Xiaomi AirDots wireless headphones have become one of the most popular accessories due to the combination of price, sound quality and autonomy. However, many users face the problem: how to find the current level of charge of headphones and case? Unlike wired models, where the battery display is displayed directly on the smartphone screen, the TWS-headphones are not so obvious.
In this article, we will discuss all the available charging methods for different AirDots models (including Pro 2/3, SE, Lite and Youth Edition), and why sometimes the indication works poorly. You will learn how to use standard Android and iOS tools, special applications from Xiaomi, and even how to decipher the flashing of LEDs on the case.
1. Check the charge through the notification on the smartphone (Android/iOS)
The quickest way is to look at the charge level right in your phone's notification bar, which works on most modern smartphones, but there are nuances for different operating systems.
On Android (versions 8.0 and higher), the display appears automatically when you connect your headphones. On iPhone (iOS 14+), the charge level is displayed in the battery widget or when you open the case cover.
- 📱 Android: Open the notification panel → Find the AirDots icon → Next will be the percentage of charge of each headphone and case.
- 🍎 iOS: Add the Battery widget to the home screen or swipe to the left of the lock screen.
- ⚠️ Problem: Some phones (e.g. Redmi Note 8 Pro) may not display the display – you will need additional software.
⚠️ Note: If the charge notification does not appear, check if the Bluetooth settings have enabled the "Show notifications about connected devices" function. MIUI This is done in the settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Additionally.
On some AirDots models (e.g. Pro 2), the notification only shows the charge of the case, not individual headphones, in which case the following method will help.
2.Use of the proprietary application Mi Home or Mi AI
The official Mi Home app (or Mi AI for new models) not only allows you to control the headphones, but also track their exact charge level, a method that is suitable for all AirDots models except the very first releases.
Instructions for setting:
- Download Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
- Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
- Open the app → go to Devices → Add the device → Headphones.
- Select your AirDots model from the list and follow the instructions.
Once connected, a headphone card will appear on the app's home screen, showing the charge of each earphone and case separately, and you can update the firmware if a new version is available.
Download the latest version of the application|Turn on Bluetooth on your phone|Open the case cover (earphones should be inside)|Confirm the pairing in Mi Home-->
⚠️ Note: Mi Home sometimes displays an incorrect percentage of charge (for example, 100% at real 80%).This is due to synchronization errors. To reset data, remove the headphones from the application and connect again.
For AirDots 3 Pro and newer models, it’s better to use the Mi AI app – it supports advanced features such as ANC (Active Noise Reduction) tuning and equalizer.
3. Charge indication through LEDs on the case
If you don't have a smartphone, you can tell the charge level by flashing the LED on the case, which works for all AirDots models, but requires knowledge of the "language" of the indicators.
Here is the signal transcript for most versions:
| Color and behavior of LEDs | Meaning | Models. |
|---|---|---|
| White flashes 1 time | Case charge 100-70% | AirDots (1st generation), SE |
| White flashes 2 times | Case charge 60-30% | AirDots Pro 2, Youth Edition |
| Red flashes 1 time | Case charge < 30% (recharge required) | All models. |
| Red burns all the time. | Case Charge Critically Low (<10%) or Error | AirDots 3, Pro 3 |
| Alternately white and red | Headphones charge in the case | All models. |
To check the charge of individual headphones, remove them from the case:
- White lights charge >50%.
Red light: charge <30%.
- Blinking red - the charge is almost dried up (urgent charging is needed).
Why is the indicator flashing blue?
AirDots 3 Pro models have a blue indicator that signals ANC or clear sound on, and don't confuse it with charge indication!
4. Check the charge through the voice assistant (Google/Alexa/Siri)
Few people know, but the charge level of Xiaomi AirDots can be found using voice assistants. This method works on Android with Google Assistant and iOS with Siri, but requires pre-tuning.
