How to permanently remove the menu SIM-map Tele2 from the screen Xiaomi Redmi 9

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 9 s SIM-card Tele2 Often faced with an annoying problem: on the lock screen or in the notification curtain, the operator’s menu constantly pops up with advertising tariffs, balance or offers to connect services. MIUI on 10-15% (User Tests on Forums 4PDA) and eat up 30 MB of traffic per month on background updates.

The reason lies in the pre-installed operator software, which Tele2 Integrates into the firmware through service APN-Unlike MTS or Beeline, where you turn off the menu in two clicks, you can use a different menu. Tele2 It's complicated, because the operator uses system notifications that disguise themselves as service notifications, but there are proven ways to get rid of the intrusive menu forever without having to resort to root rights.

In this article, 5 working methods (from simple to radical), including hidden MIUI 12/13 settings, APN editing, and even an engineering menu crawl. All instructions are tested on Redmi 9 (models M2003J15SC and M2004J19C) with Global Stable and EEA firmware. If you're tired of constant pop-ups, read on.

1. Disable notifications from Tele2 in MIUI settings

The safest and fastest way is to block notifications from the Tele2 Services system app, but there's a catch: the operator disguises its software under different names, so you'll have to look.

Open Settings β†’ Applications β†’ Application Management and enter keywords in the search bar:

  • πŸ” Tele2 (may be called Tele2 Menu, Tele2 Services or mine Tele2)
  • πŸ” SIM-Menu (sometimes hidden under the hood) SIM Toolkit or STK)
  • πŸ” Operator services (in some firmware - Carrier Services)

Once you find the application, go to its settings and:

  1. Click Notifications β†’ turn off the Show Notifications slider.
  2. In the Additional section, select Importance β†’ Set Low or Disabled.
  3. Go back and press Stop (forced stop).

⚠️ Note: After the phone restarts, notifications may return. To avoid this, add the app to Battery Optimization (Settings section) β†’ Battery β†’ Optimizing the battery β†’ All applications) and select Without limitation.

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2. Removal APN-settings Tele2 (net-free)

Menus. Tele2 frequently attached APN (access points that the operator imposes on the first activation SIM-You can manually delete them without affecting other network settings.

Instructions:

  1. Go to Settings. β†’ SIM-maps and mobile networks β†’ [Yours. SIM Tele2] β†’ Access points (APN).
  2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner β†’ Reset to default values.
  3. Remove all APNs called tele2.internet, tele2.mms or tele2.wap (click on each β†’ Delete APN).
  4. Create a new one. APN manually with parameters: Name: Tele2 Internet APN: internet.tele2.ru Type APN: default,supl Protocol APN: IPv4/IPv6 Authentication: PAP

Once saved, restart your phone. The Tele2 menu should disappear, and the Internet and SMS will work steadily.

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3. disable the SIM Toolkit via the engineering menu

If previous methods didn’t work, you’ll have to go to Xiaomi’s engineering menu, which requires caution, but gives you 100% results.

Follow the steps:

  1. Open the Phone app and type in the combination: ##4636## (if it doesn't work, try ##86583## for MIUI 13).
  2. Select Phone Information β†’ scroll down to the SIM Toolkit block.
  3. Click Disable STK (or Disable SIM Menu in English firmware).
  4. Confirm the action and restart the device.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 9 firmware may not have an engineering menu or be blocked. If nothing happens after you enter the code, it means your operator or version is not the same. MIUI Restrict access. In this case, move on to the next method.

What to do if the engineering menu is not opened?
If the combination ##4636## It doesn't work, try it: 1. Install the application MTK Engineering Mode (for MediaTek processors in Redmi) 9). 2. Use it. ADB-Command: Adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.TestingSettings 3. Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI (Xiaomi will unlock the engineering menu in new builds).

4. Blocking through ADB (for advanced users)

If the Tele2 menu is implemented at the system application level, it can be disabled via the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which does not require root rights, but requires a computer.

