Xiaomi Redmi Airdots wireless headphones are some of the most popular budget headphones TWS-But the way they're connected is often a question for users, and even if you've been through Bluetooth devices before, the way the Realtek chip works in those headphones can create unexpected challenges. For example, many do not know that for the first pairing you need to hold the button on the case of the charging case at least 10 seconds -- standard 3-5 Like other brands, it won’t work here.
In this article, we will discuss not only the basic connection process, but also the nuances for different versions of headphones (Redmi Airdots S, Airdots 2, Airdots 3 Pro), as well as solutions to typical problems: why one headphone does not connect, how to reset to factory settings and what to do if the phone “does not see” the device.
Preparation for pairing: what to check before connecting
Before you start pairing, make sure your headphones and phone are ready for the procedure. Often problems arise from basic omissions that are easy to fix in advance.
1. Charge headphones and case. Minimum charge level for successful connection is 30% for each earphone and 50% for the case. If the indicator on the case flashes red, it is a signal of low charge. Connect the case to charge 15-20 minutes before pairing. Redmi Airdots 3 Pro have a more capacious battery, but the rule remains the same.
Bluetooth compatibility. Headphones support Bluetooth 5.0, but are compatible with older versions (4.2+).However, on Android 6.0 and below, you may experience problems with multichannel sound (for example, in games).
- 📱 Android: Settings → The phone. → Bluetooth version
- 🍎 iPhone: Settings → Mainstream → About this device. → Model (to check for Bluetooth 5.0 support)
3. Reset previous connections. If the headphones were already paired with another device, you need to "forget" them in the Bluetooth settings. On Android, this is done through Settings. → Bluetooth → ⚙️ headphone-name → Forget the device. on iOS, the path is similar, but after deleting it may require a restart of the phone.
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Step-by-step: how to connect Redmi Airdots with Android
The process of connecting to Android devices is as simple as possible, but requires precise steps. Consider a universal algorithm that is suitable for all models of the Redmi Airdots series (including Airdots S, Airdots 2, Airdots 3 Pro).
Step 1: Activate the pairing mode. Take both earphones out of the case, they should automatically turn on (indicators will flash white). If this does not happen, press and hold the button on the case for 10-15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white (pairing mode). For Redmi Airdots 3 Pro, the button is located on the end of the case, for older models - on the front panel.
Step 2. Search for the device on your phone. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the search for new devices. The list should show the name of the headphones:
- 🎧 Redmi Airdots_R (right earphone) - the main device
- 🎧 Redmi Airdots_L (left earphone) – connects automatically after pairing the right
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Step. 3. Connect and check. Click on Redmi. Airdots_R Once you pair the headphones successfully, they will stop flashing and turn blue to make sure both headphones are working, play the music, and alternately cover each headphone with your hand, and the sound must switch between them.
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If the headphones connect only one at a time, try manually selecting an A2DP profile in Bluetooth settings (on some MIUI firmware this solves the problem of disconnection).
Interface with the iPhone: features and limitations
While Redmi Airdots are officially optimized for Android, they can be connected to iPhones, but with some nuances, the main difference is that there is no support for the aptX codec, which affects the sound quality in games and videos, but for music and calls, the difference is minimal.
The algorithm for connecting to iOS:
- Take the headphones out of the case and hold the button on the case for 15 seconds until the indicators start flashing red and white.
- On your iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on search.
- In the list, select Redmi. Airdots_R. Confirm the conjugation.
- Wait until the left earpiece (Redmi) Airdots_L) It will automatically be connected (may take up to) 30 seconds).
Typical problems on the iPhone:
- 🔊 No stereo sound: check that both earbuds are connected (two devices should be displayed in Bluetooth settings). If not, reset (see section below).
- 📞 Poor Call Quality: iOS Defaults With Codec SBC, No solution, but you can make things better by turning off Bluetooth in the background for other applications.
- 🔋 Fast discharge: on the iPhone headphones discharge 20-30% faster due to the features of power management in iOS.
