How to connect Xiaomi Redmi headphones to your phone: all ways and solutions to problems

Why Xiaomi Redmi Headphones Don’t Connect – and How to Fix It

Xiaomi Redmi wireless headphones are some of the most popular smartphone accessories due to a combination of price, sound quality and battery life. However, even with such devices, users face problems: headphones are not on the list of available devices, sound is interrupted, or the connection is constantly reset, most often due to improper pairing sequence, outdated smartphone firmware or conflict with other Bluetooth devices.

In this article, we will explore all possible ways to connect Redmi headphones — from classic Redmi AirDots to new models with noise, and also solve the typical problems: why one headphone does not work, how to reset the headphones to factory, and what to do if the smartphone “does not see” the headset.

If you just bought a Xiaomi Redmi headphone and don’t know where to start, follow the step-by-step instructions below. If the device has already been used but stopped working correctly, go straight to the “Problem Solving” section.

How to connect headphones Xiaomi Redmi

Redmi headphones support several options for connecting to a smartphone, depending on the type of device:

• 🔌 Wired connection - through a 3.5 mm connector or USB-C (Suitable for Redmi Buds 3 Lite, Redmi Buds 4 Pro and other wired versions.
• 📶 Bluetooth is the main way for wireless headphones (Redmi AirDots 3, Redmi Buds 4, Redmi Buds 5 Pro, etc.) Requires prior pairing.
• 🔄 Multipoint – simultaneous connection to two devices (available in models with Qualcomm chip) QCC3040 newer).

Most users use Bluetooth pairing, so let's start with that, and if your model supports wired connectivity, the instruction for that is at the end of the article.

Step-by-step: how to connect Redmi via Bluetooth

The process of pairing Xiaomi Redmi headphones with a smartphone takes no more than a minute, if you follow the algorithm. Important: before connecting, fully charge the headphones (the indicator should burn green or white) and make sure that they are in pairing mode.

Charge headphones to 100%|

Remove headphones from the case (for models with the case)|

Make sure that Bluetooth on your smartphone is turned on|

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Step 1. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones

Depending on the model, the process may differ:

If the headphones have already been connected to another device, they need to be reset.

1. Put both earbuds in the case.
2. Close the lid and wait 10 seconds.
3. Open the lid, press the button on the case for 15 seconds before changing the color of the indicator (from red to white or purple).

Step 2: Connecting to a smartphone

The algorithm is the same for Android and iOS, but there are nuances:

1. Open the settings → Bluetooth on your smartphone.
2. Activate Bluetooth (slider in the "On" position).
3. In the list of available devices, find the name of your headphones (for example, Redmi Buds 5 Pro or Mi True Wireless).
4. Click on the name to pair.
5. Confirm the connection (if required).

For iPhone: After connecting, go to Bluetooth settings, tap the “i” icon next to the headphones, and turn on the “Connect this iPhone” option to automatically reconnect.

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If the headphones don't appear in the list, try restarting your smartphone and repeating the process. On Android, cleaning your Bluetooth cache will also help: Settings → Annexes → Show it all. → Bluetooth → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

Features of connecting to different devices

While Xiaomi Redmi headphones are versatile, their behavior may vary depending on the operating system and smartphone model.

Connecting to Android smartphones (MIUI, Samsung, Pixel, etc.)

On devices with MIUI (Xiaomi's native shell, headphones connect faster thanks to driver optimization:

• 🎧 There will be a notification of the connection with the charge level of headphones and case.
• 🔊 In sound settings (Settings) → Sound can be adjusted to the sound quality (codecs) SBC, AAC, aptX).
• 🔄 For multi-point models (for example, Redmi Buds 5 Pro) in Bluetooth settings, the option “Connect to two devices” will appear».

On smartphones from other brands (Samsung, Google Pixel) you may need to manually customize codecs for better sound. For example, on Samsung, go to Settings. → Connections → Bluetooth → Settings (cogs) → Audio quality and select aptX or AAC.

Connection to iPhone (iOS)

On the iPhone headphones Xiaomi Redmi work without problems, but with limitations:

• ⚠️ No support for aptX codecs and LDAC — will be used only AAC (The sound quality is slightly worse than Android).
• 🔋 The charge level of the headphones is displayed only in the Battery widget (for this you need to add a widget to the main screen).
• 🎵 The functions of noise making and transparent mode can work unstable due to the features of iOS.

To improve connection stability on iPhone:

1. Forget the device in Bluetooth settings (Push on “i” → Forget this device).
2. Turn off Bluetooth, reboot your iPhone.
3. Turn on Bluetooth and repeat the pairing.

Connection to a PC or laptop (Windows, macOS)

Redmi headphones can be used with computers:

• 🖥️ Windows 10/11: Parameters → Devices → Bluetooth → Addition of a device → Bluetooth. Select headphones from the list.
• 🍎 macOS: System settings → Bluetooth, then click “Connect” next to the headphone name.

On Windows, after connecting, check that the headphones are selected as the default output device:

1. Right-click on the sound icon in the tree → Open sound parameters.
2. In the “Output” section, select Redmi Buds.

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On a Windows PC, Xiaomi Redmi headphones can be defined as “Headset” instead of “Stereo.” To fix this, remove the device in Device Manager and reconnect.

Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected or are malfunctioning

If the connection fails or the sound is interrupted, the cause can be in both the headphones and the smartphone, and let's look at the most common errors and how to fix them.

