I have few questions, I don't know if they have been allready answered, I tried searching but with no luck....anyway:
1. Is it possible to extract installation files of app. I downloaded from Android market so I can store themn on PC,so I don't have to download them every time I hard reset my phone.
2. How to export/import Opera Mobile 10.1 bookmarks.
3. Is it possible to disable option in home screen "tap and hold" to add more widgets, because I often excedently keep messing up order of widgets in my pocket and even when I scrool with finger.
4. How to uninstall or at least delete icons in menu of preinstalled demo games and apps.
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used appmonster
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http://my.opera.com/community/
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used titanium backup
3.
I don't understand.
sirkula said:
1. Is it possible to extract installation files of app. I downloaded from Android market so I can store themn on PC,so I don't have to download them every time I hard reset my phone.
4. How to uninstall or at least delete icons in menu of preinstalled demo games and apps.
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You can use Root Explorer and have your phone rooted so you can delete the apps you dont need or copy them from system to sdacard and of course their icon will disappear.
Search in forum about root and deleting apps.
Or look here... is easy to found if you look for: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=840356
saludos
Isn't titanium the same as root explorer?
Because I don't want to root my phone.
And thank you (who asked and who answered)
LongLive DEMONOID!
yahona3 said:
Isn't titanium the same as root explorer?
Because I don't want to root my phone.
And thank you (who asked and who answered)
LongLive DEMONOID!
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Uhmm... They r not the same, titanium is like an app manager and root explorer is a explorer, like astro. Yes, you can uninstall with titanium but for unintalling system apps or those that come by default you may need to be root. Havent tried to do it with titanium without been root but it think that you need to have your phone rooted. Just try it if it doesnt work you will have to root to delete those apps :S
And.. Why u dont whant to root?
Saludos
Sent from my U20i
.... I forgot about "Thank you" button to thank you :-D
1st.thank you for the explanation.
2nd.i don't want to root because I don't think I would be able to install updates from sonyericsson any more and I kinda have a bad past after playing with original system files in my ex-phone :-D.
Thank you again
LongLive DEMONOID!
with rooted phone, to uninstall some DEMO SE apps. and games is it enough to go to /system/apps and delete .apk files that I don't need or is there some more files and folders that belong to those apps. I want to delete....
Yea, delete the apps from /system/app and restart your phone. After that go to Phone settings -> Applications -> Manage Applications, you will see some apps with default icons, and default names like "com.android.****" - uninstall them, and there you go. Nothing left. You can also start Titanium Backup, and clear app cache to be 100% sure that nothing is left in the memory.
Can I remove some soft from official rom completely by deleting apk in system folder?
I would like to free some ram
Can I install apk named UpdateMeSmartphone like is in source of icehybrid rom?
UpdateMe is useless on stock ROM, as it doesn't give you any updates.
UpdateMe is for custom ROM developers, so that ROM users can easily update directly from phone.
You can remove some system APKs, but be careful with what you remove. Removing needed files can result in some functions not working or even bootloop. Make backups
You can also use the free version of sd maid, it can uninstall stock apps along with its data
Saiphable said:
Can I remove some soft from official rom completely by deleting apk in system folder?
I would like to free some ram
Can I install apk named UpdateMeSmartphone like is in source of icehybrid rom?
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Before removing a sys app, freeze it. That way you can restore it if you get some error or problem.
Apps like Titanium Backup, system tuner etc. are able to remove/freeze system apps.
OR you may want to try this out using the flashtool
Requirements:
1. Rooted phone with sufficient battery.
2. Tick check to the following options on your phone settings: USB cable at debugging mode, stay awake, Unknown services (Under the application menu and the development sub-menu directly inside the application menu settings).
In the flashtool UI choose clean apk (garbage icon) pick this to pull out those apps suspected as bloatware on your ROM. Check the forum for safe to list apps to pull during your clean up.
Once you have the list refer to the second pic, it is the list of all the apps installed on your phone. Be sure to create a profile name which serves as your reference when you re-install (just incase) The rest is self explanatory bro.
Note : I'm just sharing the work of the XDA Memer UU.This app was tested on this device and it was working fine.Here is a little introduction by him :
uusafe said:
One tap uninstall system apps (include apps data) and easily restore them in a safe way.
