How to connect wireless headphones to the phone Xiaomi: instructions for all models

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life - they allow you to listen to music, answer calls and use voice assistants without unnecessary wires. POCO Often faced with the question: how to connect correctly TWS-Headphones (including popular Xiaomi AirDots, Buds, Haylou and others) to your device. Despite the apparent simplicity of the process, there are nuances here - from enabling pairing mode to solving possible connection problems.

In this article, we will discuss all ways to connect wireless headphones to Xiaomi phones (including models on the phone). MIUI 12/13/14 And HyperOS), and also give practical tips on audio tuning, troubleshooting and optimizing the operation of accessories. 3 or flagship Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, the instruction is for most devices, and if your headphones don't connect, at the end of the article you'll find a checklist for diagnosing problems.

1. Preparation of headphones and phone for connection

Before you start pairing, make sure both devices are ready to connect, which will save you unnecessary errors and save you time.

For wireless headphones:

• 🔋 Charge the case and the headphones themselves (the indicator on the case should burn or blink.
• 📦 Get your headphones out of the case – most models automatically turn on when removed.
• 🔄 Make sure the headphones are not connected to another device (e.g. laptop or tablet). reset settings if necessary (instruction below).

For the Xiaomi phone:

• 📶 Turn on Bluetooth (can be accessed via the Quick Settings Panel or in Settings) → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth).
• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version (relevant to the MIUI 14+ HyperOS, as older versions may not support new connection protocols.
• 🚫 Turn off power saving modes (such as Ultra-Economic Mode) that can block Bluetooth.

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If your headphones have previously connected to another device but are not detected now, try resetting them. This usually requires holding the button on the case or headphones for 10-15 seconds (until the indicator flashes in red/white).

You've got to pay special attention to protocol compatibility, like Bluetooth headphones. 5.2 (For example, Xiaomi Buds 3T Pros will work more stable with phones on Snapdragon 8 Gen 1/2, than budget models on Helio G85. If you notice constant communication breaks, check the specifications of your smartphone in the official Mi Store.

2. Standard way to connect via Bluetooth

This is the most common method that works for most Xiaomi, Redmi and other models. POCO. The instructions are relevant for the firmware MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings on your phone and go to Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Activate the Bluetooth slider (if it is turned off).
3. Remove the headphones from the case and hold the pairing button (usually the only button on the case) for 3-5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white and blue (or red and blue for some models).
4. The list of available devices on your phone will show the name of your headphones (such as Redmi Buds 4 or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2).
5. Confirm the pairing if a request appears (sometimes you need to enter) PIN-code - default is 0000 or 1234).

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Once successfully connected, the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case (if Bluetooth is on). Some models (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) support instant connection – just open the case lid next to the phone, and a pop-up with a suggestion to connect.

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3. Connect via the Mi Earphones app (for advanced features)

If your headphones support a proprietary application (for example, Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro, Redmi Buds 4 Active), its installation will allow you to configure the equalizer, update the firmware of the headphones and activate additional functions like ANC (Active noise reduction or Transparency Mode (transparency mode).

How to connect through the application:

1. Download Mi Earphones from Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iPhone, if supported).
2. Connect the headphones to your phone via standard Bluetooth (as described in the previous section).
3. Open the app and allow access to Bluetooth and Notifications (if requested).
4. Your headphones should automatically be identified in the app. If not, click Add Device and select the model from the list.

In the appendix, you can:

• 🎛️ Set up an equalizer (preset profiles or custom settings).
• 🔄 Update the headphone firmware (if a new version is available).
• 🎧 Activate ANC (noise reduction or transparency mode (if supported).
• ⚙️ Set up touch control (e.g., double touch for playback/pause).

Important: Some features (such as adaptive noise cancellation) may not work smoothly on phones with custom firmware or outdated versions. MIUI. If after updating the headphones through the application they stopped connecting, try resetting their settings (see section 5).

Connection to Multiple Devices (Multipoint)

Many modern TWS-Headphones (such as Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or Redmi Buds 5) support Multipoint, which allows you to connect to two devices at the same time (such as a phone and a laptop), but not all Xiaomi phones work correctly with this feature.

How to turn Multipoint on:

1. Connect the headphones to the first device (phone) in the standard way.
2. Open the Mi Earphones app (if supported) and find the option of dual-device or Multipoint. Activate it.
3. On a second device (like a laptop), turn on Bluetooth and find the headphones in the list of available ones. Confirm the connection.

If Multipoint is not working properly:

• 📱 Update the firmware of headphones through the Mi Earphones app.
• 🔄 Reboot both devices (phone and headphones).
• 🚫 Turn off the energy saving mode on your phone.

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Multipoint can reduce sound quality by transmitting data to two devices simultaneously, and if you care about quality, use a single connection.

