How to connect Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones to your phone, PC or Mac: full instructions with photo

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones (also known as Mi AirDots or Redmi AirDots depending on the model) have become one of the most popular accessories thanks to the combination of high-quality sound, compactness and affordable price. However, many users have difficulty connecting for the first time — the device is not detected, the sound is interrupted or the headphones refuse to sync with each other. Android/iOS, computer-based Windows/macOS, We also look at common mistakes and their solutions.

Mi True Wireless Earphones features a Bluetooth 5.0 chip that provides stable connectivity up to 10 meters away, but requires proper tuning on both devices. If you are first encountering wireless headphones or moving from a wired model, our instructions will help avoid common problems. For example, many people do not know that before connecting, you need to remove the headphones from the case and wait for the indicator to blink — this is the key to successful pairing.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, make sure your Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones are ready to go.

• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones. Connect the case to the power source (use the original cable). USB-C The case indicator should be red when charging and green when fully charged. Headphones charge automatically when in the case.
• 📱 Update the firmware of the headphones (if available).For some models, Xiaomi releases updates that improve connection stability. Check for updates in the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).
• 🔄 Reset if the headphones have already connected to another device. To do this, press and hold the button on the case for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.

Pay attention to the indicators of the state:

• 🔴 Red - low battery charge.
• 🟢 Green is full charge.
• ⚪ White flashing - pairing mode.
• 🔴⚪ Red and white alternately - reset settings.

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If the indicator on the case does not respond to the press of a button, try connecting the case to the charge for 30 seconds, then try again. This often helps to "wake up" the electronic stuffing.

If you connect your headphones to an Android smartphone, we recommend that you pre-disable other Bluetooth devices (fitness bracelets, smartwatches, speakers) to avoid conflicts. On iPhone, this problem is less common, but still possible.

Connecting to Android smartphones

The process of pairing with Android usually goes smoothly, but there are nuances that depend on the version of the operating system and the model of the headphones.

1. Remove the headphones from the case. They should automatically turn on (you will hear the beep).
2. Activate pairing mode: For Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic: press and hold the touchpad on the right earphone for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white. For Mi True Wireless Earphones 2/Pro: just pull the headphones out of the case - they immediately go into pairing mode.

On a smartphone.

Settings → Bluetooth

Mi True Wireless Earphones

Redmi AirDots

Confirm the conjugation

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Once successfully connected, the headphones will appear in the list of saved devices, and now they will automatically connect when removed from the case (if Bluetooth on the smartphone is turned on).

Headphones are displayed in the list of Bluetooth devices |

The sound is played synchronously in both headphones |

The indicator on the case is lit green (when connected)|

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Important: Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones support AAC for high-quality sound, but some smartphones (such as Xiaomi with MIUI shell) may need to manually select this codec in Bluetooth settings.

Connection to iPhone (iOS)

While Xiaomi is an Android-focused brand, their wireless headphones work well with the iPhone, and the connection algorithm is almost identical, but there are a few nuances:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your iPhone and turn on search.
2. Take the headphones out of the case and wait until they appear in the list of available devices (the name may contain the letters R and L for the right and left earphone).
3. Click on the headphone name and wait for the message "Connected".

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Connection to a computer (Windows 10/11 and macOS)

Using Mi True Wireless Earphones with a computer requires a little more effort, especially on Windows where driver issues may occur.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC (via notification panel or Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices).
2. Click Add Add the device → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (as described above) and select them from the list.
4. If the headphones are not detected, update the Bluetooth adapter driver through Device Manager.

For macOS:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click Connect next to the headphone name.
3. If the sound is only in one earphone, open the audio-MIDI-Configurement (through Programs) → Utilities) and select stereo mode.

On Windows, sometimes there's a problem where the headphones plug in as "Hands-Free Device" instead of "Stereo."

1. Open the control panel. → Sound.
2. Find Mi True Wireless Earphones in the list of playback devices.
3. Right-click and select Use by default.

Solving common problems

Even after a successful connection, users face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If the headphones are not synchronized with each other (for example, the right one works, and the left one does not), follow the following steps:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Pull them out and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 10 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.
3. Wait 30 seconds – the headphones should automatically sync (you will hear the beep).

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If the reset didn’t work, try connecting the headphones to another device. If the problem persists, it’s a sign of hardware failure (most often the battery or Bluetooth module in one of the headphones fails).

Resetting headphones to factory

If none of these things worked, you might need to reset completely, and that will remove all the pairings you've saved and return to factory settings.

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the case cover and press the button on its back side.
3. Hold the button for 15-20 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white alternately.
4. Release the button, reset is complete. The headphones are now ready for a new pairing.

After discharge:

• 🔄 Headphones will automatically go into pairing mode the next time you remove from the case.
• 📱 On a smartphone or PC, they will need to be reconnected (as in the first use).
• ⚠️ All previous settings (such as control gestures) will reset.

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If the headphones don't work after reset, check them on another device. If the problem persists, contact Xiaomi's service center, as it may be a hardware malfunction.

Additional functions and settings

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones support a few useful features that many users are unaware of:

• 🎵 Playback control: Double touch on the touchpad - playback/pause. Triple touch is the next track. Hold 2 Seconds – Calling the Voice Assistant (Google) Assistant/Siri).
• 🔇 Game mode (low latency): activated in the Mi Home app (available for Android) reduces the audio latency to 88ms, which is important for mobile games.
• 🔊 Noise reduction adjustment (in Pro models): you can turn on the mode in the settings "ANC" (active noise cancellation) or "transparency" (transmission of external sounds).

To access the advanced settings:

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Connect the headphones to your smartphone.
3. In the app, select Profile → My Devices → Mi True Wireless Earphones.
4. Here you can update the firmware, adjust gestures and turn on the game mode.

Tips for care and extension of service life

To make Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones last longer, follow these guidelines:

• 🔋 Charge the case correctly: Use the original cable or certified analogue. Do not leave the case on charging for more than 24 hours. Avoid overheating (do not charge in direct sunlight).
• 🧼 Clean your headphones regularly: Remove your earwax with a soft brush or cotton swab (do not use sharp objects).
• 🌡️ Avoid extreme temperatures: Do not leave headphones in the car in the cold or heat. Optimal storage temperature: from +5°C +35°C.

The average battery life in headphones is 2-3 years when used actively. If you notice that the battery life has decreased to 1-2 hours (at the initial 4-5), this is a sign of battery wear.

1. Completely discharge the headphones (before switching off).
2. Put them in the case and charge them to 100% (the indicator is green).
3. Repeat the cycle 2-3 times.

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If the calibration time has not improved, it is likely that the battery will need to be replaced, and Xiaomi service centers offer this service for 1000-1500 rubles (2026).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones