Modern wireless headphones from Xiaomi and Redmi are compact devices with powerful fillings that, like any electronics, can sometimes work incorrectly. Users often face a situation when the gadget stops seeing the phone, the sound becomes intermittent or one of the headphones simply refuses to turn on. In such cases, the standard reconnection or switching off Bluetooth on a smartphone often does not help.
The only effective solution is a full Hard Reset, which brings the device back to factory settings by removing all the temporary files and old pairing profiles that may have caused the system conflict, and if you're looking for a way to resuscitate your Mi True Wireless Earbuds, you've come to the right place.
In this article, we will take a look at all the known reboot methods for different models, explain how to properly clear the connection history on a smartphone and what to do if the standard button combinations do not work. Recovery will take only a couple of minutes, but will require a precise sequence of actions.
When you need to reset wireless headphones
Many owners try to perform a hard reset at the first sign of unstable work, which is not always advisable. Resetting is a radical measure to be used when a software failure becomes apparent. The main indicator of problems is when the headphones are seen by the phone as two different devices or, conversely, do not appear in the list of available gadgets at all.
Often the problem is that the left and right channels are out of sync, and you might notice that the music is only playing from one earpiece, or the sound in the channels is lagging behind each other, creating an echo effect. TWS-Headphones have lost communication with each other and require re-pairing through a complete reset.
⚠️ Warning: Before starting the procedure, be sure to remove your headphone profile from the Bluetooth list on all previously connected devices.If you don't, the phone may automatically try to connect to the old settings, blocking the reset process.
Also, the reason for intervention can be incorrect operation of the touch panels or lack of response to touch. If the indicators flash in a strange way or the charging of the case is not displayed correctly, the software reset often eliminates these logical errors of the power controller.
Preparation for the procedure: Cleaning up Bluetooth history
A critically important step that is often ignored is pre-clearing the pairing cache on your smartphone. Without this step, resetting the headphone settings can go to waste as the mobile device will try to use old encryption keys. You need to go to the Bluetooth settings of your Android or iOS device.
Find your Xiaomi Earbuds (or Redmi Buds) on your list, click on the gear icon or the "i" button next to the name, and select the "Forget the device" or "Disable" option. Repeat this operation for every phone or tablet the headphones have previously worked with, ensuring that the next time you turn on, the gadget will go into the search mode for a new owner.
☑️ Preparation for discharge
Make sure that the case and the headphones themselves have enough charge. If the battery runs out during the reset, the device can freeze in standby mode or stop responding to commands. The optimal charge level for the procedure is at least 30-40%.
Universal Reset Method for Most Models
Most modern models, such as the Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2, Air 2, Air 2S and Redmi Buds 3, use a single reset logic through a physical button on the charging case.
First, put both earbuds in a charge case. Make sure they fit tightly into the contacts - the headphones should light up, signaling the start of charging. If the indicators are not burning, wipe the contacts dry or slightly move the headphones inside the sockets.
Find a function button on the case case case, depending on the model, it can be located on the front panel, on the end, or on the inside of the cover (between the headphone compartments), and you need to press this button and hold it for 10-15 seconds.
Watch the LED incarnation. It usually flashes white or red, and then changes the blinking rhythm, which means a successful reset to the factory settings.
What to do if the button is not pressed?
⚠️ Warning: Do not release the button immediately after the first flash.The indicator often flashes when entering pairing mode, but to completely reset (Hard Reset) you need to hold the button until a series of fast blinks or changes the color of the glow.
Specificity of reset for different series of devices
Despite the shared ecosystem, Xiaomi and Redmi’s product lines can have their own management nuances, and understanding your model will help you avoid mistakes and save time.
The Mi AirDots series (first and second generation) often require a special approach. They don't have an external button, so you have to use sensors. Put the headphones in the case, open the lid and tap the touch areas of both headphones simultaneously. Hold for about 20 seconds until the indicators flash red and then white.
The Mi True Wireless Earbuds 3 Pro or Buds 4 Pro series models can support reset via the Xiaomi Earbuds app. If the headphones are responsive and plugged in at all, go to the app, find the device settings, and select "Reset your headphones." This is the softest and safest way.
Game models such as Redmi Buds 4 Pro or Gaming Edition have a low latency mode that sometimes causes communication protocol failures, and case-holding is also effective, but the retention time can be extended to 20 seconds to ensure a guaranteed result.
| Model headphones | Positioning of the button | Retention time | Indication of discharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2 | Headphone sensors | 20-30 seconds | Blinking red, then white |
| Mi Air 2 / 2S | The button on the case | 10-15 sec. | White indicator flashes 3 times |
| Redmi Buds 3 Lite | The button on the end of the case | 10 seconds. | The indicator goes out and lights up again. |
| Mi True Wireless Earbuds 3 Pro | The button inside the case | 10 seconds. | Orange blinking |
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The main feature of the AirDots series is the lack of a physical button, which requires accurate hitting of touch zones for a successful reset.
Solving problems if resetting doesn't help
There are times when even the right hard reset doesn't bring the headphones back to life. If the device still doesn't connect or behaves strangely after the reset, the problem can go deeper. First of all, check the case charging. Sometimes the contacts inside the case oxidize, and the headphones simply don't charge, remaining discharged.
Try charging the case from another power source or replacing it USB-You also need to clean the contacts on the headphones with a cotton swab slightly soaked in alcohol, and the accumulated earwax and dust can block the contact, which makes the system think that the headphones are not in the case, and does not give a command to reset.
If that didn't work, there may have been a firmware failure, in which case you can plug your headphones into the Mi Home or Xiaomi Earbuds app and check for updates, and sometimes installing a new version of the software through the app can reanimate a dead Bluetooth module.
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If one headphone is discharged more than the other, put them in a case to charge for 15-20 minutes before reset.
Proper pairing after discharge
After successfully performing the reset procedure, the headphones go into active search mode (Pairing Mode). The indicators should flash often, usually in white or white and red. Now is the time to turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and start looking for new devices.
The list of available devices will show the name of your headphones. Click on it to connect. Importantly, you only need to connect once. After the initial pairing, the left and right headphones will automatically communicate, and the phone will see them as a single stereo device.
Don't try to connect left and right channels separately if two identical names appear on the Bluetooth list (e.g., "Mi True Wireless"). EB Basic and "Mi True Wireless" EB Basic_R»), So the stereo is not ready, and in this case, the reset procedure should be repeated, paying special attention to the tight fit of the headphones in the case before the start.