How to permanently disable voice assistant on headphones Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

The voice assistant in Xiaomi headphones is a useful feature for some and an annoying element for others.If you're tired of sudden voice prompts automatically triggered by Google Assistant or Mi. AI If you accidentally click, this article will help you to turn off unnecessary voice notifications once and for all. 3/4 Pro, FlipBudds Pro and others TWS-brand-headset.

Depending on the headphone model and the firmware version, the ways to turn off may vary. We've compiled all the working methods, from the standard settings in the Mi Fitness/Xiaomi Wear app to hidden engineering menus. We'll also look at why the assistant might turn on voluntarily after updating the firmware and how to prevent it. If you're ready to get rid of the intrusive voice in the headphones, read on.

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

At first glance, voice prompts seem convenient: they report a charge level, connection to a device or an incoming call, but in practice, users face a number of unpleasant moments:

• 🎤 False positives – the assistant is activated by accidental touch of the headphone or wind (especially in Redmi AirDots 3 Pro).
• 🔊 Sharp volume – voice notifications often sound louder than music, which is scary in a quiet environment.
• 📱 Conflict with other assistants – on Android, Google Assistant and Mi can be launched simultaneously AI.
• 🔋 Battery consumption – background voice engine reduces headphone battery life by 10-15%.

In addition, in some models (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4) voice assistant can not be turned off through the standard menu – this requires hidden commands or third-party utilities.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi headphones with firmware below version 1.4.0.9, disabling the voice assistant can cause synchronization between the left and right earphone to fail. Before changing your settings, check the version of the software in the Xiaomi Wear app.

Method 1: Disconnect with the Xiaomi Wear (Mi Fitness) app

The easiest and safest method is to use the official app. It is suitable for most models, including Redmi AirDots 2/3, Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro and FlipBuds Pro.

1. Open the Xiaomi Wear app (or Mi Fitness for older models).
2. Connect the headphones to the phone via Bluetooth.
3. Go to the Devices section → [Your headphones] → Settings (cogs).
4. Find the Voice Tips or Voice Assistant.
5. Transfer the slider to the Off position for all types of notifications (connection, battery, calls).

If your app doesn’t have “Voice Tips” in it, try an alternative path:

Device Profile → Additional settings → System sounds → Disable all

Check out the version of the Xiaomi Wear app (must be at least 2.1.0)

Make sure the headphones are connected and displayed in the list of devices

Update the firmware headphones to the latest version (section "Software Update")

Make a backup of the settings (if available)-->

Some firmware may lose the sound of low charge notifications after the voice prompts are turned off. This is normal, the function is working correctly.

Method 2: Resetting headphones to factory settings

If the voice assistant doesn't turn off via the menu or returns after a reboot, a full reset will help.This method removes all user settings, including those associated with a Xiaomi account, but is guaranteed to solve the problem.

1. Place both headphones in the case and close the lid.
2. Press and hold the button on the case (or touchpad on the headphones) for 15-20 seconds until the indicator starts flashing red and white.
3. Open the case cover - the headphones will automatically go into pairing mode.
4. Connect them again via Bluetooth on your phone.

⚠️ Note: After reset, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro headphones may require re-authorization in your Mi Account. If you forget your password, restore it in advance at account.xiaomi.com.

Redmi AirDots (Any Generation)

Xiaomi Buds 3/4 Pro

FlipBuds Pro

Another TWS model from Xiaomi

I don’t use Xiaomi headphones.-->

Method 3: Disconnect via the Engineering Menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use a hidden engineering menu, which is suitable for models based on the Qualcomm QCC3040 chip (for example, Xiaomi Buds 3 Pro).

Instructions for Android:

1. Install the Mi Headset app (unofficial) from 4PDA.
2. Connect the headphones and open the application.
3. Go to the Engineering Mode section (may be called Debug Settings).
4. Find the Voice Prompt option and set the Disable value.
5. Save the settings and restart the headphones (put in the case for 10 seconds).

For models on a BES2300 chip (e.g. Redmi AirDots 3), use the BES Headset Tool app:

Connect the headphones → Select “Custom Commands” → Enter:


AT+BTNAME=VoiceOff




AT+VOLPROMPT=0

After these commands are applied, the voice prompts will be disabled at the firmware level, but please note that after the software update, the settings may reset.

Method 4: Disabling Google Assistant on your phone

If the problem is not the headphones, but the automatic start of Google Assistant when you click on the touch panel, turn it off in the Android settings:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Google.
2. Select Assistant and Voice Entering → Settings.
3. Go to the Devices. → [Your headphones].
4. Turn off the option to Allow access from the locked screen.
5. Go back and select the voice assistant. → Shut down.

For smartphone owners Xiaomi/Redmi You need to turn off the Mi additionally. AI:

Settings → Additional → Special features → Mi AI Assistant → Turn off

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.googleassistant

This command removes the application only for the current user without affecting system files.-->

Method 5: Physically locking the microphone (extreme case)

If the software methods don't work, and the voice assistant is critically intrusive (like when you're recording podcasts or streams), you can physically lock the microphone down. It's a radical solution, but it's guaranteed to solve the problem.

• 🎧 Use silicone plugs – stick them on microphone holes (usually located on the inside of the headphones).
• 🔇 Turn off the microphone in Bluetooth settings: Settings → Connected devices → [Headphones] → Settings (cogs) → Turn off the microphone
• 🛠 Disassemble the headphone and unfurl the microphone – suitable only for power users (risk of damaging the fee!).

⚠️ Attention: Locking the microphone will not only turn off the voice assistant, but also the ability to make calls through headphones.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you turn off your voice assistant, you often have a problem, and here's how to prevent it:

• 🔄 The assistant is activated after the update → Before updating the headphone firmware, back up the settings in the Xiaomi Wear app.
• 🎵 The sound of notifications disappears → Enable Media Sounds for Bluetooth devices in your phone settings.
• 📵 Headphones do not connect after resetting → Remove them from the list of associated devices on all previously connected gadgets.
• 🔊 Voice prompts return every other day → Turn off automatic firmware updates in the Xiaomi Wear app settings.

If after all the manipulations the assistant continues to work, check:

1. Does it conflict with other applications (for example, Shazam or Yandex Alice).
2. Are there any third-party launchers or shells (like Nova Launcher) on the phone that can intercept voice commands?
3. Is Voice Search enabled in Google’s settings?

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If neither of these methods worked, the problem could be a hardware malfunction of the microphone or control board, in which case contact the Xiaomi service center with a check of purchase (the warranty for headphones is usually 12 months).

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