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Samsung bloatware: what you can remove.
Poda knows 808 apps made by Samsung: 480 can be removed risk-free, 220 are services you may not use, 73 are for experts only and 35 are essential and never touched. All without root and fully reversible.
Safe to remove (480)
Ads, telemetry, duplicates and filler apps. Removing them doesn't break anything. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.samsung.aasaserviceSometimes, eat a LOT of battery (according to some reddit users) Security policy apps (kind of things which prevents installation of applications)com.samsung.accessorySamsung Accessory Service — Lets you transfer data between your Samsung phone and Samsung accessories (GALAXY Gear/Watch...)com.samsung.accessory.beansmgrGear IconX Plugin — Allows you to use features such as device settings and status view when connected to a Samsung Gear IconX (2018) device.com.samsung.accessory.safiletransferSASystemProviders Needed for Samsung Accessory Servicecom.samsung.adaptivebrightnessgoCameraLightSensor App to test Adaptive Brightness.com.samsung.android.a20.d01.wallpapermultiSeems like a completely useless empty package, but the default lock screen wallpaper slideshow stops working if you uninstall this. Wallpapers can still be set…com.samsung.android.a50.d01.wallpapermultiProvides the wallpapers used by the lockscreen multi-pack featurecom.samsung.android.activationActivation phone in china.com.samsung.android.adaptivebrightnessgoSamsung Adaptive Brightness Feature of Samsung devices that, as the name suggests, automatically adjusts the brightness level of display based on environmental…com.samsung.android.aircommandmanagerAirCommandManager (FACM) Gives you access to signature S Pen features. You can access Air-command anytime you are using your phone by simply taking out the S P…com.samsung.android.airtel.stubappMy Airtel Stub app My Airtel is a customer service app designed for Airtel subscribers in Sri Lanka This package isn't the app itself but only a stub It's basi…com.samsung.android.allshare.service.mediashareSamsung AllShare service (now called SmartView and/or Nearby Service). Used to stream content from your phone to a Samsung smart TV. On devices where the displ…com.samsung.android.app.accesscontrolSamsung Interaction control Settings > Accessibility > Dexterity and interaction (or vol. down + home key) Allows you to restrict some functions of your phone …com.samsung.android.app.advsounddetectorSamsung Sound detectors Uses microphone to identify recognizable sounds. For example, if it recognizes a baby's cry, it can alert you with flashing lights so y…com.samsung.android.app.appupdaterDiscontinued app to update Samsung's proprietary apps.com.samsung.android.app.assistantmenuAssistant menu Designed for individuals with motor control or other physical impairments. By using Assistant menu, you can access hardware buttons and all part…com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facear.preloadAnnoying Stickers/stamps of the Samsung camera app. C'mon it feels like Snapshat.com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facear3d.preloadDefault 3D live stickers Annoying Stickers/stamps of the Samsung camera app. C'mon it feels like Snapshat.com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facearavatar.preloadAnnoying Stickers/stamps of the Samsung camera app. C'mon it feels like Snapshat.com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facearframe.preloadFrames sticker? I don't know what this sticker is and I don't have this package.com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.stamp.preloadAnnoying Stickers/stamps of the Samsung camera app. C'mon it feels like Snapshat. Safe to removecom.samsung.android.app.clipboardedgeClipboard edge panelcom.samsung.android.app.cocktailbarserviceEdge screen/panels Enables you to open your five most used apps by simply swiping the edge of the screen. Swipe one of the edges of the screen to bring up info…com.samsung.android.app.colorColor adjustment Samsung's adaptive super AMOLED screen optimizes the color range, saturation, and sharpness of the picture depending on what you're watching o…com.samsung.android.app.dtv.dmbTV app on Samsung phones and it's only available on Japanese or Korean variants.com.samsung.android.app.earphonetypecSamsung USB-C headset not required unless you have a Samsung DAC or Samsung Type-C earphones (for firmware updates)com.samsung.android.app.episodesSamsung story albumcom.samsung.android.app.filterinstallerFilter installer I have no clue about the usefulness of this package. Maybe it filters apps that are not compatible with the phone. This package is only trigge…com.samsung.android.app.headlinesFlipboard app for Samsung devices.com.samsung.android.app.interactivepanoramaviewerVisual. photo virt. Samsung Virtual Shot Viewer enable sharing virtual shot Safe to remove if you don't want virtual photos.com.samsung.android.app.kfaKFA Another app from knox, has something to decrypt. Name apk this app is: KnoxAIFrameworkApp.com.samsung.android.app.ledbackcoverI think it enables doing things with LEDs on the cover HOW IT WORKScom.samsung.android.app.ledcoverdreamI think it enable doing things with LEDs on the cover HOW IT WORKScom.samsung.android.app.memoSamsung Memo (was replaced by Samsung Notes app : com.samsung.android.app.notes)com.samsung.android.app.mhswrappertmoMobile Hotspot Is it linked to T-Mobile ? ("tmo" at the end of the package) You can debloat this and still create hotspot.com.samsung.android.app.mirrorlinkUsed to connect your phone to a car (with support) in order to provide audio streaming, GPS navigation...com.samsung.android.app.newsNews Samsung app Doesn't exist anymore?com.samsung.android.app.notesSamsung Notes appcom.samsung.android.app.omcagentOpen Market Customization Agent (AKA 'Recommended Apps') Installs more Samsung "Recommended Apps" after device setup. Similar to com.samsung.android.mapsagentcom.samsung.android.app.panel.naver.vNaver V Panel Special samsung panel for the very useless V LIVE (formerly Naver V) app — V LIVE is an app that features personal video broadcasts of South Kore…com.samsung.android.app.parentalcareParental control to block apps on new samsung phonescom.samsung.android.app.pinboardSamsung Scrapbook (discontinued)com.samsung.android.app.reminderSamsung bixby reminder — Set up smart reminders to get notified when and where you need to. You can even link websites, videos, photos and more. Uses wifi/data…com.samsung.android.app.sbrowseredgeRelated to internet browser. For Galaxy Edge?com.samsung.android.app.settings.bixbyBixby settings (Bixby = Samsung intelligence assistant)com.samsung.android.app.shareliveSamsung Quick Share (from the Galaxy Store)com.samsung.android.app.simplesharingSamsung Link Sharing Lets you share large size files by using the Samsung Cloud.com.samsung.android.app.sketchbookDrawing Assistant This is an useless AI extension for Samsung Keyboard. It keeps a notification dot on the emoji button.com.samsung.android.app.socialI know this has been discontinued by Samsung but that it. Surely a social app like Samsung Members (com.samsung.oh)com.samsung.android.app.spageSamsung Free (previously known as 'Bixby Home') is a vertically scrolling list of information that Bixby can interact with for example weather, fitness activit…com.samsung.android.app.storyalbumwidgetThe Story Album widget enables you to access the Story Album app and create digital picture albums that you can view and acess directly from the widget on a Ho…com.samsung.android.app.talkbackVoice assistant. Accessibility feature Screen Reader to provide audible feedback to assist blind and low-vision users.com.samsung.android.app.taskedgeHandle task edge panel Through Tasks edge, you can quickly perform frequently used tasks, such as composing messages and creating events.com.samsung.android.app.telephonyui.esimclientonly has ESimClient Webview Activitycom.samsung.android.app.tipsTips on how to use your phone"com.samsung.android.app.updatecenterApp update Installs app updatescom.samsung.android.app.vrsetupwizardsSamsung Gear VR (Virtual Reality) setup wizard — Stub = Setup wizard : The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed. It guides you thr…com.samsung.android.app.vrsetupwizardstubSamsung Gear VR (Virtual Reality) setup wizard — Stub = Setup wizard : The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed. It guides you thr…com.samsung.android.app.watchmanagerSamsung Galaxy Wearable (Samsung Gear)com.samsung.android.app.watchmanagerstubStub for the Galaxy Wearable app. Stub =com.samsung.android.app.withtvWitTV (replaced by com.sec.android.app.withtv) Used to stream content from your phone to a Samsung smart TV.com.samsung.android.ardrawingAR Doodles (accessible through AR Zone) Lets you draw on your face using the front camera and uses AR Core for drawing on the environment with the rear camera.…com.samsung.android.aremojiAR Emoji mode for Samsung cameracom.samsung.android.aremojieditorAR Emoji Editor Edits those AR people emoji thingscom.samsung.android.arzoneAR Zone Lets you access other AR apps.com.samsung.android.asksmanagerSamsung device protection manager. It's anti-theft feature. I couldn't find exactly what does the samsung layer to the already existing android device protecti…com.samsung.android.authfwUsed by Samsung Pass Biometric authentication service that can be used to sign in to websites and apps in your mobile.com.samsung.android.authserviceRuns in the background on Galaxy S7 and earlier, can't seem to find a purpose for this app. No issues when removing it.com.samsung.android.bbc.bbcagentBBCAgent (B. B. Container Agent?) Collects device information and manages installation/uninstallation of trusted apps in KNOX containerscom.samsung.android.bbc.fileproviderKNOX BBC Provider. Provider for KNOX BBC Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between apps.com.samsung.android.beaconmanagerReplaced by Samsung Smart Things (com.samsung.android.ststub) Allows users to control, automate, and monitor their home environment via mobile device.com.samsung.android.bixby.agentRemoving this will disable the bixby hardware key without breaking Bixby itself.com.samsung.android.bixby.agent.dummyBixby Voice Stubcom.samsung.android.bixby.es.globalactionBixby stuff [MORE INFO NEEDED]com.samsung.android.bixby.plmsyncBixby stuff [MORE INFO NEEDED]com.samsung.android.bixby.serviceBixby Servicecom.samsung.android.bixby.voiceinputBixby service needed for voice controlcom.samsung.android.bixby.wakeupBixby voice wake-upcom.samsung.android.bixbyhelperQQ music plugin Require QQ Music and it's Chinese.com.samsung.android.bixbytouchBixby Touch App for smart things, still only for China.com.samsung.android.bixbyvision.frameworkBixbyVision Frameworkcom.samsung.android.cameraxserviceit's hidden app for testing camera things also it's camera calibrationcom.samsung.android.carkeyDigital Key Framework Frameworks to CarKey app, only China.com.samsung.android.carlinkCarLife app only for China.com.samsung.android.chnfileshare.kitS Share Chinese app to Secure transfer files using bluetooth.com.samsung.android.cmfa.frameworkContinous Multi-Factor Authentication Framework Seems useless if you aren't logged-in to a Samsung Account.com.samsung.android.coldwalletserviceSamsung Blockchain Keystore Secure and convenient place to manage your private key used for cryptocurrency transactions.com.samsung.android.coreappsSamsung Enhanced features Files and profiles sharing feature. It may be called "Enhanced messaging". Using this service lets Samsung to automatically collect y…com.samsung.android.da.daagentSamsung dual messenger — Allows you to use two separate accounts for the same app.com.samsung.android.dbscGalaxy Service Setup Device-Based Service Consent. Pairs with `com.sec.spp.push` to broadcast new service consent requests to your device. Really slimey move b…com.samsung.android.dck.timesyncDckTimeSyncService