Xiaomi’s modern wireless headphones have become the standard of quality in the budget and mid-range segment, offering users great sound and a stable connection. However, the first launch of the device often raises questions for beginners, especially if you have previously used a wired headset or models from other manufacturers. The process of synchronizing gadgets with Mi True Wireless Earbuds or their more advanced versions like AirDots and Redmi Buds usually takes less than a minute, but requires compliance with a certain sequence of actions.
In this article, we will take a closer look at the nuances of pairing, explore possible connection errors, and offer solutions to the most common problems. Bluetooth wireless is the main channel for transmitting audio, so its stability is critical for comfortable listening to music and conversations. If you have just unpacked the box or your headphones have stopped finding the phone, this material will be a comprehensive guide to restoring the device to health.
Before you go into action, make sure your headphones have enough battery power, as the discharged devices may not go into pairing mode.It’s also worth checking if the Bluetooth module on your smartphone is on and visible to other devices.In some cases, full functionality, such as checking the case charge or setting up the sensors, may require installing a special Mi Wear or Xiaomi Earbuds app, although basic audio playback works without it.
Primary activation and pairing mode
The most important step is to put the headphones in visibility mode for external devices, TWS-True Wireless Stereo headphones do not have physical power buttons in the classical sense; activation occurs automatically when removed from the charging case, but manual intervention is often required for the initial connection. If you open the case and the indicator does not flash, then the device is in sleep mode or is already trying to connect to the last known phone.
To force the search, you need to remove both headphones from the case at the same time. On most models of Xiaomi Mi True touch pads respond to prolonged pressing. You need to press and hold the touch zones on both headphones for 3-5 seconds. The LED display will change: instead of a rare flash, they will quickly and alternately light up in white or red, which signals the transition to Bluetooth Pairing mode.
⚠️ Note: If you are holding sensors more 10-15 In the second, the headphones can reset to factory settings, which will require a second pairing procedure.
It's important to understand the difference between single-earphone mode and stereo. When you first turn on, the right and left channels must first sync with each other, then broadcast the signal to the phone. It's when the flashing lights are fast, the headphones are ready to create a new connection with the smartphone. If that doesn't happen, try putting them back in the case, close the lid and repeat the procedure in 10 seconds.
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To save battery power, the headphones automatically go to sleep after 5 minutes of idleness outside the case. If you have a long time setting up the phone, periodically return them to the case.
Matching with Android smartphones
Owners of Android devices have a slight advantage, as the operating system often automatically recognizes accessories from the Xiaomi ecosystem. Once you have put your headphones in pairing mode, go to your smartphone settings. Find Settings → Bluetooth and activate the search for new devices. The list of available gadgets should appear the name of your model, for example, Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic or Redmi AirDots.
Click on the device name in the list. The system can request confirmation to create a pair — agree with the action. In some shells, such as MIUI or HyperOS, when you connect the original accessories on the screen, a proprietary animated window with a picture of the case and the current charge level of each earphone can pop up, which indicates the successful installation of the data exchange protocol and full compatibility.
- 📱 Open the notification curtain and press the Bluetooth icon for a quick transition to the menu.
- 🔍 Make sure there are no old entries on your headphones list if they were previously – delete them before you connect again.
- ✅ After the “Connected” status appears, check the sound by running any media file.
It’s worth noting that the interface may differ slightly on different versions of Android, but the logic of the action remains the same. If the smartphone found the device but writes “Connection Error” or “Unable to buckle”, try rebooting the phone’s Bluetooth module by turning it off and on. Also check if your headphones are connected to another device nearby, as the connection is often given priority to the last active gadget.
Configure the connection on the iPhone (iOS)
Apple users can also easily use Xiaomi Mi True headphones, although some branded features may not be available without third-party apps. The connection process on iOS is as standardized as possible. Once you make sure the headphones are in flashing mode, open the settings on the iPhone and go to the Bluetooth section.
