How to permanently remove news in the Xiaomi browser: 5 proven ways

Newsfeed in Xiaomi is one of the most annoying features for users who value clean interface and privacy. Even after upgrading to MIUI 14 or HyperOS, many people find that when you open Mi Browser, Chrome or other browsers, unnecessary news, advertising and recommendations appear on the screen, and standard settings often do not allow you to completely disable this feature – after rebooting or updating the system, it returns.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to remove news from the browser on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, including hidden settings, ADB disconnection, and even radical methods for advanced users. Focus on models on MIUI 12/13/14 and the latest HyperOS, where news algorithms have become more aggressive. If you’re tired of intrusive headlines and want to regain control of the start page, read on.

Why is Xiaomi News in the Browser and Can It Be Deleted Forever?

Xiaomi's browser news feed is part of the Mi Services ecosystem, which is integrated at the firmware level, and the main reasons for it are:

• 📱 Mi Browser defaults to the Mipush.xiaomi.com homepage, which downloads content from Xiaomi News Feed.
• 🔄 Even after manually changing the homepage, the system can reset settings after updates or reboots.
• 🛡️ V MIUI 13/14 HyperOS news is linked to com.miui.systemAdSolution, which works in the background.
• 📊 Xiaomi collects your interests through advertising ID, Personalize your content (you can disable it separately).

Can we take the news away forever? Technically, yes, but it would require:

1. Use a combination of methods (browser settings + system restrictions).
2. Apply some firmware to some ADB-Deactivation of Services.
3. In extreme cases, remove system applications (requires unlocking the bootloader).

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (2026), some of the methods may not work because of the system architecture. If you have a new firmware, try the method first. ADB (section).

Method 1: Disable news via Mi Browser settings

The easiest method is to change the settings of the browser itself. It is suitable for Mi Browser (a standard Xiaomi browser) and works on most devices without root rights.

Instructions:

1. Open Mi Browser.
2. Slip on the icon "Three dots» (⋮) lower-right.
3. Select Settings → Homepage.
4. In the "News feed" section, move the slider to the "Disconnected" position.
5. Go back and select Settings. → Confidentiality, then turn off: 🔍 Personalized recommendations 📊 Collection of data on use

Reboot your browser.

If, after these actions, news continues to appear:

• 🔄 Try clearing the browser cache in the application settings (Settings) → Annexes → Mi Browser → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
• 📵 Make sure the browser does not have auto-start rights (Settings) → Permits → Auto-start).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5) post-update MIUI 14, this method stops working. In that case, move to Method 2 or Method 4.

Method 2: Replace the standard browser with an alternative browser

If Mi Browser is persistently returning news, the logical solution is to install a different browser and make it the main one.

How to make an alternative browser the main one:

1. Install the selected browser from the Play Market.
2. Open Settings → Applications → Default Applications → Browser.
3. Select the browser installed (such as Chrome or Firefox).
4. Remove or disable Mi Browser (Settings → Applications → Mi Browser → Disable).

Important: Some Mi Browser firmware can't be completely removed, only disabled, so you can hide its icon through the launcher (long press → "Hide").

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If you use Google Chrome, turn off the Opening Page with news: go to Settings → Homepage and select New Tab instead of Open Page.

Method 3: Block news via MIUI settings (without root)

If news is not only in the browser, but also on the lock screen or in the search bar, it can be turned off at the system level, which works on MIUI 12/13/14 and partly on HyperOS.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications folder → Application management.
2. In search, type "GetApps" (or com.xiaomi.mipicks).
3. Open the app and: 🚫 Turn off Auto Start». 🔕 Prohibit "Showing Notifications». 🗑️ Clear the cache and data.

• Mi Video (com.miui.video) is responsible for video recommendations.
• "Mi Browser" (com.android.browser) - if you don't use it
• System Ad Service (com.miui.systemAdSolution) is the main culprit in the news.

For HyperOS, additionally:

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → Confidentiality → Special permits → Showing over other windows.
• 🔧 Disable permission for GetApps and Mi Browser».

Method 4: Disable news via ADB (for advanced)

If previous methods have failed, the most reliable way is to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), an official debugging tool that allows you to disable system applications without root rights.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (original or quality).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB smartphone.
• 🛠️ Utility. ADB (You can download from the official website).

Step-by-step:

1. Put the debugging on. USB: Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. Slip on "The Version" MIUI» 7 times until the message "You became a developer" appears. → Additionally. → For developers. Activate Debugging by USB».

Connect your smartphone to your computer and confirm your trust in the device.

command-line

cmd

adb devices

Make sure your device is listed.

adb shell pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution


adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.mipicks




adb shell pm hide com.android.browser

Reboot your smartphone.

If the news comes back after the reboot, try a more aggressive command:

adb shell cmd package disable-user --user 0 com.miui.systemAdSolution

⚠️ Note: pm hide commands may not work on HyperOS. Use: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 But this will remove the service only for the current user, not completely.

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ADB-The method is the most reliable way to turn off news without root. If the teams don't work, check the version. ADB (It should be at least 1.0.41 and repeat the steps.

Method 5: Remove system applications through root (extreme method)

If you are willing to take drastic measures and have unlocked bootloader + root rights (for example, through Magisk), you can completely remove the apps responsible for news.

List of removal annexes:

How to delete:

1. Install Root Explorer or Magisk.
2. Go to /system/app or /system/priv-app.
3. Find the folders with the names in the table above (e.g. SystemAdSolution).
4. Delete the folder or rename it (add.bak at the end).
5. Reset the device.

If the news appears in Chrome or another browser:

• 🔍 Check extensions – some (like Xiaomi Quick Apps) can embed content.
• 🛡️ Use an ad blocker like uBlock Origin (available for Firefox and Kiwi Browser).

FAQ: Frequent questions about news removal in Xiaomi browser