How to connect Xiaomi AirDots to your phone: a step-by-step guide

Modern wireless headphones have become an essential accessory for millions of users, and Xiaomi models are at the forefront of the market due to their affordable price and sound quality. However, like any Bluetooth device, they require the right initial setup to work smoothly. The first pairing process often raises questions for beginners, especially given the differences in operating systems and firmware versions of the headsets themselves.

In this detailed guide, we’ll take a look at all the steps of connecting Mi True Wireless Earbuds (formerly known as AirDots) to Android and iOS smartphones. You'll learn not only basic pairing, but also how to fix common errors when the phone doesn't see the headphones or the sound comes from just one channel. TWS-Technology will help you avoid common errors in operation.

Before you start, make sure your devices are charged and ready to go. It's important to consider that different generations of headphones may have minor differences in control, but the overall algorithm of actions remains the same for the entire range of Redmi and Xiaomi.

Preparation of headphones and smartphone for pairing

The first and most important step is to properly prepare the equipment. Often, connection problems arise precisely because the headphones are in standby mode or have low battery power. Remove both earphones from the charge case and make sure they are on. The indicator should start flashing, signaling readiness to search for the device.

You need to activate the wireless module on your smartphone. To do this, lower the notification curtain or go to the main system settings. Make sure that geolocation (GPS) is also enabled, since modern versions of Android require access to a location to scan Bluetooth devices. Without this, the phone may simply not display available gadgets in the list.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones don’t flash blue and white (or red), they may be discharged or already connected to another device.

For a successful start, follow the following steps:

• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones to at least 50% for a stable signal.
• 📱 Unlock the smartphone screen and close the unnecessary applications so as not to overload the processor.
• 📶 Make sure the distance between the phone and the headphones is less than 1 meter during pairing.

Only after these preconditions are met can the immediate process of pairing be moved on, and ignoring preparation often results in the device being undetected or the connection being terminated immediately after installation.

Step-by-step instructions for connecting to Android and iOS

The process of pairing on different platforms has its own peculiarities, although the basic principle remains the same. For Android owners, the algorithm is standard: you need to find a device in the list of available and click on it. In the case of the iPhone, the procedure is similar, but may require confirmation through a code or pop-up if the headphones support Apple protocols.

Once removed from the case, the headphones must go into pairing mode automatically. If this does not happen, you need to pinch the touch panels on both headphones simultaneously for 5-7 seconds until the indicators light up in bright blue. This force activates visibility mode. Now you can move to the phone settings.

Follow the instructions depending on your operating system:

• 🤖 Android: Go to Settings → Connected devices → Add a device. In the list, find Mi True Wireless EBs. Basic_R or a similar name. Click to connect.
• 🍏 iOS: Open Settings → Bluetooth. In the "Other Devices" section, the name of your headphones will appear. Tap it to start syncing.
• 🔗 Universal method: If automatic search doesn’t work, try using the Mi Wear app or Xiaomi Earbuds for advanced management.

Once successfully connected, the status bar will have a headphone battery icon, and the voice assistant will report "Connected" status, and you can now enjoy music or make calls.

Configure management and functionality through the application

While basic features work immediately after you connect, it is recommended to install a proprietary app to fully unlock the potential of the gadget. For Xiaomi and Redmi devices, this is Mi Wear (formerly Mi True Wireless) or Xiaomi Earbuds. These utilities allow you not only to update the firmware, but also reassign the actions of the touch panels.

You can find equalizer settings in the app menu, which is especially important for fans of certain genres of music, and headphone search is available to help you find an accessory lost in the apartment by emitting a loud beep. Some models support the setting of audio delay in game mode, which is critical for mobile gamers.

Remember to check the About section of the app regularly. Developers often release patches that fix connection errors or improve microphone noise cancellation, especially if you notice people complaining about the quiet sound of your voice.

Mono mode and work with one headphone

One of the popular functions TWS-Headsets are the ability to use only one headphone, for example, for talking or driving a car, in this mode, the second headphone remains in the case or off, and the sound is transmitted only to the active device.

To activate mono mode, just remove one earbud from the case and plug it into the phone. If you want to switch to the second, put the first back in the case or turn it off, and then tap the touchpad of the second. The system must automatically rearrange the audio stream.

⚠️ Note: When using one headphone, the battery can discharge faster, as it takes on the entire load of data transfer and audio decoding without the help of a second module.

If the sound is lost or monophonic when using both headphones, they may have lost touch with each other, in which case you need to perform a reset procedure (described below) so that they again “find” each other and work in stereo mode. Often users mistakenly think that the earphone is broken, although the problem lies in the software failure of channel synchronization.

Problem Solving: The phone can't see headphones

It's quite common for a smartphone to stubbornly fail to detect Xiaomi AirDots, which can be caused by a software failure in the Bluetooth module, a crowded cache of paired devices, or a battery discharge of headphones below critical level. First of all, try rebooting your smartphone, which solves 80% of the problems with the communication drivers.

If the reboot didn't work, check the list of previously paired devices. If there's a record of your headphones, click "Forget the device" or "Delete." Then put the headphones in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds and open again. The indicators should flash to signal readiness for a new search.

Additional diagnostic methods:

• 🔄 Connect your headphones to another phone to prevent a Bluetooth module failure of the main smartphone.
• 🧹 Clean the charging contacts on headphones with an alcohol napkin - oxidation can interfere with correct operation.
• 📶 Turn off Wi-Fi at 2.4GHz as it can interfere with Bluetooth signal.

In rare cases, the problem lies in the hardware malfunction of the earphone itself, especially if it fell or came into contact with moisture. If none of the software methods worked, you should contact the service center.

Full reset (Hard Reset) headphones

When standard methods don't work, the final argument is to completely reset the settings to factory settings, which would force all connections to be broken and put the headphones back out of the box, and that's the only way to fix the situation when the headphones are independent of each other and don't want to be combined into a stereo pair.

To perform the reset, place both earbuds in a charge case. Make sure they charge (indicators burn). Then press and hold the touchpads on both earbuds simultaneously for 20-30 seconds. The indicators should flash red several times, then go out or change the blinking pattern.

Emission sequence:


1. Put it in the case.




2. Hold the sensors for 20+ seconds.




3. Wait for the red flash.




4. Remove the device from the Bluetooth phone.




5. Hide again.

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After reset, be sure to delete the old record about the headphones in the Bluetooth settings of the phone, otherwise the new pairing may not be correct.

After this procedure, the headphones will need to be connected as new devices, and usually after reset, they work more stable, as the internal pairing protocol error buffer is cleared.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Proper dry storage and regular cleaning of charging contacts prolong the life of the headphone battery by 30-40%.

Compliance with these guidelines will allow you to enjoy quality sound without technical problems. If none of the methods did not work, it may be a factory defect, and the device should be replaced under warranty.