Modern users often use ecosystems of different manufacturers, combining the power of iOS with affordable and high-quality acoustics from Xiaomi. The question of how to connect Xiaomi headphones to the iPhone via Bluetooth, becomes especially relevant for owners of models Redmi Buds, Mi True Wireless Earbuds and other versions. TWS-This process is not always smooth, because the Apple operating system has its own peculiarities of working with audio transmission protocols.
Unlike Android smartphones, where pairing is often instantaneous thanks to proprietary Google Fast Pair algorithms, iOS requires manual search mode activation. The right sequence of actions ensures stable connection and high sound quality. If you just purchased a new headset or found it difficult to sync, this article will help you understand all the nuances.
Note that some features available in the native Mi Home or Xiaomi Earbuds app on Android may be limited or require additional manipulation on the iPhone. However, basic music playback, call management and noise cancellation (if hardware) work normally. Let's take a detailed look at the preparation and setup process.
Preparation of Xiaomi headphones for the first pairing
Before you start looking for the device in your iPhone settings, you need to make sure that the headset itself is ready to go. Often users forget to remove the insulating films from the charging contacts inside the case, which leads to battery discharge and inability to turn on. Check the indicators on the case case case case case case: they should signal the presence of charge.
To enter pairing mode, most Xiaomi models require a long hold on the touch zone or physical button. For example, the Redmi Buds 3 Pro needs to pinch the touch areas on both headphones simultaneously until the indicator starts flashing white. In older models such as the Mi True Wireless Earphones Basic 2S, the pairing button can be on the end of the charging case.
It's important to understand the difference between standby and search. If the light is flat or flashing slowly, the device can be simply turned on but not visible to external gadgets. Visibility mode is only forced to activate. Make sure the headphones are close to the phone, within a 1-2-meter radius, to prevent the loss of data packets when you first shake protocols.
Why don't you see the headphones right away?
Connection process through iOS settings
Once you activate the search mode on the headset, we go to the settings of the Apple smartphone. The algorithm of actions is the same for all current versions of iOS, from 14 to 17. Open the Settings app and select the Bluetooth partition. Make sure that the slider switch is in the active position.
In the Other Devices list, your model name should appear, such as Redmi Buds 3 or Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2. Click on the device name. The system can request proof of pairing with a pop-up. Click on "Plug" or "Pair" at which point the encryption keys are exchanged.
- 📱 Open “Settings” on your iPhone.
- 🔵 Go to the Bluetooth menu and turn on the module.
- 🎧 Activate pairing mode on Xiaomi headphones.
- ✅ Click on the device name in the list of available.
☑️ Checking a successful connection
Sometimes the process can take a few seconds longer than usual. 10-15 So, the status is still "Connected," try canceling the operation and re-entering the headset search mode.
⚠️ Note: If a name appears on the list of devices, but when you click it says "failed to connect", try rebooting your iPhone. Often the cache of the Bluetooth module of iOS requires cleaning to work correctly with new protocols.
Use of Mi Home and Third-Party Utilities
While the basic connection works without additional software, to fully unlock the potential of the headset, it is recommended to install the official Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi Home app. In the App Store, search can be difficult due to regional restrictions, so sometimes you have to change the region of your Apple ID account to China or use alternative analog apps such as AndroPods (although the latter is more focused on AirPods, there are forks for Xiaomi).
The official app allows you to update the firmware of the headphones, which often fixes connection bugs with iOS. Also, through the software you can reassign the touch control functions, adjust the equalizer and check the wear of the battery of each headphone individually. Without the application, you are limited to the standard set of functions embedded in the hardware.
To install Mi Home:
1. Download the app from the App Store.
2. Register or sign in to your Mi Account.
3. Press the "+" in the upper right corner to add the device.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Important: Not all headphone models are supported by the iOS app, the compatibility list is rarely updated.
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If there is no official app in your App Store region, try downloading Xiaomi Earbuds by changing your account region to China. Once you set up, you can return the region back, the app will continue to work.
Customization of control and sound functions
Once paired successfully, the user has access to basic control. However, iOS does not allow you to change the settings of the double tap or long-clamp via the standard Bluetooth menu. All these settings are either fixed by the manufacturer or require a third-party application. For example, double tap usually means play/pause, and triple tap - call Siri assistant.
The sound quality depends on the codec used. iPhone supports AAC, which is the standard for Apple Music. Xiaomi headphones also support this codec, providing decent transfer quality. However, high-resolution codecs like LDAC or aptX Adaptive, often present in Xiaomi specifications, on iPhones will not work due to the limitations of Apple's Bluetooth stack.
| Function | Available on iOS | An annex is required |
|---|---|---|
| Music reproduction | Yes. | No. |
| Noise suppression (ANC) | Partially (mode switching) | Yes (for setup) |
| Firmware update | No. | Yes. |
| Equalizer setting | No (only in the player) | Yes. |
To control volume, some Xiaomi models have a finger slide on the headphone leg. On iPhone, this function works normally, but may require calibration. If the volume changes in jerks, try cleaning the headphone contacts with an alcohol napkin.
Solving Connection and Sound Problems
It is not uncommon for users to encounter a situation where the headphones are connected, but the sound is not coming or is coming from only one channel. First of all, check the sound balance in the iOS Universal Access settings: Settings → Universal Access → Audiovisualization → Balance. The slider should be strictly centered.
If the sound is interrupted or of poor quality, it may be interference from other wireless devices or Wi-Fi routers. Try to move away from the source of interference. Also, the problem may be low battery power - at a discharge below 15%, some Bluetooth modules reduce the transmission power to save energy.
There is a Hard Reset method for Xiaomi headphones, which usually involves putting the headphones in a case and holding the reset button (or touch zones) for 10-15 seconds until the indicator blinks several times red or white, then remove the device from the Bluetooth list on the iPhone ("Forget the device") and pair again.
⚠️ Warning: When you complete a full reset, the headphones will delete all the saved settings and break the connection to the phone. Make sure you know how to re-enter them into mode (pairing).
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90% of iPhone audio problems are solved by removing the device from the Bluetooth list ("Forget the device") and re-pairing the clean pairing procedure.
Features of the microphone and calls
When an incoming call is made, the iPhone automatically switches the audio stream to the headset. Xiaomi microphones tend to work well, but in noisy environments can be inferior to native AirPods due to less aggressive voice noise reduction algorithms. In the settings during the call, you can try to switch the microphone mode to Voice Insulation, if this option is available in the iOS version.
It is important to note that Siri can take longer to activate the voice assistant than the original Apple accessories, due to the peculiarities of transmitting commands through the standard HFP (Hands-Free Profile) profile.
If the person complains of a quiet voice, check to see if the microphone hole is covered by a case case case or contamination. Regular cleaning of the microphone nets with a soft brush helps to keep the quality of communication at a high level. Also make sure that the application through which the call (WhatsApp, Telegram) is selected the correct sound source.