How to connect headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless to your phone, laptop or tablet: full instruction

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless headphones (including Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, Mi AirDots Pro, and more) have become a popular choice thanks to a combination of high-quality sound, compactness, and affordable price. However, even with these simple devices, users face difficulties when first connecting or after resetting. This article will help you understand how to properly sync headphones with different devices from Android and iOS to laptops and TVs.

We're not just going to list the steps from the manual, but we're going to explain why errors occur (e.g. when one earbud doesn't connect or the sound is interrupted), how to avoid them, and what to do if standard methods don't work. You're also going to learn about hidden features like low latency for games or mono mode for using a single earbud. Information is relevant for all 2026 firmware versions.

1. Preparation of headphones for connection: charging and resetting

Before you use it for the first time or after a long period of downtime, you need to check whether it's ready to work, and let's start with the most important thing, the charge level, and if the indicator on the case doesn't burn or flashes red, the headphones may not turn on or off when you're connected.

To avoid problems:

• 🔋 Charge the case to 100% with the original cable USB-C (For newer models, or Micro-USB (older versions), it takes about 1.5-2 hours to charge fully.
• 🔄 If the headphones previously connected to another device, reset: press the button on the case for 10-15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white (this means that the list of conjugated devices is cleared).
• 🎧 Take both earbuds out of the case, they have to automatically turn on and emit an audible signal. If one of them does not respond, place it back in the case for 5 seconds, then try again.

Note that if the indicator on the case flashes orange, it means that the headphones are discharged and need to be charged, in which case, connection to the phone will not be possible, even if the case shows a sufficient level of charge.

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If the headphones don't respond to the push of the reset button, try connecting the case to charge for 30 seconds, then repeat the procedure. This often helps with the "hang" of the firmware.

2. Connect to Android smartphone (including Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO)

Pairing with Android devices is the easiest way, especially if you have a Xiaomi smartphone.The system automatically recognizes the headphones and offers additional settings through the Mi Earphones app (available on Google Play).

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your phone and turn on the module.
2. Take both headphones out of the case - they should automatically go into pairing mode (the indicator on the case flashes white).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless (or the name of your model) and click on it.
4. Confirm pairing. If you request access to contacts or microphone, allow (this is necessary for the voice assistant to work).

After connecting, you should install the official Mi Earphones app (link: Google Play).

• 🎛️ Set up an equalizer (preset profiles: Bass, Clear Sound, Voice").
• 🔊 Enable low latency (useful for games and videos).
• 📱 Check the charge level of each headphone separately.

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On smartphones. Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO s MIUI 12 and newer feature Quick connection: when the headphones are in pairing mode, just open the notification curtain and click on the notification New Bluetooth devices.

3. Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features of the work

While Mi True Wireless is optimized for Android, it works well with the iPhone, but there are nuances: for example, on iOS, there is no official equalizer app available, and sound can be played with a slight delay in games.

Instructions for iPhone/iPad:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Get your headphones out of the case and wait until they appear in the list of Other devices (the name will be Mi True Wireless or similar).
3. Click on the headphone name and wait for the connection.

Important points:

• 🔊 To view the charge level of headphones on iOS, use the Batteries widget (add it to the notification center).
• 🎮 For games, it is recommended to enable low latency mode in the headphone settings (if supported by your model.
• 📞 When talking on the phone, there may be an echo - this is a feature of Bluetooth on iOS with unoriginal accessories.

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If the headphones turn off while listening to music, check your Bluetooth settings on your iPhone: go to Settings → Bluetooth → i (near the headphone name) → Turn off automatic switching. This will prevent accidental connection breaks.

4. Connection to a laptop or PC (Windows, macOS, Linux)

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

For Windows 10/11:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your laptop (via Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth or the Fn + F2/F3 key, depending on the model).
2. Take the headphones out of the case and press the button on the case for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white.
3. In the list of devices, select Mi True Wireless and click Connect.

For macOS:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Headphones should appear in the list automatically. Press Connect.
3. If the sound only goes to one headphone, open the Sound Settings and select Mi True Wireless as the output device.

