The lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is not just a protection against accidental clicks, but also an information panel that the company actively downloads with content. Among other things, it displays news cards from Mi Browser, Xiaomi News and other services that are not useful to all users. The constantly updated tape can irritate, distract, and sometimes slow down the unlocking of the device.
If you're tired of unnecessary headlines, ads, or just want to get back to the minimalist look of the lock screen, this article is for you. We'll take a look at all the available ways to turn off news, including standard MIUI settings, hidden settings, and workarounds for stubborn firmware. Importantly, some methods require super-user rights, but most work without them.
Before you start, consider that Xiaomi regularly updates the MIUI interface, so the location of menu items may vary slightly depending on the firmware version. If your Redmi runs on MIUI 14 or newer, start with the first method - it is the most reliable. Owners of older models (for example, Redmi Note 8 Pro on MIUI 12) will have to combine several approaches.
1. Standard shutdown via lock screen settings
The most obvious and safe way to do this is to use the built-in MIUI options, which are suitable for most Redmi models, including the Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10 and newer devices.
Open the Settings app (the gear icon on your desktop) and go to the Lock Screen section. Depending on the firmware version, the path may look like this:
- 📱 Settings → Lock screen → Additional settings
- 📱 Settings → Lock screen → Lock screen settings
- 📱 Settings → Password and security → Lock screen (on some versions)
In the menu that opens, look for the item "News and Weather" (or just "News"). There may be a slider or a switch - turn it off. If the option is gray and inactive, then the news is tied to the Mi Browser system application - move to the next way.
Some firmware (e.g. MIUI 13 for the global version) will have a Settings News button instead of a slider. Click on it and uncheck all the boxes in the new window from sources: Xiaomi News, Mi Browser, Recommended Content, etc.
☑️ Preparing for news blackout
2. Disconnect via Mi Browser settings
If news continues to show up even after the lock screen is turned off, the built-in Mi Browser browser is to blame.The fact is that Xiaomi has integrated the news feed directly into this app, and it can ignore system restrictions. To stop this, do the following:
Open the Mi Browser (the blue circle icon with the white letter "M"). In the lower right corner, tap three dots (⋮) and select Settings. Next, go to the Home page or Content section (name depends on the browser version).
Here you need:
- 🔘 Disable “Recommended Content” (if any)
- 🔘 Remove the tick from the “News feed” or “Show news on the main page»
- 🔘 In the Personalization section, disable "Show on the lock screen»
Then close your browser through the multitasking menu (swipe up late) and restart your phone. If the news is still coming, move on to radical measures.
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If Mi Browser is not in use, it can be turned off completely in application settings (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Mi Browser → Disable). However, this can cause some system functions, such as file uploader, to malfunction.
3. Hidden MIUI settings: Disconnect via ADB
On some versions of MIUI (especially in Chinese firmware), standard methods do not work due to the tight integration of news into the system, in which case the debugging over USB and the ADB command will help. This method does not require root rights, but will require a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the ADB tool.
First, activate the developer mode:
- Go to Settings. → The phone.
- Tap 7 times on the item "Version" MIUI» (A notification will appear saying, “You have become a developer»).
- Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
- Turn on "Debugging by" USB».
Now connect the phone to your computer and execute the following command at the Terminal (Command Prompt or PowerShell):
adb shell pm hide com.miui.weather2This command hides the weather and news app, and if it doesn't work, try an alternative command:
adb shell settings put global lock_screen_magazine_enabled 0Once you do that, restart your phone. The news should disappear. If they come back after you update your firmware, repeat the procedure.
What if the ADB does not recognize the device?
4. Radical method: disabling system applications
If all previous methods failed, you have to disable the system applications that are responsible for the news, and you can do this without root, but with the caveat that some of the phone's features may not work properly, and we recommend this method only for advanced users.
Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management. In the search box, type the following names and disable each of them (click Disable or Remove Updates):
- 📰 Mi Browser (com.android.browser)
- 🌦️ Weather (com.miui.weather2)
- 📡 Xiaomi News (com.miui.news or com.miui.miservice)
- 🔄 Mi Service Framework (com.xiaomi.misettings) - Disable gently!
⚠️ Attention: Disconnection com.miui.weather2 Remove the weather widget from the lock screen.If you need one, try disabling only Mi Browser and Xiaomi News.
Once you turn off, restart your phone. If the lock screen is empty or errors occur, return the settings back. The alternative is to use root access and remove the apps entirely through Titanium Backup or Root Explorer.
5. Alternative launchers and custom firmware
If you're tired of not only news, but the entire MIUI interface, consider installing an alternative launcher or custom firmware, which is a radical solution, but it gives you complete control over the look of the phone.
Among the popular launchers that allow you to configure the lock screen:
- 🎨 Nova Launcher + Nova Lockscreen plugin (requires root)
- 🔄 Microsoft Launcher (no news on lock)
- 📱 Action Launcher (supports customization of locks)
For complete removal of news and advertising, custom firmware like:
- 🛠️ LineageOS (Pure Android without unnecessary services)
- 🔧 Pixel Experience (like the Google Pixel interface)
- 🌍 crDroid (optimized firmware with advanced settings)
⚠️ Attention: Installing custom firmware resets all data on the phone and may result in a loss of warranty.Before the procedure, make a backup through TWRP Mi Cloud.
If you are not ready for such radical measures, go back to previous methods or try to hide the news visually – set wallpaper with a dark background, on which the text of the cards will be less noticeable.
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Custom firmware solves the news problem once and for all, but requires unlocking the bootloader and installing via TWRP. This method is only suitable for advanced users.
Comparison of methods: which one to choose?
To make it easier for you to navigate, we have compiled all the ways in a table indicating the complexity, requirements and potential risks:
| Method | Difficulty | You need a PC? | Root? | Risks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | ⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | Minimum (may not work) |
| Disconnection at Mi Browser | ⭐⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | Reset browser settings |
| ADB-team | ⭐⭐⭐ | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. | Reset after MIUI update |
| Disabling system applications | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | Unstable operation of some functions |
| Custom firmware | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ✅ Yes. | ✅ Yes. | Loss of warranty, risk of "bricking" |
For most users, the first two are enough. If they don't work, try ADB, it's safe and reversible. Only use extreme measures (disabling system applications or firmware) if you're prepared for the consequences.