huawei 9?

[@GhostUnderTheLight-bi1ek]

This

[@moonsdonut5188]

I want the steal band I have the 8 I'll get this with a steelband

[@johnkim-tech]

Sharing the link where I bought it from! s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmttmIf

[@BreadValley]

hi , does mb9 allow you to change the date format from MM/DD/YY to DD/MM/YY ?

[@johnkim-tech]

Nope, I tried searching on reddit, but so far it doesn't seem to be available

[@johnkim-tech]

A lot of the people seem to be facing the same issue

[@BreadValley]

@DayinTech appreciate the reply, seems like mb9 follows mb8 date format too...mb7 allows u to change it , hopefully xiomi fixes this issue because it's confusing.

[@rahulsachdeva3387]

Hi I am from India and ordered the band from China and I think I have received Chinese version, so I have changed the region settings in mi fitness to China but band watch face option is not visible in the application. Any suggestions how to get that

[@johnkim-tech]

Hi, sure thing! If you click the "device" section at the bottom, there should be "manage band displays". That's where you can access the watch faces.

[@rahulsachdeva3387]

@@johnkim-tech I know that, I saw in your video but in my case it is not visible

[@johnkim-tech]

Hmm are you sure the device is connected? If so, I dont see any other way inside the app 😞

[@johnkim-tech]

Long press on the display should allow you to switch from a few preinstalled watchfaces...

[@csyd22]

can i change date to day/month on this? instead of month/day

[@johnkim-tech]

I tried looking, but I don't think we can :(

[@csyd22]

@@johnkim-tech nope can't they had this option miband 7.

[@xyw_123]

Does this have a strong vibration alarm ?

[@johnkim-tech]

I wouldn’t say super strong, but its at least not the cheap feeling ones :)

[@xyw_123]

👍

[@xyw_123]

Does this have COUNTDOWN TIMER .. 3,2,1,0 then it Vibrates ?

[@IrenaeusRavic]

Wow amazing!!!

[@ezra6872]

Does it measure vo2 max?

[@johnkim-tech]

Yes, I believe the name is Vitality score for Mi Band

[@TheInvoker78]

nfc?

[@johnkim-tech]

Yup, but doesn't work outside of china

[@IrenaeusRavic]

I used 'Xiaomi Band 6' 3year ago and I was very satisfied. Xiaomi 9 has shown better features and design than before. Thank you for giving me good information

[@johnkim-tech]

Thanks man! I'm starting to get why the wearable market has grown so much. Definitely more than just a notification device lol

[@gowigoal5934]

try huawei band 9

[@johnkim-tech]

Hope to! I heard good things about it

[@tiffanykatelintao8327]

Could you compare this with huawei band 9

[@riccardoshima9812]

Huawei 9 should be better for sleep tracking, the rest is almost the same

[@Mr.Koray07]

how the fuck did you adjust the stainless steel band to your arm? I think you have to remove some parts of it to not be too loose on you

[@johnkim-tech]

Man I hear you, but its easy after the first try haha Recommend this video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipK2opV7qshnn5o

[@anniandersen2766]

I got it, and it is great but a lot is Chinese 🤭

[@johnkim-tech]

Haha yeah that takes a little getting used to. Fortunately the watch itself doesn't have much chinese (except for some watchfaces)

[@dogtwojotwogo]

you korean? wow kakao talk

[@seanc3415]

Brand with legacy? Really? Meaning they copy others since the beginning

[@johnkim-tech]

Also true! Wasn't a fan of that either. But I do think that on certain products like the Mi band, Xiaomi still tried to do their own thing.

[@Kimmi-v3s]

Sleek!

[@Mourinho1980]

Dont

[@jonscene]

eww smartband with metal strap, buy apple watch with metal band. 😂

[@johnkim-tech]

Wha hey...it's not too bad 😂 To me its more like a smart bracelet

[@Jimzz_Official]

Really nice video !! Is the global version out ? I’m kinda lost lmao 🥹

[@johnkim-tech]

It is! Just one thing, I’ve been recently using it on an iPhone and the experience is not as great 😌

[@Jimzz_Official]

@ yeah , I have purchased it and I have an iPhone so we will find out 👌