Only logs foundcom.samsung.android.deviceidserviceDeviceIdService Collects device id but it is not known what it is used for. Take's OAID, VAID, AAID.com.samsung.android.digitalkeyDigital Key I found on this app only: Using your phone as a key to open doors. Coming soon! Useless. Not available digital key for users.com.samsung.android.dkeySamsung Wallet Digital Key Used for cars, only China.com.samsung.android.dlp.serviceSamsungDLPService (KNOX). Old feature. Was replaced by SDP (Sensitive Data Protection) Data Loss Prevention (DLP) feature SDP is good because it allows to have…com.samsung.android.drivelink.stubStub for car mode REMINDER : Stub =com.samsung.android.dsmsDsms Hidden diagmonagent logs components.com.samsung.android.easysetupSamsung Nearby device scanning Requires "com.samsung.android.beaconmanager" to be useful.com.samsung.android.email.composeranother app related to Email app, bad privacycom.samsung.android.email.providerSamsung email appcom.samsung.android.email.syncSync to Email app, bad privacycom.samsung.android.email.uiEmail app with bad privacycom.samsung.android.email.widgetEmail Widget on some old samsung phones like S6com.samsung.android.emojiupdaterAR Emoji updater This package has no permission so I wonder how it can update anything. See com.samsung.android.aremojicom.samsung.android.fastSamsung Secure Wi-Fi Samsung VPN service powered by McAfee Note: If you need to use a VPN use something more trustworthy*com.samsung.android.fmmFind My Mobile Tracks down your device when it gets lost. Lets you remotely lock your device, block access to Samsung Pay and wipe data from the entire device.com.samsung.android.galaxycontinuitySamsung Flow — It's a service to 'seamlessly' connect your devices. You can authenticate your Tablet/PC with your smartphone, share content between devices, an…com.samsung.android.gallery.pluginsSamsungGallery Plugins Chinese mapcamera plugin.com.samsung.android.game.gamehomeSamsung Game Launcher All in one hub for mobiles gamescom.samsung.android.game.gametoolsSamsung Game Tools/Booster — Let you record and share screenshots of your game-play.com.samsung.android.game.gosSamsung Game Optimizing Service Is supposed to "improve" game performance. Has a "Game Intent Service" that runs occasionally. If uninstalling fails, try disab…com.samsung.android.gametuner.thinSamsung Game Tuner — Game Tuner is advanced setting app. It enables you to change the resolution and frames per second settings in mobile games that require tu…com.samsung.android.gearopluginGear S Plugin — Plugin for com.samsung.android.app.watchmanagercom.samsung.android.hdmappHypervisor Device Manager Appcom.samsung.android.hmt.vrshellGear VR Shell Gear VRcom.samsung.android.hmt.vrsvcGear VR Service See above.com.samsung.android.homemodeDaily Board — Show a slideshow of your favourite pictures while your device is charging.com.samsung.android.hwresourceshare.storageAllows the storage on your phone, tablet, computer, and TV to connect so you can view and use files from one device on another without cables or downloads. The…com.samsung.android.iceconeKeyboard Content Center Lets you choose media content (e.g. stickers and music) from the Galaxy Keyboard. This app always runs in background.com.samsung.android.imageppChat PP Only for China.com.samsung.android.inputshareSamsung Multi-Control, allows certain apps to be continued on multiple Galaxy devices (like Internet or Notes)com.samsung.android.intelligenceserviceCompletely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.intelligenceservice2It seems that this package is a kind of spyware. Very difficult to find information about this. Some people say it's linked to Carrier IQ (which is a carrier r…com.samsung.android.ipsgeofenceSamsung Visit In app IPSGeofence IPS = Indoor Positioning System. The concept of Indoor Positioning System designates a network of connected devices within a b…com.samsung.android.keycustomizationinfobackupserviceIf you don't use backup service, it's safe to remove.com.samsung.android.keyguardwallpaperupdatorLets you customize your Samsung device with different images (provided by Samsung) on the lock screen.com.samsung.android.kidsinstallerSamsung Kids Home — Lets you shape a "safe environment" for your child. NOTE : You shouldn't give your phone to a child. That bad !com.samsung.android.knox.analytics.uploaderKnox Analytics Uploader Sends analytics to Samsungcom.samsung.android.knox.attestationKNOX Attestation Lets you check the integrity of a Samsung Android device by connecting to a Samsung Attestation server.com.samsung.android.knox.containeragentKNOX Work profile/space Provides an isolated environment to store data (see Secure Folder) Note : With Knox 3.4, Knox containers are now deprecated and replace…com.samsung.android.knox.containercoreKNOX Work profile/space Provides an isolated environment to store data (see Secure Folder) Note : With Knox 3.4, Knox containers are now deprecated and replace…com.samsung.android.knox.containerdesktopKnox Container Desktop Provides UI for the work(space) container? See "com.samsung.android.knox.containeragent"com.samsung.android.knox.kpecoreSamsung KPECore KPE stands for 'Knox Platform for Enterprise'com.samsung.android.knox.pushmanagerKnoxPushManagercom.samsung.android.knox.zt.frameworkKnoxZT Framework To learn how you type, Touch Dynamics will collect and analyze sensor data while typing.com.samsung.android.livestickersDeco Pic (accessible through AR Zone) Camera app with stickers and snapchat-like filterscom.samsung.android.mapsagentProvides the "recommendation" service. It auto-installs recommended apps from Samsung & partners after a factory reset or first boot. Also recommends you apps …com.samsung.android.mateagentSamsung Galaxy Friends is an accessory platform service that allows the user to enjoy a variety of content quickly and easily by simply connecting an accessory…com.samsung.android.mcfdsContinuity Service Chat with other peoples. This app is available on Galaxy Store.com.samsung.android.mdecserviceSamsung Call & Text. Not 100% sure, but by looking at the decompiled Java/Dalvik/A.R.T. code it seems the app provides a way to receive call and SMS on Samsung…com.samsung.android.mdmMDMApp (Mobile Device Management app) Used to monitor and manage remotely mobile devices. For example locking split-screen, blocking safe mode boot, enabling b…com.samsung.android.mdxLink to Windows Service Works in conjunction with the Microsoft Your Phone app and activates a connection to your PC on Windowscom.samsung.android.mdx.kitQuick Share Connectivity / MDE Service Framework MDX = Multi Devices Experience — Framework for IoT stuff. Asks for a LOT of dangerous permissions Interacts wi…com.samsung.android.messaging.extension.chnMessagingExtensionCh Has too much spying things.com.samsung.android.mfiGalaxy Widget — Just shows you ads of some of Samsung's services or other apps/games.com.samsung.android.moccaMoccaMobile Require google play services. Diagnostics, logs, car crash, better remove this app.com.samsung.android.networkdiagnosticNetwork Diagnostic Autostart after boot. 9 permissions (including ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION : precise GPS location) + 1 unknown permission : SEC_FACTORY_PHONE Seems…com.samsung.android.oneconnectSamsung Smart Things — Lets you manage all your Samsung and SmartThings-compatible devices. Probably needs com.samsung.android.beaconmanagercom.samsung.android.opencalendarSamsung Subscription Calendars.com.samsung.android.peripheral.frameworkPeripheral Framework It's knox analytics.com.samsung.android.personalpage.servicePrivate mode (was replaced by Secure Folder)com.samsung.android.privateaccesstokensProvides a system module used by Samsung Internet for an automatic verification feature on compatible websites to skip CAPTCHAs. On my device the option never …com.samsung.android.privateshareBlockchain-powered file sharing system for Samsung phones. Why blockchain? Because it's a nice buzzword! The privacy policy of this Samsung service is really b…com.samsung.android.providers.contextSpyware Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between apps.com.samsung.android.radiobasedlocationTracks location in the background. Doesn't seem to be needed for anything.com.samsung.android.radiobasedlocation.managerTracks location in the background. Doesn't seem to be needed for anything.com.samsung.android.rajaampatSamsung Pay Samsung Pay Services for Indonesia.com.samsung.android.rampartAuto Blocker Uses for blocking unknown apps install, commands. As of Oneui 6.1.1+, it is no longer tied to App Protection unless you use maximum restrictions. …com.samsung.android.rlcSamsung Biz Service Remote Lock Control? Remote Mobile Manager? It has not needed notification components.com.samsung.android.rubin.appCustomization Service Collects a massive amount of data — Basically everything you do on your phone. For "a better user experience" Used to display customized …com.samsung.android.samsungpassSamsung Pass appcom.samsung.android.samsungpassautofillAuto Fill for Samsung Pass Once your account information is registered, you can use iris, fingerprint, or face recognition to sign in.com.samsung.android.samsungpositioningRun at startup and ask for an unknown permission SEC_FACTORY_PHONE This package seems to be used for samsung apps needing location.com.samsung.android.scloudSamsung Cloudcom.samsung.android.scloud.authHandle authentication for Samsung cloudcom.samsung.android.scloud.backupSamsung Backup only for Samsung Cloudcom.samsung.android.scloud.proxy.calendarCompletely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.scloud.proxy.contactsCompletely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.scloud.proxy.memoCompletely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.scloud.proxy.sbrowserCompletely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.scloud.proxy.snote3Completely empty package. Useless.com.samsung.android.scloud.quotaLiterally all this app does is tell you when you're out of storage on your Samsung Cloud. Why this isn't part of the main Samsung Cloud app? I have no idea.com.samsung.android.scloud.syncSamsung cloud synchronisation servicecom.samsung.android.sconnectSamsung Quick connect (discontinued?) In theory, it lets you connect your phone to a variety of devices over Wifi that support multiple protocols — including W…com.samsung.android.sdk.handwritingHandwriting Service Only for Samsung Note?com.samsung.android.sdk.professionalaudio.app.audioconnectionserviceAudioConnectionService I believe it allows to modulate an audio signal. I didn't find a lot of apps using this package. Nothing really worrying but safe to rem…com.samsung.android.sdk.professionalaudio.utility.jammonitorProfessional Audio Allows you to create virtual instrument applications with Android.com.samsung.android.sdk.spenv10Samsung Pen engine, Pen settings, SPen Engine Update.com.samsung.android.sdm.configConfiguration Update for Samsung Deskphone Manager (SDM) SDM allows a user to synchronize your smartphone with a IP deskphonecom.samsung.android.securitylogagentSecurity Log Agent Runs in the background and monitors your device for any change to the /system partition. It also listens for use of permissions by 3rd-party…com.samsung.android.server.wifi.mobilewipsMobileWips Detects suspicious activities on Wi-Ficom.samsung.android.service.livedrawingLive Message enables you to draw your own animated GIFs or emojis.com.samsung.android.service.peoplestripePeople Edge Gives you immediate access to your favorite contacts from the edge of your phone.com.samsung.android.service.stplatformSmartThings Framework I guess it's app for installing sponsored apps. Useless Framework.com.samsung.android.service.travelSamsung Travel Wallpaper (discontinued)com.samsung.android.setupindiaservicestncSamsung Services Responsible for the persistent notification after every system update if you don't agree to data collection. The only