VoLTE on Xiaomi: what is this icon on the screen and how to turn it off forever

Have you noticed a mysterious VoLTE icon next to your network indicator on your Xiaomi screen and you don’t know what it means? or does it bother you by constantly distracting you? This article will help you understand why VoLTE is needed, how it affects call quality, and most importantly, how to remove this icon from the notification panel once and for all.

Voice over LTE (voice over 4G) has long been the standard for modern smartphones, but not all users understand its advantages and features. On Xiaomi with a MIUI shell, the VoLTE icon can appear automatically - even if you did not activate this feature consciously. In some cases, it is useful, but sometimes just annoying, taking up space on the status bar. We will tell you how to turn off VoLTE on Redmi, POCO and other Xiaomi models, and what to do if the icon does not disappear after deactivation.

What is VoLTE and why is it needed in Xiaomi?

VoLTE (Voice over LTE) is a technology for voice calls over a 4G network, rather than traditional 2G/3G networks, as it used to be, and was designed to improve communication quality, reduce connection times and save battery life.

On Xiaomi smartphones, the VoLTE icon appears at the top of the notification bar when the feature is active.This means your calls are going through a high-speed LTE network, not through outdated standards.

• 📞 Clearer sound - no noise and interference characteristic of 2G/3G.
• ⚡ Fast connection – the call is connected almost instantly.
• 🔋 Battery savings – the smartphone does not switch between networks during a conversation.
• 🌐 Support for other functions – you can talk and use the mobile Internet at the same time.

But there are downsides to VoLTE, for example, in some regions, 4G coverage is unstable and calls can be interrupted, and not all carriers support this technology at all rates, and if you don't notice the difference in communication quality, and the VoLTE icon only interferes, you can turn it off.

What the VoLTE icon looks like on Xiaomi and where it appears

On Xiaomi smartphones, the VoLTE icon can look different depending on the version of the MIUI and the device model.

• 📶 The letters "VoLTE" are the most common variant (white or colored).
• 📱 Pipe badge with a sign "HD" — firmware.
• 🔄 Icon 4G with a small tube - less often, but occurs.

Usually, the icon appears in the upper right corner of the screen, next to the network level indicator, and it can be displayed constantly or only during the call - this depends on the operator's settings and the version of MIUI.

If you're not sure if it's VoLTE, and not another icon (like VoWiFi for Wi-Fi calls), try making a test call. If the icon doesn't disappear during a conversation, it's definitely VoLTE.

Step-by-step: how to disable VoLTE on Xiaomi

There are several ways to disable VoLTE on Xiaomi, and the easiest way is through standard MIUI settings, so if this doesn't work, you'll have to use an engineering menu or call the operator.

Before changing your settings, check if your carrier supports VoLTE. If the feature is disabled and the carrier does not provide an alternative (for example, 3G for calls), you may be left without communication.

Method 1: Using standard MIUI settings

This method works for most Xiaomi models with MIUI 12-14:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Go to section. SIM-maps and mobile networks.
3. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
4. Find the VoLTE option, Improved Calls or HD-call-up.
5. Switch the slider to the off position.
6. Reboot your smartphone so that the changes take effect.

If VoLTE is not on the menu, your carrier is not supporting this feature, or it is locked at the firmware level.

Method 2: Engineering menu (for experienced users)

If the standard method doesn't work, you can turn off VoLTE through the engineering menu. Be careful - wrong actions can disrupt the network!

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636###.
3. Select the item Phone Information.
4. Scroll down to Set your preferred network type.
5. Select LTE/WCDMA/GSM (auto) or WCDMA Only (without VoLTE).
6. Save the settings and restart the device.

Method 3: Disconnecting through settings SIM-card

Some operators (for example, MTS, Beeline, Tele2) allow you to manage VoLTE through your personal account or USSD-Try the teams:

• 📱 Send. USSD-request: *111*4653# (for MTS or *110*4653# (Beeline).
• 🌐 Go to the personal account on the operator's website and find the section "Services" → "VoLTE".
• 📞 Call support and ask to disable VoLTE for your number.

Note that after an operator-level shutdown, the VoLTE icon may not disappear immediately – sometimes it takes up to 24 hours.

Why the VoLTE icon doesn't disappear after shutdown

Sometimes, even after the VoLTE is deactivated, the icon continues to appear in the settings, and this can happen for several reasons:

• 🔄 System cache – try clearing the Settings or Phone app cache.
• 📱 Firmware MIUI — In some versions, the icon “sticks” due to bugs.
• 📡 Operator Forced to Activate VoLTE – Even if You Disable Feature on Your Phone.
• 🔧 Conflict with other settings – for example, if VoWiFi is enabled at the same time.

To solve the problem:

1. Reboot your smartphone.
2. Check if VoLTE is back on after the reboot.
3. Update MIUI to the latest version.
4. Reset network settings: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings.

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If the VoLTE icon interferes, but you do not want to turn off the function, try to hide it with MIUI themes. Set theme with minimalist icons - some of them remove unnecessary indicators.

What happens if you turn off VoLTE: pros and cons

Before you deactivate VoLTE, weigh the pros and cons. Here's what's going to change.

Important: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 or X-ray) POCO F5) Disabling VoLTE can cause your smartphone to stop ringing altogether if the carrier doesn't support alternative standards. 3G call-in.

Alternative solutions: how to hide the icon VoLTE without disabling the function

If you don’t want to lose the benefits of VoLTE, but the icon on the screen is annoying, there are a few ways to hide it:

• 🎨 Use custom themes – some topics for MIUI remove unnecessary icons.
• 🔧 Disable the display of network indicators through Settings → Screen. → Status line.
• 📱 Install an app like Nacho Notch, which allows you to hide individual icons.
• 🛠️ Editing system files (only for experienced root-right users).

The safest way to do this is to use themes, like Minimal UI or Dark Mode Pro, which often hides unnecessary indicators.

1. Open the Topic.
2. Find the Minimal or Clean Status Bar.
3. Set up and apply the theme.
4. Reboot your smartphone.

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If you don’t want to lose call quality, but the VoLTE icon gets in the way – hiding through themes or apps would be a better solution than completely disabling the feature.

Frequent VoLTE Disconnection Errors and How to Avoid Them

Many users experience problems after trying to disable VoLTE, and here are the most common errors and how to fix them:

⚠️ If the mobile Internet is lost after the VoLTE shutdown, check if the settings are lost. APN. Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN) Restore the parameters of your operator.

• 🔄 The icon appears again after the reboot – reset the network settings or update MIUI.

If nothing helps, try resetting the network settings to factory:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Network Resetting.
3. Confirm the action.
4. After restarting, reconnect to the network.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions about VoLTE on Xiaomi