Disabling Assistant

Salval

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Sep 26, 2014
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Is it possible to ditch the assistant and go back to the home button bringing up Google search? Sure, the Assistant thing is neat. I just don't have an use for it.
 
Feb 17, 2015
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Hey there! Just had this problem myself (ironically enough, using a 6P with a "pixel" rom).

Since you're using a Pixel, steps should be easy. Note that this DOES require root, and I believe it will also trip Android's SafetyNet (that means no Android pay):

1. Install: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.apps.build.prop.editor&hl=en

2. Search for 'eligible'. The full entry you should see listed is 'ro.opa.eligible_device'

3. Change it from 'true' to 'false'

4. Reboot!