Many smartphone owners Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco face the intrusiveness of Google’s built-in voice assistant. Random activations, constantly listening to the phrase “OK, Google” and high battery consumption are just a few of the reasons why users are trying to get rid of this service. In the MIUI ecosystem and the new HyperOS, the process of uninstallation of system components has its own peculiarities, since the standard “Delete” button is often unavailable.
Deleting the app completely requires understanding the permission structure of the Android operating system. Simply moving the icon to the cart is not enough, since Google Assistant is a deeply integrated component of the system. Below we will look at proven methods to fully deactivate or remove the assistant without losing the warranty and stability of the device.
It is important to note that the term “delete” in the context of Android most often means either a complete uninstallation of updates to the factory version and then disconnect, or the use of special tools to hide the package from the system.
⚠️ Note: Before any manipulation of system applications, we strongly advise you to create a full backup of data, since incorrect removal of system components can lead to unstable operation of the interface.
Why Users Want to Get Rid of Google Assistant
The main reason for the discontent is the constant activity of the microphone. Google Assistant "Listening" functions in the background, waiting for the key phrase. On older Xiaomi smartphones, this can lead to a noticeable decrease in autonomy and heat of the processor.
Also, many people are annoyed by the conflict of voice assistants: on MIUI devices, Xiao AI is often pre-installed or Google Assistant is activated, and they can overlap each other when you call. For example, when you press the power button or swipe from the corner of the screen, the device may run the wrong application that the user planned.
- 🔋 High battery consumption due to background microphone activity and geolocation.
- 🔒 Privacy issues: Constant recording and analysis of voice commands by the corporation’s servers.
- 📱 Accidental activations in your pocket or when carrying your phone in your bag, leading to unintentional actions.
Also worth mentioning are the annoying pop-ups and suggestions that the assistant generates based on your search history. For users who value minimalism and cleanliness, having a constantly looming Google search widget on your desktop or lock screen becomes a serious visual noise.
Basic disconnection through system settings
The safest and easiest way for every smartphone owner to access a computer without having to connect to a computer is to turn off the service through the settings menu, which does not physically delete the application files, but completely blocks it from running, preventing processes from starting and accessing the microphone.
To start, you need to go to your device's Settings menu. Depending on the firmware version (MIUI 12, 13, 14 or HyperOS), the path may vary slightly, but the logic remains the same. Find the section responsible for the applications and choose to manage them.
Settings → Applications → All applications → GoogleIn the list that opens, look for the Google app (which is responsible for the assistant, not the individual assistant app). Go inside, you'll see the "Disable" or "Remove Updates" button, and click on it will return the app to the factory version, after which the voice assistant function will stop activating.
☑️ Checklist of baseline shutdown
If the "Disable" button is inactive (gray), it means that on your device the manufacturer has blocked this feature at the firmware level. In this case, you need to move to the more advanced methods described below. Also make sure that you have device administrator rights, although this is rarely required on standard Xiaomi firmware.
Configure activation and access parameters
Even if you don't want to remove the service completely, you can minimize its presence by disabling all possible activation triggers, which will allow you to leave the search functionality, but remove voice control, which is often the most common cause of criticism.
Open the Google app on your smartphone and click on the profile avatar in the top right corner. In the drop-down menu, select Settings, then go to the Google Assistant section. There are a lot of options hidden here that are worth checking back.
| Parameter | Recommended value | The effect |
|---|---|---|
| Hey Google | Off. | Assistant stops responding to voice command |
| Access from locked screen | Banned | You can't call an assistant while your phone is locked. |
| Personal results | Shut down. | The assistant does not use data from Gmail and Photos |
| Voice recognition | Remove the model | Resetting voice training for a specific user |
Pay special attention to the Transport section. Often users are unaware that the assistant can be activated when connected to a car Bluetooth headset or Android Auto. Disabling this feature will prevent accidental calls or messages while driving.
⚠️ Attention: After resetting the voice model ("Delete the voice model"), the assistant will need to retrain if you decide to return it to work. Without this procedure, it may not correctly recognize commands or ignore you.
Removal via ADB (for advanced users)
The most radical and effective method is to completely remove the system application from the device, even if the “Disable” button was blocked by the manufacturer, which requires a computer (Windows, macOS or Linux) and a USB cable.
First, activate the developer mode on Xiaomi smartphone. Go to Settings → About phone and quickly click on the version of MIUI or HyperOS seven times. After the message “You became a developer”, go back to the main settings menu, find Additional → For developers and turn on the Debugging option on USB.
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.apps.googleassistantThis command removes the voice assistant packet for the current user (user 0). The application will disappear from the system, stop consuming resources and appear in the process list. It is important to understand that the physical files will remain in the system partition, but the system will assume that the application is not installed.
- 💻 Download and install platform tools ADB computer.
- 🔌 Connect your phone with a cable and allow debugging in the pop-up window on your smartphone screen.
- ⌨️ Enter a command in the computer terminal to remove a specific packet.
List of packages to completely remove Google services
To get it back if something goes wrong, the adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.apps.googleassistant command is used. This reinstalls the remote packet from the hidden system storage. ADB is safe for warranty, as it does not require unlocking the bootloader.
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Using ADB is the only way to remove Xiaomi system applications without root rights and unlocking the bootloader, which retains the device’s warranty.
Alternative voice assistants for Xiaomi
After removing Google Assistant, users often wonder how to replace voice control functionality? Xiaomi devices have built-in alternatives, as well as third-party solutions that can work more stable and do not require a constant Internet connection for basic commands.
Xiao AI is Xiaomi’s own assistant. In global firmware versions, it is often limited in functionality and does not support all languages, but in Chinese versions (CN ROM), it is a powerful tool that controls the smart home and phone settings. It can be activated through the Advanced Settings settings → Xiao AI.
Third-party developers offer interesting solutions that can be installed from the Play Market store. They are often easier and easier to set up:
- 🎙️ Alice (Yandex) – understands Russian perfectly, has many skills and integrates well with Yandex services.
- 🤖 Tasker + AutoVoice is a bundle to create customized automation scripts, and it allows you to customize your phone's response to any voice commands you want.
- 📱 Bixby (on some devices) – sometimes you can install separately, but integration with the shell MIUI will be limited.
If you want just an alarm clock and a timer, standard Android features are enough. If you want to manage a smart home, you should keep one active assistant to avoid hardware conflicts.
Possible problems and solutions
Users may face unforeseen difficulties in removing or disabling system components, and understanding the nature of these errors will help quickly restore the functionality of the smartphone without going to the service center.
One common problem is the “Application Not Installed” error or cyclical reboot after ADB manipulation. This can happen if critical dependencies have been removed, in which case logging into Recovery Mode (clutching the power and volume button up when the phone is off) and selecting the Wipe Data item will return the phone to factory settings helps.
⚠️ Note: If after deleting Google Assistant, the “OK, Google” function to unlock the screen or dictating text in the Gboard keyboard stops working, this is the expected behavior, since these functions are tied to a remote package.
There may also be Google account sync errors, because some services depend on a shared framework, deleting the assistant sometimes disrupts Google Discover widgets, whether by clearing the Google app cache or re-authorizing the account through the Settings → Accounts menu.
Remember that MIUI or HyperOS updates can automatically restore remote system applications. After a major firmware update (for example, from Android 13 to Android 14), it is recommended to check the list of applications and, if necessary, repeat the procedure for disabling or uninstalling through ADB.
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Save a list of deleted packets in a text file or take a screenshot of ADB commands before resetting, which will save time to reconfigure the device after updating the firmware.