Notification about recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9T It's not just annoying with the constant pop-ups, but in some regions, it can be illegal without the consent of the person who's been using it. MIUI It is not always possible to deactivate this option completely.
In this article, weβll look at all the possible ways to disable notifications, from basic settings in the phone menu to advanced solutions through ADB and system file editing, and focus on the nuances for different firmware versions (MIUI 12, 13, and 14), and explain why some methods may not work on custom builds.
If you don't want to dig into the settings, go straight to the first method (the easiest one). ADB-commands and instructions for manual removal of the system applet of the record.
Method 1: Disabling recording of conversations in standard settings
So, to start with the obvious, check the settings of the Phone app, and in most cases, the notification is because of the automatic recording function that's activated, and here's how to deactivate it:
- Open the Phone app (the phone icon on the home screen).
- Slip on three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- Go to the Recording of Conversations section (in some versions of MIUI it may be called Auto Recording).
- Turn off Automatic Record slider and uncheck all contacts in the exclusion list.
Important: after shutdown, restart your phone. The notification should disappear in 5-10 minutes. If it does not happen, then the problem lies deeper.
βοΈ What to check before disabling the record
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On some versions of MIUI 13, the entry section may be hidden, in which case you can try an alternative path:
Settings β Applications β Application Management β Phone β Permissions β Microphone (disable)β οΈ Warning: Disabling microphone access for the Phone app will block all voice-related functions, including voice dialing and command recognition. Use this method only if others have not helped.
Method 2: Reset the settings of the "Phone" application
If the standard shutdown didnβt work, the cause could be a failure of the applicationβs configuration files, and the reset would return all settings to factory settings, including hidden recording settings.
Instructions:
- Go to Settings β Applications β Application Management.
- Find the phone in the list and tap it.
- Select Warehouse β Clear data and Clear cache.
- Once reset, all call logs and records will be deleted without recovery.
This method helps in 60% of cases when the notification appears due to a βstuckβ temporary files.
Method 3: Disconnection through "Special Opportunities"
In MIUI 14, Xiaomi added an additional layer of control over recording conversations through the special features menu, which works even if the basic settings do not respond.
How to turn it off:
- Open the Settings. β Special facilities.
- Scroll down to the Hearing section and select Conversation Recording Management.
- Turn off the slider Allow recording.
- Reset the device.
This section was created after users complained about illegal entry in some countries, and if it is not in your firmware, then your version of MIUI does not support this functionality.
Why can the notification come back after the reboot?
Method 4: Removal of the system applet (root/ADB)
If all previous methods have failed, drastic measures will have to be taken, and the notification is generated by the com.android.incallui system applet, which can be disabled or deleted, but requires superuser or ADB rights.
Option A: Through ADB (without root)
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.voiceassist
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.incallui/.ui.InCallActivityOption B: Through Magisk (with root)
- Install Magisk and App Systemizer module.
- Find the list of system applications com.miui.voiceassist.
- Select the Uninstall action and confirm.
β οΈ Attention: Removing system applets can cause the phone to function unstable, including crashes when calling.Before performing, make a backup through TWRP Mi Backup.
| Method | Root is required. | Risk to the system | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | β No. | β οΈ Low. | β β βββ |
| Resetting the phone app | β No. | β οΈ Medium (records deleted) | β β β ββ |
| Special facilities | β No. | β Absent. | β β β β β |
| ADB-team | β No. | β οΈ High (may break calls) | β β β β β |
| Removal via Magisk | β Yes. | β critical | β β β β β |
Method 5: Edit the build.prop file (for experienced)
In rare cases, the notification is associated with regional restrictions, spelled out in the system file build.prop. If you are confident in your actions, you can manually edit the recording settings.
Instructions:
- Get root access and install a file manager with support for system files (such as Root Explorer).
- Open the file on the path /system/build.prop.
- Find the lines: ro.operator.optr=... ro.operator.iso=... and replace them with ro.operator.optr=IN ro.operator.iso=in (this mimics Indian firmware, where the recording of conversations is disabled by default).
- Save the file, set the rights to 644, and restart the device.
Warning: Incorrect editing of build.prop can lead to bootloop.Before making changes, back up the file.
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If the phone stopped booting after building.prop editing, press Power + Volume Up to log in to Recovery and restore the original file via ADB sideload.
What do you do if nothing helps?
If youβve tried all the techniques and the notification of a call recording on Xiaomi 9T keeps popping up, the problem may be:
- π± Custom firmware - some builds (e.g. xiaomi.eu) have their own writing mechanisms. MIUI.
- π Regional restrictions - China, India and the EU have different laws on recording calls.
- π οΈ Hardware failure β if the notification appears even after resetting to factory settings, the modem module may be damaged.
Last Chance: Reverse to an Older Version MIUI. For example, in MIUI 12.0.3 for Redmi Note 9T There was no notification bug. Downgrade instructions can be found in FAQ below.
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Before any manipulation of the system, check whether the notification is connected to a third-party application (for example, Truecaller or a bank client).