Xiaomi Redmi Airdots: How to connect to your phone in 30 seconds (Android & iOS)

Xiaomi Redmi Airdots wireless headphones remain among the most popular budget headphones TWS-The combination of price, sound quality and battery life makes it difficult for many users to connect first, especially with Redmi Airdots. 2/3/Pro In this article, we will discuss all possible ways of pairing, including manual mode, automatic connection and solving typical errors.

It’s important to understand that the connection process may differ depending on the headphone version (the original Airdots 2019 vs. Airdots 3 Pro 2022) and the phone’s operating system.We’ll look at the universal methods that work on Android 8.0+ and iOS 12+, and give recommendations for optimizing connections to minimize audio delays and communication breaks.

1. Preparation of headphones for connection: charging and resetting

Before you pair the headphones, make sure the headphones are fully charged. The indicator on the case of the charging case should be white or green (depending on the model) - this signals 100% charge. If the indicator flashes red, connect the case to the power source for 15-20 minutes.

If the headphones have already been used with another device, reset the settings:

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the back of the case for 10-15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white alternately.
3. Open the case cover - the headphones will go into pairing mode (the indicators will flash white).

⚠️ Note: Redmi Airdots 3 Pro models reset via the Mi Earphones mobile app. Without it, you can not reset the settings through the button on the case.

If the indicators do not respond to the button holding, check:

• 🔋 Case charge (plug in charge for 5 minutes and try again).
• 🧲 Presence of magnetic interference (remove metal objects from the case).
• 📱 Smartphone compatibility (some older Android 7.0 models may require a Bluetooth stack upgrade).

2. Step-by-step instruction: connecting to Android

On smartphones Xiaomi, Samsung, Realme and others with Android 8.0+, the pairing process is the same:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and activate the module.
2. Remove the headphones from the case – they will automatically go into pairing mode (indicators flash white).
3. In the list of available devices, find Redmi Airdots_R or Redmi Airdots_3_Pro (The name depends on the model and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing on the smartphone screen.

If the device is not listed:

Make sure Bluetooth is on on your phone |

Check the headphone charge (the indicator should flash white) |

Reboot the phone's Bluetooth module (turn off/on) |

Delete old headphone records in Settings → Bluetooth → Saved devices

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On Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12+, after connecting, a pop-up will appear with a suggestion to install the Mi Earphones app. Its installation is optional, but it is recommended for:

• 🎛️ Equalizer and sound settings.
• 🔋 Displaying the level of charge of headphones.
• 🔄 Firmware updates (relevant for Airdots 3 Pro).

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If the headphones are connected only one by one, take both from the case and wait until they synchronize with each other (the indicators will stop blinking alternately).

3. iPhone (iOS) connection: nuances and limitations

On the iPhone, the pairing process is similar to Android, but there are important differences:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Get your headphones out of the case – they will appear on the list as Redmi. Airdots_....
3. Slip the name and wait for the message "Connected".

However, on iOS, you will face limitations:

• 🚫 No display of the charge level of the headphones (case only).
• 🚫 Double-touch music control does not work (only answering calls).
• 🚫 Codecs. AAC or instead of aptX (may make the sound worse).

⚠️ Attention: On iPhone with iOS 16+ You may have problems automatically syncing your left/right earphone. If you only have one, put both back in the case, close the lid for 10 seconds, and reconnect.

To improve connection stability on iOS:

1. Forget the device in Bluetooth settings (Settings → Bluetooth → “i” next to the name → “Forget this device”).
2. Reboot the iPhone.
3. Reconduct the pairing.

4. Problem Solving: Headphones don't connect

If Redmi Airdots don’t appear in the list of devices or connect with errors, check:

If the problem persists, try an alternative method of connecting:

1. On the phone, turn on Developer Mode (Settings → About Phone → Assembly Number – tap 7 times).
2. Return to Settings → System → Developer Mode and activate Bluetooth AVRCP version 1.6.
3. Reboot the phone and repeat the pairing.

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On Redmi Airdots 3 Pro models, be sure to update the firmware through the Mi Earphones app for stable operation – this eliminates 80% of connection problems.

5. Connection optimization: how to reduce sound delays

Sound delays (lags) when watching videos or games are a common problem TWS-There are several ways for Redmi Airdots to reduce latency:

• 🎵 Use the aptX Low Latency codec (only available on Android with aptX support).
• 📱 Enable Game Mode in Bluetooth Settings (on Xiaomi: Settings) → Bluetooth → Headphone settings → Game mode).
• 🔄 Turn off Absolute Volume in Bluetooth settings (may cause volume control conflicts).

On iOS, it’s almost impossible to reduce lag due to system limitations, and the only working way is to use a wired headphone or Bluetooth adapter with aptX LL (like the Creative BT-W5).

To test the delay, use the applications:

• SoundAbout (Android) – shows the current codec and latency.
• Bluetooth Latency Test (iOS/Android) – measures lag in milliseconds.

⚠️ Note: On Redmi Airdots 2 and older, the delay when watching YouTube videos can reach 200-300 ms. To synchronize sound and video, use players with manual delay adjustment (for example, use players with manual delay adjustment, VLC).

6. Headphone control: gestures and voice assistant

The control functions depend on the Redmi Airdots model:

To change the purpose of gestures on Airdots 3 Pro:

1. Install the Mi Earphones app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Put the headphones on the phone.
3. Open the app and go to Settings → Gesture Management.
4. Choose an action for double touch or hold.

On Android, you can set up a Google Assistant or Alice call (on Xiaomi) via double-touch. On iOS, this feature only works with Siri.

7. firmware update: when and how to do it

Redmi Airdots firmware affects connection stability, sound quality and uptime, and updates are rare, but are recommended for:

• 🔊 The appearance of wheezing or distortion of sound.
• 🔄 Frequent breaks in the connection.
• 🕒 Significant reduction in working hours.

For update:

1. Install the Mi Earphones app.
2. Put the headphones on the phone.
3. Open the application and go to Settings → Firmware Update.
4. If a new version is available, follow the instructions on the screen.

⚠️ Warning: Do not interrupt the upgrade process or remove the headphones from the case, which can lead to loss of communication between the left and right earphones, which will require contacting the service center.

The last known firmware version for the Redmi Airdots 3 Pro is V1.7.0.8 (released March 2023).

• Problems with headphone synchronization.
• Sound delays in Game Mode.
• Errors of connecting to iOS 16+.

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