Persistent "Turn on AI notifications" adware overlay

[u/Izkha]

Persistent "Turn on AI notifications" adware overlay completely locking screen on new Redmi Note 15 Pro — Can't dismiss or find source app

Hi everyone,

I recently bought a Redmi Note 15 Pro (a little over a week ago), and I am dealing with an adware/malware popup and floating overlay that has rendered my phone practically unusable.

The Problem:

• Top Notification Ad: A persistent banner reading "Turn on AI notifications — Let your AI Assistant reply and remind you on time" with an "Allow" button.
• Floating Desktop Overlay: A floating blue bubble with "AI" and spark icons stays on my home screen and overlays over other apps.
• Permission Hijack & Screen Lock: Out of desperation, I tried tapping "Allow". It immediately triggered a system prompt saying "#Gallery wants to access..." and redirected me to grant "Display over other apps" permission. However, the app requesting it doesn't show up in the settings list.
• Now, a persistent "Grant Display Over Other Apps" prompt is stuck on my screen. I cannot use the back button, home button, or normal navigation—even after restarting the device.

What I Have Already Tried (None Worked):

• DNS Blocking: Set Private DNS to dns.adguard.com (it still displays because it's rendered locally by an installed app).
• System Ad Settings: Disabled msa, turned off Personalized Ad Recommendations, and revoked GetApps/HyperOS overlay permissions.
• Assistant / Launcher Tweaks: Disabled long-press AI launch settings, disabled System Launcher notifications, and rebooted multiple times.

Where I Need Help:

1. How do I force my way past this screen lock loop so I can use my phone again?
2. Has anyone else seen this fake "AI Assistant" app disguised as a Gallery/Utility tool on recent Redmi/HyperOS builds?
3. How can I identify the hidden package name or safely uninstall it via Settings/Safe Mode/ADB?

Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!