What you can (and can't) uninstall on Android Unfortunately, many preinstalled first-party apps can't be easily removed. This varies by manufacturer and device—for example, Pixel users can uninstall ...

Those who own an Android phone may have noticed several apps already installed on the device the first time they turned it on. These pre-installed smartphone apps are more commonly referred to as ...

Crapware, not to be confused with malware or ransomware, are all those apps that come installed on your phone that you’ll probably never use. Sometimes it’s referred to as bloatware, because they take ...

Nothing's latest update finally brings solutions to the many problems users had with its software late last year.

Are you tired of your Android device being bogged down by pre-installed apps that you never use? These apps, known as bloatware, can significantly impact your device’s performance and storage space.

Android phones will often contain apps that you aren’t able to uninstall. All of the OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) stick their own apps on your phone before it ever reaches you, and the ...

The Indian government is planning new rules to fight pre-installed apps. The rules would force mobile brands to let users uninstall bloatware. Bloatware is one of the more annoying aspects about ...

Bloatware has been a long-time problem for Android devices, but some brands have stood against it for a while. OnePlus, though, seems to be sneaking more bloatware onto its devices as of late. OnePlus ...

Bloatware has plagued Android phones for years, but it’s certainly an issue that’s gotten better over time. But in India, major action may soon be taken, as a reported plan by the country takes aim at ...

Windows Insiders testing out the upcoming 25H2 update for Windows 11 have found that it's letting them remove some of the default applications that Windows 11 ships with. That includes apps like ...

OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open now have as many as four third-party apps pre-selected for installation during device setup. The OnePlus Open also continues to ship three Meta apps that cannot be easily ...