How to reset the settings on Xiaomi headphones: all the ways for different models

Why you may need to reset your headphones Xiaomi

Xiaomi wireless headphones are some of the most popular gadgets on the market due to the price-performance ratio. However, even the most reliable technology sometimes fails: the device stops connecting to the phone, the sound disappears in one of the headphones, or the gadget begins to turn off arbitrarily, in 80% of these cases, resetting to factory settings helps - a procedure that returns the headphones to the original parameters, removing all stored data about connections and settings.

Resetting may be required in other situations:

• 🔄 Xiaomi AirDots or Redmi Buds headphones are not defined by the phone after a firmware update.
• 🎧 The sound became intermittent or there were interferences that were not eliminated by the reboot.
• 🔋 The battery is quickly discharged, although previously worked normally.
• 📱 Headphones automatically connect to other people’s devices (for example, after selling or transferring to another person).

It's important to understand that resetting is not a panacea, and if the problem is physical failure (such as a damaged speaker or charging case contacts), software manipulation won't help, but in most cases, especially when it comes to software glitch, resetting is the first and most effective step.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you start resetting, follow a few simple steps to avoid additional problems:

1. Check the battery. Make sure the headphones and case are at least 30 percent charged. If the device runs out during the reset, it can cause the firmware to malfunction.
2. Turn off the headphones from all devices. Go to your Bluetooth settings on your phone, find your Xiaomi, and select Forget the Device (or Disable) to prevent automatic connection during reset.
3. Study the headphone model. Reset methods may vary depending on the version. For example, Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 and Redmi Buds 3 Pro use different button combinations.

If you are not sure about the model, check it on the box or in the Mi Home/Xiaomi Wear app (if the headphones have previously connected to the phone), and you can also find the markings on the inside of the case or the headphones themselves - usually the exact name is indicated there.

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If the headphones don't respond to the buttons, try putting them in the case for 10 to 15 seconds and then pulling them out, sometimes helping to wake the gadget up before resetting.

Ways to reset settings for different Xiaomi models

The manufacturer does not use a universal reset scheme for all headphones, so the method depends on the specific model. Below we have collected the latest instructions for the most popular Xiaomi and Redmi lines.

1. Xiaomi AirDots (all versions including Pro, SE, Youth)

For most AirDots models, a standard combination is used:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case (usually side or back) for 10-15 seconds.
3. The indicator on the case will flash red and white (or only white depending on the model) - this is a signal of a successful reset.

If the button on the case is missing (as in AirDots 3 Pro), use the touch panels on the headphones themselves:

• 🎧 Get the headphones out of the case.
• 🔘 Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 10 seconds at the same time.
• 🔴 The indicators should flash red and then go out – this means that the reset was successful.

2. Redmi Buds (all versions including Buds 3, Buds 3 Pro, Buds 4)

For the Redmi Buds lineup, the algorithm is slightly different:

1. Place the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and press the button on the case three times quickly (the interval between presses is no more than 1 second).
3. After the third press, hold the button for 5-7 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.

For the Redmi Buds 4 Pro and new models with touch control:

• 🎧 Get the headphones out of the case.
• 🔘 Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones for 15 seconds.
• 🔄 Wait until the indicators start flashing alternately red and white – this is a sign of a successful reset.

3. Xiaomi FlipBuds and other noise-producing models

For active noise-canceling (ANC) headphones, such as the FlipBuds Pro or Buds 4 ANC, the reset procedure may include additional steps:

1. Put the headphones in the case.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 20 seconds (longer than standard models).
3. Wait until the indicator flashes green and red – this is a reset signal. ANC-settings.

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What to do if the reset does not work

Sometimes Xiaomi headphones don’t respond to standard combinations, and this can happen for several reasons:

• 🔋 Battery discharged (even if the indicator shows charge, sometimes the voltage is not enough to reset).
• 🛠️ Mechanical breakage of a button or sensor.
• 📱 Outdated firmware that blocks reset.
• 🔄 Previous reset attempt was interrupted (e.g. headphones removed from case too early).

If the standard method doesn’t work, try alternative methods:

1. Hard reset via the app: Install the official Xiaomi Wear or Mi Home app. Connect your headphones to your phone (if possible). Go to your device settings and find Reset or Factory Reset.

Reset via a combination of buttons on headphones

1. Get the headphones out of the case.


2.Push and hold the touch panels on both headphones.




3. After 5 seconds, the indicators will light up red - keep holding.




4. In another 10 seconds, the lights will go out and blink again -- release the buttons.

Firmware update

If the reset doesn’t help because of a software glitch, try updating the firmware through the Xiaomi Wear app. Sometimes this automatically fixes errors that interfere with the reset.

How to check that the reset has been successful

After the reset is done, it is important to make sure that the procedure is completed correctly.

If the headphones are still not working properly after reset, maybe there's a deeper problem.

• 🔄 Try to reset again, strictly following the instructions.
• 📱 Check the compatibility of the headphones with your smartphone (sometimes problems arise due to an outdated version of Bluetooth).
• 🔧 Contact the Xiaomi Service Center if the warranty is still valid.

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If the headphones stopped turning on after the reset, don't panic - sometimes they need 5-10 minutes to "reset." Put them in the case and wait.

Frequent Resetting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes that make the reset fail the first time, and the most common ones are:

⚠️ Attention! Never interrupt the reset process, even if the headphones seem to be “hanging” and this can damage the firmware, and then you will need to flash it over the PC.

Error 1: Insufficient button retention time

Many people release the button too early as the light starts flashing, and you actually need to hold it until you change color or blink mode (usually it takes 10-20 seconds).

Mistake 2: Resetting just one headphone

If you only reset one headphone (for example, because the other one is discharged), the synchronization between the two may be disrupted. Always drop both headphones at the same time, even if the problem is only one.

Error 3: Using a non-original charging cable

Cheap cables sometimes don't provide stable power, which can cause the case to react incorrectly to the press of a button. Use the original cable or a certified analogue to reset.

Mistake 4: Trying to reset your headphones through your phone

Some users are looking for a reset option in the smartphone’s Bluetooth settings, but it’s not there.Reset is only done through physical buttons on headphones or a case (with rare exceptions when provided by firmware).

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If after reset, the headphones connect, but the sound is distorted, try resetting the equalizer settings to standard in the Xiaomi Wear application.

Recovery after resetting: setting up headphones from scratch

After a successful reset, Xiaomi headphones return to factory settings, which means that all user settings (such as noise reduction settings, control gestures or binding to a Mi Account) will be deleted.

1. Connect your headphones to your phone again: 📱 Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone. 🔘 Press and hold the button on the case (or touchpad on headphones) for 3 seconds to activate pairing mode. 🔍 From the list of available devices, select your headphones (the name usually starts with "Mi" or "Redmi»).

Update the firmware

Open the Xiaomi Wear app and check for updates. Installing the latest firmware version will help avoid repeated crashes.

Set up gestures and sound parameters

In the same application, you can configure:

• 🎵 Equalizer (select a pre-profile or create your own).
• 🙉 Noise reduction level (ANC) transparency.
• 👆 Control gestures (e.g., double touch for playback/pause).
• Link to your Mi Account (optional): This will allow you to quickly find headphones if they are lost, as well as synchronize settings between devices.

If you notice that some features (such as noise cancellation) are performing worse than before, that's OK. You may have used custom settings that improve sound before. Try experimenting with the settings in the app to get back to normal.

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