How to Update Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Pro Firmware – All Ways 2026

Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Pro is a popular one TWS-headphones ANC It's also adaptive, but it's very responsive, and it's very responsive, and it's very often updated to fix bugs, improve communication, and add new features, like optimization for games or advanced noise reduction. How to check the current version of the software, which applications support firmware, and what to do if the headphones “hang” during the update?

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to update Redmi Buds. 3 Pro – from automatic via Mi Fit/Life To manual with the use of PC. special attention will be paid to typical errors (for example, code). 10004 Or download it indefinitely, and how to fix it. If you're having a problem after you update, there's a little bit of a problem at the end of the article. FAQ solution-wise.

Why it’s important to update the Redmi Buds 3 Pro firmware

Firmware (firmware) in headphones Xiaomi Redmi Buds 3 Pro is responsible not only for basic work, but also for key functions:

  • 🎧 Sound quality: Updates optimize equalizer, add presets (for example, for classical music or podcasts) and improve low-frequency processing.
  • 🔇 ANC and transparent mode: new versions of the software reduce the noise level of microphones and increase the efficiency of noise reduction in transport.
  • 🎮 Sound delay: critical for gamers - firmware after 1.7.0.4 reduces lag to 80 ms in game mode.
  • 🔋 Autonomy: Battery consumption bug fixes can increase your life by 10-15%.

Xiaomi also regularly closes security vulnerabilities, such as version 1.4.0.8, which fixes a bug that allows you to connect to headphones without user confirmation, and by skipping updates, you risk not only functionality, but also privacy.

⚠️ Warning: After upgrading to 1.8.0.0 and higher, some users note a reset of the user's equalizer settings. Save screenshots of current presets in Mi Fit → Sound settings to quickly restore them.

How to check the current version of the firmware

Before you update Redmi Buds 3 Pro, make sure you don’t have the latest version of the software.

Method 1: Using the Mi Fit (Mi Life) app

  1. Open Mi Fit (or Mi Life for new devices)
  2. Go to the Profile section → My devices. → Redmi Buds 3 Pro.
  3. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) top-right.
  4. Select Device Information – here will be the firmware version line.

Method 2: Through the headphone menu (without a phone)

If the app doesn’t connect, check the version manually:

  1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
  2. Press and hold the button on the case for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
  3. Open the case cover – the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode, and the voice assistant will voice the current firmware version (for example, “1.7.0.4”).

Compare your version with the latest current releases in the table below:

POS versionRelease dateKey developments
1.8.0.0March 2026Improved. ANC for voice calls, fix bug with connection to Windows 11
1.7.0.4December 2023Added game mode with a delay of 80 ms, optimized battery consumption
1.6.0.2September 2023Corrected artifacts of sound at high volume, updated algorithm for noise reduction
1.5.0.8June 2023Added support LDAC, Improved compatibility with iOS
📊 What version of the firmware are you using?
1.8.0.0 or later
1.7.0.4
1.6.0.2
Old version (below 1.6)
I don't know.

How to Upgrade Redmi Buds 3 Pro

Xiaomi offers three official firmware update methods for Redmi Buds 3 Pro. The choice depends on your device and the current version of the software:

The easiest and safest way, but requires a stable internet connection and the latest version of the app.

Download the latest version of Mi Fit from [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/ru/app/mi-fit/id963439466) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xiaomi.hm.health)

Connect Redmi Buds 3 Pro to your phone via Bluetooth

The charge of the case should be at least 50%

Make sure the headphones are near the phone (within a 1m radius)

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  1. Open Mi Fit and go to the Profile section → Redmi Buds 3 Pro.
  2. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) and select the firmware update.
  3. If a new version is available, click Update and confirm the action.
  4. Wait for the process to be completed (about 5-10 minutes). Do not turn off Bluetooth or close the case cover!

After a successful upgrade, the headphones will automatically restart and you will hear voice confirmation (e.g., "Update complete").

