How to permanently remove news from the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi 8: the full guide 2026

The lock screen of Xiaomi Redmi 8 is the first thing you see when you unlock a smartphone. However, many users are faced with an annoying news feed that not only distracts attention, but also consumes traffic in the background. Despite the fact that MIUI offers limited settings to manage this content, completely delete news through the standard menu is impossible. In this article, we will analyze all the available methods, from basic settings to advanced methods using ADB and modifying system files.

Compounding the problem, after MIUI updates (especially versions 12-14), the news turn-off paths often change or disappear. For example, in Redmi 8 on MIUI 12.5 firmware, the option can be in one place, and on MIUI 14 it can be in another. We have taken these nuances into account and prepared current instructions for all versions of the software. If you are tired of advertising, unnecessary headlines or just want to increase battery life, this guide will help completely clear the lock screen of third-party content.

Why do news appear on the lock screen and can it be turned off?

The news feed on the lock screen is part of the Xiaomi ecosystem integrated into the MIUI shell, and it works through Mi Browser or Mi News, which automatically uploads content without you asking, and the main reasons for it are:

• 📱 Pre-setting MIUI: By default, the feature is enabled on all Redmi and Poco devices.
• 🔄 Firmware updates: After update MIUI settings can be reset and the tape appears again.
• 📡 Background activity: The service consumes up to 5-10MB of traffic per day, even if you don’t read the news.
• 💰 Monetization: Xiaomi works with partners (e.g. Yandex.Dzen or Google News) to deliver targeted ads.

Can you delete news for good? Yes, but the way you do it depends on the version of MIUI and your desire to tamper with system files. Standard settings only allow you to hide some content, whereas a complete deletion will require:

• 🔧 Manual shutdown via Settings (partial solution).
• 🖥️ Use of the ADB (Android Debug Bridge for deep customization.
• 📁 Modification of system files (requires unlocking the bootloader).

⚠️ Note: Disabling system services through ADB This can cause some features to function unstable, such as a weather widget or notifications. → Additionally. → Backup.

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in MIUI options, which is suitable for users who don't want to risk system stability, but keep in mind that this method doesn't remove the tape completely, it only hides it visually.

Instructions for Redmi 8 on MIUI 12-14:

1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
2. Slip on the item Style of the lock screen.
3. Choose the Simple or Classic option (without the news feed).
4. Go back and turn off the Recommendation Slider (if any).
5. Restart the device to apply the changes.

If your MIUI version does not have Lock Screen Style, try an alternative path:

1. Press the empty space on the lock screen.
2. In the menu that appears, select the Lock screen settings.
3. Turn off the news and recommendations options.

This method works on 70-80% of devices, but it has drawbacks:

• ❌ The tape may appear again after the update MIUI.
• ❌ Some news will still be loaded in the background.
• ❌ Weather or calendar widgets may disappear with news.

Method 2: Disconnection through "Special Opportunities" (hidden method)

A little-known trick that allows you to block news from displaying without using ADB works by disabling the service responsible for downloading content, and importantly, this method can reset some settings after a reboot.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Settings. → Special facilities.
2. Select Special Opportunity Services.
3. In the list, find MiuiDaemon (or com.miui.daemon) and turn it off.
4. Go back to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
5. Find the Mi Browser app (or Mi News) and turn off auto-start.
6. Reboot the phone.

After these actions, the news feed should disappear, but there are nuances:

• ⚠️ Some system notifications (such as weather) will also stop updating.
• ⚠️ After updating MIUI settings may reset.

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If the navigation gestures stopped working after MiuiDaemon was turned off, return the settings to the original state and use Method 3 with ADB.

Method 3: Completely delete news via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods didn't work, the most reliable way is to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a deep-tuning tool for Android that allows you to disable the system components responsible for the news feed, the advantage of the method is that the changes will persist even after the MIUI updates.

What you'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB-Drivers (you can download on the official Android website).
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB Redmi 8 (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap the assembly number → Come back to the extra. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (Win + R → enter cmd) and go to the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run the command to turn off the news feed: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.weather2 adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.yellowpage adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.news
5. Reboot the phone.

If the tape is still displayed after rebooting, try additional commands:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.daemon


adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks

⚠️ Attention: Disconnection com.miui.weather2 It will remove the weather widget from the lock screen. To return it, execute the command: adb shell pm install-existing --user 0 com.miui.weather2

Method 4: Delete news via system file editing (requires Root)

For users with unlocked bootloader and Root rights, there is a radical method - editing system files, which will permanently delete the news feed, but requires caution: improper changes can lead to the system failure.

What needs to be done:

1. Install a file manager with Root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiSystemUI/
3. Find the file MiuiSystemUI.apk and make a backup copy of it.
4. Open a file in a text editor (such as MT Manager) and find lines containing: com.miui.news com.miui.yellowpage
5. Delete or comment on these lines, then save the file.
6. Reboot the phone.

The alternative is to delete the entire folder:

/system/priv-app/MiuiDaemon


/system/priv-app/NewsArticle

⚠️ Note: Editing system files may result in a cyclic reboot.If this happens, restore backup through TWRP or re-flash the device.

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Use this method only if you are confident in your actions. For most users, Method 3 with ADB, which does not require Root rights, is enough.

Method 5: Using third-party launchers to bypass news

If you don't want to interfere with system settings, you can trick MIUI into installing a launcher, some of which, like Nova Launcher or Lawnchair, allow you to set the lock screen so that news doesn't show up, but this method doesn't work on all versions of MIUI.

How to set up:

1. Install an alternative launcher from Google Play.
2. Set it as the default launcher (Settings → Applications → Default).
3. In the launcher settings, find the Lock Screen section and turn off the option to Show system widgets.
4. If you don’t have an option, try installing the Minimal Lock Screen widget from the Play Market.

Pros of the method:

• ✅ Does not require a Root or ADB.
• ✅ It keeps all the functions of the phone.

Cons:

• ❌ Not all launchers support lock screen settings.
• ❌ News may still be loaded in the background.

Comparison of methods: which way to choose?

To make it easier for you to decide, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

Selection recommendations:

• 🔹 If you are a beginner, try Method 1 or 2.
• 🔹 If you are ready for experiments, use them. ADB (Method 3).
• 🔹 If you have a Root, Method 4 will give you the best result.
• 🔹 If you do not want to change anything in the system, install the launcher (Method 5).

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing news from the lock screen