How to disable the VoLTE icon on Xiaomi Redmi phone: the full guide

Why is Xiaomi Redmi on the screen VoLTE and can it be removed?

VoLTE badge (Voice over) LTE) In the status bar, Xiaomi Redmi signals that your phone is using voice technology via the phone. 4G-It's a modern standard that provides clearer sound and a faster transition between voice calls and mobile Internet. However, not everyone likes that this indicator is constantly distracting the attention on the screen – especially if the operator has activated the function by default without a request.

Unlike 4G or H+ icons, which simply show the type of network, VoLTE is often perceived as an extra element of the interface. In addition, on some Redmi models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro or Redmi 9T), this icon can appear even when the function is disabled due to a MIUI firmware error. In this article, we will discuss all working ways to hide it without disrupting the communication.

Before you start settings, make sure that the problem is in the display of the icon, not in the technology itself. If you lose voice communication after turning off VoLTE, then your operator (for example, MTS or Beeline) uses this technology as the main one, in which case it is better to leave the function active, but hide only the indicator.

Method 1: Disabling VoLTE through settings SIM-map

The most obvious and safe method is to deactivate VoLTE technology directly from the menu. SIM-This method works for all Xiaomi Redmi with the version MIUI 12 and newer, including the Redmi Note 11, Redmi 10 and POCO X3. Important: after the shutdown, voice calls will pass through standard 2G/3G-network, which can slightly worsen the quality of communication in areas with poor coverage.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to section. SIM-maps and mobile networks.
3. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
4. Tapping on VoLTE (or Voice Calls over 4G)
5. Move the slider to the position of Otkl.
6. Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

If the VoLTE icon has disappeared after these actions, the problem is solved. If not, then the indicator is displayed due to a system error and additional manipulations will be required (see methods 3 and 4).

Check the balance SIM-cards (some operators block settings at zero balance)

Make sure that the phone is connected to 4G-network

Remember the current APN settings (in case of reset)

Make a backup copy of contacts

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Method 2: Hiding the icon through the engineering menu (MTK/Qualcomm)

On Xiaomi Redmi smartphones with MediaTek processors (Redmi 9A, Redmi 8A) or Qualcomm Snapdragon (Redmi Note 10, POCO F3), you can remove the VoLTE icon through the engineering menu. This method requires caution: wrong actions can disrupt the network. On Dimensity chips (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G), this method may not work due to manufacturer restrictions.

Step-by-step instructions for MediaTek:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636## (test menu opens).
3. Select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
4. Scroll down to the Set preferred network type block.
5. Select LTE/WCDMA/GSM auto (PRL) to disable VoLTE priority.
6. Go back and restart the device.

For Qualcomm Snapdragon processors:

1. Enter the phone app: ##4636###.
2. Go to Phone Information 1 (if two) SIM-map).
3. Find the VoLTE provisioned string and change the value to Disable.
4. Save the changes and restart the phone.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI If nothing happens after you enter the code, your model doesn't support this method. Don't try to use third-party apps to unlock it, it can cause a failure. IMEI.

Method 3: Use ADB-Teams (for experienced users)

If standard methods didn’t work, and the VoLTE icon continues to show, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is suitable for all Xiaomi Redmi models, but requires a computer connection and basic command line knowledge.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (You can download from the official Google website).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to your PC and open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd).
2. Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices Wait for the serial number of the device to appear.
3. Use the command to hide the VoLTE icon: adb shell settings put global volte_icon_style 0
4. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

If the icon is gone, the task is done. If not, try the alternative command:

adb shell settings put global hide_volte_icon 1

⚠️ Attention: Some firmware MIUI If the icon appears again, repeat the procedure or consider rolling back the firmware version (method 5).

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Before working with ADB, back up your data through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset. This will help you recover information when you crash.

Method 4: Firmware rollback (if the icon appears after the update)

Often, the VoLTE icon starts to appear after the MIUI update — especially on Redmi 2020-2022 models (Redmi 9, Redmi Note 9 Pro) — because Xiaomi is forced to activate the technology to be compatible with new carrier standards. If previous methods did not work, you can return the old firmware version where this problem did not exist.

How to check if the update is to blame:

• 📅 Check the date of the last update in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔍 Search online for reviews about your model + version MIUI (For example, "Redmi Note 10 Pro" MIUI 13.0.5 VoLTE").
• ⚠️ If complaints about the icon appeared after a specific update - rollback will help.

Instructions for rollback:

1. Download the desired firmware version from the official Xiaomi website (Downloads section → select a model).
2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root folder of the phone.
3. Open Settings → About the phone → System update.
4. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Select the firmware file.
5. Please specify the path to update.zip and confirm the installation.
6. Wait until the process is complete (the phone will reboot several times).

⚠️ Attention: rolling back the firmware will reset all the phone settings to the factory:

• Save contacts in your Google Account or on SIM-map.
• Copy photos and videos to your PC or cloud.
• Remember the passwords from the applications (they will be deleted).

Method 5: Reset your network settings (if nothing helps)

If the VoLTE icon remains even after all the manipulations, the reason may be a conflict of network settings, in which case a complete reset of network parameters will help. This method is safe for data on the phone (does not delete photos or applications), but you will need to re-enter passwords from Wi-Fi and configure APN.

How to perform the reset:

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Scroll down and select Network Settings Reset (or Reset Network Settings).
3. Confirm the action by entering PIN-code.
4. After the reboot, check if the icon has disappeared.

If VoLTE is still burning, but the function is disabled in the settings, the problem may lie in:

• 📶 SIM card: some operators (e.g. Tele2) force the technology to activate at the network level.
• 📱 Hardware error: on rare models (Redmi 6, Redmi 7) modem failure can cause false display of the icon.
• 🔄 Firmware conflict: If you installed custom software (like LineageOS), go back to stock MIUI.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to disable the VoLTE icon, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

Another common problem is that the VoLTE icon flashes or appears periodically, which means that the phone is trying to connect to the VoLTE network, but can not complete the process.

• 🔄 Manually switch to the network 3G customized SIM-map.
• 📡 Check if your carrier is blocking the technology for your fare.
• 🔧 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version – sometimes bugs are fixed in new builds.

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If after all the manipulations, the VoLTE icon remains, but does not interfere with the operation of the phone, it is better to leave it. Constant experimentation with network settings can lead to loss of communication or failure of the IMEI.

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