How to connect Xiaomi Redmi 4 Lite Buds to your phone: instructions with photos and videos

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Lite Buds wireless headphones have become a popular choice among users due to the combination of affordable price and decent sound quality. However, many owners face difficulties when connecting the device for the first time - especially if it is a budget model with simplified documentation. In this article, we will discuss not only the standard procedure for pairing with Android and iOS, but also nuances that the manufacturer often does not say.

It is important to understand that Redmi 4 Lite Buds belong to the budget line. TWS-headphones, and they're limited in functionality compared to the flagship models. For example, there's no support for aptX or LDAC, Battery life rarely exceeds 4 hours on a single charge, but when set up properly, they can provide stable connectivity and acceptable sound quality for everyday tasks, from listening to music to calling.

If you’ve just unpacked your headphones or experienced problems after upgrading your smartphone firmware, this guide will help you understand all the steps from preparing your devices to fine-tuning your audio profile. We’ll also look at common mistakes, such as no sound in one earphone or persistent connection breaks, and give practical recommendations for fixing them.

Preparation of headphones and smartphone to connect

Before you start pairing, make sure both devices are ready to go. Let’s start with the Xiaomi Redmi 4 Lite Buds headphones:

• 🔋 Case and headphone charging: Connect the case to the power source (use the original cable) USB Type-C or output adapter 5V/1A). The indicator on the case should flash red during charging and burn green at full charge — 30%, Otherwise, the headphones may turn off during pairing.
• 📦 Headphone Removal: Take both earbuds out of the case - they should automatically turn on (blitzes white indicator).If this does not happen, press and hold the touchpad on each earbud for 3 seconds.
• 🔄 Reset to factory settings: If the headphones have already connected to another device, reset: place them in the case, then press and hold the button on the case for 10 seconds (the indicator will flash red and white).

Now prepare your smartphone:

• 📱 Software Update: Make sure it’s on your Android (version) 8.0+) or iOS (version) 12+) The latest updates are installed. Xiaomi/Redmi Check the relevance of the firmware in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔍 Bluetooth Enablement: Activate the module in the Quick Settings Panel or through Settings → Connections → Bluetooth. On the iPhone, the path: Settings → Bluetooth.
• 🚫 Disconnecting Other Devices: If other headphones or speakers are connected to the phone, turn them off to avoid conflicts when pairing.

⚠️ Note: If your smartphone supports dual Bluetooth (simultaneous connection to two devices), temporarily disable this feature. TWS-In the headphones, it can cause delays in sound.

Standard connection to Android-smartphone

The procedure of pairing with Android usually takes place in semi-automatic mode, but there are nuances depending on the version of the OS and shell (MIUI, ColorOS, One UI, etc.).

1. Open Settings → Connections → Bluetooth and activate the search for new devices.
2. Remove the headphones from the case – in the list of available devices should appear the name Redmi 4 Lite Buds (or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic in some firmware).
3. Click on the headphone name in the list. In 5-10 seconds, a notification will appear about a successful connection.
4. Check the sound: run any audio file. If the sound is only in one headphone, return both to the case and reconnect.

On Xiaomi/Redmi smartphones with MIUI 12+, a pop-up will appear after connecting with a suggestion to install the Mi Earphones branded app (available on Google Play).

• 🎛️ Set up the equalizer (presets "Basy", "Voice", "Balance").
• 🔊 Adjust the noise reduction level (although in Redmi 4 Lite Buds it is passive).
• 📊 View the charge level of the case and headphones.

Charge the case to 50%+

Disable VPN (can block Bluetooth connection)

Delete old Bluetooth profiles with the name "Redmi"

Reboot your smartphone at the first sign of instability-->

If the headphones are not displayed in the list of devices:

1. Reboot the Bluetooth module: turn it off for 30 seconds, then turn it on again.
2. Remove Bluetooth cache: Settings → Apps → All apps → Bluetooth → Storage → Clear cache.
3. Try connecting in Developer Mode: activate it (7 taps by build number in About Phone), then enable Debugging over Bluetooth in Developer Settings.

Connection to iPhone and features of working with iOS

Although Redmi 4 Lite Buds are not certified for iPhone (there is no full AAC support), they can be connected in basic mode.

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and activate the search.
2. Get your headphones out of the case – a device called Redmi 4 Lite Buds (sometimes displayed as LE-BLE-...) will appear in the list.
3. Click on the name and wait for the message "Connected".

Important limitations when working with iOS:

To reduce the latency of the iPhone:

• 🎵 Use applications that support Low Latency Mode (e.g. Spotify in High Quality Mode").
• 🔄 Turn off the Dynamic Range function in Settings → Music. → equalizer.
• 📱 Reboot your iPhone before listening to music – it resets your Bluetooth cache.

⚠️ Attention: On iOS 16+ You may have an issue with automatically reconnecting after you remove the headphones from the case. → Bluetooth, tap the icon "i" next to Redmi 4 Lite Buds and select "Forget this device", then connect again.

