Soft degoogle on Android with Launchers (feddit.org)

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Pre-installed Google apps that can’t be uninstalled can be incredibly frustrating. But not everyone can afford a new phone (also not to mention the environmental impact), and rooting your device is not for everyone. The good news is, there is a simple solution for Android users: open-source launchers that let you hide those apps for good. Below, I’ve rounded up some options to help you take back control of your home screen:

Unfortunately, it is not that easy for iOS, but if you have more suggestions, I would love to read them in the comments

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[-] relic4322@lemmy.ml 3 points 9 months ago

I just started messing around with it myself. It is possible to mess up your phone, so yet disabling services with adb first, see if you run into problems. Wait like a week. Then remind them.

The cool thing is you can remove a ton of bloat via adb without root. It's pretty amazing

[-] merde@sh.itjust.works 2 points 9 months ago

you can easily brick your phone with adb. Just a heads up

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