How to permanently remove news from the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S

The lock screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S often turns into a feed of news, advertising and unnecessary notifications — especially if you are using global or Chinese MIUI firmware. Even after disabling personalized recommendations, widgets continue to appear, eating battery power and distracting from basic tasks. In this article, we will analyze all the working ways to remove news from the lock, including hidden settings and bypassing system restrictions.

Compounding the problem, MIUI actively resists users’ attempts to disable ad elements — after updates, settings can be reset, and some menu items are not in the standard interface at all. We tested solutions on the Redmi Note 10S with MIUI 12.5-14 firmware, and highlighted the only method that works 100% even after resetting. If you are tired of intrusive banners and want to return a clean lock screen, read on.

Why does the news appear on the lock screen?

News and advertising widgets are part of Xiaomi’s ecosystem, integrated into the MIUI shell.

  • 📰 Mi Browser – even if you don’t use it, it works in the background and uploads content.
  • 🔄 Personalized recommendations – the system analyzes your actions and shows you “relevant” news.

On the Redmi Note 10S (as with other MIUI models), these widgets are activated by default in regional firmware. Even if you turn them off through settings, the system can turn them back on after updating or rebooting. Moreover, some widgets (such as Weather or Calendar) masquerade as useful utilities, but actually pull data from the same ad networks.

⚠️ Attention: On Chinese firmware (CN ROM) Disable news is more difficult – many menu items are missing or require binding to a Chinese Mi Account. If you have such a version, skip the standard methods and immediately go to the section about blocking through the Internet. ADB.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

Let’s start with the simplest method, which works on global and European firmware (MIUI EU, Global ROM), you do not need root rights or additional programs.

  1. Open the Settings → Lock screen.
  2. Slip on the lock screen style (or Wallpaper & Lockscreen in English version).
  3. Choose any style without widgets (for example, "Simple" or "Classic").
  4. Go back and go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
  5. Find the Mi Browser app (or Browser), open its settings and turn off Auto Run, Show notifications, and Show on the lock screen.
  6. Repeat step 5 for GetApps, Mi Video, Mi Music and Cleaner apps.

After this action, the news should disappear, but there is a caveat: MIUI can turn on the widgets again after the update.

  • 🔧 Go to Settings. → Accounts and synchronization → Mi Account and disable Personalized Recommendations.
  • 📵 B Settings → Disable notifications for all Xiaomi apps (except critical ones, such as Security).
  • 🔄 Reboot the phone – it will reset the widget cache.

Lock screen-style widgets disabled |

Mi Browser| Background Processes Closed

Notifications for advertising applications disabled |

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If the news is still coming, then your firmware has been modified (e.g. MIUI CN or custom build), in which case move on to the next way.

Method 2: Use of the "No Distractions" mode

MIUI 13 and later has a hidden Focus Mode (or Do Not Disturb in the English version) feature that can block widgets on the lock screen.This method is less radical than disabling through ADB, but requires fine-tuning.

  1. Open Settings → Notifications → Do not disturb mode.
  2. Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
  3. Then, choose the calendar and choose the schedule.
  4. Go back and move to the exceptions.
  5. Turn off all items except alarms and calls (if you need them).
  6. Scroll down and turn off Show Lock on the screen for all applications.

This method doesn't remove widgets completely, but it hides them behind a blurred veil, and the downside is that you won't see useful notifications (like missed calls) either. If you have to leave notifications but only remove news, combine this with the first.

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Method 3: Blocking through ADB (performs 100%)

If standard methods didn't work, it's time to move on to radical measures: ADB commands let you disable system widgets at the firmware level, and it works even on Chinese versions of MIUI. You'll need a computer and 5 minutes of time.

Step 1: Preparation

  • 🖥️ Install. ADB Tools on PC (Windows, macOS or Linux).
  • 📱 On the phone, activate Developer Mode: go to Settings → About the phone and 7 times tap on the version MIUI.
  • 🔌 Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers and enable debugging by USB.
  • 🔗 Connect the Redmi Note 10S to the computer and confirm the debugging permission.

Step 2: Execution of commands

Open the command line (or terminal) on your PC and enter it one by one:

adb shell


pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.weather2




pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.yellowpage




pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.news




pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.player




pm hide com.android.browser

These teams:

  • Remove weather, news and music widgets for the current user (without root rights).
  • Hide Mi Browser is the main source of advertising.

Once you've completed the commands, restart your phone. The lock screen news will disappear forever, even after the MIUI updates. If you want to return the widgets, use the command:

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.weather2

(Replace com.miui.weather2 with the desired package)

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 14+) The pm uninstall commands may not work due to Xiaomi limitations, in which case use an alternative method: adb shell settings put global settings. lock_screen_allow_privapp_op 0 This command blocks all privileged widgets on the lock screen, but can affect the operation of some system functions (for example, the camera on the lock). 💡ADB-Teams are the only way to permanently remove news from the lock screen on Chinese firmware MIUI, where the standard settings are locked. 4: Install a custom launcher if you do not want to mess with ADB, You can go around the corner, you can install an alternative launcher that supports lock screen settings, which is suitable for users who want to not only remove news, but also customize the appearance of the phone. Best Options for Redmi Note 10S: Launcher Support for Locking Pros of Cons Lawnchair ❌ No Light, Fast, Similar to Pixel Launcher Does Not Replace the Nova Launcher Lock screen ❌ No Maximum Customization, Gestures Requires a Separate App to Lock Lawnfeed + Lawnstep ✅ Yes Full lock screen replacement, widgets Complex setup, paid Microsoft Launcher ❌ No Windows Integration, Minimalism No lock control To completely replace the lock screen, you will need: Install a launcher (for example, Nova Launcher). Download a separate locking application, for example, Lawnstep or Always On AMOLED. In the launcher settings, select it as the default application. Disable the lock system screen through ADB (lower). adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.keyguard This is a way to maximize freedom, but it has risks: if the launcher or locking app freezes, you can't unlock the phone. We recommend you test the settings in safe mode first. How do you get the system lock back if something goes wrong? If after disabling com.android.keyguard lock screen stopped working, connect the phone to the PC and execute the command: adb shell pm enable com.android.keyguard If the phone does not respond to the connection, restart it in Safe Mode (press the power button). + increase the volume when loading) and turn on debugging USB again. 5: Disconnect via Settings Editor (for advanced) If you have root rights or are willing to use tools like Shizuku, you can manually edit the system settings responsible for lock widgets. This is a method that requires caution, but it gives you complete control: 📱 Shizuku app (for working without root). 🛠️ SQLite Editor or 💡Before editing system files, make a backup copy through TWRP What to do if news comes back after an update? Xiaomi regularly releases updates that can reset settings or return disabled widgets. If news reappears on the lock screen after the update, follow these steps: Check the app versions: Update Mi Browser, GetApps and other system programs through the Play Market (if there are any. Reset widget settings: Go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → All applications, find the System Interface MIUI and click Delete Data (this won't delete your files, but reset the widget settings). ADB-Team: After major updates MIUI (For example, 13 to 14) you may need to rerun the commands from Method 3. Reverse to the old firmware: If the update brings too much advertising, you can return the previous version. MIUI via Fastboot or TWRP. For instructions, look for the Xiaomi.eu or XDA-Developers forums. MIUI China, consider switching to global or European firmware, with less advertising and more flexible lock screen settings). FAQ: Frequent questions ❓ Why is there an empty space on the lock after the widgets are turned off? MIUI — The system reserves space for widgets even if they are disabled. To remove the void: Install wallpaper with high resolution (recommended). 1080×2400 For the Redmi Note 10S). In the lock screen settings, select "Classic" or "Clock Only" style. If there is an empty space, use the "Clock Only" style. ADB-Adb shell settings put global lock_screen_customization_mask 0 ❓ Can you delete news without a computer? Yes, but not on all firmware. Try it: 📱 Install the Block Launcher app – it blocks widgets on the lock screen. 🔧 Use Activity Launcher to manually disable news-related system activities. 🛡️ Install Custom Quick Settings and turn off the com.miui.news service via the notification panel. These methods are less reliable than ADB, It can help if you don’t have access to a PC. ❓ Will these methods work on the Redmi Note? 11/12? Most of the methods (especially) ADB Settings.db editing works on all smartphones Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco s MIUI 12–14. Exceptions: On the Redmi Note 11 and newer may not work removal com.miui.weather2 — Instead, use pm hide. Poco smartphones sometimes require you to turn off com.miui.personalassistant. For precise instructions, specify the model and version. MIUI customized. ❓ How to Remove Advertising in Other Places MIUI? News on the lock screen is only part of Xiaomi’s advertising ecosystem.To clean up the system completely: Disable Personalized Recommendations in Mi Account. Delete or freeze apps: com.miui.msa.global (advertising service) com.xiaomi.midrop (unnecessary file manager) com.miui.cleanmaster (ad cleaner) Use My Android Tools to massively disable ad packages. ❓ Can I return the widgets if I need them? Yes. Restore: For ADB-Use the adb shell cmd package install-existing command com.miui.weather2 (To edit settings.db: return the parameters to 1. For custom launcher: return the system com.android.keyguard through ADB. If you have deleted widgets via pm uninstall without a flag --user 0, They can only be re-created by re-flashing.