Solving Typical Connection Problems

Even after successful pairing, users often encounter problems, and let's look at the most common scenarios and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Headphones are not defined by a smartphone

If Redmi 4 Lite Buds don’t appear in the list of available devices:

• 🔌 Check the charge: Discharged headphones do not broadcast the signal. Charge them for 10-15 minutes.
• 🔄 Reset settings: Place the headphones in the case, press the reset button (see the section "Preparation").
• 📵 Avoid interference: Make sure there are no other active Bluetooth devices nearby (such as Mi Band or speakers).
• 🛠️ Update: Some Samsung smartphones require a Bluetooth Stack update via the Galaxy Store.

Problem 2: The sound is only in one headphone

Causes and solutions:

• 🎧 Unsynchronized headphones: Return both to the case, pull out and wait 20 seconds - they should synchronize with each other (blink synchronously).
• 🔊 Monosound in settings: On Android, check Settings → Special opportunities → Sound. → Monoaudio (must be turned off).
• 🔧 Reset Bluetooth cache: On Xiaomi, execute the command in the engineering menu: ##225463## (Bluetooth test menu opens, select Clear Cache).

Issue 3: Permanent connection breaks

If the connection is interrupted every 1-2 minutes:

• 📶 Change Bluetooth range: In the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Include assembly number AVRCP 1.6 instead of 1.4.
• 🚫 Turn off Wi-Fi Direct: This feature can conflict with Bluetooth at 2.4GHz.
• 🔋 Check the battery: If the case charge level is below 15%, the headphones start saving energy, leading to breaks.

Sound tuning and gesture management

After a successful connection, it is recommended to set up a sound profile and learn the controls. Redmi 4 Lite Buds supports the following gestures:

To fine tune the sound:

• 🎚️ On Android, use the Mi Earphones app (download from Google Play) which allows you to choose from 3 equalizer presets or create your own profile.
• 🔊 On iOS, set up a system equalizer: Settings → Music. → Equalizer. For bass, choose hip-hop, for vocals, choose voice".
• 🎧 In some firmware MIUI function DTS Audio – Enable it in Settings → Sound. → Sound effects.

If the sound seems quiet:

1. Turn off volume limit in Settings → Sound → Safe Volume Level (on Android 10+).

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If your headphones start wheezing at high frequencies, clean the speakers with a dry cotton swab. Dust and earwax are a common cause of sound distortion.

How to connect Redmi 4 Lite Buds to your PC or laptop

Pairing with Windows or macOS is possible, but requires additional steps due to the specifics of Bluetooth drivers.

For Windows 10/11:

1. Open Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices.
2. Press "Add device" → "Bluetooth".
3. Remove the headphones from the case – the list will appear Redmi 4 Lite Buds.
4. Select a device and wait for the drivers to install. If the process is stalled, download the Qualcomm Atheros driver from the laptop manufacturer's website.

For macOS:

1. Open System settings → Bluetooth.
2. Click "Connect" next to Redmi 4 Lite Buds.
3. If the sound is late, turn off the AAC in Bluetooth settings (use SBC).

Typical problems on the PC:

• 🖥️ No sound after connecting: In the taskbar, click on the sound icon → Select Redmi 4 Lite Buds as the output device.
• 🔊 Disable other Bluetooth devices (mouse, keyboard) or use a USB-Bluetooth Class 4.0 adapter+.
• 🔄 Headphones connect as "Headset" rather than "Stereo": Remove the device and reconnect by manually selecting a profile A2DP.

⚠️ Note: Windows 7 and older versions of macOS (up to 10.14) may not have the necessary codecs for the new version. SBC. In this case, the sound will be transmitted in mono mode.

Operational and life extension tips

To make the Redmi 4 Lite Buds last longer, follow these guidelines:

• 🔋 Charging: Use the original cable USB Type-C. Don't leave your headphones on charge for more than 2 hours, which reduces battery life. Store a case with a charge level of 40-60% with prolonged inactivity.
• 🧼 Clean: Clean the speakers and contacts in the case with a dry soft brush once a week. Do not use alcohol or wet wipes - they damage the coating.
• 🎧 Storage: Always put your headphones in the case - this prevents loss and mechanical damage. Avoid temperatures above 40°C (do not leave in the car in the summer).

To improve sound quality:

• 🎵 Audio files: Use tracks in format FLAC or AAC 256 kbps — MP3 128 kbps will sound worse due to compression.
• 📱 Apps: In Spotify or Apple Music, enable High Quality mode in streaming settings.
• 🔊 Settings: Turn off all post-processing audio (e.g. Dolby Atmos or Dolby Atmos) 3D Sound - they add a delay.

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Regular cleaning of the contacts in the case and earphone speakers increases the life of the headphones by 30-40%, and dust and oxidation are the main causes of poor contact and battery discharge.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi 4 Lite Buds