How to reset Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds to factory settings: the full guide

Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds have become a popular choice thanks to a combination of sound quality, convenient ergonomics and affordable price. However, even the most reliable equipment sometimes requires a reboot: headphones can start to malfunction, not sync with each other or refuse to connect to the device.

The reset procedure removes all saved settings, including connection history, equalizer settings and firmware data (if not fixed in non-volatile memory). It is important to understand that after reset, Mi True Wireless headphones will return to the “out of the box” state – they will have to reconnect to the smartphone, configure gestures and update the firmware if necessary. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of reset, including hardware (through buttons) and software (through the Mi Home application), and also consider typical errors and their solutions.

When you need to reset headphones Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds

Factory resets are not the first thing you should do when you have a problem, but often problems are solved by simply rebooting your smartphone, cleaning your Bluetooth cache, or updating your headphone firmware.

• 🔄 The headphones do not sync with each other (one works, the second does not, or both blink alternately).
• 📱 The device is not found in the list of available Bluetooth devices, despite the enabled search mode.
• 🔊 The sound is interrupted or distorted, and the problem is not related to the source (checked on multiple devices).
• ⚡ Headphones do not charge or display the charge level incorrectly (for example, show 100% when the battery is discharged).
• 🤖 Failures after firmware updates, when the headphones stopped responding correctly to commands.

If you're facing one of these problems, try a soft reboot first: put your headphones in the case, close the lid, wait 10 seconds, then remove them and try to reconnect. If that doesn't work, start resetting.

Preparation for resetting: what to do in advance

Before you drop the Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds, follow a few steps to avoid additional problems:

1. Check the charge level. Make sure that the case has at least 30% charge and the headphones are at least 10% charged. Resetting when the battery is discharged can damage the firmware.
2. Turn off your headphones from all devices. Go to your Bluetooth settings on your smartphone, find Mi True Wireless Earbuds, and select Forget Device (or Disconnect).
3. Prepare the Mi Home app (if you plan to reset through it) and upgrade to the latest version on Google Play or the App Store.

Pay special attention to the charge point. If the battery is discharged to 0%, first recharge the headphones in the case for at least 15-20 minutes. Otherwise, the reset process may interrupt, and you will have to contact the service center.

Method 1: Hardware reset through buttons on the case

This is the most versatile method that works even if the headphones are not connected to the phone or the Mi Home app can not see them. 2S.

Algorithm of action:

1. Put both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Connect the case to a power source (for example, to charge from a smartphone). This is mandatory - without a connection to the power, the reset will not start.
3. Open the case cover. The headphones should start flashing white.
4. Press and hold the button on the back of the case (usually located under the Mi logo) for 10-15 seconds.
5. The indicator on the case will start flashing red and white alternately - this is a signal of the beginning of the reset.
6. Release the button and close the lid. After 30-60 seconds, the reset will be completed (the indicator will go out or light up even white).

If the indicator doesn’t flash red, try:

• 🔌 Reconnect the case to charging (sometimes contact is broken).
• 🔄 Repeat the procedure by holding the button for longer (20 seconds).
• 📱 Make sure the headphones aren’t connected to your phone (turn off Bluetooth).

Method 2: Reset via Mi Home application (software method)

If the headphones connect to the phone but are unstable, you can reset through the official Mi Home app. This method is softer than the hardware and saves some of the settings (for example, firmware data).

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Mi Home app and make sure the headphones are connected to your account.
2. Go to the Profile section → My devices and choose Mi True Wireless Earbuds.
3. Slip the gear icon (settings) in the upper right corner.
4. Scroll down and find Reset (or Restore Factory Settings).
5. Confirm the action. The headphones will reset, and the indicator on the case will flash blue.

After discharge:

• 🔄 The headphones will automatically reconnect to the phone (if Bluetooth was turned on).
• 📲 Mi Home app may require re-setting gestures and equalizer.
• ⚠️ If after resetting the headphones did not appear in the list of devices, perform a hardware reset (method 1).

Note that in some versions of the Mi Home app, the reset point may be in the Additional or About Device subsection. If you don't find an option, upgrade to the latest version.

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If after reset via Mi Home, the headphones continue to work unstable, try removing them from the application (Delete the device), then perform a hardware reset and connect again.

Table: Comparison of discharge methods

The choice of method depends on the situation:

If the headphones do not connect to the phone - use a hardware reset.

If you have access to the Mi Home, but the headphones are buggy - try a software reset.

What to do after resetting: setting up and connecting

After a successful reset, Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds headphones will return to factory settings.

1. Setup in Mi Home: 🏠 Open the app and wait for automatic headphone detection. ⚙️ Go to the device settings to set up: - Gestures (e.g. double touch for playback/pause). - Equalizer (select preset or manually set up). - Update firmware (if available).

Checking of operability

• 🎵 Turn on music and check the synchronization of the sound in both headphones.
• 🔋 Make sure the charge indicator in the case is displayed correctly.

If one of the headphones does not work after connection:

⚠️ Warning: Try removing both earbuds from the case, put them back and close the lid for 10 seconds. Then pull them out and wait for the synchronization (the indicators should flash synchronously). If the problem persists, repeat the hardware reset.

Typical errors and their solutions

Even if the reset is done correctly, there can be problems, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them:

If none of these things worked, maybe the problem is a hardware malfunction.

• 🔧 Contact the Xiaomi service center (if headphones are guaranteed).
• 🛒 Check the case and headphones for physical damage (blown batteries, oxidized contacts).

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If after reset, Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds headphones do not turn on or respond to charging, do not try to disassemble them yourself - this can lead to final breakdown.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earbuds