I would like to keep a running list of AT&T-delivered apps from the stock ROM that are safe to freeze/uninstall without causing any loss of essential functionality.
Amazon Kindle
AP Mobile
AT&T Code Scanner
AT&T Family Map
AT&T Hotspots (if you do not use it)
AT&T Navigator
Buddies Now
City ID
Digital Clock
Dual Clock
Featured Apps
Live TV
Media Hub (not AT&T Bloatware, rather Samsung-delivered)
Mini Diary
Mini Paper
QIK Lite (if you do not use stock video chat)
Yahoo Finance
YP
If you have any apps that you have removed and run problem free for at least 48 hours, please let me know and I will update the list.
I'd keep AT&T Hotspots. Without it, you can't use AT&T wi-fi hotspot for free.
Also Yellow Pages, AT&T Family Tree nd Live TV should be added. You can keep Live TV app if you are also an AT&T U-Verse subscriber.
Media Hub is a Samsung Media service (for movie and TV show rental), not bloatware.
QIK Lite is a video chat software so that we can actually use the the front facing camera. You can use Skype as alternative.
foxbat121 said:
I'd keep AT&T Hotspots. Without it, you can't use AT&T wi-fi hotspot for free.
Also Yellow Pages, AT&T Family Tree nd Live TV should be added. You can keep Live TV app if you are also an AT&T U-Verse subscriber.
Media Hub is a Samsung Media service (for movie and TV show rental), not bloatware.
QIK Lite is a video chat software so that we can actually use the the front facing camera. You can use Skype as alternative.
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Thanks, I updated the list and the thread title to be more accurate.
Bump...is this list up to date or are there more that can be added?
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Bump...is this list up to date or are there more that can be added?
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I have not touched it in a while...
Someone has created a comprehensive system and bloatware app list: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spr...SENVeXlqUm5vV0E&single=true&gid=0&output=html
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Someone has created a comprehensive system and bloatware app list: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spr...SENVeXlqUm5vV0E&single=true&gid=0&output=html
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This is an I9100 specific list. The AT&T version has additional AT&T-delivered bloatware which I'm not sure about.
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This is an I9100 specific list. The AT&T version has additional AT&T-delivered bloatware which I'm not sure about.
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That list applies to i777 too. I used this list as a reference when I removed bloatware from stock ROM. AT&T specific bloatware are obvious because they have the name AT&T in it Example: AT&T Navigator.
The above linked spreadsheet also explains why some apk should not be removed. I don't use Kies. So even if the spreadsheet has labeled an apk as "Green" but only because it's Kies dependency, I know that I can remove that apk.
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I don't use Kies. So even if the spreadsheet has labeled an apk as "Green" but only because it's Kies dependency, I know that I can remove that apk.
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I'm pretty sure official ICS update will be released via Kies or Kies Mini instead of OTA because of potential bootloader change. Bootloader in OTA = brick. So it is good to keep Kies related apks around.
foxbat121 said:
I'm pretty sure official ICS update will be released via Kies or Kies Mini instead of OTA because of potential bootloader change. Bootloader in OTA = brick. So it is good to keep Kies related apks around.
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I wouldn't want to go back to stock ROM now that I have got used to the custom mods like modded power button menu, 14-toggle notification bar, etc
Let's see if I can stay patient enough to wait for custom ICS ROMs. If not, then I can always get back the required system apks for OTA update. But again, that's very very unlikely.
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Hi Guys,
My question is for Beta Testers & lucky individual in the US only. Does the Streak allow you to download apps that aren't availabe in the Android Market. ATT hasn't allowed this feature on any of their Android phones thus far, and yesterday I saw a picture where someone has Swype installed. I didn't know if this was a European Streak or US Version.
yup - swype insnt installed by default - you have to fnd the right version for your screen res - there are three different versions from what i can see. I guess mine is a beta as the official stance on the website is that it is, in beta....although it works great though.
As for the apps - i can copy them to my memory card and install them from there using the "apps installer"
Hope that helps.
thanks i really needed to know this
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Hi Guys,
My question is for Beta Testers & lucky individual in the US only. Does the Streak allow you to download apps that aren't availabe in the Android Market. ATT hasn't allowed this feature on any of their Android phones thus far, and yesterday I saw a picture where someone has Swype installed. I didn't know if this was a European Streak or US Version.
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Hi,
I have installed lots of apps from both the Android Market and Appbrain.
I like both for differnt reasons.
I am sure I have also installed an app from the internet on neither of these.
If you go into the following on your streak -
menu(middle hard button, when on a home page)/settings/applications/unknown sources it will toggle the following setting - allow install of non-market applications
I had to do this at some stage I think when trying to install a non-market app I had the prompt to do this.
I believe the default setting is not allow so mabe the above is all that is needed.
That is of course bearing in mine I have a UK o2 streak and USA is the same ie this toggle available.
If its not available there may be access to it via some 3rd party settings app. I also seen to recall one app though I forget which is 3rd party security app which will prompt to turn this to non allow for security purposes so that when browsing the internet for instance a web site cannot install its own apps.
John
This is a WIP so forgive me for doing this in steps instead of all at once, I dislike anything from AT&T and Samsung being loaded on the phone, I am an average user that does not use my phone for business so anything like VPN / Exchange is not needed by me. I just like my phone as lean as possible while maintaining stability
Note: This list is from the latest ICS leak, and have been tested on my phone. I have not DELETED the APK's yet, but have them disabled either thru [Applications / All] or using Autostarts, and RomToolbox. Sorry for the rough layout of this list, I have the flu so expect typo's too.
Accuweather Daemon (used for the weather on the lockscreen / widget)
Accuweather.com (widget)
Android Keyboard (I am soley using Swype)
AP Mobile news (widget)
Application Monitor
AT&T Hot Spots
Buddies Now (widget)
City ID
DeviceHelp
Exchange Services ( I Dont use Exchange)
Google Partner Setup
Home Screen Tips
HTML Viewer (Anyone know what this even does?)
Kies Air
Lets Try Panning!
Media Hub
Mini diary
News & Weather
Polaris Office
Samsung Account
Setup Wizard
Social Hub (There are two listings I disabled both)
TalkBack
Voice Talk (vlingo)
WidgetBinder *
Yahoo Finance
YP Mobile (Disabling this will cause a FC if you try and use it within contacts)
* I am not using TW LAUNCHER. I'm using Apex instead, might have undesired effects if you disable this and use the stock launcher.
[Edit: jellybean list coming soon.]
I am with you, I hate the bloat I know I will not use and don't want it on my device. If you search in either the SGS-II forum or the Note forum you will find a spreadsheet that is also a good reference on what can be removed.
Search "apps safe to remove"
slix71 said:
I am with you, I hate the bloat I know I will not use and don't want it on my device. If you search in either the SGS-II forum or the Note forum you will find a spreadsheet that is also a good reference on what can be removed.
Search "apps safe to remove"
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What he said! ^^^^^^ That list is fairly spot on.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717 using XDA
We need a verified list like that for Jelly Bean now, and we also need another list for Startup apps and services, that are safe to remove from Startup. Sometimes you don't need to uninstall an app that you occasionally use, but you certainly don't need it running and eating up resources each time the phone boots.
A great post !!
If i can get a few users too verify the list a few times, i'll add the thread as a resource to the "everything" thread.....
this would help out users a lot !!
thank you......g
Jellybean
gregsarg said:
A great post !!
If i can get a few users too verify the list a few times, i'll add the thread as a resource to the "everything" thread.....
this would help out users a lot !!
thank you......g
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Jellybean coming with in the next couple of days.
jb0nd38372 said:
Jellybean coming with in the next couple of days.
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I'll hold off for the JB then...
If you can add them both into this thread, and name it for both, that would be sweet....
The "one stop" for both OS's.......
