How to turn on the air conditioner from the Xiaomi phone: 3 proven ways + instructions for popular brands

Controlling the air conditioner from a Xiaomi smartphone is not only convenient, but also practical: you can turn on the cooling in advance to return to a cool apartment, or turn off the device if you forgot to do it when you left for work. However, many users have difficulty setting up such controls – especially if the air conditioning is not from Xiaomi, but from another brand (LG, Samsung, Gree, etc.).

In this article, we will discuss three main ways to control air conditioning through a Xiaomi phone: the official Mi Home app, universal platforms like Google Home, as well as specialized applications from manufacturers of climate equipment. Separately, we will focus on setting up the IR transmitter (if your smartphone supports it) and solving typical problems - from lack of communication to synchronization errors. 2026 Years and tested on Xiaomi models 13/14, Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5.

1. Method 1: Control via Mi Home (for Xiaomi air conditioners and compatible brands)

Mi Home (renamed Xiaomi Home in some regions) is the main tool for managing Xiaomi’s smart appliances ecosystem, and it supports not only branded air conditioners (Xiaomi Smartmi), but also devices from other brands connected via the Mi Gateway gateway or directly over Wi-Fi.

To turn on the air conditioner via Mi Home, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Install Mi Home from Google Play or App Store.
• 🔄 Sign up or sign in to your Xiaomi account (be sure to use the same region as when you bought the device!).
• ➕ Click "Add device» (+ → Air conditioner, and select your model from the list. If you don't have one, try the "Other Device" option».
• 📶 Connect the air conditioner to the same Wi-Fi network as the phone (2.4Hz frequency is required!).
• 🔑 Enter the data to connect (usually this is the case) PIN-code from the sticker on the air conditioner body or standard 0000).

Once successfully connected, the air conditioner will appear in the main menu of the app, where you can:

• ❄️ Turn on/off cooling or heating.
• 🌡️ Set the target temperature (in step 0.5)°C in some models).
• 💨 Adjust the fan speed and direction of airflow.
• ⏱️ Set up on/off timers.

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If your air conditioner is not from Xiaomi but supports Wi-Fi, try connecting it via the Tuya protocol (many brands, such as Gree or Midea, use it). To do this, select "Add manually" in Mi Home and enter data from the manufacturer's app.

2. Method 2: Using an IR transmitter in a Xiaomi smartphone

Many Xiaomi smartphones (such as the Redmi Note) 11/12, POCO X3/X4, Xiaomi 12/13) They have an integrated infrared port that allows you to control air conditioners, TVs and other equipment without connecting to Wi-Fi, just like a conventional remote control.

To turn on the air conditioner through the IR port:

1. Open the Mi Remote app (pre-installed on most Xiaomi devices). If it's not available, download it from Google Play.
2. Select the category "Air Conditioner".
3. Add a new model: If your air conditioner is in the database, select it from the list of brands (LG, Samsung, Daikin, etc. If no model, click on "Add manually" and follow the instructions for training the remote (you will need an original air conditioner remote).

Direct the IR port of the smartphone to the air conditioner (usually located at the top of the case) and click the on button in the application.

Advantages of this method:

• ✅ It works without the internet.
• ✅ It supports even older air conditioning models.
• ✅ Does not require Wi-Fi connection or gateway configuration.

Disadvantages:

• ❌ You need to precisely point the smartphone to the air conditioner (distance - up to 5-7 meters).
• ❌ Not all features may be available (e.g. fine temperature settings).

3. Method 3: Voice control via Google Assistant or Alice

If your air conditioner is connected to Mi Home or supports Google Home, you can control it with your voice via Google Assistant (on Android) or Alice (from Yandex).

To set up voice control:

1. Connect your air conditioner to Google Home: Open the Google Home app. + → Set up the device → Are there devices already?. Select Xiaomi from the list of brands and log in to your account. Allow access to devices - your air conditioner will appear in the list.

Set up voice commands

• Say, “OK Google, turn on the air conditioner” or “Alice, set the temperature at 22 degrees.”
• For fine-tuning, use phrases like “set the cooling mode to maximum power.”

Examples of voice commands for air conditioning:

If the voice commands are not working:

• 🔊 Check that the smartphone microphone is not silenced.
• 📶 Make sure your phone and air conditioner are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
• 🔄 Reboot the Google Home or Yandex app.

