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93 KiB
Bash
1939 lines
93 KiB
Bash
#!/usr/bin/env bash
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declare -a samsung=(
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"android.autoinstalls.config.samsung"
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# Samsung's implementation of the "necessary apps" that need to be downloaded upon first setting up the device.
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"com.aura.oobe.samsung"
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# AppCloud
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# It offers the "Aura out-of-the-box experience" (OOBE)
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# It's an app who promotes some other apps (and encourages you to install them)
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# Developped by IronSource (an Israeli advertising company)
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# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IronSource
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# https://aura.ironsrc.com/tools/drive-app-downloads/
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# https://arxiv.org/pdf/2010.10088.pdf
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# Has way too much permissions.
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"com.cnn.mobile.android.phone.edgepanel" # (Samsung-exclusive)
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# CNN Edge panel. Twitter trends, and news from CNN.
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"com.enhance.gameservice"
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# Legacy game Optimizing Service (was replaced by com.samsung.android.game.gos)
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# Is supposed to "improve" game performance.
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"com.hiya.star" # also called android-ss-service-lib (Samsung-exclusive)
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# Third-party that provides caller profile information to help consumers identify incoming calls and block unwanted ones.
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# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiya_(company)
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# https://hiya.com/
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# NOTE : Never trust a company which promotes spam blocking features
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# https://itmunch.com/robocall-caught-sending-customers-confidential-data-without-consent/
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#
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# Have a look at their privacy policy. That's... pretty scary : https://hiya.com/fr/hiya-data-policy
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# Needed for Samsung Smart Call (com.samsung.android.smartcallprovider)
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"com.knox.vpn.proxyhandler" # KNOX stuff
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# Samsung Knox allows business and personal content to "securely" coexist on the same handset.
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# This package handle proxy along side KNOX
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"com.mygalaxy"
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# My Galaxy (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mygalaxy)
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# Entertainment hub and life-services application
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# Lets your access videos, music and gaming and gives quick access to services such as cabs, movies, recharge and bill payment,
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# food ordering, travel, hyper local deals and Samsung Care, among others.
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"com.mobeam.barcodeService"
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# The Beaming Service enables your device to beam (relay) barcodes, as found on digital coupons, event tickets, library cards, loyalty
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# cards and membership cards to 1D red laser and Image based scanners prevalent at nearly every retail store and checkout stand around the world.
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# Mobeam is a 3-party (https://mobeam.com/)
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"com.samsung.app.jansky"
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# Multi-lines settings
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# Lets you have multiple virtual phone numbers.
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# This feature is only available on some US carrier-locked devices
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# https://www.reddit.com/r/GalaxyS8/comments/6esiub/tmobile_s8s8_multiline_setting_is_awesome/did2pur/
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"com.samsung.aasaservice"
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# Sometimes, eat a LOT of battery (according to some reddit users)
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# Security policy apps (kind of things which prevents installation of applications)
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"com.samsung.accessory"
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# Samsung Accessory Service (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.accessory)
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# Lets you transfer data between your Samsung phone and Samsung accessories (GALAXY Gear/Watch...)
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"com.samsung.accessory.beansmgr"
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# Gear IconX Plugin (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.accessory.beansmgr)
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# Allows you to use features such as device settings and status view when connected to a Samsung Gear IconX (2018) device.
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"com.samsung.accessory.safiletransfer"
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# SASystemProviders
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# Needed for Samsung Accessory Service
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"com.samsung.android.aircommandmanager"
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# AirCommandManager manager
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# 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 Pen.
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# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/air-command/
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"com.samsung.android.airtel.stubapp"
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# My Airtel Stub app
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# My Airtel is a customer service app designed for Airtel subscribers in Sri Lanka
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# This pasckage isn't the app itself but only a stub.
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# It's basically a non-functional empty shell which often only redirect you to the PlayStore to download the full app
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"com.samsung.android.allshare.service.mediashare"
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# Samsung Allshare service (now called SmartView).
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# Used to stream content from your phone to a Samsung smart TV.
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# https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/smart-view-2/
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"com.samsung.android.app.accesscontrol"
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# Samsung Interaction control
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# Settings > Accessibility > Dexterity and interaction (or vol. down + home key)
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# Allows you to restrict some functions of your phone (stop the phone from interacting with touch commands for instance)
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"com.samsung.android.app.advsounddetector"
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# Samsung Sound detectors
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# Uses microphone to identify recognizable sounds. For example, if it recognizes a baby's cry, it can alert you with flashing lights so
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# you know to check on your baby. Or it can notify you if it hears the doorbell ring so you know to open the door.
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#
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# adv maybe refers to 'Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology' (or simply means 'advanced')
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"com.samsung.android.app.appsedge"
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# Samsung apps edge (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/apps-edge/)
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# Displays your five most frequently used apps for you to access at a moment’s notice.
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"com.samsung.android.app.assistantmenu"
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# Assistant menu
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# Designed for individuals with motor control or other physical impairments.
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# By using Assistant menu, you can access hardware buttons and all parts of the screen by simply tapping or swiping.
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# https://www.samsung.com/uk/accessibility/mobile-assistant-menu/
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"com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facear.preload"
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"com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facear3d.preload" # Default 3D live stickers
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"com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.stamp.preload"
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# Annoying Stickers/stamps of the Samsung camera app. C'mon it feels like Snapshat.
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# https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/stickers
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# Safe to remove
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"com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facearframe.preload" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# Frames sticker ?
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# I don't know what this sticker is and I don't have this package.
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"com.samsung.android.app.camera.sticker.facearavatar.preload"
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# Kid avatar stockers on Samsung camera ? (not sure)
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"com.samsung.android.app.clipboardedge"
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# Clipboard edge panel
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"com.samsung.android.app.cocktailbarservice"
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# Edge screen
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# Enables you to open your five most used apps by simply swiping the edge of the screen.
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# Swipe one of the edges of the screen to bring up information even when your device is locked (with the screen off).
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# You can also set it up to display the news or weather, for example.
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"com.samsung.android.app.color"
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# Color adjustment
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# Samsung's adaptive super AMOLED screen optimizes the color range, saturation, and sharpness of the picture depending on what you're watching or doing.
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# This package lets you to manually customize the color settings to match your preferences.
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"com.samsung.android.app.dressroom" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# Samsung Wallpapers
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# Wallaper manager from the launcher. You can probably remove it and still set a wallpaper from the Gallery.
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# Can someone check?
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# Has INTERNET permission and... ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION
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"com.samsung.android.app.episodes"
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# Samsung story album (https://www.samsung.com/in/support/mobile-devices/what-is-story-album-application-in-samsung-galaxy-s4/)
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"com.samsung.android.app.filterinstaller" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# Filter installer
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# I have no clue about the usefulness of this package. Maybe it filters apps that are not compatible with the phone.
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# This package is only triggered when you install an app (private class PackageIntentReceiver)
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"com.samsung.app.highlightplayer"
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# Samsung Story Video Editor
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# Lets you edit your videos stories
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"com.samsung.android.app.interactivepanoramaviewer"
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# Visual. photo virt.
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# Samsung Virtual Shot Viewer enable sharing virtual shot
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# Safe to remove if you don't want virtual photos.
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"com.samsung.android.app.ledbackcover"
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"com.samsung.android.app.ledcoverdream"
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# I think it enable doing things with LEDs on the cover
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# https://www.samsung.com/hk_en/mobile-accessories/led-cover-for-galaxy-s10/EF-KG973CBEGWW/
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# HOW IT WORKS : https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/accessories/how-led-cover-t3686694
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"com.samsung.android.app.omcagent"
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# Open Market Customization Agent
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# By default, the device prevents from being customized by a source other than Knox Configure.
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# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/knox-configure/normal-mode.html
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"com.samsung.android.app.memo"
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# Samsung Memo (was replaced by Samsung Notes app : com.samsung.android.app.notes)
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"com.samsung.android.app.mhswrappertmo"
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# Mobile Hotspot
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# Is it linked to T-Mobile ? ("tmo" at the end of the package)
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# You can debloat this and still create hotspot.
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"com.samsung.android.app.mirrorlink"
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# Used to connect your phone to a car (with https://mirrorlink.com/ support) in order to provide audio streaming, GPS navigation...
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# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00048972/
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"com.samsung.android.app.news"
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# News Samsung app
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# Doesn't exist anymore?
