How to connect Samsung Buds to Xiaomi phone

The modern Android ecosystem allows users to easily combine gadgets from different manufacturers, which is especially true for owners of Xiaomi smartphones who decided to use premium Samsung Galaxy Buds headphones. Despite the belonging of brands to different camps, the basic Bluetooth protocol provides a stable connection for listening to music and calls without having to buy devices of the same brand. the primary synchronization process takes literally a few minutes and does not require deep technical knowledge, if you follow a certain algorithm of actions.

However, to unlock the full potential of accessories, including equalizer setup, noise reduction management and firmware updates, simply pairing through the system menu may not be enough: Xiaomi smartphone owner will face limited functionality unless they install additional software components from the South Korean manufacturer. It is the right sequence of actions at the first launch that ensures there are no problems with communication breaks or incorrect operation of touch panels in the future.

In this article, we will take a closer look at all the steps of connecting, from activating pairing mode to installing specialized software that will turn your Galaxy Buds into a full-fledged tool for work and entertainment. We will also look at the typical errors that occur on the shell of MIUI or HyperOS, and how to quickly fix them.

Preparing Samsung headphones for pairing

The first and most important step is to put the headphones into visibility mode, which allows the external device to detect them in the list of available Bluetooth gadgets. If you use the headphones for the first time, they automatically go into pairing mode immediately after being removed from the charging case when you first turn on, in which case the indicator on the case will flash different colors, signaling readiness for connection.

Reconnecting or pairing with a new device, such as your Xiaomi smartphone, will require forced search mode activation. To do this, place both headphones inside the charging case and leave the lid open. On the back or bottom panel of the case (depending on the Buds+ model, Buds Pro, Buds 2) there is a communication button that you need to hold for a few seconds.

Hold the button until the LED light on the front flashes red, green and blue quickly. It is the fast three-color blink that is the universal signal that Samsung headphones are ready to connect to any external device. If the indicator is on flat light or flashing slowly, then the search mode is not activated and the Xiaomi phone will not be able to see them.

• 🔋 Make sure that there is a charge in the case and the headphones themselves, otherwise they may turn off during the setup process.
• 👆 Press the button on the case until the indicator flashes quickly and in different colors.
• 📱 Keep the case at a distance of no more than 1 meter from the Xiaomi smartphone during the procedure.

Basic Bluetooth connection on Xiaomi

Once the visibility mode on the headphones is activated, you need to go to the smartphone settings. Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO devices must open the main menu and find the Settings section. Next, you should go to Bluetooth, where the wireless module activation switch is turned on by default. If the module is turned off, activate it, after which the phone will start scanning the surrounding space.

In the Available Devices list, your model name, such as Galaxy Buds Pro or Galaxy Buds2, should appear in seconds. Click on the device name to start the mating process. A request for confirmation of pairing with the code or simply a notification of connection may appear on the smartphone screen.

Once the device is successfully connected, it will say "Connected" or "Connected to media audio," and at that point, the basic functionality is already available: you can listen to music, watch videos, and make calls, but the sound can be standard, and the touch control can be basic without reassignment.

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Basic connection via the Bluetooth system menu only provides sound transmission, but does not give access to noise reduction and equalizer settings.

Installation and configuration of Galaxy Wearable

To fully use all the features of the headphones, such as active noise cancellation (ANC), transparency and gesture settings, you need to install the official Galaxy Wearable app. Since Google Play services on Xiaomi smartphones work normally, the easiest way to download the application directly from the Play Market store. Find the application on request “Galaxy Wearable” and make sure that the developer is listed Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Once installed, launch the app and provide all the permissions you request, including access to location, contacts and microphone. Without these permissions, the app will not be able to properly work with the headphones and sync data. The app will automatically detect the connected headphones and prompt you to start the setup process.

During the initial setup, the app may suggest installing additional plugins, such as Samsung Audio Plugin.Agree to install all the recommended components, as they are responsible for codec stability and sound quality.A Samsung account may also need to be logged in, allowing you to save your settings to the cloud and restore them when you change your device.

• 📥 Download the app only from the official Google Play store to avoid malware.
• 🔒 Provide all the permissions requested, otherwise the management functions may not work.
• 🔄 Install all the plugins and updates offered during the initial setup process.

Set up sound profiles and functions

The interface of the Galaxy Wearable app on Xiaomi looks identical to what it looks like on Samsung smartphones. In the main menu, you will find the Sound Effects section, where a graphic equalizer is available. The user can choose from preset profiles such as Bass, Vocals or Twitter, or create their own by adjusting frequencies manually.

Special attention should be paid to the active noise cancellation settings, where you can select High, Low or Outer Sound modes (transparency) from the Noise Reduction section, and the newer Buds Pro and the newer ones have a Voice Detect feature that automatically activates the transparency mode when you start talking, which is very convenient for short communication without removing your headphones.

The app also includes Bixby Voice Wake-up and other voice assistants, although the Google Assistant is preferred on Xiaomi phones. In the touchpad settings section, you can reassign actions for single, double and triple touch, and set up the finger retention area to switch noise reduction modes.

Don’t forget to check the headphone software update in the Headphone Software Update section. Samsung regularly releases patches that improve connection stability and microphone performance. Update is done via smartphone, so make sure the case charge is at least 30% before the process begins.

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For better noise reduction work, select silicone mounts of the right size – the Galaxy Wearable app has a test for the tightness of the landing.

Table of compatibility of functions

It’s important to understand that some features may work differently or not when using Samsung headphones with Xiaomi smartphones. Below is a table showing the differences in functionality.

As you can see from the table, installing the Galaxy Wearable app almost completely eliminates the functionality gap, except for exclusive ecosystem features such as automatic switching between Samsung devices. However, for everyday use, the Xiaomi + Galaxy Buds bundle works perfectly.

Solving and optimizing MIUI

The MIUI shell and the new HyperOS are known for their aggressive energy-saving system that can force the closure of background applications, including the Galaxy Wearable.This causes the headphones to spontaneously shut down or stop responding to touch. To avoid this, you need to configure permissions for the application.

Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, find Galaxy Wearable and go to Energy Saving. Select No Limits mode. It is also recommended to enable auto-start for this application so that it runs with your smartphone and maintains a stable connection.

⚠️ Warning: If the sound is interrupted or quiet, check to see if the Absolute Volume mode is activated in the developer settings. Sometimes, dissynchronizing the volume of the phone and headphones is solved by disabling this option.

Another common problem is video or game delay. To minimize latency in Bluetooth settings (Developers section), try changing the codec. Samsung Buds support SBC, AAC and proprietary Scalable Codec. Xiaomi can default to SBC, which gives a large latency. Try switching the codec to AAC for a better balance of quality and transfer speed.

⚠️ Note: When you reset your headphone settings (Hard Reset), all your personalized equalizer and gesture settings will be removed and require re-configuring through the app.

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