How to connect Xiaomi Earbuds Basic: instructions for Android and iPhone

Introduction: What to Know Before Connecting

Xiaomi Earbuds Basic headphones are a budget solution with decent sound and convenient ergonomics, but their first connection can raise questions for beginners. Unlike flagship models like Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, there is no automatic pairing or Bluetooth 5.3 support – you have to do everything manually. The main rule is that the headphones must be fully charged (the indicator on the case burns white), otherwise they may not be determined by the device.

Another nuance is the Bluetooth version of your smartphone. Earbuds Basic is Bluetooth 5.0, so older phones (like the Redmi 5A or iPhone 6) may have problems with connectivity. If your gadget is released after 2018, it shouldn't be difficult. Now let's move on to step-by-step instructions, which will work for Android, iOS and even Windows/Mac.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before pairing, make sure that the Xiaomi Earbuds Basic headphones are ready to work. Take them out of the case - they should automatically turn on (the indicator on each earphone flashes).

• 🔋 Check the case charge: connect it to charging for 10-15 minutes if the indicator does not burn.
• 🔄 Press and hold the button on the case (near the connector) USB-C) In 5 seconds, it will reset the headphones.
• 🎧 Take both headphones out of the case and wait for the double blink of white light - this is a signal of readiness to pair.

If the indicators are on red, it means low charge (less than 10%).In this case, connect the case to the network for 30-40 minutes. Headphones Xiaomi Earbuds Basic do not support connection one by one - only pairs, so both should be active.

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If the headphones don't respond to the reset button, try clearing the contacts in the case with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.

Step-by-step instructions for Android

On Android smartphones (including Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme), the connection process is the same. Open Settings → Bluetooth and follow the algorithm:

1. Activate Bluetooth (the slider at the top of the screen).
2. Get the headphones out of the case - in the list of available devices will appear item Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic (or similar).
3. Click on the headphone name and confirm the pairing.

If the device is not located:

• 📱 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on the module).
• 🔄 Return the headphones to the case, then pull it out again - it will restart the search mode.
• 🚫 Make sure the headphones are not connected to another device (e.g. a laptop).

Headphones charged (white indicator)

Bluetooth on your phone is on

Headphones in pairing mode (blinking)

Distance between devices ≤ 1 metre-->

Once successfully connected, the Connected status will appear in the list of Bluetooth devices, and the headphones will automatically connect to the phone when removed from the case (if Bluetooth is on).

Connection to iPhone or iPad

On iOS, the algorithm is almost the same, but there are a couple of nuances. Open Settings → Bluetooth and:

1. Make sure that Bluetooth is active (the icon is blue).
2. Get your headphones out of the case – Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic will appear in the list of Other devices.
3. Tap the name and wait for the sign to connect.

Note: iPhone may notify you of unsupported features (e.g, AAC-It's okay -- the headphones will work, but without advanced audio effects, and there's no way to update the headphone firmware on iOS through the official Mi Home app.

To check the quality of the connection, start the music and move away from the phone at 5-7 meters. If the sound begins to interrupt, come back closer - the stable radius of Earbuds Basic is about 10 meters without obstacles.

Solving common problems

Even after a successful connection, failures can occur, and here are the most common scenarios and ways to fix them:

If the headphones are connected, but the sound is only in one of them, reset to the factory settings:

1. Put both earphones in the case.
2. Press and hold the button on the case for 20 seconds (the indicator flashes red, then white).
3. Take out the headphones and reconnect.

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Resetting the headphones erases all the mated devices, and after the procedure, you have to reconnect them to each gadget.

Additional settings and chips

While Xiaomi Earbuds Basic is a budget model, there are a few hidden features in them:

• 🎶 Change of control: Double touch turns playback on/off by default. To change the action (for example, to call voice assistant), use the Mi Home app (Android only).
• 🔊 Low Delay Mode: Activated in Bluetooth settings on your phone (Sound Priority or Game Mode option.
• 📱 Multi-connection: Headphones can be connected to two devices at the same time (e.g., a phone) + laptop, but you have to switch manually.

To check the charge level of the case and headphones, use:

• On Android: Mi Bluetooth widget (installed separately).
• On iOS: In the Bluetooth status bar will appear charge indicator (only on iOS 16+).

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To extend the life of the battery, store the headphones in a case with a charge of 40-60%. Full discharge or constant 100% charging reduces the battery life.

How to connect to a PC or laptop

On Windows 10/11 or MacOS, the pairing algorithm is similar to mobile devices, but there are a couple of features:

For Windows:

1. Open the settings → Devices → Bluetooth.
2. Click Add Bluetooth or another device → Bluetooth.
3. Select Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic from the list.

For macOS:

1. Go to System Settings. → Bluetooth.
2. Click Connect next to the headphone name.

⚠️ On some Bluetooth 4.0 laptops (e.g. older Lenovo models or other laptops) HP) There may be no support A2DP — Solution: Use an external Bluetooth adapter (from 300) ₽).

Once connected to a PC, the headphones will automatically switch between devices depending on which one was the last to play sound. To manually select a source, turn off Bluetooth on the unwanted gadget.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Earbuds Basic