Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic: How to connect to a smartphone in 2 minutes

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is one of the most popular solutions for those looking for a budget but high-quality alternative to the AirPods. These headphones support Bluetooth 5.0 technology, provide stable connection at a distance of 10 meters and are equipped with touch controls. However, even with such simple devices, users often have questions: how to connect them correctly, what to do if the smartphone does not see the headphones, or how to reset to the factory settings.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can connect, from standard pairing with Android and iPhone to solving unusual situations (for example, if the headphones have already been synced with another device), and learn how to check the firmware version, update it and avoid typical errors when you first use, if you just unpack the box or encounter problems, this guide will help save time and nerves.

Preparing headphones for the first connection

Before you start pairing, make sure that the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic headphones are fully charged. The kit comes with a compact case that serves as a charger at the same time.

• 🔋 Open the case cover, the indicator will light up on the front panel (white or red), white light means charge above 30%, red light less than 30%.
• 📱 Bring your headphones to your phone - some models Xiaomi/Redmi s MIUI 12+ show the level of charge of headphones and case in the status bar.
• 🔌 Charge the case if the indicator flashes red. Use the cable USB-C (kitted).

If the headphones have already been used with another device, they must be reset to factory settings, which will remove all the stored pairings and allow you to reconnect.

⚠️ Warning: Do not remove the headphones from the case before the connection process begins. They will automatically turn on when the lid is opened, which can confuse the pairing algorithm.

Standard connection to Android-smartphone

The process of pairing with Android takes no more than 1-2 minutes.

1. Open the case cover, the headphones should be inside, and the indicator on the case will flash white (device search mode).
2. On your smartphone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and activate the module.
3. In the list of available devices, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic (or Mi Basic Earbuds) and tap by name.
4. Confirm the pairing. The headphones will sound, and the indicator on the case will burn constantly.

On Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO smartphones with MIUI, a notification will appear after connecting with a suggestion to install the Mi Earphones branded app (available on Google Play).

• 🎧 Set up touch control (double touch, hold).
• 🔊 Regulate eQUALIZER (bass, high frequencies).
• 📊 View the charge level of each headphone separately.

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

1. Close and reopen the case lid.
2. Reboot the Bluetooth module on the phone (disable / turn on in the settings).
3. Make sure that the headphones are not connected to another gadget (laptop, tablet).

Connecting to iPhone (iOS) and other devices

While the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic is optimized for Android, it works perfectly with the iPhone as well.

1. Open the case cover - the indicator should flash white.
2. On iPhone, go to Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the module.
3. In the list of Other devices, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic and tap by name.
4. Wait for the sound in the headphones (the voice assistant will say "Connected").

On iOS, the functionality will be limited: you can not configure touch control or evenly distribute the sound between the headphones (on Android, this is done through the Mi Earphones app), but the basic functions - listening to music, receiving calls - work without complaint.

The algorithm is similar to that for connecting to a laptop or PC: turn on Bluetooth on your computer, find the headphones in the list of devices and pair. On Windows 10/11, you may need to choose the type of device — Headphones or Dynamics (the first option is preferable for calls).

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Resetting headphones to factory

If Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic headphones were previously connected to another device, are not detected by the phone or are malfunctioning, perform hard reset. This will delete all stored data and return factory settings.

Resetting instructions:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Open the lid and hold the button on the back of the case for 15-20 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white alternately.
3. Release the button. The headphones will automatically reboot.
4. Close and open the lid again - the indicator should flash white (pairing mode).

After reset, the headphones will be ready for a new connection. If the indicator does not flash red/white, repeat the procedure or check the charge of the case (at a discharge below 10%, the reset may not work).

⚠️ Warning: Reset removes all user settings, including those associated with the Mi Earphones app, and you have to reset them once you reconnect.

Solving Connection Problems

Even after reset, the headphones may not connect, and let's look at the typical errors and how to fix them:

Problem 1: The phone can't see the headphones

• 🔍 Check visibility: open the case cover, the indicator should flash white. If not, charge the case.
• 📱 Reboot Bluetooth on your phone: Turn off the module for 30 seconds, then turn on again.
• 🚫 Remove old devices: In Bluetooth settings, find previously saved Mi Earbuds and forget them.

Problem 2: Headphones are connected, but there is no sound

• 🎵 Check the sound source: in Bluetooth settings, select Mi Earbuds as the output device.
• 🔊 Adjust Volume: On Android, some apps (like YouTube) have a separate regulator.
• 🔄 Reconnect the headphones: remove them from the list of devices and pair again.

Problem 3: One earphone is not working

• 🔋 Check the charge: take out the problem earphone from the case - if it doesn't turn on, put it on charge for 10 minutes.
• 🧲 Reset the settings (see section above) – sometimes one earphone “hangs” in standby mode.
• 🛠️ Clean the contacts: dirt on metal contacts in the case can disrupt charging.

If neither of these methods worked, try connecting the headphones to another device. If the problem persists, it could indicate a hardware malfunction (such as damage to the speaker or battery).

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To test each headphone separately, plug them in one by one, and to do that, take out only one headphone from the case, and it will automatically go into mono-sound mode.

Update of the headphone firmware

Xiaomi periodically releases firmware updates for Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic, which improve connection stability, sound quality and uptime. You can only check and update the firmware through the official Mi Earphones app (available for Android).

Instructions for updating:

1. Install the Mi Earphones app from Google Play.
2. Connect the headphones to the phone (they should be in a case with an open lid).
3. Launch the application and wait for the automatic model definition.
4. Go to the Firmware Update section (if available).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Don't turn off the headphones during the process!

The update process takes 2-5 minutes. Once completed, the headphones will automatically restart. If the update is interrupted, they may stop turning on, in which case only a reset will help (see section above).

⚠️ Note: Do not update the firmware if the case charge level is below 50%. interruption of the process due to discharge can lead to the inoperability of the headphones.

Use and care tips

To make Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic last longer, follow the following simple recommendations:

• 🧼 Clean your headphones 1-2 times a week with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol (do not use water!).
• 🔋 Store in a case – this protects against dust and prevents battery discharge.
• 🌡️ Avoid extreme temperatures: Do not leave your headphones in the sun or in the cold (optimal range: from the sun to the sun). +5°C +35°C).
• 🎵 Don’t maximize volume on a consistent basis – it shortens the life of speakers.

To improve the sound quality in the Mi Earphones application, you can select one of the pre-installed profiles:

• Balance is a universal mode for music and calls.
• Basses – amplified low frequencies (suitable for hip-hop, electronic music).
• Voice – optimized for podcasts and audiobooks.

If you talk on the phone often, turn on the headphone settings to "Noise Suppression" (available in Mi Earphones) to improve voice legibility in noisy places.

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Regularly cleaning the contacts in the case and headphones prevents charging and connection problems. Use dry soft fabric or cotton swabs.

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