Redmi Airdots (1st generation)
Redmi Airdots S
Redmi Airdots 2
Redmi Airdots 3 / 3 Pro
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How to reset headphone settings to factory
If the headphones don't connect, they malfunction, or one of them falls off, a complete reset will help, and this procedure removes all the stored connections and returns the device to the factory settings. Attention: after reset, the headphones will have to be paired again with all the devices.
Method 1: Standard reset (for all models):
- Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
- Open the lid and hold the button on the case for 20 seconds until the indicators start flashing red (3 times in a row).
- Release the button. The indicators go out, the reset is complete.
Method 2: Alternative reset (if the first one fails):
- Remove the headphones from the case and turn them off (hold the touch panel on each headphone for 5 seconds until the indicator goes out).
- Put the headphones back in the case and close the lid.
- Connect the case to the charger and hold the button for 15 seconds. The indicators should flash green (successful reset).
⚠️ Warning: Once reset, Redmi Airdots 3 Pro headphones can be temporarily identified as Redmi Buds 3 Pro - that's OK.
What if the reset didn't help?
Solving common problems in conjugation
Even after connecting properly, users are faced with common bugs, and we've put together proven solutions for the most common cases.
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Phone can't see headphones | Headphones are not in pairing mode or discharged | Charge the case, reset, hold the button on the case for 15 seconds |
| Only one headphone is connected. | Failure of synchronization between headphones | Put both headphones in the case, close the lid, pull out and wait 30 seconds |
| The sound is interrupted or there is interference. | Interference from other devices or weak Bluetooth signal | Disable other Bluetooth devices, reboot your phone, reconnect your headphones |
| Headphones are discharged quickly | Active Game Mode or high volume | Turn off Game Mode in Bluetooth settings, turn the volume down to 70% |
| The microphone is not working during calls. | The phone has the wrong audio profile | In Bluetooth settings, select an HFP profile (for calls) |
Additional advice:
- 🔄 If the headphones are connected, but the sound is only in one, try manually switching the main earphone: take both of the case and first touch the touch panel on the left earphone.
- 📵 If the headphones are permanently turned off, check if the connection is blocked by the app to save charge (for example, MIUI Battery Saver or Greenify).
- 🔊 To improve sound quality on Android, install the Developer Options app and enable Disable Bluetooth. A2DP hardware offload.
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If the Redmi Airdots headphones don't connect to the phone after all the manipulations, check them on another device. If the problem persists, the Bluetooth module in the case or headphones is faulty.
Sound tuning and gesture management
Once paired successfully, you can optimize your sound and learn how to use touch controls. Redmi Airdots support basic gestures, but the set depends on the model.
Gesture control (for all models):
- 🎵 Playback/pause: one touch on the touch panel on any headphone.
- 🔀 Next track: double touch on the right earpiece.
- 🔙 Previous Post:Double touch on the left earpiece.
- 📞 Accept/complete a call: one touch (on some firmware - 2 seconds retention).
Note
Redmi Airdots 3 Pro
Customize audio via MIUI (Android only):
- Connect the headphones and open the Settings → Bluetooth.
- Press on. ⚙️ near the Redmi Airdots_R.
- Select Sound Quality and prioritize Quality (for music) or Latency (for gaming).
There are no similar settings on the iPhone, but you can use Equalizer in the Music app.
Compatibility with other devices: PCs, laptops, TVs
Redmi Airdots can be connected not only to smartphones, but also to other Bluetooth gadgets, but there are nuances that you should know about in advance.
Connection to Windows 10/11:
- Turn on Bluetooth on your PC (Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth).
- Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (hold the button on the case for 10 seconds).
- In the list of devices, select Redmi Airdots_R and wait for the connection.
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Connection to TVs (Smart TV):
- 📺 Android TV (For example, Xiaomi Mi TV): It's fully supported, but there may be a delay in sound. In the audio settings, select Bluetooth audio and turn it off. AV sync.
- 🍎 Apple TV: It connects, but without support AAC — The sound will be worse than on the iPhone.
- 🖥 Samsung/LG TV: Often manually adding the device through Settings is required → Sound. → Bluetooth devices: Some models define headphones as LE-Audio, which limits functionality.
⚠️ Note: When connecting to PlayStation 4/5 Or Nintendo Switch, Redmi Airdots headphones will work for sound only, not for the microphone in games.