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Debloat Samsung for Pixel like experience? (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 3 years ago by to c/android@lemmy.world
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So, there's been ample discussion in the corresponding community threads and Samsung has gotten a lot of hate there.

Sadly the S23 looks rather tempting to me, since the pixel 7a I replaced my 5 with is too big for my liking.

How much Pixel-like experience can I achieve if I uninstall all the Samsung bloatware? What will I miss out on? Do I have to expect it running sluggish or unstable? Or will I get any errors due to missing samsung software components? Will all the apps reinstall on updates?

And since OneUI6 is around the corner: Will the ADB-debloat also work with the newer version?

Thanks!

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[–] [S] 2 points 3 years ago (2 children)

Thanks for the tipps! I love how on lemmy privacy is a big concern. Seems I'll have to spend some time getting to know the tools mentioned.

Given that I'm not at all interested in creating a Samsung account and use any of their cloud services what are the the additional featues I would get?

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  • [–] 2 points 3 years ago*

    You don't need a Samsung account at all to use any of the addition features.

    Some of the useful features off the top of my head:

    • Long-press power button for torch (customisable)

    • Edge panel, which allows quick launching of apps and shortcuts

    • Ability to directly record the screen, or a portion of a screen, as a GIF

    • Video out over USB-C, and DeX mode which provides a desktop-like experience (although I believe Google will be finally introducing video out with Pixel 8)

    • Various multitasking enhancements such as: open any app in a popup window, change its transparency levels, enable no-pause multitasking so your split-window/popup apps continue running even if they're not in focus.

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  • [–] [B] 1 point 3 years ago

    Depends, the ultra has the spen. Modes and routines are also pretty neat.. most of the stuff comes with samsung can be used without a samsung account. Sadly, secure folders need a samsung account.

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