way to dismiss it withou…com.samsung.android.shortcutbackupserviceShortcutBNR Related to smartSwitch Samsung Cloud featurescom.samsung.android.slinkcloudSamsung Cloud Gateway NEEDED FOR Scloud app A cloud storage gateway is designed to provide interoperability between different data protocols used in a client (…com.samsung.android.smSmart Manager app Provides pretty useless optimizing features using Chinese company Qihoo database. Automatically scans and optimizes data usage to preserve ba…com.samsung.android.sm.devicesecurity.tcmDevice security Chinese scanning app for searching viruses.com.samsung.android.sm.providerSmart Manager Provider SCPM Client? A lot debugging stuffcom.samsung.android.smartcallproviderSamsung Smart Call Provides caller profile information to help consumers identify incoming calls and block unwanted ones. Also related to the 'local places' fe…com.samsung.android.smartfittingSmart Fitting Service Adapts the size/ratio of the screen. Automatic mode is default but there is a manual modecom.samsung.android.smartproviderSamsung File Provider Provides intelligent classification, search and image/video favorite when selecting images/videos to send to friends/Moments/Channels in …com.samsung.android.smartsuggestionsSmart suggestionscom.samsung.android.smartswitchassistantSamsung SmartSwitch Lets you transfer your data from your old (Samsung) phone to your new one. Needed for com.sec.android.easyMover?com.samsung.android.softsimSoftsim Service Installs softsim and it's full Chinese.com.samsung.android.spaySamsung Pay — Samsung Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service by Samsung that lets users make payments using compatible phones and other Samsung-pro…com.samsung.android.spayfwSamsung Pay Framework needed for Samsung Pay Samsung Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service by Samsung that lets users make payments using compatib…com.samsung.android.spayminiSamsung Pay Mini Same service as Samsung Pay but for online payments only and is available on all compatible android devices (not only Samsung devices)com.samsung.android.spdfnoteWrite on PDF — PDF annotatorcom.samsung.android.sskdsSoterSskdsService This app has something to 'com.tencent.soter.soterserver'. Only china.com.samsung.android.stickercenterSticker center. Used to retrieve stickers from the web in the camera app.com.samsung.android.stickerpluginStickerPlugin Not sure if this package also provides stickers for camera. I don't have it so I can't testcom.samsung.android.ststubSmartThings Allows users to control, automate, and monitor their home environment via mobile device. REMINDER: stub =com.samsung.android.svcagentThe APK has various icons in it + DiagMon library (telemetry). It has full access to internet and occasionally runs a MainService for many consecutive hours.com.samsung.android.svoiceSamsung Voice (S Voice) was replaced by bixby on Samsung Galaxy S8(+) and newer phones. Virtual mobile personal assistant capable of running a basic tasks thro…com.samsung.android.svoiceimeSamsung voice input Voice input powered by Bixby. See above.com.samsung.android.tencentwifisecurityChinese Tencent flags risky networks and prevent to connect to them.com.samsung.android.tncpageTNCPageCN It's app for enhance lock screen.com.samsung.android.tripwidgetDiscontinued package (used in Galaxy S4) handling trip wallpaper widget.com.samsung.android.tzdata.updateApp for updating time zone changes on Samsung devices. Now discontinued and completely useless.com.samsung.android.udsUltra data saving Have boring notifications and theres no point of keeping this app.com.samsung.android.unifiedprofileMy Profile Related to Samsung Members?com.samsung.android.universalswitchUniversal Switch lets you designate certain touches or gestures to control specific actions on your phone.com.samsung.android.uwbUwbApplication It's used for SmartThings and new Smart Tags. This app is bloated.com.samsung.android.vdcVirtual Device Center It's Chinese app for Video calls.com.samsung.android.visionarapps"AR apps"/"Makeup, Home Decor, and Sunglass Shack". Icon is like Bixby. Seems related to AR Zonecom.samsung.android.visioncloudagentVisionCloudAgent Cloud Agent is a service which automatically upload on the cloud the photos you take on your phone. It connects to your "Samsung account". It …com.samsung.android.visionintelligenceBixby Vision Augmented reality camera that can identify objects in real-time and potentially offer the user to purchase them online, translate text, read QR co…com.samsung.android.visualarsSmart Touch Call. It allows the user to "Get voice and Screen interactive service when you call a customer service". Bloated with Google API stuffcom.samsung.android.vocSamsung Members — The other version is "com.samsung.oh".com.samsung.android.voicewakeupVoice wake-up for using Bixbycom.samsung.android.vtcamerasettingsVideo call effects Keep the focus on you during video calls by blurring the background or covering it with an image or color. Unfortunately, only supports a fe…com.samsung.android.wallpaper.liveSamsung official app for dynamic and live wallpapers with generative AI capabilities. Because it provides a wallpaper service, it runs in the background and st…com.samsung.android.watch.alarmSamsung Alarm app.com.samsung.android.watch.cameracontrollerMirrors phone's camera to your watch. I can't find a use case for my usage. Safe to remove.com.samsung.android.watch.compassSamsung Compass app.com.samsung.android.watch.runestone.appCustomization Service from Samsung. Provides customized content and recommendations. Collects a lot of personal information. See: Pithus analysiscom.samsung.android.watch.stopwatchSamsung Stopwatchcom.samsung.android.watch.timerTimer app from Samsung.com.samsung.android.watch.weatherWeather application from Samsung.com.samsung.android.watch.worldclockWorldclock app. This also includes a widget, displaying time in different time zones.com.samsung.android.wearable.setupwizardSamsung Wearable Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device…com.samsung.android.weatherUnified Daemon app. Named "Weather" on some Samsung Galaxy devices. Provides support for a number of different apps on your device. These include the Weather, …com.samsung.android.widgetapp.yahooedge.financeSpecial edge panel widget for Yahoo Financecom.samsung.android.widgetapp.yahooedge.newsSpecial edge panel widget for Yahoo Newscom.samsung.android.widgetapp.yahooedge.sportSpecial edge panel widget for Yahoo Sportcom.samsung.android.wifinetworkdiagnosticsWifiNetworkDiagnostics Diagnostics network connection.com.samsung.app.highlightplayerSamsung Story Video Editor Lets you edit your videos storiescom.samsung.app.janskyMulti-lines settings Lets you have multiple virtual phone numbers. This feature is only available on some US carrier-locked devicescom.samsung.app.videoCan't figure out what this package does, but no adverse effects to removing it.com.samsung.attributionRelated to data collection (?)com.samsung.carrier.logcollectorit's the same like diagmonagent, collects dumplogscom.samsung.chn.apps.devicemanagementAutoLoginService Register device with China Telecom. Only for China.com.samsung.craneCall+ — Call+ features on Samsung dialer NOTE: I have the feeling that these features are carrier/country dependant because I don't have them. But I have this …com.samsung.daydream.customizationSamsung customization for Google Daydream VR headset — NOTE : Google discontinued Daydream in 2019 and it no longer works on Android 10 Samsung devicescom.samsung.desktopsystemuiSamsung DeX UI Extends your smartphone into a "desktop computing experience".com.samsung.discoverIt shows up as a pane on OneUI home and prompts you to install all sorts of random apps. OneUI works perfectly fine if you uninstall these and simply removes t…com.samsung.discover.sepRelated to `com.samsung.discover` but doesnt seem to do much on its own. Safe to remove without any effect.com.samsung.ecommSamsung Shop — App where you can buy all (and only) Samsung products.com.samsung.ecomm.global.inSamsung Shop — App where you can buy all (and only) Samsung products.com.samsung.emergencyreporthelperOnly for KOREA emergency report. Also no activities, only warn.com.samsung.enhanceserviceEnhanced service is the process for Samsung cloud messaging (equivalent to iMessage on iOS). Messages on Samsung phones can be transmitted through either the n…com.samsung.faceserviceFace service detection Analyzes all the photos in the Samsung Gallery to detect human faces using Samsung’s built-in face detection technology. Once FaceServic…com.samsung.felicalockFeliCa Password NFC things, not neededcom.samsung.fresco.loggingFresco Logging Service Fresco is an android library for managing images and the memory they usecom.samsung.gpuwatchappThis app has GPU Dumping mode, developer mode, game debugging. This package also provides the feature to watch and log system performance. Useful if you need/w…com.samsung.groupcastSamsung Group Play (discontinued) Allows you to share pictures , documents and music files with many people at same time if everyone is connected to a Wi-Fi ne…com.samsung.helphubNot sure if this package still exist. Provide helpcom.samsung.hidden.chinaChina Hidden Menu Last call, secret code: 319712358.com.samsung.hongbaoassistantHongbao Assistant Chinese app.com.samsung.hs20provideronly found useless hotspot logscom.samsung.InputEventAppHidden testing things also no activitiescom.samsung.inputshareMultiControl Its use is to connect 2 devices and control one with the other.com.samsung.ipserviceSet of hidden network settings (including frequency bands choice) How to see these settings : Same shared user id as com.samsung.faceservice, com.samsung.mlp, …com.samsung.japan.initonceInitOnce I found in code only name appcom.samsung.knox.knoxtrustagentKnox Quick Access allows users to access the Knox Workspace container using wearables such as the Galaxy Gear S2.com.samsung.knox.kssKnox Keyguard. Not much more informationcom.samsung.knox.rcp.componentsKnox Content Mgr Security-related. Knox Content Mgrcom.samsung.knox.securefolderSecure Folder — Create a secure space on your device to encrypt and store your private data and apps. NOTE: The key used to encrypt the files is not derived fr…com.samsung.knox.securefolder.setuppageProvides the setup process when opening secure folder (com.samsung.knox.securefolder) for the first timecom.samsung.locationhistoryIt's only location logscom.samsung.logwriterLogWriter Writes data in a logs SQL database. Runs at boot and is triggered when an download from an Iron Source (Iron Source is an Israeli advertising company…com.samsung.mdl.radioSamsung Milk Music (discontinued in 2016) It was a freemium online music streaming service, with music streams and a recommendation engine powered by Slacker R…com.samsung.mdl.radio.radiostubMilk Music (shut down by Samsung) It was a music streaming appcom.samsung.mlpSamsung content recognition. mpl= Media Learning Platform. Has permissions linked to com.samsung.cmh and com.samsung.android.visionintelligencecom.samsung.mobiletvHidden testing mobiletvcom.samsung.ohSamsung Members — Samsung community. It's a kind of social media app for Samsung users. OOOPS ! The other version is "com.samsung.android.voc".com.samsung.pickuptutorialA guide to some gestures on Samsung devices, however it doesn't seem to be accessable anywhere. Maybe intended for demo units?com.samsung.preloadappInstall app Installs recommended apps.com.samsung.qosindicatorQOS - quality of service, but it's only for diagnostics.com.samsung.rcsRCS (Rich Communication Services) Has permissions linked to com.samsung.cmh, and com.samsung.android.visionintelligence (and I don't understand why). RCS is a …com.samsung.safetyinformationSafety information telling you to be careful with the usage of your phone.com.samsung.sait.sohserviceFactoryApp This weird app collects battery data and probably others, who knows? Also to test battery things