How to permanently remove news from the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro

The lock screen Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro is not just protection of your smartphone, but also a whole platform for displaying information. By default, there can appear news feeds, weather widgets, banner ads and even app recommendations. For many users, this is convenient, but what if you want to completely clear the lock screen of unnecessary elements?

The problem is that MIUI (the Xiaomi brand shell) is actively integrating news and advertising services, and turning them off is not always obvious. In this article, we will examine all possible ways, from standard settings to hidden developer parameters, you will learn how to remove not only the news feed, but also the accompanying widgets that take up space and consume battery power.

It is important to understand that some methods may differ depending on the version of MIUI (for example, MIUI 12 vs MIUI 14).We will take these nuances into account and provide current solutions for the Redmi Note 9 Pro for 2026.

Why does the news appear on the lock screen?

The news feed on Xiaomi’s lock screen is part of the Msa (Mi Security Center) ecosystem and Mi Browser service, and by default, the system downloads content from multiple sources:

• 📰 Local news (based on your region, as defined by the SIM-card GPS).
• 🌦️ Weather widgets with forecast and temperature.
• 🎯 Advertising banners from Xiaomi partners (for example, AliExpress, games, applications).
• 🔄 Content recommendations from Mi Video, Mi Music and other services.

These elements are not accidental: Xiaomi monetizes its shell through displaying ads and affiliate programs, but for the user, this means:

• ⚡ Additional battery consumption (background synchronization of news).
• 📶 Mobile data traffic (unless you are connected to Wi-Fi).
• 👁️ Intrusive content that distracts from the main tasks.

Fortunately, most of this can be turned off. Next, we'll look at 4 basic methods, from simple to advanced.

Method 1: Turning off news via standard settings

The easiest way to remove the news feed is to use the built-in MIUI options, which works on most firmware versions and does not require superuser rights.

Instructions:

1. Open the settings on your Redmi Note 9 Pro.
2. Go to Lock Screen (or Lock and Protect in some versions).
3. Find Lock screen style and select Classic or Simple (without widgets).
4. Scroll down and turn off the Show Recommendations or News Feed option.
5. Return to the basic lock screen settings and deactivate the Weather, Calendar and other widgets.

If the news is still coming after this action, check the Mi Browser settings:

• 🔍 Go to the Browser app (the icon with the blue Mi icon).
• 📱 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings → Main page.
• 🚫 Disable Recommended Content and News Feed.

Note: On some versions of MIUI (e.g. MIUI 13 for global firmware), the item with the news feed may be called Mi Globe or GetApps Recommendations. If you do not find an option, use the settings search (the magnifying icon at the top).

Method 2: Disable advertising and news via Msa (Mi Security Center)

Msa (Mi Security Center) is responsible for the security and personalization of content on Xiaomi devices, which is where news and advertising are often uploaded, to limit its activity:

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search box, type "Msa" (or "Mi Security Center").
3. Select the app and click on Restrictions (or Permissions).
4. Turn off the following permissions: 📡 Mobile data (so Msa doesn't load content in the background). 📍 Location (to avoid local news). 📱 Displaying on top of other windows (this will prevent pop-up notifications).

Stop it.

Then restart your phone. The news should disappear, but note that Msa may be activated again after the system update. You'll have to repeat the procedure.

Important: On some firmware (e.g., the Chinese version of MIUI), completely disabling Msa can cause errors in synchronization of the Mi Account account. If you have problems after manipulation, return the permissions back.

Method 3: Using ADB to deep shut down

If standard methods don’t work, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a tool for debugging Android, which will disable system applications that can not be manually removed.

Preliminary requirements:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (You can download from the official Android website).
• 🔌 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press to activate the developer mode, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔒 Unlocked OEM Unlock (in the same settings for developers).

Instructions:

1. Connect the Redmi Note 9 Pro to your computer via USB and select File Transfer mode.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device.
4. Run the command to disable Msa: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.weather2 adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.weather.provider adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.miservice
5. To disable the Mi Globe newsfeed, use: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.globallauncher
6. Reboot the phone.

If after the reboot the news disappeared, but there were system errors – return the applications back with the command:

adb shell pm enable com.miui.weather2

(Replace the name of the package with the correct one).

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Before using ADB, back up your data via Settings → System → Backup. In rare cases, disabling system applications can cause a failure.

Method 4: Install custom firmware (for advanced)

If you're willing to take drastic measures, you can install custom firmware without Xiaomi's built-in services, like LineageOS or Pixel Experience completely remove MIUI and all its "chips", including the news feed.

Advantages:

• ✅ Complete lack of advertising and news.
• ✅ Higher productivity (no background processes) MIUI).
• ✅ Regular security updates from the community.

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if the phone is under warranty).
• ⚠️ Risk of "bricking" if installed incorrectly.
• ⚠️ Certain functions (e.g, IR-Game Turbo or Blaster may not work.

Installation instructions:

1. Unlock bootloader through the official Xiaomi website (requires a binding account Mi and wait 7-30 days).
2. Install TWRP Recovery (Castom Recovery)
3. Download the appropriate firmware for the Redmi Note 9 Pro (codename of the device – joyeuse or excalibur, check in Settings → About phone → Model).
4. Flush the firmware through TWRP and run Wipe Dalvik/Cache.

Detailed firmware guides can be found on the XDA Developers or 4PDA forums. Remember: this method is only suitable for power users!

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Castom firmware is the most radical way to get rid of news, but it requires technical skills and lacks warranty. Use it only if other methods have not worked.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

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

For most Redmi Note 9 Pro users, the first two methods are enough. If news comes up anyway, try ADB. Keep the firmware on the back burner.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after the news is turned off, you may encounter some nuances.

⚠️ Note: If after the shutdown of Msa, weather notifications stop coming, this is normal. To return the weather to the home screen, use a widget from a third-party application (for example, AccuWeather or Yandex.Pogoda).

Problem 1: The news is gone, but there is an empty panel on the lock screen.

Solution: Go to Settings → Lock screen → Style and select “Hours Only” or “Minimalistic”.

Problem 2: After the MIUI update, the news came back.

Solution: Xiaomi sometimes resets after updates. Repeat the steps from Method 1 or Method 2.

Problem 3: I can’t find the News Feed item in the settings.

Solution: You may have a global firmware with a different option name.

• 🔍 Enable search in settings and type in “Recommendations” or “Globe».
• 📱 Check the Mi Browser settings (as described in Method 1).

Problem 4: ADB can't see the device.

Solution: Make sure that:

• 🔌 USB-The cable is good and supports data transmission.
• 🖥️ Xiaomi drivers are installed on the computer (you can download from the official website).
• 🔄 In the settings of the developer included debugging by USB and selected Always allow from this computer.

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