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 ...

Following widespread outrage, Nothing is backing down on its plans to pre-install bloatware on its non-flagship phones.

Samsung phones are well known for One UI, one of the most functional and intuitive Android interfaces. While it's highly ...

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 ...

Nothing announced that users will be able to uninstall all Meta-related apps and services from their devices. The change will ...

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 ...

Luckily, Nothing has pulled a U-turn on this issue and released a fix. In an update to a prior statement on the Nothing ...

Manuel Vonau was Android Police's Google Editor until April 2024, with expertise in Android, Chrome, Pixels, and other Google products. For five years, he covered tech news and reviewed devices after ...

With the millions of apps available on the Google Play Store, it's easy to get carried away with downloading all sorts of software for your Android device. This is especially true if you're a new ...

This guide is designed to show you how to uninstall apps from your Android Phone or tablet. Android, renowned for its extensive and varied range of applications, meets the needs of a wide spectrum of ...

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 ...