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Motorola bloatware: what you can remove.
Poda knows 175 apps made by Motorola: 94 can be removed risk-free, 52 are services you may not use, 17 are for experts only and 12 are essential and never touched. All without root and fully reversible.
Safe to remove (94)
Ads, telemetry, duplicates and filler apps. Removing them doesn't break anything. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.motorola.actions.overlayUseless overlay config default to Moto Actions (com.motorola.actions)com.motorola.aiservicesMoto AI Services Service to supply artificial intelligence models to Motorola appscom.motorola.android.coresettingsext.overlay.doubletapDouble tap to put display to sleepcom.motorola.android.fmradioFMRadioService Required by "com.motorola.fmplayer"com.motorola.android.jvtcmdJava Tcmd Helper tcmd = commands types. Seems to be a tools which help find Java commands types. Useless for normal user.com.motorola.android.nativedropboxagentNative DropBox Agent. It is not related to Cloud Dropbox company but to Android logging. It is used during development.com.motorola.android.overlay.crystaltalkaiEnable crystal talk AI settings? I've never seen that.com.motorola.android.providers.chromehomepageSeems to provide the "Home"-button functionality in Chrome.com.motorola.android.settings.diag_mdlogDiag_mdlog is a small proprietary Qualcomm program which can store DIAG logs on the filesystem. No longer in Android 10 imagecom.motorola.android.settings.modemdebugProvide modem debug settings menu ? No longer in Android 10 imagecom.motorola.android.systemui.overlay.sprintNeeded for Moto Stats WiFi, it's useless.com.motorola.android.systemui.overlay.tmoNeeded for Moto Stats WiFi, it's useless.com.motorola.android.systemui.overlay.uscNeeded for Moto Stats WiFi, it's useless.com.motorola.android.systemui.overlay.vzwNeeded for Moto Stats WiFi, it's useless.com.motorola.appdirectedsmsproxyAn Application directed SMS (or rather a Port directed SMS) is an SMS directed to a specific port. Apps need to listen to this port to get the SMS message. I d…com.motorola.appforecastPerformance Storage cleanup, RAM boost probably useless.com.motorola.bach.modemstatsModemStatsService Statistics and events logs from the modem activity.com.motorola.brappsMotorola App Box — Offers you a selection of applications developed by Brazilians and also apps selected for you.com.motorola.bug2goBugs reporting app that sends info about crash report.com.motorola.callredirectionserviceAdded in Android 10. Provide support for call redirection/cancellation if your Carrier supports it — when someone call. Seecom.motorola.ccc.devicemanagementMobile Device Management (MDM) allows company’s IT department to reach inside your phone in the background, allowing them to ensure your device is secure, know…com.motorola.ccc.mainplmplm = Product Lifecycle Management ? No noticeable consequences after removalcom.motorola.ccc.notificationMotorola Notifications — If you opt-in, it sends periodic product-related information, including notifications on software updates, tips & tricks, survey and i…com.motorola.comcast.settings.extensionsMost likely provides a special settings menu for Comcast stuff. I think it's installed on Xfinity branded phones. Safe to remove (tested only on non-Comcast ph…com.motorola.comcastextSee above. Provides special (useless) features from Comcast? App title is "Activation". Safe to remove (tested only on non-Comcast phone).com.motorola.config.wifiAppears safe to remove. WPA config App Wi-Fi not affected after removal.com.motorola.contacts.preloadcontactsPreloaded Contacts Provides contacts preset by carriers.com.motorola.contacts.preloadcontacts.overlay.vzwUseless icon to Verizon Wireless app.com.motorola.dciserviceIt's IMS Signal tests probably. Used for statistics. Code 3243.com.motorola.demoMoto Demo Mode Enable retail demonstration mode.com.motorola.demo.envNeeded for Moto Demo Mode env = environmentcom.motorola.discoveryMoto Discovery Bubble Hint and suggestions. Useless.com.motorola.dynamicvolumeAdaptive volume It's for controlling the individual volume for multiple apps.com.motorola.easyprefixMotorola Easy Prefix — Auto add CSP (Service Provider code) prefix to your phone when you're abroad. This seems to not work correctly and it's generally not a …com.motorola.emailMotorola Easy Prefix — Auto add CSP (Service Provider code) prefix to your phone when you're abroad. This seems to not work correctly and it's generally not a …com.motorola.enterprise.adapter.serviceMoto Thinkshield Additional security frameworks.com.motorola.enterprise.serviceMoto Thinkshield Additional security.com.motorola.fmplayerFM Radio — Radio appcom.motorola.frameworks.singlehandProvide the Single/One hand mode I don't know why frameworks appears in the package name because it's not only the framework.com.motorola.gamemodeMoto Gametime. Allows the user to block calls, quick screenshots, float social apps, etc when playing a game.com.motorola.genieDevice Help (previously Moto Help) — An app that checks hardware status and gives the user contacts for support.com.motorola.gestureGesture navigation tutorial added in Android 10.com.motorola.handwritingcalculatorHandwriting calculator it's not needed.com.motorola.helpMoto feedback — Lets you rate your device and share feedback with Motorola.com.motorola.help.extlogMoto Feedback Assistant This app only collects logs.com.motorola.hiddenmenuappAdded in Android 10. Safe to remove.com.motorola.invisiblenetInvisible net App for Alias ID, Shortcut Installer(Most of the apps I have seen are Chinese apps). It's some kind of a stub application launcher, if you open a…com.motorola.iqimotmetricsHidden privacy policy: network diagnostics data.com.motorola.leanbacklauncherMoto Experience Hub Most people hate this app.com.motorola.lifetimedataIt's most likely the Total Call Timer or more generally it handles info like the date of manufacture of your device, usage time since first boot etc... Total C…com.motorola.livewallpaper3Moto interactive wallpapers Responds to your actions to bring your screen to life.com.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.chroma_plumeMotorola Prebuilt themes Chroma Plumecom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.cool_bambooMotorola Prebuilt themes Cool Bamboocom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.lovely_peachMotorola Prebuilt themes Lovely Peachcom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.mysterious_amberMotorola Prebuilt themes Mysterious Ambercom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.romantic_wisteriaMotorola Prebuilt themes Romantic Wisteriacom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.titanMotorola Prebuilt themes Cosmic journeycom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.tranquil_whaleMotorola Prebuilt themes Tranquil Whalecom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.twilight_twistMotorola Prebuilt themes Twilight twistcom.motorola.livewallpaper3.prebuilt.vibrant_saplingMotorola Prebuilt themes Vibrant Saplingcom.motorola.mobiledesktopReady For Connect to a PC to stream mobile apps and other things.com.motorola.mobiledesktop.coreNeeded for Ready For (com.motorola.mobiledesktop) Connect to a PC to stream mobile apps and other things. DISABLE this app instead of Uninstall, because of ano…com.motorola.motcameradesktopCamera Desktop Settings Moto Webcam, video call effects.com.motorola.motoMoto — App providing Moto Actions, Moto Display, and other feature families that let you customize the way you interact with your device. Moto Actions is anoth…com.motorola.motocareMoto Care was renamed in "Moto Help" and then in "Device Help" Provide support features. However you can both have com.motorola.genie (Device Help) and this pa…com.motorola.motocare.internalCore stuff for the package above I guess.com.motorola.motocitCQATest CQA = Custom Quality Assurance Hidden menu (accessible by typing *#*#2486#*#* in the Moto Dialer) which lets you run hardware tests.com.motorola.motodisplayMoto Display — Displays notifications with the screen off (like the Always On Display feature from other OEMs)com.motorola.motofpstouchMoto Power Touch. Allows the user to create custom actions depending on how the user presses the power button.com.motorola.mototourMoto Tour Helps you how to use motorola phone.com.motorola.nfwlocationattributionUseless Carrier Location Access. You can find it in settings location but it's not very useful.com.motorola.omadm.serviceAppears safe to remove. Carrier Provisioning Service Provisioning involves the process of preparing and equipping a network to allow it to provide new services…com.motorola.overlay.launcher3Useless overlay config default to Launcher3 default launcher Moto (com.motorola.launcher3)com.motorola.paksADB: Package Protected. My Q Paks Third-party application bundlescom.motorola.paks.notificationNotifications from (com.motorola.paks)com.motorola.pgmsystem2Appears safe to remove PGM System I didn't find info about this package. For Me PGM = Peak Gate Power (for MOSFET transistor) but I'm not convinced it has this…com.motorola.programmenuProgramming Menu Hidden menu (accessible by typing ##7764726 in the dialer) providing additionnal features for developers.com.motorola.ptt.pripPrip — Push-To-Talk app. Allows to you send calls over any wireless carrier’s 3G or 4G networks or a WiFi connection. It offers unlimited calling between other…com.motorola.revoker.servicesIt's another component of setup wizard only used on first-boot setup.com.motorola.safetycenter.resources.overlayUseless overlay to com.google.android.safetycenter.resources Network protection, ThinkShield.com.motorola.securityhubMoto Secure Unnecessary tools to keep device secure.com.motorola.setup.overlay.amxUseless component of (com.motorola.setup)com.motorola.setup.overlay.gabuttonrighttopUseless component of (com.motorola.setup)com.motorola.setup.overlay.paiUseless component of (com.motorola.setup)com.motorola.setup.overlay.tracfoneUseless component of (com.motorola.setup)com.motorola.slpc_sysMotorola Slpc System Would be weird if it's not related to Motorola Modality Services — Helps your Motorola phone respond more intelligently to motion, phone o…com.motorola.spacesFamily Space Limits time spending on app for kids.com.motorola.spectrum.setup.extensionsSpectrum Setup Spectrum connectivity services. Useless and it's only setup.com.motorola.systemserverMoto Service Experience, debugging app. Keep this package for consistent Moto Fast Flashlight Gesture Functionality.com.motorola.systemui.deskDesktopSystemUI it's for desktop maybe when connect to screen phone.com.motorola.timeweatherwidgetProvides time/weather widget on the home screen.com.motorola.VirtualUiccPaymentVirtual UICC Payment SIM Card Payment also NFC. Only useful in China by hidden image files. UICC stands for Universal Integrated Circuit Card. It is the physic…com.motorola.vzw.pco.extensions.pcoreceiverpcoreceiver VZW Carrier sim(Verizon). It's only for notifications. You can remove that if you don't use Verizon wireless or anything like that.com.motorola.wifi.motowifimetricsUseless Wi-Fi daily stats.
Advanced (52)
Services that work but many people never use. You might miss something. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.motorola.actionsMoto Actions — Allows you to perform specific gestures to perform certain tasks. Frontend to change settings provided by "com.motorola.moto". Removing this bre…com.motorola.android.launcher.overlay.motolauncheroverlaynaThis package is part of Motorola's custom launcher overlay, specifically tailored for their devices.com.motorola.android.launcher.overlay.retail.globalThis package is part of Motorola's custom launcher overlay designed for retail or global versions of their devices.com.motorola.android.networkstack.tethering.overlay.motCommonThis package is part of Motorola's custom overlay for the network stack, specifically related to tethering and hotspot functionalities.com.motorola.android.overlay.lpptogaThis package is part of Motorola's custom overlay and is likely associated with specific visual or functional enhancements tailored for Motorola devices.com.motorola.android.overlay.qcom.commonThis package is part of Motorola’s custom overlay and is associated with Qualcomm (Qcom) related functionality or optimizations.com.motorola.android.providers.settings.overlay.dppcameraThis package is part of Motorola's custom settings overlay, specifically related to settings for the camera application.com.motorola.android.providers.settings.overlay.dppnoneThis package is part of Motorola's custom settings overlay, potentially dealing with settings or configurations that are applied when certain features or optio…com.motorola.android.provisioningOMA Client Provisioning It is a protocol specified by the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA). It is used by carrier to send "configuration SMS" which can setup network…com.motorola.android.settings.overlay.fps.displayOverlay to fps display.com.motorola.android.settings.overlay.globalThis package is part of Motorola's custom settings overlay and is designed for global settings that apply across different regions or device configurations.com.motorola.android.settings.overlay.lraThis package is part of Motorola’s custom settings overlay, likely related to specific regional or device configurations.com.motorola.android.settings.overlay.power.bottomThis package is part of Motorola’s custom settings overlay, specifically related to power management settings.com.motorola.android.systemui.overlay.attThis overlay needed for (com.motorola.attvowifi) I guess. It's for WiFi Calling.com.motorola.audiorecorderAudio recorder Stock Audio recorder for Motorolacom.motorola.batterycareThis package is part of Motorola's battery management system, specifically related to features or optimizations for battery care.com.motorola.batterycare.overlayThis package is part of Motorola’s custom battery care overlay and is likely responsible for providing Motorola-specific enhancements or visual elements relate…com.motorola.batterycare.overlay.appsideThis package is part of Motorola's custom battery care overlay and is likely associated with specific enhancements or visual elements related to battery manage…com.motorola.blur.service.blurMOTOBLUR service Automatically syncs messages, emails, social status updates, contacts and pictures from your accounts straight to your Home screen. It's a ser…com.motorola.camera2Moto Camera 2com.motorola.camera3Moto Camera 3 Moto camera appcom.motorola.camera3.consent.aiCamera consent AI Camera consent AI? Artificial Intelligence models? Probably additonal features to camera appcom.motorola.camera3.content.aiThis package is related to Motorola's camera application, specifically focusing on AI (artificial intelligence) features.com.motorola.carrierconfigCarrier Services Needed for IMS, WiFi Calling.com.motorola.carriersettingsextThis is a WiFi calling app supported by AT&T, T-Mobile, Orange.com.motorola.dolby.dolbyuiDolby Atmos Audio enhancements.com.motorola.faceunlockMoto Face Unlock — Unlock your device by simply looking at the display. Face unlock is bad for security and privacycom.motorola.faceunlocktrustagentMotorola Face Unlock Agent Trust agent is a service that notifies the system about whether it believes the environment of the device is trusted. The meaning of…com.motorola.imagertuning_lakeImager Tuning — Naming convention: imagertuning_[PHONE CODENAME] This is the custom camera image processing stack on Motorola devices. It's generally important…com.motorola.imagertuning_uThis package is associated with Motorola’s image tuning features, specifically designed to enhance or adjust image quality settings on Motorola devices.com.motorola.imagetuning_V2Camera Tuner It's Camera tuning Chromatix Comparison. I think it's needed for camera app.com.motorola.installerThis package is used by Motorola for managing and installing system updates, custom apps, or other Motorola-specific applications.com.motorola.launcher.secondarydisplayAppears to enable support for a secondary display with Moto's launcher. Trying to remove this packages returns "Failure: package is non-disable".com.motorola.launcherconfigGoogle Launcher Config It's Partner Customization. Has a lot wallpapers in resources.com.motorola.motointelligence.overlayOverlay to 'com.motorola.motointelligence', not needed? I didn't found this app.com.motorola.motolightsMoto Lights People recommend to remove it: Moto edge lights controller, hard to check this app but it has something to control display brightness in phone.com.motorola.motosignature.appThis app has permissions descriptions, lab, game mode launch permissions, audio monitor descriptions. So it's permissions to system apps? Google search shows t…com.motorola.motosignature2.appUses library 'com.motorola.motosignature', perm info to start gif maker, permlab moto trusted apps overlay and permlab monitor input.com.motorola.msimsettings.overlayIn code found: 'channel_force_single_sim'. Looks very unused.com.motorola.mykeyThis package is related to Motorola’s 'MyKey' feature, which is a tool designed to manage key settings and restrictions for device usage.com.motorola.nfcSupport for NFC protocol.com.motorola.omThe package 'com.motorola.om' is associated with Motorola's operational management or device management tools.com.motorola.overlay.googleasiOverlay to Android System Intelligence 'com.google.android.as', removal means that you cannot use the features of this app probably.com.motorola.paramupdaterI am not sure what this app is for. Collects systeminfo, time, has notification about update.com.motorola.personalizeNeeded for theme edit.com.motorola.photoeditorPhoto Editor Moto Photo Editor.com.motorola.rcsConfigServiceRCS Config Service Needed for IMS, RCS. WiFi Calling.com.motorola.screenshoteditorScreenshot Editor Edit and share your screenshots right away, or take screenshots longer than your screen such as full web pages or articles. Useful app.com.motorola.securevaultSecure Folder Normally unnecessary tools to keep device secure, however, removal may cause background issues - it should be safe to disable instead.com.motorola.securityhubextThis package is related to Motorola's Security Hub, an extension or enhancement for the device’s security features.com.motorola.sstserviceSpatial Sound Provides sst audio effects. I am not sure how to use this app. Code is too small, no activities only some frameworks in classes.dexcom.motorola.telprovIt's needed for carrier O2 so it's useless for others.
Experts only (17)
Can affect system features. Only if you know what you're removing. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.motorola.android.coresettingsext.overlay.avatrnThis package is part of Motorola's custom overlay for system settings, specifically tailored for the Motorola Edge 2024 (codename 'avatrn').com.motorola.android.coresettingsext.overlay.dubaiNeeded for support other refresh rate value?com.motorola.android.fotaSystem Software Updatecom.motorola.android.launcher.overlay.animation.scaleOverlay to transition_anim_scale? Maybe unused, not sure.com.motorola.android.networkstack.overlay.mcc460This package is part of Motorola's custom network stack overlay, specifically related to the network configuration for a particular Mobile Country Code (MCC), …com.motorola.android.overlay.gabutton"Double press on power behavior" 0 Not sure if useful, maybe it's another gesture.com.motorola.android.overlay.lhbmNot sure if its for high brightness mode, still unknown 'config_udfps_local_hbm_supported' 'true'com.motorola.android.settings.overlay.eqsOverlay to refresh rate change in settings. Not sure if it's unused.com.motorola.ccc.otaMotorola Update Services Provide OTA system updates. OTA (Over-The-Air) updates allow manufacturers to remotely install new software updates, features and serv…com.motorola.coresettingsextCore Settings extension Safe to remove (no bootloop) but its usefulness remains unkown. It's an app for random settings, but it's unused?com.motorola.entitlementEnable WiFi tethering/hotspot functionality. What you can do is preventing the phone from notifying the carrier about when you use hotspot. It will bypass mobi…com.motorola.freeformFreeform Required for window app mode.com.motorola.odm.camera3Moto camera app?com.motorola.setupRelated to Motorola Account setup (only during first boot?) DO NOT REMOVE unless you don't care about security patches. Freezing this package completely halts …com.motorola.setup.overlay.dataenableThis package is used during the Motorola device setup process, specifically for managing or presenting settings related to mobile data.com.motorola.smart5gBattery saving for 5G.com.motorola.thermalserviceMotorola Thermal Service Turns off phone when it's too hot.
Essential: never touched (12)
Can stop the phone from starting up. Poda never touches it. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.motorola.android.connectivity.resources.overlayConfigs to bad wifi better keep it.com.motorola.android.overlay.commonIt has some important configs. Better don't risk.com.motorola.android.overlay.deviceconfig.manausRandom configurations to basic things(powersaving, network, camera, etc.).com.motorola.android.overlay.wfdIt has config to enable wifi display.com.motorola.android.providers.settingsRemoval causes bootloop. Which is common with settings providers. Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between a…com.motorola.android.providers.settings.auto_generated_rro_product__This package is part of Motorola’s custom settings provider, and it likely includes resources or settings related to Motorola-specific customizations.com.motorola.audiofx/!\ Removal causes bootloop on Moto G7 Power (Android 10) Audio effects Provide features like Equalizer, Surround sound...com.motorola.launcher3Motorola system launcher A default home screen app, provides a layout and display for app icons and listing. WARNING: Do not remove this package if you did not…com.motorola.msimsettingsDual SIM Settings Provides Dual SIM feature.com.motorola.setup.auto_generated_rro_product__This package is involved in Motorola's setup process, particularly handling automatically generated resources related to the setup of the device.com.motorola.setup.auto_generated_rro_vendor__I found it's "no sim anim". It's another component of Motorola first-boot setup.com.motorola.timezonedata/!\ Causes bootloop on Moto G7 Power (Android 9/10) Time Zone Data — Update timezone when traveling to foreign countries.