Connecting the headset to the Xiaomi phone via Bluetooth: instructions with pictures and tips

Why you can’t connect headphones to Xiaomi – and how to fix it

Did you get a new wireless headset, turn on Bluetooth on Xiaomi - but the devices don't see each other? Or does the connection constantly break down after 5 seconds, POCO The reasons can be different: from a banal discharged battery of headphones to a conflict of firmware phone with Bluetooth 5.2 protocol.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can connect, from standard pairing to manually adding a device through the Developer Settings, and what to do if Xiaomi doesn’t find the headset, the sound is interrupted, or the microphone is not working. Spoiler: 80% of the time, resetting the Bluetooth module or updating the headphone firmware helps.

Before you start, check out three key points:

• 🔋 Headset charge level (most models require a minimum of 20% for the first connection).
• 📱 Version. MIUI on the phone (on old assemblies before the MIUI 12 Could Be Bluetooth Bugs LE Audio).
• 🎧 Xiaomi compatible headset (e.g. AirDots optimized for Mi ecosystem, Sony optimized for Mi ecosystem) WH-1000XM5 You may need additional settings).

Preparing the phone and headset for connection

Before pairing devices, make sure both gadgets are ready to connect.

1. Update. MIUI In older firmware (especially on the Redmi Note). 8/9) There were Bluetooth bugs. 5.0, You can check the updates in Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system.
2. Clear the Bluetooth cache. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Three points (⋮) → Show system-based → Bluetooth, then press Storage. → Clear the cache.
3. Turn off battery savings for Bluetooth. in Settings → Battery → Energy Saving Apps Find Bluetooth and Set Up No Limits Mode.

Now, get the headset ready:

• 🔄 Reset the headphone settings (if they were already paired with another device) This is usually done by holding the power button for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes red/white.
• 🔊 Check the pairing mode. Most models need to hold the on button until the audible beep or voice message "Pairing mode" is given».
• 📦 If the headset is new, take it out of the case (some models, like the Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2, automatically turn on when removed).

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Xiaomi headphones often require a first connection via the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app. download it in advance from AppGallery or Google Play.

Standard headset connection via Bluetooth on Xiaomi

If you have never connected your headphones to this phone, follow the basic instructions:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth and turn on the switch.
2. Make sure the headset is in pairing mode (the indicator should flash blue/white).
3. In the list of available devices, find the name of your headset (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) and tap it.
4. Confirm the connection if a pairing request appears (sometimes you need to enter) PIN-code - default is 0000 or 1234).

When you successfully connect, next to the headset name, you'll see the sign "Connected." If it doesn't sound, check:

• 🔊 Loudness on phone and headphones (adjusted separately!).
• 🎵 Audio source: Some applications (e.g. YouTube Music) may block audio output to Bluetooth devices.
• 🔄 Reconnect the headset (turn off and turn on Bluetooth on your phone).

Bluetooth on your phone|Headset in pairing mode (flashing indicator)|Headphones charged (>20%)|Battery savings for Bluetooth are turned off|No active VPN (They can block the pairing)-->

Solving the problem: Xiaomi does not see the headset

If the phone doesn't find the headphones, the reasons could be both software and hardware.

Critical information for Xiaomi owners on Snapdragon processors 8 Gen 1/2: These chips have a hardware bug with Bluetooth LE Audio, which manifests itself as crack or cliffs, the solution is to disable Dual Audio in Bluetooth settings.

If none of these methods worked, try adding the device manually:

1. Go to Settings. → Bluetooth → Three points (⋮) → Additionally.
2. Select Add the device manually.
3. Enter. MAC-Headset address (usually indicated on the box or in the instructions).

Features of connecting headsets of different brands

Not all headphones connect to Xiaomi in the same way. Consider the nuances for popular brands:

1. Xiaomi headsets (AirDots, Buds, FlipBuds)

Mi True Wireless Earphones, Redmi Buds 3/4 others required:

• 📱 Install the Mi Home or Xiaomi Wear app to activate additional features (e.g. Game Mode to reduce audio delay).
• 🔄 Update the firmware of headphones through the same application (otherwise gestures may not work or ANC).
• 🎛️ Enable Bluetooth profile settings A2DP high-quality.

2.Apple AirPods (all generations)

While AirPods aren’t optimized for Android, they work with Xiaomi, but with limitations:

• 🔊 Automatic switching between devices will not work.
• 📊 The charge level of the headphones is only displayed in third-party applications (for example, AirBattery).
• 🎵 For firmware MIUI 13+ You may need to turn off the absolute volume in the Developer Settings.

3.Sony headsets, JBL, Bose

These brands often use proprietary codecs (LDAC, aptX), which may conflict with Xiaomi.Solutions:

• 🔧 In Bluetooth settings, select a profile SBC (Universal, but with less sound quality).
• 📲 Install the manufacturer’s app (such as Sony Headphones Connect) to manually configure codecs.

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For headsets with support for aptX Adaptive (for example, Sony) WH-1000XM4) Xiaomi with Snapdragon processor 888/8 Gen 1 You need to enable the option Enable aptX in the developer settings.

Customization of sound and microphone after connection

You successfully plugged in the headset, but the sound is quiet or the microphone is not transmitting voice?

1. Improvement of sound quality

V MIUI There are hidden options for optimizing audio:

• 🎧 Include Mi Sound Enhancer in Settings → Sound. → Sound quality (available on Redmi) K50, Xiaomi 12/13).
• 🔊 Turn off Absolute Volume in Developer Settings (this will allow you to adjust volume separately on your phone and headphones).
• 🎛️ For games, activate Game Turbo → Audio Boost (reduces sound latency to 80 ms).

2. Microphone setup

If the interviewer does not hear you:

1. In Bluetooth settings, tap on the connected headset → Audio settings → Choose the headset (HSP).
2. Check if the microphone is blocking your hair or cover.
3. For Xiaomi AirDots 3 Pro update the firmware through Xiaomi Wear – in the old version, the microphone could turn off in the wind.

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If the sound is going through the phone’s speaker during the call, rather than through the headset, switch the audio source manually: during the call, tap the speaker icon in the top notification panel and select your headphones.

Additional Features: Dual Audio, ANC gestures

Xiaomi offers some unique chips for working with Bluetooth headsets.

1. Dual Audio (Double Audio)

It allows you to connect two devices at the same time (for example, headphones and a speaker) and play sound on both.

1. Put the first headset on.
2. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth → Three points (⋮) → Dual Audio.
3. Connect the second device.

Limitation: The feature only works with headsets that support Bluetooth 5.0+.

Active noise cancellation (ANC)

For models Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, Buds 4 Pro and others with ANC:

• 🎧 Set up the noise reduction level in the Xiaomi Wear app (Adaptive, Transparent, Off modes are available).
• 🔋 ANC consumes a battery – with active use, headphones will discharge in 3-4 hours.

3. Gestures and customization

In the Xiaomi Wear app, you can reassign actions for:

• 👆 Double-touch (e.g. playback/pause or call for voice assistant).
• 👇 Retentions (track switching or switching on) ANC).

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting a headset to Xiaomi