How to permanently remove Google Assistant from your Xiaomi phone: 5 proven ways

Why Xiaomi users want to get rid of Google Assistant

Google Assistant on Xiaomi smartphones is often a source of annoyance: it consumes resources in the background, collects user data and regularly displays notifications. Even after manually disconnecting through the settings, the service can automatically activate after system updates or factory reset, especially for owners of devices with MIUI 13/14/15, where Google services are integrated at the firmware level.

According to research by Android Authority, up to 38% of Xiaomi users in Russia and the CIS prefer to delete pre-installed Google apps for battery and privacy savings. However, standard removal through the Applications menu does not work – the system simply deactivates the Assistant, leaving its files and processes in memory. In this article, we will discuss radical methods, including disabling through ADB, removing system APKs and even reflashing to a custom version of MIUI without Google services.

Before you start, consider that some methods require unlocking the bootloader and can lead to loss of warranty or unstable operation of the device. If you are not willing to take risks, use the first two methods from our instructions.

Method 1: Disconnect via MIUI settings (without root)

The safest way is to deactivate the Assistant through the standard menu.This won't remove it completely, but will stop background activity and notifications.Suitable for all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Mi 11.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management
• 🔍 In the search bar, type “Google” and select Google Assistant.
• 🚫 Click Disable (if the button is inactive – first click Stop)
• 🔄 Restart your phone to make the changes take effect

After that, Assistant will stop running on the Home button or voice command "OK, Google." However, its processes may still hang in memory - check this in Settings → Battery → Battery Use.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI after updating OTA To avoid this, disable the automatic update of Google apps in the Play Store. → Settings → Auto-update.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root but with PC)

If disabling through settings is not enough, use Android Debug Bridge (ADB) — This is a tool for controlling Android devices from a computer, and it removes the Assistant at the packet level, but it doesn't require superuser rights. MIUI 12–15.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
• 🔌 USB-cable (original or quality)
• 📦 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools
• 🔓 Included debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to tap → Return to the Extra → For developers)

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) in the folder with adb.exe.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run the command to remove the Assistant: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
5. Reboot the phone.

After that, Assistant will disappear from the app menu and voice search will stop working, but some of Google’s system components may remain — root will be required to remove them.

adb shell am force-stop com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

Method 3: Removal with Magisk (root required)

To completely remove all traces of Google Assistant, you will need superuser rights, a method that uses the Magisk module, a popular tool for modifying system files without changing the system partition.

Pre-launch warnings:

• 🚨 Unlocking the bootloader will reset all data (including photos and apps).
• 🔐 Some banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff) may stop working due to root.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI through OTA It will become impossible – you will have to install firmware manually.

Instructions:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a binding Mi Account and wait 7-14 days).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox) for your model.
3. Sweep Magisk through recovery (download on GitHub).
4. Install Universal Google Debloater or DisableGApps via Magisk Manager.
5. Restart your phone and check for the absence of an Assistant in Settings → Apps.

After using the module, the Assistant will be removed along with other unnecessary Google services (for example, Google Play Music or Duo).

Method 4: Flashing to MIUI without Google (for experienced ones)

The most radical way is to install a version of MIUI without Google services (called MIUI EU or MIUI China), which is suitable for users who have completely abandoned the Google ecosystem and are ready to use alternative app stores (for example, Aurora Store or APKMirror).

Comparison of MIUI versions:

How to flash MIUI EU:

1. Download the right firmware for your model from Xiaomi.eu.
2. Unlock the bootloader (see Method 3).
3. Install TWRP for your device.
4. Make a full backup of the current system through TWRP.
5. Select ZIP through Install → Select ZIP.
6. Clear the cache (Wipe) → Dalvik/ART Cache).
7. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: Firmware MIUI China is removing not only Google Assistant, but all Google services, including Play Store and Gmail, which will require manual installation of Open GApps to restore, but this can lead to conflicts.

Method 5: Alternative Assistants for Xiaomi

If you have removed Google Assistant but want to keep the voice control functionality, consider alternatives:

• 🤖 Alice from Yandex - supports Russian, integrates with Yandex services (Weather, Music, Maps). Install from APKMirror if it is not in the Play Store.
• 🌐 Bixby (for Samsung owners) – if you have Samsung devices, you can sync them with Xiaomi via SmartThings.
• 🔊 Assistant by Speaktoit – cross-platform assistant with support for plugins (for example, for managing a smart home).
• 📱 Xiaomi's built-in Assistant - in MIUI 14+ have your own voice assistant (caused by long holding the Home button).

Comparison of alternatives:

Alternative assistants may require permission to install applications from unknown sources (Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install Unknown Applications).

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Removing Google Assistant doesn’t always improve performance. On some Xiaomi models (like the POCO F4), its processes are optimized and consume less than 1% of the battery per day. Before drastic measures, check the real impact on your device through Settings → Battery.

What should I do if there are problems after removal?

Removing system applications can cause failures, and consider typical problems and solutions:

• 🔄 The phone is not turned on or stuck on the logo MIUI: → Try to log into Fastboot (hold power) + Vol−) Switch the original firmware through the Mi Flash Tool.
• 📱 Google Play Store or Gmail has stopped working: → Install Open GApps (Pico or Nano) via TWRP.
• 🔊 Voice activation missing: → Set up an alternative assistant (see Method 5) or return the assistant via ADB: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox
• 🔋 Battery consumption increased: → Removing the Assistant may have disrupted optimization. MIUI. Reset the battery settings in Settings → Battery → More. → Optimization.

If the problem is not solved, go back to the factory firmware:

1. Download the official Fastboot-ROM for your model from the Xiaomi website.
2. Unpack the archive and swipe through the Mi Flash Tool (select the clean all option).
3. After the firmware, reset to factory settings.

⚠️ Note: On devices with a locked bootloader (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T for the European market) firmware unofficial versions MIUI This can lead to permanent blocking. IMEI. Before experimenting, check the bootloader status with the command: fastboot oem device-info Look for the line Device unlocked: true.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Google Assistant