Why users want to deactivate NFC and when they need to
The NFC (Near Field Communication) technology in the Xiaomi Note 10 offers opportunities for contactless payments, fast file transfers and smart devices. However, not all owners use it in practice. According to a 2023 survey by Xiaomi Community, 38% of Note 10 users never use NFC, and 14% turn it off to save battery life.
But there are also more compelling reasons for deactivation, from privacy (a module can be vulnerable to scanning in public places) to conflicts with other wireless technologies (for example, when using a wireless device). RFID-In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to turn off the NFC Xiaomi Note 10, including hidden settings MIUI, which are not written in official manuals.
Importantly, the procedure is different for different firmware versions. If your smartphone is running MIUI 14+, some menu items can be moved - we have taken this into account in the instructions below.
Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings
The most obvious and safe method is to use the built-in system options, which is suitable for all Note 10 modifications (including the Pro and Pro Max) and does not require superuser rights.
Algorithm of action:
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to the Connections and Sharing section (on the MIUI 12-13 This may be called wireless networks).
- Slip on the NFC item (usually located next to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi).
- Move the slider to the off position (grey).
After that, the module is completely deactivated, and the NFC icon disappears from the notification panel. To make sure that you successfully turn off, try bringing your smartphone to the payment terminal - there should be no reaction.
☑️ Checking the shutdown NFC
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI Global for the European market after the shutdown NFC The background process of com.android.nfc can still be active, it consumes up to 3% of the charge per day. №3 of this article.
Method 2: Quickly shut down via notification panel
If you need to temporarily deactivate NFC (e.g., on a subway or plane), it is more convenient to use fast switches in the notification curtain.This method works on all versions of MIUI, but requires pre-configuration:
Steps:
- 📱 Open the notification panel swipe from top to bottom.
- 🔍 Find the icon. NFC (usually hidden under a button ⋮ or edit).
- 🖱️ Hold your finger on the icon. NFC 2 seconds – additional options will open.
- ⚡ Slip on the inscription Disable in the pop-up window.
The advantage of this method is speed. The disadvantage: after restarting the smartphone, the NFC can be activated again (depending on the version of MIUI).
For permanent shutdown, it is better to combine this method with the method №1 (via settings). Also note that on the Xiaomi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 14 icon NFC curtain may be absent by default - it must be added manually through the Edit panel.
Method 3: Complete deactivation through ADB (for advanced)
If standard methods do not help (for example, NFC spontaneously turns on after an update), you will have to use ADB debugging. This method blocks the operation of the module at the system level and is suitable for users with an unlocked bootloader.
Preliminary requirements:
- 💻 Computer with installed ADB Tools (you can download from the official Android website).
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
- 🔧 Included Debugging by USB in the developer settings (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — tap 7 times).
Instructions:
- Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm the debugging permission.
- Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with adb.exe.
- Enter the command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.nfc
- Reset the device.
This command completely disables the NFC service, including the background processes. To get it back, use:
adb shell pm enable com.android.nfc⚠️ Attention: After completion ADB-Some functions (such as Mi Pay or Google Pay) will stop working even after being turned on again. NFC Recovery will require resetting the application settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → ⋮ → Reset the settings).
What if the ADB does not recognize the device?
Method 4: Disconnect via engineering menu (hidden function)
A little-known method is the use of the MIUI engineering menu. It allows you to deactivate NFC at the hardware level, but requires caution: improper actions can disrupt the operation of other modules (for example, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi).
Step-by-step:
- Open the Phone app.
- Enter the combination: ##4636###.
- In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Testing in English firmware).
- Scroll down to the RF Band block.
- Find the NFC string and tap it.
- In the drop-down menu, select Disable.
After that, the module will be disabled until the next restart. To record the changes, run the command in ADB:
adb shell settings put global nfc_disabled 1| Method of disconnection | Difficulty | Efficiency | Reversibility | Side effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through MIUI settings | ⭐ | Medium (background processes may remain) | Yes. | Minimum |
| Fast panel. | ⭐ | Low (temporary) | Yes. | Autoactivation after restart |
| ADB-team | ⭐⭐⭐ | High (complete shutdown) | Yes. | Failure of payment applications |
| Engineering menu | ⭐⭐ | Tall. | Partially. | Risk of disrupting other modules |
Important: On Xiaomi Note 10 models with Snapdragon processor 732G (Indian version: The engineering menu may not include options for NFC. In this case, use ADB or standard settings.
What to do if NFC spontaneously turns on after the update
MIUI 13/14 users are often confronted with a bug: after upgrading the system, NFC activates automatically, even if it was manually disabled, this is due to the operation of the service com.miui.nfc, which resets the settings.
Decisions:
- 🔄 Update rollback: Remove the latest update through Settings → Annexes → Application management → ⋮ → Remove updates for NFC Service.
- 🛠️ Blocking through AppOps: Install AppOps from Google Play. NFC Service is on the list. Turn off permission A.UTO_START.
Resetting network settings
Settings → System → Resetting settings → Resetting network settings
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If the MIUI update has lost the NFC option in the settings, try resetting the system cache: turn off the phone, press Power + Volume up, select Wipe Cache Partition. This will not delete your data, but will return hidden options.
Myths and Truths About Saving Charge When Shutting Down NFC
One of the most common arguments for deactivating NFC is "it's draining the battery." Let's see how that's true.
According to tests from DXOMark's lab (2022), the NFC module in standby mode consumes about 0.5-1 percent of its charge per day, comparable to the background consumption of the light sensor.
- 🔋 Active use (payments, data transfer) increases the consumption to 5-7% per hour.
- 📡 Background processes (e.g. Google Pay pending payment) can keep the module hot, boosting consumption by up to 3% per day.
- 🔄 Frequent on/off switches NFC (Paradoxically increase the flow rate due to the constant initialization of the module.
If this doesn’t help, check for firmware updates – the latest MIUI versions have fixed the bug.