How to restart Xiaomi Redmi Airdots headphones: all ways + instructions

Xiaomi Redmi Airdots headphones (including Redmi Airdots 2/3/Pro models) sometimes start to glittle: one earphone does not connect, the sound is interrupted, or the gadget completely stops responding to buttons. In 80% of cases, the problem is solved by a simple reboot - but how to do this correctly if the instructions do not have clear instructions?

In this article, we will discuss 5 workable reboot methods (including factory reset), explain why headphones may not respond to standard methods, and give specific recommendations for each model of the Redmi Airdots series. FAQ typical.

⚠️ Important: If the headphones are under 10%, the reboot may not work. First, charge them in a case for at least 15 minutes.

1. Standard reboot through the button

The fastest way is to program reboot through a physical button on headphones, suitable for all Redmi Airdots models except the Redmi Buds 4 Lite (they have touch controls).

Instructions:

• 🔄 Take both headphones out of the case and disconnect them from your phone (forget the device in Bluetooth settings).
• 🎧 Press and hold the button on the right earbud (or both if the left one doesn’t respond) for 10-15 seconds.
• 🔴 Wait until the indicator goes out and then flashes red and white (this is a signal of a successful reboot).
• 📱 Connect your headphones again via Bluetooth.

If the indicator doesn't blink, try repeating the process by pre-clearing the headphone and case contacts with a dry cotton swab. On Redmi Airdots 3 Pro models, the button can be hidden under a silicone plug - don't worry, that's okay.

Both headphones are charged at least 20% | Case charged (indicator is burning green) | Headphones disconnected from all devices in Bluetooth | Headphones and case contacts clean--->

2. Reboot through the case (the method "30 seconds")

If the button doesn't respond, try rebooting your headphones with a charging case, which works even when one of the headphones is completely irresponsible.

Step-by-step:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Connect the case to charging (use the original USB-C or Micro-USB cable, depending on the model).
3. Hold the button on the case (side or bottom) for 30 seconds.
4. Release the button when the indicator on the case flashes red (this means resetting the connection).
5. Take out the headphones and reconnect them.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi Airdots 2 cases can combine the reset button with the charge indicator. Press carefully so as not to damage the LED.

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3. reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If a normal reboot doesn't work, you'll have to do a full reset, which will remove all the associated devices and bring the headphones back out of the box.

How to Reset Redmi Airdots:

• 🔌 Put the headphones in the case and connect it to the charging.
• 🔴 Press and hold the button on the case for 20 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
• 📱 Open the case cover and wait until the headphones appear in the list of available Bluetooth devices as "Mi True Wireless...".
• 🔄 Reconnect them (confirm the pairing).

Once reset, the headphones can automatically update the firmware (if connected to the Internet via a phone), a process that takes up to 5 minutes - don't interrupt it.

4.Reboot via the Mi Home app (for flashable models)

Headphones Redmi Airdots 3 Pro and Redmi Buds 4 Lite support firmware updates through the official application Mi Home (or Xiaomi Wear for new models), sometimes rebooting through the software solves connection problems.

Instructions:

1. Install the Mi Home (Android) or Mi Home (iOS) app.
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Open the app → go to Profile → My devices → Redmi headphones.
4. Click Update firmware (if available) or Reset settings.
5. Wait until the process is complete (don’t turn off the headphones!).

⚠️ Warning: If your headphones become depleted or disabled during a firmware update, they may stop turning on. Charge them to 50% before the procedure.

1. Remove them from the list of associated devices in the Bluetooth settings.

2. Reboot the phone.

3. Connect to the headphones again through the application, holding the button on the case for 5 seconds.-->

5. Alternative methods (if nothing works)

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

If none of these methods worked, the problem could be a hardware malfunction: a dead battery, a damaged Bluetooth module, or oxidized contacts, in which case, contact Xiaomi’s service center.

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90% of Redmi Airdots problems are solved by resetting them through a case or a button on your headphone. If the indicators don't respond, check the charge and cleanliness of the contacts before you carry them for repair.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make these mistakes worse by making them:

• 🔋 Rebooting on discharged headphones → Always charge up to 20% before resetting.
• 📱 Use of non-original chargers → This can damage the case's power controller.
• 🔄 Interrupting firmware updates → If the process has started, wait until it is completed (even if it takes 10).+ minute).
• 🧲 Storage of headphones next to magnets → This could disrupt Hall's sensors in the case.

Also avoid pressing buttons on both headphones at the same time – this can cause firmware conflict (relevant for Redmi Airdots 3 with independent connection).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions