Connecting wireless headphones to Xiaomi phone via Bluetooth: full instruction

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life – they are convenient for listening to music, calls and podcasts without confusing wires. TWS-True Wireless Stereo to your Bluetooth smartphone, especially if you're talking about Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless Earphones, or third-party headphones like the Redmi AirDots. JBL Sony.

In this article, you will find a universal connection algorithm for all Xiaomi smartphones on MIUI 12/13/14, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13 and older models. We will analyze not only basic synchronization, but also the solution to the typical problems: when one earphone does not work, the sound is interrupted or the device is not detected in the list of available, and you will learn how to reset the headphones to the factory if they “forgot” your phone.

1. Preparation of headphones and phone for connection

Before you start syncing, make sure that both devices are ready to connect. Headphones should be charged (the indicator on the case charger usually burns white or red at low charge), and the smartphone should have a Bluetooth module on.

For Xiaomi/Redmi models with MIUI 14 and later, check out the following:

• 🔋 Headphone charge: If the indicator on the case flashes red, plug it into charging for 10-15 minutes. ~1.5 hours.
• 📱 Version. MIUI: Update the firmware through Settings → The phone. → Update system if new version is available. MIUI They can’t support Bluetooth 5.2.+.
• 🔄 Reset previous connections: If the headphones have already been paired with another device, delete them from memory via Settings → Bluetooth (click on the gear next to the headphone name and select Forget the device»).

If you plug in your headphones for the first time, they automatically go into pairing mode when removed from the case, and you may need to manually reset to reconnect, as we will explain in one of the following sections.

2. Step-by-step instruction: how to connect headphones to Xiaomi

The algorithm of the connection is the same for most people. TWS-headphones, but there are nuances for Xiaomi models:

1. Open the charge case cover and remove both earphones. They should automatically turn on (the indicators will flash white/blue).
2. On your smartphone, go to Settings → Connections & Sharing → Bluetooth (or just swipe down the notification bar and hold the Bluetooth icon).
3. Activate Bluetooth if it's turned off. Your headphones should appear on the "Available Devices" list (e.g. Redmi Buds 4 or Mi True Wireless Earphones 3).
4. Click on the headphone name in the list. After 2-5 seconds, the “Connected” notification will appear (on some models, Xiaomi will additionally request permission to access contacts and calls – confirm).

If the headphones don’t appear in the list, try:

• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth: Turn off and turn on the module on your phone again.
• 📦 Reset the headphones: Put them back in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, then remove them again.
• 🔋 Check the charge: discharged headphones do not broadcast the signal for search.

3. Problem Solving: Headphones don't connect or malfunction

Even after successful pairing, there can be problems: one earphone doesn't work, the sound is interrupted, or the connection is constantly broken.

If the problem persists, try updating the headphone firmware. For Xiaomi/Redmi models, this is done through the Mi Home app:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Open Mi Home, go to Profile → My Devices.
3. Find your headphones in the list and click on “Update firmware” (if available).

4. How to reset the settings of Xiaomi wireless headphones

If the headphones don't sync with each other or you've forgotten your phone, you may need a hard reset.

Redmi AirDots/Mi True Wireless Earphones 2:

1. Put both headphones in the charging case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the case (usually located behind) for 15-20 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
3. Open the lid - the headphones will go into pairing mode.

For Redmi Buds 3/4 and later:

1. Remove the headphones from the case.
2. Press and hold the touchpads on both headphones simultaneously for 10 seconds until the indicators start flashing red.
3. Put the headphones back in the case, then remove - they are ready for a new connection.

⚠️ Note: after reset, the headphones Redmi Buds 4 Pro and Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro may require a firmware update through Mi Home, otherwise the sound will be played only in mono mode.

5. Sound optimization: settings Bluetooth codecs on Xiaomi

Sound quality depends not only on the headphones, but also on the Bluetooth codec that your smartphone uses. By default, MIUI chooses SBC, a universal, but not the highest quality codec. For better sound, it is recommended to turn on AAC (for Apple AirPods) or aptX/LDAC (for Sony or JBL headphones).

To change the codec:

1. Put the headphones on the phone.
2. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
3. Press the gear next to the connected headphones.
4. Select the "Audio Codec" option (on some firmware it is hidden - turn on "Developer Mode" through Settings → About Phone → MIUI version, pressing the build number 7 times).

Recommendations for choosing a codec:

• 🎵 For music: LDAC (Maximum quality but high battery consumption or aptX Adaptive (balance of quality and stability).
• 📞 For calls: AAC or SBC (less).
• 🎮 For games: aptX Low Latency (minimum sound delay).

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If there is no LDAC or aptX on the codec list, update the phone’s firmware. These codecs are only supported on MIUI 12.5+ and smartphones with Snapdragon 8xx or later.

6.How to connect third-party brand headphones (JBL, Sony, AirPods) to Xiaomi

Xiaomi smartphones are compatible with any Bluetooth headphones, but some models (such as Apple AirPods or Sony WH-1000XM5) may require additional settings.

For AirPods:

• 🔗 Press and hold the button on the back of the AirPods case until the indicator flashes white.
• 📱 On Xiaomi, select AirPods from the list of available devices. When you request a code confirmation, click Connect (no code required).
• ⚙️ In Bluetooth settings, enable Auto Connection, otherwise AirPods will turn off when the screen is locked.

For Sony/JBL with LDAC support:

• 🎧 Make sure the headphones are updated to the latest firmware (via the brand’s branded app).
• 🔊 In Bluetooth settings on Xiaomi, select the codec LDAC and prioritize the quality of sound.
• 🔋 Turn off power saving for Bluetooth in Settings → Battery → Consumption management.

⚠️ Attention: Sony headphones WH-1000XM4 and can automatically switch to the new mode AAC When you connect to Xiaomi, you force activate it. LDAC, Turn off the Automatic Codec Definition feature in the Sony Headphones Connect app.

7. Energy saving: how to extend the work time of headphones with Xiaomi

Wireless headphones discharge faster if your phone is constantly scanning Bluetooth devices or using energy-intensive codecs. Here's how to increase battery life:

• 🔋 Turn off device autosearch: In Bluetooth settings, deactivate the option “Visibility for all devices».
• 🎵 Use the codec. SBC or AAC: They're less voracious than LDAC or.
• 📴 Close the background apps: Music services (e.g. Spotify or Yandex Music) continue to consume energy even when they are folded.
• 🔄 Update the firmware: in new versions MIUI Optimized Bluetooth power consumption.

For Redmi AirDots 3 and later, the "Economic Mode" feature is available in the Mi Home app, which automatically reduces the volume and turns off the noise emitter when the battery is low.

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Xiaomi headphones with Bluetooth 5.2+ support (e.g. Redmi Buds 4 Pro) consume 20–30% less power when using an AAC codec instead of an SBC.

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