Using wireless headsets has become standard for most smartphone owners, but sometimes it becomes necessary to break the connection. Users often look for an answer to the question of how to untie Xiaomi headphones from the phone when the device stops responding, loses communication or is sold to a new owner. The process of disconnecting communication can range from simply turning off the Bluetooth menu to completely resetting the headset.
In most cases, the standard procedure for removing a device from the list of conjugated devices is sufficient, but in situations with software errors, deeper actions are required. Full uncoupling ensures that the accessory will no longer try to automatically connect to your gadget, this is especially true when switching to a new smartphone or when selling old equipment.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at all the methods available, from basic Android settings to forced resets through physical buttons on the case, and learn how to clear Bluetooth cache, delete device profiles, and fix typical pairing errors that are common in the Xiaomi and Redmi ecosystem.
Basic Deletion of Device through Bluetooth Settings
The easiest and most obvious way to break the connection is to delete the profile through the operating system menu, which is suitable for regular situations when the headset is healthy, but you need to temporarily or permanently stop the connection.
In the menu that opens, find the Bluetooth option and activate the switch if it is turned off. In the list of available and paired devices, find the name of your model, for example, Redmi Buds 3 Pro or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2. Click on the gear icon or arrow next to the device name to open additional control options.
In the window that appears, select the option to Disable or Forget the device. The system will request confirmation of the action, as this will delete all stored encryption keys for the pair. Once confirmed, the headset will disappear from the list and the automatic connection will cease.
- 📱 Open the notification curtain and keep your finger on the Bluetooth icon for a quick jump to the menu.
- 🗑️ Forget removes the device from the phone’s memory, but doesn’t reset the headphones themselves.
- 🔄 If the device appears again immediately, it may be in pairing mode.
⚠️ Warning: After selecting the Forget Device command, the phone will no longer see the headphones until you re-set them to mode (pairing).
☑️ Pre-deletion check
It's important to understand the difference between simply turning off and completely deleting. If you just turn off Bluetooth, the connection will be temporarily interrupted. Using the profile deletion feature is a more radical step needed to transfer the device to another user.
Full reset of Xiaomi headphones to factory settings
If standard removal from the Bluetooth list does not help or the headphones are not behaving correctly, you need to perform a full reset (Hard Reset), this procedure returns the accessory to factory state, erasing all saved settings and breaking ties with all previously connected gadgets, the reset technique depends on the specific model and the presence of a physical button on the case.
For models with a pairing button on the case case case (for example, Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic), the algorithm of actions is as follows: Place both headphones inside the charging case and leave the cover open. Find the functional button on the back or front of the case.
Press and hold this button for 10-15 seconds. The status indicator will flash white to signal the start of the reset process. Continue to hold the button until the indicator flashes several times red or white, confirming the successful completion of the operation.
Reset algorithm without a button:
1. Remove the headphones from the case.
2. simultaneously touch the touch areas on both headphones.
3. Hold the touch for 5-7 seconds before turning off.
4. Put it in the case, close the lid.
5. Open the lid and touch the sensors again for 10 seconds.For models without a physical button, such as some versions of Redmi AirDots, the procedure may be different. Often you need to remove the headphones, turn them off with a touch, put them in a case and pinch the touch panels for 20-30 seconds. The exact combination for your model is better specified in the manual, since the firmware can vary.
- 🔋 Before reset, make sure that the case and headphones are charged at least 50 times%.
- ⏱️ The retention time of the button can vary from 10 to 30 seconds depending on the software version.
- 💡 Blinking Indications: Check out your model’s color signals.
What happens when you dump?
Once you do this, the headphones will be completely clean. The phone you previously tried to untie will no longer be able to connect to them automatically until you re-mating.
Cleaning up Bluetooth cache and removing profiles in Android
Sometimes the problem is not the accessory itself, but the software failure of the smartphone operating system. The accumulated cache of Bluetooth services can cause errors when trying to untie the device or reconnect, in which case you need to clean up the Bluetooth system data.
To do this, go to your Xiaomi or Redmi smartphone Settings. Find the Apps section and select All Apps. In the upper right corner, click three dots and select Show System Processes.
In the list that opens, find the Bluetooth process or Bluetooth MIDI Service. Go inside and select Memory. Press Clear or Reset. This action will restart the Bluetooth module and clear temporary files that may have blocked the normal deletion of the device.
| Action. | The result | Need for a reset |
|---|---|---|
| Removal from the list | Breaking communication with a particular device | No. |
| Resetting headphones | Completely clean the headset memory | No. |
| Cleaning up the BT cache | Resetting Android system errors | Preferably. |
| Flight mode | Temporary shutdown of all modules | No. |
After cleaning the cache, it is recommended to restart the smartphone, this is guaranteed to update all system services. If after the reboot the problem with the undocking or connection persists, it is worth checking for updates to the MIUI firmware.
⚠️ Attention: Bluetooth data cleanup may temporarily disrupt other connected devices, such as smartwatches or bracelets, which will need to be reconnected.
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Cleaning the Bluetooth cache is an effective way to resolve software conflicts when simply removing the device doesn’t work.
Using the Mi Home app to manage your device
Xiaomi ecosystem owners often use the Mi Home app to control their gadgets, and if your headphones support the app (such as the Mi True Wireless Earphones series), you can untie them through this interface.
Open the Mi Home app on your smartphone. On the home screen, find your headphone card. Click on it to go to the control menu. The top right corner usually has a three-dot icon or a gear settings.
Scroll down to the very end, and there should be a red button, Delete or Untie, and pressing that button will not only remove the profile from the app, but will often initiate a command to break the Bluetooth connection at the system level.
- 📲 Mi Home app allows you to update the firmware of headphones before uncoupling.
- ⚙️ Through the application, you can configure the functionality of the buttons before resetting.
- 🔒 Removal from Mi Home ensures the connection with Xiaomi account is broken.
This method is especially useful if the headphones are "hanging" and do not respond to the phone's usual commands.The app sends a special service data packet that forcibly breaks the connection.
Problems with automatic reconnection
A common problem with users is that after removal, the device reappears in the list of available or automatically connects.This happens if the headphones are in active pair search mode and the phone has active Bluetooth.
To avoid this, after the deletion procedure ("Forget the device"), you immediately turn off the Bluetooth on the phone, only after that you should reset the headphones themselves, and the violation of the sequence of actions can lead to instant re-pairing.
It’s also worth checking the app permission list. Some programs, such as fitness trackers or audio players, may have priority over connecting Bluetooth devices. Go to Settings → Apps and check if the recently installed programs have Bluetooth access.
If the headphones have been paired with another phone in your family or with a tablet, they may try to connect to it, creating an appearance of activity.
Recommended sequence of actions:
1. Turn off Bluetooth on your phone.
2. perform a reset of headphones (Hard Reset).
3. Turn on Bluetooth on the phone.
4. perform search and new pairing (if necessary).💡
If the headphones continue to connect to someone else’s phone, ask the owner of that device to also remove your headphone profile from your memory.
In some cases, renaming the device before deleting helps. Change the name of the headphones in the Bluetooth settings to any other, save, and then delete. This can update the registry entry and eliminate binding errors.