Modern wireless headphones require regular attention from the owner to ensure stable operation and high sound quality. The software update Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2s often solves problems with channel desynchronization, improves noise reduction and extends battery life. Many users ignore this process, believing that the device is working normally, but hidden bugs can accumulate over time.
The firmware process is not complicated, but requires a certain sequence of actions to prevent technical failures. Owners of the model, also known as Mi Earbuds Basic 2, need to know that the update is not through the standard Bluetooth menu of the smartphone, but through a specialized application. Neglect of safety rules when updating can cause the headphones to stop responding to commands.
In this guide, we will discuss in detail all the stages of preparation, installation of a new version of the software and possible ways to restore the health in the event of errors. The stability of the connection depends on the relevance of the microcode sewn into the chips of the headset.
⚠️ Before starting the procedure, make sure that the charge of the case and the headphones themselves is at least 50% to avoid sudden shutdown at a critical moment.
Preparation for the renewal procedure
The first step is to ensure a stable Internet connection on your smartphone, as the firmware file will be downloaded directly at the time of installation. Wi-Fi connection is preferable to mobile Internet to prevent download breaks due to unstable signal.
Make sure your mobile device has the latest version of Android or iOS. Older versions of the OS may not properly support the current data protocols used by the headphone management app.
It is important to determine the exact model of your headphones in advance, as there are many similar devices in the Xiaomi lineup. Airdots Pro 2s is often confused with the first version of the Pro or the regular version of 2s without the Pro console, but the firmware is not compatible for them. Installation of software can turn the device into a “brick”.
- 📱 Charge your smartphone to at least 40% for stable Bluetooth.
- 🔋 Put the headphones in the case and close the lid to go into standby mode.
- 📶 Turn it off. VPN-Services if they are active so that Xiaomi servers can see your real life IP.
- 📲 Remove old cached data from the headphone management app if it has already been installed.
☑️ Readiness for renewal
Required applications and tools
The official tool for managing and updating these headphones is the Mi Earbuds app (formerly known as Xiaomi Earbuds) available on the Google Play Store for Android and the App Store for iOS. The use of third-party utilities is not recommended, as they do not have access to closed Xiaomi update servers.
Once installed, you must provide all the permissions you request, including geolocation and Bluetooth. Without permission to geolocate in Android smartphones, the app simply won’t see your headphones due to system security constraints.
Inside the app, you'll see a list of compatible devices. If your Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2s has previously been paired with a phone, they must be determined automatically. Otherwise, the pairing required through the standard Bluetooth menu before launching the application.
Where to download the application for iPhone?
Step-by-step instructions for updating
Run the Mi Earbuds app and wait until it detects the connected headphones. The home screen will display the current charge level of the left and right earphone, as well as the software version. If a new version is available, a red dot or Update button will appear next to the firmware number.
Press the start button. The phone will alert you that the headphones will go into special mode and the sound will not play. Confirm the action. At this point, the headphone indicators may start flashing green or white, signaling the process of recording data.
Do not open the case cover or remove the headphones during the process. Interrupting data transmission can damage the bootloader of the device. Wait for the message of successful completion, after which the headphones automatically restart.
Sequence of action:
1.Open Mi Earbuds
2. Select the device
3. Press "Firmware Update"
4. Confirm action
5. Wait 100%.💡
The most important step is not to interrupt the connection between the phone and the headphones until the success message appears, even if the process seems to be 90% hung.
Checking the current version of the software
Before you start active actions, manually check the status of updates. In the Mi Earbuds app, go to the settings of a particular device (usually a gear icon or model name), find the "firmware version" or "Firmware version".
Compare the version number to the current information in the official Xiaomi forum or in the description of the update in the app store. Often users try to “update” a device that already has the latest version, which leads to confusion.
If the version number shows up as "Unknown" or dashboards, try reconnecting the headphones. Take them out of the case, put them back, close the lid and wait 5 seconds, then open the app again. This will update the handshake protocol between devices.
| Parameter | Normal condition | Problem state |
|---|---|---|
| Indicator | Blinks on update | Burning constantly or not burning |
| Sound. | Absent. | I hear noise or crackling. |
| Status in the annex | Connected | Disconnected / Unknown |
| Time of the process | 2-5 minutes | More than 10 minutes. |
Possible mistakes and ways to solve them
One of the most common problems is the Update failed or Connection lost error, which can be due to weak Bluetooth signal or interference from other wireless devices. Try to approach the router or move to another room, away from microwave ovens and USB 3.0 ports.
If the update hangs on a certain percentage (for example, 30% or 80%) for more than 10 minutes, you need to reset the headphones. To do this, press the touch panels on both headphones (either in or out of the case, depending on the model) for 20-30 seconds before the display appears.
After reset, remove the device from the Bluetooth list in your phone settings (“Forget the device”). Then re-pair and try to update again through the application, often solving the problem of desynchronizing data packets.
⚠️ Note: If after an unsuccessful update, the headphones stopped turning on, place them in the case and connect the case to the charging on the 30-40 After a few minutes, try to activate them again.
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If the update is constantly broken, try to disable data transfer on the smartphone over the mobile network, leaving only Wi-Fi so that the application does not try to switch between networks.
Features of the model Airdots Pro 2s
Xiaomi Airdots Pro 2s (Mi Earbuds Basic 2) has unique features that set it apart from its predecessors, including a newer chipset that requires specific drivers to properly operate Active Noise Reduction (ENC), which is why updating the firmware for this model is critical for call quality.
Users note that sensors often improve after an update, and previously there may have been occasional pauses when adjusting the earphone in the ear or too sensitive volume control, and the new firmware calibrates the accelerometer and proximity sensors.
Also worth noting is the support for the AAC codec on a higher bitrate after the upgrade, which is especially noticeable for iPhone owners, since Apple devices use this codec to transmit sound. The basic SBC codec can sound worse without the correct firmware optimization.
- 🎧 Improved stability of connection in places of congestion of people.
- 🔇 Optimized algorithm of microphones in the wind.
- ⚡ Reduced energy consumption in standby mode.
- 🔊 The volume balance between left and right channel is corrected.
Resetting settings after update
After successful installation of the new version of the software, it is recommended to perform a complete reset of the headphone settings, this is necessary so that the old configuration files that may contain errors are completely deleted and replaced with new factory settings.
To perform the reset, place the headphones in the charge case. Make sure the lid is open. Press and hold the function buttons (or touch zones, depending on the revision) on both headphones simultaneously for 20 seconds. Indicators should blink several times and go out, which signals a reset.
Then remove the device from your smartphone’s Bluetooth list and pair it again as if you just bought headphones, ensuring that all the new features added in the update work correctly.