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"com.samsung.android.app.notes"
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# Samsung Notes app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.app.notes)
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"com.samsung.android.app.panel.naver.v"
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# Naver V Panel
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# Special samsung panel for the very useless V LIVE (formerly Naver V) app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.naver.vapp)
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# V LIVE is an app that features personal video broadcasts of South Korean celebrities
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# This panel also includes Naver Shopping (https://shopping.naver.com/)
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"com.samsung.android.app.pinboard"
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# Samsung Scrapbook (discontinued)
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# https://www.samsung.com/za/support/mobile-devices/how-do-i-use-the-scrapbook-memo-feature-on-my-samsung-galaxy-note3/
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"com.samsung.android.app.reminder"
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# Samsung bixby reminder (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/bixby/reminder/)
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# Set up smart reminders to get notified when and where you need to. You can even link websites, videos, photos and more.
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# Uses wifi/data regularly.
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"com.samsung.android.app.routines"
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# Samsung bixby routines (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/bixby-routines/)
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# Automating actions triggered by context clues: location, time, or event
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"com.samsung.android.app.sbrowseredge"
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# Related to internet browser. For Galaxy Edge ?
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"com.samsung.android.app.settings.bixby"
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# Bixby settings (Bixby = Samsung intelligence assistant)
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"com.samsung.android.app.simplesharing"
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# Samsung Link Sharing
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# Lets you share large size files by using the Samsung Cloud.
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# https://www.samsung.com/au/support/mobile-devices/what-is-link-sharing/
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"com.samsung.android.app.social"
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# I know this has been discontinued by Samsung but that it.
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# Surely a social app like Samsung Members (com.samsung.oh)
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"com.samsung.android.app.spage"
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# Bixby Home is a vertically scrolling list of information that Bixby can interact with for example weather, fitness activity and buttons
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# for controlling their smart home gadgets.
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"com.samsung.android.app.storyalbumwidget"
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# The Story Album widget enables you to access the Story Album app and create digital picture albums that you can view and acess directly
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# from the widget on a Home screen.
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# Old feature (from Galaxy S4)
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"com.samsung.android.app.talkback"
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# Voice assistant. Accessibility feature
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# Screen Reader to provide audible feedback to assist blind and low-vision users.
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"com.samsung.android.app.taskedge"
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# Handle task edge panel
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# Through Tasks edge, you can quickly perform frequently used tasks, such as composing messages and creating events.
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# https://www.samsung.com/levant/support/mobile-devices/galaxy-s7-edge-how-do-i-add-tasks-edge/
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"com.samsung.android.app.tips"
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# Tips on how to use your phone"
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"com.samsung.android.app.vrsetupwizards"
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"com.samsung.android.app.vrsetupwizardstub"
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# Samsung Gear VR (Virtual Reality) setup wizard (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Gear_VR)
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# https://360samsungvr.com/portal/content/about_samsung_vr
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# Stub = https://stackoverflow.com/questions/10648280/what-is-stub-and-aidl-for-in-java
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# 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.
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# It's the setup for Samsung VR services.
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"com.samsung.android.app.watchmanager"
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# Samsung Galaxy Wearable (Samsung Gear) (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.app.watchmanager)
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"com.samsung.android.app.watchmanagerstub"
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# Stub for the watch manager. See above
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# Stub = https://stackoverflow.com/questions/10648280/what-is-stub-and-aidl-for-in-java
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"com.samsung.android.app.withtv"
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# WitTV (replaced by com.sec.android.app.withtv)
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# Used to stream content from your phone to a Samsung smart TV.
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# https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/smart-view-2/
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"com.samsung.android.ardrawing"
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# AR Doodles (accessible through AR Zone)
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# Lets you draw on your face using the front camera and uses AR Core for drawing on the environment with the rear camera.
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# Only Sasmung AR app (afaik) that requests location access, and it refuses to run without it
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"com.samsung.android.arzone"
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# AR Zone
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# https://www.samsung.com/levant/support/mobile-devices/which-features-are-available-in-the-ar-zone-in-the-galaxy-z-flip/
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# Lets you access other AR apps.
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"com.samsung.android.aremoji"
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# AR Emoji mode for Samsung camera
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# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/ar-emoji/
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"com.samsung.android.aremojieditor"
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# AR Emoji Editor
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# Edits those AR people emoji things
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"com.samsung.android.asksmanager"
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# Samsung device protection manager.
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# It's anti-theft feature. I couldn't find exactly what does the samsung layer to the already existing android device protection :
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# https://www.greenbot.com/article/2904397/everything-you-need-to-know-about-device-protection-in-android-51.html
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"com.samsung.android.authfw"
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# Used by Samsung Pass
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# Biometric authentication service that can be used to sign in to websites and apps in your mobile.
