How to connect Xiaomi headphones to your phone: instructions for all models (2026)

Xiaomi’s wireless and wired headphones are a popular accessory for smartphone owners, but their connection is not always smooth. Even if you bought headphones and a phone of the same brand, synchronization can require additional adjustments, especially when you first connect or after you reset your phone. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways of connecting, from classic Bluetooth to fast connection via NFC, and also solve the typical problems when devices “can’t see” each other.

It’s important to consider that the process can vary depending on the headphone model (e.g. Xiaomi AirDots Pro 2 vs. Redmi Buds 4 Active) and the MIUI version on the phone. We’ll look at the universal methods that work on most devices, including Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5. If your model doesn’t support one way or another, there are alternatives in the article.

1. Connecting Xiaomi wireless headphones via Bluetooth

The most common way is Bluetooth synchronization, which is suitable for all wireless models, including Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, Redmi Buds 5 and older versions, and takes no more than a minute if you follow the instructions.

Before starting, make sure that:

• 🔋 Headphones charged (the indicator should flash or burn white/blue).
• 📱 Bluetooth is enabled on the phone (the icon in the top panel or in Settings). → Connections → Bluetooth).
• 🔄 Headphones are in pairing mode (usually activated by a long press on the power button).

Now, follow the steps:

1. Open the Settings. → Bluetooth on your phone.
2. Click Device Search (or Add a new device).
3. In the list, find the name of your headphones (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2) and tap it.
4. Confirm the pairing on your phone and, if necessary, on headphones (some models emit an audible signal).

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If the headphones don’t appear in the list, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the headphones (press the power button for 10-15 seconds).
• 📱 Reboot the phone.
• 🗑️ Remove the headphones from the list of associated devices (if they were there before) and repeat the search.

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If you have a Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro or newer, try connecting through the Mi Earphones app (available on Google Play), which automatically updates the headphone firmware and offers advanced audio settings.

Fast connection via NFC (for supported models)

Some Xiaomi headphones (such as the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro or Buds 4) support NFC technology for instant pairing, which only works with phones that have an NFC module (such as the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi K60 Pro).

Instructions:

1. Activate NFC on your phone: Settings → Connections → NFC (or swipe down the notification panel).
2. Take the headphones out of the case and make sure they are on.
3. Apply the back cover of the case (where the NFC chip is located) to the top of the phone (where the NFC antenna is located).
4. Wait for vibration or sound signal – the devices will automatically mate.

If the connection does not occur:

• 📱 Check if Bluetooth is enabled (even when connected via NFC It may be necessary).
• 🔄 Try attaching the case to another part of the phone (sometimes the chip). NFC centre-out).
• 🔋 Make sure the case is charged (when discharged) NFC may not work).

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Connecting wired headphones (3.5 mm or Type-C)

If you have Xiaomi wired headphones (such as Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro or Redmi Hi-Res Audio), the connection process depends on the jack on the phone:

If there is no sound after connection:

• 🔊 Check if the Do Not Disturb or No Sound mode is activated.
• 🎧 Try connecting your headphones to another device (to rule out their breakdown).
• 🔧 B Settings → Select the correct output source (sometimes the phone automatically switches to the speaker).

4. Connect via the Mi Earphones app (advanced settings)

For some models of headphones (for example, Xiaomi Buds 3/4 Pro, FlipBuds Pro) is available proprietary application Mi Earphones. It allows:

• 🎛️ Set up the equalizer and noise reduction modes.
• 🔄 Update the firmware of headphones.
• 📊 View the charge level of the case and headphones.
• 🔍 Find the headphones at the last connection location (if lost).

How to connect through the application:

1. Download Mi Earphones from Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iPhone).
2. Connect your headphones to your phone via Bluetooth (as described in the first section).
3. Open the app – it will automatically determine the model of the headphones.
4. Follow the hints on the screen to set up.

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Mi Earphones is a must-have for the headphone firmware update, and without it, some features (such as adaptive noise reduction) may not work properly.

If the app doesn't see the headphones:

• 🔄 Reconnect your headphones via Bluetooth.
• 📥 Update the application to the latest version.
• 🗑️ Clear the app cache in the phone settings.

5. Problem Solving: Headphones don't plug in or turn off

If Xiaomi headphones don't want to connect or they're constantly breaking the connection, there can be different reasons, and here are the most common ways to eliminate them:

⚠️ Warning: If the headphones have previously been connected to another device (like a laptop), they can automatically reconnect to it. To avoid this, remove them from the list of conjugated devices on that gadget.

If none of the methods helped, try resetting the headphone settings:

1. Put the headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the case (usually 15-20 seconds) until the indicator flashes red and white (this means reset).
3. After resetting, reconnect the headphones.

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On some models (for example, Xiaomi AirDots 3), the reset is performed by triple pressing the touch panel of the headphone for 2 seconds.

6. Connect Xiaomi headphones to iPhone or other brands

Xiaomi headphones are compatible not only with the phones of this brand, but also with other devices on Android or iOS.

For the iPhone:

• 📱 Connection is done in a standard way via Bluetooth (Settings) → Bluetooth).
• 🔊 Some features (such as advanced noise cancellation) may not work without the Mi Earphones app, which is not available for iOS.
• 📲 To update the firmware will need to temporarily connect headphones to Android-device.

For Android smartphones of other brands:

• 🤝 The connection process is identical (via Bluetooth).
• ⚙️ Mi Earphones app can run unstable on firmware other than MIUI.
• 🔋 Some headphone models (such as Xiaomi Buds 4) are optimized for the use of the MIUI They can be discharged faster on other phones.

⚠️ Note: On iPhone, you can’t use dual connectivity (simultaneous headphone connection to phone and laptop), even if this feature is supported on Android.

7. How to turn off or forget headphones in phone settings

If you're not planning on using headphones anymore or want to connect them to another device, you need to remove them from the conjugated list, which also helps solve connection problems if the headphones are stuck in the system.

Instructions for MIUI:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Find your headphones in the list and tap the icon ⚙️ (junction.
3. Select Forget the device (or Disable if you want to temporarily break the connection).

For iOS:

1. Go to Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Slip the "i" icon next to the headphones' name.
3. Choose Forget this device.

After that, the headphones will be completely removed from the memory of the phone, and they can be connected again or to another gadget.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi headphones