Hi all, are you familiar with such stories as below:
□Get a brand new smartphone which has scores of third-party pre-installed apps?
□Always get insufficient storage available but don’t trust any uninstaller?
□You are a big fan of Android games but don’t feel like getting rid of your favorite-ever games for good and want to restore them anytime with your progress in every game?
□Get lots of least used but required apps under some circumstances which you don’t want to fully delete?
If you tick the box,this is where UU Uninstaller comes in.
Description:
UU Uninstaller, your memory booster& speed doctor, easily uninstalls unwanted apps and helps your phone to free up more spaces and clean up memory consumption to make your phone go lightweight and run smooth.
Android task manager UU Uninstaller is designed to fast uninstall regular apps and pre-installed apps just on one tap. Plus, auto backup to recycle bin is enabled to preserve your data and to easily uninstall in a security-rich environment, seeking the best solution to uninstall and restore without any pressure.
Features:
-Uninstall Regular apps, Pre-installed apps and even Core Components if you like.
-Recycle Bin is available for backup and restore any apps after uninstall.
-Support to Permanent delete system apps.
Highlights:
★Clean and lightweight application without any adverts and fees.
★Intelligent Cloud gives gentle reminder when apps are recommended to keep or delete.
★Auto backup to restore any apps and data after uninstall to protect against incorrect deletion.
★One single tap to silently uninstall or reinstall any apps. No more notifications!（Easily understood!）
★Support Android 2.3-4.X
NOTE: This app REQUIRES ROOT permission. Sorry for the inconvenience.
SAVE 6 steps more than regular uninstaller!
Regular Uninstaller
Step 1 Tap Disable Button
Step 2 Dialog popup
Select Cancel or Disable
Step 3 Tap Disable Button
Step 4 Enter App info
Step 5Tap Uninstall Button
Step 6 Dialog popup
Select Cancel or OK
Step 7 Waiting
Step 8 Uninstall finished
UU Uninstaller
Step 1 Tap Uninstall
Step 2 Uninstall finished
Are you afraid of incorrect deletion or having second thoughts?
Take it easy! You may restore them from Recycle Bin also by a single tap!
Or fully clear them for good!
If you want to keep your Android device fit,please get it on Google Play.
We are glad to hear from you so that we can improve!
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Original Thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2736222
This is what i want to search. Finally i got it on this post, thanks
Hi,
I'd like to know how to safely delete system or ROM pre-installed applications that don't offer an "Uninstall" option. I am rooted and running 5.0.2 on a Nexus 6. I know I could do this with Titanium or other similar apps but my point is to not install a specific app just for deleting apps if I can find the correct path/file from Root Explorer and remove it myself.
Thanks
mclisme said:
Hi,
I'd like to know how to safely delete system or ROM pre-installed applications that don't offer an "Uninstall" option. I am rooted and running 5.0.2 on a Nexus 6. I know I could do this with Titanium or other similar apps but my point is to not install a specific app just for deleting apps if I can find the correct path/file from Root Explorer and remove it myself.
Thanks
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from my experience the best that you can do is to use root explorer and goto system/app or system/priv-app and delete folder-app you do not need, then goto data/dalvik-cache, search for apk name and delete also program *.dex, so this is a clean method, make a reboot for clearing apk data !
It's safer to rename the app instead of deleting it... "freezing" apps often just add ".fro" to the app's name (whatever.apk.fro, for example) to keep it from appearing in your app launcher or loading. If anything goes wrong because of the "missing" app, you can easily restore it.
MIUI is known for it's bloatware and there are some of us who want the best of both worlds, a simple ROM with good looks.... so here comes Titanium Backup (or any other Root Uninstaller app) to the rescue! I've tested deleting all these apps and used the ROM for quite some time without any FCs or bugs. This is the list on MIUI v6 5.1.9 (9th January 2015 Update).
Android Live Wallpapers
Apps
Assistant
Bank Cards
Basic Daydreams
Black Hole
Bubbles
Games
Google Pinyin Input
Live Wallpaper Picker
Magic Smoke Wallpapers
Music Visualization Wallpapers
Phase Beam
Photo Screensavers
Tags
A Chinese App (with an Orange/Green location symbol icon)
Another Chinese App (with the Mi logo under a roof)
NOTE: When you update your ROM to the latest MIUI Dev Rom, it brings all the bloatware with it sadly.
Please hit the 'THANKS' button to show your appreciation!
only? when i used miui, i used to delete much more stuff.. tomorrow if I'll have a miui zip in front of me will post all the apk's i used to delete
as promised, this is the list of apps I used to delete when I was using miui V6 (I always manually delete the apk's from /system/app or /system/priv-app with a root file manager, namely ES File Manager, rather then freezing apps with titanium app or similar)
of course this is safe here, but some of the following may be useful for someone, so be sure what the following apks are for, before deleting them Btw in case of any problems, you can always extract the apk's you deleted from the miui zip, put them back in system/app or system/priv-app folders, correct permissions, and reboot.. easy )
/system/app
AntHalService
BasicDreams
BugReport
CellBroadcastReceiver
CloudService (never used miui cloud-miui account)
Email (I use gmail instead)
Galaxy4
GameCenter
HoloSpiralWallpaper
HTMLViewer
LiveWallpapers
LiveWallpapersPicker
MagicSmokeWallpapers
Mipay
MiuiSuperMarket (I use play store instead)
MiuiVideo (I use mxplayer instead)
NoiseField
Notes (I use keep instead)
O2O
PaymentService
PhaseBeam
PhotoTable
PicoTts
Stk
VisualizationWallpapers
VoiceAssist
/systemp/priv-app
Backup (I just rely in cwm/twrp for backups)
CloudAppBackup
GooglePinyinIME (I use perfect keyboard free instead)
MiGameCenterSDKService
MiuiGallery (I use quickpic instead)
SmartcardService
Tag
VpnDialogs
what if i delete miui launcher?
i already have NOVA launcher prime installed. and root acces
dumbstalkr said:
what if i delete miui launcher?
i already have NOVA launcher prime installed. and root acces
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Nothing..delete miui and use nova launcher
Amruth Pillai said:
MIUI is known for it's bloatware and there are some of us who want the best of both worlds, a simple ROM with good looks.... so here comes Titanium Backup (or any other Root Uninstaller app) to the rescue! I've tested deleting all these apps and used the ROM for quite some time without any FCs or bugs. This is the list on MIUI v6 5.1.9 (9th January 2015 Update).
Android Live Wallpapers
Apps
Assistant
Bank Cards
Basic Daydreams
Black Hole
Bubbles
Games
Google Pinyin Input
Live Wallpaper Picker
Magic Smoke Wallpapers
Music Visualization Wallpapers
Phase Beam
Photo Screensavers
Tags
A Chinese App (with an Orange/Green location symbol icon)
Another Chinese App (with the Mi logo under a roof)
NOTE: When you update your ROM to the latest MIUI Dev Rom, it brings all the bloatware with it sadly.
Please hit the 'THANKS' button to show your appreciation!
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Delete its inside the *.zip before you flash update.zip
Please hit the 'THANKS' button to show your appreciation!
thanks!
this is useful tips!
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dumbstalkr said:
what if i delete miui launcher?
i already have NOVA launcher prime installed. and root acces
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You wont be able to change lockscreen wallpaper and use daily lockscreen wallpaper feature..
Amruth Pillai said:
MIUI is known for it's bloatware and there are some of us who want the best of both worlds, a simple ROM with good looks.... so here comes Titanium Backup (or any other Root Uninstaller app) to the rescue! I've tested deleting all these apps and used the ROM for quite some time without any FCs or bugs. This is the list on MIUI v6 5.1.9 (9th January 2015 Update).
Android Live Wallpapers
Apps
Assistant
Bank Cards
Basic Daydreams
Black Hole
Bubbles
Games
Google Pinyin Input
Live Wallpaper Picker
Magic Smoke Wallpapers
Music Visualization Wallpapers
Phase Beam
Photo Screensavers
Tags
A Chinese App (with an Orange/Green location symbol icon)
Another Chinese App (with the Mi logo under a roof)
NOTE: When you update your ROM to the latest MIUI Dev Rom, it brings all the bloatware with it sadly.
Please hit the 'THANKS' button to show your appreciation!
