How to reconnect Xiaomi Earbuds headphones: reset, synchronization and error elimination

Xiaomi Earbuds wireless headphones are some of the brand's most popular gadgets, but even they sometimes refuse to connect to a smartphone. Whether after a firmware update, or because of an accidental reset, or simply "forgot" the device in the Bluetooth list. If your headphones are not determined by your phone, connect only one by one or give a synchronization error, do not rush to carry them to the service. 90% of the time the problem is solved in 5 minutes at home.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to reconnect, from basic reset to manually synchronize headphones with each other. Instructions are relevant for all models: Xiaomi AirDots (Pro, S, Youth), Earbuds Basic (1S/2/2S), FlipBuds (Pro/Dolby) You'll also learn why headphones can fly off the list of devices and how to avoid this in the future.

Before you start, check three key points: 1 Make sure the headphones are charged (the indicator should flash when you press the button). 2 The Bluetooth on the phone is on and in search mode. 3 The headphones are not connected to another device (for example, a laptop or tablet).

If everything is in order, we will proceed to the instructions.

1. Basic method: how to reconnect Xiaomi Earbuds via Bluetooth

If the headphones were previously paired with the phone but are no longer connected, try the standard method:

1. Open the settings → Bluetooth on your smartphone.
2. Find your Xiaomi Earbuds in the list of devices (the name may vary depending on the model).
3. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) Next to the headphones and select Forget the device (or Delete it).
4. Return the headphones to the case, close it for 10 seconds, then pull it out.
5. Press the button on the case (or touchpad on headphones) for 5-7 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white/red.
6. In the Bluetooth list, a new device will appear on your phone – select it to connect.

⚠️ Note: On some models (for example, Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2) to activate the pairing mode, you need to pinch both touch panels on the headphones at the same time, rather than the button on the case.

2.Reset Xiaomi Earbuds to factory settings

If standard reconnection doesn't work, you'll have to reset completely, which will remove all the connections you've saved and return the headphones to the boxy state, and the procedure varies depending on the model.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Take the headphones out of the case and wait until they automatically enter pairing mode (the indicator will blink).
• 📱 On your phone, turn on Bluetooth and find the device in the list. The name may look like Mi Earbuds. Basic_XXXX or LE-XXX.
• 🔗 Connect to the headphones and check the sound in both speakers.

Make sure the headphones are charged (the indicator is green)

Disable them from all devices in Bluetooth settings

Put the headphones in the case and close the cover for 10 seconds

Prepare your phone for a new connection-->

⚠️ Attention: On models with ANC (Active noise cancellation, such as FlipBuds Pro, may require resetting the feature in the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app!

3. what to do if the headphones connect only one at a time

A common problem is that the phone only sees the right or left earphone, and the second one is not detected, which means that the earphones are out of sync with each other.

1. Put both headphones in the case and close it.
2. Pull them out and press the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds.
3. Wait until the lights on both headphones start flashing synchronously (usually in white).
4. Connect to them via Bluetooth as a new device.

If the synchronization is not restored:

• 🔋 Check the case charge – at low battery level, the headphones may not sync.
• 🔄 Try to reset your headphones (instructions in the previous section).
• 📲 Install the official Xiaomi Wear or Mi Home app – it has manual synchronization feature.

4. Reconnect via Xiaomi Wear or Mi Home app

Xiaomi’s official apps not only make it easier to manage headphones, but also help solve connectivity problems.

1. Download and install the application: 📱 Xiaomi Wear – for most models (available from Google Play and App Store). 🏠 Mi Home – for older models (e.g. AirDots Youth).

Open the app and allow access to location and Bluetooth.

Click Add Add the device (+) Choose your headphones from the list.

Follow the on-screen instructions – usually you need to confirm the connection on your phone and in your headphones (for example, press the touchpad).

The application may include:

• 🔄 Update the headphone firmware (if available).
• 🔊 Set up an equalizer and ANC (noise-canceling).
• 🔋 View the charge level of the case and headphones.
• 🔗 Manually synchronize the headphones if they are disconnected.

1) Restart Bluetooth on the phone.

2) Remove headphones from the list of devices in the settings Android/iOS.

(3) Reinstall the Xiaomi Wear app.

4) Connect to the headphones via standard Bluetooth and then open the application.-->

5. Connection problems on iPhone (iOS) and their solution

Xiaomi Earbuds headphones officially support both Android and iOS, but iPhones sometimes have nuances. Here are typical problems and ways to solve them:

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, some headphone features (such as touch gesture customization or firmware) may not be available. For full operation, it is recommended to use an Android smartphone at least for initial setup.

Important: On iOS 17 and later, Xiaomi headphones can automatically switch between Apple devices (for example, between iPhone and Macbook) if Auto Switch is enabled in Settings → Bluetooth. Turn it off if the headphones are randomly connected to other gadgets.

6. Update the firmware of headphones for stable connection

If the headphones are buggy, spontaneously switched off or out of sync, the reason may be outdated firmware, which can be updated through the Xiaomi Wear app:

1. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
2. Open the Xiaomi Wear app and select your headphones.
3. Go to About Device or Settings (Icon) ⚙️).
4. If an update is available, the Update firmware button will appear - press it.
5. Do not turn off the headphones or close the app until the process is complete (usually takes 2-5 minutes).

🔹 What does a firmware update give?

• 🎧 Correcting bugs with connection and synchronization.
• 🔊 Improvement of sound and work quality ANC.
• 🔋 Optimizing battery consumption.
• 🔄 Adding new features (e.g. support) LC3-codec).

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Updating the firmware is a must if the headphones start to glittle after purchase or prolonged use.New versions often fix critical errors, such as spontaneously turning off one of the headphones.

Mechanical checks: case, contacts, battery

If the software methods didn't work, the problem could be the hardware.

• 🔌 Case contacts: Clean them of dust and oxidation with a soft brush or cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Dirty contacts can interfere with charge and synchronization.
• 🔋 Case Charge: Connect the case to charge for 30 minutes, even if the indicator is on. Sometimes the battery "falls asleep" and does not give current to the headphones.
• 🎧 Physical damage: Check if the plugs in the headphones are bent (relevant for models with replaceable earpieces).
• 🌡️ Overheating: If the case or headphones are hot, let them cool for 10-15 minutes.

⚠️ Note: If after cleaning the contacts, the headphones still do not charge in the case, the problem may be a faulty case battery. In this case, contact the service center - self-replacement of the battery can damage the board.

8. Alternative ways of connecting (if nothing helps)

If the standard methods didn’t work, try these non-obvious techniques:

• 📵 Flight mode: Turn on the flight mode on your phone for 10 seconds, then turn off and try to reconnect.
• 🔄 Change device: Try connecting your headphones to another phone or tablet. If they work, the problem is with your smartphone settings.
• 🔌 Charging while you're connected: Connect the case to the charger, and at that point, try to pair the headphones. Sometimes this works when the battery is dead.
• 📱 Network reset on phone: On Android: Settings → System system → Reset → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth. on iOS: Settings → Mainstream → Reset → Reset the network settings.

💡 Extreme method: If the headphones do not respond at all, try to “wake up” them with a discharge to 0%:

1. Use your headphones until they are completely discharged and disconnected.
2. Put them in the case and charge 1-2 hours.
3. Take it out and try to reconnect.

This method helps with the “hang” of the power controller.

FAQ: Frequent questions about reconnecting Xiaomi Earbuds