How to permanently turn off voice notifications on Android Samsung: a complete guide

Voice notifications on smartphones Samsung Galaxy can be useful in some situations - for example, when you are driving or doing things around the house. But most often they are annoying: a sudden voice Bixby or Google Assistant interrupts the music, interferes with a meeting, or wakes you up at night. Fortunately, you can disable these notifications in several ways - both for system functions and for third-party applications. Google Assistant data-i="38">) and show you how to deactivate them. You will learn how to:

In this article we will analyze all possible sources of voice notifications on Samsung (including models Galaxy S23/S22/S21, A54/A34, Z Flip/Fold and others with shell One UI 5/6) and show you how to deactivate them. You will learn how to:

• 🔇 Turn off voice prompts Bixby and Google Assistant
• 📱 Remove voice acting for system notifications (calls, SMS, alarm clock)
• 🔧 Configure exceptions for individual applications (for example, WhatsApp or Navigator)
• 🛠️ Return standard sound signals if voice signals are lost after the update

Important: some settings may vary depending on the version One UI and regional firmware. If you do not find the specified menu item, check the system updates in Settings → Software update.

1. Disabling voice prompts Bixby Voice

Bixby is a proprietary voice assistant Samsungwhich by default can speak notifications, reminders and search results. To disable this feature:

1. Open the application Bixby (icon with a blue circle and a white wave).
2. Click on ⚙️ Settings in the upper right corner.
3. Select Bixby Voice → Voice Prompts.
4. Switch the slider Enable Voice hints to Off.

If you have Galaxy S22/S23 or newer, this menu may have an additional item Speak notifications —it also needs to be deactivated. For models with a button Bixby (for example, Galaxy S10/Note 10) check the settings of this button in Settings → Additional features → Bixby button.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware Bixby may automatically turn on voice prompts after updating. To avoid this, disable auto-update for the application Bixby at Google Play → My applications → Bixby → ⋮ → Disable auto-update.

2. Deactivating Google Assistant voice notifications

Google Assistant can also sound notifications, especially if you use it to control the device. To disable this function:

1. Open the application Google (icon with the letter). "G").
2. Click on your avatar in the upper right corner and select Settings → Google Assistant.
3. Go to Assistant → Settings → Devices → [Your phone].
4. Find the section Speaking notifications and turn off the slider.

If this item is not there, check the settings in Settings → Applications → Google → Notifications → Voice notifications. data-i="101">c Samsung With One UI 6 the path may differ: Settings → Notifications → Additional settings → Voice notifications.

On some devices, after turning off voice in Google Assistant, voice notifications continue to work through services Android Accessibility Suite. In this case, go to Settings → Accessibility → Service settings → Voice notifications and deactivate the option.

3. Disabling system voice notifications (calls, SMS, alarm clock)

Sometimes voice notifications sound not because of assistants, but because of system functions - for example, voicing the subscriber’s number when there is an incoming call or voice accompaniment of an alarm clock. To remove. this is:

For incoming calls:

1. Go to Settings → Sounds and vibration → Ring sound.
2. Press Additional settings (or More depending on the model).
3. Disable the option Number voiceover or Voice notification of a call.

For an alarm clock:

1. Open the application Clock.
2. Click on ⚙️ Settings (three dots in corner).
3. Select Alarm voice notification and turn it off.

Notification type	Path in settings	Note
Incoming call voiceover	Settings → Sounds → Number voiceover	Not available on all firmware
Voice alarm	Clock → Settings → Voice notification	Can be called "Talking Clock"
SMS voiceover	Messages → ⚙️ → Notifications → Voiceover	Works only for the standard application

⚠️ Attention: On Samsung Galaxy s One UI 4.0 and below, the path to the call voiceover settings may differ. If you do not find the item Voicing a number, try using the settings search (magnifying glass icon at the top of the screen) and enter the query “voice acting”.

4. Setting up voice notifications for individual applications

Some applications (for example, Google Maps, Waze, WhatsApp) have their own voice settings. To disable voice only for a specific service:

For Google Maps/Waze:

1. Open the application and click on the profile avatar.
2. Go to Settings → Navigation → Voice guidance.
3. Select Silent or Alerts only.

