Voice assistant TalkBack na Huawei Honor 9 is a useful feature for people with visual impairments, but accidentally turning it on can turn using a smartphone into a real nightmare. Double taps, constant voice prompts and changed control logic irritate even experienced users. If you find yourself in this situation, do not panic: you can disable TalkBack in several ways - both standard and alternative.

The main problem is that with active TalkBack even the simplest actions - for example, swiping to unlock the screen or clicking on an application icon - require unusual gestures. In this article we will analyze all current methods for deactivating the function on Honor 9, including those that work when the screen is locked or the sensor is broken. You will also learn how to prevent accidental activation of the assistant in the future and what to do if the standard methods do not work.

Why does TalkBack turn on by itself?

On Honor 9 (model STF-L09/STF-L09C) TalkBack can be activated for several reasons, and most of them are related to interface features EMUI (versions 5.1 or 8.0, depending on the firmware). Here are the most common scenarios:

  • 🔄 Triple press of the power button. On some firmware this is the default gesture for quick launch. TalkBack or Voice assistant.
  • 👆 Long hold of two fingers on the screen - a standard gesture to enable the accessibility function.
  • 📱 Resetting settings before factory settings, after which TalkBack may turn on automatically (especially if it was previously activated).
  • 🔧 Operation errors EMUIwhen the system itself suggests turning on the assistant after the update.

If you don’t remember exactly how activated TalkBack, try to reproduce these steps in reverse order. For example, if the screen is locked, try pressing the power button three times quickly - sometimes this will cancel accidental activation.

⚠️ Attention: On Honor 9 with firmware EMUI 8.0 and newer control gestures TalkBack may differ from the standard ones for Android. If your smartphone was updated via HiSuite, check the software version in Settings → About phone.

Method 1: Disabling through settings (if the screen is unlocked)

If you managed to unlock Honor 9 and at least partially control the interface, follow these instructions. The main thing is to remember that with active TalkBack all gestures are inverted: one touch selects an element, double touch activates.

  1. Open Settings (icon). gears). section double tap by icon.

  2. Scroll down the list using two fingers (swiping up/down with one finger will not work!). Find a section Special features (or Universal access in new versions EMUI).

  3. Find inside the section TalkBack (or Voice assistant). The switch will be in position On - click on it double tapto turn it off.

  4. Confirm the action in the window that appears (again, by double tapping the button OK).

If after disconnecting TalkBack the interface continues to behave strangely (for example, it does not respond to single touches), restart your smartphone. To do this, hold the power button for 10 seconds.

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Method 2: Using gestures (if the screen is locked)

If Honor 9 is locked and TalkBack prevents you from entering a PIN code or pattern, use alternative gestures. On EMUI for Honor 9 the following combinations are available:

  • 🔒 Unlock the screen: swipe two fingers across the screen from top to bottom (as if swiping to open a curtain notifications).
  • 📱 Return to the main screen: swipe two fingers from the bottom up (analogous to the button Home).
  • ↩️ Back: swipe two fingers from right to left (like swiping back in standard mode).

After unlocking the screen, go to settings as described in Method 1If gestures do not work, try the following:

  1. Press and hold button power 3 seconds to bring up the shutdown menu.

  2. Do double touch on the button Reboot (not Turn off!).

  3. After reboot, try entering the PIN code using double taps by numbers.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware Honor 9 the gesture of triple pressing the power button can not only enable TalkBackbut also block other functions (for example, Emergency). callIf the problem persists after rebooting, go to Method 4 (reset via Recovery).

Method 3: Disabling via Google Assistant (if enabled)

If on your Honor 9 activated Google Assistant (or Huawei Assistant), you can try to disable TalkBack voice. This method works even if the screen is locked, but requires preliminary configuration of voice control.

Action algorithm:

  1. Activate the voice assistant:

    • For Google Assistant: say Okay, Google or hold the button Home (if it is physical).
    • For Huawei Assistant: hold the power button for 2 seconds (on some firmware).

  • Say the command: Turn off TalkBack or Turn off voice assistant.

  • If assistant asks for confirmation, say Yes or I confirm.

