How to completely disable the voice assistant on Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite: Google, Mi Assistant and others

Voice assistants on Xiaomi smartphones are often activated by accident — just press the Home button or say the phrase “OK, Google.” On the Mi A2 Lite model, this is especially annoying: the assistant can interrupt games, calls or simply interfere with everyday use. The problem is compounded by the fact that this model has both the standard Google Assistant and the branded Mi Assistant (depending on the firmware version), which can be turned off in several ways, from simple switching off in settings to completely removing system applications.

In this article, you will find 3 proven methods, including hidden MIUI and Android One settings, and instructions for root-enabled users. We will also look at why the assistant can spontaneously turn on after updates and how to avoid it. If you are tired of constant voice alarms or want to save battery life, read on.

Why is the voice assistant getting in the way of Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite?

On the Mi A2 Lite, voice assistants are activated for two main reasons: the hardware button and the voice command. The Home button is set to call Google Assistant by default when you press long, and the microphone constantly listens to key phrases like "OK, Google" or "Hi, Mi." This is not only annoying, but also consumes up to 5-7% of battery charge per day due to background activity.

The second problem is the assistant conflict, and some MIUI firmwares run both the Google Assistant and the Mi Assistant simultaneously, which leads to double notifications and errors, for example, when you try to open a camera with a voice, two applications can fire at once.

• 🔊 Random positives – the assistant is activated by noise or similar phrases.
• 🔋 Increased battery consumption – background listening to the microphone consumes resources.
• 📱 Conflict with other applications, such as a navigator or game.
• 🔒 Privacy issues – microphone can record conversations for analysis.

If you don't use voice commands, turning them off will speed up your phone and extend battery life. Next, we'll look at ways to turn off different versions of the firmware.

Method 1: Disconnect via Android Settings (without root)

The easiest method is to disable the assistant in standard settings. It is suitable for Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite on Android One (pure Android) and MIUI with firmware version 10-14. You do not need root rights or additional programs.

Instructions for Google Assistant:

1. Open the Google app (the icon with the letter “G” on the home screen).
2. Slip on your avatar in the upper right corner → Settings.
3. Choose Google Assistant → General.
4. Turn off the switches: 🔸 Google Assistant (Main Tumbler) 🔸 Voice input → Okay Google.

Settings

Annexes

Google

Notifications

For Mi Assistant (if installed):

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Mi Assistant (or the Mi Assistant).
3. Tap to turn off → confirm.
4. Return to Settings → Additional → Home button and uncheck the box from the Voice Assistant.

Long press on Home button does not call an assistant |

Voice command "OK, Google" doesn't work |

All microphone permissions disabled in Google app settings |

Mi Assistant Removed from Active App List-->

Important! After the firmware update, the settings may reset. To avoid this, prevent the auto-update of the Google app in the Play Store.

Method 2: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If the assistant continues to work even after turning off in the settings, you can block it through ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method does not require root rights, but it will require a computer and a computer. USB-cable.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version (or Android One Build Number).

Settings

Additionally.

For developers

USB debugging

ADB-driver

platform-tools

adb devices

(Your device should appear)

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

(Get off Google Assistant)

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.voiceassist

(Switches off Mi Assistant if available)

Warning: Uninstall commands remove the app only for the current user. Once the phone is reset, the assistant will come back.

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Method 3: Complete removal with root rights (for advanced)

If you're willing to take drastic measures and you have root rights, you can permanently delete the assistant system files, and this is irreversible, and once you delete it, you can only restore the assistant by flashing the phone.

Instructions:

1. Install Root Explorer or Total Commander with root access.
2. Go to: For Google Assistant: /system/priv-app/GoogleQuickSearchBox or /system/app/GoogleQuickSearchBox For Mi Assistant: /system/priv-app/MiuiVoiceAssist

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/data/data/com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention! Deleting system applications can cause the phone to run unstable, especially if you use Xiaomi branded services (such as Mi Cloud or Mi Account). TWRP Or Mi Flash Tool.

The alternative is to freeze apps with Titanium Backup or Lucky Patcher, which is less risky because it allows you to put it back together.

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If your voice notes or Google searches stop working after you remove the assistant, install an alternative app like Sound Search for music recognition.

How to disable the activation of the assistant button Home

Even after the voice commands are turned off, the assistant can be triggered with a long press on the Home button. This is standard behavior of MIUI and Android One, but it can be changed.

For MIUI:

1. Go to Settings → Home button (or Lock Screen and Password → Additional).
2. Select Long Press → No Actions or Last App.

For Android One:

1. Install the Home Button Customizer app.
2. Give him permission to have Special Opportunities in the settings.
3. Choose Long Press. → No action.

Note: on some versions of MIUI 12+, the Home button setting can be hidden, in which case only ADB or root will help.

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Turning off the Home button does not remove the assistant itself, but only prevents it from accidentally starting. Use methods 1-3 to completely disable it.

Why does the assistant turn on itself after the updates

Many Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite users are faced with the voice assistant turning on again after a firmware update.

• 🔄 Google Play Services automatically restores disabled components.
• 📦 Updates MIUI default.
• 🔧 Resetting cache or clearing Google app data returns standard settings.

To avoid this:

1. Stop auto-updating the Google app in the Play Store.
2. Use ADB to permanently shut down (method 2).
3. Install App Quarantine – it blocks the background activity of the assistant.

⚠️ Attention, if you are using beta versions MIUI, The voice assistant may return more often due to test builds, in which case it is recommended to switch to stable firmware or roll back to the previous version.

Alternatives to voice assistants on Xiaomi

If you’ve disabled standard assistants but want to keep some of the features (like voice search or smart home management), consider alternatives:

If you only need voice activation of the camera or flashlight, you can use the Voice Activate app – it is lighter than standard assistants and does not consume battery.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling voice assistant