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

Xiaomi wireless headphones are a popular accessory among smartphone users due to the combination of sound quality, convenience and affordable price. However, even with such devices, beginners can have difficulties when connecting for the first time. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to pair Xiaomi headphones with a phone, including features of different models (from Redmi AirDots to Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro), as well as typical errors that interfere with a successful connection.

Whether you’re using an Android or iOS smartphone, the process of connecting Xiaomi headphones is almost identical, but there are nuances. For example, some models support Fast Pair (fast pairing) only with Android 6.0 devices.+, And for iPhones, you might need to manually search in Bluetooth settings, and we'll look at both scenarios, and we'll also give you recommendations for optimizing the audio once you're connected.

If you have a problem where the headphones are not detected by the phone or only connect once, at the end of this article you will find a section on solutions to the most common malfunctions, and we will also answer the frequent questions: can you connect Xiaomi Buds to a laptop, how to reset the headphones and what to do if the sound is interrupted.

1. Preparing Xiaomi headphones for connection

Before pairing, make sure your Xiaomi headphones are ready to go. Most models (like the Redmi Buds 4 or Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro) come off and their first launch requires certain actions.

Here's what we need to do:

• 🔋 Charge your headphones. Even if the light shows a charge, plug the case into the power source for 10 to 15 minutes. Low battery levels can interfere with pairing.
• 📦 Remove the headphones from the case. In most Xiaomi models, automatic activation occurs when you remove the case. If this does not happen, press the power button (if you have one) for 3-5 seconds.
• 🔄 Reset your previous settings (if you already had your headphones in use) and press the touchpad on both earphones simultaneously for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.

Pay attention to the indicators of the state:

• 🔴 Red flashing - low charge, recharging is required.
• 🔵 Blue flashing - the pairing mode is active.
• ⚪ White permanent – headphones are connected to the device.

⚠️ Warning: If the indicator does not respond to pressing, check the contacts in the case for dirt or oxidation.

2. Connecting to a smartphone on Android

Smartphones Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO Xiaomi headphones are connected faster thanks to built-in support for the Fast Pair protocol, but even on other brands (Samsung, Honor, Realme), the process will not take more than a minute.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth on your phone and turn on the adapter.
2. Remove the headphones from the case (they should automatically go into pairing mode). If this does not happen, press the touchpad for 3 seconds.
3. In the list of available devices, find the name of your model (for example, Redmi Buds 4 or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing if a request appears.

On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 12+ After the connection, a pop-up will appear with a proposal to install the Mi Earphones app (formerly Xiaomi Wear:

• 🎛️ Equalizer and noise reduction settings (ANC).
• 🔋 Displaying the level of charge of headphones and case.
• 🔄 Updates to the headphone firmware.

⚠️ Note: If the headphones don't appear in the Bluetooth list, try restarting your phone. Sometimes the conflict arises because of the system cache. Also check if the headphones are connected to another device (for example, a laptop).

3. Connection to iPhone (iOS)

While Xiaomi is optimizing its headphones for the Android ecosystem, they work perfectly with the iPhone, but there is no support for Fast Pair, so the process is a little longer.

Instructions for iOS:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the adapter.
2. Press the touchpad on the headphones for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red-blue (pairing mode).
3. In the list of Other devices, find the name of your model (may appear as Mi True Wireless or as a model). LE...) and tap him.
4. Wait for the message Connected.

On iPhone, you won’t be able to use Mi Earphones, but the basic features (calls, music, gesture control) will work. You can use third-party apps like Equalizer to set up the equalizer.+ boom 3D.

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If your iPhone has headphones on but the sound is interrupted, try turning off Auto Switching in Bluetooth settings. This will solve the problem of reconnecting to other Apple devices.

4. Features of connecting different Xiaomi models

Not all Xiaomi headphones connect the same way. For example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro supports dual connection (to two devices simultaneously), and Redmi AirDots 3 requires manual pairing. Let's look at the key differences.

Xiaomi Buds 3/4 Pro

These models are equipped with active noise reduction (ANC) support protocol LC3 for better sound:

• 🔹 It is enough to open the case cover - the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode.
• 🔹 On Android will appear a pop-up with a proposal to install Mi Earphones.
• 🔹 Supports Google Fast Pair (Fast Connection).

Redmi AirDots 2/3

Budget models without ANC, But with a lot of autonomy:

• 🔹 To activate the pairing mode, you need to pinch the touch panel for 5 seconds.
• 🔹 No Fast Pair support – manual search required in Bluetooth settings.
• 🔹 There is no charge indicator in the case (only on headphones).

Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro

These headphones are hybrid. ANC And it supports aptX Adaptive (for high-quality audio:

• 🔹 Automatically defined on Android as FlipBuds Pro.
• 🔹 iPhones can be displayed as LE-FlipBuds Pro.
• 🔹 Support switching between devices (e.g. from phone to laptop).

5. Solving Connection Problems

If Xiaomi headphones don't connect to your phone, the reasons can range from simple discharge to firmware conflict, and we've collected some of the most common bugs and ways to fix them.

🔴 Headphones are not defined in the Bluetooth list

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Headphones or case discharged → Connect the case to charging for 10-15 minutes.
• 🔄 Headphones connected to another device → Turn them off in Bluetooth settings on that device or reset settings (press the touchpad for 15 seconds).
• 📱 Bluetooth conflict on the phone → Restart your smartphone or reset your network settings (Settings) → System system → Reset → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth).

🔊 The sound is interrupted or there is interference.

This problem often arises from:

• 📶 Weak Bluetooth signal → Bring the phone closer to the headphones (maximum distance - 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🔊 Codec conflict → In the settings of the Android developer (Settings) → The phone. → Assembly number (shackle 7 times) → Developer settings → Select Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC instead AAC or.
• 📱 Background applications → Close all programs that use microphone or sound (e.g. screen recording, instant messengers).

🎧 Only one earpiece works.

If the sound is only in one headphone:

• 🔄 Reset settings (clip the touch panels on both headphones for 15 seconds).
• 🧹 Clean contacts in the case and on headphones (use a cotton swab).
• 🔋 Check the charge – sometimes one earphone discharges faster than another.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones stopped turning on after reset, connect the case to charging for 1 hour.

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If Xiaomi headphones do not connect to the phone after all the manipulations, check them on another device. If the problem persists, it is a hardware malfunction (contact the service center).

6.Sound optimization after connection

Once you've paired successfully, you'll want to customize the sound to your preferences, and on Android, you'll use Mi Earphones, and on iOS, you'll need to customize your system settings or third-party utilities.

🎛️ Equalizer setting (EQ)

The Mi Earphones app is available:

• 🎵 Presets: Bass, Vocals, Balance, User.
• 🔧 Manual tuning: frequency adjustment from 60 Hz to 16 kHz.
• 🎧 Sound modes: ANC, Transparent mode, off.

For iPhone, you can use:

• 🎛️ Equalizer+ (free version with limitations).
• 🎛️ Boom 3D (paid, but with extended settings 3D-sound).

🔇 Noise reduction adjustment (ANC)

If your model supports you ANC (For example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or FlipBuds Pro, in the Mi Earphones app you can choose from the:

• 🔕 Maximum noise reduction (for planes, subways).
• 🔈 Medium (for office or street).
• 🔊 Transparent mode (to hear surrounding sounds).

It's important: ANC It significantly reduces the battery life of headphones (by 20-30%). If noise cancellation is not necessary, turn it off to save battery life.

🎵 Optimization for music and calls

To improve the sound quality:

• 🎶 For music, select the aptX codec or AAC (in the settings of the Android developer).
• 📞 Turn off the calls. ANC — It'll reduce the delay of sound.
• 🔋 For long-term autonomy, use a codec. SBC (less efficient but energy efficient).

7. Connect to other devices (PC, laptop, TV)

Xiaomi headphones can be connected not only to a smartphone, but also to a laptop, PC or even a TV, a process similar to pairing with a smartphone, but there are nuances.

💻 Connecting to Windows 10/11

1. Turn Bluetooth on to your PC (Start) → Parameters → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices).
2. Press the touchpad on the headphones until the indicator starts flashing blue.
3. In the list of devices, select Xiaomi... and click Connect.
4. If the sound is not coming, in the taskbar click on the sound icon → Select headphones as the output device.

🖥️ Connecting to a MacBook

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Transfer the headphones to pairing mode (clutch the touch panel).
3. In the list, find Xiaomi and click Connect.
4. To adjust the sound, use System settings → Sound.

📺 Connecting to Smart TV

Not all TVs support Xiaomi headphones due to Bluetooth protocol limitations.

• 🔍 On the menu. TV It must be a Bluetooth partition or wireless devices.
• 🔊 Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) TV) Bluetooth 5.0 compatible with Redmi Buds.
• ⚠️ On Samsung TVs or on Samsung TVs LG You may need a Bluetooth transmitter (e.g., Avantek).

⚠️ Note: When connecting to a PC or TV, certain features (such as touch control or other functions) ANC) This is due to the limitations of Bluetooth drivers on these devices.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi headphones