Or not, your call, but thank you in advance......g
there are alot more apks that can be removed. i posted some in another thread awhile back. post number 7 and 8 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767113 if you want to add to your list so they can all be in one place. also if you are trying to free up space there are more files that can be removed. in system/media/audio you can delete all extra ringtones,notifications,and alarms. i only have the one i use in each folder and i delete the entire ui folder since i dont like my phone making noise every time i press something. on cm roms there is a video folder in same location that i delete. i have never seen those videos run and are useless. and more i can list later when have time.
Hey guys
So today I decided to give the Windows phone a shot. Been an avid Android user and follower since it started But decided that I should really give the other operating systems a shot. I just went and got myself a Lumia 925 and if I'm correct that phone is T-Mobile's variant of the 920 correct? I didn't see a thread for the 925 so I think this is where I belong. So with that here are a few questions I have before I dive into my brand new 925.
Just briefly looking through the forum here, I noticed some ROM's here. Are these different versions of the WP software or are these developers personal tweaks to it? I know with Android depending on what phone you have, you can root it and install the latest version of Android on it, currently 4.3, even if your phone prior is only at 4.1.2.
My other question is what apps does everyone here recommend on getting. I know the app market here is really lacking and its a total shame about that. I am pretty integrated into the whole google network (Gmail, Drive, Music, G+, etc). I use some social media apps but those are't too important to me. Suggestions for other apps would be amazing.
Really looking forward in giving this a test drive and in advance thanks for all of your help! :highfive:
no major differences in many variants of same versions... just every operator have own branded versions of firmware.. no way to root or unlock phone (not talk about SIM unlock)
phone market have enough good applications...
but Google and Microsoft have "cold" war and dont except major Google apps on WP platform
Nokia have own alternative for maps, HERE bunch of apps (Maps, Drive, Transit and City Lens) and very good Nokia Music service...
first at all install SysApp Pusher to easy access to Nokia apps and system apps updates
also check for Store Deals and myFreeApp to get notifications about promotional period of pay apps to get it for free
for Instagram use 6Tag
also check guides on http://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/how-to/wp8
for offline navigation you can use Nokia Drive+ or pay for Navigon USA, Garmin StreetPilot or CoPilot GPS (if you have legal licences you can use it on CoPilot without purchase new)
GetThemAll to download stuff from websites (videos, etc.)
Stop the Music! for stopping (kill) media player (or free alternative from market, just use search)
dxdy said:
no major differences in many variants of same versions... just every operator have own branded versions of firmware.. no way to root or unlock phone (not talk about SIM unlock)
phone market have enough good applications...
but Google and Microsoft have "cold" war and dont except major Google apps on WP platform
Nokia have own alternative for maps, HERE bunch of apps (Maps, Drive, Transit and City Lens) and very good Nokia Music service...
first at all install SysApp Pusher to easy access to Nokia apps and system apps updates
also check for Store Deals and myFreeApp to get notifications about promotional period of pay apps to get it for free
for Instagram use 6Tag
also check guides on http://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/how-to/wp8
for offline navigation you can use Nokia Drive+ or pay for Navigon USA, Garmin StreetPilot or CoPilot GPS (if you have legal licences you can use it on CoPilot without purchase new)
GetThemAll to download stuff from websites (videos, etc.)
Stop the Music! for stopping (kill) media player (or free alternative from market, just use search)
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Awesome, thanks for all the info will definitely check out all the apps you suggested. Ya I know Google and Microsoft aren't on the best of terms as of right now which only really hurts the users in the long run. Thanks again for your speedy reply!
Xg3nFatality said:
Awesome, thanks for all the info will definitely check out all the apps you suggested. Ya I know Google and Microsoft aren't on the best of terms as of right now which only really hurts the users in the long run. Thanks again for your speedy reply!
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925 is enhanced version of 920 regarding camera, but without wireless charging integrated and also slimmer due this fact
Don't try 920 ROMs on 925 and vise verse..you will brick your phone.