Step-by-step:

  1. Turn on Debugging. USB on the phone: Settings β†’ The phone. β†’ Version. MIUI (Press 7 times until the message "You became a developer" appears. β†’ Additionally. β†’ For developers β†’ Debugging by USB.
  2. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC, install Mi USB Driver drivers (download from the official Xiaomi website).
  3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux) and type in: adb devices (you should display your device).
  4. Run the command to disable Tele2 Services: adb shell pm hide com.tele2.services If the package is called otherwise, find it through: adb shell pm list packages | grep -i tele2

After the reboot, the Tele2 menu will be hidden, but it can be returned by the command:

adb shell pm unhide com.tele2.services

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If ADB does not recognize the device, try switching USB connectivity mode to File Transfer (MTP) in the notification curtain.

5. Resetting the network to factory settings (last resort)

If none of these things work, you have to reset your network settings, which is a radical solution, but it's guaranteed to remove all the parameters that you've imposed on you, including hidden APNs and system notifications.

How to reset:

  1. Go to Settings. β†’ SIM-maps and mobile networks β†’ Resetting network settings.
  2. Confirm the action (you will need to enter) PIN-code SIM-map).
  3. After restarting manually adjust: πŸ“Ά Access point APN (methodically 2). πŸ”„ Automatic network selection (in Settings) β†’ Mobile network β†’ Select Network Mode 4G/3G/2G (motor-car)).

⚠️ Note: Network reset will delete all stored Wi-Fi passwords, Bluetooth devices and VPN-Pre-settings. Save important data in advance!

MethodDifficultyEfficiencyRisks.
Disabling notifications⭐ (simple)70%The menu may return after the update.
Removal of APN⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road)90%The Internet may disappear (you need to set up manually)
Engineering menu⭐⭐⭐ (difficult)95%The risk of network failure in case of incorrect actions
ADB⭐⭐⭐⭐ (forward)99%Requires PC and team knowledge
Resetting the network⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road)100%All network settings are removed

What to do if the Tele2 menu is back after the MIUI update?

Tele2 sometimes returns its menu via firmware updates to avoid this:

  • πŸ›‘οΈ Turn off automatic updates MIUI In Settings β†’ The phone. β†’ Updating the system β†’ Three points. β†’ Settings β†’ Auto-update.
  • πŸ“₯ Install an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) that blocks system pop-ups.
  • πŸ”§ Use the App Inspector app (from Google Play) to find and disable hidden services Tele2.

If the menu reappears, repeat method 2 (APN removal) or method 4 (ADB) – these are the most reliable.

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After any system update, check the APN list and notifications – Tele2 can restore its settings!

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing the Tele2 menu

Can I delete the Tele2 menu without root rights?
Yes, all the methods in this article work without root. APN-settings (method 2) Disconnecting through ADB (Method 4. Root may only be needed to completely delete system files Tele2, But it's risky and not recommended.
Why does the Internet disappear after the APN is deleted?
You've removed all access points, including the work point. APN with the parameters of method 2. Check that the settings SIM-The correct network is selected (for example, Tele2 RU). If the Internet is not available, contact support Tele2 (611) and ask for an automatic configuration.
Will the menu work? Tele2 elsewhere SIM-map?
No, the menu is tied to SIM-map Tele2. If you insert SIM other operator (for example, MTS or MegaFon), pop-up windows will disappear automatically. Tele2 The problem may come back, you will have to repeat the settings.
Can I block the Tele2 menu with an antivirus?
Some antiviruses (like Kaspersky or Dr.Web) have ad blocking and system notifications. Try: Open Antivirus β†’ Advertising Protection or Notification Control. Blacklist Tele2 Services. This method is ~50% effective, blocking only some notifications, but not removing the menu itself.
How to return the Tele2 menu if you need it to manage the tariff?
If you accidentally delete the menu, but you need it (for example, to check the balance or change the tariff), you can restore it so that you can do it: πŸ“± Insert SIM-The card to another phone, wait for the menu to appear, then return it to Redmi 9. πŸ”„ Reset network settings (as in method 5). πŸ“ž Call support Tele2 (611) and ask for a service message with settings.