5. Solving Connection Problems

If the headphones do not connect to the Xiaomi phone, the reasons can be different: from banal (discharged battery) to technical (incompatibility of Bluetooth protocols).

Checklist for diagnosis:

• 🔋 Headphones do not turn on: check the charge of the case (the indicator should burn when connected to charging). If the indicator does not respond, the problem is in the battery or controller.
• 🔍 Phone doesn't see headphones: make sure they're in pairing mode (blinking blue/white LED). Try resetting (hold the button on the case for 15 seconds).
• 📱 Connection is cut off: disable other Bluetooth devices (fitness bracelets, smart watches) that can cause interference.
• 🔄 The sound is interrupted: update the firmware of the headphones and phone. If the problem persists, try turning it off. HD Audio in Bluetooth settings (Section Additional).

Common mistakes and decisions:

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If the headphones are connected but the sound is distorted, try turning off the Absolute Volume feature in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the Additional Settings → For developers).

Resetting headphone settings:

If none of these methods worked, do a complete reset:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Hold the button on the case for 20-30 seconds (until the indicator flashes red and white).
3. Take out the headphones and reconnect.

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Xiaomi headphones with Qualcomm chips QCC3040/3050 (Like Buds. 3 Pro) support quick reset via the Mi Earphones app. Go to Device Settings for this → Reset.

6. Sound and battery optimization

Even after a successful connection, you can improve the sound quality and extend the time of the headphones.

Sound setting:

• 🎵 In the Mi Earphones app, select the appropriate equalizer: Bass+ — So, it's for electronic music and hip-hop, it's clear high for vocals and classics, it's balanced, it's universal.
• 🔊 In your phone's Bluetooth settings, enable High-quality audio (if available). AAC or aptX for better quality.
• 🎧 For models with ANC (Experiment with noise reduction levels of suppressed noise in the application.

Battery savings:

• 🔋 Turn off the headphones when not using (put them in the case – they will automatically turn off).
• 📴 Reduce the volume to a comfortable level – high volume discharges the battery faster.
• 🔄 Turn it off. ANC Transparency Mode, if not needed, uses additional energy.

For advanced users: if your phone supports LDAC (For example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra), but headphones do not support it, forced on this codec can lead to breaks in sound. AAC.

7. Connect to Xiaomi phones on HyperOS

The new HyperOS firmware, which replaced MIUI, It has a number of features in working with Bluetooth devices, if you have a phone on HyperOS (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi). K70), follow these recommendations:

Differences from MIUI:

• 🔄 Bluetooth Menu is now in Settings → Connections → Bluetooth (previously in Connectivity and Sharing).
• 📱 At the first connection, a request may appear to install additional software for headphones - agree, these are drivers for correct operation.
• 🔊 HyperOS has added the option Spatial sound for compatible headphones (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro).

How to connect headphones to HyperOS:

1. Open Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
2. Activate Bluetooth and press Add Device.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (usually holding the button on the case).
4. Select headphones from the list and confirm the connection.
5. If a pop-up window appears with a suggestion to install the driver, click Install.

In HyperOS headphones with support LE Audio (like Xiaomi Buds 4) can connect in low power mode, which increases the time of operation, but reduces the sound quality. To turn off this mode, go to Bluetooth Settings. → Additionally. → Sound quality and select High.

8. Alternative ways of connecting

If standard Bluetooth doesn’t work or you want to use headphones in unusual scenarios, consider alternative methods.

Connection through USB-C (headphone)

Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro) support connectivity via the USB-C Adapter (sold separately) This is useful if you:

• 📵 Bluetooth on your phone is broken.
• 🎮 Minimum sound delay (for example, for games).
• 🔋 You want to charge your headphones and use them at the same time.

For this:

1. Connect the adapter to the USB-C port of the phone.
2. Connect the headphones to the adapter via cable (usually) USB-C — USB-C).
3. In the sound settings, select USB-audio.

Using headphones as a headset for PC

If you want to connect Xiaomi headphones to a Windows or MacOS computer, but they are not defined:

• 🖥️ Make sure the latest Bluetooth drivers are installed on your PC (especially for adapters on a Broadcom chip).
• 🔄 Reboot the headphones (put in the case for 10 seconds and take out).
• 📋 In Device Manager (Windows) check that the headphones are defined as a stereo headset, not Hands free (in the latter case, the sound will be mono).

Connecting to a TV or game console

Some Xiaomi TVs (e.g. Mi) TV Q2) consoles (like Nintendo Switch) support Bluetooth headphones, but may require additional action:

• 📺 On Mi. TV: Go to Settings. → Bluetooth and devices → Add the device.
• 🎮 On Nintendo Switch: Update your firmware to version 13.0.0+, then to System settings → Bluetooth audio select Add device.
• ⚠️ On PlayStation 5, Xiaomi headphones may not connect due to Sony restrictions – use it USB-adapter.

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