Xiaomi smartphone users often experience wireless headphones that stop responding to touch or refuse to shut down in the standard way, which can be due to software failures in the MIUI or HyperOS shell, as well as the way the accessory works. Device owners often look for a way to force the connection to break or completely de-energize the headset to restore its normal operation.
It is important to understand that the process of disconnection depends on the type of your device: it can be classic Bluetooth headsets, modern TWS-earphones with a case or wired models. In each case, the algorithm of actions will differ, and the use of the wrong method can only lead to a temporary disconnection of communication, not to a complete shutdown of the device.
In this article, we will take a look at all the available methods, from simply turning off the smartphone menu to physically resetting the settings of the headphones themselves. We will look at Xiaomi’s regular tools, hidden engineering menus and radical ways to reboot, which will help if the gadget “hangs”.
Staff disconnection via Bluetooth menu
The most obvious and safe way to break a connection is to use Android system settings. However, many users confuse simply breaking a connection with completely turning off the headset power. In order to properly terminate the device, you need to perform a sequence of actions in the Settings interface.
Go to Settings → Bluetooth and find your model in the list of connected devices. Click on the gear icon or the arrow to the right of the name. Here you will see the button "Disable" or "Disconnect", and then the headphones will go to standby or turn off if the manufacturer provides this feature.
However, it is important to note that some models TWS-AirDots, Redmi Buds or third-party brands can automatically turn on when removed from the case, in which case the software shutdown on the phone will only stop the sound transmission, but will not de-energize the accessory.
⚠️ Warning: If you just turn off Bluetooth in the notification curtain, headphones can continue to look for a pairing device, consuming battery power.
To fully control your connection, use the extended menu. Go to Settings → Connections and Sharing → Bluetooth. Not only can you turn off your device, but you can also forget it, which will prevent you from automatically reconnecting the next time you turn on the headset.
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If the headphones don’t respond to a shutdown in the menu, try turning off Bluetooth on your phone first, and then putting the headphones away from your smartphone (more than 10 meters away) so they go into search mode and fall asleep.
Use of Xiaomi Earbuds and Mi Wear app
To better customize and manage the power of accessories, Xiaomi has developed specialized applications. If your headphones support work with Xiaomi Earbuds or Mi Wear, then managing their condition becomes much more flexible.
Once you have your headphones connected, open the app. The main window often displays your current charge and connection status. Some models, especially the flagship Xiaomi Buds series, have a forced shutdown or do not disturb mode feature, effectively stopping the microphones and speakers from working.
- 🎧 Open the Mi Wear or Xiaomi Earbuds app on the home screen.
- 🔌 Select a connected device from the list of available gadgets.
- ⚙️ Find the item "Device settings" or "Systems».
- 🛑 If available, click the “Disable” button or reset settings.
Apps also allow you to update the firmware of the headphones, which often solves problems with hanging. If the headset is not behaving properly, check for updates in the same menu. The new version of the software can fix bugs that caused the headphones to stop turning off.
Forced resetting of headphones (Hard Reset)
If the software methods don't help and the headphones are stuck without reacting to touch, you have to perform a hardware reset. TWS-models and allows you to completely de-energize the device controller, returning it to factory settings.
The most common reset is a charging case. Put both earbuds in the case and leave the lid open. Find the function button on the case case case (usually located behind or inside between the headphones). Press and hold this button for 10-15 seconds.
Indicator: Flashes white → Gasnet → Flashes red / whiteThe indicator should start flashing a certain color (often white or red), signaling a reset, then the headphones will turn off and go into pairing mode, this action is guaranteed to interrupt any freeze inside the microcontroller headphones.
For models without a button on the case (such as some versions of Redmi AirDots), the procedure may be different, sometimes requiring you to touch the touch areas on both headphones simultaneously and hold them for about 20 seconds until they signal to turn off.
☑️ Reset algorithm TWS headphone
Management through Engineering Menu and ADB
For advanced users who want to gain full control of the Bluetooth module of the Xiaomi smartphone, there are deeper management methods that allow not only to turn off the headphones, but also to completely reboot the Bluetooth stack of the operating system.
One way to do this is to use the engineering menu, and to call it, open the Phone app and type ##6484## (CIT). From the menu that opens, select Bluetooth, where you can test the module or program it to reboot, which will break all active connections.
A more powerful tool is USB debugging (ADB), which requires connecting the phone to the computer and having drivers installed, and with ADB, you can send a command to force the Bluetooth service to stop, which will instantly turn off all connected devices from the system's perspective.
adb shell am force-stop com.android.bluetoothIf you do this, you'll temporarily shut down the Bluetooth on your phone and reconnect, and all the paired headphones will lose connection, which is useful if the MIUI interface is frozen and you don't have to manage the connections through the standard menu.
⚠️ Note: Use of the Engineering Menu and ADB-Careful actions can lead to unstable operation of wireless modules of the smartphone.
Comparison of disconnection methods for different models
Xiaomi’s various headphone lines and sub-brands have their own controls, and understanding these differences will help solve the problem with the hanging device faster. Below is a table comparing the shutdown methods for popular series.
| Model headphones | Method of shutdown | Case-dumping | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Buds 3/4 | Car in the case | Yes (15 seconds) | Sensory retention |
| Redmi AirDots | Car in the case | Yes (20 sec) | No button on the case. |
| Mi True Wireless | The button on the case | Yes (10 sec) | Indicator inside |
| Haylou (OEM) | Touch control. | Yes (variable) | Depends on the version. |
As you can see from the table, most modern models rely on automatic shutdown when placed in a case. However, if the case is discharged or contacts are contaminated, the headphones can continue to work, in such cases, it is recommended to wipe the contacts with alcohol.
For wired headphones connected via a 3.5mm or USB-C connector, the concept of "off" does not apply in the classical sense. They only turn off when you remove from the connector or turn off the smartphone itself. If the sound is coming through the speaker, although the headphones are connected, check the settings in the Sound and Vibration section.
Why don't the headphones turn off in the case?
Solving Sound Halt Problems in MIUI and HyperOS
Sometimes the problem lies not in the headphones themselves, but in the Xiaomi operating system. MIUI shells and the new HyperOS can conflict with Bluetooth codecs, causing sound to “stuck” in the headphones even after they are physically turned off or removed from the phone.
To fix this, try clearing the Bluetooth cache. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps. Search for “Bluetooth.” Click on the system app you found, select “Memory” and click “Clear Cache.” Don’t confuse “Clear Data” with “Clean Data,” although in critical cases this can also help (you’ll need to re-pair devices).
Also worth checking is Development Options. If you have experimental Bluetooth features enabled, such as LDAC or aptX Adaptive, try turning them off. Sometimes it's the high bitrate that causes the audio stream to desynchronize and freeze.
- 📱 Go to Settings. → The telephone and 7 once click on "Version" MIUI/HyperOS».
- 🔧 Go to the Advanced Settings → For developers.
- 🎚️ Find the Audio or Bluetooth section».
- 🚫 Turn off the “Absolute Volume Level” options or change the codec.
If nothing works, a radical but effective method is to completely reset the network settings, which will bring all network settings, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, back to factory values. The way to this feature is: Settings → Connection and Sharing → Reset Wi-Fi, mobile networks and Bluetooth.
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In 90% of cases, the “hang” of headphones is solved by placing them in a case and holding the reset button for 15 seconds, which reboots the internal controller of the device.