such as set voltage, Soc, temperature, status, time…com.samsung.samsungpssdplusSamsung Magician Allows users to conveniently manage their Samsung Portable SSD settings.com.samsung.sec.android.teegris.tui_serviceTuiService Security-related, but not necessary.com.samsung.sec.mtvHidden testing mobiletvcom.samsung.slsi.audiologgingIt's hidden Audiologging.com.samsung.slsi.telephony.silentloggingHidden network logging. Safe to removecom.samsung.svoice.syncSamsung Voice servicecom.samsung.systemui.bixbySystem UI for Bixby/Bixby2com.samsung.systemui.bixby2System UI for Bixby/Bixby2com.samsung.tmovvmSamsung Visual Voicemail (for T-mobile only) Allows you to review and manage your voicemail directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need to dial into yo…com.samsung.ucs.agent.eseeSE UCS Plugin is another package from UCS. It makes possible for apps to access eSE of Samsung mobile devices by using the UCM (Universal Credential Managemen…com.samsung.ucs.ucspinpadUcsPinpad In this app u can setup pin,puk UCS is a company which has partnered with Samsung to provide licenses for Samsung Knoxcom.samsung.visionproviderProvider for Bixby Vision (com.samsung.android.visionintelligence) Manages access to data stored by itself, stored by other apps, and provide a way to share th…com.samsung.voiceserviceplatformSamsung Voice (for Galaxy S7) Virtual mobile personal assistant capable of running basic tasks through voicecom.samsung.vvmSamsung Verizon Voicemail Allows you to review and manage your voicemail directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need to dial into your mailbox. You can…com.samsung.vvm.seSamsung Verizon Voicemail Allows you to review and manage your voicemail directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need to dial into your mailbox. You can…com.sec.allsharecastplayerScreen Mirroring (only in Galaxy S6) Cast your mobile screen to a TV.com.sec.android.allshare.service.controlshareCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.android.allshare.service.fileshareCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.android.allshare.service.mediashareShare media to your other Samsung devices with Allshare. Allshare is discontinued and no longer present on modern Samsung devices.com.sec.android.app.aftersalecameraCalibration Camera app.com.sec.android.app.applinkerRelated to FeliCa Networks — / FeliCa is contactless RFID smart card system mainly used for wallet function on mobile devices # Has the permission INSTALL_PACK…com.sec.android.app.bcocrBusiness card recognition Something about business cards not very usefulcom.sec.android.app.billingSamsung billing/Checkout Used to purchase apps through Samsung Store application that is delivered with Samsung phones. Acts as bridge between Samsung Store an…com.sec.android.app.bluetoothagentBluetooth Agent Bluetooth test service.com.sec.android.app.bluetoothtestBluetooth Test Hidden feature accessible by entering *#*#232331#*#* in the Samsung dialer. It was found to be calling home back in 2015com.sec.android.app.camera.plbLooks like an app to record videos for Facebook. Despite having 'camera' in the name, it is not needed for the camera at all.com.sec.android.app.camera.stickerSamsung DECO PIC. Add things such as live stickers, AR masks, frames, and GIFs to your photos and videos.com.sec.android.app.chromecustomizationsSamsung stuff on the homepage of Google Chromecom.sec.android.app.clipvideoApp to create a video collage.com.sec.android.app.DataCreateAutomation Test Another hidden test app. A lot of mention of samsung note (memo). Has access to basically everything on the phone Related to these hidden menus…com.sec.android.app.desktoplauncherSamsung DeX Home (launcher) Dex enables users to extend their device into a desktop-like experience by connecting a keyboard, mouse, and monitor. "DeX" is a co…com.sec.android.app.dexonpcSamsung DeX Extends your smartphone into a "desktop computing experience". Concretely this lets you access all your mobile apps and content from a computer. On…com.sec.android.app.dictionarySamsung Dictionary is is an app that enables you to manage all the dictionaries stored on your Samsung device.com.sec.android.app.easylauncherTouchWiz easy home -- gives you large icons and makes things the home screen significantly simpler. Primarly designed for elderly users. Discontinued after the…com.sec.android.app.easysetupCore of Samsung SmartThings (formerly Samsung Easy Setup) See com.samsung.android.easysetupcom.sec.android.app.factorykeystringDeviceKeyString : Dialable hidden diagnostic/debug app Dial *#0283# to open audio LoopbackTest control, dial *#2663# for TSP firmware updatecom.sec.android.app.felicatestFeliCa Test, hidden debugs, logs HAL_Nfccom.sec.android.app.FileShareClientReceive files from Samsung devices with Allshare. Allshare is discontinued and no longer present on modern Samsung devices.com.sec.android.app.FileShareServerSend files to Samsung devices with Allshare. Allshare is discontinued and no longer present on modern Samsung devices.com.sec.android.app.firewallBlocked calls'msgs Chinese blocking calls and spam.com.sec.android.app.gamehubSamsung Game Hub Was replaced by "com.samsung.android.game.gamehome"com.sec.android.app.hwmoduletestHwModuleTest, a hardware hidden test app (dial *#0*# to open it). Has stuff to quickly check the phone's hardware. Removing it does not break anything, but no …com.sec.android.app.interactivekeyguardtutorialA guide on how to unlock your phones screen, however it doesn't seem to be present anywhere on the phone. Maybe intended for demo units?com.sec.android.app.kidshomeThis app provides a child-friendly interface and controls on Samsung devices, designed to create a safe environment for children by restricting access to apps …com.sec.android.app.magnifierLets you use your device as a magnifying glass making it easier to read any small font or expand the details of any object, for example.com.sec.android.app.mediasyncShare music for group play.com.sec.android.app.minimode.resMinimode will be not available when this app be removedcom.sec.android.app.mtMobile tracker security feature. If someone inserts a new SIM card in your device the device will automatically sends the SIM contact number to specified recip…com.sec.android.app.musicSamsung's proprietary music app, allows you to play local music or connect your Spotify account — Safe to uninstall, and there's much better open source altern…com.sec.android.app.mv.playerShare videos to other devices.com.sec.android.app.ocrOptical Read (feature replaced by Bixby Vision : com.samsung.android.visionintelligence) Lets you scan or extract text or data from images, documents, business…com.sec.android.app.parserDRParser Mode Secret code parser Support for hidden samsung apps launched via secret codescom.sec.android.app.popupuireceiverNot needed popupui with battery animation charging or other system notifications.com.sec.android.app.quicktoolThe Quick Tools panel includes a ruler, a compass and a torch. To add this to the Edge Panel (com.samsung.android.app.clipboardedge)com.sec.android.app.rakeinCompletely empty package. Uselesscom.sec.android.app.ringtoneBRSamsung ringtone backup/restore feature Where is this feature? (available from Samsung Galaxy S9)com.sec.android.app.saspmodemailerproviderdocomo mail no activities, looks like more useless frameworks also it's only for japanesecom.sec.android.app.sbrowserSamsung Internet — Don't use this browser. In their privacy policy:"The information we obtain [...] include, identifiers associated with your devices, types of…com.sec.android.app.sbrowser.liteSamsung Internet Lite/Go Lite version of the Samsung browser (hah! Because the base one was too bloated?) Don't use this browser. In their privacy policy:"The …com.sec.android.app.sbrowsertrySamsung Internet browser, there are much better browsers available and Samsung Internet has a really sketchy privacy policy.com.sec.android.app.scloudI guess it's the core of Samsung Cloud.com.sec.android.app.servicemodeappSysDump hidden app Low-level debugging and diagnostics tools (dial *#9900# to open it)com.sec.android.app.setupwizardSamsung Setupwizard The Welcome screen which guides you through the basics of setting up your device when you boot it for the first time (or after a factory re…com.sec.android.app.setupwizardlegalproviderSetupWizardLegalProvider All the legal terms you need to accept when you boot your phone for the first time. The Welcome screen which guides you through the ba…com.sec.android.app.shealthSamsung Health — Serves to track various aspects of daily life contributing to well being such as physical activity, diet, and sleep. S Health data is stored i…com.sec.android.app.sns3Samsung Galaxy (Only installed on older phone before Galaxy S7) Don't really know what this app does but majority of people deleted this.com.sec.android.app.snsimagecacheSnsImageCache A lot logs, probably it's for image cache. A lot samsung phones dont have it so it's safe to removecom.sec.android.app.soundaliveResponsible for Dolby Atmos and other equalizer stuff (accessible from the Settings app). Needed by Adapt Sound (com.sec.hearingadjust) which is a pretty usefu…com.sec.android.app.suwscriptplayerSuwScriptPlayer Seems to be another test app which test some "scripts"com.sec.android.app.sysscopeChecks after every boot if the ROM and kernel have been modified. This package is usually present on Verizon-locked phones. Verizon has the ability to check if…com.sec.android.app.taskmanagerHidden app that shows uninstall unused apps(+boring notifications that may be disabled) and button to (other, in the same app)task manager(shows ram and button…com.sec.android.app.tourviewer3d tour image, Virtual tour, Viewer used to view photos taken with the Galaxy S5 camera's Virtual Tour Shot mode.com.sec.android.app.translatorSamsung Translater (S Translater)com.sec.android.app.uwbtestUwbTest for testing UWB in the factorycom.sec.android.app.ve.vebgmSamsung Editing Assets ("Video Editor BackGround Music"). This app lets you choose background music from the Video Editor app.com.sec.android.app.voicenoteSamsung Voice recordercom.sec.android.app.volumemonitorproviderVolumeMonitorProvider used in Digital Wellbeing to average the dB heard through earphones and display it.com.sec.android.app.wfdbrokerI found it's for connecting to tv also settings but app size is too small for doing these things.com.sec.android.app.withtvSamsung Smart View Allows you to cast your phone screen to the TV.com.sec.android.app.wlantestwlan test Hidden test app responding to the #232339*# and *#232338*# secret codes FYI : wlan = wireless LAN — NOTE: Disabling this test will rise the exclamati…com.sec.android.app.wlucCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.android.autodoodle.serviceSamsung Auto Doodle for Photo Editorcom.sec.android.automotive.drivelinkCar mode it's hidden app and has a lot duplicate settings. Not neededcom.sec.android.automotive.drivelinkremoteDriveLinkRemote I found only Hello world!com.sec.android.AutoPreconfigAuto Preconfig Tells you to format the device when sim from other country is used basically (won't let you use another one)com.sec.android.CcInfoCcInfo Samsung logs/analytics.com.sec.android.cloudagentPart of Dropbox integration on TouchWizcom.sec.android.cloudagent.dropboxoobeGet a free 50GB Dropbox account with your Samsung device! Would be useful, but Dropbox ended this offer about 10 years ago.com.sec.android.cover.ledcoverSamsung LED cover service Display stuff on the LED case. HOW IT WORKScom.sec.android.daemonappUnified Daemon app provides support for a number of different apps on your device. These include the Weather, Yahoo Finance and Yahoo News apps amongst others.…com.sec.android.desktopcommunitySamsung DeX panelcom.sec.android.desktopmode.uiserviceSamsung DeX Extends your smartphone into a "desktop computing experience". Concretely this lets you access all your mobile apps and content from a computer. On…com.sec.android.directsharePart of Samsung's SBeam service. SBeam has known security vulnerabilities — so you should really uninstall this.com.sec.android.easyMoverSamsung Smart Switch Mobile — Allows you to easily transfer content (contacts, photos, music, notes, etc.) to a new Samsung Galaxy device.com.sec.android.easyMover.AgentSmart Switch Agent Needed to use Smart Switch. See "com.sec.android.easyMover".com.sec.android.easyonehandSamsung Easy One Hand mode Allows you to temporarily scale down the display size of your screen for easier control of your phone with just one hand.com.sec.android.easysettingsSettings app if you're using the Easy Mode feature on Samsung devices.com.sec.android.fido.uaf.asmFido is a set of open technical specifications for mechanisms of authenticating users to online services that do not depend on passwords. The UAF protocol is d…com.sec.android.fido.uaf.clientFido UAF client. It's a layer that connects authenticator and RP (the application owner) and ensures validity of the connection. So it can be browser, desktop …com.sec.android.fwupgradeUpdates AllShare components. Since Samsung AllShare is discontinued, this is now useless.com.sec.android.game.gamehomeSamsung Game launcher Centralizes all your android games. This app can track all your games, how many hours you've spent playing each one, and which genres you…com.sec.android.GeoLookoutGeo News for korea or japanesecom.sec.android.iaftiaft Has permission dump, trace errors probably.com.sec.android.kiesNo activities, only useless frameworks in classes.dexcom.sec.android.KiesRequired for connecting your device to Samsung Kies, Samsung's long discontinued iTunes competitor. Everything that can be done with Kies can be done with ADB …com.sec.android.llmpolicyLLMPolicyService Low latency network to game? Looks unused.com.sec.android.mimage.avatarstickersSamsung My Emoji Stickers Let you turn yourself into an emoji. Woah ! What an incredible feature...com.sec.android.mimage.gear360editor360 Photo Editor Lets you edit the 360-degree photos you took.com.sec.android.mmappRequired for Samsung's proprietary music app to work.com.sec.android.nearby.mediaserverSamsung nearby share, part of AllShare. Discontinued.com.sec.android.omcOM Customize I found only things for Vodafone. It's not needed.com.sec.android.pagebuddynotisvcPageBuddyNotiSvc I only found it's for notifications to car, earphones, pen. Not needed.com.sec.android.PreconfigOn some phones founded testing things menu and on some not found any hidden menu but it's app for secret codes to testing hardware thingscom.sec.android.preloadinstallerVery shady apk. According to if you're chinese or not, Samsung mount an hidden partition during the first boot and install some apps.com.sec.android.provider.logsproviderLogsProvider It's app used for logs.com.sec.android.provider.snoteContent provider for S Note — Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between apps.com.sec.android.providers.mapconMapcon Provider Only name app founded.com.sec.android.providers.securityProvider of password security policies? Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between apps. Seems to provide acce…com.sec.android.providers.tasksTasks provider This app have nothing in code, only name and useless permissionscom.sec.android.QRreaderSamsung QR code reader.com.sec.android.RilServiceModeAppService mode RIL hidden app. Used for debug and diagnostics dial *#0011# for modem connectivity info, *#9090# for diagnostics control # RIL means Radio Interfa…com.sec.android.SamsungDrmProviderCompletely empty package. Useless. Content with DRM still works without this package.com.sec.android.service.bezelCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.android.service.cmCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.android.service.healthSamsung Health Service Needed for Samsung Health (com.sec.android.app.shealth)com.sec.android.settingsmapsMy places I found Search location also theres other stuff about location but it's not needed I guesscom.sec.android.sidesync30SideSync (discontinued) Lets you share the screen and data between your PC and mobile device. Receive alarms of your phone through PC and use various features …com.sec.android.smartfpsadjusterSmartFPSAdjuster Responsible for thermal camera adjustment and dynamic FPS control based on device temperature and hardware conditions Logging this data to fee…com.sec.android.stub.paywithpaypalPay with PayPal Hidden app that wanna to install PayPal to your phone.com.sec.android.uibcvirtualsoftkeyUIBC (User input back channel) Allows users to experience the dual monitor function, with the keyboard and mouse having the ability to control your smartphone …com.sec.android.usermanualOpens the device’s built‑in user manual PDFcom.sec.android.widget.samsungappsWidget for Galaxy Apps, showing app suggestions on your home screen.com.sec.android.widgetapp.activeapplicationwidgetCompletely empty package. Uselesscom.sec.android.widgetapp.ap.hero.accuweatherWeather appcom.sec.android.widgetapp.ap.hero.weathernewsjpjapanese samsung weather appcom.sec.android.widgetapp.digitalclockClock (digital) widgetcom.sec.android.widgetapp.digitalclockeasyClock (digital easy) widgetcom.sec.android.widgetapp.diotek.smemoSamsung Memo widget (was replaced by Samsung Note : com.samsung.android.app.notes) Partnership with 3-party DIOTEKcom.sec.android.widgetapp.dualclockdigitalDual Clock Widgetcom.sec.android.widgetapp.easymodecontactswidgetFavourite Contacts widget Lets you add favorite contacts to home screen Is it only usable when enabling the "simple use" senior mode?com.sec.android.widgetapp.samsungappsGalaxy Essential widget Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps. From the Galaxy Essentials widget yo…com.sec.android.widgetapp.SPlannerAppWidgetCalendar Widgetcom.sec.android.widgetapp.webmanualUser Manualcom.sec.android.yellowpageYellow Page Contain phone numbers of companies and services.com.sec.app.RilErrorNotifierRilNotifier Debug app for the RIL See "com.sec.android.RilServiceModeApp"com.sec.bcserviceBroadcast Service Diagnostic/debug hidden app. TCP dump.com.sec.clocationserviceCLocationService Network location provider only to Chinese. Bad privacy.com.sec.downloadablekeystoreKeystore is a secure place provided by Android to store cryptographic keys and make it more difficult to extract from the device. This package is used by enter…com.sec.dsm.phoneCompletely empty package. Uselesscom.sec.dsm.systemPart of Samsung's Find my Mobile service, appears this app is so you can ring your phone if you lost it.com.sec.enterprise.knox.attestationKNOX Attestation Lets you check the integrity of a Samsung Android device by connecting to a Samsung Attestation server.com.sec.enterprise.knox.cloudmdm.smdmsKnox Enrollment Service mdm = mobile device management = software used by an IT department to monitor employees' mobile devices. Used to enroll/register a larg…com.sec.enterprise.knox.shareddevice.keyguardKNOX shared device keyguard. Knox Configure Shared Device feature enables multiple users to access the same device without sharing data across multiple devices.com.sec.enterprise.mdm.services.simpinEnterprise Sim Pin Service I couldn't find information about this package. No permissions asked. It's quite strange. # Mobile device management (MDM) is a type…com.sec.enterprise.mdm.vpnEnterprise VPN service I couldn't find information about this package. No permissions asked too. See above for MDM significationcom.sec.epdgtestappTest app for ePDG (see com.sec.epdg)com.sec.esdk.elmELM Agent Hidden ELM for Developers Logscom.sec.evergladesSamsung Hub (discontinued) It was a cloud-based music service launched by Samsung. It allowed users to listen to music from a variety of Samsung devicescom.sec.everglades.updateSamsungHub Updater (discontinued - See above)com.sec.facatfunctionFacAtFunction UI Display, Sensors Testscom.sec.factoryDevice Test app Diagnostic hidden app.com.sec.factory.cameraCamera Test (dial *#34971539# to open CameraFirmware Standard)com.sec.factory.cameralyzerCameralyzer A factory testing app that allows manufacturers to check for defects in the camera, had a security issue in the pastcom.sec.factory.iris.usercameraCamera Iris User Test (by dialing *#0*#)com.sec.hearingadjustSamsung Adapt Sound Configures a sound profile according to your ears. Improve audio experience in the end (even with headphones) # Settings > Sound and vibrat…com.sec.hiddenmenuIOTHiddenMenu Hidden menu used to access other hidden debug apps (those accessible with a secret code)com.sec.imsloggerIMS Logger provides logging opt-ins. Security flawcom.sec.kidsplat.installerKids Mode (replaced by Kids Home : com.samsung.android.kidsinstaller) Samsung Kids Home — Lets you shape a safe environment for your child to happily explore a…com.sec.knox.bluetoothKNOX bluetooth NOTE : This does not affect regular bluetooth.com.sec.knox.bridgeDebug Bridge ?com.sec.knox.containeragent2Samsung Knox Container (v2 ?)com.sec.knox.foldercontainerNeeded by KNOX Secure folder (com.samsung.knox.securefolder)com.sec.knox.knoxsetupwizardclientKNOX SetupWizardClient The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device. It's …com.sec.knox.packageverifierKNOX Verifier Used to scan installed packagescom.sec.knox.shortcutsmsKnox shortcut to switch to workspacecom.sec.knox.switchknoxHandles switches between KNOW/Work container and personal profile. It also manages data sharing between them.com.sec.knox.switchknoxIHandles switches between KNOW/Work container and personal profile. It also manages data sharing between them.com.sec.knox.switchknoxIIHandles switches between KNOW/Work container and personal profile. It also manages data sharing between them.com.sec.location.nfwlocationprivacyService provider location Not needed for location, I found something like that: (This app enables your carrier to access your location for network improvement …com.sec.location.nsflp2Samsung Location SDK It seems to only be used by Samsung (Galaxy) appscom.sec.mldapcheckerMLDAP log LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol; I don't know what the M means. Mobile?) is an open, vendor-neutral, industry standard application protoc…com.sec.modem.settingsName : SilentLogging This package runs at startup and logs things (related to the modem ?). Seems Pretty shady to me (I don't like its orwellian name).com.sec.nfc.felicalocktestTesting FeliCa carrier remote lock. Common to Softbank, au, and docomo.com.sec.pcw.deviceCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.providers.assisteddialingAssisted Dialing I found mcc countrycode OTA lookup, not neededcom.sec.providers.settingsearchCompletely empty package. Useless.com.sec.readershubSamsung Books (discontinued) All-in-one e-Reading solution that offers instant access to thousands of e-reading contents.com.sec.setdefaultlauncherCompletely empty package. Useless. You can still change launchers without this package.com.sec.smartcard.managerSmart Card Manager Smart Card enables communication with Secure Elements (SIM card, embedded Secure Elements, Mobile Security Card...) These packages seem to b…com.sec.spen.flashannotateTake notes on your screen. Unneeded, and can't even be accessed unless you're using a Galaxy Note or S Ultra, despite being preinstalled on all Samsungs.com.sec.spp.pushSamsung Push Service — Provides updates and notifications for services exclusive to Samsung (more like Samsung ads).com.sec.svoice.lang.en_GBLanguage Pack for S-voice, the Samsung assistant (com.samsung.android.svoice)com.sec.tcpdumpserviceonly found app name tcpdumpservice theres no codecom.sec.vsim.ericssonnsds.webappNSDSWebApp. Virtual SIM is an application-enabled service that requires you to install an app to use a number. With this technology, it is possible for one to …com.sec.yosemite.phoneSamsung WatchON (discontinued) It was a service allowing you to view programming information on the TV and choose programs directly from the phone.
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com.samsung.accessory.budsunitemgrProvides the system component that manages Galaxy Buds features and configuration. It handles firmware updates, noise control modes (ANC / Ambient sound), touc…com.samsung.advancedcallserviceAdvanced Calling feature on an Android is a feature that allows you to make calls while using other applications with the use of CELLULAR DATA. In order for th…com.samsung.advp.imssettingsNeeded for VoLTE (Voice over LTE) IMS(Ip Multimedia Subsystem) is an open industry standard for voice and multimedia communications over packet-based IP networ…com.samsung.android.A10s.d01.wallpapermultiApp with wallpapers to Samsung A10s.com.samsung.android.A12.d01.wallpapermultiDefault Multiple Wallpaper Resource A 0 bytes overlay app for Samsung Galaxy A12, you can tell by its package name. Uninstalling it doesn't break the wallpaper…com.samsung.android.A21.d01.wallpapermultiDynamic lock screen wallpaper feature for the Samsung Galaxy A21. Why is this device specific? I have no idea!com.samsung.android.accessibility.talkbackSamsung TalkBack in accessibility.com.samsung.android.alive.serviceContent suggestions servicecom.samsung.android.aliveprivacyContent Suggestions is an AI-based app inside the Secure Folder, and its on-device AI-powered engine automatically suggests users to move private images of pre…com.samsung.android.allshare.service.fileshareWi-Fi Direct Allows two devices to establish a direct Wi-Fi connection without requiring a wireless router.com.samsung.android.app.amcagentAdvanced Management Console Agent Entreprise feature I guess.com.samsung.android.app.aodserviceAlways On Display NOTE: This package handles the clock on the lockscreen, in addition to the AOD functionality. When enabled in settings it shows clock and not…com.samsung.android.app.appsedgeSamsung apps edge — Displays your five most frequently used apps for you to access at a moment’s notice. Breaks Split-Screen/Multi-Window according to issue#12…com.samsung.android.app.colorblindThis app provides colorblind accessibility features for Samsung devices, helping users with color vision deficiencies by adjusting display colors and improving…com.samsung.android.app.contactsSamsung Contacts Safe to debloat if you use another contacts app. NOTE: if you do, you will no longer be able to access Contacts from the Samsung dialer app. R…com.samsung.android.app.dofviewerLive focus Allows you to adjust the level of background blur in the camera app. From the Samsung Gallery, you can also select from a range of background blur s…com.samsung.android.app.dressroomSamsung Wallpapers Wallpaper manager. Needed to pick up a wallpaper on Android 10+. Has INTERNET permission and ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION Before Android 10, you sh…com.samsung.android.app.galaxyfinderSamsung Finder is a search application that allows you to find what you want in an instant by searching the content on your Galaxy smartphone and on the web as…com.samsung.android.app.interpreterSamsung Interpreter app, enables Live translation of foreign languagescom.samsung.android.app.motionpanoramaviewerMotion panorama viewer Lets you see the result of a motion panoramacom.samsung.android.app.multiwindowProvides manifestly the ability to display multiple apps on the screen (at the same time) Can someone test?com.samsung.android.app.notes.addonsAllows for marking up/drawing on notes in the Samsung Notes app (designed for use with S Pen). Removal likely breaks com.samsung.android.app.notes. Safe to rem…com.samsung.android.app.scrollcaptureSamsung's app for taking screenshots.com.samsung.android.app.selfmotionpanoramaviewerSelfie panorama viewer Lets you see the result of a selfie motion panoramacom.samsung.android.app.shareaccessibilitysettingsSeems to be like a package for saving your accessibility settings, likely to transfer them to another phone.com.samsung.android.app.siofviewerLive focus Needed for Live Focus in camera app.com.samsung.android.app.smartcaptureSamsung Capture Samsung's implementation of screenshot. Show the bottom toolbar after taking a screenshot Lets you group widgets on OneUI 4 (?)com.samsung.android.app.smartwidgetSamsung screenshot You will still be able to take screenshots without this package.com.samsung.android.app.vex.scannerDocument Scanner. Samsung's VEX document scanning component used by Camera/Gallery/Office features.com.samsung.android.appseparationSeparated apps Separated Apps isolates third-party apps in a sandboxed folder. The third-party apps cannot intercommunicate with work apps or access confidenti…com.samsung.android.audiomirroringAudioMirroring Audio Mirroring to Cast other devices will not work after remove. Also this app running in the background.com.samsung.android.aware.serviceSamsung Quick Share Agent Use Wifi direct to share files between 2 Samsung Galaxy phones (it's only for Samsung Galaxy users)com.samsung.android.bio.face.serviceHandles Face recognition unlock NOTE: removing this package causes biometric prompts in apps to be delayed by 5-8 seconds before appearing. Selecting 'Biometri…com.samsung.android.biometricsProvide biometric supportcom.samsung.android.biometrics.app.settingBiometric settingscom.samsung.android.bluelightfilterBlue light filter Using the sunrise/sunset option uses the ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION permission. It's better to program the activation of the filter according to th…com.samsung.android.calendarSamsung Calendar Appcom.samsung.android.callbgproviderCallBGProvider Call Background. It is customizing background theme of calling. SCloud, backup things found in code.com.samsung.android.dialerStock Samsung Phone dialercom.samsung.android.dqagentSamsung Device Quality Agent Logging agent for diagnostic device information.com.samsung.android.dynamiclockSamsung Wallpaper services (Dynamic Lock) NOTE: Breaks LockStar customization. Automatically changes your Lock screen’s wallpaper every time your Galaxy phone …com.samsung.android.emergencyEmergency SOS Has a lot of permissions, lets you send SOS messages and calls.com.samsung.android.fingerprint.serviceFingerprint servicecom.samsung.android.forestDigital Wellbeing (old version of com.samsung.android.wellbeing) That's an app for device and app usage tracking and limiting. NOTE for Dex users: uninstalling…com.samsung.android.framework.resThis package is part of Samsung’s custom system framework and manages various resources for Samsung-specific features and UI enhancements.com.samsung.android.gallery.watchSamsung Watch gallery appcom.samsung.android.incall.contentproviderCallContentProvider After remove, some features will not be available: Face AR, AR Emoji, filter, sticker.com.samsung.android.internal.overlay.config.default_contextual_searchThe code only assigns (com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox) as the default contextual search package via (config_defaultContextualSearchPackageName). I sup…com.samsung.android.kmxserviceKmxService Knox Matrix. Provides a feature to securely generate and store keys used for end-to-end encryption (E2EE). It encrypts/decrypts data on the user’s d…com.samsung.android.knox.erKnox ER component. Part of Samsung Knox enterprise features; safe to remove only if you do not use Knox/enterprise functionality.com.samsung.android.knox.mposKnox mPOS Enabler offers a range of security/usability features, enabling secure and contactless payments on Samsung devices.com.samsung.android.locationSlocation. It handles GPS queries for some Samsung (Galaxy) apps, such as Camera location tagging. Apps exclusively using raw GPS and/or Google Location API ar…com.samsung.android.loolSamsung Device Care — While this package was suspected previously to send lots of data to Chinese servers it has since been debunked - only connects to Chinese…com.samsung.android.mcfserverSamsung Multi Connectivity Seecom.samsung.android.mdagentMdAgentcom.samsung.android.mdx.quickboardDevice control and Media output Kind of a hub in notification panel for managing medias played on smart devices (e.g play music to 2 Bluetooth devices simultan…com.samsung.android.mediacontrollerAbility to controls phone's audio from your watch.com.samsung.android.messageguardsyncHandles synchronizing and updating Samsung Message Guard policies.com.samsung.android.messagingSamsung Messaging appcom.samsung.android.mobileserviceGroup Sharing (earlier Samsung Experience Service). The legacy version was similar to Samsung Core Services (citation needed). Can remove safely if you don't u…com.samsung.android.motionphoto.appMotion Photo. Enables capture/view of motion photos (short video with still photo) in Samsung Camera/Gallery.com.samsung.android.motionphoto.viewerMotion photo viewer that only you can watch videos on it also diagmonagent logs founded.com.samsung.android.mydeviceThis app shows your devices on the QuickPanel.com.samsung.android.net.wifi.wifiguiderWi-Fi Tips Shows a question-mark button next to Wi-Fi networks that failed to connect for any reason, providing info to fix the specific issue. It also has a d…com.samsung.android.photoremasterservicePhotoRemasterService If removed, Photo Remaster in the gallery won't work.com.samsung.android.privacydashboardPrivacy dashboard in settingscom.samsung.android.provider.filterproviderFilterProvider dependency to Samsung Camera Provides access to filters (when you swipe right from the camera app) WARNING : Samsung camera will crash if this p…com.samsung.android.provider.shootingmodeproviderProvide camera modes (when you swipe left from the camera app) Safe to remove (but it is quite useful)com.samsung.android.provider.stickerproviderOne more package related to camera stickers. DO NOT REMOVE THIS IF YOU USE STOCK CAMERA (Samsung camera-app closes after about 4s!) adb shell 'pm disable-user …com.samsung.android.providers.factoryFactoryTestProvider Disabling breaks hwmoduletest.com.samsung.android.scpmSamsung Cloud Platform Manager Related to Samsung Cloud. NOTE: Uninstalling or disabling this app causes the "Sound Quality and Effects" app (com.sec.android.a…com.samsung.android.scsSamsung Core Services (SCS) It's an application for quick and easy provision of the main features used by Samsung applications through application updates rath…com.samsung.android.sdk.ocrIt's for OCR (Optical Character Recognition), used among Samsung apps like the gallery, without this, you can't extract text from images.com.samsung.android.server.irisProvides iris recognition feature NOTE: removing this package causes biometric prompts in apps to be delayed by 5-8 seconds before appearing. Selecting 'Biomet…com.samsung.android.server.wifi.mobilewips.clientMobileWips Detects suspicious activity on Wi-Fi network.com.samsung.android.service.healthHealth Platform — It is a data aggregator. You can use it to link multiple health apps (like Strava, google fit etc) together. This app will unify their collec…com.samsung.android.service.tagserviceTags in Samsung Gallery app.com.samsung.android.shealthmonitorSamsung Health Monitor Enables you to record ECG and blood pressure.com.samsung.android.singletake.serviceSingle Take It's face unlock I guess.com.samsung.android.sm.devicesecuritySamsung Device security for the Smart Manager app using McAfee antivirus engine. This is the antivirus in Settings -> Device care -> Security Privacy nightmare…com.samsung.android.smartfaceSmartFaceService Used to automatically detects faces when using the Samsung camera It might be related to "Keep screen on while viewing" under Motions and gest…com.samsung.android.smartface.overlayNot needed overlay to smartfacecom.samsung.android.smartmirroringSamsung Smart View Enable you to mirror screen your phone to a TV — Dependency for com.samsung.android.video Uninstalling this breaks edge panels feature; edge…com.samsung.android.spdclientSecurity policy updates (part of KNOX) Updates the SELinux policies according to Security Enhancements for Android (SE for Android) There are privacy implicati…com.samsung.android.tadownloaderSeems to check if a trusted application needs an update and downloads it. This package probably does more than that. There is a LOT of lines of code (obfuscate…com.samsung.android.tapack.authfwAuthFw TaPack Authentication Framework for Trusted Application? (don't know what 'Pack' could mean) Hard to know what this app really does. Seems to be an asse…com.samsung.android.themecenterGalaxy Themes Service. Runs at startup and allows you to apply themes from `com.samsung.android.themestore`. On some devices, it provides the built-in wallpape…com.samsung.android.themestoreGalaxy Themes. Forces you to login to a Samsung Account if you want to download ANY content (icons, wallpapers, themes...). If you already downloaded something…com.samsung.android.timezone.autoupdate_NThis app handles automatic updates for time zone information on Samsung devices, ensuring accurate timekeeping across different regions.com.samsung.android.tzdata.update_MSamsung Timezone Data Updatercom.samsung.android.vdcserviceThis app depends on Virtual Device Center app. Has network connection frameworks.com.samsung.android.videoSamsung Video Playercom.samsung.android.videolistVideo player included on Samsung devices — Works fine enough as a basic video player.com.samsung.android.wallpaper.resPre-installed wallpapers Removing this package causes the background to be transparent (black, but the system will see it as white unless you use a custom wall…com.samsung.android.watch.findmyphoneThe phone will start ringing, if connected to watch via BT or WiFi, when pressing 'start ringing' on the watch.com.samsung.android.watch.findmywatchThe watch will start ringing, if connected to phone via BT or WiFi, when pressing 'start ringing' on the phone. Also fetches location and is able to lock or fa…com.samsung.android.watch.flashlightSamsung Flashlightcom.samsung.android.watch.screencaptureProvides the ability to take screenshots from the smart watch.