For Linux (Ubuntu/Debian):

1. Install Bluetooth support packages: sudo apt install bluez pulseaudio-module-bluetooth
2. Re-launch the service: sudo systemctl restart bluetooth
3. Use blueman (graphics manager) or bluetoothctl in the terminal to connect.

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On Windows, for stable headphones, it is recommended to turn off energy saving for a Bluetooth adapter in Device Manager (adapter properties → power management).

5. Solving common problems

Even after a successful connection, users face typical problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Headphones are connected, but there is no sound

• 🔇 Check the volume level on the headphones (touch the touch panel to increase).
• 📱 Make sure the headphones are selected as the output device in the phone/PC sound settings.
• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth on your device (turn off/on the module).

Problem 2: One earphone is not working

• 🎧 Place both earbuds in a case, close it for 10 seconds, then pull out - they should sync automatically.
• 🔄 Reset (see Section 1) and reconnect.
• 🛠️ If the problem persists, check if the charging connector on the idle headphone is contaminated (clean with a soft brush).

Issue 3: Permanent connection breaks

• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the headphones and the device (walls, metal objects).
• 🔋 Charge headphones to 100% – at low charge, the connection can be unstable.
• 📱 On Android, disable Adaptive Bluetooth in the developer settings (if enabled).

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If the headphones start to “glutch” after updating the phone’s firmware, try “forgetting the device” in the Bluetooth settings and plugging them back in.

⚠️ Note: If one of the headphones stopped working after falling or getting moisture, do not try to disassemble it yourself - this will lead to a loss of warranty).

6. Additional functions and hidden capabilities

Mi True Wireless supports several useful features that many users are unaware of.

Low Delay Mode (Game Mode)

• 🎮 Activated by double touch touch touch of the touch panel on any headphone (in some models – triple).
• 🕒 Reduces sound latency to 80-100 ms, which is critical for gaming or watching videos.
• ⚠️ In this mode, the battery life is slightly reduced.

Mono mode (use of one headphone)

• 🎧 Remove only one headphone from the case - it will automatically go into mono-mode.
• 🔄 To return to stereo, place the earpiece back in the case for 5 seconds, then pull both out.
• 📞 Convenient for telephone conversations (the microphone works in both headphones).

Voice assistant

• 🗣️ Press the touchpad for 2 seconds to activate Google Assistant (on Android) or Siri (on iOS).
• 🎙️ For better voice recognition, keep the microphone (the outer part of the earphone) closer to your mouth.

Customization of gestures (available in the Mi Earphones app):

• 👆 One touch: playback/pause.
• 👆👆 Double touch: the next track.
• 👆👆👆 Triple touch: previous track or voice assistant activation (configurable).

Model Comparison: What Functions Are Supported

Not all Mi True Wireless models are the same. For example, Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 does not support ANC (active noise cancellation), while Mi AirDots Pro 2 has this feature. In the table below, the key differences between popular models are.

If you plan to use headphones for calls, look for models that support cVc 8.0 (for example, Mi AirDots Pro 2) - they are better at suppressing noise during conversation. Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 is suitable for sports due to its light weight and stable mounting.

Care and extension of service life

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

Cleaning and storage:

• 🧼 Clean your headphones and case with a soft napkin dipped in alcohol (at least 70%).
• 🚫 Do not use sharp objects to clean the speaker grille.
• 🌡️ Keep your headphones in a dry place at a temperature of 0-35°C.

Charging:

• 🔌 Use the original cable or certified accessories.
• 🔋 Do not leave your headphones on charge for more than 24 hours – this reduces the battery life.
• 🔄 Once a month, discharge your headphones to 0% and charge to 100% to calibrate your battery.

Exploitation:

• 🏃‍♂️ Avoid falls – even from a height of 1 meter it can damage the speaker.
• 💦 Do not use headphones in the rain or in the pool (most models do not have protection). IPX7).
• 🎵 Do not turn on the maximum volume for a long time – this distorts the sound and reduces the life of the speakers.

⚠️ Attention: If the headphones stopped holding the charge (they work less than 1 hour), do not rush to throw them away. In 80% of cases, the problem is solved by replacing the battery in the service center.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions