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 ...

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.

The developer preview of Android 14 has rolled out. Android 14 DP1 has a hidden “apps installed in the background” menu. The feature lists every app installed in the background and allows you to ...

Pixel phones have a lot less bloatware than most other Android brands. But they still come packed with a whole raft of Google ...

With the newest Android 14, Google has finally implemented a feature that has been a long time coming: the ability to remove bloatware. Bloatware is any pre-installed app left unused and clogged up a ...

Taking a look back at seven days of news and headlines across the world of Android, this week’s Android Circuit includes stunning Pixel 6a leak, Samsung’s new camera technology, OnePlus 10 Pro review, ...

Nothing has published a post that explains its future plans and elaborates on the new Lock Glimpse feature. Select non-flagship devices will now include a selection of third-party partner apps and ...

Zach was an Author at Android Police from January 2022 to June 2025. He specialized in Chromebooks, Android smartphones, Android apps, smart home devices, and Android services. Zach loves unique and ...