Connecting headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless: instructions from A to Z

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones (or simply Mi True) remain among the most popular headphones. TWS-But even with these proven devices, users often have problems when they first connect — the headphones are not on the list of devices, only connect one by one, or permanently disconnect. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways to pair with a phone, tablet or PC, as well as solve typical errors.

It’s important to understand that the connection process can vary depending on the headphone firmware version (e.g. Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 or Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2), the device’s operating system (Android, iOS, Windows) and even the smartphone model. We’ll look at the universal methods that work for most models, as well as the nuances for specific devices.

If you've just unpacked your headphones or you've had problems after you upgrade, don't rush them to the service center. 90 percent of the time, the problem is solved by resetting or the right sequence of actions, and let's start with the basic connection.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before pairing with a phone or other device, make sure the Xiaomi Mi True headphones are ready to go.

• 🔋 Charge the case and headphones. Even if the indicator on the case is on, it does not mean that the headphones themselves are charged.
• 📦 Remove the headphones from the case. They should automatically turn on (white light flashes). If this does not happen, press and hold the touchpad on both earphones for 3-5 seconds.
• 🔄 Activate pairing mode. To do this, put both earbuds back in the case, then remove them and hold the touchpads on both earbuds simultaneously for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately.

If the lights flash only white, the headphones have already been paired with another device, in which case they need to be reset to the factory settings (more on this in the next section), also make sure that your smartphone is Bluetooth enabled and there are no active connections to other audio devices (columns, car systems, etc.).

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If the headphones don’t respond to touch, try cleaning the touch panels with a dry wipe – sometimes dust or fat interfere with proper operation.

Reset headphones Xiaomi Mi True to factory settings

If the headphones were previously connected to another device or are unstable (one earphone does not connect, the sound is interrupted), perform a full reset. This will remove all saved pairings and return the settings to the original.

Instructions for discharge:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Wait 5 seconds, then open the lid.
3. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 20-25 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white alternately (3 times in a row).
4. Release the buttons - the headphones will reset and automatically go into pairing mode.

Once reset, Xiaomi Mi True headphones will show up in the list of available devices as Mi True Wireless or Mi True Wireless Earphones (depending on the model).If the reset didn't help, try repeating the procedure, making sure that:

• 🔌 Case charged (indicator on case burns white or green).
• 🎧 The headphones are clean and have no physical damage.
• 📱 On the smartphone disabled energy-saving modes for Bluetooth.

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

Pairing with Android devices usually goes smoothly, but there are nuances for Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones where additional customization may be required in the proprietary Mi Earphones app.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your smartphone and turn it on.
2. Remove the headphones from the case and wait until they go into pairing mode (blinking white indicator).
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless and tap it.
4. Confirm pairing (if you request permission to access contacts or microphone, select Allow).

For models Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and later, it is recommended to install the official application:

Download the Mi Earphones app from Google Play| Open the app and select your headphone model | Update firmware (if available) | Set up touch control and equalizer-->

If the headphones are connected, but the sound is only in one of them, do the following:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find Mi True Wireless in the list of associated devices and tap the icon ⚙️ (setting).
3. Select Disconnect, then reconnect the headphones.
4. If the problem remains, reset the headphones (see section above) and repeat pairing.

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Connection to iPhone (iOS) and features of work

Although Xiaomi Mi True is an Android device, it works well with iPhones and other iOS devices, but there are a few limitations:

• 🎵 No codec support AAC/aptX. The headphones will use standard SBC, This can slightly degrade the sound quality.
• ⚙️ There is no proprietary app. You can't configure an equalizer or update your firmware through Mi Earphones on iOS.
• 🔋 Charge display problems: In the status bar, the iPhone may show incorrect battery levels on the headphones.

Instructions for connection:

1. Open the settings → Bluetooth on the iPhone.
2. Remove the headphones from the case and wait for the pairing mode (blinking white light).
3. In the list of Other devices, find Mi True Wireless and tap it.
4. Wait 5-10 seconds – the headphones will connect automatically.

If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is interrupted or there are delays, try:

• 🔄 Turn off and reconnect the headphones.
• 📱 Reboot the iPhone.
• 🎧 Reset your headphones (see section above).