Method 2: Update via Mi Home (for users of the Xiaomi ecosystem)

If you have other Xiaomi devices (like a smartphone or smartwatch), you can use the Mi Home:

  1. Open Mi Home and add Redmi Buds 3 Pro to your device list (if they aren’t already connected).
  2. Go to the Devices. → Redmi Buds 3 Pro → Settings (⚙️) → Firmware update.
  3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Unlike Mi Fit, you may need to confirm through your Xiaomi account.

⚠️ Note: In Mi Home, updates can appear with a delay of up to 2 weeks compared to Mi Fit.If you need the latest firmware, use the first method.

Method 3: Manual updates via PC (for power users)

If the automatic update doesn't work (e.g., due to error 10004), you can manually flash the headphones through your computer.

  • 💻 Windows PC 10/11 macOS;
  • 🔌 Cable USB Type-C for connecting the case;
  • 📥 Official firmware file (you can download it on Xiaomi website).

Step-by-step:

  1. Download the archive with firmware for Redmi Buds 3 Pro (e.g, RB3Pro_V1.8.0.0.zip).
  2. Unpack the archive and run the MiFlashPro.exe file.
  3. Connect the case with headphones to the PC open (the indicator should burn white).
  4. In the program, select the port (usually). COM3 or COM4) and press Refresh.
  5. Download the firmware file (.bin) and press Start.
  6. Wait until it's done (about 3-5 minutes). The case will reset, the indicator will flash green.
What if the PC doesn’t see the case?
If the program does not detect the device: 1. Install the Qualcomm QDLoader driver. 2. USB-port (preferably) USB Reset the case by holding the 15-second button until flashing red.

Common Update Errors and Solutions

Even when following the instructions, users often encounter problems, and consider the most common errors and ways to fix them:

Error 10004: “I couldn’t connect to the device”

The reason: Bluetooth connection conflict or outdated version of Mi Fit.

  • 📱 Update the Mi Fit app to the latest version.
  • 🔄 Reconnect the headphones: Forget the device in Bluetooth settings, then add it again.
  • 🔋 Make sure the charge of the case is over 30%.
  • 📶 Switch to another Wi-Fi network (sometimes port locking interferes with firmware loading).

Error 20001: "Firmware file corrupted"

It occurs when you manually update through a PC.

  • 🗑️ Download the firmware again (maybe the file has not been fully downloaded).
  • 🖥️ Run MiFlashPro.exe on behalf of the administrator.
  • 🔌 Use the original cable USB Type-C (cheap cables may not provide stable connection).

Headphones are suspended at the stage of “Update... 99%”

If the process is stalled in the last phase:

  1. Wait 10-15 minutes – sometimes it takes extra time to complete.
  2. If the case indicator is burning red, remove the headphones from the case and put them back.
  3. Reset the case by holding the 10 seconds button.
  4. Repeat the update attempt.

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones stop turning on after reset (the indicator does not burn), connect the case to charging for 30 minutes. In 90% of cases, this solves the problem of "mild" failure.

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If after the update the sound disappeared in one headphone, reset: place both headphones in the case, hold the button 15 seconds until flashing red, then reconnect them to the phone.

What to do if the update fails

In rare cases, the firmware can go off, and the headphones will stop responding to buttons or connecting to the phone.

Step 1: Hard Reset (Hard Reset)

It will work if the headphones are turned on but not connected or work incorrectly:

  1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
  2. Hold the button on the case for 20 seconds until the indicator flashes red and white.
  3. Open the lid - the headphones will reset to the factory settings.

Step 2: Flashing through the PC

If the reset does not help, you will need a manual firmware:

  1. Download the full firmware (not incremental!) from the official website.
  2. Connect the case to the PC and start MiFlashPro.
  3. Select Clean All and Lock (complete rewriting) mode.
  4. Wait until the process is completed (up to 10 minutes).

Step 3: Contact the Service Center

If the headphones don't respond to the reset and are not detected by the PC, the Bluetooth controller may be damaged.

  • 📞 Contact Xiaomi Support by Phone 8 800 775-35-92 (Russia) or via online chat.
  • 📄 Prepare a check or warranty card (Redmi Buds 3 Pro warranty – 12 months).
  • 🔧 The service center can reflash the device through special equipment (for example, JTAG).

