How to connect wireless headphones to a Xiaomi smartphone: a complete guide from A to Z

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life – they are convenient for listening to music, calling and even watching videos. However, Xiaomi users sometimes face difficulties when connecting for the first time: the device does not find the headphones, the sound is interrupted or there is no connection at all. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to synchronize wireless headphones with Redmi, POCO and other Xiaomi phones, and also explain how to avoid common errors.

Whether you're using a budget Redmi Buds or a flagship Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro, the connection algorithm is almost identical. The main thing is to take into account the nuances of the MIUI firmware and the features of a particular headphone model. If you've never connected a headset over Bluetooth before, don't worry: our instructions are suitable even for beginners.

1. Preparation of headphones for connection

Before syncing the headphones with the smartphone, they need to be paired. Most Xiaomi models start this process automatically when they first turn on, but sometimes manual activation is required. Here's how to do this:

• 🔋 Charge headphones (minimum 30% battery) Discharged devices may not appear in the list of available.
• 🎧 Get your headphones out of the case (if that's it) TWS-Some headsets, such as Xiaomi AirDots, are activated only outside the case.
• 🔄 Hold the on button (usually 3-5 seconds) until the indicator flashes white and red (Redmi Buds 3 Pro) or blue (Mi True Wireless Earbuds).
• 📱 Check compatibility: Headphones should support Bluetooth 4.2 or later (check the instructions).

If the light doesn't flash, try resetting your headphones to factory settings.

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the case (if any) for 10-15 seconds.
3. Get the headphones out – they should automatically go into pairing mode.

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If Xiaomi headphones don’t respond to buttons, try connecting them to another device (like a laptop).If the problem persists, you may need to replace the battery or repair contacts.

2. Turning on Bluetooth on Xiaomi smartphone

Now, let's move on to the phone settings. You can turn on Bluetooth on Xiaomi in a number of ways, and you can choose the most convenient one:

• 📲 Through the notification bar: swipe from top to bottom, find the Bluetooth icon and tap it.
• ⚙️ Through Settings: Go to Settings → Connections and sharing → Bluetooth.
• 🔍 Voice Assistant: Say “OK Google, turn on Bluetooth” (requires activated Google Assistant).

Once activated, the smartphone will scan the available devices, and if the headphones are paired, they should appear in the list in 5-10 seconds. The model name usually contains the prefix Mi, Redmi or POCO (for example, "Redmi Buds 3 Lite").

If the device is not displayed:

⚠️ Attention: on some firmware MIUI (Especially versions 12.5 and below) can trigger a Bluetooth caching bug. To reset the cache, go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Three dots (menu) → Show system-based → Bluetooth, then click "Clear the cache".

3. Step-by-step connection instruction

When headphones appear in the list of available devices, follow the following steps:

1. Slip the name of your model on the list.
2. Confirm pairing by clicking “Connect” or “Pair” (some firmware may require input). PIN-code - default is 0000 or 1234).
3. Wait for the message "Connected" (earphones can emit an audible signal).

Once successfully connected, the headset will appear under "Conjugated Devices" and the headphones will automatically connect when Bluetooth is turned on (if they are in range).

If the sound is coming through the phone speaker, not through the headphones:

• 🔊 Check if the headphones are selected as the output device in the notification panel (tap on the sound icon).
• 🔄 Reconnect the headset: Forget the device (Bluetooth Settings) → Headphone name → Forget) and reconnect.

4. Sound and microphone setting

After connecting, it is recommended to optimize the sound parameters. MIUI provides special settings for this:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Sound quality.
2. Select Bluetooth Headphones and activate the High Sound Quality (AAC/aptX) option (not available on all models).
3. Turn on "Adaptive Sound" to automatically adjust the equalizer.

To set up the microphone (important for calls):

• 🎤 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Phone.
• Select "Permissions" and make sure the Phone app has access to the microphone.
• 🔧 In some models (for example, POCO F4) You need to activate “Voice Improvement” in the call settings.

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If you hear interference in Xiaomi headphones, try turning off the dual audio feature in Bluetooth settings – it may conflict with some headsets models.

