How to remove voice assistant from the TV Xiaomi: instructions for all models

Voice assistants on Xiaomi TVs are a useful feature for some and an annoying interface element for others. If you are in the second category of users, you probably have already tried to find a way to disable or remove Google Assistant, Alice from Yandex or the built-in Mi AI Assistant from the screen of your Mi TV, Redmi TV or P1/E1 model. The problem is that the manufacturer does not always provide an obvious path to complete removal – often the assistant is simply “hidden” in the settings or returns after a firmware update.

In this article, we will discuss all working methods, from standard shutdown via menus to radical methods such as factory reset or lock through ADB. We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of MIUI TV (2021-2026) and models with Android TV on board. If you are tired of random microphone positives or just want to free up the system resources, read on.

Why the voice assistant is getting in the way: 3 main problems

Before we get to the instructions, it’s worth understanding why users want to get rid of the voice assistant on Xiaomi TV.

• 🎤 False positives: The assistant is activated from random sounds (coughing, music, talking in the room), interrupting the viewing.
• 🐢 Slowing down: Background processes of the assistant (Google Assistant or Mi) AI) consume up to 10-15% CPU 200-300 MB of RAM, which is critical for budget models.
• 🔍 Data collection: Even in sleep mode, assistants can transfer voice recordings to Google or Yandex servers (see more in the privacy section).

In addition, on some firmware (e.g. MIUI TV 3.0-4.0), the assistant takes up space in the quick access panel, and its icon is not removed by standard means. This is especially annoying for owners of TVs with remote controls without a microphone button - the function is useless, but continues to "hang" in the interface.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via settings (without root)

The easiest method is to deactivate the assistant in the settings menu.It is suitable for most models Xiaomi Mi TV 4/4S/4A, Redmi TV A2/A3, P1E/P1W and others based on Android TV 9-11.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (cog in the upper right corner of the main screen).
2. Go to Device → Voice (or Assistant and Voice Input on new firmware).
3. Select the Voice Assistant (could be called the Google Assistant or Mi AI Assistant).
4. Move the slider to the off position. or press Disconnect.
5. Confirm the action if you receive a request to access the microphone – choose to Disable.

On some models (e.g. Mi TV Q1/Q2), the path may be different:

Settings → Applications → All apps → Google → Permissions → Microphone → Ban

Method limitation: After updating the firmware, the settings may reset. TV X50/X65) not allow Alice to be disabled through the standard menu, you will need a method №3 or №4.

Method 2: Remove via ADB (for advanced users)

If the standard shutdown didn’t work, you can completely uninstall the assistant app using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting the TV to your computer, but is guaranteed to remove unnecessary services. Suitable for all Android TV models, including Xiaomi Mi TV 5 Pro, P1 55, and others.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 Cable USB-A → USB-A (or USB-C → USB-A new-model).
• 🛠️ Utility. ADB Tools (download from Android site).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the TV debugging mode via USB: Settings → About TV → Assembly number (click 7 times in a row) → Back to Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB (Incl.)
2. Connect the TV to the computer with a cable and confirm the debugging permission on the TV screen.
3. Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and check the connection: Adb devices must show the serial number of your TV.
4. Run the command to delete Google Assistant: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox To remove Alice: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 en.yandex.quasar For Mi AI Assistant: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.voiceassist
5. Reboot the TV: Adb shell reboot.

Important: Once uninstalled via ADB, the assistant won’t return even after the firmware update, but some system features (such as voice search on YouTube) may stop working.

Method 3: Blocking through application settings

If you don't want to delete the assistant, but you can put up with it too, you can block its activity through the application menu, which is less radical than ADB, but more effective than a standard shutdown.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → All applications.
2. Search the Google (or Alice/Mi AI Assistant) list and select it.
3. Press Stop (forced stop)
4. Go to Permits and deny access to: 🎤 Microphone. 📡 Internet (Wi-Fi/mobile) 📁 Warehouse (if any)

Remove updates

For reliability, you can also turn off auto-start:

Settings → Applications → Auto Run → Find Google/Alice → Disable

This method doesn't remove the assistant, but it makes it completely inoperable.

Method 4: Reset to factory settings (extreme case)

If all previous methods failed (e.g., on Xiaomi Mi TV 4X with custom firmware), it will be completely reset, which will delete all data, including accounts and installed apps, but return the TV to a “clean” state without assistants.

How to reset:

1. Open Settings → About TV → Reset and Update.
2. Select Resetting (or Resetting Factory Settings).
3. Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

To completely stop collecting data, in addition to disabling the assistant, disable access to:

Settings → Privacy → Special Permits → Access to the microphone → Disable for all applications

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to remove a voice assistant, users often face typical problems, and here's how to prevent or fix them:

Tips for Mi TV Stick owners: on this device, the voice assistant is sewn into the launcher, so it can not be removed without replacing the firmware. The only way out is to use an alternative launcher (for example, ATV Launcher).

Bonus: How to bypass FRP after reset (if you forgot your account)

If the TV requires data input from your Xiaomi account after a reset and you don’t remember it, there are several ways to get around it, and they work on most models from 2018 to 2023:

Method 1: Through the Service Menu

1. On the account entry screen, click on the Email field and enter any text.
2. Select the text entered and select Share in the context menu.
3. In the window that opens, select Gmail (or another app).
4. Return to the main screen via the Home button on the remote – the lock will be reset.

Method 2: Through OTG-cable and file manager

1. Connect to the TV OTG-cable with a flash drive, which is installed file manager (for example, FX File Explorer).
2. Install the manager through Settings → Security → Unknown sources.
3. Cross the path. /data/data/com.xiaomi.account/ and delete the account.db files and miui_analytics.
4. Reboot the TV.

⚠️ Attention: bypass FRP It may violate the warranty conditions. TV Q2 2026) these methods may not work due to enhanced protection.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions