How to delete an application on Android. Working with the phone, Installing applications, Uninstalling applications - Operating instructions Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 How to remove applications from Sony XPERIA
Which built-in (system) Android applications can be removed. There are built-in applications that we do not use, and these applications and services only take up space and eat up RAM; they can be deleted.
In order to remove some of them, we will need Root and need to install the Root Browser program or . Next you should follow the path" / system/app/ ", here are the very built-in applications that cannot be deleted. Sometimes this folder needs to be remounted for reading and writing since it can be read-only. To do this, for example, in RootExplorer, press the button labeled “ Mount R/W", if it says " Mount R/O"then you don’t need to click it, the folder is already writable.
We mark what we need to delete and, just in case, transfer these files to a pre-prepared folder on the SD card. We transfer, and do not delete, so that everything can be returned back, otherwise you never know. We reboot the device and they are gone. And yet, this folder also contains system applications necessary for the functioning of Android; when they are deleted, the tablet or phone may not boot, so we delete only what we know for sure. When deleting an application or service, you should also delete its NameProgram.odex, if the firmware is deodexed, if deodexed, then these files will not exist.
Removing Android system applications using SystemApp Remover
FAQ on removing built-in applications
1. Q: Where are the stock programs and how to remove them?
A: Stock (standard or factory) programs are located in / system/app.
You can open this directory using , Root Browser and similar ones, as well as Titanium Backup if you have ROOT rights and mount it in r/w. The order and names may differ (Titanium Backup displays program names instead of .apk files). Remember that it is not necessary to immediately delete the application; you can rename it or freeze it using the Titanium Backup program. In this case, the phone will not recognize the renamed file as an application, and you will be able to restore/unfreeze it if necessary.
2. Q: What programs can be removed?
A: Each user must decide for himself which system applications he does not need, then you need to see whether there may be consequences from deleting applications you do not need, if there are no consequences, then you can safely delete these applications. And if there are consequences, for example, some programs have dependencies, then you need to think about whether to remove them or not, for example, you don’t need Google maps and you will never use system and third party programs that use Google maps data, which means you can safely delete these maps.
3. Q: Where are the files left from deleted applications and do they need to be deleted?
A: Parts of programs may remain in data/data, data/dalvik-cache, (system/lib- it is advisable not to touch, because there are dependencies). File names do not always match the application name. Be careful. To find out the “internal” name of the program, you need to go to the folder where it is located, then short tap on apk file y - click view and view the manifest. After removal, it is advisable to do a Hard reset. If you do not plan to do a Hard reset after removing system programs, then you need to remove the “tails” from the specified partitions of the system, but I would not recommend doing this method of removal, it is difficult and you need to delve into the name of the programs. In the above sections, programs are usually called differently than in system/app, it is better to make it simpler, remove everything unnecessary from system/app and then do Hard reset. And that's all, after Hard reset if the program is not in system/app, she obviously won’t put her data in the section data. But unfortunately such simple cleaning will not affect system/lib. The "tails" will remain in this section. However, many people, even with the complex removal method indicated in the mini-fact, do not bother system/lib. Since this is a really dangerous folder, it is correctly written there that it is advisable not to touch it, lib There are almost none with an explicit name that can be deleted. Explicit name and association with remote programs from system/app, have only two, these are keyboard libraries.
Let me explain the “danger” of the folder system/lib, after removing some lib.so, if you reboot the phone or do a Hard reset, the system (android) will not boot. On the phone screen you will see a cyclic reboot (constant reboot). You can get out of this reboot either by re-flashing the phone, or by recovery mode using update.zip. This archive should contain a remote library and scripts with commands on where to place this library. That's the whole danger of the folder system/lib
4. Q: Is it possible to delete standard applications Google, will this affect the operation of the device?
A: Applications (Maps, Gmail, Gtalk, etc.) are possible. Services are undesirable, since if deleted, all Google services and applications will stop working, and permanent errors may appear on the device.
5. Q: Is it possible to remove standard Google applications (Navigation, Addresses, Street View) separately from the Maps application?
A: Street View (Street.apk) is possible, but the others are not, since they are part of the Maps application (Maps.apk).
6. Q: Is it necessary to delete the .odex files of the program along with the .apk files?
A: Yes. These files are part of the application of the same name.
7. Q: Where can I get the standard .apk file from any firmware?
A: Unpack the native firmware and pull out the necessary file.
8. Q: I removed the standard keyboard, after which SWYPE does not work. What to do?
A: Make SWYPE system. Video instructions for installing Russian Swype:
9. Q: I installed a third-party dialer and when a call is missed, 2 notifications appear in the notification panel: from the standard one and from the third-party one.
A: Solution: make a third-party dialer a system one (I did this through Titanium Backup, but I suspect that it’s easy enough to transfer the apk to the system folder).
10. Q: I can’t delete some Google applications; deleted from folder system/app, but they still work.
A: Perhaps these applications are located in the folder data/app and you need to remove them from there as well.
11. Q: How to restore system applications?
A: If you decide to restore a system program that you previously deleted (without backing it up), first find the necessary .apk(if necessary .odex) files (preferably from the firmware version installed on the device). Download the firmware, unzip it and extract the necessary files from the file system.rfs(in some firmware it may be called factoryfs.img and have a different extension). Through (or another file manager with root access) drop these files into the folder system/app and set permissions rw-r--r--;
How to change permissions:
1. Long tap on the apk of the application;
2. Click Permissions
Reboot your device. Once downloaded, this application should appear. Note: To install some applications (such as Google Play Market) you need to upload the apk and change permissions not only in system/app, but also in data/app.
12. Q: Is it possible to remove the stock launcher?
A: It is possible, but only if you have a stable third-party launcher, which it is advisable to make a system application. But please note that not all standard widgets can work on a third-party launcher.
13. Q: After deleting applications, gray shortcuts of deleted applications remain in the menu. How to remove them?
A: You should clear the launcher data through Settings ( Settings - Applications - Launcher - Clear data) or via Titanium Backup. Please note that as a result of this, all user desktop settings (widgets, etc.) will be lost.
14. Q: How to remove standard lockscreen?
A: Deleting it is very problematic (to do this you need to edit several system apk), and you can disable it via Settings - Lock Screen. Or via ShutdownApp ( service code *#7594#
; Please note that in this case the reboot menu will also disappear).
15. Q: How can I see running background processes?
A: Enable CPU Usage Data Layer ( Settings- Developer Options- Display CPU usage).
Description of stock Android programs. What can be deleted and what cannot.
AccountAndSyncSettings.apk-- NO. synchronization parameters, required application. This application is responsible not only for synchronizing contacts and calendar, but also everything else related to the account Google entry. Even if you don't sync anything, you shouldn't delete it.
AccuWeatherDaemonService.apk (AccuweatherDaemon.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. "Demon" in background automatically updates the weather on the lock screen and in the weather widget.
AccuweatherWidget.apk(4.x.x) ( AccuweatherWidget_Main.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. Weather informer from Samsung + widget for it.
AllShareCastWidget.apk (4.1.1) (AllshareMediaServer.apk (4.1.1); AllSharePlay.apk (4.1.1); AllshareService.apk(4.1.1)) -- YES. AllShare service (Distributes installed software and media content).
AnalogClock.apk (AnalogClockSimple.apk(4.1.1)) -- YES. Analog clock widget.
AngryGPS.apk -- ?, this is lbstestmode in some Samsung firmware. Opens with the code *#*#3214789650#*#* (quickly drains the battery).
ApplicationsProvider.apk-- NO. Required for installing and uninstalling programs.
audioTuning.apk-- Yes. The program lowers the sound volume after a while on Samsung (absolutely useless).
Aurora.apk-- YES. Live wallpaper.
AxT9IME.apk-- YES. Standard Samsung keyboard. It can be removed if you have a third-party keyboard (for example SWYPE or Smart Keyboard).
BackupRestoreConfirmation.apk(4.x.x) -- NO. System component for visualizing confirmation of backup or rollback to backup.
BadgeProvider.apk-- NO. The application is required for SMS and E-mail. Removal will lead to the crash of the programs responsible for the operation Email and text messages.
BestGroupPose.apk(4.1.1) -- NO. An additional library for the stock camera application for creating group photos (removing the component may cause the main application to malfunction).
BlueSea.apk - YES. Live wallpaper "Blue Sea".
BluetoothAvrcp.apk-- NO. The application is required to support Bluetooth profiles: AVRCP, HID, etc. control the player from a BT headset, stop, rewind, volume, etc.
BluetoothOpp.apk (Bluetooth.apk(4.x.x)) -- NO. This application organizes file transfer between devices. If deleted, you will lose the ability to send and receive files, as well as work with a Bluetooth headset.
BluetoothServices.apk (BrcmBluetoothServices.apk; BluetoothMap.apk(4.x.x)) -- NO. Basic Bluetooth service. Leave this file if you are going to use Bluetooth. Uninstallation will result in all Bluetooth applications not working.
BluetoothTestMode.apk (BluetoothTest.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. This apk is designed to test your Bluetooth, which is available through the service code *#*#197328640#*#*. Deletion is possible, but in some cases the system tests BT to determine the duration of the data transfer. After deletion, there may be problems when transferring files, attenuation when playing music through a BT headset, etc.
BroadcomMEMSService.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. The component is responsible for configuring and operating the Broadcom chip on some modifications of the SGSIII phone in which the GPS receiver chip is from the manufacturer of radio-electronic communication components of the same name.
Browser.apk (SecBrowser.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. a standard browser, an application responsible for viewing web pages. It can be removed if you have a third-party browser (Opera, Firefox or other browsers for Android), but in some cases it interferes with automatic APN configuration.
BuddiesNOw.apk (BuddiesNow.apk) -- YES. A widget that is part of the TouchWiz shell. If you don't use it, delete it.
Calendar.apk (SecCalendar.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. The "calendar" application in some firmwares.
CalendarProvider.apk (SecCalendarProvider.apk(4.x.x)) --YES. Synchronizes the calendar on your phone with your Google account, and is also responsible for notifications.
CallSetting.apk-- NO. Basic application, necessary to change call settings (call waiting, answer, etc.).
Camera.apk-- NO. this application is responsible for the camera. Delete only if there is an alternative.
CameraFirmware.apk-- NO. This is the macro program (ROM) of the camera itself. Without this program, Camera.apk becomes useless.
CapabilityManagerService.apk(4.x.x) -- NO. The Application Compatibility Manager apparently starts every time the device boots and checks the installed software for compatibility with the operating system.
ChatON_MARKET.apk(4.1.1) --YES. Social chat from Samsung.
CertInstaller.apk-- NO. installs certificates for applications. I believe that without it you will not be able to assign rights to programs and access certain files and directories. I guess there will be problems with Root too. In short, don't delete.
ChocoEUKor.apk--YES. Built-in system font.
Chrome.apk(4.1.1) --YES. Google Browser Chrome.
ChromeBookmarksSyncAdapter.apk(4.x.x) --YES. Synchronization of bookmarks of the built-in browser with the Google service.
ClipboardSaveService.apk(4.x.x) --YES. Additional menu with multi-clipboard text information.
ClockPackage.apk-- YES. Alarm, timer, world time and clock. If you do not use alternatives, it is advisable to leave them, because... Everything works stably and runs from one apk.
CloudAgent.apk(4.1.1) -- YES. Service component of a cloud application (connected to the work of DropBox and the Samsung cloud).
Contacts.apk-- NO. Responsible for managing contacts (contacts, groups, call history, etc.). If deleted, you will have to dial the number manually each time.
ContactsProvider.apk-- NO. Gives third-party applications the ability to access your contacts on the device.
CoolEUKor.apk-- YES. Built-in system font.
CSC.apk-- NO. If deleted, it will violate CSC. Theoretically, it can be deleted after the first successful boot, but if you ever have to do an XP (factory reset), the phone may not boot.
DataCreate.apk-- NO. Apparently this utility artificially generates traffic to determine bandwidth between data transfer devices.
Days.apk-- YES. Daily tasks widget.
DeepSea.apk(4.1.1) -- YES. Live wallpaper "Deep Sea".
DefaultContainerService.apk-- NO. Unpacks applications for installation
DeskClock.apk- Yes. Standard Clock application (alarm clock).
DialertabActivity.apk-- NO. Dialer. Even if all your contacts are already saved, you will not be able to make a call without this application.
DigitalClock.apk-- YES. Digital clock widget.
Divx.apk-- YES. This is some kind of licensing information for the video player. I don't watch movies on my phone very often, but after deleting this file, there were no problems with playback. If you removed it and something stopped working, please let me know in the comments.
Dlna.apk-- NO. allshare service. May affect the operation of the BT.
DownloadProvider.apk (SecDownloadProvider.apk(4.x.x)) -- NO. Provides downloading files manually and from the Market.
DownloadProviderUi.apk (SecDownloadProviderUi.apk(4.x.x)) --Yes. The application shell for downloading from the stock browser.
DrmProvider.apk-- NO. You can delete it. This will make it impossible to play DRM protected files such as ringtones and message sounds. I think that if you don't have to play protected files, then in principle you can remove it. However, please note that you will no longer be able to play any DRM-protected file. This apk takes up a lot of memory and always runs in the background. This is one of the “badest” apk files, which does not provide any functionality, but simply protects standard Samsung sounds from editing and copying. User experience (two posts).
DrmUA.apk-- NO. see above.
Dropbox.apk(4.1.1) (DropboxOOBE.apk (4.1.1)) --Yes. Dropbox is a data storage service.
DSMForwarding.apk--Yes. Notification about SIM change.
DSMLawmo.apk--Yes. Lawmo is a Lock and Wipe Management Object, i.e. Remote device locking and erasing information via Samsung Dive.
DualClock.apk--Yes. "Double clock" widget. If you don't use it, feel free to delete it.
EdmVpnServices.apk--Yes. Judging by the name, it clearly belongs to a VPN service.
Email.apk-- YES. POP/IMAP mail client. If not needed, delete. Gmail operation is not affected.
EmailWidget.apk-- YES. Mail widget.
Encrypt.apk-- YES. Encryption of the memory card (device) so that it cannot be read on another device.
EnhancedGoogleSearchProvider.apk-- YES. Allows you to call up the search window by pressing the “Menu” button. I usually don't delete it.
Exchange.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. MS Exchange client. If used corporate mail and the scheduler cannot be deleted.
FaceLock.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. Function to detect your face for screen locker.
FactoryTest.apk-- YES. Phone test (*#0*#). You can safely delete it. If you have ever run autostarts, you will understand how many resources this apk consumes during certain actions. After removal, the device does not respond to any service code!!! Attention! There have been cases when, after removal this file The Radio application did not work correctly.
FMRadio.apk-- YES. FM radio player.
fotaclient.apk-- YES. Over the air update.
FTC.apk-- YES. Controls the operation of wi-fi to connect to the network.
FTM.apk (FTS.apk) -- YES. Sharing Manager - If you are not going to use your phone as an access point or modem, you can remove it.
Gallery3D.apk-- YES. When you delete it, the gallery itself is deleted and the ability to use the standard video player in Explorer in the “open with” menu. Significantly consumes the battery. If deleted, you will not be able to quickly access the photos if there is no alternative. To replace it, I would recommend QuickPic, it gets the job done, is faster and does not take up as much memory (however, it is not as beautiful as Gallery 3D). After removal, there may be problems with installing standard wallpaper on the lock screen and desktop.
GameHub.apk-- YES.
Geniewidget.apk-- YES. Widget - weather and news, deleted without consequences.
GlobalSearch.apk-- YES. This search service phone. The EnhancedGoogleSearchProvider works through it.
Gmail.apk-- YES. It can be deleted if you do not use Google mail, but deletion will usually result in a violation of the Talk.apk application. Can be reinstalled from the Market.
GmailProvider.apk-- YES. see Gmail.
GmsCore.apk-- YES. Services Google Play.
GoogleApps.apk--NO. Google Apps Core File Required for Android Market.
GoogleBackupTransport.apk--YES. Saving settings and everything else on Google servers. This is also used by some applications (backup and resto).
GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk--YES. Sync your calendar with Google account. Can be deleted if there is no need to synchronize the calendar.
GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk--YES. Sync contacts with Google account. A very useful feature. Can be deleted if there is no need to synchronize contacts.
GoogleCheckin.apk-- NO. Market Checking Service.
GoogleFeedback.apk--YES. Service feedback with users - deletion is possible if used third party applications or this functionality is not needed.
GoogleLoginService.apk(4.x.x) -- NO. Synchronization settings, required application. This application is responsible not only for synchronizing contacts and calendar, but also everything else associated with your Google account. Even if you don't sync anything, you shouldn't delete it.
GooglePartnerSetup.apk-- YES. Google's social crap.
GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk (GoogleSearch.apk) -- YES. Google search widget.
GoogleServicesFramework.apk-- NO. Provides Google services.
GoogleSettingsProvider.apk-- NO. Google Settings.
GoogleSubscribedFeedsProvider.apk
-- NO. Required for Android Market. Synchronization of updates is possible.
GpsSetup2.apk-- NO. Responsible for GPS settings.
gtalkservice.apk-- NO. Deletion will result in the Market becoming unusable. You can delete GTalk.
GoogleTTS.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. Voice engine from Google.
HelvNeueLT.apk-- YES. System font.
HTMLViewer.apk-- YES. Responsible for viewing HTML files and help for some applications. Removing it may cause Opera Mini to not work.
HwCodec.apk - ?. Codecs for playback?
InfoAlarm.apk-- YES. Daily briefing widget. If not needed, delete.
InputEventApp.apk-- NO.
JobManager.apk-- NO. Task Manager.
KeyChain.apk(4.x.x) -- NO. Apparently this is a demon associated with the operation of certificates and security keys.
Kies.apk (KiesAir.apk; kieswifi.apk) -- YES.
Kobo.apk-- YES. Magazines.
Layar-samsung.apk-- YES. Layar augmented reality browser. It looks impressive in reviews, but I have never used it in reality.
LbsTestMode.apk-- YES. GPS testing mode. Launched via code *#*#197328640#*#*.
lcdtest.apk-- YES. Removing it will cause the display to stop turning off while locked. This can be fixed by installing individual parts, but it is better to leave it and forget about it.
LGSetupWizard.apk-- NO. Automatic setup Internet, mms, etc. at LG.
LiveWallpapers.apk-- YES. Live wallpaper.
LiveWallpapersPicker.apk-- YES. Selection of live wallpapers.
LogsProvider.apk-- NO. Many programs will stop responding and forcefully close.
MagicSmokeWallpapers.apk-- YES. Live wallpaper "Smoke".
Maps.apk (GMS_Maps.apk(4.x.x)) -- YES. apk file Google Maps. If you don't use it, you can delete it. Although it is quite a useful thing, because it supports GPS.
MarketUpdater.apk-- YES. Automatic update Market itself. If not needed, you can delete it.
MediaProvider.apk-- NO. Required to access media files and ringtones.
MediaUploader.apk-- YES. Responsible for uploading images to picassa (or facebook as a rule). You can delete it if not needed.
Memo.apk-- YES. Once deleted, you will not be able to create notes.
MiniDiary.apk-- YES. Mini notes.
minimode-res.apk(4.x.x) -- NO. One of the components of the MiniApps package.
Mms.apk-- YES. SMS and mms service. Can be replaced with an alternative. However, some alternative applications, for example Pansi, cannot receive mms messages without mms.apk, but it does accept SMS. But HandcetSMS does this without problems with the mms.apk removed.
MobilePrint.apk-- YES. Remote printing of documents.
MobileTrackerEngineTwo.apk-- YES. This application allows you to enable tracking of your phone's movements. This feature is designed to help you return your phone in case of theft. The service is constantly hanging in the memory and consumes the battery well.
MobileTrackerUI.apk-- YES. See above.
MotionSettings.apk-- YES. Refers to the settings menu, menu item "Movements".
MtpApplication.apk-- YES. With absence of this application The phone does not connect to the computer as a storage device.
MusicFX.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. DSP audio processor control.
MusicPlayer.apk-- YES. This music player. Can be replaced with another, more functional one. I would even advise you to remove it, because... When using several audio players, unstable operation of both is possible, as well as simultaneous playback of different songs via BT. When deleting on HTC, there may be problems with choosing a melody for the alarm.
MyFiles.apk-- YES. Standard file browser from Samsung. It can be replaced with a more functional one, but it is suitable for everyday use.
NetworkLocation.apk-- YES. Semi-accurate GPS simulation. The program uses the cell (sector on the BS) on which the phone is located to determine the location without using GPS receiver, thereby saving battery consumption. If deleted, you will need to enter information about your location manually in programs such as weather forecasts, etc., or turn on the GPS receiver.
oem_install_flash_player.apk-- YES. Flash player, if we don’t use it, we delete it.
OtaProvisioningService.apk-- YES. This application can be deleted if you do not use over-the-air updates. On Samsung phones can be used to update programs from SamsungAppStore. On HTC it is better not to delete it, because... The manufacturer practices software updates using this method.
PackageInstaller.apk-- NO. Provides installation of applications.
PanningTryActually.apk-- NO. Panning for photo/video camera.
PCSync.apk-- Yes. An application from the manufacturer for synchronization with the BB in some devices.
PCWClientS.apk-- NO. Stopping the investigation of the causes of system process failures.
Personalization.apk-- NO. Personalization of settings.
Phone.apk-- NO. An application responsible for the telephone part. After deletion, you cannot dial a number, view calls, etc.
Phone_Util.apk-- NO.
PhoneCrashNotifier.apk-- NO.
PhoneErrService.apk-- NO.
Phonesky.apk(4.x.x) -- Yes. Google Play Market. On some devices it can be deleted from the system, since it is also located in the data/app folder and works normally. But it should be noted that when removing it from system folder After XP there will be no market on the device.
PicoTts.apk-- YES. This is part of a text-to-speech (not speech-to-text) program. An application for people who are visually impaired. Also part of Google GPS that can dictate "turn right" or "turn left". Does not affect navigation functionality. After removal, it is advisable to also get rid of TtsService.apk. When deleting, you must disable "Driving Mode" in the settings.
PlusOne.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. Social service from Google.
Preconfig.apk-- NO. Samsung module for changing country CSC code.
PressReader.apk-- YES. News reader.
Protips.apk-- YES. Widget "help in using android"
ReadersHub.apk(4.x.x) -- YES.
RoseEUKor.apk(4.x.x) -- YES. System font.
SamsungApps.apk-- YES. Samsung apps. If you delete, you can usually delete signin.apk. Deleting it may affect music synchronization via Kies, but you will be able to update the firmware. After removal, widgets Samsung and touchwiz remain operational.
SamsungAppsUNAService.apk- Yes, in case of uninstalling SamsungApps.
Samsungservice.apk-- YES. Synchronization with Samsung service.
SamsungTTS.apk(4.x.x) --YES. Voice engine from Samsung.
SamsungWidget_CalendarClock.apk-- YES. Calendar clock widget.
SamsungWidget_FeedAndUpdate.apk-- YES. Feeds and Updates widget.
SamsungWidget_StockClock.apk-- YES. Another Stock clock widget.
SamsungWidget_WeatherClock.apk-- YES. Weather clock widget.
ScreenCaptureService.apk (ScreenCapture.apk) -- Yes. Application for taking screenshots.
SecurityProvider.apk-- NO. Encryption of the connection.
SelfTestMode.apk-- YES. Self-diagnosis of the device when loading.
SerialNumberLabelIndicator.apk
-- NO. It seems to be related to the IMEI definition.
serviceModeApp.apk-- NO. The application is necessary to process service codes and tasks.
Settings.apk-- NO. Phone settings menu.
SettingsProvider.apk-- NO. Receives and applies settings received in a text or service message. It's better to leave it, because... some wrote about programs “crashing” after removal.
SetupWizard.apk-- YES. Theoretically, it can be deleted after the first successful boot, but difficulties may arise after XP.
shutdown.apk-- NO. Informs when the battery is low.
signin.apk-- YES. Account Samsung. Necessary for tracking device coordinates.
SisoDrmProvider.apk-- NO. Required for DRM to work. If you do without DRMUA and DRMService, perhaps this file can be deleted. I couldn't beat him on my phone.
SnsAccount.apk-- YES. Synchronizes posts from facebook and twitter.
SnsProvider.apk (SnsDisclaimer.apk; SnsImageCache.apk) -- YES. See above.
SocialHub.apk (SocialHubWidget.apk) --YES. Social media.
SoundPlayer.apk-- YES. Do not confuse with MusicPlayer.apk. This application plays sounds and ringtones. It can be removed, but you will have some minor limitations as it is slightly faster and more fit for purpose than MusicPlayer or a third party player. I advise you to leave it.
SpeechRecorder.apk-- NO. Records speech samples for speech recognition testing. Voice control uses it.
Stk.apk-- NO. An application to display the operator's menu, which usually offers horoscopes, news, jokes, music, etc. for money. If not needed, delete. When disconnected in the same session, all sim cards, gprs may not work until you reboot the device, after which everything works again. It is advisable to leave it, because After XP, problems may arise with auto-configuring APN and MMS.
Street.apk-- YES. Street View for Google Maps. Deletion will not affect Google work Maps, you simply won’t be able to see street photos.
Swype.apk-- YES. Swype keyboard, an excellent alternative to the Samsung keyboard. It does its job well, predicts the text, but is not intuitive for beginners.
syncmldm.apk-- YES. Updating the device program.
syncmlds.apk-- YES. Synchronization settings, which are accessible from the menu. If you don't need them, you can delete them.
SystemUI.apk-- NO. Android user interface - User interface (everything related to the formation of the desktop, curtains and status bar, etc.).
Talk.apk-- YES. Google Talk. There has been some controversy regarding the dependencies of this application. It was about the fact that when Google removal Talk Gmail or Market stopped working, many said that this was not the case. So be careful here.
talkback.apk-- YES. Special facilities for people with disabilities.
TalkProvider.apk-- YES. See above.
TelephonyProvider.apk-- NO. Used to store SMS, contacts and calls.
thinkdroid.apk-- YES. Program for working with documents microsoft office. Deletion will result in the loss of the ability to open .doc, .xls and .pps files.
TouchWiz30Launcher.apk (SecLauncher2.apk(4.x.x)) -- NO. Even if you are using a third-party desktop environment such as Zeam or LauncherPro, uninstalling TouchWiz is highly not recommended. In the case of XP, you may lose the functionality of the phone.
TouchWizCalculator.apk-- YES. Calculator app, good and functional application, although there are alternatives.
TouchWizCalendar.apk-- YES. Calendar.
TouchWizCalendarProvider.apk-- NO. Keeps the Calendar app in sync with the time, date, and phone settings.
TtsService.apk-- YES. See PicoTts.apk
TwWallpaperChooser.apk-- YES. Allows you to select wallpaper. If you have a standard gallery or QuickPic, you can set wallpaper through them. However, you will not be able to select the wallpapers that are inside this apk.
UNAService.apk-- YES. Samsung Social Hub app.
UserDictionaryProvider.apk-- NO. Custom dictionary to predict words when typing. All previously unknown words, names, nicknames, etc. are added here. Theoretically, you can delete it if standard keyboard need not. Without this program standard Android keyboard does not work, and general failures are also possible!
Vending.apk-- NO. Part of the Android Market. In fact, this is the Market.
VideoEditor.apk-- YES. Video editor.
VideoPlayer.apk-- YES. Video player. At your discretion.
VoiceDialer.apk-- YES. Allows you to carry out speed dial voice. You dictate the name, and the phone dials the number itself. This does not always work and only when the Internet is turned on. As far as I understand, the program sends a request to the Google server for the processed voice request, and Google returns the finished word. Remove if you don't use it.
VoiceRecorder.apk-- YES. Allows you to record voice. Although the quality is not great, it is quite sufficient for voice notes.
VoiceSearch.apk- --Yes. Google voice search.
VpnServices.apk-- YES. VPN for Android. If you don't need it, you can delete it.
WapService.apk - ? Responsible for the operation of WAP(?)
wipereceiver.apk-- YES. Do you remember mobile tracker? This application is for erasing information from your phone remotely if it is stolen.
WlanTest.apk-- YES. Testing wireless access settings is available through the same test menu. Required for OTA updates.
WriteandGo.apk-- YES. Write and Go app on Samsung phones.
wssomacp.apk-- NO. Required for SMS to work.
wssyncmlnps.apk-- YES. Over The Air Programming. This is necessary so that your provider can, if necessary, send you or change settings via service messages. (not used by us). Can be deleted. Option 2: Sync with Samsung Kies.
YouTube.apk-- YES. Because the platform has limitations on Flash playback, this application allows you to get full access to youtube, instead of using it through a browser. You can delete it if you don’t watch videos online.
Zinio.apk-- YES. Online magazines.
Hi all! Alexander Glebov is in touch, in this article I will talk about which built-in Android system applications can be removed and how to remove system applications on Android and clean it of garbage. It often happens that the internal memory of the phone is running out, and you need to clean it somehow, but you have all the applications you need, but there is a lot of junk like: Google Books, Google Music, Google Play Press, etc. The question is, why do we need these applications?
Which built-in android system applications can be removed - warnings
First of all, I want to warn you, deletion system applications can break your phone and it will not turn on, remove at your own peril and risk.
Prerequisites
It just so happened that without root You won’t be able to uninstall system apps, there’s nothing you can do about it. How to get root rights on android for Sony smartphones xperia can be read on my blog, . But perhaps the article will help you even if you have a phone from another company.
The procedure is as follows:
I will show you how to remove system apps on Android on your phone. I have Sony Xperia ZR, so if you have the same one, you will have an easier time. So, let's begin.
YouTube karaoke module
- Google Lyrics Module
- Wikipedia module
- YouTube module
-POBox Touch
- SkinSelector
- Standard
- Xperia Calendar Sync
- Xperia Social Engine photos
- Xperia from Facebook
- com.sonymobile.faceregistration
- Other applications can be found in the screenshots:
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The result will be about 35 applications, maybe more. After all, you can delete something else that you think is not necessary. Once selected, click the “Delete” button. After clicking, you may need to grant super user rights again, and an information message will appear that there are selected applications that you do not want to remove. Click "Yes".
After removing the programs, reboot the phone. And we move on to the second stage. Cleaning Android from garbage that remains after removing system applications:
As a result of these simple steps, I freed up about 600 MB. internal memory. A very good result, especially when every megabyte matters free space. As always, ask your questions in the comments. I hope the article was useful.
Best regards, Alexander Glebov.
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Each user of a device on a “green robot” should know how to delete in Android unnecessary programs . After all, they not only clog up the memory of your phone or tablet, but often also “eat up” battery energy and “steal” speed. As a result, the equipment may freeze, which will probably soon begin to irritate the owner of the phone or tablet computer. And the user may even suspect that it is necessary, without realizing the true reason for the freezes. In addition, these unnecessary programs can be “registered” in the cache. And this again affects the operation of the device. Therefore, you should get rid of such rubbish.
How to remove a program from Android
The whole process is crazy simple. Having completed the removal procedure just once, you will certainly be able to clean your phone/tablet of accumulated programs on your own in the future without any tips or instructions. In the meantime, here's a short plan of action. Follow all the points in order - and everything will work out.
1. Find “Settings” on your device. Press.
2. Now in the settings, find “Application Manager”. Click again and go into it.
3. Have you decided that you will delete it from Android? Search for this program by name. Found it? Then you are ready for the next step.
4. Select the application you need (but no longer need) and click on it. You will be prompted to “force stop”, “clear cache” and “delete”. You understand what you need to press, because your goal is to get rid of “junk” that you do not use and takes up space. Click "Delete". In a word, the actions are similar to those required when removing them.
5. As always, a warning will pop up that the program will be removed and whether you are sure of your actions. You, of course, confirm that you do not need the application, so “delete, Andryusha, delete.” Agree by clicking “Yes”.
6. That's it. The application has permanently left your device.
On some devices, you can simply delete by dragging it into the virtual trash can. However, this way not always all the “tails” are cleaned up. Sometimes a trace remains somewhere in the very depths, it takes up space and slows down processes.
Therefore, if you cannot decide how to remove unnecessary programs correctly on Android so that not a trace remains, then choose the first method through the “Application Manager”. It turns out safer and cleaner.
What cannot be deleted from Android
Even if you think that this program you don’t need it, but it is system/utility/was there initially, you can’t touch it. This can lead to the "death" of Android. Even if you have never run it and have no idea why it was installed at all, this does not mean that it should be removed. In addition, many Android devices that are still under warranty service lose their entire warranty after removing such “built-in” programs. As soon as you receive root rights necessary to remove such programs, manufacturers “wash their hands”, refusing you further free warranty repairs and maintenance. You will pay for all further “jambs” yourself.
So, remove only what you yourself installed, which is extraneous, so to speak.
The era of unprecedented flowering of computer technology sets the pace of life. And now a person of the 21st century cannot imagine his existence without a smartphone, tablet and other such useful and irreplaceable devices. Sooner or later the owner fashion gadget a question arises that worries hundreds of users of one of the most popular operating systems Android how to remove unnecessary applications. Sometimes such a seemingly simple task can become a serious problem. This article will tell you how to delete an application on Android, while saving your time and nerves.
How to delete an application on Android
Very often, while using a device, owners discover that the device’s memory is littered with a large number of unused applications. This inevitably leads to clogging random access memory, increased energy consumption, and simply simple chaos in files and inconvenience of use due to a clutter of “extra” icons. If you want to get rid of an application that you installed yourself, then this will not be difficult. There are several options:1. The “for dummies” method.
For those new to using Android devices, the easy way is the way to go. You need to open the “Menu” / “Settings” / “Applications” tabs (the latter may also be called “Application Manager”, “Application Management”). Select the application you want to remove and click the appropriate button.
Attention: when using this method, the inconvenience is that all applications are presented in the list, including system ones. If there is no “Delete” button on the screen, then most likely the selected application is standard, and the algorithm for working with it is somewhat different. (Read below for information on how to remove standard Android applications.)
2.Usage special programs
Programs such as or allow you to quickly and easily remove applications that were installed on Android user. They are more convenient because they do not include standard applications in the list.
3.Usage file manager.
The menu of file managers usually contains a tool with which you can delete installed applications. For example, suitable for this purpose, etc.
4. Via Google Play Market.
You need to launch the Market application. Downloaded programs can be seen in the “My Applications” tab. The delete function is also available there.
How to remove standard Android applications
If in most cases there are no problems with deleting user applications, then the answer to the question about Android how to delete system applications has its own nuances.Be prepared for the fact that you will need access to the folder with system files. (Note: obtaining Superuser rights is possible using various special programs, for example, Kingo Android ROOT or Unlock Root). If you have them, you can clean your Android device of unnecessary applications without extra effort.
So, let's look at 2 ways below on how to remove pre-installed applications android:
1. Using a file manager that supports displaying hidden system files. One of the most popular is. After installing it, you just need to enter the /system folder, find the required application in the /app subfolder and delete it. (Please note: many applications have not only an .apk file, but also an .odex file. In this case, you need to delete both of them).
2. Using special programs such as or. You must install the program on your device and follow the instructions.
Attention: It should be noted that experts do not advise deleting system applications forever, but resorting to “freezing” them. This can be done in standard “Settings”. Select the “Applications” tab, then click on the required program icon and “Disable”. Thanks to these actions, the application will not appear on the device, but it can be activated at any time.
If you didn’t know how to remove Android system applications, or thought it was impossible, - this information will suggest the main ways to solve this problem.
Working with the phone
Installing applications
Can be installed additional programs For
phone. Programs must be compatible with
phone, which means compatibility with the system
Windows Mobile versions 6.1.
Installing the application
Download the program to your computer.
If the program file is in a compressed format,
For example
First, extract the file from the archive.
Read the installation instructions or documentation,
supplied with the program. Many programs
There are special installation instructions.
Connect your phone to your computer (preferably with
using the USB cable that comes with
telephone).
Double-click on the program file (usually in
format
). If the program is in the format
Copy
file to the device and click on the file in the device to
start of installation.
Uninstalling apps
Installed programs can be removed. Programs, with
which the phone was supplied with cannot be removed.
Uninstalling an application
Touch
Settings
>tab
Removal
programs
Programs in memory
select the program you want
need to delete and tap
Touch
If a confirmation request appears
again, touch
Energy Saving
Some features and applications consume a lot
energy. You can save battery power by closing
applications running in the background and disabled
unnecessary functions. Backlight, data transmission,
animation and some obsolete types of SIM cards
also consume a lot of energy.
Turning off the backlight
From the main menu select
Settings
>tab
Backlight
Uncheck
Turn on backlight
Decrease brightness
From the main menu, tap
Settings
>tab
Power supply
>tab
Backlight
Decrease the brightness using the control.
Using Auto Shutdown
From the main menu, tap
Settings
>tab
Power supply
>tab
Additionally
Check the boxes and reduce the time until shutdown
various functions.
Ending connections
From the main menu, tap
Settings
>tab
Connections
Connection Manager
Terminate unnecessary connections.
Functions Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, direct delivery (Microsoft Direct
Push) and data connections consume
a lot of electricity.
Important information
Additional tips for
safe and effective
using the phone
For optimal performance, use
product Sony Ericsson at temperatures from -10°C to +45°C.
Working with the phone
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