For WhatsApp:

B messenger does not have built-in voice notifications, but if the voice appears when receiving messages, check:

• 🔊 Notification settings in itself WhatsApp (⋮ → Settings → Notifications).
• 📱 Android accessibility settings (Settings → Accessibility → Services —a third-party voice module can be activated there).
• 🤖 Voice assistant (for example, Google Assistant can read messages from WhatsApp on command).

5. Problems after the update: why did voice notifications return?

Many users Samsung Galaxy face the fact that after updating One UI or resetting the settings, voice notifications are turned on again. data-i="179">🔄 The system resets some settings to default values.

• 🔄 The system resets some parameters to default values.
• 📦 Application updates (Bixby, Google) may change settings.
• 🔧 Accessibility features automatically activate voice acting for the visually impaired (for example, TalkBack).

To prevent re-enabling:

1. After updating One UI check the settings Bixby i Google Assistant (see sections 1 and 2).
2. Disable auto-update for system applications in Google Play.
3. Check Settings → Accessibility → TalkBack —this service often includes voice prompts for all interface elements.

What to do if voice notifications do not turn off?

If none of the methods helped, try:

1. Reset application settings Bixby (Settings → Applications → Bixby → Storage → Reset).

2. Remove updates for Google (Settings → Applications → Google → ⋮ → Remove updates).

3. Reset all settings (Settings → General management → Reset → Reset settings) - this will not delete your data, but will return the system settings to factory settings.

6. Alternative methods: disabling via ADB (for experienced users)

If standard methods do not work, you can disable voice notifications via ADB (Android Debug Bridge). This method is suitable for advanced users and requires connecting the phone to the computer.

Instructions:

1. Enable Mode Developer on the phone: Settings → About phone → Build number (press 7 times).
2. Activate USB debugging in Settings → Mode developer.
3. Connect your phone to the PC and run the command:

   adb shell settings put secure enabled_accessibility_services com.samsung.android.accessibility.talkback/com.google.android.marvin.talkback.TalkBackService:com.samsung.android.bixby.agent/.accessibility.BixbyAccessibilityService

   Then reset accessibility settings:

   adb shell settings put secure enabled_accessibility_services ""

After running the commands, restart the device. This method disables all voice services, including TalkBack and Bixby Voice.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect use ADB may disrupt the system. Please back up your data before running commands. If you are not sure of your actions, contact official support Samsung.

7. Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is it possible to disable voice notifications only for specific contacts?

Yes, but only for incoming calls. To do this:

1. Open the application Contact.
2. Select the desired contact and click Edit.
3. Find the option Ring sound or Voiceover and disable her.

For SMS and instant messengers there is no such function - you will have to turn off the voiceover completely.

Why did voice notifications return after resetting the settings?

When resetting, all parameters return to factory settings, including settings Bixby and Google Assistant. To avoid this, before resetting:

• Take screenshots of the current voice settings.
• Disable auto-update for system applications.
• Use the backup function Samsung Cloud (but it does not save notification settings).

How to return standard sound notifications if voice notifications are gone?

If, after turning off voice, your notifications stop working altogether:

1. Check the overall volume level (Settings → Sounds and vibration).
2. Make sure notifications are not disabled for the application (Settings → Notifications → [Application]).
3. Reset sound settings: Settings → General management → Reset → Reset sound settings.

Do these methods work on Samsung tablets?

Yes, the instructions are suitable for tablets Samsung Galaxy Tab (series S8/S9, A8/A9 etc.) with a shell One UI. The paths in the settings are identical, with the exception of:

• Some models do not have a button Bixby, so its settings may be missing.
• Tablets often use the DeXmode, where notification voices may work differently.

Is it possible to disable voice notifications through Safe Mode?

Safe Mode (safe mode) only helps to check whether a third-party application is to blame for the voice acting. To enter there:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Hold down the power button and when the logo appears Samsung, hold down the button Volume Down.
3. In Safe Mode, check if voice notifications have disappeared. If so, the problem is in one of the installed applications.

To exit Safe Mode, simply restart the device.