Instructions for Google Assistant:
- Activate the assistant with your voice (OK, Google) or hold the Home button.
- Say, “What’s my headphone charge?” or “Show me the battery level of the AirDots.”
- If the assistant does not recognize the device, check if the headphones are connected via Bluetooth and if the option “Show Battery Notifications” is enabled in the settings.
The algorithm is similar for Siri (iPhone), but it only works on iOS 15+.
Activate Siri and ask, “What’s the charge on my Xiaomi headphones?”
If no response appears, open Settings → Bluetooth, search for AirDots and turn on the option “Battery Notifications”.
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If the voice assistant doesn’t see the charge of the headphones, try reconnecting them: forget the device in the Bluetooth settings, then pair it again.
This method is convenient when you are driving or doing chores, but it does not work on all AirDots models – for example, AirDots Lite may require additional software.
5. Special applications for charge monitoring
If standard methods don't work, the app side will come to the rescue, not only showing the exact percentage of charge, but also providing additional statistics (work time, battery temperature, etc.).
Top.-3 Android:
- 📊 Battery Widget Reborn - displays headphone charge as a widget on the home screen. Supports AirDots Pro 2/3.
- 🔋 TWS Checker – Specialized software for TWS-headphones, shows the charge of each headphone and case separately.
- 🛠️ MaterialPods is open source, works with most Xiaomi and Redmi models.
For iOS, the choice is more modest due to the limitations of the system, but you can try:
Battery Life (shows the charge of connected devices).
AirBattery (specializes in AirPods, but partially supports AirDots).
⚠️ Attention: Some applications (e.g, TWS Checker) require permission to access notifications, without which they will not be able to read the charge data. → Annexes → Special access → Access to notifications.
Important: Applications like MaterialPods can conflict with Mi Home's proprietary software. If the microphone in the headphones stops working after installation, uninstall the third-party app and restart the phone.
6. Alternative methods (for advanced users)
If none of these methods work, there are some non-standard solutions that take longer, but sometimes are the only way out.
Method 1: Checking with ADB (Android Debug Bridge)
For Android power users, there is the option to get charge data via ADB. This works if the headphones are connected over Bluetooth, but the phone doesn't display notification.
adb shell dumpsys bluetooth_manager
Look for the line with "battery_level" for the AirDots deviceMethod 2: Using an engineering menu
In some models Xiaomi/Redmi Smartphones can enable hidden debugging Bluetooth:
- Enter the dialer code ##4636##.
- Go to the Battery Information menu.
- Find the Bluetooth partition of the device – charge can be displayed here.
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Engineering menu and ADB-Teams are methods for power users. Wrong actions can cause a phone's Bluetooth module to malfunction.
Method 3: Charger with display
If the headphones are discharged "to zero", and the case also does not show signs of life, use Power Bank with the help of the headphones. USB-display (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Power Bank 3) When you connect the case, the screen will show the charging current:
0.1–0.3A – the case is almost discharged.
0.5-1A is the normal charge level.
0A – The case is fully charged or faulty.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after a successful connection, users encounter charge indication errors, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:
- 🔄 Charge is not displayed correctly (100% at real 20%): Reason: sync failure between headphones and phone. Solution: remove the headphones from the list of Bluetooth devices, then reconnect. If it does not help, reset the headphone settings (press the button on the case for 15 seconds).
- ❌ Charge indicator does not appear at all: Reason: Battery notifications in Bluetooth settings are disabled or outdated headphone firmware. Solution: Update the software via Mi Home or check settings in Settings → Annexes → Bluetooth → Notifications.
- 🔋 Case doesn't charge headphones: Reason: contact oxidation or case battery failure Solution: wipe contacts in case and on headphones with alcohol. If it doesn't, contact the service center.
For models AirDots 3 Pro there is a specific problem: after updating the firmware may disappear charge indication in Mi Home. In this case, the rollback to the previous version of the software (instructions are on the 4PDA forums).