How to connect Xiaomi monopod to the phone: all ways + problem solving

Why you need a Xiaomi monopod and how it works

Xiaomi monopods are compact accessories that transform your smartphone into a professional camera with the ability to shoot from unusual angles, video stabilization and remote control. Popular models like the Mi Selfie Stick Tripod or Mi Pocket Tripod combine the functions of a selfie stick, a tripod and a remote control. But many users face difficulties when connecting first: the device is not detected, buttons do not work, or the application emits errors.

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to connect Xiaomi monopods to Android and iOS smartphones, including models with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and support for the Mi Home app. Particular attention will be paid to typical problems, from lack of response to buttons to synchronization failures. If you just unpacked the monopod or are trying to revive the old model, here you will find clear instructions without excess water.

Before you go into settings, make sure your monopod is charged (if the model has a battery) and compatible with your smartphone. Most Xiaomi devices work with Android 6.0+ and iOS 10+ phones, but a proprietary app may be required for full functionality.

Method 1: Connecting Xiaomi monopod via Bluetooth

The most versatile method is Bluetooth synchronization, which is suitable for most models, including the Mi Selfie Stick Tripod, Mi Pocket Tripod and Xiaomi MiJia Bluetooth Selfie Stick. The process takes no more than a minute, but there are nuances that are often forgotten.

To connect:

• 📱 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone: go to Settings → Connections → Bluetooth (on iOS: Settings) → Bluetooth).
• 🔋 Activate the monopod: Press and hold the power button (usually one) for 3-5 seconds until the indicator flashes blue or red.
• 🔍 Find the device in the list of available: it can be called Mi Selfie, Xiaomi_BLE Or something like that. Press it to pair.
• 🔄 Confirm the connection: some models will need to enter PIN-code (usually 0000 or 1234).

Once you've successfully connected, the monopod light will stop flashing and light up with a steady light. Now you can use the button on the handle to take photos/video or control the camera. Importantly, if the monopod doesn't respond to presses, check if the camera on the phone is open -- some models only work with the camera app running.

⚠️ Warning: If the monopod is connected but the button is not working, try restarting your smartphone. Some Xiaomi devices (e.g. Redmi Note 11) require you to allow the camera app to access Bluetooth manually: Settings → Annexes → Permits → Camera. → Bluetooth.

Method 2: Use the Mi Home app for advanced features

The Mi Home app is not needed for all monopods, but it is mandatory for models with additional features, such as:

• 🎥 Gesture management (e.g. in Mi Pocket Tripod).
• 🔄 Update of monopod firmware.
• ⚙️ Setting the sensitivity of buttons or timer.

Instructions for connecting via Mi Home:

1. Download the app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (required!).
3. Click Add Device (+) → Select Cameras and Photos category → Find your monopod model.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions: You usually need to press the button on the monopod and confirm the connection in the application.

If the monopod doesn’t appear in the list of devices, try:

• 🔄 Update the application to the latest version.
• 📶 Switch the region to Mi Home to China (sometimes new devices arrive there earlier).
• 🔌 Reset the monopod to factory settings: press the power button for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes red.

Charge the monopod (if there is a battery)

Install the latest version of Mi Home

Sign in to your Xiaomi account

Turn on Bluetooth and GPS on your phone

Press the pairing button on the monopod-->

Method 3: Connecting monopods to Wi-Fi (for models with video broadcast)

Some of Xiaomi’s advanced monopods, such as the Mi Smart Camera Tripod, support Wi-Fi connectivity for live video streaming or app control, a method that is more complex than Bluetooth but opens up more possibilities.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the monopod with a long press of the power button (the indicator should flash yellow or green - this is a signal of Wi-Fi mode).
2. On the phone, go to Settings. → Wi-Fi and find a network with a name like Xiaomi_XXXX or MiTripod_XXXX.
3. Connect to this network. Password is not usually required or specified in instructions (e.g. 12345678).
4. Open the Mi Home or Xiaomi Camera app (depending on the model) and follow the customization wizard.

After you connect, you can:

• 📹 Watch video from the monopod camera in real time.
• 🎯 Control the rotation of the monopod head (if the model supports motorization).
• ⏱️ Set up a timer or interval shooting.

⚠️ Warning: Wi-Fi drains the monopod and phone battery much faster. Use an external power bank or plug the monopod into the socket for long shots (if the model supports power while running).

Compatibility table of Xiaomi monopods with phones

Not all Xiaomi monopods work equally well with different smartphones, and below is a table of compatibility of popular models with Android and iOS phones:

If your model is not listed in the table, check compatibility on Xiaomi’s official website or in the device manual. Older monopods (released before 2020) may require manually installing Android drivers via ADB.

Solving problems: Xiaomi monopod does not connect

Even with the right things to do, the connection can go wrong, and here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:

1.The monopod is not defined by Bluetooth.

• 🔄 Reboot the monopod: Turn it off (hold the 5 seconds button) and turn it on again.
• 📱 Clear the Bluetooth cache on your phone: Settings → Annexes → Bluetooth → Warehouse → Clear the cache.
• 🔌 Try another phone – if the monopod isn’t visible on any device, it may be discharged or broken.

2. The button on the monopod does not work

• 📸 Open the camera on your phone – some models will block the button if the camera app is closed.
• 🔧 Check the permissions: on Android 12+ Go to Settings. → Annexes → Camera. → Permits → Bluetooth and enable access.
• 🔄 Reconnect the monopod: remove it from the list of conjugated devices and add again.

3 Mi Home app doesn't find monopod

• 🌐 Change the region to China or Singapore in Mi Home.
• 📥 Update the firmware of the monopod: if the device has ever connected, check the updates in his card in Mi Home.
• 📧 Write in support of Xiaomi with the model of the monopod and phone – sometimes requires a beta version of the application.

Alternative ways to connect (without Bluetooth/Wi-Fi)

If your Xiaomi monopod doesn’t support wireless technology or doesn’t work, there are workarounds:

1. Connection via audio connector (3.5 mm)

Some older models (e.g. Xiaomi MiJia Selfie Stick 1st Gen) have a headphone jack to plug in:

1. Insert the monopod plug into the phone's audio jack.
2. Open the camera – the button on the handle should work like a trigger.

⚠️ Limitation: This method does not work on phones without 3.5-mm connector (for example, iPhone) 11+ Xiaomi 13). In this case, an adapter will be required. USB-C/Lightning → 3.5 mm.

2. Use of third-party applications

If the company software is not suitable, try:

• 📱 Camera Connect & Control (Android) – Supports camera control via Bluetooth.

Before using, give the app access to the camera and Bluetooth!

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If the monopod connects but the video is shaking, try enabling stabilization in your phone’s camera settings or using apps like Google Camera that support EIS (Electronic Stabilization).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi monopods

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If the Xiaomi monopod doesn't connect, 90% of the time it helps to reset your device or clear your Bluetooth cache on your phone.Don't ignore firmware updates - they often fix compatibility errors!