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If you have the root, you can also delete the browser app and the launcher without any problems
If someone updates to Miui v7 will face system advertisements in miui Music and some others apps. it is quite annoying
You are save to remove it. Follow this guide: http://en.miui.com/thread-190513-1-1.html
It is safe to remove SystemAdSolution.apk file, clear cache. Reboot
Now, no more advertisement in miui music
I don't know why xiaomi try to push global users with the force to see their advertisements. May be they can earn something from that way. ?!
Analytics and MIUI SDK
You can also remove com.miui.analytics. It's also useless. The system Calculator app is also useless and has very less features. You can use another app instead. You can freeze MIUI SDK too if it has too much data. But DO NOT uninstall Miui SDK.
If you have a root browser, you can simply delete the /data/miui/app folder to get more space in internal memory. Don't worry as it has just the apks of pre-installed apps, not their data. Deleting them will not even uninstall those apps as their apks are in /data/app folder too.
moly82 said:
as promised, this is the list of apps I used to delete when I was using miui V6 (I always manually delete the apk's from /system/app or /system/priv-app with a root file manager, namely ES File Manager, rather then freezing apps with titanium app or similar)
of course this is safe here, but some of the following may be useful for someone, so be sure what the following apks are for, before deleting them Btw in case of any problems, you can always extract the apk's you deleted from the miui zip, put them back in system/app or system/priv-app folders, correct permissions, and reboot.. easy )
/system/app
AntHalService
BasicDreams
BugReport
CellBroadcastReceiver
CloudService (never used miui cloud-miui account)
Email (I use gmail instead)
Galaxy4
GameCenter
HoloSpiralWallpaper
HTMLViewer
LiveWallpapers
LiveWallpapersPicker
MagicSmokeWallpapers
Mipay
MiuiSuperMarket (I use play store instead)
MiuiVideo (I use mxplayer instead)
NoiseField
Notes (I use keep instead)
O2O
PaymentService
PhaseBeam
PhotoTable
PicoTts
Stk
VisualizationWallpapers
VoiceAssist
/systemp/priv-app
Backup (I just rely in cwm/twrp for backups)
CloudAppBackup
GooglePinyinIME (I use perfect keyboard free instead)
MiGameCenterSDKService
MiuiGallery (I use quickpic instead)
SmartcardService
Tag
VpnDialogs
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bootloops.. . I cleared cache and dalvik cache.. now rebooting the device and I am in bootloops...
manishsoni7689 said:
bootloops.. . I cleared cache and dalvik cache.. now rebooting the device and I am in bootloops...
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Which device are you using?
Also tell the miui version. I hope it's not MIUI 7.2.3.0 - bloatware list for that is a little different because some important system apps are dependent on bloatware!!!
Did you also remove any app other than those specified in your quote?
ManSamVampire said:
Which device are you using?
Also tell the miui version. I hope it's not MIUI 7.2.3.0 - bloatware list for that is a little different because some important system apps are dependent on bloatware!!!
Did you also remove any app other than those specified in your quote?
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I did it on redmi 1s @china dev rom.. Miui 7 version 6.5.26.... Which is parallel to 7.2.3, I think. I only unistalled listed ones... I tried first deleting apks from system/app folder... It didn't work, then unistalled systems apps in es Explorer... Didn't work... Then titanium Backup... It also did not work. Every time I faced boot loops.
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manishsoni7689 said:
I did it on redmi 1s @china dev rom.. Miui 7 version 6.5.26.... Which is parallel to 7.2.3, I think. I only unistalled listed ones... I tried first deleting apks from system/app folder... It didn't work, then unistalled systems apps in es Explorer... Didn't work... Then titanium Backup... It also did not work. Every time I faced boot loops.
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I don't know much about the MIUI China ROM. I am using the Global ROM. After updating to this ROM, I uninstalled the following apps using Link2SD. Then using ES File Explorer, I removed the .odex files of uninstalled apps. Then rebooted to recovery, and just cleaned the /cache partition.
Assuming, that you are also not using Mi account, this is the list of apps I have removed (uninstalled) which were in my /system/app folder :-
*Analytics (AnalyticsCore.apk) - can be removed or you can disable the WakeupService.
*ANTHalService - (used for fitness accessories)
*Basic daydreams (BasicDreams.apk)
*BugReport - optional (keep it otherwise, you can't see the summary if any app stops unexpectedly)
*Calculator
*Mi Cloud (CloudService.apk)
*Email
*Black Hole (Galaxy4.apk) - live wallpaper
*Holo Spiral - live wallpaper
*Android Live Wallpaper (LiveWallpapers.apk)
*Magic Smoke - live wallpaper
*Uniplay service (MiLinkService.apk) - maybe required for Wi-Fi display connection
*Noise Field - live wallpaper
*Phase Beam - live wallpaper
*Photo screensavers (PhotoTable.apk)
*PicoTTS - text to speech engine
*Battery Saver (PowerKeeper.apk)
*Security Service Plugin (SecurityAdd.apk)
*SystemAdSolution
*XiaomiAccount (IMPORTANT: This app is required when Android boots for the first time. So if you have removed/disabled this app after you have finished setting up Android for the first time, do not factory reset or erase /data till this app is installed again.)
*Xiaomi Services Framework - DO NOT REMOVE (otherwise Phone app gets stuck in crash-loop)
/system/priv-app removed apps :-
*Cloud Backup (for apps backup to Mi account)
*Find Device - required by Mi account app (same instructions are applicable as for XiaomiAccount app above )
*mipub - purpose is unknown, removed it
*YellowPage - DO NOT REMOVE (otherwise you cannot open contact details in Contacts and Dialer app)
It is recommended that you flash the update as-it-is, then uninstall apps using Link2SD, then clean up the dalvik-cache from Link2SD and reboot phone. Then you can also delete .odex files of removed apps in /system/app and /system/priv-app folder using ES File Explorer and also delete /data/miui/app folder.
If you have some other apps in China ROM, please give the list of installed system apps and system priv-apps.
ManSamVampire said:
I don't know much about the MIUI China ROM. I am using the Global ROM. After updating to this ROM, I uninstalled the following apps using Link2SD. Then using ES File Explorer, I removed the .odex files of uninstalled apps. Then rebooted to recovery, and just cleaned the /cache partition.
Assuming, that you are also not using Mi account, this is the list of apps I have removed (uninstalled) which were in my /system/app folder :-
*Analytics (AnalyticsCore.apk) - can be removed or you can disable the WakeupService.
*ANTHalService - (used for fitness accessories)
*Basic daydreams (BasicDreams.apk)
*BugReport - optional (keep it otherwise, you can't see the summary if any app stops unexpectedly)
*Calculator
*Mi Cloud (CloudService.apk)
*Email
*Black Hole (Galaxy4.apk) - live wallpaper
*Holo Spiral - live wallpaper
*Android Live Wallpaper (LiveWallpapers.apk)
*Magic Smoke - live wallpaper
*Uniplay service (MiLinkService.apk) - maybe required for Wi-Fi display connection
*Noise Field - live wallpaper
*Phase Beam - live wallpaper
*Photo screensavers (PhotoTable.apk)
*PicoTTS - text to speech engine
*Battery Saver (PowerKeeper.apk)
*Security Service Plugin (SecurityAdd.apk)
*SystemAdSolution
*XiaomiAccount (IMPORTANT: This app is required when Android boots for the first time. So if you have removed/disabled this app after you have finished setting up Android for the first time, do not factory reset or erase /data till this app is installed again.)
*Xiaomi Services Framework - DO NOT REMOVE (otherwise Phone app gets stuck in crash-loop)
/system/priv-app removed apps :-
*Cloud Backup (for apps backup to Mi account)
*Find Device - required by Mi account app (same instructions are applicable as for XiaomiAccount app above )
*mipub - purpose is unknown, removed it
*YellowPage - DO NOT REMOVE (otherwise you cannot open contact details in Contacts and Dialer app)
It is recommended that you flash the update as-it-is, then uninstall apps using Link2SD, then clean up the dalvik-cache from Link2SD and reboot phone. Then you can also delete .odex files of removed apps in /system/app and /system/priv-app folder using ES File Explorer and also delete /data/miui/app folder.
If you have some other apps in China ROM, please give the list of installed system apps and system priv-apps.
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Thanks for your valuable response, I will try it for sure. You told "it is recommended to flash update as-it-is" which update? Do I need to flash something before doing it.