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# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-pass/
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"com.samsung.android.bbc.bbcagent" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# BBCAgent (B. B. Container Agent?)
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# Collects device information and manages installation/uninstallation of trusted apps in KNOX containers
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"com.samsung.android.bbc.fileprovider"
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# KNOX BBC Provider.
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# Provider for KNOX BBC
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# Reminder : Content providers help an application manage access to data stored by itself, stored by other apps,
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# and provide a way to share data with other apps.
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"com.samsung.android.beaconmanager"
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# Replaced by Samsung Smart Things (com.samsung.android.ststub)
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# Allows users to control, automate, and monitor their home environment via mobile device.
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# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SmartThings
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# Bixby (Samsung intelligence assistant)
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# Enable or Disable access to S-Voice or Bixby voice controls.
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# This does not prevent access to other voice-controlled apps, only the Samsung-provided ones.
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.agent" # Bixby voice
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.agent.dummy" # Bixby Voice Stub
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.es.globalaction"
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.plmsync"
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.service" # Bixby Service
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.voiceinput"
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"com.samsung.android.bixby.wakeup" # Bixby voice wake-up
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"com.samsung.android.bixbyvision.framework" # BixbyVision Framework
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"com.samsung.android.calendar"
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# Samsung Calendar App
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"com.samsung.android.coreapps"
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# Samsung Enhanced features
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# Files and profiles sharing feature. It may be called "Enhanced messaging".
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# Using this service lets Samsung to automatically collect your phone number, contact list and messages
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# https://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s6-edge/523172-enhanced-features.html
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# https://www.samsung.com/za/support/mobile-devices/what-is-enhanced-messaging/
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"com.samsung.android.da.daagent"
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# Samsung dual messenger (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/dual-messenger/)
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# Allows you to use two separate accounts for the same app.
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"com.samsung.android.dlp.service"
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# SamsungDLPService (KNOX). Old feature. Was replaced by SDP (Sensitive Data Protection)
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# Data Loss Prevention (DLP) feature
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# SDP is good because it allows to have encrypted data at rest (= decryption keys not in RAM) even when your phone is on.
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# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/whitepaper/kpe/sensitive-data-protection.htm
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# https://docs.samsungknox.com/knox-platform-for-enterprise/admin-guide/sensitive-data-protection.htm
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"com.samsung.android.dqagent"
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# Samsung Device Quality Agent
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# Monitors how the device uses wifi. Has the ability to identify network operator related data.
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# Find mention of some packages in the Java code :
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# - com.samsung.android.app.mobiledoctor (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.heartwiseVcr)
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# - com.samsung.android.dhr (Device Health Report)
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# - om.salab.act (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jquiz.act)
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# - kr.co.avad.diagnostictool (unkown stuff from South Korea)
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#
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# 2 hard-coded URL strings : PRD="https://dc.dqa.samsung.com" | STG="https://stg-dc.dqa.samsung.com"
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# PRD = Portable recording devices and STG = Security Threat Group 2 terms related to law enforcment.
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"com.samsung.android.drivelink.stub"
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# Stub for car mode
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# REMINDER : Stub = https://stackoverflow.com/questions/10648280/what-is-stub-and-aidl-for-in-java
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"com.samsung.android.dynamiclock"
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# Samsung Dynamic Lock
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# Automatically changes your Lock screen’s wallpaper
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# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00084210/
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"com.samsung.android.gearoplugin"
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# Gear S Plugin (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.gearoplugin)
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# Plugin for com.samsung.android.app.watchmanager
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"com.samsung.android.easysetup"
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# Samsung Connect Easy Setup (now SmartThings)
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# Used to connect every Samsung device you have in your house.
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# What's weird is that Galaxy S10 has this package (available nowhere) but S9 has com.samsung.android.oneconnect
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# available on the Playstore (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.oneconnect)
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#
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# Needs "com.samsung.android.beaconmanager" to be useful.
