Xiaomi Wireless Earphones Pro: how to connect to your phone, laptop and other devices

Xiaomi Wireless Earphones Pro (TWS 2 Pro, FlipBuds Pro or AirDots Pro 2) have become a popular choice thanks to a combination of high-quality sound, active noise reduction and affordable price. However, even experienced users sometimes have difficulty connecting first — especially when it comes to pairing with non-standard devices like Windows PCs or MacBooks. In this article, we will examine all possible scenarios, from basic connection to a smartphone to solving rare problems like the “invisibility” of headphones in the list of Bluetooth devices.

It’s important to understand that the pairing process can vary depending on the version of the headphone firmware and the device’s operating system. For example, Android 13+ with MIUI 14 provides a simplified pop-up mode, and iPhone owners will have to manually search for headphones in Bluetooth settings. We’ll look at all the nuances, including hidden features like dual tap to switch ANC modes, which are often missed in standard instructions.

1. Preparation of headphones for the first connection

Before pairing, make sure your Xiaomi Wireless Earphones Pro is ready to go.

• 🔋 Charging headphones and case: Minimum charge level for a successful connection is 30%. If the indicator on the case flashes red, connect it to charging for 10-15 minutes. ~1.5 hours (use the original cable) USB-C or Qi-compatible wireless charging).
• 📦 Removal of headphones from the case: Headphones are automatically turned on when removed, but for the first connection they must be left outside the case at a distance of no more than 1 meter from the device.
• 🔄 Factory reset: If the headphones have already connected to another device, reset (press the button on the case for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.

Pay attention to the indicators of the state:

• 🟢 Green flashing - headphones in pairing mode.
• 🔴 Red constant – low charge (less than 10%).
• 🔵 Blue flashing – active connection to the device.

⚠️ Warning: If the indicator on the case does not respond to the press of a button, check the integrity of the contacts inside the headphone compartments. Common cause is dust or moisture (relevant for models without certification). IP54).

2. Connect to Android smartphone (including MIUI)

For Android 10+ devices (including Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO) the process is simplified by Google’s Fast Pair technology.

1. Open Bluetooth settings on your phone (Settings → Connections → Bluetooth).
2. Remove the headphones from the case - after 3-5 seconds, a notification "New headphones found" will appear at the top of the screen.
3. Click on the notification or select Xiaomi Earphones Pro from the list of available devices.
4. Confirm the conjugation (if necessary, enter the PIN-code 0000 or 1234).

If the notification does not appear:

• 📱 Update the firmware of the phone: Fast Pair is stable only on the phone MIUI 12+ Android 11+.
• 🔍 Enable geolocation: Some versions MIUI Require location access to search for Bluetooth devices.
• 🔄 Reboot Bluetooth Module: Disable and Turn Bluetooth Back on in Settings.

⚠️ Note: On Samsung smartphones with One UI You may need to disable the Automatic Sound Switch function (Settings) → Sound. → Additionally), otherwise the headphones will spontaneously turn off when the playback pauses.

3. Connection to iPhone (iOS 15 and later)

While Xiaomi is a brand with a focus on the Android ecosystem, their headphones are compatible with the iPhone, but there are some nuances:

1. iOS doesn't run Fast Pair, so you'll have to search for headphones manually:

Go to Settings → Bluetooth.

Make sure the headphones are in pairing mode (the indicator flashes white and green).

In the list, find a device called Mi True Wireless Earphones Pro (or similar) and tap on it.

2. Limitations of functionality on the iPhone:

Switching ANC modes through touch control does not work (only through the Mi Home app, which is unstable on iOS).

No support for AptX code (AAC will be used).

The case charge indicator is displayed incorrectly (shows only levels of 0%, 50%, 100%).

3. Solving the communication interruption problem:

- Disable the function "Low power Bluetooth" in the iOS settings (Settings → Bluetooth → i (near the headphones) → Disable).

Reset the headphones (put them in the case for 10 seconds, then pull them out).

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If the headphones are plugged in but the sound is interrupted, try turning off Wi-Fi on your iPhone – sometimes there is a conflict with the 2.4GHz band.