5. Solving common problems

Even after a successful connection, Xiaomi users sometimes experience problems, and consider typical situations and ways to fix them:

🔌 The headphones are plugged in, but there's no sound.

• 📵 Check if Do Not Disturb or Quiet Mode is activated".
• 🔊 Make sure the headphones are selected as the output device in the notification panel.
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and headphones (place them in a case for 10 seconds).

🎵 The sound is interrupted or delayed.

• 📶 Make sure there are no obstacles between the phone and the headphones (walls, metal objects).
• 🔋 Check the level of charge of headphones - with a low charge, interference may occur.
• 📱 Close background applications that consume the Internet (for example, downloads or streaming).

🔄 Headphones are constantly switched off

• 🔄 Turn off Bluetooth Energy Saving in Settings → Battery and performance → Energy saving applications.
• 📲 Update the firmware MIUI Up to the latest version (older versions had Bluetooth bugs).
• 🔧 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting network settings.

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI The headphones stopped connecting, try to roll back to the previous version of the firmware or wait for a patch. MIUI 14 was a bug with Bluetooth 5.2, which was only fixed in version 14.0.5.

6. Additional features of Xiaomi headphones

Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones support a number of useful features that many users don’t know about.

• 🎶 Control Customization: In the Mi Earphones app (available on Google Play), tap actions can be reassigned (e.g., double tap to switch tracks).
• 🔋 Fast charging: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) support 5-minute charging for 2 hours of playback.
• 🎙️ Transparent mode: allows you to hear surrounding sounds without removing headphones (relevant to FlipBuds Pro).
• 🔍 Headphone search: if you lose one headphone, you can play the sound signal through the Mi Home app (works only for some models).

To activate these functions:

1. Download the official Mi Earphones or Xiaomi Wear app (depending on the model).
2. Put the headphones on the phone.
3. Follow the instructions in the application for setting up.

Note that some features (such as ANC) can significantly reduce battery life. For example, in Redmi Buds 4 Active with ANC enabled, autonomy decreases from 30 hours to 18 hours.

7. Compatibility with other devices

Headphones Xiaomi can connect not only to smartphones of this brand, but also to other gadgets: laptops, tablets, smart-TV. However, there are several nuances:

• 💻 Windows/macOS: Standard connection (through parameters) → Devices → Bluetooth, but may not have branded features (e.g. gesture customization).
• 📺 Smart-TV: Make sure the TV supports Bluetooth 4.0 or newer. on Xiaomi TV Connection is done through settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
• 🎮 PlayStation and Nintendo Switch don’t support most Xiaomi headphones directly – Bluetooth adapter will be required.

When you connect to a MacBook or iPhone, you may have an AAC codec problem, and the sound will be played with distortion.

1. Open Bluetooth Settings on your Apple device.
2. Find your headphones and tap the "i" icon next to the name.
3. Select "Forget this device" and reconnect.

Care and extension of service life

To make Xiaomi headphones last longer, follow these recommendations:

• 🧼 Cleaning: regularly wipe the speakers and body with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol (do not use water!).
• 🔋 Charging: Do not leave your headphones on charge for more than 24 hours – this reduces battery life.
• 🌡️ Temperature: Avoid overheating (do not leave in the sun) and hypothermia (do not use in the cold below). -10°C).
• 🎧 Storage: Always put your headphones in your case when not in use – this protects against dust and mechanical damage.

If the headphones stopped holding the charge:

⚠️ Attention: batteries in TWS-Headphones are designed for 300-500 charging cycles. If the autonomy has fallen to 1-2 hours, this is a sign of battery wear. In Xiaomi service centers, you can replace the battery in the case or the headphones themselves (cost from 800 to 2000 rubles depending on the model).

For battery calibration (if the charge level is not displayed correctly):

1. Discharge the headphones to 0% (until they turn off).
2. Fully charge them in the case (up to 100%).
3. Repeat the cycle 2-3 times.

FAQ: Frequent questions about connecting Xiaomi headphones