Problem 1: The smartphone does not see headphones in the list of Bluetooth

Causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Headphones or case discharged → Charge them for 10-15 minutes, then try again.
• 📱 Conflict with other devices → Disable all other Bluetooth headsets, speakers, watches.
• 🔄 Headphones in the mode of connection to another device → Reset them (see instructions above).
• 📲 Bluetooth Failure on Smartphone → Restart your phone or reset your network settings (Settings) → System system → Reset → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile network and Bluetooth).

Problem 2: Only one headphone is connected

This is a typical problem for Redmi AirDots and Redmi Buds.

• 🎧 The headphones are not synchronized with each other. → Place both in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then pull out and wait for 20 seconds (they should automatically sync).
• 🔊 Incorrect connection to the smartphone → Forget the device in Bluetooth settings and connect again.
• 🔋 Different charge levels. → Charge both headphones to 100%.

If synchronization does not occur:

1. Get both earphones out of the case.
2. Press and hold the touch panels on both headphones for 10 seconds (before the beep).
3. Place the headphones back in the case, close the lid.
4. After 30 seconds, take it out and try to connect again.

Problem 3: The sound is interrupted or distorted

Causes of bad sound:

• 📶 Weak Bluetooth signal → Bring the smartphone closer to the headphones (maximum distance – 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🎵 Incorrect codec → On Android, choose AAC or aptX in Bluetooth settings.
• 📱 Processor overload → Close background apps, especially games or videos.
• 🔊 Interference from other devices → Turn off Wi-Fi or switch to 5GHz (if the router is dual-band).

For supported models LC3 (For example, Redmi Buds 5 Pro, enable this codec in the Android developer: Settings → The phone. → Assembly number (7 taps) → Developer settings → Bluetooth Audio Codec → LC3.

Problem 4: Headphones are quickly discharged

If the autonomy of the headphones Redmi has decreased dramatically:

• 🔋 Battery wear and tear → Check the number of charging cycles (normal - up to 500 cycles).
• 🎵 Continuous use of noise maker → Turn it off. ANC headphone settings.
• 📱 Background connection to other devices → Turn off the multi-point if you are not using it.
• 🔌 Unoriginal cable or adapter → Charge only with the original cable. USB-C.

To extend the life of the battery:

• Do not leave your headphones on charging for more than 2 hours.
• Store them in a case with a charge of 40-60% (optimum for lithium-polymer batteries).
• Avoid overheating (do not leave it in the sun or near heat sources).

How to connect wired headphones Xiaomi Redmi

If you have a model with a wire (Redmi Buds 3 Lite, Redmi Buds 4 Lite, etc.), the connection process is simpler:

1. Connect the plug 3.5 mm or USB-C (depending on the model) to the smartphone.
2. On the screen of the smartphone will appear a notification about the connection of headphones.
3. If necessary, adjust the sound in the settings → Sound (for example, turn on the sound amplifier or equalizer).

Important. USB-C headphone:

• 📱 On some Xiaomi smartphones, you need to enable the option “Analog headphones” in Settings → Additionally. → USB-C headphones.
• 🔊 If there is no sound, check if the connector is not contaminated (clean with a soft brush).
• 🔋 Wired headphones with USB-C They can consume battery energy, so the charge will be used faster.

For models with built-in microphones (such as Redmi Buds 4 Lite), check that the microphone is selected as the input device:

1. Open the Settings. → Sound. → Input devices.
2. Select Redmi Buds from the microphone list.

Additional features of headphones Xiaomi Redmi

Redmi wireless headphones support a number of useful features that many people don't know about.

1.Gestural control

Depending on the model, the headphones support the following gestures:

To change the purpose of gestures (for example, to set up a voice assistant call):

1. Install the official Mi Earphones app (available for Android).
2. Put the headphones on.
3. Go to the “Management” section and set up gestures.

Noise reduction mode (ANC) and transparent

Redmi Buds 4 Pro and Redmi Buds 5 Pro models support active noise cancellation (ANC) and transparent mode (missing external sounds:

• 🔇 Inclusion ANC: Hold the touch panel on the headphone for 2 seconds (until the sound signal).
• 🔈 Transparent mode: double touch (configured in the application).
• 📱 Level adjustment ANC: In the Mi Earphones application, you can select the noise reduction intensity (weak / medium / strong).

It's important! ANC It significantly reduces headphone time (up to 30%) and if autonomy is critical, use mode only when necessary.

3. Voice assistants (Google Assistant, Siri)

Redmi headphones support voice assistants:

• 🤖 Android: Assign Google Assistant to double/triple touch in the Mi Earphones app.
• 🍎 iPhone: Voice assistant is called via Siri (setting in Settings) → Siri and search).

To activate the non-gesture assistant, say:

• OK, Google (for Android).
• "Hello Siri" (for iPhone)

Cartoon (connection to two devices)

The feature is available in models with a Qualcomm chip QCC3040 Redmi Buds 4 Pro, Redmi Buds 5 Pro to connect headphones to two devices:

1. First, pair the headphones with the first device (such as a smartphone).
2. Open Bluetooth settings on a second device (e.g., a laptop).
3. Find the headphones in the list and connect.
4. Now, headphones will automatically switch between devices depending on activity.

Multipoint limitations:

• 🎵 The sound will only be played on one device.
• 📱 When incoming call to the smartphone headphones will switch to it.
• 🔋 Battery consumption increases by 10-15%.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)