Update firmware Xiaomi Air 2: all the ways and instructions

Xiaomi Air 2 wireless headphones (also known as Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) remain popular despite the release of new models due to balanced sound, low latency and convenience. However, for stable operation and access to new features (for example, improved noise making or connectivity optimization), regular firmware updates are required. In this article, we will analyze all current ways of updating, including official and alternative methods, and also consider typical errors and their solutions.

It is important to understand that the upgrade procedure for Xiaomi Air 2 is different from other models (e.g. Air). 2S Air 3 - no support for this OTA-All manipulations are done through the Mi Home app (or Mi Fit in some regions) or manually through the PC. If you have never updated your headphone firmware, we recommend you follow the instructions carefully to avoid losing communication with the device or resetting your settings.

1.Preparation for the update: what to do in advance

Before you start the update, make sure all the preconditions are met, which minimizes the risk of failure and speeds up the process.

• 📱 Install the latest version of Mi Home.The app must be at least 6.5.400 (check in Google Play or App Store).Older versions may not support firmware for Air 2.
• 🔋 Charge headphones and case. The charge level should be at least 50% - when discharged during the update, the device can go into recovery mode.
• 📶 Stable Internet connection. The upgrade weighs 10 to 15 MB, but interrupting the download will lead to an error. Use Wi-Fi, not mobile Internet.
• 🔄 Disable other Bluetooth devices. Connection conflicts can prevent the earbuds from syncing correctly with the app.

Also check out the current firmware version of your Xiaomi Air 2.

1. Open Mi Home and connect to the headphones.
2. Go to the Device Profile → Settings (⚙️) → Device information.
3. Find the firmware version string. Current for 2026 is 2.7.1.0 or higher.

⚠️ Note: If your firmware is older than 2.5.0.0, it will take longer to update and there is a risk of failure. In this case, we recommend using the manual method via a PC (described in section 4).

2. Update via the Mi Home app (official way)

This is the easiest and most recommended method, but it only works if:

• 🌍 Your region is supported (earphones are tied to servers in China, Europe or India).
• 📲 The Mi Home app correctly defines the model as M2004J19C (code-code).
• 🔄 Headphones are connected to the application and appear in the list of devices.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Mi Home and select your Xiaomi Air 2 from the main menu.
2. Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings in upper right corner.
3. Select Firmware Update (or Firmware Update in English).
4. If a new version is available, click Update and confirm the action.
5. Wait until the process is complete (the headphones will flash white and red).

It takes 3-7 minutes. Once complete, the headphones will automatically restart and you will hear an audible beep. If the update is stuck in Preparation... for more than 10 minutes, restart the headphones (hold the button on the case for 15 seconds), then try again.

3.Typical update errors and their solutions

Even when following the instructions, users often face problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

If new problems have appeared after the update (for example, the sound in one earphone has disappeared or the quality of communication has deteriorated), try:

• 🔄 Reset headphone settings to factory (Settings) → Reset at Mi Home).
• 📱 Reconnect the headphones to the phone manually via Bluetooth menu.
• 🔋 Fully discharge and charge headphones (sometimes helps with calibration failures).

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones start to shut down or don't sync after the update, check the firmware version. Most likely, a beta version (e.g. 2.8.0.0) has been installed, which may contain bugs).

4 Manual firmware update via PC (alternative method)

If the official method does not work (for example, due to regional restrictions or server errors), you can update the firmware manually.

• 💻 Windows computer 10/11 macOS.
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C for connecting the case.
• 📁 Firmware in.bin format (you can download on the official Xiaomi website or forums like this) XDA Developers).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool or QFil (for firmware through the EDL-regime).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for Xiaomi Air 2 (for example, m2004j19c_fw_v2.7.1.0.bin). Make sure the version is newer than the current one!
2. Install drivers: For Windows: download and install Qualcomm QDLoader drivers (required for the first time) EDL-For macOS: use the libusb utility.
3. Activate. EDL-Headphone mode: Turn off the headphones (put in the case, close the lid). Press the button on the case and connect it to the PC via USB. Hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the Qualcomm port appears. HS-USB QDLoader 9008 in Device Manager.
4. Flush the firmware through the Mi Flash Tool: Select the downloaded.bin file in the Select field. Press Refresh - the program must detect the device. Press Flash and wait until it is completed (don't turn off USB!).

After successful firmware, the headphones will automatically restart. If the process ends with a "Flash failed" error, check:

• 🔌 Correct connection (port) USB 2.0 is preferred over 3.0).
• 📁 Firmware file integrity (hop it over).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool (use 2020.3.14.0 or later).

5. rolling back firmware to the previous version

If critical bugs (such as persistent communication interruptions or distorted sound) appear after the update, you can return the old firmware version.

1. Download the desired firmware version (for example, 2.5.0.0 is stable for most regions).
2. Connect your headphones to the PC in EDL-mode (as in section 4).
3. In the Mi Flash Tool, select the Clean All and Lock option.
4. Sweep through the old firmware and wait for the reboot.

Please note that rollbacks can lead to:

• ⚠️ Loss of settings (for example, binding to your Mi Account).
• ⚠️ Incompatibility with new Mi Home features (e.g. customization of gestures).
• ⚠️ Deteriorating stability when connecting to new devices (e.g. Android 14 or iOS 17).

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Before rolling back the firmware, back up your headphone settings: in Mi Home, go to Device Profile → Settings → Export settings. This will help you quickly restore your personal settings after you have firmware.

6. Verification of success of update and optimization of work

After updating the firmware, we recommend you to follow several steps to make sure that the headphones work correctly:

1. Check the firmware version in Mi Home (Device Information section).
2. Test the basic functions: 🎵 Sound quality (bass, high frequencies). 🔄 Synchronization between headphones (are there delays). 📞 Stability of communication when calling.

Reset the settings.

Settings → Additional → Resetting settings

If everything works correctly, you can start optimizing:

• 🔊 Customize the equalizer in Mi Home to your preferences (e.g., boost basses for music or reduce them for podcasts).
• 🎮 Activate Low Delay Mode (Settings) → Game mode) for watching videos or games.
• 🔋 Turn off automatic shutdown when idle if you use headphones for long calls.

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After updating the firmware, always reset the headphones – this eliminates most software conflicts and improves the stability of the work.

7. Frequent questions about updating Xiaomi Air 2