    • If voice commands are not recognized:

    • 🔊 Check if the microphone in the notification shade is muted.
    • 📶 Make sure the smartphone is connected to the Internet (for operation Google Assistant connection required).
    • 🔄 Reboot your phone and try again.
    📊 Which voice assistant do you use on Honor 9?
    Google Assistant
    Huawei Assistant
    I don’t use
    Other

    Method 4: Reset settings via Recovery (as a last resort)

    If none of the previous methods worked, a radical solution remains - resetting to factory settings via Recovery Mode. This will delete all data from the phone, but is guaranteed to turn off TalkBack. On Honor 9 entry into Recovery as follows:

    1. Turn off the smartphone (hold the power button for 10 seconds). data-i="182">Press and hold the buttons

    2. Press and hold the buttons Power + Volume up until the logo appears Huawei.

    3. To the menu Recovery (controlled by the volume and power buttons) select Wipe data/factory reset.

    4. Confirm the reset by selecting Yes.

    5. After the process is completed, select Reboot system now.

    After the reboot, the phone will be like new - without TalkBack and other user data. If you made a backup via HiSuite or Google Account, restore it after setting it up.

    Action Result Data loss?
    Disable via settings TalkBack turns off No
    Gestures on the locked screen Unlock without shutdown No
    Voice assistant Shutdown without unlocking No
    Reset via Recovery Guaranteed shutdown Yes (full reset)
    Firmware update Can reset settings Possibly
    ⚠️ Attention: On Honor 9 with unlocked bootloader (bootloader) reset via Recovery may lead to blocking of the device (requiring a password Huawei ID). If you do not remember your account details, use Method 5.

    Method 5: Alternative methods (for experienced users)

    If the standard methods did not help, and resetting the data is undesirable, try these options:

    • 🖥️ Connecting to a PC via ADB:

      If debugging is enabled on your phone USB, you can disable it TalkBack with the command:

      adb shell settings put secure enabled_accessibility_services com.android.talkback/com.google.android.marvin.talkback.TalkBackService:com.huawei.accessibility.talkback.TalkBackService

      After executing the command, reboot the phone.

    • 📱 Safe Mode:

      Hold the power button → hold your finger on Disable → select Safe Mode. In this mode TalkBack can be disabled in the standard way.

    • 🔄 Firmware update:

      Sometimes installing a new version EMUI via HiSuite resets accessibility settings. Download the latest firmware for Honor 9 (model STF-L09) from the official website Huawei.

    What to do if ADB does not recognize the device?

    Make sure the drivers are installed Huawei HiSuite and USB debugging is enabled in Settings → For developers. If the section is hidden, activate it by clicking 7 times on the build number in Settings → About phone.

    If you are not sure what to do with ADB or Recovery, it is better to contact the service center Huawei. Incorrect commands can lead to brick (breakage of the software part) of the device.

    How to prevent accidental activation of TalkBack in the future

    To avoid encountering the problem again, follow a few simple steps:

    1. Disable the power button triple press gesture:

      • Go to Settings → Smart controls → Gesture controls → Power button triple press.
      • Select No action or assign other functionality (for example, a screenshot).

  • Lock the settings TalkBack password:

    • In the section Accessibility → TalkBack → Settings find the option Password protection.
    • Set a PIN so that only you can change these settings.

    • Turn off automatic updates for accessibility-related apps (such as Android Accessibility Suite).

      • We also recommend adding a shortcut TalkBack to the main screen for quick access. To do this:

      1. Long-press an empty space on the main screen → select Widgets.

      2. Find the widget Settings (or Settings shortcuts) and drag it onto the screen.

      3. From the list, select TalkBackto create quick access.

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      If you have children, activate Mode for children in EMUI. It blocks access to system settings, including TalkBack, without entering a password.

      FAQ: Frequently asked questions about TalkBack on Honor 9

      Is it possible to disable TalkBack without losing data?

      Yes, in 90% of cases this is possible. Use Method 1 (through settings) or Method 3 (voice). commands). Reset via Recovery (Method 4) is an extreme measure that deletes all data.

      Why does the screen not respond to touches after turning off TalkBack?

      This happens due to the "stuck" gestures. Reboot the phone by holding the power button for 10 seconds. If the problem persists, check if another accessibility mode is activated (for example, Screen enlargement).

      How to disable TalkBack if the sensor does not work?

      Connect the phone to the PC via USB and use ADB-commands (see Method 5). If debugging by USB is not enabled, the only option is to reset via Recovery (volume + buttons). power).

      Is it possible to remove TalkBack completely?

      No, it is a system application Android, and its removal requires root accessHowever, you can disable its autorun. via Settings → Applications → Android Accessibility Suite → Autostart.

      TalkBack turns on itself after a reboot. What should I do?

      This is a sign of a failure. settings EMUI. Reset application settings:

      1. Go to Settings → Applications.
      2. Click on the three dots in the upper corner → Reset settings applications.
      3. Confirm the action and reboot the phone.

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      If none of the methods help, contact the service center Huawei indicating the model Honor 9 (STF-L09)The problem may be due to a hardware failure of the power button or sensor.