4. Air conditioner compatibility with Xiaomi: which brands are supported?

Not all air conditioners can be connected to a Xiaomi smartphone, but here is a table of compatibility of popular brands:

If your brand is not on the list, check:

• 🔍 Does the air conditioner have a Wi-Fi module (usually indicated in the specifications).
• 📱 Does the manufacturer’s official app support Google Home or Mi Home integration.
• 🔄 Can you manage it through universal platforms like Tuya Smart or Smart Life.

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If your air conditioner doesn’t support direct connection to Mi Home, but it has Wi-Fi, try connecting it via Google Home or Yandex.Smart home – often this works even for incompatible models at first glance.

Typical problems and their solutions

When you control your air conditioner through a Xiaomi phone, users often encounter errors. Let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

Problem 1: Air conditioning is not connected to the Mi Home

Possible causes and solutions:

• 📶 Wrong Wi-Fi network: Air conditioner only supports 2.4Hz. Turn off 5Hz in router settings or create a separate network.
• 🔌 No power: make sure the air conditioner is plugged in and the indicator is on.
• 🔑 Wrong PIN-Code: Try standard combinations (0000, 1234) or look at the code on the sticker.
• 📱 Outdated firmware: Update the Mi Home app and air conditioning software (if you have such an option).

Problem 2: The IR port is not working

If no commands are sent via Mi Remote:

• 🔦 Check if the IR port is covered with a cover or film.
• 📱 Reboot your smartphone – sometimes the IR module “hangs».
• 🔋 Make sure the battery is not discharged (at low charge, the IR port may shut down).
• 🔄 Reinstall the Mi Remote app.

Problem 3: Voice commands are not executed

If Google Assistant or Alice doesn’t respond to requests:

• 🎤 Check the microphone settings in your smartphone (Settings) → Annexes → Google → Permits).
• 📶 Make sure your air conditioner and phone are on the same network.
• 🔊 Reconnect the air conditioner to Google Home or Yandex.Smart home.
• 🗣️ Try to reframe the command (for example, instead of “turn on the air conditioner” say “set the temperature of 22 degrees Celsius»).

Check Wi-Fi connection (2.4 Hz)

Reset the air conditioner (turn off the socket for 1 minute)

Update the Mi app Home/Google Home

Make sure the IR port is not closed.

Try connecting the air conditioner via another app (Tuya, Smart Life)-->

6. Alternative applications for air conditioning control

If the standard methods didn’t work, try specialized applications from manufacturers or universal platforms:

• 🌍 Tuya Smart / Smart Life: supports most air conditioners with Wi-Fi (Gree, Midea, Aux, etc.) Download from Google Play.
• 🏠 Google Home: a universal platform for managing smart appliances. Supports integration with Xiaomi, LG, Samsung.
• ⚙️ Official Brand Apps: Gree+ Gree-conditioner. LG ThinQ for engineering LG. Daikin Comfort for Daikin.

To connect via Tuya Smart:

1. Install the application and register.
2. Press + → Add the device.
3. Select the category "Air conditioner" and follow the instructions.
4. Connect the air conditioner to Wi-Fi (usually you need to press a button on the remote or device body).

Once connected, you’ll be able to control the air conditioner via Tuya Smart, and integrate it with Google Home or Alice.

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If you use Tuya Smart, enable Local Control in your app settings, which will speed up the air conditioner’s response to commands and reduce your reliance on the internet.

7.Security: How to protect a smart air conditioner from hacking?

Smart devices connected to the Internet can be a target for hackers, and follow these guidelines to protect your air conditioner.

• 🔐 Use a complex password for your Mi Home or Google account (at least 12 characters with numbers and special signs).
• 📶 Disable remote access if you do not use external control of the home network.
• 🔄 Update the firmware of air conditioner and applications (in Mi Home check for updates in the device section).
• 🛡️ Set up two-factor authentication in your Xiaomi account.
• 🌐 Use guest Wi-Fi network for smart devices (if your router supports it).

Warnings:

⚠️ Never connect a smart air conditioner to public Wi-Fi networks (such as a cafe or hotel) and this can lead to data leakage and unauthorized access.

⚠️ Warning: If you sell or transfer air conditioning to another person, be sure to reset it to factory settings and remove it from your Mi Account. Home/Google Otherwise, the new owner will be able to control your other devices!

8. FAQ: Answers to frequent questions