Connecting wireless headphones to Xiaomi phone via Bluetooth: full instruction

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life – they allow you to listen to music, answer calls and watch videos without entangled wires. TWS-In this article, we will analyze not only the basic pairing procedure, but also the nuances of the configuration for different models of headphones (Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless, Haylou, etc.), and also solve typical problems - from the lack of sound to constant communication interruptions.

The feature of Xiaomi phones (including the Redmi, POCO and Mi lines) is the MIUI shell, which can make adjustments to the standard connection process. For example, some firmware versions require additional permission to access geodata for Bluetooth to work, which is often overlooked. We will take into account all such moments to make your headphones work the first time.

1. Preparation of headphones and telephone for pairing

Before you start connecting, make sure both devices are ready to interact: the headphones should be charged (at least 30% of the battery), and the phone is freed from background tasks that can interfere with finding devices.

For most Xiaomi models (Redmi Buds 4 Pro, Mi AirDots Pro 2, etc.), the pairing mode activation occurs automatically when first removed from the case.

• 🔋 Charging the case: connect the case to the power source for 10-15 minutes, even if the indicator shows charge.
• 📱 Cleaning up Bluetooth cache on your phone: go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three dots (menu) → Show system-based → Bluetooth, then press Clear Cache.
• 🔄 Reset headphones: For most models, press the button on the case (or touchpad on headphones) for 10-15 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.

⚠️ Note: If your headphones were previously connected to an iOS device (such as an iPhone), before pairing with Xiaomi, perform "Forget this device" in the Bluetooth settings on the iPhone. Otherwise, there may be a conflict of profiles. A2DP.

2. Step-by-step instruction for connecting via Bluetooth

Now, the pairing process itself is universal for all Xiaomi smartphones based on MIUI 12-14, but may be slightly different for older versions (for example, MIUI 11 and below).

1. Activate Bluetooth on your phone: Open Settings → Connections & Sharing → Bluetooth and move the slider to the “On” position. Alternatively, swipe down the screen to open the Quick Settings Panel and press the Bluetooth icon.
2. Translate the headphones to pairing mode: Remove the headphones from the case (they must automatically turn on). If the indicator on the case or headphones does not flash white / blue, press the touch panel or button for 3-5 seconds.
3. Find headphones in the list of devices: In the Bluetooth menu on the phone will appear the name of your headphones (for example, "Redmi Buds 3 Lite").
4. Confirm pairing: If you receive a request for code confirmation (usually 0000 or 1234), enter it. In most cases, the code is not required - just click "Connect".

Once you've successfully connected, the Bluetooth device list will have a "Connected for Sound and Calling" status, and if you see "Connected for Calls Only" instead, you'll have no A2DP profile (responsible for music transfer) activated, and the solution to this problem is described in the troubleshooting section.

3. Customize Bluetooth sound and profiles after connecting

Xiaomi defaults to the headphones in the basic mode, but for full use, you need to adjust several settings, especially for models that support aptX or LC3 codecs (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro).

Go to Settings → Sound and Vibration → Bluetooth Sound Quality and select the best codec:

• 🎵 SBC: universal codec, works with all devices, but with mediocre quality.
• 🔊 AAC: Best for music, supported by all Xiaomi and Apple devices.
• 🚀 aptX/aptX HD: High quality, but requires support from headphones (e.g. Mi True Wireless) 2S).
• ⚡ LC3: New codec for Bluetooth 5.2+, sparingly consumes the battery.

It is also recommended to enable the option of "Double audio" (in the same audio settings) if you want to use the headphones at the same time as a speaker or other device.

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If the sound is interrupted after you connect, try turning off the Absolute Volume feature in the developer settings. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times), then Settings → Additional → For Developers, and deactivate the option to Turn off Absolute Volume Bluetooth.

4. Solving Connection Problems

Even if you follow the instructions correctly, you can have failures, and let's look at the most common mistakes and how to fix them.

4.1 Phone can't see headphones

If the headphones are not displayed in the list of available devices:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone and headphones (put the headphones back in the case, close the lid, wait 10 seconds, then remove again).
• 📵 Make sure the headphones aren’t connected to another device (like a laptop or tablet).
• 🛠️ Update the phone firmware: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.

4.2 Connection interrupted or sound lost

The reasons can be different – from interference to conflict profiles:

• 📶 Check the distance to the phone (optimally no more than 10 meters without obstacles).
• 🔋 Headphones under 20 percent charge can cause communication failures.
• 🎛️ In Bluetooth settings, turn off the option "Automatic Shutdown of Audio Devices" (if any).

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro) have a Bluetooth 5.0 bug where the headphones turn off when the screen is locked.Solution: Turn off Bluetooth battery optimization in Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → Bluetooth.

4.3 The sound is only in one earphone

This is a typical problem for TWS-It's a true wireless stereo:

• 🔄 Return both earphones to the case, then remove them again.
• 🧹 Clean contacts on headphones and in the case with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.
• 🔧 Reset the headphone settings (see Section 1).

5. Optimization of wireless headphones on Xiaomi

To maximize sound quality and connection stability, use these tips:

• 🔋 Turn off battery savings for Bluetooth: in Settings → Battery → Optimize your battery and find Bluetooth and select "No Limits".
• 🎧 Use proprietary software: for Xiaomi headphones (Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless), install the Mi Earphones app from Google Play. It allows you to configure the equalizer, gestures and check the charge level.
• 📱 Update the firmware of headphones: some models (for example, Xiaomi Buds) 3T Pro support software updates through Xiaomi Wear app.
• 🚫 Avoid interference: Do not use headphones near microwaves, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi routers, or other electromagnetic wave sources.

For Xiaomi models with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and later (for example, Xiaomi 12 Pro, Redmi K50 Pro), Bluetooth LE Audio is available, which reduces the sound latency to 20 ms. To activate it, upgrade the phone to MIUI 14 and connect compatible headphones (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro).

6. Features of connection for different models Xiaomi

While the overall connection algorithm is the same, some Xiaomi smartphones have unique nuances, and let’s look at some of the most popular devices:

For phones with infrared ports (such as the Xiaomi Mi 10T), you can use headphones in Low Lag mode for games, activated in the audio settings when the device is connected.

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If your phone is based on MediaTek (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M3), Avoid using the aptX codec, which can cause cracking in sound — AAC.

7. How to disable or remove headphones from your phone memory

If you no longer plan to use headphones or want to connect them to another device, you need to turn them off correctly. Simply tapping "Disable" in the Bluetooth menu is not enough - the device will remain in the phone's memory and can automatically connect again.

To completely remove the headphones:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
2. Find your headphones in the list and click on the gear (⚙️) near-name.
3. Select "Delete this device" or "Forget".
4. Confirm the action.

After that, the headphones will be reset, and you will need to re-activate the pairing mode (see section 2).

⚠️ Attention: Some Xiaomi firmware may have a "ghost" connection after removing the device, which makes the new headphones reluctant to mate. In this case, resetting the network settings: Settings → The phone. → Resetting settings → Resetting Wi-Fi, Mobile Network and Bluetooth.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting headphones to Xiaomi