How to Reboot Xiaomi Mi Wireless Headphones: The Complete Guide

Xiaomi Mi wireless headphones are a popular solution for music lovers and active users, but even they sometimes fail. Sound getting stuck, connection problems or a sudden shutdown are typical situations where you need to force a reboot of the device. Unlike smartphones, there is no power button, and the reset algorithm depends on the model and version of the firmware.

Many users mistakenly confuse a soft reset with a hard reset. The first simply restarts the device, saving all settings, the second returns the headphones to factory settings, erasing connection history. In this article, we will discuss both options, and also consider the non-obvious causes of failures and ways to prevent them.

If your Mi True Wireless Earphones (or other model in the series) are no longer responsive to presses, are not detected by the phone or emit intermittent sound, do not rush to carry them to the service. In 80% of cases, the problem is solved software, without interference with the hardware, the main thing is to correctly identify the type of malfunction and apply the appropriate reset method.

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1.When do you need to reboot Xiaomi Mi headphones?

Not every failure requires drastic measures. Before you start a reboot, make sure that the problem is not in the signal sources or the phone settings. Here are the typical symptoms for which you should restart your headphones:

• 🔊 The sound is interrupted or stuttered despite a stable Bluetooth connection.
• 📱 Headphones are not defined by the phone, although previously connected without problems.
• 🔋 The charge indicator flashes a non-standard color (for example, red-blue for Mi AirDots Pro).
• 🎧 One earphone is not working, although charged and on.
• 🔄 Touch buttons do not respond to touch or are delayed.

If the headphones are simply dead, plug them into the charger case for 10-15 minutes. Rebooting won’t help if the battery is completely discharged (below 3%): in this case, the device will not be able to perform even basic operations. Also check if the phone is activated power saving mode - it can limit the operation of Bluetooth.

Failures often occur after updating the firmware of the phone or the headphones themselves. For example, users of Mi Earbuds Basic 2 massively complained about problems after upgrading to MIUI 13 - devices stopped connecting to Android 12+ phones.

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2. Soft Reset: Step-by-step instructions

This method restarts the headphones without losing settings. It helps with temporary freezes or connection errors. The algorithm is the same for most models, but there are nuances for the Mi AirDots Pro and Redmi Buds.

The universal method (for all models):

1. Place both headphones in the charging case.
2. Close the case cover and wait 10 seconds.
3. Open the lid and remove the headphones.
4. Press and hold the touch buttons on both headphones for 15-20 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white (or blue for the Mi AirDots Pro).
5. Release the buttons - the headphones will reboot and automatically turn on the pairing mode.

Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and Mi Earbuds Basic 2 have an alternative method:

1. Remove the headphones from the case.
2. THREE TIME TURN TOUCH THE TOUCH PLAYER on the right earpiece.
3. Wait 5-7 seconds – the reset signal should sound.

If the headphones are still not connected after the reboot, try removing them from the list of connected devices on the phone and reconnect. On Android, this is done in Settings. → Bluetooth → ⚙️ (headphone) → Remove the device.

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Hard Reset: Return to Factory Settings 3

This method erases all the saved settings, including connection history, and is used if a soft reboot doesn't help, or the headphones have forgotten all the devices and can't connect even after a reset on the phone.

Instructions for most models:

1. Place the headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Connect the case to the power source (the red charging indicator will light up).
3. Open the case cover and hold the button on the case (if any) for 10 seconds.
4. For models without a button on the case (e.g. Mi True Wireless Earphones 2): Remove the headphones from the case. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 30 seconds until the indicators start flashing red, white, red.

After resetting, the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode (the indicator will flash white).

The Redmi Buds 3 and Mi AirDots Pro are a little different.

1. Put the headphones in the case.
2. Press the button on the case 5 times in a row (with an interval of ~1 second).
3. The indicator on the case will start flashing orange - the reset is completed.

Attention! After a hard reset, Xiaomi Mi headphones may lose the fast connection feature (for example, automatic connection when you open a case), to restore it, you will have to re-arrange the devices and update the firmware through the Mi Home app or Xiaomi Wear.

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4.Reboot via Xiaomi Wear app (for new models)

Mi Earbuds 3 Pro, Mi True Wireless Earphones 3 and newer headphones support software reset via a proprietary app, which is the safest method, since it does not require manipulation of buttons and minimizes the risk of errors.

Step-by-step:

1. Install the Xiaomi Wear app (for Android) or Mi Fitness (for iOS).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app and select your headphones from the device list.
4. Go to Device Settings → Further → Reset settings.
5. Confirm the action - the headphones will restart and turn off.
6. Contact the service: 🛠️ If the headphones do not turn on or squeak - this is a hardware malfunction. 📄 Save your check or purchase details: warranty for Xiaomi Mi – 12 months.

⚠️ Attention! Don't try to disassemble the headphones yourself, it will deprive you of warranty. In 70% of cases, "brick" devices are restored to the service through the service. JTAG or-flashing.

If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is distorted, try:

• 🎵 Disable all sound effects in your phone settings (such as Dolby Atmos or Equalizer).
• 📡 Switch the Bluetooth codec to SBC (in the settings of the Android developer).
• 🔊 Check your headphones on another sound source (e.g. YouTube instead of music).

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8. Failure prevention: how to avoid problems in the future

To avoid the need to reboot, follow these recommendations:

• 🔋 Charge the case regularly - do not allow the discharge to be below 10%.This will prolong the life of the battery and prevent firmware failures.
• 📱 Update your firmware through Xiaomi Wear at least 1 time every 3 months.
• 🚫 Do not use headphones in extreme temperatures (below 0)°C or higher than 40°C).
• 🧼 Clean contacts once a month with a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl alcohol.
• 🎧 Store in a case – this protects against dust and mechanical damage.

If you often experience connection problems, try:

1. On Android: Turn off Adaptive Bluetooth in the developer settings.
2. On iOS: Forget your device and connect it again (Settings) → Bluetooth → ⓘ → Forget this device).
3. For all devices: Turn off battery savings for Xiaomi Wear and Bluetooth apps.

Xiaomi Mi headphones automatically reset settings if you haven’t used for more than 3 months. To avoid this, connect them to your phone at least once every 2 weeks for 5-10 minutes.

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Regular firmware updates and proper headphone storage reduce the risk of failures by 60%.

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FAQ: Frequent questions about rebooting Xiaomi Mi headphones