How to connect Xiaomi Air to your phone: a step-by-step guide

Modern wireless headphones from Xiaomi, whether it is the popular Xiaomi Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless Earbuds or the latest Xiaomi Buds, have become an integral accessory for millions of smartphone users. Their compactness and high sound quality make them ideal companions on the road, in training or while working, but initial pairing with a new device often causes difficulties for owners, especially if this is their first experience of using it. TWS-The right pairing is the key not only to listening to music, but also to the stable operation of all the functions of the device.

The connection process usually takes no more than a minute, but requires a certain sequence of actions, depending on the operating system of your smartphone. Whether you are using Android or iOS, the algorithm of actions will be similar, but with slight nuances in the interface of the Bluetooth menu. It is important to understand that the pairing mode is activated automatically when the headphones are first removed from the case or requires manual intervention through touch buttons if the gadget is used repeatedly.

In this article, we will take a look at all the steps of connection, look at possible errors and how to fix them. You will learn how to reset the headset if it stopped seeing the phone, and how to adjust the sound control for maximum comfort. To activate the search mode on some models of Xiaomi AirDots, you need to hold the touch panels of both headphones simultaneously for 5-7 seconds until the indicators start flashing white. Let’s move to the practical part and adjust your headphones.

Preparation of headphones and smartphone for the first launch

Before trying to find a device on the list of available, you need to make sure that both gadgets are ready for communication. Often users are faced with the fact that the phone does not see the headphones, simply because they are discharged or are in “sleep” mode. First of all, remove the Xiaomi Air from the charging case. If you are doing this for the first time, make sure that the contacts on the headphones themselves and inside the case are removed protective films that block charging.

The second step is to check the battery power. The indicators on the case case or on the headphones themselves should burn or blink when removed. If the indicators do not light up, set the case to charge for at least 15-20 minutes. Low charge can prevent the Bluetooth module from turning on in the headphones, which will prevent them from broadcasting the signal.

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Before the first use, fully charge the case and the headphones themselves so that the calibration of the power controller is correct.

So now we're going to do a smartphone. You need to activate the wireless module.

• 📱 Unlock the screen of your phone.
• ⚙️ Lower the notification curtain from top to bottom.
• 🔵 Tap the Bluetooth icon to make it active (usually blue).
• 🔍 Make sure your phone is not in "Airplane" mode".

It’s also worth noting that if you’ve previously connected these headphones to another phone, they can automatically try to connect to it, ignoring your current gadget, in which case you’ll need to turn off Bluetooth on your old device or forget the device in the settings.

Instructions for connecting to Android devices

The Android operating system provides ample opportunities for peripheral management, and Xiaomi headphones are no exception. The pairing process is standard, but has its own characteristics depending on the version of Android and the manufacturer’s shell (MIUI, HyperOS, OneUI, etc.).

After removing the headphones from the case, they automatically go into search mode (if it is the first turn on). On the screen of your smartphone, a system notification should pop up when a new device is detected. If the pop-up does not appear, go to the Settings menu. → Bluetooth or Settings → Connections → Bluetooth.

In the list of available devices, find the name of your model. It can be displayed as Redmi AirDots, Mi True Wireless EBs or just Xiaomi Air. Click on the name. The system can request confirmation of pairing — click OK or Pair. After a successful connection, the status will be marked "Connected" and the battery icon.

It's important to know that modern models support fast pairing via Google Fast Pair. If an animation shows up on the screen with your headphones and charge level, just click "Plug" to sync the user profile and configure the voice assistant automatically.

Connection with iPhone and iOS devices

iPhone owners often worry that Xiaomi headphones may not work properly with iOS, but that's a myth. The A2DP audio protocol and Hands-Free profile are universal. However, iOS doesn't have the proprietary pop-up with animations that Xiaomi phones have, so the process looks a little more classic.

Open the Bluetooth settings on your iPhone. Remove the headphones from the case. If they're new, they'll immediately be visible in the "Other Devices" section. If you've used them before, you may need to force them to pair (holding the sensors) so that the iPhone can see them again.

Tap the name of the device on the list. iPhone will request permission to pair.

• 🎧 Headphones will be used for music and calls.
• 🎙️ The microphone will be available for voice recorders and conversations.
• 🔋 In the widget "Batteries" (if installed widget) can display charge.

⚠️ Note: You can’t change dual tap or noise reduction settings on iOS via the standard menu. To access advanced features (equalizer, noise modes), be sure to download the Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi Home app from the App Store.

It’s worth noting that when connecting to an iPhone, the AAC codec is used by default, which provides a high sound quality comparable to the original AirPods.

Use of Mi Home and Xiaomi Earbuds

To fully realize the potential of your Xiaomi Air, you are strongly encouraged to use specialized software. Standard Bluetooth tools only provide basic functionality: audio playback and volume control.

Download the Xiaomi Earbuds app (for global versions) or use the module in the Mi Home app (for the Xiaomi ecosystem). Once installed, open the app and click "Add Device." It will automatically find the connected headphones.

Inside the application, you will be available:

• 🎚️ Equalizer setting (bass, high frequencies).
• 👆 Reassignment of actions to sensory control (one, two or three tapas).
• 🔊 Choice of noise reduction mode (ANC) transparency.
• 🔄 Update of the headphone firmware.

Special attention should be paid to the section Search for headphones. If you lost one of the headphones at home, through the application you can make it squeak loudly, which will greatly simplify the search under the sofa or in the pockets of clothes.

Compatibility and function table

Not all features are available on all devices, and here is a table showing the differences in functionality when connecting to different platforms.

As you can see from the table, owners of Xiaomi smartphones get the most complete experience of integration thanks to native support for protocols in the MIUI shell.

Solution: Headphones are not connected or only one works

One of the most frequent problems with TWS-Headsets -- desynchronization of the left and right earbuds, where the phone sees the device, it plugs in, but it only comes from one ear, it's a regular occurrence, and it's not a malfunction, it's a malfunction in synchronization between the ears themselves".

To solve the problem, you need to reset (Reset) to factory settings:

1. Remove the device from the Bluetooth list on your phone (“Forget the device”).
2. Put both earphones in the case.
3. Press the touch zones on both headphones simultaneously (either in or out of the case, depending on the model) for 10-15 seconds.
4. Wait until the indicators flash red and white (or orange) several times.
5. Remove the headphones and try to reconnect.

⚠️ Warning: When you reset your settings, all saved pairing profiles are deleted. You will have to reconnect your headphones to all your devices (phone, tablet, laptop).

Another cause of problems may be contamination of the contacts, wipe the contacts on the headphones and inside the case with a dry cotton swab, and oxidation or dust can prevent one of the headphones from charging, which causes it to turn off immediately after removal.

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If resetting and cleaning contacts didn't help, try connecting your headphones to another phone, and if the problem persists, you may have a hardware malfunction.

Optimization of work and useful tips

To keep your Xiaomi Air long and sound-quality, follow a few recommendations: First, try not to discharge the case to zero. Lithium polymer batteries degrade faster when deep discharge. If you do not plan to use headphones for a long time, charge the case to 50-60%.

Second, use Game Mode, if available in your model, which is triggered by triple tapping the sensor (usually the left earphone) and reduces the latency of the sound, but remember that this mode increases power consumption by reducing battery life.

Third, keep the speaker mesh clean. Earwax is the enemy of sound. Regular soft brushing will prevent high frequency attenuation and quiet sound.

Proper operation and timely update of the firmware through the application is the key to the stable operation of your wireless headphones. Enjoy wireless music!

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