Don't switch. Android might be slower but it has so much more to offer. There is no free video player on the Windows 8 phone. Nothing that can play MKV for free. There is no built in flash support so sites on the web that still use flash don't work. That is an issue with all mobile devices now though. You can't block unwanted calls. There is no app that allows you to do that as there is no app that is allowed access to the kernel thanks to MS protection Nazi's. As soon as my contract ends next year I am going back to G4. This phone is just locked down too tight.
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Don't switch. Android might be slower but it has so much more to offer. There is no free video player on the Windows 8 phone. Nothing that can play MKV for free. There is no built in flash support so sites on the web that still use flash don't work. That is an issue with all mobile devices now though. You can't block unwanted calls. There is no app that allows you to do that as there is no app that is allowed access to the kernel thanks to MS protection Nazi's. As soon as my contract ends next year I am going back to G4. This phone is just locked down too tight.
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Actually in the amber update that is now a built in ability to block both calls and text from specific numbers, though you have always had the ability to save a number and set a blank ringtone for it.
Most of the videos I play are either podcast or streamed via PlexApp both of which work great, and if not, you can always convert them using Zune, granted it is a bit of work.
Solarenemy68 said:
This phone is just locked down too tight.
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That's what it makes it so fun fiddling with it!
dont forget about the wifi calling that t-mobile has.. while the other ROMs do not has it.
Since the Amber Update Gmail works fine, as does Google Calendar, both in the Native WP apps.
Get Metrotalk for Google Voice. It takes a few moments to configure but once you do it works as well as Google Voie for IOS including the ability to call from the App.
I too just switched from Android and I'm still on the fence. Most of the Apps I use are here but the are some near dealbreakers like Sirius/XM and my IP Camera app that are not present and probably never will be.
On the other hand, there are a lot of nice included features like SkyDrive and Nokia Pro Cam. Unfortunately, the choice is not clear cut. You have to figure out whats important to you.
I myself was hell bent on being a one device guy. Had the Galaxy Note and Note 2 so I'd have EVERYTHING all at once. Now with the Lumias (especially the 1020) getting such great cameras I may stick with Windows Phone. I do still have an Android Tablet though to get me by.
Then again, Sony's stuff at IFA like the Z1 or the QX cameras are so intruiging. Though, the Lenses won't work with Wndows Phone, or any phone bigger than 5 inches.
So, once again, I'm left scratching my head. Do I go back to the best all around device like the Galaxy Note 3? Or do I stick with the best camera? Or do I compromise, get a middling Android Phone like the S3 or Optimus G so I can slap one of the Sony QX lenses on it? So many decisions!
Can we get a list of apps that is confirmed safe to disable on this device? I can update this post as we go along.
Can be unistalled:
Clash of Clans
Hotels.com
Can be disabled:
Amazon
Amazon app suite
Amazon Kindle
Amazon MP3
Appstore (Amazon) - If you have any apps from the Amazon Appstore, you can disable "Amazon" and "Amazon app suite" but you have to keep "Appstore"
Audible
Calendar
Caller Name ID (pretty sure this replaces their old CallerID system)
Cloud
DT Ignite
Google Books
Google Play Movie & TV
Google Play Newsstand
IMDB
ISIS (Doesn't work if you're rooted anyways)
Family Base Companion
LG VoiceCommand SpeechPack (Inferior to "Ok Google" Won't affect google voice commands)
Message+
My Info Zone (Verizon Widget)
My Verizon Mobile
NFL Mobile
Slacker
ThinkFree Viewer
Verizon Location Agent
Verizon Login
Verizon Support and Protection
VMware Ready
Voicemate Speech Pack (Keep this if you want your phone to annouce incoming calls/messages aloud)
VZ Navigator
I'm pretty sure that's all of the ones that you can disable that are worth disabling. Not gonna bother with anything under 2-3mb
So far I have these disabled, and they should be good (from previous experience)
Amazon
Amazon app suite
Amazon Kindle
Amazon MP3
Appstore (amazon)
Audible
Caller Name ID (pretty sure this replaces their old CallerID system)
Google Books
Google Play Movie & TV
Google Play Newsstand
My Verizon Mobile
NFL Mobile
Slacker
Verizon Login
VMware Ready
VZ Navigator
Ones I'm not 100% on, yet:
Cloud
FamilyBase Companion
Isis Wallet
Music (1.40MB)
Music (6.60MB)
My InfoZone
Verizon Location Agent
Verizon Support & Protection
Possibly start from one of the lists of candidates that show on a Google of "debloat LG G2 verizon". Likely a fair number of them have carried over to G3.
