Renaming Xiaomi headphones is a simple, but not always obvious, procedure that helps avoid confusion when connecting to multiple devices. For example, if you have a Redmi AirDots 3 Pro for work and a Xiaomi Buds 4 for sports, it is convenient to give them unique names like Workers and Sports. Unfortunately, not all users know that the standard name of the Mi True Wireless Earphones type can be changed - and you can do it in several ways.
In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of renaming for Xiaomi headphones, including models that support the Mi Home app, Mi Fit, as well as universal methods through Bluetooth settings on Android and iOS. Particular attention will be paid to the nuances: why the name may not save, how to reset the headphones to factory settings if the renaming does not work, and what to do if the device does not appear in the list of available names to change.
Important: The procedure may vary depending on the headphone firmware version and smartphone model. If your Xiaomi Buds are released before 2021, some features (such as name editing via the app) may not be available.
1. renaming via the Mi Home app (for most models)
The Mi Home app is the official tool for managing Xiaomi’s ecosystem devices, including headphones, and is suitable for most models released after 2020: AirDots 3/4 Pro, Buds 3/4, FlipBuds Pro and others.
To change the name:
- 📱 Open the Mi Home app and make sure the headphones are connected to your account (Devices tab»).
- 🔍 Find your headphones in the list and tap them.
- ⚙️ In the upper right corner, click on the settings icon (cogs).
- ✏️ Select the "Device Name" option (or "Device Name»).
- 📝 Enter a new name (up to 16 characters, no special characters) and save the changes.
Important nuance: if the headphones do not appear in Mi Home, check:
- 🔄 Update the app to the latest version (Google Play or App Store).
- 📋 Make sure that the headphones are added to your Mi Account (not just Bluetooth connected).
- 🔋 Headphones should be at least 20% charged – with a low battery level, some functions are blocked.
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⚠️ Warning: If the headphones stopped connecting after renaming, try removing them from the list of Bluetooth devices on your smartphone and reconnecting. In rare cases, the failure occurs due to a Bluetooth cache conflict.
2. name change via Mi Fit (for sports models)
The Mi Fit app is designed for fitness trackers and smartwatches, but some Xiaomi headphone models (like Buds 3 Pro or FlipBuds) also support integration with it.The way to rename it here is similar to the Mi Home, but with slight differences.
Instructions:
- Open Mi Fit and go to Profile → My Devices.
- Select your headphones from the list.
- Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select “Device settings».
- Slap on the current headphone name and enter a new one.
Limitations of the method:
- 🚫 Not all headphone models are displayed in Mi Fit – check compatibility on Xiaomi’s official website.
- 🔄 After renaming, you may need to reboot the headphones (hold the button on the case for 10 seconds).
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3. Universal way: through Bluetooth settings on Android
If the headphones don’t support renaming through branded apps (like older models like Redmi AirDots), you can try changing the name directly in your smartphone’s Bluetooth settings, a method that doesn’t work on all devices, but often helps.
Step-by-step instructions for Android:
- Open Settings → Bluetooth.
- Find your headphones in the list of connected devices and tap on the settings icon (⚙️) near.
- Select Rename (or Rename device) and if this is not the case, your model does not support the function.
- Enter a new name and save the changes.
Why might it not work:
- 📱 On some smartphones (such as Samsung or Huawei), the renaming function is blocked by the manufacturer.
- 🔧 Headphones must be connected at the time of name change - otherwise the option will be inactive.
- 📵 If the headphones are connected to multiple devices, the renaming may not sync.
What if there is no "rename" item?
4. Renaming to iPhone (iOS)
On Apple devices, the process of renaming Xiaomi headphones is different from Android. There are no branded Mi Home or Mi Fit apps, so the only way is through standard Bluetooth settings. Unfortunately, not all Xiaomi models support this feature on iOS.
How to rename:
- Open Settings → Bluetooth.
- Find your headphones in the list of “My devices” and click on the icon i next to them.
- Select “Name” (or “Name”) and enter a new one.
- Click "Ready" to save.
Challenges and solutions:
- 🍎 On iOS 15 and later, some Xiaomi models (such as AirDots 2) may not be able to rename.
- 🔄 If the name is not saved, try to turn off and reconnect the headphones.
- 📴 Headphones must be in connection mode (not in search mode for new devices).
⚠️ Note: On iPhone, renaming Xiaomi headphones may reset after the device's firmware update.This is a known problem with Apple's restrictions on third-party accessories.
5. Resetting headphones to factory settings (if the renaming doesn't work)
If none of these things worked, maybe the headphones require a reset, which will delete all user settings, including the current name, and return the device to the box-like state, and the procedure differs depending on the model:
| Model headphones | Resetting method | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi AirDots (1/2/3) | Hold the button on the body for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white. | After resetting, the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode. |
| Xiaomi Buds 3/4 Pro | Place the headphones in the case, then hold the button on the case for 10 seconds (the indicator will turn orange). | Reconnection to Mi Home is required. |
| FlipBuds Pro | Press the touch panel of the headphone three times for 2 seconds. | Reset occurs only when the battery is low (<30%). |
| Mi True Wireless 2 | Hold both touch panels for 20 seconds until the sound of the beep. | After the reset, the name will return to the factory name (Mi True Wireless Earphones). |
After discharge:
- Connect the headphones to the smartphone again.
- If you have used Mi Home, add the device to the app again.
- Try renaming the headphones in one of the ways described above.
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If the headphones don't connect after reset, try clearing the Bluetooth cache on your smartphone. On Android, this is done through Settings → Apps → Bluetooth → Storage → Clear the cache.
6 Why the name of the headphones is not saved: common mistakes
Sometimes users are faced with the fact that the new name of the headphones is reset or not applied, here are the main reasons and ways to eliminate them:
- 🔄 Conflict with other devices: If the headphones are connected to multiple devices (for example, a laptop and a smartphone), the name can be synchronized with the last connected device. Solution: disconnect the headphones from all devices except the one on which you rename.
- 📵 Unstable Bluetooth connection: If the signal is interrupted during renaming, the changes may not persist.Solution: Bring the headphones closer to the smartphone (at a distance) <1 square).
- 🔋 Low battery: At a charge level below 15%, some features (including renaming) are blocked.Solution: charge your headphones up to 50% and try again.
- 📱 Outdated firmware: Headphones with firmware older than 2022 may not support name change.Solution: Update firmware via Mi Home.
Critical information: Xiaomi headphones with a Qualcomm QCC3040 chip (such as the Buds 3 Pro) may lose the user name after updating the firmware. This is a hardware feature that can not be fixed — you will have to rename.
7. Alternative ways: third-party applications and tricks
If standard methods don’t work, you can try to circumvent the restrictions with third-party tools, but be careful: these applications may request unnecessary permissions or contain advertising.
Ways for Advanced Users:
- 🤖 Bluetooth Auto Connect (Android): Allows you to rename devices, but requires root rights on some firmware.Risk: Could disrupt Bluetooth stability.
- 💻 ADB-Teams: For power users, there's a way to change the name via Android Debug Bridge.Commands: adb shell settings put global bluetooth_device_name "New name Attention: Does not work on all devices and requires the developer mode enabled.
- 🔧 Configuration file editing: On some custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS) you can manually change the name in the file /data/misc/bluedroid/bt_config.conf. Risk: High chance of damaging Bluetooth settings.
⚠️ Note: Use of third-party applications or ADB This can lead to loss of warranty on headphones if you want to unlock the bootloader or root access. Xiaomi's official support does not help in such cases.
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Third-party renaming methods are risky and can disrupt Bluetooth, only use them if standard methods fail and you understand the potential consequences.