In the Other Devices list, find the name of your headphones. Tap it to start the pairing procedure. iOS can request permission to use the microphone and contacts to display the caller's name - confirm all requests. Once you successfully connect next to the device name, you'll have Connected status, and a charge-level widget may appear in the center of the screen (depending on the iOS version).
| Function | Android (MIUI) | iOS (iPhone) | Android (Stock) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connection animation | Got it (automatically) | No (annex required) | No. |
| Charge mapping | In the curtain. | In the battery widget | In Bluetooth settings |
| Head assistant | Google / Xiao AI | Siri | Google Assistant |
| Low delay | Supported | Limited. | Depends on the codec. |
To expand the functionality on the iPhone, it is recommended to download the Mi Wear or Xiaomi Earbuds app from the App Store. These utilities allow you to reassign touch control, update the headphone firmware and adjust the equalizer, which is impossible to do through the standard iOS menu. Integration through the application makes using headphones on iPhone almost identical to use on Android devices.
Why is there no connection window animation on iPhone?
Use the Mi Wear app for advanced customization
While basic audio playback works immediately after pairing, the Xiaomi Mi True requires the use of specialized software to fully unlock the potential.The Mi Wear app (formerly known as Xiaomi Earbuds) is the central hub for managing the brand's audio devices. You can download it from Google Play, App Store or through scanning. QR-code-in-in-command.
Once installed, launch the app and log in to your Mi Account. Press the add-on button and select your model from the list. The app will find the connected headphones and suggest updating their software. Firmware is a critical component, as newer versions often fix bugs with channel desynchronization and improve noise reduction.
- 🎛️ Control setting: change actions when you double, triple or hold the sensor.
- 🔊 Equalizer: Select (preset) or adjust the frequencies manually for better sound.
- 🎮 Game mode: activate low latency mode to synchronize sound and image in games.
The app also has a headphone search feature that makes them squeak loudly if you lose them in the room. In addition, you can turn off automatic retrieval (when music is paused when you remove one headphone) if this feature bothers you. Check the update section regularly, as Xiaomi periodically releases patches that improve the stability of the Bluetooth connection.
☑️ Checking the settings in Mi Wear
Problem Solving: Headphones are not connected or only one is visible
One of the most common problems users have is when the smartphone sees only one headphone (usually the right one), and the left one is silent, or the devices are not detected at all, often due to the desynchronization of the stereo pair, when the right and left headphones have “forgot” each other, and to solve this problem, you need to perform a complete reset of the device to factory settings.
The reset procedure is usually as follows: place both headphones in the case, but don't close the lid. Find a function button on the case case (if you have one), or use the sensor areas of the headphones themselves. Press the button or sensors for 10-15 seconds until the indicators light up in orange or red, and then start flashing quickly white. This means that the headphones are cleared and ready for a new spark.
⚠️ Warning: After reset, be sure to delete the old headphone entry in your phone's Bluetooth menu ("Forget the device"), or the phone will try to connect to the old configuration and the sound may not appear.
If the problem is intermittent sound or constant communication interruptions, check the battery power. At low voltage, the transmitter power decreases, which leads to loss of signal. Also, the quality of communication can be affected by sources of interference: Wi-Fi routers, microwaves or crowded places with many Bluetooth devices. Try to move away from the radiation sources or switch the frequency of the Wi-Fi router to 5 GHz.
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If after a complete reset and reconnection the problem persists, the battery of one of the headphones or Bluetooth module may be faulty.
Connecting to a laptop, tablet and other devices
Headphones Xiaomi Mi True versatile and easily connect not only to smartphones, but also to laptops on Windows, macOS, as well as tablets and Smart TV. The principle of action is similar to mobile devices: you need to transfer the gadget to search mode and find it in the list of available Bluetooth devices of the computer operating system. In Windows 10/11, the path looks like this: Start → Settings → Devices → Bluetooth and other devices → Add Bluetooth or another device.
When connecting to a PC, it is important to consider that computers often have less powerful Bluetooth antennas located deep in the housing.This can lead to more frequent communication interruptions if you move away from the laptop further than 5-7 meters. For desktop PCs without an embedded module, an external Bluetooth adapter, preferably version 4.2 or 5.0, supporting A2DP and AVRCP profiles for stereo sound transmission will be required.
If you use headphones for video calls or games on your computer, pay attention to the sound delay. The default SBC profile can give you lip and voice desynchronization. In Windows audio settings, try switching the output device from Headset (Hands-Free, mono, low quality) to Headphones (Stereo, high quality), if you do not need a microphone at the moment, this will significantly improve the quality of the audio stream.