Here's a list of all the questionable apps I see installed. These survived my first pass of bloatware removal where I got rid of all the obvious junk I didn't want. This list contains everything I can't readily identify and I don't know if it's safe to remove or even want it to be removed
ActionManager Service 4.20.8
Answer Me 2.0.0
Caller Name ID 2.27
com.lge.*
com.verizon.permissions.qos 1.0
com.verizon.permissions.securesettings 1.0
com.verizon.permissions.vzwappapn 1.0
Content lock 4.20.6.1
DT Ignite 1.6.901
EasyHome 4.20.5
ELTest 1.0
File Manager 4.20.10
Font Server 4.4.2
GNSS Air Test
GnssTest 1.2.4.4.2
Home 4.20.22
Home selector 3.0.038
Home Theme - LG 4.0.552
LG Backup 4.21.7
LG GNSS 2.1.2.0
LG Health 4.20.22
LG IMS 3.3.0
LG Intelligent Agent 0.8.14
LG System Server
LG TTS+ 2.3.1.11-E2M1
LG VoiceCommand 1.103.9098
LG VPN 3.0.1
LGApduService 1.2
LGATCMD Service
LGSearchWidgetProvider
LGSetupWizard
LGSmartcardService
LGWernickeManager
LIA Informant
LIA MrGDBLogger
LIA S4URecommender 4.20.17
License Provider
Maluuba QVoice Interface
SmartShare Beam 4.20.19
SmartShare Push 4.20.25
SmartShare.Beam 1.2.14
SmartShare DLNA 3.1.0
SmartShare.MediaServer 3.1.0
SmartShare.Provider 1.0.16
SSOPermission 1.0
System updates 1_13_10_0
Tasks 4.20.8
Text Link 4.20.6
Text Link Agent 3.1.3
Text Link Engine 3.0.2
ThinkFree Viewer 4.0.24
Verizon Hidden Menu 1.0.0.0505
Voice Command 4.20.8
Voice Mate 4.20.8
Voice Mate Engine 5.0.46
Voice Mate Speech Pack 5.0.2
VZWAPN 12.0
VZWAVSService 3.3
WAP Service 5.0.21200
Wfd Service 2.0
WfdsService 1.1.1
WideVine Keybox
markfm said:
Possibly start from one of the lists of candidates that show on a Google of "debloat LG G2 verizon". Likely a fair number of them have carried over to G3.
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Good call, I'll cross check the lists and update the original post.
I disabled all of those and now I can no longer access my phone settings. Trying to narrow down which one disabled it...
edit: "tab view" works, but not "list view" in settings. A bit odd...
NedDasty said:
I disabled all of those and now I can no longer access my phone settings. Trying to narrow down which one disabled it...
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Did you disable bobbarker's list or my list?
kthung said:
Did you disable bobbarker's list or my list?
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^ This. Please read before disabling. Bobbarker's list is items he's unsure of, not confirmed disabled and safe.
NedDasty said:
I disabled all of those and now I can no longer access my phone settings. Trying to narrow down which one disabled it...
edit: "tab view" works, but not "list view" in settings. A bit odd...
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Had this problem too, defrosted LGApduService 1.2/LG IMS 3.3.0/LG System Server and fixed it.