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.analogmodularPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.analoguefontPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.animalPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.aremojiPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.basicclockPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.basicdashboardPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.bespokePreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.bitmojiPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.boldindexPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.digitalfontPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.digitalmodularPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.dualwatchPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.dynamicfontPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.emergencyWatchface in the emergency launcher.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.gradientfontPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.healthmodularPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.infomodularPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.largePreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.livewallpaperPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.mypebblePreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.myphotoPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.mystylePreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.premiumanalogPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.simpleanaloguePreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.simpleclassicPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.simplecomplicationPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.superfictionPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.tickingsoundTicking sound on watchfaces that support it.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.togetherPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.typographyPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.weatherPreinstalled watchface.com.samsung.android.wcs.exstentionSamsung Internet Extensions Samsung Internet for Android allows users to customize their browsing experience by installing extensions, which are additional sof…com.samsung.android.wear.musictransferUsed to sync music with the watch.com.samsung.android.wear.shealthSamsung Health app for WearOS.com.samsung.android.wellbeingDigital Wellbeing That's an app for device and app usage tracking and limiting.com.samsung.android.widget.pictureframeSamsung gallery widget, shows your selected photos as widgetcom.samsung.android.wifi.aiNo activities, provides WiFi diagnostics, has several ai models that it is not clear how useful they are.com.samsung.android.wifi.p2paware.resourcesRelated to WiFi Directcom.samsung.android.wifi.sbs.resourcesWifiRROverlayAppSBScom.samsung.app.newtrimSamsung Video trimmer (Editor Lite) Lets you quickly trim video files (from the gallery “Edit -> Studio -> Video Trimmer”). This trimmer is both imprecise and …com.samsung.app.slowmotionSlowmotion mode in camera appcom.samsung.clipboardsaveserviceClipboard Save service saves all the content you saved in the clipboard (clipboard history) If you remove this you will still be able to copy/cust/past but a n…com.samsung.cmfa.AuthTouchContinuous Multi-Factor Authentication AuthTouchService Related to `com.samsung.android.cmfa.framework`.com.samsung.cmhCMH Provider is a dependency for the the samsung gallery app. This package asks for a lot of permissions. It seems to be be used for cloud and story stuff in t…com.samsung.commonimsserviceStat notify voltecom.samsung.dcmserviceHard to find what it really does but I do know what DCM is in telecommunication. It means Dual Carrier Modulation. To stay simple, we use signal modulation to …com.samsung.everglades.videoPart of the TouchWiz video player.com.samsung.hiddennetworksettingSet of hidden network settings (including frequency band choice). How to see these settingscom.samsung.ims.smkSimMobilityKit VoLTE calling, IMS.com.samsung.klmsagentChecks the validity of your KLM/KPE (Knox Licence Manager) license. This package is needed for Samsung Health (`com.sec.android.app.shealth`) and probably all …com.samsung.knox.appsupdateagentThis app is part of Samsung Knox, managing updates for apps within the Knox security framework.com.samsung.memorysaverHelps you to free up space by letting you delete duplicates and move contents and apps on an SD card.com.samsung.oda.serviceSamsungOdaService Disabling causes SIM Manager to instantly crash on dual sim setup.Requires google play services. Another spying app collects sim info and oth…com.samsung.sdmHandles OTA system Updates.com.samsung.sdm.sdmviewerLets you view installed updates?com.samsung.sec.android.application.cscDo something related to Country Specific Code (CSC). Maybe it only let you change your CSC Every Android device from Samsung has a folder called CSC. This fold…com.samsung.SMTSamsung TTS (Text-to-speech) Works with applications such as S Voice; translation apps, GPS that require Text-To-Speech (TTS) functionality and reads back text…com.samsung.SMT.lang_en_us_f00Voice pack for Samsung TTS in English (United States).com.samsung.SMT.lang_es_mx_f00Voice pack for Samsung TTS in Spanish (Mexico).com.samsung.SMT.lang_pt_br_f00Voice pack for Samsung TTS in Portuguese (Brazil).com.samsung.storyserviceSamsung StoryService Create stories in the Gallery from your pictures and videos. Use of content recognition (so may be related) Disabling breaks edge panels o…com.samsung.systemui.hidenotchHide notch overlay.com.samsung.systemui.hidenotch.withoutcornerroundHide notch overlay without corner round.com.samsung.tmowfc.wfccontrollerWifi Calling for T-mobile clients only! (tmowfc = t-mobile only wifi calling) Lets you call or text on Wi-Fi networks with your T-Mobile phone number VoLTE/IMS…com.samsung.tmowfc.wfcprefWifi Calling for T-mobile clients only! (tmowfc = t-mobile only wifi calling) Lets you call or text on Wi-Fi networks with your T-Mobile phone number VoLTE/IMS…com.samsung.unifiedtpUnified tethering provisioner. Tethering still works for me without it.com.samsung.upsmthemeHandle the theme of UPSM (Ultra Power Saving Mode) Safe to removecom.sec.android.app.apexSamsung ApexService Enables taking motion photos and provides a motion photos player/viewer It also does face recognition in the gallery. Without this package,…com.sec.android.app.cameraSamsung camera app Safe to remove (but not recommended)com.sec.android.app.clockpackageSamsung clockcom.sec.android.app.filtermanagerManage camera filters on your Samsung device.com.sec.android.app.fmSamsung Radio Listen to FM radio stationscom.sec.android.app.mobileprintSamsung print service for supported printers.com.sec.android.app.myfilesSamsung file manager app — WARNING: If you remove this package on Android 10+, you will no longer be able to manage storage the same way as before. For example…com.sec.android.app.personalizationHas something to do with personalization? Has 2 permissions: `READ_PHONE_STATE` and `CHANGE_PHONE_STATE`com.sec.android.app.popupcalculatorSamsung calculator appcom.sec.android.app.qsfastpairoverlayAbout half street overlay, has to gms.com.sec.android.app.safetyassuranceSafety assurance is related to emergency features. It is especially used for SOS messages. Has obviously a huge amount of permissions. Pithus analysiscom.sec.android.app.SecSetupWizardSamsung Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on, a welcome screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of setting up your device. It's th…com.sec.android.app.SmartClipServiceDefault image editor on older Samsung devices.com.sec.android.app.vepreloadSamsung video editor Lets you add add transitions, music, stickers and text to your videos. You can also change the speed of the action, or even add filters to…com.sec.android.app.videoplayerTouchWiz video player.com.sec.android.app.wallpaperchooserThis app provides the functionality to select and manage wallpapers on Samsung devices, including Samsung-specific wallpaper options.com.sec.android.casual2Casual themecom.sec.android.classic2Classic themecom.sec.android.dexsystemuiSamsung DeX System UI Safe to remove if not use connect phone for example to TV.com.sec.android.diagmonagentDiagnostic Monitoring Agent Used to send diagnostic data to Samsung Data collection from Settings > Biometrics and security > Send diagnostic data WARNING: dis…com.sec.android.emergencylauncherSamsung Launcher when in emergency(low battery) mode.com.sec.android.emergencymode.serviceEmergency mode enables you to extend your device’s standby time when in an emergency situation and want your device to conserve power for as long as possible. …com.sec.android.fotaclientOTA for legacy Samsung devices.com.sec.android.gallery3dSamsung Gallery app — Note: Samsung Gallery is a dependency for the camera so it's not a good idea to delete it. Note : Good to know. When the original version…com.sec.android.gallery3d.panorama360viewLet you see panoramic photos in the samsung Gallery.com.sec.android.inputmethod.betaSamsung Keyboard Neural Beta Smarter Samsung Keyboard with better predictition/suggestion (using deep learning)com.sec.android.inputmethod.iwnnime.japanSamsung Japanese keyboardcom.sec.android.mimage.photoretouchingSamsung Photo Editor Disabling this will disable the inbuilt photo editor accessed via the stock gallery. Safe to remove if you don't use Samsung gallery.com.sec.android.ofviewerSamsung selective focus camera mode. Safe to remove (but it's pretty useful)com.sec.android.overlay.dcmconfigStatic overlay that sets "config_systemContacts" to "docomo phonebook" (customized com.android.contacts). NOTE: Safe to remove, reboot needed after uninstallin…com.sec.android.overlay.dcmconfig.smsStatic overlay that sets "config_defaultSms" to "+Message" (com.nttdocomo.android.msg). NOTE: Safe to remove, reboot needed after uninstalling. "+Message" itse…com.sec.android.provider.badgeProvider for the notification badges (which are not very useful IMHO) Provides a way for apps to use notifications badges. Emergency Power saving launcher does…com.sec.android.provider.emergencymodeProvider for emergency mode (com.sec.android.emergencylauncher) Content providers encapsulate data, providing centralized management of data shared between app…com.sec.android.romantic2Sweet themecom.sec.android.sdhmsSamsung Device Health Manager Service Battery estimation service for Samsung Care/Device maintenance (com.samsung.android.lool) There is some weird stuff in th…com.sec.android.splitsoundSplitSoundService Provides ability to play music on the smartphone and an external speaker at the same timecom.sec.android.theme.naturalNatural themecom.sec.android.UsimRegistrationKORUSIM Registration. This app is used to register your USIM card in South Korea. It is not needed outside of South Korea.com.sec.android.wallpapercropper2Samsung Wallpaper. Needed to set a wallpaper on the launcher. Note: it is possible to change the wallpaper and then disable this package. Used wallpapers are s…com.sec.android.wfds.printpluginNeeded for Wi-Fi direct printing on Samsung devices.com.sec.automationTethering Automation enables sharing phone internet to the PC with a usb cable. Safe to remove (but it's a useful feature)com.sec.ims.androidIMS Framework Needed for Wifi callingcom.sec.internal.vsim.VSimServiceAppNon Sim Device Solution (NSDS) needed for VoLTE and VoWifi (Wifi Calling) if you have a virtual SIM. Enabled in devices without esims for some reason. Not sure…com.sec.knox.seandroidSamsung Knox security features. Can't be disabled or uninstalled without root.com.sec.knox.switcherKnox Secure Foldercom.sec.phoneAnother test/debug app used to test the proper functioning of phone calls. On Samsung, both `com.sec.phone` & `com.sec.android.app.SecSetupWizard` must be enab…com.sec.sveSecVideoEngineService is arguably a Samsung video engine service (handling enconding/decoding?) for displaying video through Samsung apps. 3 permissions: RECOR…com.sec.svoice.lang.de_DEThis is the German language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses. Path: /system/priv-app/SVoiceLang_GermanPack_D…com.sec.svoice.lang.en_USThis is the English language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses.com.sec.svoice.lang.es_ESThis is the Spanish language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses.com.sec.svoice.lang.fr_FRThis is the French language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses.com.sec.svoice.lang.it_ITThis is the Italian language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses.com.sec.svoice.lang.ru_RUThis is the Russian language pack for Samsung's old S Voice assistant, enabling speech recognition and responses.com.sec.usbsettingsUSBSettings Hidden settings. Lets you choose from ADB, MTP, RNDIS, ACM, DM (dial *#0808# to open) Runs at startupcom.sec.vsimserviceVSim Service Lets you use a virtual sim Has a LOT of permissions (and involving IMS service) Run at startup. FYI
