How to connect Xiaomi wireless headphones to your Android phone: instruction 2026

Xiaomi’s wireless headphones are among the most popular smartphone accessories, thanks to a combination of price, sound quality and convenience. However, even with such devices, users sometimes have difficulty connecting for the first time, especially if it comes to models that support Bluetooth 5.2/5.3 or features like dual connectivity (to two devices at the same time).

In this article, you will find not only basic pairing instructions, but also solutions to typical problems: why the phone does not “see” the headphones, how to reset them to factory settings, what to do if the sound is interrupted or delays appear. And also unique chips for owners of flagship models like Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or Redmi Buds 5, which are often missed in standard manuals.

1. Preparation of headphones and phone for connection

Before you start pairing, make sure both devices are ready to go. This is especially important for Xiaomi: some models (such as the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2) require pre-charging, even if the indicator is green.

Check on the phone:

• 📱 Android Version: Minimum Recommended – Android 8.0 (for full Bluetooth 5.0 functionality)+). Older versions may not have a codec. AAC or aptX, which makes the sound worse.
• 🔋 Battery charge: If the level is below 20%, the system can automatically turn off Bluetooth to save energy.
• 🚫 No conflicts: Remove from your phone’s memory all previously connected devices with similar names (e.g. Mi). Earbuds_XXX).

For headphones:

• 🔄 Reset to factory settings (if they were already in use).For most Xiaomi models, this is done by holding the button on the case for 10-15 seconds before the red/white indicator flashes.
• 🔋 Case and headphone charge: even if the indicator is on fire, try to hold them on a charge for 10-15 minutes - sometimes discharged batteries block the pairing mode.

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If Xiaomi headphones don’t respond to buttons, try putting them in the case, close the lid, then open and hold the button on the case for 20 seconds.

2. Step-by-step connection instruction

The pairing process for most Xiaomi models (including Redmi Buds 4/5, Mi True Wireless Earbuds 3, etc.) is the same, but there are nuances for devices with a Qualcomm chip (for example, Buds 4 Pro).

1. Open the headphone case cover. Most models automatically go into pairing mode (the indicator starts flashing white/blue). If not, press and hold the button on the case for 3-5 seconds.
2. On your phone, go to Settings → Devices → Bluetooth (the path may differ depending on the shell: MIUI, ColorOS, pure Android).
3. Turn on Bluetooth and wait for your headphones to appear on the list of available devices.The name usually contains a model (e.g. Redmi Buds). 5_12AB).
4. Click on the headphone name and confirm the connection.Some phones may need input PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234).

Once paired successfully, the headphones will appear in the Connected Devices list. Some models (such as the Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro) automatically install the Mi Earphones app after connecting to fine-tune the sound.

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3. Features of connection for different models Xiaomi

Not all Xiaomi headphones connect the same way, but here are the key differences for popular models:

For dual-connection models (e.g. Redmi Buds 5 Pro), you can connect them to a second device after the first pairing without disconnecting from the first.

1. Connect the headphones to the first phone.
2. Open the case cover and press the pairing button 2 times (for Buds 5 Pro).
3. On the second phone, find the headphones in the Bluetooth list and connect.

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4. Solving Connection Problems

If your phone can’t see the headphones or the connection is constantly breaking down, try these methods:

🔍 Headphones are not displayed in the list of devices

• 🔄 Reboot the phone’s Bluetooth module: Turn off/on Bluetooth or restart your phone.
• 📱 Update the headphone firmware through the Mi Earphones app (if available).
• 🚫 Remove junk devices: old entries with similar names may remain in the Bluetooth list.

🎵 The sound is interrupted or distorted

• 📶 Change the codec: in Bluetooth settings, select for headphones codec SBC (the most stable AAC or.
• 🔋 Check the charge: when the headphone battery level is below 15%, interference may occur.
• 🛡️ Turn off power saving for Bluetooth in battery settings.

If the problem persists, try connecting the headphones to another device (like a laptop) if they work normally, there is a problem with the phone (possibly a Bluetooth hardware failure).

5. Sound tuning and additional functions

After connecting, it is recommended to optimize the sound to your preferences.

1. Install the official app: For most models, Mi Earphones (available on Google Play). For flagship models (for example, Buds 4 Pro) – Xiaomi Earbuds.
2. In the app, select a sound profile: 🎶 Balance - Universal Profile. 🎤 Voice – increases the average frequencies (good for podcasts). 🎵 Basses - for electronic music.

Activate additional functions (if supported):

• 🔇 ANC (Active noise cancellation – for Buds 3 Pro and newer.
• 👂 Transparent mode – lets in surrounding sounds.
• 🎮 Low Delay Mode - for games (reduces lag to 80 ms).

For models with touch control (for example, FlipBuds Pro) in the application you can reassign gestures:

• Double touch - the next track / pause.
• Triple touch is a call to the voice assistant.
• Retention: Switching between ANC/transparent mode.

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For better sound in the Mi Earphones app, turn off the Absolute Volume option, allowing you to adjust the volume directly from your phone without distortion.

6. How to turn off and reconnect the headphones

If you need to temporarily turn off your headphones (for example, to connect them to another device), do it correctly:

1. On the phone, go to Settings → Bluetooth, find your headphones and click “Disable”.
2. To completely remove the device from the phone’s memory, click “Forget” (or “Delete”).
3. Reconnect: If the headphones were simply turned off, open the case cover and they will connect automatically. If the device has been removed, pair again (see section 2).

For models with multipoint (connecting to two devices at the same time), disconnecting from one device does not break the connection with the other. For example, if you listen to music on your phone and get a call on your laptop, the headphones will automatically switch to your laptop.

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To quickly switch between devices, on some models (for example, Redmi Buds 5 Pro) it is enough to touch the touch panel on the headphone twice.

7. Update to the headphone firmware

The manufacturer regularly releases firmware updates for Xiaomi headphones that improve connection stability, add new features or fix bugs.

1. Make sure the headphones are connected to the phone and are at least 50% charged.
2. Open the Mi Earphones app or Xiaomi Earbuds app.
3. Go to the "Firmware Update" section (usually located in the headphone settings menu).
4. If a new version is available, click Update and wait for the process to complete (don’t turn off the headphones or close the app!).

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones turn off or become depleted during a firmware update, they may stop turning on. In this case, put them in a case, plug the case into charging and wait 10-15 minutes - usually this restores the workability.

8. Frequent questions and answers