How to rename Xiaomi AirDots headphones

Owners of popular wireless headsets often face a desire to personalize their devices. The standard name assigned by the manufacturer usually looks like a dry set of letters and numbers, for example, Mi True Wireless EBs Basic. This is not only boring, but also creates confusion if several pairs of identical headphones are in one place.

The process of changing the Bluetooth ID is not obvious to all users, since the standard Bluetooth menu of a smartphone often lacks the renaming button or is hidden. However, there are several proven ways to get around this limitation of the Android and iOS operating system.

It is important to understand that the procedure requires care when pairing. Incorrect sequence of actions can lead to the fact that the headphones will not appear in the list of available devices or will be connected by only one channel.

Why a standard name may not work

Factory-labeled Xiaomi AirDots or Redmi Buds is convenient for engineers, but not for the end user. When you are in the office, gym or public transport, the list of available Bluetooth devices can turn into a chaos of the same names, which creates the risk of connecting to someone else's headphones or, conversely, the inability to find your own.

Also, personalization of gadgets is part of digital hygiene and aesthetics. It's more pleasant to see on a list of "My AirDots" or "Sports Headset" than faceless code. Some models, such as the AirDots Pro or Air 2, can be displayed with different suffix (L/R), which can also be harmonized.

There's another technical reason to change the name: Some car multimedia systems or older smartphones may misrepresent special characters or factory names that are too long, cropping them or showing crack-shaped ones. A short, ASCII-modern name solves this compatibility problem.

• 🎧 Unique the device in the general Bluetooth network to avoid confusion with other people's gadgets.
• 📱 Improve visual perception of the smartphone interface or head unit of the car.
• ⚙️ Removing character encoding problems on older receiving devices.

Rename via Bluetooth settings on Android

On most modern smartphones running Android 10 and above, manufacturers add the ability to edit the name of the connected device directly in the system settings. This is the easiest and most secure method, which does not require the installation of additional software.

First, you need to turn on Bluetooth and pair with your headphones. Once you change status to Connected, you need to find the device in the list. Different shells (MIUI, One UI, ColorOS) may have different interfaces, but the logic remains the same.

Click on the gear icon or arrow next to the Xiaomi AirDots name. In the menu that opens, look for Device Name or simply Rename. Enter the desired name and save the changes. Now, the next time you connect, the smartphone will see the headset under a new name.

⚠️ Note: If you turn off Bluetooth after renaming or the headphones go into sleep mode, the old name may return, in which case you need to re-pair with the complete removal of the old profile.

It's worth noting that some versions of MIUI may be hiding this feature, so if you can't see the input box, try pressing and holding your finger on the device name in the list of conjugated gadgets. Sometimes the context menu appears that way.

The Mi Wear (Mi True Wireless) app is available.

The official Mi Wear app (formerly known as Mi True Wireless Earbuds) is the most reliable tool for managing Xiaomi’s ecosystem, allowing not only renaming headphones but also updating their firmware, often solving connection stability issues.

Once you install the app and connect the headset, head to the main window, which displays the charge of the left and right earphone. In the upper right corner or in the settings menu (three dots), the option "Device settings" is often hidden. That is where the Device Name field is located.

By entering a new name here, you are guaranteed to change it at the level of the Bluetooth headphone module itself, which means that the new name will appear on any device you connect to later, whether it is an iPhone, laptop or tablet.

Path in the app: Mi Wear → My devices → Settings → Device name

It is important to keep an eye out for updates to the Mi Wear app itself. In older versions, support for new models such as AirDots 3 Pro or FlipBuds may not be available, and the renaming function will not be available or work properly.

Third-party applications for Bluetooth management

If Android’s regular tools don’t allow you to change your name, third-party utilities come to the rescue, and one of the most popular and functional solutions is the Bluetooth Scanner app or specialized “renamers” of Bluetooth devices.

These programs work by creating a new connection profile, so you scan the airwaves, find your Xiaomi AirDots, and give them a local alias, but remember, that name will only be visible on the smartphone that has the app installed.

Another option is to use deep customization applications like Tasker in conjunction with Bluetooth plugins, which requires more knowledge, but allows you to automate the process, for example, change the name of the headset depending on the location.

• 🔍 Bluetooth Scanner: allows you to see hidden features and sometimes change the local name.
• 🛠️ Material Bluetooth: modern interface and advanced control functions.
• 📝 BTK BT Name Changer: a specialized utility, sharpened precisely for changing the identifier.

⚠️ Note: When installing third-party apps from unknown sources (not Google Play), carefully check the permissions you request. SMS Bluetooth applications.

Features of renaming to iPhone (iOS)

Apple users are often limited in their ability to customize third-party devices. iOS does not have a direct “Rename” button for connected Bluetooth headsets in the basic settings.

Go to Settings → General → About This Device → Name. Changing the name of the iPhone itself, you may notice that some Bluetooth devices (especially car systems) are beginning to display themselves as “iPhoneName Headphones.” But for AirDots themselves, this method rarely works.

A more efficient way for iOS is to use the Mi Wear app from the App Store. The logic is the same as on Android: connecting through a proprietary utility allows you to specify a name that is “stitched” into the headset memory and becomes visible to the iOS system.

If nothing helps, you can try to forget the device (Forget this device), rename it at the time of first connection (sometimes iOS suggests entering a name at the first pairing, although this is rare for Xiaomi), or use jailbreak tweaks, which is not recommended for ordinary users.

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When renaming, avoid using emojis and rare symbols. Old car tape recorders may not display such names correctly, displaying a set of question marks instead of text.

Comparison of models and support of functions

Not all Xiaomi headphone models behave the same when trying to change settings.Older versions, such as the first AirDots, have very limited functionality and may not support saving a name inside the device's memory.

The newer Air 2, Air 2s and Air 2 Pro series are built on better chips and interact better with applications. The table below shows the differences in customization approaches across generations.

Note the "Retain Memory" column, which means that if the headset doesn't save the name, you'll have to rename it every time you connect to a new device. For models that support MIUI 12/13/14 and above, this process is usually automated.

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The newer the Xiaomi headphone model, the higher the likelihood that the name will be stored in the memory of the device itself and will be displayed correctly on all gadgets without re-configuring.

Problem Solving and Frequent Errors

Even following the instructions, users may encounter situations where the name is not changed or reset. Often the problem lies in the Bluetooth cache.The operating system aggressively caches data on previously connected devices to speed up the connection.

To fix this, you need to completely delete the device profile. Go to Bluetooth settings, click "Forget device" or "Unpair." Then turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone, restart it, and then pair again, specifying the name during the process or immediately after.

Another common mistake is to de-synchronize the left and right earbuds, so if one earbud gets uncoupled, they can appear as two different devices with different names (like AirDots and the other two). AirDots_R). In this case, the procedure for resetting both headphones at the same time is required.

To reset, you usually need to remove the headphones from the case, pinch the touch zones on both headphones simultaneously for 15-20 seconds (or use a button on the case, if any), until the indicators flash red and white. After reset, recreate the pair in the smartphone.

• 🔄 Full resetting of headphones to factory settings often solves the problem of “snatching” name.
• 📱 Cleaning the Bluetooth service cache in Android developer settings can help with system glitches.
• 🔋 Make sure the case and headphones are charged, as the Bluetooth module can run unstable when charged low.