Please verify the steps I have to perform-
1. Using link2sd Uninstall listed apps
2. Then go to system/app in es Explorer and delete. odex file of uninstalled apps
3. Clear cache and dalvik cache by link2sd.
4. Clear Cache and dalvik cache in recovery and reboot.
I need to sign off MI account if I am using before performing these steps.
Correct me if any step I missed or messed..
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manishsoni7689 said:
Thanks for your valuable response, I will try it for sure. You told "it is recommended to flash update as-it-is" which update? Do I need to flash something before doing it.
Please verify the steps I have to perform-
1. Using link2sd Uninstall listed apps
2. Then go to system/app in es Explorer and delete. odex file of uninstalled apps
3. Clear cache and dalvik cache by link2sd.
4. Clear Cache and dalvik cache in recovery and reboot.
I need to sign off MI account if I am using before performing these steps.
Correct me if any step I missed or messed..
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No. You have gone a bit wrong.
"By 'update flashing', I meant the ROM update.zip file as it is available for download from the MI website without any apk file deleted. I just mentioned it because you said that you already tried deleting apks from the update before flashing."
The jist of the above quoted text is that : You need to have the untampered ROM to be installed on the device, that is, one in which no system APK has been removed or no system app has been uninstalled.
If you have already signed up for an Mi Account and want it to be active on your device, you must not remove the following apps.
Mi Cloud (CloudService.apk)
Mi Account (XiaomiAccount.apk)
Find device
Cloud backup - Removal of CloudBackup will stop apps from being backed up to Mi Cloud
After clearing dalvik-cache in Link2SD, you just have to clear cache in recovery, NOT the dalvik-cache again.
Aren't you using this latest MIUI China ROM?
Redmi 1s China Stable V7.3.1.0.KHCCNDD
ManSamVampire said:
No. You have gone a bit wrong.
"By 'update flashing', I meant the ROM update.zip file as it is available for download from the MI website without any apk file deleted. I just mentioned it because you said that you already tried deleting apks from the update before flashing."
The jist of the above quoted text is that : You need to have the untampered ROM to be installed on the device, that is, one in which no system APK has been removed or no system app has been uninstalled.
If you have already signed up for an Mi Account and want it to be active on your device, you must not remove the following apps.
Mi Cloud (CloudService.apk)
Mi Account (XiaomiAccount.apk)
Find device
Cloud backup - Removal of CloudBackup will stop apps from being backed up to Mi Cloud
After clearing dalvik-cache in Link2SD, you just have to clear cache in recovery, NOT the dalvik-cache again.
Aren't you using this latest MIUI China ROM?
Redmi 1s China Stable V7.3.1.0.KHCCNDD
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China dev 6.5.26
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Hey anyone tryed to delete this APKs in MIUI8?
Aswell i would really like to delete them BEFORE i flash the ZIP, but after flashing the deleted apks form the Zips are installed again. -.-
And i have no idea why. Can anyone explain me how this is working?
I for my side dont want to flash a rom than take an hour to disable all apps in TB with the apps already started and done **** to the system
Razerlight said:
Hey anyone tryed to delete this APKs in MIUI8?
Aswell i would really like to delete them BEFORE i flash the ZIP, but after flashing the deleted apks form the Zips are installed again. -.-
And i have no idea why. Can anyone explain me how this is working?
I for my side dont want to flash a rom than take an hour to disable all apps in TB with the apps already started and done **** to the system
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I haven't tried MIUI 8. But maybe I can help. Check all these things :-
1. Delete unwanted apks from /system/app and /system/priv-app along with the .odex files.
2. See if any unwanted apks are also present in /data/app. Some Xiaomi and Google apps are also located in /data/miui/app which are installed after selecting phone locale. However you can delete this folder before to prevent the unwanted installation.
3. DON'T delete *XiaomiAccount.apk otherwise you can't complete phone setup.
4. When phone boots for the first time after flashing ROM, don't provide internet access. First complete the setup and check if any removed apps are installed again and then connect to internet to add accounts, .etc. because I had once noticed that missing apps are automatically downloaded and installed in the background by some hidden app in the system.
If above steps don't work, I have another tough method.