I've disabled a handful based on old G2 lists as well as those mentioned above:
Answer Me
Audible
Caller Name ID
Cloud Print
com.verizon.perm...appdirectedsms
com.verizon.permissions.qos
com.verizon.permis...securesettings
com.verizon.permissions.vzwappapn
Email
FamilyBase Companion
Favorite Contacts Widget
GNSS Air Test
GnssTest
Isis
Key Chain
LG Backup
LG GNSS
LG Intelligent Agent
LG TTS+
LGATCMD Service
LGSearchWidgetProvider
LGSetupWizard
Maluuba QVoice Interface
Message+
Print Spooler
SmartShare Beam
SmartShare Push
SmartShare.Beam
SmartShare.DLNA
SmartShare.MediaServer
SmartShare.Provider
Text Link
Text Link Agent
Text Link Engine
ThinkFree Viewer
Video Trim
VMware Ready
Voice Command
Voice Mail
Voice Mate
Voice Mate Engine
Voice Mate Speech Pack
VpnDialogs
Widevine Keybox
A few of those are either hunches (the com.verizon ones) on my part or services I wouldn't use anyway (ie. Email, SmartShare, voice controls outside of Google Now, etc.). So far everything is running fine, but bear in mind that I won't know for sure until tomorrow when I swing by Verizon to get the device transferred to my line and pop a SIM into it. Running off of strictly WiFi at the moment.
Just to clarify, when you mean disable, you mean freeze under the paid version of Titanium Backup? Sorry, I haven't been on the rooted scene since the Galaxy Nexus came out.
kthung said:
Can we get a list of apps that is confirmed safe to disable on this device? I can update this post as we go along.
Can be unistalled:
Clash of Clans
Hotels.com
Can be disabled:
Amazon
Amazon app suite
Amazon Kindle
Amazon MP3
Appstore (Amazon) - If you have any apps from the Amazon Appstore, you can disable "Amazon" and "Amazon app suite" but you have to keep "Appstore"
Audible
Calendar
Caller Name ID (pretty sure this replaces their old CallerID system)
Cloud
DT Ignite
Google Books
Google Play Movie & TV
Google Play Newsstand
IMDB
ISIS (Doesn't work if you're rooted anyways)
Family Base Companion
LG VoiceCommand SpeechPack (Inferior to "Ok Google" Won't affect google voice commands)
Message+
My Info Zone (Verizon Widget)
My Verizon Mobile
NFL Mobile
Slacker
ThinkFree Viewer
Verizon Location Agent
Verizon Login
Verizon Support and Protection
VMware Ready
Voicemate Speech Pack (Keep this if you want your phone to annouce incoming calls/messages aloud)
VZ Navigator
I'm pretty sure that's all of the ones that you can disable that are worth disabling. Not gonna bother with anything under 2-3mb
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mengheng said:
Just to clarify, when you mean disable, you mean freeze under the paid version of Titanium Backup? Sorry, I haven't been on the rooted scene since the Galaxy Nexus came out.
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you can disable a lot of apps just using the app manager now, of course some bloatware still requires Titanium Backup but only some.
Oh thank you, I didn't know that. I just bought Titanium Backup though, after all these years of using the free version I finally have a bit of financial freedom to contribute. Thanks for the information though!
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you can disable a lot of apps just using the app manager now, of course some bloatware still requires Titanium Backup but only some.
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Friendly warning!
Best to just freeze the bloat rather than uninstall. Much easier to backtrack and fix an issue, or if you need to update for critical fixes. This is the best option unless a vet of modding your phone.
The bloat does not take up much storage space. ART is a far more significant issue as far as storage space hogging.
GNSS = GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEM
May not want to screw with that one if you use g positioning data.
GPS = The American Global Positioning System. GNSS covers other positioning satellite systems too.
Did they really preload Hotels.com? What a joke this bloatware has become.
duke69111 said:
Did they really preload Hotels.com? What a joke this bloatware has become.
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Yup...and the NFL crap. I love football but please let me install my preferred apps.
