Code: adb shell pm block com.sonymobile.advancedwidget.entrance exit adb reboot

Code: adb shell pm block com.sony.smallapp.launcher pm block com.sony.smallapp.app.widget exit adb reboot

You can use ADB on unrooted devices to remove the "What's New" option from the NavRing and to remove the Small Apps Widget launcher from Recent Apps.I will assume you know how to install and use ADB.To remove the "What's New" option from the NavRing:Make sure to reboot before proceeding if you're removing both items.To remove the Small Apps Widget Launcher from the Recents screen:To revert changes substitute "unblock" for "block" in the command.