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How to Fix Intermittent Sound on HUAWEI FreeBuds 5i: Software & Reset Guide

HardReset.InfoJuly 28, 20254 min36 views
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Update Earbud Software

  • πŸ’‘ Ensure your HUAWEI FreeBuds 5i have the latest software by opening the HUAWEI AI Life app.
  • πŸ“² If an update is available, place the earbuds in the charging case and tap the 'download and install' button within the app.

Adjust Sound and Connection Settings (Android)

  • πŸ”Š For Android users, navigate to the HUAWEI AI Life app, tap your earbuds, and go to 'Sound Quality'.
  • πŸŽ›οΈ Experiment by switching between 'Sound Quality' and 'Connection Quality' settings to see if this resolves the issue.
  • 🎧 On Android, also check Bluetooth settings for your earbuds and disable any 'special audio' features if available.

Soft Reset Procedure

  • πŸ”Œ To perform a soft reset, place both earbuds in the charging case and close the lid.
  • πŸ”„ After a brief disconnection, open the case to allow the earbuds to reconnect to your phone.

Factory Reset for Persistent Issues

  • πŸ”‹ For a factory reset, place both earbuds in the charging case but do not close the lid.
  • πŸ”΄ Press and hold the connection button on the right side of the case until the front LED blinks red.
  • πŸ—‘οΈ After the reset, go to your phone's Bluetooth settings, 'forget' the earbuds, and then re-pair them by tapping them in the device list.
  • ⚠️ Note that for iOS 16, you might need to turn Bluetooth off and on after the factory reset for them to reconnect properly.
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