⚠️ Note: On iOS, there may be an issue where the headphones connect as two separate devices (Mi True). Wireless_L and Mi True. Wireless_R). In this case, remove both devices from the Bluetooth list, reset the headphones and connect again.

Connect to Windows 10/11 and other devices

Xiaomi Mi True headphones can be connected not only to smartphones, but also to a PC, laptop or even Smart TV. However, on Windows, sometimes there are problems with drivers or codec. Let's take the process Step-by-step.

Instructions for Windows 10/11:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Turn on Bluetooth and press Add Device → Bluetooth.
3. Remove the headphones from the case and wait for the pairing mode.
4. Find Mi True Wireless and select it.
5. Wait until the connection is completed (it can take up to 30 seconds).

If the headphones are connected but the sound is missing or distorted:

To connect to a Smart TV (e.g. Xiaomi Mi TV or Samsung):

1. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound output → Bluetooth devices.
2. Select Add Device.
3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (see the section "Preparation").
4. Select Mi True Wireless from the list.

⚠️ Note: Some TVs may have lags of up to 200-300 ms. This is due to the peculiarities of audio processing via Bluetooth. For games or movies, it is better to use wired headphones or a sound panel.

Common mistakes and their solutions

Even after a successful connection, users often face typical problems, and we've collected the most common ones and ways to fix them.

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

Possible causes and solutions:

• 🔇 The sound is directed to another device. On Android, check in Quick Settings which device is selected to play. On iOS, swipe up (or down on iPhone X and later) and hold the control panel - select Mi True Wireless as the output device.
• 🎛️ Incorrect audio settings. On Windows, open the Control Panel. → Sound and make sure Mi True Wireless is selected as the default device.
• 🔋 Headphones are discharged. Check the indicator on the case — if it's red, charge the device.

Problem 2: One earphone is not working

This is one of the most common problems.

• 🔄 The headphones are not synchronized with each other. Put both earphones in the case, then remove them and wait for them to mate with each other (indicators should flash synchronously).
• 🧲 Bluetooth connection crashes. On your smartphone, remove your headphones from the list of devices, reset them (see section above) and reconnect them.
• 🛠️ Hardware malfunction. If you have a problem after reset, try connecting your headphones to another device. If the broken earphone is not detected anywhere, it's a malfunction.

Issue 3: Permanent connection breaks

If the headphones are periodically turned off:

• 📶 Weak Bluetooth signal, make sure there are no obstacles between the headphones and the device (walls, metal objects) and maximum distance of 10 meters in line of sight.
• 🔄 Conflict with other devices. Disable other Bluetooth devices (fitness bracelets, speakers, keyboards).
• 📱 Energy saving mode. On Android, turn off battery optimization for Bluetooth in Settings → Annexes → Bluetooth.

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If the headphones start to glittle after updating the firmware of the smartphone, try to roll back the update or wait for a patch from Xiaomi. Often Bluetooth problems are solved in the next versions of the software.

Update of firmware and additional settings

For Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 and later, firmware updates are available that improve connection stability, sound quality and battery life. You can update the headphones through the official Mi Earphones app (Android only).

Instructions for updating:

1. Install the Mi Earphones app from Google Play.
2. Connect the headphones to your smartphone.
3. Open the app and select your headphone model.
4. If an update is available, a notification will appear. Click Update and wait until the process is complete (don't turn off the headphones!).

What the firmware update does:

• 🎵 Improved sound quality (codec support) AAC and aptX for some models).
• 🔋 Optimizing energy consumption (increasing operating time).
• 🎧 Correcting bugs with connection and synchronization of headphones.

The Mi Earphones app can also include:

• 🎛️ Set up touch control (e.g., double touch for playback/pause).
• 🎚️ Choose a preset equalizer (bass, vocals, classics, etc.).
• 🔍 View the charge level of the case and each headphone separately.

⚠️ Warning: Don't interrupt the firmware update process! If the headphones turn off during the upgrade, they may stop turning on. In this case, only a reset via the service menu will help (see spoiler below).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Mi True Wireless