Modern wireless headphones from Xiaomi and sub-brands like Redmi and Haylou are compact devices that sometimes require a system reboot. Unlike smartphones, they don’t have a “Reboot” button on the menu, which often confuses users when software errors occur. Resetting is a universal solution for most synchronization problems.
Situations when TWS-The headset stops seeing the phone or only one headphone is running, which is quite common, and this can be due to channel desynchronization or overflowing memory of the Bluetooth buffer. In such cases, a simple reset to factory parameters returns the device to its original state by removing all stored connection profiles.
The recovery process takes only a few minutes and requires no special tools, you don't have to disassemble the case or look for hidden buttons, because all manipulations are done through touch zones or physical control keys, the main thing is to clearly follow the sequence of actions to activate the desired mode.
Signs of the need to reset settings
Before taking drastic measures, it is important to make sure that the problem is really a software failure, not a hardware failure. Often users try to reset when it comes to a discharged battery or contamination of contacts. However, there are clear symptoms that indicate the need to restart the firmware.
One of the most obvious signs is that the stereo pair is out of sync, where the phone sees two different devices with similar names, or connects to only one earbud while the other is silent, and the alarm is that it can't pair when the lights don't flash the right color.
- 🎧 One earphone does not make a sound or works quieter than the second at full volume.
- 📱 Smartphone does not see the headset in the list of available Bluetooth devices.
- 🔋 The charge indicator on the phone is displayed incorrectly or is missing.
- 🔊 Emergence of extraneous noise, cracking or interruptions during playback.
If you see this happening, it's likely that the internal Bluetooth controller is confused about the connection priorities, so resetting clears the cache and forcefully initiating a search for a new master device, which is especially true after the operating system updates on the smartphone.
⚠️ Attention: If the headphones are physically damaged, flooded with water or do not respond to charging even after a long downtime on the case, a software reset may not help.
Preparation for the recovery procedure
The success of the operation depends on proper preparation. You don't have to try to reset the settings at random, holding the device on weight. In order for the algorithms to work properly, you have to create certain conditions that guarantee that the commands are read by the sensor.
First, make sure that the charging case has enough energy, if the battery is discharged to zero, it will not be able to transmit a reset signal to the headphones, even if they are charged themselves, and it is also important to clean the contact areas of oxides and dust.
- 🧼 Wipe with an alcohol napkin metal contacts on headphones and inside the case.
- 🔌 Charge the case and headphones at least until 30-40% before the beginning of the procedure.
- 📲 Turn off Bluetooth on your smartphone or remove the device from the list of previously used devices.
- 👐 Wash and dry your hands to improve your fingers’ slide through the touch areas.
It is important to put both headphones in the case before the manipulation. Some models only activate the reset mode when both devices are detected inside the charging box. The open case cover is also a prerequisite for most Xiaomi models.
☑️ Checklist before reset
Universal Reset Method for All Models
Most Xiaomi, Redmi AirDots, and Mi True Wireless wireless headsets support the standard forced reboot algorithm, which works 90% of the time and doesn’t require specific combinations to be found, and the main thing here is long-term retention of touch zones.
Remove the headphones from the case and make sure they are on (usually they turn on automatically). Then simultaneously touch the touch areas on both headphones and hold your finger for about 5-7 seconds.
Sequence of action:
1. Remove the headphones from the case.
2. simultaneously press and hold the sensors 5-7 seconds (until turned off).
3. Press and hold again 10-15 seconds (until flashing red/white).
4. Put it in the case and close the lid.In some cases, you have to do it twice, the first time you turn off the devices, and the second time you turn them into Factory Reset mode, and the indicators can flash red several times, signaling successful memory erasure profiles.
⚠️ Warning: Do not release your fingers immediately after the first vibration response or voice message "Power Off". To reset the settings, you must hold the touch longer until the indicators change the pattern of blinking.
Specificity of reset for different series of devices
Xiaomi’s audio lineup is extensive, and generations have used different logic chains to enter service modes. Older models like the first Redmi AirDots may require longer retention than the current Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2.
Active noise cancellation (ANC) models, such as the FlipBuds series or the Earbuds 3 Pro, often have a more complex menu structure, but the physical reset remains similar. However, it is important not to confuse reset with switching the noise emitter modes, which is also carried out (long press).
| Model | Retention time | Indication of success | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi AirDots | 20 seconds. | The indicator blinks 3 times | Reset only in the case |
| Mi True Wireless 2 | 10 seconds. | White flashing | Foot sensors. |
| Xiaomi Buds 3 | 10 seconds. | Orange light | The button on the case |
| Haylou GT1 Pro | 5 times in a row | Red-blue flashing | Five touches |
For devices with a physical button on the case, such as some versions of the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2S, the algorithm changes: you put the headphones in the case, open the lid and press the pairing button on the case for 10 seconds before the indicator lights up in white, which force the headset to search for a new device.
What to do if the indicators do not flash?
Solving Connection Problems After Reset
After the successful Hard Reset procedure, the headphones go into standby mode, and at this stage it is important to pair correctly to avoid re-synchronization, errors at this stage are often due to the cache of the old connection in the phone.
First, turn on Bluetooth on your smartphone and find your model on the list of forgotten devices. Click on Forget Device or Unpair. Only then can you start searching again. If you don't, the phone may try to connect to old, outdated encryption keys.
- 🔄 Remove the device from the Bluetooth list in your phone settings.
- 📡 Enable the search for new devices on your smartphone.
- 👂 Remove the headphones from the case (they should automatically go to search mode).
- 🔗 Click on the device name in the list on the phone screen to connect.
In some cases, especially on Android, it helps to clear the Bluetooth cache. Go to Settings → Apps → Show System → Bluetooth → Storage → Clear the cache. This action is safe and does not delete your personal data, but updates the network stacks.
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Useful tip: After resetting, always connect the headphones to one main device first, and only after successful sound check, pair them with the rest of the gadgets.!--WIDGET:tip
Diagnosis and Frequently Asked Questions
Even after the correct reset, there may be questions about how to continue operating, users often worry about whether the sound is gone forever or if it is a temporary glitch. TWS-Protocols help diagnose malfunctions faster.
If after resetting and repairing, the problem with quiet sound or lack of communication remains, it may be the firmware version.Many modern Xiaomi models support an update via the Mi Wear app or Xiaomi Earbuds. Checking for updates can fix software bugs that are not treated by a simple reset.
It’s also worth checking the sound balance settings in the smartphone itself. Sometimes the crash happens on the side of the phone’s operating system and the balance sliders shift one way. Check the Special Opportunities → Hearing Improvement section (or similar in your Android/iOS version).
⚠️ Warning: If neither resetting, flashing, or cleaning the Bluetooth cache helped, and one earphone still doesn't work, there's a high probability of battery failure or speaker.
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Resetting decides 95% software problems with connection, but is unable to fix a physical battery breakdown or speaker.!--WIDGET:keypoint