How to remove Bluetooth device on Xiaomi Redmi: from headphones to smart watches

Why it is important to remove devices via Bluetooth correctly

Matching your Bluetooth gadgets on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones seems like a simple procedure — you plug in your headphones, speaker, or fitness bracelet, and they automatically appear on the list of available devices. However, few people think about how to properly remove an unnecessary connection when the gadget stops working, sells, or simply is no longer needed. Incorrect removal can lead to problems from the inability to reconnect to system failures in MIUI.

In this article, we’ll break down all the current ways to remove Bluetooth devices on Redmi (including hidden settings). MIUI 14), We'll explain why sometimes the device doesn't want to shut down, and we'll give you a checklist to diagnose typical errors. We'll focus on Qualcomm Snapdragon and MediaTek models, which have different nuances of working with Bluetooth. 5.2/5.3.

If you are faced with a situation where the headphones Redmi Buds or the column Mi Portable Speaker "hang" in the list of devices and is not removed - do not rush to reset the settings of the smartphone. 90% of the time the problem is solved by standard MIUI tools, which you will learn below.

Method 1: Standard removal via Bluetooth settings

This is a basic method that works on all Xiaomi Redmi smartphones regardless of the MIUI version (12 to 14). Suitable for removing headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness bracelets and other gadgets. Instructions are relevant for models Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/11, POCO X3/X4/X5 and others.

To remove the device:

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
3. In the list of Associated devices, find the gadget you want to remove, and tap the icon. ⚙️ (squirrels near its name.
4. In the menu that opens, select Remove (or Unpair in older versions of MIUI).
5. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

If the device doesn't appear on the list but you're sure it's been connected before, try turning Bluetooth on/off or restarting your smartphone. Sometimes MIUI doesn't update the list of connected gadgets in real time.

Is Bluetooth on your smartphone?

Is the device in range (up to 10 meters)?

Is the gadget charged (headphones, bracelet, etc.)?

Have you rebooted your smartphone in the last 24 hours?

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Method 2: Delete via Device Settings (for Xiaomi smart gadgets)

If you’re trying to remove a Mi Band, Redmi Watch or other gadget from Xiaomi’s ecosystem, standard Bluetooth shutdowns may not be enough.These devices are not only tied to your Bluetooth profile, but also to your Mi Account account, so you need additional action.

Follow the algorithm:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app (for fitness bracelets) or Mi Home (for smart devices).
2. Find your gadget in the list of connected devices and tap it.
3. Go to the device settings (usually the icon) ⚙️ top-right).
4. Select Disable the device or Remove the device.
5. Confirm the deletion in your Mi Account (password may be required).

Then go back to the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone and remove the device in the standard way (see Method 1).

Method 3: Reset Bluetooth settings (if the device is not removed)

Sometimes MIUI forgets to remove the device from the internal database, and it continues to appear in the list of associated gadgets even after clicking Delete, in which case resetting Bluetooth settings without losing other data of the smartphone will help.

Follow the following steps:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version to activate Developer Mode (if it is not already enabled).
3. Return to the main Settings menu and select Additional → For Developers.
4. Scroll down and find the Network section, then select Reset Bluetooth settings.
5. Confirm the reset and restart the smartphone.

After restarting, all the connected devices will be removed and the Bluetooth settings will return to factory settings.

• 🔹 The device is "hang" in the list and is not removed in the standard way.
• 🔹 When connecting a new gadget, an error occurs: "The device is already paired".
• 🔹 MIUI It gives a notification “failed to connect” for no apparent reason.

If the device reappears in the list after resetting Bluetooth, check if it is connected to another profile (such as Mi Account or Google Fast Pair).

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Method 4: Remove through the Engineering Menu (for power users)

This method is suitable for advanced users, as it requires working with the MIUI engineering menu. It helps in cases where the device is not removed by any of the above methods, for example, due to a software failure or firmware conflict. Be careful: improper actions in the engineering menu can disrupt the operation of Bluetooth or other smartphone modules.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Bluetooth section and tap it.
4. Find Clear BT Pairing Devices (or similar) and confirm the cleanup.
5. Reboot your smartphone.

If #4636### doesn’t work, try an alternative method:

• 📱 Install the app MTK Engineering Mode (for smartphones on MediaTek) or Qualcomm EngineerMode (for Snapdragon).
• 🔧 In the menu, select Connectivity. → Bluetooth → Clear Pairing List.

MediaTek (Helio G88/G95/G99, etc.)

Qualcomm Snapdragon (4/6/7/8 episodes)

I don't know.

Another option

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Method 5: Complete network reset (last resort)

If none of these methods worked, and the device still appears on the conjugated list, the last option is to reset all network settings, which will remove not only Bluetooth connections, but also stored Wi-Fi networks, mobile Internet settings and VPNs, and use this method only as a last resort.

To perform the discharge:

1. Open Settings → Connections and Sharing.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (or Wi-Fi, Mobile Network, and Bluetooth Reset in newer versions of MIUI).
3. Enter. PIN-code or pattern lock for confirmation.
4. Wait for the process to be completed and restart the smartphone.

Once reset, all devices will be removed from MIUI memory, but you will have to reconfigure Wi-Fi and other network settings, a method guaranteed to solve problems with “hung” Bluetooth gadgets, but requires additional steps to restore connections.

Network resets are “heavy artillery” to solve Bluetooth problems, and only use them if other methods have failed, as the procedure affects all wireless modules on your smartphone.

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Table: Frequent errors and their solutions

What do you do if nothing helps?

If you’ve tried all the ways, but the device still doesn’t get removed or there are errors when connecting new gadgets, the problem may lie deeper:

• 🛠️ Software failure MIUI: Try updating your firmware to the latest version or resetting to factory settings (with data saved).
• 📴 Conflict with other software: Some applications (e.g. device managers or antiviruses) may block changes to Bluetooth settings. → Annexes → Permits.

If you suspect a hardware breakdown, contact the Xiaomi service center. To diagnose software problems, you can use Safe Mode:

1. Press and hold the "Switch off" (or "Switch off") option until a request to switch to Safe Mode appears.

In this mode, all third-party applications will be disabled. Try to delete the device again — if you can, the problem is in one of the installed programs.

Before visiting the service center, back up your data via Settings → About Phone → Backup.This will save your contacts, photos and settings, even if you need a full smartphone reset.

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FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions