How to disable Xiaomi wireless headphones: all ways

Xiaomi wireless headphones are some of the most popular gadgets on the market, thanks to the combination of price, sound quality and functionality. However, even with such devices, sometimes there are difficulties, especially when it comes to basic operations. One of them is to correctly turn off the headphones. It would seem that it could be easier? But in practice, people face problems: the headphones do not turn off with a button, continue to discharge in the case or suddenly turn on in the pocket.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to disable Xiaomi wireless headphones – from classic AirDots models to the new Buds 4 Pro and FlipBuds Pro. You will learn how to turn them off through a physical button, a mobile application, and what to do if the headphones hang in search mode or do not respond to commands.

Important: the procedure may vary depending on the model and firmware version. If your headphones don't respond to standard methods, check the fault-solving section, which contains rare but effective techniques.

1. Standard power button shutdown

Most Xiaomi models have a physical button or touchpad to control power, to turn off the headphones in the standard way:

• 🔘 Take both of the headphones out of the case (if they were there).
• 🎧 Press and hold the power button on one of the headphones (usually the right one) for a period of time. 3-5 seconds.
• 🔴 Wait for the beep (most models hear a short shutdown sound) and the flashing of a red indicator.
• 📴 Repeat the action for the second headphone if they turn off separately (relevant for older AirDots).

In newer models (for example, Buds 4 Pro or FlipBuds Pro) it is enough to hold the touch panel on any of the headphones. The signal to turn off is a double beep and the indicator goes out. If the headphones do not respond, check the battery power: at a level below 5%, they may not turn off correctly.

Exception: Some models (e.g. Redmi Buds 3 Lite) turn off automatically when placed in a case. If this does not happen, the case may be faulty or require a reset.

2. Disconnection via Mi Home / Xiaomi Earbuds mobile app

If the physical button doesn’t work or you prefer to control your headphones via your smartphone, use the official app, which works for most models that support firmware via Mi Home or Xiaomi Earbuds (for new devices).

Instructions:

1. Open the Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Earbuds for Buds 3/4 Pro).
2. Select your headphones from the list of connected devices.
3. Go to Settings → Power Management (or Quick Actions in New Versions).
4. Click the “Switch off” button (in some versions of the application it may be called “Stop off”).

If you don't have a button, upgrade to the latest version. Auto-Switch is also available in Xiaomi Earbuds - the headphones will turn off after a predetermined period of inactivity (for example, after 10 minutes), which is useful if you often forget to turn them off.

Important: After disconnecting through the app, the headphones can remain in low power mode (the indicator flashes blue).

3. Automatic shutdown when placed in a cover

Modern Xiaomi models (starting with AirDots 2 and later) support automatic shutdown when placed in a charging case. However, this mechanism does not always work.

• 🔋 Make sure the cover is charged (the indicator on the cover should be green or white).
• 🧲 Check the magnets in the case, they have to securely fix the headphones. If the magnets are weakened, automatic shutdown will not work.
• 🔄 Update the firmware of the headphones through Mi Home (in the Settings section) → Update of the PO).

If the headphones don't turn off in the case, try a forced reset:

1. Get the headphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the button on both headphones for 10 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
3. Place the headphones back in the case and close the lid.

After that, the automatic shutdown function should work. If the problem persists, the case may be faulty - check it on another device.

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To extend battery life, keep your headphones in a 40-60% charge case, and full discharge or constant charging reduces battery life by up to 100%.

4. Disconnection in case of getting stuck or malfunction

Sometimes Xiaomi headphones freeze: they don't respond to buttons, they flash blue or red all the time, they don't connect to the phone. In these cases, standard methods don't work. Here's what to do:

If the headphones don’t respond fully, try a hardware reset:

1. Place the headphones in the case and connect the case to the charger.
2. Pull out the headphones and press the button on both for 15 seconds.
3. The indicators must go out, which means that the reset was successful.

Warning: The hardware reset erases all settings, including device binding, and then the headphones will have to be reconnected.

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If the headphones are stuck in search mode (blue flashes), never press the button short - this will only exacerbate the problem. Use prolonged retention (10+ seconds) to force shutdown.

5. Reset to factory settings (if nothing helps)

If the headphones don't turn off either way, the last option is a complete reset, which will bring the device back to factory settings and often solve software failures.

• 🔄 Get the headphones out of the case.
• 🎧 Press and hold the buttons on both headphones simultaneously for 15 seconds.
• 🔴 The indicators will start flashing red and white – release the buttons.
• 🔄 After resetting, the headphones will automatically turn off.

For touch-controlled models (such as the Buds 4 Pro), use a triple touch on the touchpad on both headphones for 10 seconds.

• 📱 Connect your headphones to your phone again via Bluetooth.
• 🔄 Update the firmware in the Mi Home app.
• ⚙️ Set up the settings (for example, auto-disconnect).

Warning: Reset removes all user settings, including the audio equalizer and the link to the Xiaomi account. If the headphones were tied to the account, after the reset, you may need to re-authorize.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many of the problems with Xiaomi headphones are caused by the user’s incorrect actions, and here are the most common mistakes:

• ❌ Short press of a button - the headphones go into search mode instead of turning off. Always hold the button for at least 3 seconds.
• ❌ Disabling only one headphone – in most models they are synchronized and you need to turn off both.
• ❌ Use of a non-original case - cheap analogues may not have magnets to automatically shut down.
• ❌ Ignoring firmware updates – newer versions often fix power management bugs.

To avoid problems:

• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware through Mi Home.
• 🔋 Keep an eye on the charge level – at a charge below 5%, headphones can behave unpredictably.
• 🧲 Keep your headphones in the original case – this protects them from accidental pressing.

Tip: If you lose your headphones often, turn on the "Device Search" feature in the Mi Home app. It will help you find the gadget at the last connection location.

7. Features for different Xiaomi models

The procedure for disconnecting may vary depending on the model, and the following are the key nuances for popular lines:

For active noise cancellation (ANC) models such as the Buds 4 Pro, it is recommended that the ANC be deactivated through the app before being turned off.This reduces battery load and extends battery life.

Note: In Xiaomi headphones with hybrid ANC (such as the FlipBuds Pro), a forced shutdown during noise cancellation can cause a failure.Always turn off the ANC first, then turn off the device.

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