How to reboot headphones Xiaomi Earbuds: full instructions for all models

When you need to reboot headphones Xiaomi

Xiaomi Earbuds wireless headphones are a popular solution for music lovers, but even they sometimes fail. Reboot (or “hard reset”) can be needed in several cases: when one earphone does not connect to another, the sound is interrupted, the device is not determined by the smartphone or there are problems with management, most often due to software errors, not physical breakdowns.

Modern Xiaomi Earbuds 3/4 Pro, Redmi Buds 4/5 and others have their own processor and firmware, which sometimes requires a forced reboot. For example, after updating the software through the Mi Fit or Xiaomi Wear app, headphones can “hang” in standby mode. Unlike wired counterparts, wireless devices do not have a physical turn off button — their work is controlled by sensors and press combinations.

It is important to distinguish reboot from reset to factory settings. The first simply restarts the device, saving all settings (including pairing with the smartphone), and the second completely erases the data and returns the headphones to the state of “out of the box”. In this article, we will discuss both options, and also explain how to avoid typical errors.

Preparing for a reboot: what to do in advance

Before you start manipulating your headphones, follow a few simple steps to avoid additional problems:

• 📱 Turn off your headphones from all devices via Bluetooth settings. On Android: Settings → Bluetooth → Xiaomi Earbuds → On iOS: Settings → Bluetooth → "i" next to the headphones → Forget this device.
• 🔋 Check the charge level. If the battery is under 10%, the reboot may not work. Connect the headphones to the charge case for 5-10 minutes.
• 🎧 Remove the headphones from the case - the reset is performed only in the active state (outside the charging compartment).
• 📡 Make sure there is no interference. Turn off nearby wireless devices (columns, other headphones, routers at 2.4 GHz).

If you are using a model that supports the Xiaomi Wear app (like the Earbuds 4 Pro), close it before reset. In rare cases, the application's background processes may block the reboot. Also check if Game Mode or ANC mode is active - it's best to turn them off in advance.

Reboot methods for different models Xiaomi Earbuds

The reset procedure depends on the generation of headphones. The manufacturer has changed the combinations of buttons and sensors in different series, so there is no universal method.

Models with a physical button (Earbuds Basic, Redmi AirDots)

Older versions of headphones (Redmi AirDots, Earbuds Basic) are equipped with a mechanical button on the body.

1. Place both headphones in the charging case.
2. Close the lid and wait 10 seconds.
3. Open the lid, pull out the headphones and hold the button on both for 15 seconds until the indicator flashes red 3 times.

Touch-controlled models (Earbuds 3/4, Redmi Buds 4/5)

The new headphones are touch-controlled. Reboot algorithm:

1. Get the headphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the touchpad on both headphones at the same time.
3. After 10 seconds, the indicators will flash alternately red and white – this is a signal of a successful reset.
4. Place the headphones back in the case for 5 seconds, then pull out - they will automatically reboot.

ANC-enabled models (Earbuds 4 Pro, Buds 5 Pro)

Flagship active noise cancellation (ANC) headphones require a slightly different procedure:

1. Activate ANC mode (by touching the sensor or via the app).
2. Hold the sensors on both headphones for 20 seconds until you hear the beep.
3. Indicators flash purple - this is confirmation of the reset.

If after the reboot, the headphones do not connect, try resetting the case settings: place the headphones inside, close the lid and hold the button on the case (if any) for 10 seconds.

What to do if the reboot does not help

If the headphones are still not working after reset, the problem may be deeper.

• 🔄 Repeat the procedure 2-3 times – sometimes the first time the reset does not work.
• 📲 Update the firmware through the official Xiaomi Wear or Mi Fit app:

1. Connect the headphones to the smartphone.


2. Open the application → Find the section "Update software".




3. Follow the instructions on the screen (don’t turn off the headphones during the process!).

• 🔋 Check the charging case. If the indicators on the case are not on, try another cable or power supply. Sometimes the problem is the connector. USB-C.
• 🛠️ Contact the service if the headphones do not respond to reset and do not charge. this may indicate a hardware failure (for example, damage to contacts or batteries).

Pay special attention to the condition of the contacts in the case, they must be clean and not oxidized. Use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to clean. Do not use metal objects!

Typical Reboot Errors and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes that make the reset fail, and the most common ones are:

⚠️ Warning: Never reset if the headphones are connected to a sound source (e.g. music is played) this can cause firmware to fail.

• ⏱️ Lack of retention time. Many release buttons/sensors too early. Hold until visual signal appears (blinking indicators).
• 🔌 Reset during charging. Headphones should be outside the case and not connected to power.
• 📵 Ignoring the indicators. If the indicators do not flash after reset, the procedure is not completed.
• 📱 Late phone connection. After reset, give the headphones 30 seconds to initialize before pairing them with a smartphone.

Another common mistake is using informal firmware, and if you've previously installed custom software, the reset may not work, and you'll have to go to a service center to flash it through the back door. EDL-regime.

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If after resetting the headphones connect only one, try to manually stitch them together: place both in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then take out and hold the sensors for 5 seconds.

How to Restore the Connection After Rebooting

After a successful reset, Xiaomi Earbuds headphones return to factory settings, including a list of conjugated devices, to reconnect them:

1. Open on your smartphone Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click Add a new device.
3. Hold the sensor on the right earphone for 3 seconds until you hear the connection sound.
4. In the list of available devices, select Xiaomi Earbuds [model].

If the headphones don’t appear in the list, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the Bluetooth module of the smartphone (disable / turn on in the settings).
• 📱 Remove the Bluetooth app cache (on Android: Settings) → Annexes → Bluetooth → Memory. → Clear the cache).
• 🔋 Rebooting the smartphone itself – sometimes helps with system failures.

For models with Dual Connection support (such as the Earbuds 4 Pro) after pairing, additional configuration may be required in the Xiaomi Wear app to activate simultaneous connection to two devices.

Failure prevention: how to avoid problems in the future

To minimize the risk of hanging out and the need for frequent reboots, follow these guidelines:

• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware through the official app. the manufacturer releases patches to fix bugs.
• 🔋 Keep your headphones charged when your battery level drops below 20%.Deep discharge shortens battery life.
• 📱 Turn off your Bluetooth headphones if you don’t use them for a long time, and this prevents background connections and crashes.
• 🧼 Clean contacts and case once a month. Dust and moisture can disrupt charging and communication between headphones.

Also avoid using headphones in extreme temperatures (below -10°C or above +40°C).This can cause temporary electronics failures. If you are a sportsman, choose models with IP54 protection or higher (for example, Earbuds 4 Pro with IP55).

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Resetting headphones is a last resort, and 80 percent of the time, the problem is solved by updating the firmware or restarting the smartphone.

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