Why Mi True Wireless headphones don’t connect to Xiaomi: the main reasons
Mi True Wireless Earphones (including Basic 2, 2S, LITE and Pro) are designed specifically for the Xiaomi ecosystem, but sometimes users encounter difficulties when pairing first.
✅ Non-activated pairing mode – headphones are not transferred to the device search mode. ✅ Outdated firmware on the phone or the headphones themselves. ✅ Conflict with other Bluetooth devices previously connected. ✅ Hardware malfunctions (discharged battery, damaged connector of the charging case).
In this article, we will discuss the unique connection algorithm for Xiaomi phones on MIUI 12-14, which differs from the standard procedure for Android, and learn how to update the firmware of headphones and what to do if the phone does not “see” the device.
Preparation for connection: what to do before pairing
Before you start connecting, follow the mandatory steps:
- 🔋 Charge your headphones and case to at least 30%.Discharged devices may not appear in the list of available devices.
- 📱 Update. MIUI The last version, on the old firmware (below). MIUI (11) conjugation errors are possible.
- 🔄 Disable other Bluetooth devices (fitness bracelets, speakers, car systems) to avoid conflicts.
- 🛠️ Reset your headphone settings if they have previously connected to another phone (instructions in the next section).
Pay special attention to the charging case: if the indicator on it does not burn when the lid is opened, the headphones are discharged, in this case, connect the case to charging for 10-15 minutes, then try again.
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If the headphones have previously connected to your iPhone, reset them via the Bluetooth menu on your iPhone (“Forget this device”), or Xiaomi may not detect them.
How to connect Mi True Wireless to Xiaomi
Follow this algorithm for successful pairing:
- Activate the pairing mode on the headphones: 🎧 Take both headphones out of the case - they will automatically turn on. 🔘 Press the touchpads on both headphones for 5-7 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your Xiaomi phone: 📲 Go to Settings. → Bluetooth. 🔍 Activate device search (slider at the top of the screen).
Select headphones in the list
- 📋 In the list, find a device called Mi True Wireless Earphones].
- 🔗 Then click on it and confirm the link.
If the headphones don’t show up, try rebooting the phone’s Bluetooth module: turn off and turn on Bluetooth again in the settings.
☑️ Checking a successful connection
The solution to the problems: the phone does not see the Mi True Wireless headphones
If the devices do not mate, use this table for diagnosis:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Headphones don’t appear in the Bluetooth list | The pairing mode is not activated | Press the touch panels for 10 seconds before flashing the indicators |
| The connection is interrupted after a few seconds. | Conflict with another device in headphone memory | Reset the headphone settings (see section below) |
| The sound is played in only one headphone. | Unsynchronized firmware | Update the firmware through the Mi Home app |
| Phone says "connection error" | An outdated version of MIUI | Upgrade your phone to MIUI 12 or later |
For the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S and Pro models, manual firmware updates are available via PC. Instructions can be found on Xiaomi's official website in the support section.
How to reset Mi True Wireless headphones to factory settings?
Customization of sound and control after connection
After successful pairing, it is recommended to configure:
- 🎵 Equator: Go to Settings → Sound. → Equalizer and select profile (e.g. Bass or Voice").
- 🔊 Volume level: in MIUI There is a separate regulator for Bluetooth devices.
- ⏯️ Control gestures: Double touch: playback/pause. Triple touch: next track. Hold: voice assistant call.
- 🔋 Charge Display: The status bar will show the battery level of the case and each headphone.
For Pro models, active noise cancellation (ANC) is available, which can be activated via the Mi Home app or in Bluetooth settings (the gear icon next to the headphone name).
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Mi True Wireless headphones support the AAC codec for high audio quality on Xiaomi, but you need to turn off HD Audio in Bluetooth settings if there are latency issues.
Update the firmware headphones through Mi Home
Regular firmware updates fix connection errors and improve sound.To update Mi True Wireless:
- Install the Mi Home app from Google Play.
- Sign up or sign in to your Mi Account.
- Place the headphones in the case and connect the case to the charging.
- Open Mi Home, press + → Bluetooth device and select your headphones.
- If an update is available, a notification will appear – follow the instructions on the screen.
⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the upgrade process. If the headphones turn off during firmware, you may need to reset to factory settings.
⚠️ Note: After updating the firmware, the headphones can automatically turn off. In this case, repeat the connection procedure (section 3).
Compatibility with other devices: can I connect to iPhone or PC
Mi True Wireless headphones don’t just work with Xiaomi phones, but here are the features of connecting to other devices:
- 📱 iPhone/iPad: The pairing is done in a standard way through the settings. → Bluetooth functions. ANC and the control gestures are working, but the battery level may not be displayed.
- 💻 Windows/macOS: Bluetooth version adapter required 4.2 Or newer. 10/11 You may need to install a Qualcomm Atheros driver for stable operation.
- 🎮 Game consoles: PS4/PS5 Xbox does not support headphones directly, you need an additional Bluetooth transmitter. Nintendo Switch is only compatible in Desktop Dock mode with a connected adapter.
To connect to multiple devices at the same time (for example, a phone + laptop) will need to manually disconnect the headphones from one gadget and connect to another. Multipoint function (simultaneous connection to 2 devices) in these models is not implemented.