4. Connect to a laptop or PC (Windows 10/11, macOS)

Matching computers takes more steps than smartphones, but the process remains intuitive.

Windows 10/11

1. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC (via Taskbar → Notification Center or Settings → Devices → Bluetooth).

2. Click "Add device" and select "Bluetooth".

3. Wait for Xiaomi Earphones Pro to appear in the list and click "Connect".

If the headphones are not displayed:

• 🖥️ Update the Bluetooth driver: Go to Device Manager → Bluetooth, find your adapter (e.g. Qualcomm) QCA61x4) and update the driver.
• 🔌 Use USB-Bluetooth Adapter: Built-in modules on some laptops (especially Lenovo or Lenovo) HP) work poorly TWS-headphone.
• 🛠️ Turn off energy saving: In Device Manager → Adapter properties → Power management uncheck the box with "Allow disconnection...".

macOS (Ventura and newer)

1. Open System Settings → Bluetooth.

2 Hold the button on the case for 5 seconds until the indicator starts flashing white.

3. In the list of devices, select Xiaomi Earphones Pro and click "Connect".

Features for MacBook:

• 🎧 Sound is played only in mono: Go to Sound Settings → Exit and select headphones as the output device.
• 🔊 Low Volume: In Settings → Bluetooth → Headphones → Settings include "Use as an output for sound".

5. Set up additional functions after connection

After successful pairing, it is recommended to configure:

• 🎛️ Gesture control: - Double tap: switching tracks or calling voice assistant. - Holding: switching modes ANC/Transparency. - Customization is available in the Mi Home app (Android only).
• 🔊 Noise reduction modes (ANC): - ANC — Active noise cancellation (optimum for transport). - Transparency - allows external sounds (useful for conversations). - Off - Standard mode.
• 📱 Automatic Shutdown: Headphones turn off after 5 minutes of inactivity (can be changed to Mi Home).

For FlipBuds Pro models, equalizer setting is available:

Open Mi Home → Devices → Headphones → Sound

Choose one of the preset profiles (Bas+, Clear High, Voice) or create your own.

⚠️ Warning: If after updating the firmware headphones missing gesture settings, reset through Mi Home (Device settings) → It'll bring back factory parameters, but it won't delete the history of pairings.

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For maximum battery life, turn off the ANC when it is not needed – this saves up to 30% of charge.

6. Solving common problems

Even after a successful connection, there may be problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If the headphones are connected, but immediately switch off:

1. Check the firmware version through Mi Home. For the TWS 2 Pro, the current version is 1.4.0.3 and higher.
2. Turn off battery optimization for Bluetooth in Android settings (Settings → Applications → Bluetooth → Battery → No Limits).
3. Try connecting to another device to rule out hardware malfunction.

For Windows owners whose headphones are defined as a “Low Power Audio Device”:

1. Remove the device from the Bluetooth list.
2. Run Command Prompt on behalf of the administrator and execute: Set devmgr_show_nonpresent_devices=1 start devmgmt.msc
3. In Device Manager, enable the display of hidden devices and remove all mentions of Xiaomi in the section Sound, video and gaming devices.
4. Restart the PC and reconnect.

7. Update to the headphone firmware

Regular firmware updates fix bugs, improve sound and add new features (e.g. LC3 support for LE Audio) to update Xiaomi Wireless Earphones Pro:

1. Install the Mi Home app (available for Android and iOS).
2. Connect your headphones to your phone and open Mi Home.
3. Go to the device section and check for updates (Settings → Firmware Update).
4. If the update is available, confirm the installation and wait until it is completed (the headphones will restart automatically).

Important points:

• 🔋 Charging: Make sure the case charge level is >50% Interrupting Update Could Lead to Headphone Brick.
• 📶 Stable connection: Don’t move further than 1 meter from your phone during the upgrade.
• ⏳ Time: It takes 5-10 minutes. Don't remove the headphones from the case!

⚠️ Warning: After updating, reset your headphone settings (the 10 second button on the case) if you notice connection or sound issues.This is due to changes in Bluetooth protocols in new firmware versions.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)