POCO M7 Pro 5G: Complete First-Time Setup Guide

Initial Setup Steps

• 💡 Select your language from the list and then choose your region. The guide recommends selecting a European country for better consumer protection laws.
• ✅ Accept the terms and conditions by scrolling down and checking the box to proceed.
• 🚀 You have the option to set up your new device using an old one, but this guide will skip this step.

Network and Account Configuration

• 📶 You can insert your SIM card or skip this step. Similarly, you can connect to a Wi-Fi network or skip it.
• ⚠️ Skipping both SIM and Wi-Fi may prevent automatic date and time settings, software updates, and Google account sign-in until changed post-setup.
• 🔒 Set up a screen lock including PIN, pattern, password, fingerprint, or face recognition. A physical unlock method is always recommended alongside biometrics.

Xiaomi and Google Services

• ⚙️ In Xiaomi's basic settings, it's recommended to disable personalized ads, which are described as spyware that tracks your activity for targeted advertising.
• 🚫 The guide notes that disabling personalized ads might be intentionally difficult, with the option to turn it off being obscured.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Consider enabling parental controls if the phone is intended for a child.
• 🎨 Choose between two font styles; the default is more compact.

Customization and Finalization

• 🖼️ You can set up a lock screen wallpaper carousel, which cycles through random wallpapers. This can be skipped if preferred.
• 🏠 Select your preferred launcher style: either all apps on the home screen or an app drawer. The app drawer is selected by default.
• 🖱️ The navigation method (gestures) is set by default, but can be changed later in the settings.
• ✅ Once all steps are completed, the setup is finished and your POCO M7 Pro 5G is ready to use.