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If the headphones after a failed update squeak or flash red - this is a sign of damage to the bootloader. You can not fix this yourself, you need the intervention of the service center.

How to roll back the firmware to the previous version

Sometimes new versions of the software contain critical bugs (for example, in 1.7.0.4 some users complained about wheezing in the microphone). Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not provide an official way to roll back, but there are workarounds:

Method 1: Hand firmware of the old version

It will require:

  • 📁 Backup copy of old firmware (can be found on forums, for example, 4PDA).
  • 💻 MiFlashPro or Fastboot.

Algorithm:

  1. Download the archive with the desired version (for example, RB3Pro_V1.6.0.2.zip).
  2. Connect the case to the PC and run the firmware in Downgrade mode.
  3. After completion, reset the headphones (see section above).

⚠️ Note: Firmware rollback may result in the loss of features added in new versions (e.g., game mode or improved version). ANC). Xiaomi can also block rollbacks through activation servers.

Method 2: Waiting for an Official Patch

If the bug is massive, Xiaomi will usually release a hot update within 1-2 weeks.

  • 📢 Official Telegram-channel Xiaomi.
  • 🌐 Section Mi Community.

Security and Optimization Tips After Updating

To avoid problems after the update, follow these recommendations:

  • 🔋 Charging before upgrading: Make sure the case is at least 50% charged.If the charge is below 20%, the process may interrupt.
  • 📶 Stable connection: Use Wi-Fi, not mobile internet, to automatically upgrade (cliff risk below).
  • 🎧 Testing after the update: Check the work ANC, microphone and sound balance in both headphones.
  • 🔄 Resetting: If you notice lags, reset (see section above) – this clears the Bluetooth cache.

After upgrading to 1.8.0.0 and higher, some users report a deterioration in communication quality when connecting to two devices at the same time (for example, a phone). + Solution: Turn off Auto Connection in Bluetooth settings on a secondary device.

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To extend the life of the battery after the upgrade, once a month discharge the case to 0% and charge to 100% without interruption.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi Buds update 3 Pro

Can I upgrade my headphones without a phone (only from a PC)?
Yes, but only through manual firmware (see Method 3 under "Upgrade Methods"). USB Type-C and the official firmware file. Please note: without a phone, you will not be able to check the current version of the software - you will have to focus on the release date of the headphones or characteristics (for example, the presence of a game mode indicates a version at least 1.7.0.4).
Why did the sound disappear in one headphone after the update?
This problem is usually associated with improper synchronization between headphones. Solutions: Place both headphones in the case and wait until the indicator goes out (10-15 seconds). Take them out and wait for automatic connection. If it does not help, reset (hold the button on the case for 15 seconds). If the problem persists, check the physical cleanliness of the contacts in the case - sometimes oxidation interferes with charging one of the headphones.
How often do you get updates for Redmi Buds 3 Pro?
Xiaomi releases updates for Redmi Buds 3 Pro approximately every 3-4 months. Major releases (for example, with a new feature like the one that is not available). LDAC) They come out less often - every 6-8 months. To avoid missing the update: Enable notifications in Mi Fit (Settings) → Notifications → Firmware updates. Manually check the software version (see How to Check Current Version»).
Can I use Redmi Buds 3 Pro with custom firmware?
Technically possible, but highly discouraged: 🚫 Deprived of guarantees. 🔊 Can damage the hardware (e.g., burn down the Bluetooth controller). 📵 Often contain bugs, such as constant reconnection. If you lack features (such as equalizer customization), use third-party apps like Wavelet or Equalizer. FX — They work at the phone level and do not require interference with the firmware of headphones.
The update reset my settings. How do I restore them?
Unfortunately, after updating the firmware, the user settings (equalizer, gestures) are reset. You can restore them like this: Open Mi Fit and manually adjust the sound in the Sound section. → Equalizer. Reassign gestures to Settings. → Control. If you saved screenshots of your settings before the update, use them as a template. In future versions of the software, Xiaomi promises to add a backup feature for settings, but at the moment it is not available.