How to completely disable the voice assistant on the TV Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Why users want to remove voice assistant on Xiaomi TV and can it be done without consequences

Voice assistants in modern Xiaomi TVs — from Google Assistant to branded XiaoAI — are positioned as a convenient tool for controlling the device. However, in practice, many owners face involuntary microphone activation while watching movies, slowing the interface due to the background operation of the service or simply do not see the point in the function, especially for users who prefer classic remote control or do not use smart devices in the Mi Home ecosystem.

In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to disable the voice assistant on Xiaomi TVs, from basic settings to radical measures like resetting the system. It is important to understand that full voice removal (without the ability to return) is possible only on root-access firmware, but for most models (Mi TV 4S, Redmi Smart TV X, A Pro, etc.) there are enough standard methods. We will also touch on the nuances for different versions of PatchWall, the shell that manages all the “smart” functions on Xiaomi TV.

Before you start, check your TV version: go to Settings → About TV. If you have a model older than 2019 (for example, Mi TV 4A), some methods may not work due to outdated firmware, in which case you will need to update the software, we will discuss this at the end of the article.

Method 1: Disconnect via basic TV settings (works on 90% of models)

The easiest and safest method is to deactivate the voice assistant in the settings menu, which is suitable for most Xiaomi PatchWall 2.0 and higher TVs (including Mi TV 5, Redmi Smart TV X55, etc.).

What needs to be done:

• 📺 Turn on the TV and open the main menu with the Home button on the remote.
• ⚙️ Go to Settings. → Smart features (or smart home in some versions).
• 🔍 Find the Voice Assistant section (can be called XiaoAI, Google Assistant, or just Voice).
• 🔕 Turn off the slider next to Voice Activate or Allow Microphone Access.
• 🔄 Restart the TV (Power button for 10 seconds or via the menu).

If the voice assistant continues to activate when you press the button on the remote, then move on to the next method. Also note that some models (Mi TV Q1) may need to disable Google Assistant separately in the Accounts → Google section.

Method 2: Reassign the voice button on the remote control

Many Xiaomi TV remotes have a separate button with a microphone image that directly activates the voice assistant, and even if you turn off the feature in the settings, accidentally pressing that button can turn it on again, so the solution is to reassign the button to another command.

How to do this:

1. Press the Home button on the remote and hold it for 5-7 seconds until the reassignment menu appears.
2. Select the microphone button (usually illuminated).
3. In the action list, select No Action or any other feature (such as Open Netflix).
4. Save the changes and make sure the button no longer activates voice search.

⚠️ Note: On Bluetooth remotes (for example, for Mi) TV Q2) The only way out is to physically tape the button with tape or use an alternative remote (e.g., Xiaomi Mi Remote without voice button).

Method 3: Disable the microphone at the system level (for advanced users)

If previous methods failed, you can block access to the microphone at the Android TV level.This method requires access to the developer and does not work on all models, but it is guaranteed to disable any voice functions, including XiaoAI and Google Assistant.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About TV. Find the Build Number string and click on it 7 times in a row until you become a developer notification appears.

For developers

USB debugging

USB

ADB

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.mitv.voiceassistant


adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.apps.googleassistant

Once these commands are executed, the voice services will be completely deactivated until the next reset. To return them back, use the same command, replacing the disable-user with enable.

Method 4: Reset the TV to factory settings (radical solution)

If the voice assistant continues to work despite all manipulations, the last option is a complete system reset, which will delete all user data, including installed apps and settings, but return the TV to a “clean” state, where voice functions can be turned off from scratch.

How to reset Xiaomi TV:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → System system → Reset.
• 🔄 Choose Reset all settings (or Restore factory settings).
• 🔐 Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
• ⏳ Wait for the process to be completed (it will take 5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: After resetting, the TV will require reconfiguration, including Wi-Fi connection and Mi Account login. If you forget your account details, untie the device on account.xiaomi.com before you can otherwise risk blocking the TV.

Method 5: Physically shutting down the microphone (for tech-savvy people)

If the software methods don't work, and the voice assistant gets in the way so much that you're willing to take drastic measures, you can physically turn off the microphone inside the TV, which is only suitable for users with experience in disassembling equipment and is not warranty.

What will be required:

• 🔧 A set of screwdrivers (usually Torx) T5 or Phillips PH0).
• 🧲 Plastic blade for disassembly.
• 📸 Camera (to capture the location of the parts).

Algorithm of action:

1. Turn off the TV and wait for the complete cooling.
2. Remove the back cover, carefully poke it with a spatula (start with the corners).
3. Find a microphone — usually a little black piece next to the motherboard, connected through a plume.
4. Disconnect the microphone plume from the board (do not confuse it with other connectors!).
5. Put the TV back together in reverse order.

⚠️ Warning: After the microphone is physically disabled, voice search in PatchWall will give an error, but the TV itself will remain functional. If you want to return the function in the future, you will have to re-disassemble the TV and plug the plume back in.

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Before disassembling, take a picture of the location of all the plumes and screws - this will help to avoid errors in the assembly, and we recommend using an antistatic bracelet to avoid damaging the board with static electricity.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the voice assistant is disabled, users sometimes face unexpected consequences, and let's look at typical situations and ways to fix them.

Problem 1: After the voice was turned off, the remote control stopped working.

🔹 Solution: Reset the remote to factory settings (clip Home) + Back for 10 seconds or reconnect it through Settings → DU remote.

Problem 2: The TV itself turns on the microphone after the update.

🔹 Solution: Turn off automatic updates in Settings → System system → Update the software or repeat the steps from Method 3 (c) ADB).

Problem 3: There is a microphone error notification on the screen.

🔹 Solution: If the microphone is physically disabled, you can only hide the notification through the ADB-team:

adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.mitv.voiceassistant

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If the voice assistant continues to activate after all the manipulations, check the TV for viruses through an antivirus (for example, Dr.Web for Android TV).

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