How to connect Xiaomi headphones over Bluetooth: instructions and solutions to problems

Xiaomi’s wireless headphones are a handy accessory for listening to music, calls and podcasts without unnecessary wires. However, many users have difficulty connecting or re-syncing after a reset. In this article, we will discuss all the ways to connect Xiaomi headphones (including the models of Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless, Buds 4 and others) to smartphones on Android and iOS, and solve typical problems.

Xiaomi’s headphones feature Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which saves battery power but sometimes requires additional steps to maintain a stable connection. If your headphones aren’t detected by your phone or are permanently turned off, the reasons may lie in your phone’s settings, headphone firmware, or even physical interference. Next, step-by-step instructions with all the nuances in mind.

Before you start, make sure the headphones are charged (the indicator should flash white or red when low charge), and the phone has Bluetooth and geolocation enabled (necessary for some models).If you plug in the headphones for the first time, they should automatically go into pairing mode after being removed from the case.

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1. Standard connection of Xiaomi headphones to a smartphone

Most Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Buds 3 Pro or Xiaomi Buds 4) support automatic pairing when first turned on.

1. Remove both headphones from the charging case - they should turn on automatically (the indicator will light up).

2.On the phone, open Settings → Bluetooth and make sure the slider is active.

3.In the list of available devices, find the name of your headphones (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) and tap it.

4. Confirm the pairing if a request arises.

If the headphones are not displayed in the list, try forcibly activating the pairing mode:

• 🔄 Reset headphones: Put them back in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then pull out and hold the button on the case (if any) for 5-10 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
• 📱 Phone reboot: Sometimes a simple smartphone reboot helps, especially if you’ve had problems connecting other Bluetooth devices before.
• 🔋 Charge check: if the indicator on the case does not burn, connect it to charging for 15-20 minutes.

Some Xiaomi smartphones (such as the Redmi Note 10 or POCO X3) may have a notification for additional features (such as spatial sound or gesture settings). To activate them, open Settings → Connected Devices → Name of your headphones after you connect.

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If the headphones connect to only one device (for example, only to the phone, but not to the laptop), check if the “Priority Device” mode is activated in the Bluetooth settings on the main gadget.

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2. iPhone connection (iOS) - features and nuances

Xiaomi earphones officially support iPhone connectivity, but some features (like double tap track switching or voice assistant) may not work properly. Here's how to sync them correctly with Apple devices:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth on your iPhone and turn it on.

2. Take the headphones out of the case and wait until they start blinking (usually this takes 3-5 seconds).

3. In the list of devices, find the name of the headphones (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2) and tap it.

4. If a request for code confirmation appears, enter 0000 or 1234 (standard) PIN-codes for most Xiaomi devices).

Important restrictions when using iPhone:

• 🚫 No support. AAC-Codec: sound can be transmitted through SBC, This reduces quality at high frequencies.
• ⚙️ There is no proprietary application: on Android for some models available app Mi Earphones, but on iOS it is not.
• 🔊 Mik problems: Echoes or noise may occur during calls - try using only one headphone.

⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi headphones were previously connected to an Android device, reset your settings before syncing with your iPhone (see Section 5.

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3.Why Xiaomi headphones don't plug in - diagnosing problems

If the headphones are not detected by the phone or are intermittently connected, the reasons may be as follows:

If the problem persists, check the headphone firmware version.

1. Connect the headphones to the Xiaomi phone on Android.
2. Open the Mi Earphones app (if available for your model).
3. Go to the About Device section - the current version of the software will be indicated there.

Critical information: Headphones Xiaomi Redmi AirDots 3 and later require stable operation of the enabled mode of the developer on the phone (if you use custom firmware). Activate it in Settings → About phone → Assembly number (tap 7 times).

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4. Connection to multiple devices (multi-tiping)

Some Xiaomi models (such as Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or Redmi Buds 4 Active) support simultaneous connection to two devices.

1. First connect the headphones to the first device (e.g., smartphone) in the standard way.

2. Open Bluetooth settings on a second device (e.g., laptop or tablet).

3. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (hold the button on the case for 3 seconds until the indicator starts flashing quickly).

4 Connect to the second device. Now the headphones will automatically switch between gadgets depending on the activity.

The limitations of multi-peiring:

• 🎵 Sound on one device only: audio can be played from one source at a time.
• 📞 Priority of calls: if the phone receives a call, the headphones will automatically switch to it.
• 🔄 Switching delays: It may take 2-3 seconds to change the device.

⚠️ Note: If Xiaomi headphones were previously connected to a Windows device, remove them from the list of associated devices in Settings before syncing with your phone → Devices → Bluetooth, otherwise there will be profile conflicts.

Make sure both devices support Bluetooth 5.0+

Turn off VPN or proxy on your phone

Check the charge of the headphones (at least 50%)

Remove old connections in Bluetooth settings-->

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5. Resetting Xiaomi headphones to factory

If the headphones are glitchy, not connected or are unstable, a complete reset will help.

For models with a button on the case (Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless 2):

1. Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white alternately.

For models without a button (Xiaomi Buds 3T, Redmi Buds 4):

1. Hold the touch panels on both headphones for 10 seconds until you hear the reset beep.

After reset, Xiaomi headphones will lose all saved connections and return to factory settings, the next time they turn on, they will automatically go into pairing mode.

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Resetting is a universal solution for 90% of connectivity problems, and if the headphones don’t work after reset, it may be due to a hardware malfunction (e.g., a Bluetooth module is damaged).

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6.Optimize the sound and battery after connection

After successful synchronization, it is recommended to adjust the headphones for maximum sound quality and power savings.

On Android (via the Mi Earphone app):

On iOS (through standard settings):

• 🔊 Equalizer: Open Settings → Music. → Equalizer and select Late Night for better detail.
• 📞 Microphone: in the call settings, select Headphones as the main input device.

To extend the battery life:

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7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even after a successful connection, users are faced with common errors, and here's how to prevent them:

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

• Check if the quiet mode is activated in the phone settings.
• Make sure the headphones are selected as the output device in Settings → Sound.
• Restart your phone – sometimes the audio driver freezes.

Problem 2: Constant communication breakdowns

• Turn off Wi-Fi Direct or NFC, which can cause interference.
• Make sure there are no physical barriers between the phone and the headphones (walls, metal objects).
• Try connecting in another room – it may be the fault of the neighbor’s router.

Problem 3: Headphones are quickly discharged

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If Xiaomi headphones started to hold the charge worse after updating the firmware, try rolling it back through the Mi Earphones app (if the previous version is available).

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FAQ: Answers to popular questions