Tamping down on preinstalled garbage on an Android is a tradition as old as the OS itself. Unlike Apple, which tightly controls both the hardware and software of its smartphones, Android phones aren't ...

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 ...

To uninstall bloatware on your Mobile, use the ADB (Android Debug Bridge) tool. It is available for both Windows and Mac. Using this tool, you can uninstall pre-installed apps, system apps, and ...

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