The appearance of an obscure acronym VoLTE or HD icon at the top of the screen of Xiaomi smartphone is often bewildering to users. Many perceive this as a system failure or the imposition of a paid service, although in fact it is an indicator of voice technology over the LTE network. However, not all owners of Redmi and Poco want to see this symbol, considering it as unnecessary visual noise, distracting from the purity of the MIUI or HyperOS interface.
Fortunately, Xiaomi’s modern shells allow you to flexibly customize the display of system icons, including communication quality indicators. The deactivation process can vary depending on the firmware version and the region for which the device is released. In this article, we will discuss in detail all available methods, from standard settings to deeper system changes.
It's worth noting that turning off the icon doesn't mean turning off the technology itself. Your phone will continue to use high-quality voice communication if the operator supports this feature, but the visual status bar will become cleaner, especially for those who like minimalist desktop design.
What does the VoLTE icon mean and why does it appear
Voice over LTE stands for fourth-generation voice calling technology. Unlike the old 2G and 3G standards, where voice was switched, it uses packet data, which provides higher audio quality and instant connectivity. On Xiaomi devices, this icon lights up automatically when the SIM card and the carrier base station support this protocol.
Users often confuse this indicator with mobile internet enabled. However, VoLTE works whether or not you have application data enabled. The system displays this icon to notify you that during a conversation the Internet will not switch to slower 3G, and video calls will not be interrupted. This is standard behavior for modern smartphones running on LTE networks.
Visual designation may vary depending on the operator model or shell version. Instead of letters, an HD symbol can be displayed, which is synonymous with high-quality voice communication. Some Redmi Note models feature both icons simultaneously, which can overload the status string.
- 📶 High quality sound: Voice is transmitted in broadband format, making the speech of the interlocutor more natural and legible even in conditions of poor reception.
- ⚡ Instant dial: The connection time is reduced to 1-2 Seconds, as no switching between network modes is required.
- 🌐 Simultaneous work: You can talk and actively use high-speed Internet without dropping the speed to the Internet. 3G.
Disconnection through standard interface settings
The easiest and safest way to hide an intrusive icon is to use the built-in features. In the latest versions of MIUI 13, MIUI 14 and HyperOS, developers have added a separate switch that allows you to control the visibility of this indicator without affecting the operation of the connection itself.
To start, open the Settings app on your smartphone. Next, go to About Phone or immediately find the item. SIM-Maps and mobile networks. The interface may vary slightly depending on whether you have a global network. ROM Or Chinese firmware. If the main menu doesn't have the right item, search the settings by typing "VoLTE".
From the menu that opens, select the SIM card you want to change your settings for. Find the Use VoLTE or Enable VoLTE switch. In some cases, it may have a separate tick to show the VoLTE icon. If there is no such tick, try to simply disable the main switch, but remember that this can worsen the quality of communication.
☑️ Check before changing the settings
It's important to understand the difference between turning off a function and hiding an icon. If you just want to remove a visual element, look for the display option. If your carrier doesn't support the technology or you're in an area where it's unstable, it makes sense to completely deactivate the protocol, in which case the icon will disappear by itself, as the phone switches to standard voice mode.
Using an engineering menu to hide an icon
If the standard interface doesn't have the right option, you can use the engineering menu, which is a hidden part of the system, designed to test hardware and configure network settings, and is often accessed on Xiaomi through special code in the Phone app, but it is worth considering that on global firmware, access to these settings may be limited.
To enter the menu, dial the combination ##6484## or ##4636##. If the code works, you will see a list of tests. Select Phone Information. This section can be a VoLTE Provisioned checkbox or Enable VoLTE. Unchecking this box forcibly disables modem-level support for the technology.
⚠️ Warning: Be extremely careful when changing the settings in the engineering menu. Careless switching of parameters associated with the radio module can lead to signal loss or unstable network operation.
On some models, for example, Redmi Note 10 or Poco X3, In this case, enthusiasts use special applications from Google Play that emulate the login to the engineering menu, or activate hidden functions through the use of a special application from Google Play. ADB-But it requires a computer connection and some skill set.
| Access method | Difficulty | Risk of error | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Settings SIM-map | Low. | Minimum | High (on new firmware) |
| Engineering code | Medium | Medium. | Depends on the model. |
| ADB team | Tall. | High-pitched | Maximum |
| Third-party annexes | Low. | Medium. | Unstable. |
What if the code doesn't work?
Hiding the badge through ADB-team
For advanced users who have not been helped by standard methods, there is a universal way through debugging. USB. This method allows you to make changes to system configuration files without obtaining superuser (Root) permissions, USB-cable and installed drivers ADB.
First, you need to activate the developer mode on your phone -> About phone and quickly press 7 times on the item Version MIUI. Then the Developer section will appear in the menu. USB-debugging.
Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the command line in the folder with ADB. Enter a command to disable status display:
adb shell settings put global volte_icon_visible 0In some cases, the path to customization may be different. If the first command didn't work, try an alternative that's often found in HyperOS shells:
adb shell cmd statusbar hide-volte-icon trueOnce the command is completed, it is recommended to restart the device, and if it is successful, the icon should disappear from the status bar, which is the most reliable method, since it acts directly on the system display flags.
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Before using ADB, make sure to back up important data. While the risk is minimal, any manipulation of system settings can theoretically lead to unpredictable software behavior.
Features of disconnection on different operators
The behavior of the VoLTE icon is highly dependent not only on the phone, but also on the operator’s settings. Major Russian operators such as MTS, Beeline, MegaFon and Tele2 implement support for this technology in different ways.
For example, MTS and Beeline often turn on VoLTE automatically when you first use a compatible device. To remove the icon, sometimes it is not enough to change the settings of the phone - you need to send it to the user. USSD-request or change the settings in the subscriber's personal account "HD-call-up.
U Tele2 And Yota is a similar situation: the network profile can force the indicator to turn on. If standard methods don't work, try extracting the data. SIM-The card, clear the contacts on it (transferring them to the memory of the phone or the cloud) and paste back.Sometimes the old operator profile on the SIM card conflicts with the new settings Xiaomi.
- 📱 MTS: Often requires the service to be disabled through the “My MTS” app in the “Services” section".
- 🟡 Beeline: Can impose the icon through profile updates, check the settings in Beeline.Online".
- 🟣 Megaphone: Usually it is enough to disable the display in the phone settings, but check the status of the service in the application will not hurt.
Problems after disconnection and their solution
Once you have managed to remove the icon, you may experience side effects, the most common being poor communication quality or the inability to make a call in the area of insecure 4G reception. Since the phone no longer sees LTE priority for voice, it may be trying to use 3G, the signal of which in your area may be weaker.
Another possible problem is that you can't use the Internet and voice at the same time, and if you take away VoLTE support completely (not just the icon), the Internet can turn off or go into Edge mode when an incoming call is made, which is critical for those who are waiting for important messages or using the navigator during a conversation.
⚠️ Warning: If the ability to call is lost after manipulation, don't panic. Just return all settings to the original position or reset the network settings in the Recovery and Reset menu.
In rare cases on Redmi models with Chinese firmware (CN ROM) After hiding the icon, the definition of the second SIM-It's a software bug that can be treated by flashing it to the global version or by returning the factory settings. So always weigh the need to hide one little icon.
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Hiding the VoLTE icon is a cosmetic procedure, it doesn't improve battery life or speed up the phone, it just makes the interface cleaner, and if you're not a perfectionist, you'd better leave the technology on for better communication.