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Can affect system features. Only if you know what you're removing. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.samsung.accessibilityAccessibility settings (useful for apps creating virtual buttons such as a pie-menu) Weirdly, removing this package can cause a bootloop if you set a lock code…com.samsung.android.app.clockpackSamsung Clock style Affects video playback in full-screen mode, breaks itcom.samsung.android.app.routinesSamsung Modes and Routines (previously aka Bixby Routines) — Automating actions triggered by context clues: location, time, or eventcom.samsung.android.app.telephonyuiSamsung Dialer UI. Disabling breaks Phone app settings and SIM Manager.com.samsung.android.biometrics.serviceIntelligent Scan for Samsung Galaxy S9(+) and Note 9. NOTE: Removing this will break Intelligent Scan.com.samsung.android.brightnessbackupserviceBackup brightness configuration May be used when reverting the brightness from a mode, routine, or powersaving mode.com.samsung.android.callassistantAppears to handle a whole bunch of AI services related to Gallery and Phone. Can break stuff in OneUI 6.1+com.samsung.android.camerasdkserviceSCameraService Camera SDK, probably used for the main camera app? There are a lot of features that I do not know if it is not only available to developers. App…com.samsung.android.cidmanagerSets the CSC for the phone depending on the SIM card. This is responsible for forcing you to restart when to activate the so-called features when inserting new…com.samsung.android.contactsSamsung contacts app?com.samsung.android.containerContainerService Creates container. Maybe not very useful. Someone can test?com.samsung.android.globalpostprocmgrGlobalPostProcMgr Unknown app, has Draft Recovery. Uninstalling breaks camera functionality.com.samsung.android.gruGalaxy Resource Updater Needed for galaxy store probably and not sure but also for system updates?com.samsung.android.honeyboardSamsung keyboard WARNING: do NOT disable if you don't have another keyboard with direct boot mode support, or you'll be stuck at boot (no keyboard to unlock th…com.samsung.android.knox.app.networkfilterknoxNwFilter Is responsible for Bluetooth to work.com.samsung.android.knox.kfbpKnox Frame Buffer Provider. Provides graphics buffer services for Knox UI/containers.com.samsung.android.knox.knnrKnox Neural Network Runtime. ML runtime used by some Knox/enterprise features.com.samsung.android.knox.sandboxKnox Sandbox. Isolation/sandboxing support for Knox secure environments.com.samsung.android.localeoverlaymanagerLocale Overlay Manager Has overlays about FOTA updates, Cleaning up files, checking setup completecom.samsung.android.mcf.autohotspotI believe this is not the Auto Hotspot feature itself, but a system module that manages the internal logic behind it. Its role is to coordinate automatic hotsp…com.samsung.android.MtpApplicationSamsung overlay for MTP Talks to com.android.mtp. Needed to access your phone from a computer for file transfer.com.samsung.android.networkstack.tethering.overlayonly found wifi configscom.samsung.android.nfcIt’s the main NFC module on Samsung devices. It handles contactless payments, card emulation for Samsung Pay, NFC tag reading and writing, and features like Wi…com.samsung.android.nfc.resources.defaultProvides default NFC configuration resources (booleans and polling delays). Contains no executable code.com.samsung.android.nfc.resources.japanOverlay for com.android.nfccom.samsung.android.packageinstallerRemoving it is Unsafe if there is no alternative.com.samsung.android.providers.carrierApp for install update to get latest features for your SIM card. It is hard to say how useful this app is.com.samsung.android.providers.contactsLikely same as com.android.providers.contacts, but for Samsung phones. Breaks messaging and calling services, as well as contact functionality.com.samsung.android.providers.mediaLikely same as com.android.providers.media; scans the device for media files and allows permitted apps access to them.com.samsung.android.providers.trashSecTrashProvider Trash feature for Galaxy phones since One UI 6.0 Allows users to delete and restore files from My Files, Gallery, Voice Recordings, etc. direc…com.samsung.android.secsoundpickerRingtone Picker.com.samsung.android.service.pentasticGlance Samsung S-Pen Gestures. Safe to remove?com.samsung.android.setting.multisoundSamsung Separate app sound Used to split audio different apps between phone speaker and bluetooth speaker. Pretty handy.com.samsung.android.sm_cnDevice care but in Chinese Samsung phones Is different from global, could break some important functions if removed.com.samsung.android.stextclassifierFrom Interface for providing text classification related features. The TextClassifier may be used to understand the meaning of text, as well as generating pred…com.samsung.android.sume.nn.serviceProvides the photo remaster feature in the Gallery app. Has the camera permission and can access all your medias but performs its job locally on the device.com.samsung.android.timezone.updaterTime Zone Updater Used to detect or set timezone.com.samsung.android.watch.watchface.companionhelperWatchfaces fail to load without this. Removing it also breaks editing and changing watchfaces.com.samsung.android.wcmurlsnetworkstackChina URL connection. generate_204 (it's only config, not sure if it's needed for checking wifi connection)com.samsung.android.wear.blockednumberBlocked number storage. Doesn't affect the dialer or contacts.com.samsung.android.wear.contacts.syncHandles 'open on phone' events. Also, settings often crash when this is uninstalled.com.samsung.android.wearable.samsungaccountSamsung account settings. Breaks settings app if uninstalled.com.samsung.android.wifi.largetcpbuffer.resourcesIt only provides configuration data with no executable code and adjusts Wi‑Fi TCP buffer sizes to optimized values Depending entirely on com.android.wifi.resou…com.samsung.android.wifi.softapwpathree.resourcesNo description.com.samsung.drmboostBoosts CPU performance during secure DRM (Digital Rights Management) playback by monitoring codec activity and applying a DVFS (Dynamic Voltage and Frequency S…com.samsung.euiccEuiccService eUICC refers to the architectural standards published by GSMA or implementations of those standard for eSIM, a device used to securely store one o…com.samsung.gamedriver.ex2100No description.com.samsung.gamedriver.sm8250No description.com.samsung.huxplatformNo description.com.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.gestural_no_hintGestural Navigation Barcom.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.gestural_no_hint_extra_wide_backNo description.com.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.gestural_no_hint_narrow_backNo description.com.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.gestural_no_hint_wide_backNo description.com.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.sec_gesturalGestural Navigation Barcom.samsung.internal.systemui.navbar.sec_gestural_no_hintGestural Navigation Barcom.samsung.packageinstalleroverlayIt's used to display an overlay window when installing or updating apps. Shows information about the app and provides the user with the option to cancel the pr…com.samsung.phone.overlay.commonPossibly the incoming-call screen?com.samsung.pregpudriver.ex2100No description.com.samsung.ssuNetwork Unlock Network unlock? It's needed for SIM probably.com.sec.android.app.camerasaverWeird app that has BootCameraService. Probably you can't uninstall it. In the code found things: createCameraPreviewSession, generateTextureIds, openCamera, se…com.sec.android.app.samsungappsSamsung Galaxy Store Samsung's app store, required for the Samsung Pay feature to work. You probably don't want this app, it's just a worse version of the Play…com.sec.android.CdfsCDFS MODE Launcher, it's CdfsService Probably needed for usb mtpcom.sec.android.inputmethodSamsung Keyboard Superseded by `com.samsung.android.honeyboard`.com.sec.android.soagentSystem application that is responsible for checking and installing software updates.com.sec.android.systemupdateSystemUpdate System updater for Samsung phones.com.sec.android.voltesettingsNeeded for VoLTE to function properly, which is a feature a lot of carriers now require.com.sec.app.TransmitPowerServiceThis app manages settings related to the transmit power of wireless communications on Samsung devices, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.com.sec.epdgSafe to remove if you're not using VoWifi. You need to know that: 3GPP is a standards organization for mobile telephony (2G/3G/4G/5G). Non-3GPP RAT refers to w…com.sec.imsIMS(Ip Multimedia Subsystem) is an open industry standard for voice and multimedia communications over packet-based IP networks (VoLTE/VoIP/Wifi calling). Don'…com.sec.imsserviceIMS(Ip Multimedia Subsystem) is an open industry standard for voice and multimedia communications over packet-based IP networks (VoLTE/VoIP/Wifi calling). Vide…com.sec.mhs.smarttetheringAuto Hotspot Needed for hotspots probably.com.sec.omadmsprOMADM has activation things and firmware updatescom.sec.unifiedwfcSamsung Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi calling app for Samsung. Wi-Fi calling may not work without the app
Essential: never touched (35)
Can stop the phone from starting up. Poda never touches it. Original descriptions from the UAD‑ng list.
com.samsung.android.app.soundpickerLets you select a sound for alarm/ringtonecom.samsung.android.applockSamsung App Lock Lets you lock your app (Settings > Advanced functions > App lock) You should lock your apps storing private data (provides data at rest encryp…com.samsung.android.clipboarduiserviceUser interface for clipboardcom.samsung.android.communicationserviceMessage Service. Needed for SMS/MMS communicationcom.samsung.android.ConnectivityOverlayNeeded for wificom.samsung.android.ConnectivityUxOverlayOverlay to wifi iconcom.samsung.android.incalluiUI when "being called/in call". It's basically the screen that shows you who is calling, lets you answer and hang up, switch to speaker, etccom.samsung.android.kgclientSamsung Payment Services Removing this package will LOCK YOU OUT of your device with a full-screen overlay message saying that Device Services was uninstalled …com.samsung.android.mtpMTP application It doesn't cause a bootloop, but its highly not recommended to remove it. This app is needed for transfer files to PC/Phone.com.samsung.android.networkstackI guess it's needed for wifi and it can be important appcom.samsung.android.SettingsReceiverSamsung overlay of AOSP Settings. It has 39 permissions. Handles interactions with features controlled by the settings.com.samsung.android.sm.policySCPM (Samsung Cloud Platform Manager) client. Allows the app to read data from the Samsung Cloud Platform Manager in order to authenticate your phone and confi…com.samsung.android.storage.watchstoragemanagerStorage manager. DO NOT REMOVE THIScom.samsung.android.timezone.autoupdate_OSamsung Time Zone Updater Used to automatically detect appropriate timezone REMOVING THIS WILL BOOTLOOP YOUR DEVICEcom.samsung.android.timezone.data_QStores timezone data?com.samsung.android.timezone.data_RCauses bootloop on any Samsung Galaxy A50 when removed. Rescue Party will be triggered, package manager service will fail to start. Device becomes unbootable. …com.samsung.android.timezone.data.PSamsung timezone data?com.samsung.android.timezone.data.updaterSamsung Time Zone Updater Used to automatically detect appropriate timezone. A similar Samsung package apparently bootloops the device if removed, so be carefu…com.samsung.android.wifi.decrease.scan.interval.resourcesNeeded for WiFi.com.samsung.android.wifi.h2e.resourcesneeded for wifi, has config values for thatcom.samsung.android.wifi.increase.scan.interval.resourcesNeeded for WiFi.com.samsung.android.wifi.resourcesBetter keep this for wifi.com.samsung.android.wifi.resources.qcNeeded for WiFi.com.samsung.android.wifi.resources.wifilockNeeded for WiFi.com.samsung.android.wifi.resources.wpa2Needed for WiFi.com.samsung.android.wifi.softap.resourcesNeeded for wifi.com.samsung.android.wifi.wapi.resourcesNeeded for WiFi.com.samsung.gamedriver.sm8550Samsung SM8550 GameDriver.com.samsung.knox.keychainKnox Key Chain Allows apps to sign data using system-wide private key/certificate pairs. So, even though the Android Keystore provides per-app access to creden…com.samsung.networkuiUser interface of the Mobile Network settingscom.samsung.ucs.agent.bootBoot agent UCS is a company which has partnered with Samsung to provide licenses for Samsung Knox I don't have precise information about the package itself but…com.samsung.vklayer.sm8250Vulkan GPU DRIVERcom.samsung.vklayer.sm8350GPU Drivercom.sec.android.app.launcherSamsung One UI Home launcher (homescreen) — It is also Samsung's TouchWiz default launcher WARNING: disabling this package breaks the multitasking navigation b…com.sec.android.app.simsettingmgrSIM card manager. Contains configuration and settings for handling dual SIM (give a SIM an icon, a name, and so on)