Disable Play Services Xml Download !!install!! -

Proceed only if you understand the risks.

Alex went to Storage inside the Play Services settings and tapped Clear Cache and Manage Space > Clear All Data .

Custom ROM developers sometimes disable this to prevent Google’s remote config from conflicting with modified system frameworks.

If the download keeps recurring on mobile data, you can restrict its background activity: Open . Select Mobile Data & Wi-Fi . Toggle off Background data . ⚠️ Note: This may affect some Google app notifications. Disable via Play Store Settings

"Stop the silent sync draining your battery."

The most effective way to "disable" these downloads permanently is to use an Operating System that does not include Google Play Services by default.