Disabling the LG Music app ("Music") will prevent you from adding new ringtones or notification sounds. However, once you have added the audio file it seems to be fine to freeze it again and have the ringtone still work.
Otherwise, I can confirm no issues with OP's suggestions.
RED ZMAN said:
GNSS = GLOBAL NAVIGATION SATELLITE SYSTEM
May not want to screw with that one if you use g positioning data.
GPS = The American Global Positioning System. GNSS covers other positioning satellite systems too.
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Is GNSS at work in the United States as well, or are we limited to only GPS functionality? I ask because having GNSS related processes frozen through TiBu has caused me zero issues so far and was one of the things listed on many "safe to freeze" lists for the G2.
Guys. I just got the G3 and rooted it right in the parking lot of Best Buy lol
What specifically do u need to freeze to stop further OTAs?
I know the answer is here somewhere but just wanted it sooner is all forgive my laziness
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Hey all.
Within a couple of days I'm getting my new Galaxy S9+ (Exynos) phone.
I made a year break from Android and switched to Apple, and now I'm back.
Unfortunately, I know nothing about newest Galaxy phones.
Maybe anyone has suggestions what should I do (download) when I'll set-up my phone (I've watched all the reviews of "must have" etc., don't suggest me to do that)?
I used to root and unlock bootloader for each my android phone, but I won't do that to my Galaxy S9+ at least for 6 months.
Hence, many root apps not working: "AdAway", "Viper4Android" etc.,
Maybe anyone knows Ad Blocking app without rooting a phone?
Or just mention anything that newbie to Galaxy S9+ should know.
(If you're wondering why am I "spamming" with these "stupid" questions: And no, I didn't find any similar thread to this)
Thanks in advance!
I use to root and rom all my phones, but I don't think it is as necessary as before.
I also use to download all the tweaks, but I don't do that either.
Non-root to block adds try Blokada it is in the F-Droid store.
It is Free and it Works.
I also swear by ES File Explorer to view and move files on your app. Also to sync any cloud storage you have.
If you have a regular phone number and google voice number going to the same phone
Voice Choice 2.0 is a nice app that allows you to make calls with a specific number
i.e. family and close friends have you carrier number
work partners, resume, business line has your google number
when you make a call you don't have to select anything, based on your rules set up it will dial out using the appropriate number.
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qnc said:
I use to root and rom all my phones, but I don't think it is as necessary as before.
I also use to download all the tweaks, but I don't do that either.
Non-root to block adds try Blokada it is in the F-Droid store.
It is Free and it Works.
I also swear by ES File Explorer to view and move files on your app. Also to sync any cloud storage you have.
If you have a regular phone number and google voice number going to the same phone
Voice Choice 2.0 is a nice app that allows you to make calls with a specific number
i.e. family and close friends have you carrier number
work partners, resume, business line has your google number
when you make a call you don't have to select anything, based on your rules set up it will dial out using the appropriate number.
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Thanks! Maybe you know anything about removing / disabling Bloatware as well?
LaurynasVP said:
Thanks! Maybe you know anything about removing / disabling Bloatware as well?
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check out this thread at your own risk. It works I disabled Facebook (don't see why that would be on and unlocked phone fro Samsung, but i digress)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/s9-s9-bloatware-removal-thread-g960u-t3817810
Be careful with the commands and understand what is being done before you hit the enter/return key
Good thing about disabling is if you fubar the phone you can do a factory restore and start all over
I only disabled Facebook. will investigate the other software as i play with the phone. Only had it 2 weeks so far.
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qnc said:
check out this thread at your own risk. It works I disabled Facebook (don't see why that would be on and unlocked phone fro Samsung, but i digress)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/s9-s9-bloatware-removal-thread-g960u-t3817810
Be careful with the commands and understand what is being done before you hit the enter/return key
Good thing about disabling is if you fubar the phone you can do a factory restore and start all over
I only disabled Facebook. will investigate the other software as i play with the phone. Only had it 2 weeks so far.
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Thanks, I'll keep everything in mind