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[MOD] Apps that can be deleted due root

Now that we have got root, we can delete some of the Apps that are Preinstalled.
I wanted to make a list with Files that can be deleted without causing problems.
To delete any of this Files you need root + some sort of Root Explorer or Root Manager
I tested this with both of Leshaks ways of gaining root and used Root Explorer to delete the files.
The Direction where they can be found is /system/app
First off all the Standard Apps:
Aldiko eBook -> aldiko-standard-1.2.6.1....apk
Allshare -> Dlna
BuddiesNow -> Buddiesnow.apk
Clock -> clockpackage.apk
bookstore - bookstore.apk
Daily Briefing -> Infoalarm.apk
Layer -> Layer-samsung.apk
Memo -> Memo.apk
Mini Diary -> MiniDiary.apk
Myfiles -> Myfiles.apk
Messages -> MMS.apk
Navigation -> Navigation.apk
SozialHub -> undifinedInbox.apk
uTalk -> clientUTalk-03062010.apk
VoiceRecorder-> VoiceRecorder.apk
VoceDialer-> VoiceDialer.apk
Writeandgo -> Writeandgo.apk
LiveWallpapers:
LiveWallpapers.apk
LiveWallpaperpicker.apk
MagicSmokeWallpapers.apk
TATLivewallpapersAurora.apk
TATLivewallpapersBlueSea.apk
TATLivewallpapersDandelion.apk
TATLivewallpapersOceanwave.apk
VisualizationWallpapers.apk
pre installed Tw Wallpapers:
TwWallpaperChoos.apk
TouchwizWidgets:
Days.apk
Dualclock.apk
SamsungWidget_stockclock.apk
SamsungWidget_Feedandupdate.apk
SamsungWidget_Calenderclock.apk
SamsungWidget_Weatherclock.apk
I also tried to delete the Touchwiz Launcher and Replace it with the Launcher Pro Beta and it kinda worked. But there was a bugreport that said
"android.process.acore has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again. - Force close"
*update
Greetings

I tried using root explorer, es strongs, etc... to deleted system/app applications (such as the utalk application in the F5 firmware) and it keeps coming back!
how do you successfully remove those ?
and what is the APK for bookstore ? the russian one in F5 firmware.

Archius said:
I tried using root explorer, es strongs, etc... to deleted system/app applications (such as the utalk application in the F5 firmware) and it keeps coming back!
how do you successfully remove those ?
and what is the APK for bookstore ? the russian one in F5 firmware.
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Have you rooted youre Phone?

Here 2 more form XXJF5 \ XXJFB version
Bookstore.apk
Client_uTalk_03062010.apk

Yes I am rooted.
AG_Uni - I tried to delete client_utalk but it comes back when I refresh =(
I can access superuser fine though..

did you try to mount / as rw ?
and how did you gained root? with odin or adb
Btw:
I disabled the Tw launcher and installed Launcher Pro. Then i set Launcher Pro to default and restartet the Phone. Now Tw isnt even in the backround

I rooted using ADB
I didn't try to mount no.
thanks for your help though Jonas

Archius said:
I rooted using ADB
I didn't try to mount no.
thanks for your help though Jonas
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no problem, i havent tried root using adb but it shouldnt make a difference.
with csc, there is a tool that opens if a app wants to use root.
i am not familiar with adb root but perhaps you have to allow the programm to use root manual...

I've just rooted my phone and it's my first android experience so can I just go ahead and delete these APKs? They will automatically disappear from my widgets/app list or do I have to perform some sort of uninstall first?
(I'm comfortable enough with su/linux commands to understand what I'm doing)

Jonas.M said:
did you try to mount / as rw ?
and how did you gained root? with odin or adb
Btw:
I disabled the Tw launcher and installed Launcher Pro. Then i set Launcher Pro to default and restartet the Phone. Now Tw isnt even in the backround
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How did you disable it?

It is not recommended that you delete gtalkservice.apk. Even though it is primarly used for Gtalk, the market also leverages this for communication when downloading apps.

bigbuffalo said:
How did you disable it?
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Install Launcher Pro, then push the hardware button. A Window opens where you have to choose between the two launchers. You mark use as default and pick launcher pro. If you look at your Prozess you can see that tw launcher is still running. Now you have to reboot youre phone. Afterwards it should not be running anymore.-> Disable
megakid said:
I've just rooted my phone and it's my first android experience so can I just go ahead and delete these APKs? They will automatically disappear from my widgets/app list or do I have to perform some sort of uninstall first?
(I'm comfortable enough with su/linux commands to understand what I'm doing)
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First of all you have to install Root explorer. Then go to /system/app and simply delete the apk files that are linked to the apps you want to get loose.
But some apks like the tw launcher should not be deleted, because this still causes problems

Archius said:
Yes I am rooted.
AG_Uni - I tried to delete client_utalk but it comes back when I refresh =(
I can access superuser fine though..
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That's strange, I used Root Explorer have moved to SD (for backup) client_uTalk without any problems, even after reboot, I don't see it any more...
what are :
- snsaccount.apk
- snsprovider.apk

has to do with the social hub AG_Uni

I am a new user and need some help.
I gained root via ADB and have access to superuser. But I am unsure how to uninstall the system apk's I have a task manager and an install app plus I looked in the applications menu and no luck...

Anyone found out what are these for and if they are safe to remove?
1) SNS
2) Samsung Account
3) Factory test
4) Ics service
5) Device management
6) Badge something
7) Log provider'
wanting to remove all these for the longest time but dunno what they are for

raspdeep said:
Anyone found out what are these for and if they are safe to remove?
1) SNS
2) Samsung Account
3) Factory test
4) Ics service
5) Device management
6) Badge something
7) Log provider'
wanting to remove all these for the longest time but dunno what they are for
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SNS : seems to be a social hub (thanks to Archius), seems to be safe to remove
Factory Test, Log provider : Have read somewhere that it was safe, but not sure (didn't removed it my self)
Device Management: not safe!
Samsung Account & "Badge something" have no idea...

dan 6a said:
I am a new user and need some help.
I gained root via ADB and have access to superuser. But I am unsure how to uninstall the system apk's I have a task manager and an install app plus I looked in the applications menu and no luck...
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You can uninstall system apps using ADB or use app on the device something like Root Explorer or root manager...
with root explorer you can browse to /system/app and delete (or move to sd for backup) .apk that you want to uninstall.

AG_Uni said:
SNS : seems to be a social hub (thanks to Archius), seems to be safe to remove
Factory Test, Log provider : Have read somewhere that it was safe, but not sure (didn't removed it my self)
Device Management: not safe!
Samsung Account & "Badge something" have no idea...
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UnifiedInbox is Social hub, not SNS.. if you removed SNSProvider/SNSAccount, Facebook Samsung app will break (can't login) and I'm not sure if that's applicable for standard Facebook app or not.

zenkinz said:
UnifiedInbox is Social hub, not SNS.. if you removed SNSProvider/SNSAccount, Facebook Samsung app will break (can't login) and I'm not sure if that's applicable for standard Facebook app or not.
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Didnt noticed because Facebook S wasnt installed...
I'll edit

[Q] freeze system app

are there any way to freeze any system application without uninstall?
Does any one use root uninstall?
is it possible to rename file in system/app/ .apk to .backup
Thanks in advance to everyone..

1) Titanium Backup usually used to freeze apps effectively.
2) Root Explorer can be use to rename apk file and preventing it from running. I normally rename apk to rem. No reboot is required as it work immediately after rename done. If you ever need the app run again, just rename it back to apk and it run again.

Thanks so mutch....i think this question will be useful for everyone...
so...only one doubt....is it necessary to remve the relative file in data/data and in data/dalvik-cache??

Not need to remove anything if you're only want to freeze it or disable it like what I mentioned above.

thanks....i will try immediatly

I think,,, rooted device can use R.E renname the *.apk files (/system/app, /data/app)

dos5gw said:
I think,,, rooted device can use R.E renname the *.apk files (/system/app, /data/app)
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We already talk about it if you read again above. It's assumed OP Defy's is rooted...

bloat freezer is back on the market

[Q] How to install latest TWRP Recovery on B506 Firmware?

I have update B506 firmware via local update. Now, I want to install TWRP recovery.
Can anyone explain how to install TWRP recovery on B506 firmware. I have read so many threads for the installation of TWRP recovery on P6 but neither worked on my P6. I will be much obliged for step-wise procedure.
Regards.

What about checking the Sticky Thread on the top of this forum?
HERE
It's a detailed step by step process...

jimbo77 said:
What about checking the Sticky Thread on the top of this forum?
HERE
It's a detailed step by step process...
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Thanks dear
I have followed the steps and successful in installing the TWRP recovery.
One thing more, If I want to downgrade from B506 to B111, what procedure should I follow as I am feeling problems in some Chinese apps that are annoying?

ShahKashif said:
Thanks dear
I have followed the steps and successful in installing the TWRP recovery.
One thing more, If I want to downgrade from B506 to B111, what procedure should I follow as I am feeling problems in some Chinese apps that are annoying?
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Chinese apps are no issue. Just root yr device, and uninstall all system apps with Titanium backup root (download in appstore)

edward0181 said:
Chinese apps are no issue. Just root yr device, and uninstall all system apps with Titanium backup root (download in appstore)
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I am unable to uninstall these system files with the message "Failed to locate the apk file"?
What should I do?

Use root explorer and navigate to /system/priv-app and from them manually delete them

jimbo77 said:
Use root explorer and navigate to /system/priv-app and from them manually delete them
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Does the app uninstall with that method ?
And what is the logic behind having an apk file saved in the system folder ? Because mere saving it does not install the app. So i was wondering why the apk is retained after install.

warea said:
Does the app uninstall with that method ?
And what is the logic behind having an apk file saved in the system folder ? Because mere saving it does not install the app. So i was wondering why the apk is retained after install.
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It does go away if you delete the .apk file from that folder, only downside is that you'll have a left over in your data folder but it will not any harm other than taking a few bytes of your disk space, but it will not re run or cause any other issue to the phone.
If you save an app on any system folder it will automatically be installed at next boot, Android does this with the system folder. Even if you didn't installed the app in the user space it will generate a "system data folder" for that without the need of "installing it". Also remember that most System apps are give the system UID which pretty much enables them to run at boot etc... So if you don't delete the app from the system folder it will come back at every boot.

jimbo77 said:
use root explorer and navigate to /system/priv-app and from them manually delete them
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this worked for me. Thanks a lot for your precious help.

[Q] Why cant i sign in to google? on my SM-T700

I've reset my device and everything but can't sign in to googleplay/gmail/google! Why? Is it a temporary problem or anything wrong with the device? Can or Will you fix it?*
It *says *that COULD NOT CONNECT TO SERVER and change your connection or whatever! Why is this so? I need it fixed! I can't fiND the answer anywhere
Or is it a location problem?
And ive unrooted my Device now! So no Root methods!
Kindly give me a step to step reply of making it work! Please. Waiting for reply

angerfist962 said:
Hi mate, i had the same problem on my s4 after i bought it... I jsut had to format my phone and everything was fixed
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Thanks!
And the format means to backup and reset device right?!

These problems usually happen because of the wrong hosts file includings so you should delete the hosts file and reboot your device but i am sorry cause you need root. To do it use es file explorer in root explorer mode or any other root explorers you know then switch to the root directory of your phone go to system/etc/ and then you can find a file named hosts.txt there then delete that file and reboot. It should do the trick.

Monstercat007 said:
Thanks!
And the format means to backup and reset device right?!
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yea... in the options there is option to format, in the storage place u know

Rooted....... Now?
Now I've rooted so now tell me someway through which I can delete the hosts file? Ed file Explorer... I know it... but what to do in it? Anger fist...

Thread move to Galaxy Tab S Q&A

Bro i think i gave the whole instruction i attach some pictures you can see how to find that hosts file if you enabled root explorer in es tools section in fast access bar you will be able to delete that file and then reboot. It should do it i had that problem 3 months with my sgs3 and then i find this way and fixed it. GL

My problem is solved ! I deleted host file and I can access my google account
JohnSmit268 said:
These problems usually happen because of the wrong hosts file includings so you should delete the hosts file and reboot your device but i am sorry cause you need root. To do it use es file explorer in root explorer mode or any other root explorers you know then switch to the root directory of your phone go to system/etc/ and then you can find a file named hosts.txt there then delete that file and reboot. It should do the trick.
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My problem is solved ! I deleted host file and I can created/access my google account from my tablet Galaxy Tab S 8,4' Thank You !
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Cant delete system app with ROOT?

Hi!
I have A9 EEA rooted couple days ago and trying to uninstall system app like MI video etc etc but everytime im try to uninstall with lucky patcher he told me i need ROOT but my phone is already rooted....any tip???

roberto_1986 said:
Hi!
I have A9 EEA rooted couple days ago and trying to uninstall system app like MI video etc etc but everytime im try to uninstall with lucky patcher he told me i need ROOT but my phone is already rooted....any tip???
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First of all, LP is a topic that can't really be discussed here, since it's against the warez part of the forum rules.
If you want to uninstall a system app and you do have root, you can do it via a root explorer (with MiXplorer for example). Just go to the root folder "/" then find the system folder. And you app will be in a folder inside the app or priv-app folder. "/system/app/your app" or "/system/priv-app/your app"
Delete the entire folder of your app once you found it, then reboot, and that should do it.
Remember that uninstalling system apps may brick your device (if you uninstall the wrong ones), but you want to uninstall the stock videoplayer so I don't think it is a problem.

Raiz said:
First of all, LP is a topic that can't really be discussed here, since it's against the warez part of the forum rules.
If you want to uninstall a system app and you do have root, you can do it via a root explorer (with MiXplorer for example). Just go to the root folder "/" then find the system folder. And you app will be in a folder inside the app or priv-app folder. "/system/app/your app" or "/system/priv-app/your app"
Delete the entire folder of your app once you found it, then reboot, and that should do it.
Remember that uninstalling system apps may brick your device (if you uninstall the wrong ones), but you want to uninstall the stock videoplayer so I don't think it is a problem.
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well ty.

Raiz said:
First of all, LP is a topic that can't really be discussed here, since it's against the warez part of the forum rules.
If you want to uninstall a system app and you do have root, you can do it via a root explorer (with MiXplorer for example). Just go to the root folder "/" then find the system folder. And you app will be in a folder inside the app or priv-app folder. "/system/app/your app" or "/system/priv-app/your app"
Delete the entire folder of your app once you found it, then reboot, and that should do it.
Remember that uninstalling system apps may brick your device (if you uninstall the wrong ones), but you want to uninstall the stock videoplayer so I don't think it is a problem.
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One thing bro...
after im rooted my phone my bootloader its locked again....i need to keep locked or unlocked?
because if im using MI unlock he will wipe all and im scared to lost my ROOT....ANY SOLUTION? ty