How to connect wireless headphones to the smartphone Xiaomi: instructions and life hacks

Wireless headphones have become an integral part of everyday life — they are convenient for listening to music, calling and even watching videos. Xiaomi smartphone owners (including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark models) often face questions: how to connect headphones using Bluetooth, what to do if the device is not located, and how to improve the sound quality. In this article, we will examine all the nuances from basic settings to solving common problems.

Connection process may vary depending on the version of MIUI (Android shell on Xiaomi) and the headphone model. For example, for AirDots or Buds from Xiaomi, there is a simplified pairing mode, while other brands headphones (Sony WH-1000XM5, Apple AirPods, JBL Free X) require a standard procedure. We will consider both options, and also give tips on how to optimize the connection for minimal sound delays and maximum stability.

1. Preparation before connection

Before you start pairing, make sure your smartphone and headphones are ready to connect.

• 🔋 Headphone Charging: Make sure the headphones have at least 30% charge level.Discharged devices may not appear on the list available for connection.
• 📱 Update MIUI: Check the relevance of the firmware through Settings → The phone. → System updates. Old versions. MIUI (Below 12.5) may have problems with Bluetooth 5.0+.
• 🎧 Pairing mode: Most headphones activate the search mode by holding the power button (usually 3-5 seconds) before the indicator flashes.
• 🛡️ Turn it off. VPN: Some of them VPN-Services block detection of Bluetooth devices. Disable them in Settings → Connections → VPN.

Important for Xiaomi: If you connect Xiaomi headphones (such as Mi True Wireless Earbuds or Redmi Buds 4), use the Mi Earphones app for advanced sound settings and gesture control, download it from Google Play or through the App Store (for POCO F5 and other global models).

⚠️ Warning: If you have previously connected these headphones to another device (such as a laptop or tablet), reset them. To do this, hold the power button on the headphones for 10-15 seconds until the indicator flashes twice.

2. Standard Bluetooth connection

This method is suitable for any wireless headphones, including models from Samsung, Huawei, Realme and other brands. The instruction is relevant for all Xiaomi smartphones on MIUI 12-14 and Android 10-14.

Steps for connection:

1. Open the settings on your Xiaomi.
2. Go to Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth.
3. Activate the Bluetooth slider (if it is turned off).
4. Hold the power button on the headphones to put them in pairing mode (the indicator should flash blue/white or red-blue).
5. In the list of available devices, find the name of your headphones (for example, JBL Tune 125 or Sony WF-1000XM4) and tap it.
6. Confirm the pairing if a request appears (sometimes you need to enter) PIN-code - default is 0000 or 1234).

Once successfully connected, the headphones will be labeled "Connected" next to the name, and will now automatically connect to the phone when turned on (if Bluetooth is activated).

Make sure the headphones are charged

Turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone

Put the headphones in pairing mode

Disable VPN (if used)

Check for no interference (other Bluetooth devices near the location)-->

3.Fast connection for Xiaomi headphones (Mi/AirDots/Redmi Buds)

Xiaomi smartphones support simplified pairing with branded headphones. For example, for Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro or Redmi AirDots 3, just open the case cover - and a pop-up window will appear on the screen with a suggestion to connect.

How it works:

• 📦 Open the charge case cover (earphones should be inside).
• 📱 Unlock the Xiaomi smartphone. In 2-3 seconds, a notification will appear "New headphones detected".
• 🔗 Tap on the notification and confirm the connection.

If the pop-up window does not appear:

1. Make sure your smartphone has Bluetooth and Xiaomi Smart Assistant enabled (Settings → Applications → Smart Assistant).
2. Update the headphone firmware through the Mi Earphones app.
3. Reboot your smartphone and try again.

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If Xiaomi headphones are not defined, try resetting them: place the headphones in the case, then hold the button on the case for 10 seconds until the red indicator flashes.

4. Solving Connection Problems

Even after doing the right thing, the headphones may not connect, so let's look at the common mistakes and how to fix them.

If the problem persists, try resetting the network settings on your smartphone:

Settings → System → Resetting settings → Resetting network settings

This will remove all stored Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi passwords, but often helps with system failures.

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g, POCO X3 Pro) after a network reset, Mi Account may need to be re-activated to restore backups.

Headphones Xiaomi (AirDots, Buds, etc.)

Apple AirPods

Sony, JBL, Samsung, etc.

Other Chinese brands (Baseus, QCY, etc.)

Wired headphones-->

5. Sound optimization and delay reduction

Once connected successfully, you can improve the sound quality and reduce latency (lag) when watching videos or games.

• 🎵 Bluetooth Codecs: In MIUI codecable SBC, AAC, aptX LDAC. For better sound, select aptX (if headphones support): Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → ⚙️ headphone-on → Codec.
• 🎮 Game mode: To reduce delay, activate Game mode in the headphone settings (available for Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro and newer).
• 🔊 Equator: Use the built-in equalizer in Settings → Sound. → Equalizer or install Wavelet app for fine-tuning.

For owners of POCO F4 GT or Black Shark 5, an additional Low Latency mode is available in Bluetooth settings. It reduces latency to 80-100 ms, which is critical for mobile games (PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty).

6. Connect to Multiple Devices (Multipoint)

Some headphone models (such as the Sony WH-1000XM5 or Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) support connecting to two devices at once, which is handy if you want to switch between a smartphone and a laptop without re-pairing.

How to set up Multipoint on Xiaomi:

1. Connect the headphones to the first device (smartphone).
2. Activate the pairing mode on the headphones (usually double-pressing a button or through the brand app).
3. Connect the headphones to a second device (such as a Redmi Pad or laptop).
4. In the headphone settings (if there is an app), enable the Multipoint option or Double Connection.

Limitations:

• 📵 Not all headphones support this feature (check the model specifications).
• 🔊 When playing from two devices simultaneously, interference may occur.
• 🔋 Battery consumption of headphones increases by 15-20%.

7. Managing headphones through apps

For advanced functions (gesture settings, firmware updates, microphone test), use proprietary applications:

The Mi Earphones app is available:

• 🎛️ Customization of gestures (double touch, retention).
• 🔊 Adjustment ANC (Active noise reduction for Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro.
• 🔄 Update of the headphone firmware.
• 🎤 Microphone test and communication quality.

⚠️ Warning: When updating the firmware of the headphones through Mi Earphones, do not remove them from the case and do not turn off Bluetooth on the smartphone.

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The use of proprietary applications allows not only to customize the sound, but also to extend the life of the headphone battery by optimizing energy consumption.

8. Frequent questions and answers