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"com.samsung.android.email.provider"
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# Samsung email app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.email.provider)
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|
||
"com.samsung.android.emojiupdater" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# AR Emoji updater
|
||
# This package has no permission so I wonder how it can update anything.
|
||
# See com.samsung.android.aremoji
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.fast"
|
||
# Samsung Secure Wi-Fi
|
||
# Samsung VPN service powered by McAfee
|
||
# https://www.pcmag.com/news/mcafee-samsung-partner-on-built-in-security-vpn-for-galaxy-s9
|
||
# https://www.ctrl.blog/entry/what-is-samsung-secure-wi-fi.html
|
||
# Note: If you need to use a VPN use something more trustworthy*
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.fmm"
|
||
# Find 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.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/find-my-mobile/
|
||
# https://findmymobile.samsung.com/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.game.gamehome"
|
||
# Samsung Game Launcher
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/game-launcher/
|
||
# All in one hub for mobiles games
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.game.gametools"
|
||
# Samsung Game Tools (https://www.samsung.com/au/support/mobile-devices/how-to-use-game-tools/)
|
||
# Let you record and share screenshots of your game-play.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.game.gos"
|
||
# Samsung Game Optimizing Service
|
||
# Is supposed to "improve" game performance.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.gametuner.thin"
|
||
# Samsung Game Tuner (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.gametuner.thin)
|
||
# Game Tuner is advanced setting app. It enables you to change the resolution and frames per second settings
|
||
# in mobile games that require tuning for different Android devices, and thereby control heat generation and battery drain.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.hmt.vrshell"
|
||
# Gear VR Shell
|
||
# Gear VR : https://360samsungvr.com/portal/content/about_samsung_vr
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.hmt.vrsvc"
|
||
# Gear VR Service
|
||
# See above.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.icecone"
|
||
# Keyboard 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.intelligenceservice2"
|
||
# It 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 rootkit for the NSA).
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrier_IQ
|
||
# https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?s=c85df628dfc39c3a971e6f9cfa98cbb8&p=54071328&postcount=6
|
||
# This package also have very stranges permissions : READ_PLACE / WRITE_PLACE. I couldn't find any explaination on the web.
|
||
# So either it's a useless samsung package either it's a spyware. I delete it and I didn't notice anything bad.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.ipsgeofence"
|
||
# IPSGeofence
|
||
# IPS = Indoor Positioning System.
|
||
# The concept of Indoor Positioning System designates a network of connected devices within a building making it possible
|
||
# to trace the position of another device – and therefore potentially of a person – in environments where GPS systems are
|
||
# not efficient .
|
||
# Geofencing is a technique which consists in activating preconfigured actions when a device enters a
|
||
# certain geographical area. For example, a user can use it to automatically turn on Wi-Fi and home lights when their smartphone
|
||
# is detected nearby.
|
||
# In short, if enabled, this app will track your location everywhere and all the time!
|
||
# https://www.comparitech.com/blog/vpn-privacy/what-is-geofencing-privacy/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.keyguardwallpaperupdator"
|
||
# Lets you customize your Samsung device with different images (provided by Samsung) on the lock screen.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.kidsinstaller"
|
||
# Samsung Kids Home (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-kids-home/)
|
||
# Lets you shape a "safe environment" for your child.
|
||
# NOTE : You shouldn't give your phone to a child. That bad !
|
||
# https://ifstudies.org/blog/a-smartphone-will-change-your-child-in-ways-you-might-not-expect-or-want
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.knox.attestation"
|
||
# KNOX Attestation
|
||
# Lets you check the integrity of a Samsung Android device by connecting to a Samsung Attestation server.
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/whitepaper/kpe/attestation.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.knox.containeragent" # Older version of "com.sec.knox.containeragent2" ?
|
||
"com.samsung.android.knox.containercore"
|
||
# KNOX Work profile/space
|
||
# Providess an isolated environment to store data (see Secure Folder)
|
||
#
|
||
# Note : With Knox 3.4, Knox containers are now deprecated and replaced by Android work profiles.
|
||
# Comunicate with Samsung servers :
|
||
# - https://vas.samsungapps.com (App updates)
|
||
# - http://cn-ms.samsungapps.com (APK Server)
|
||
#
|
||
# https://support.samsungknox.com/hc/en-us/articles/115012547907-What-URLs-do-I-have-to-whitelist-to-make-Samsung-apps-work-with-an-authenticated-proxy-
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.knox.containerdesktop" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Knox Container Desktop
|
||
# Provides UI for the work(space) container?
|
||
# See "com.samsung.android.knox.containeragent"
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.livestickers"
|
||
# Deco Pic (accessible through AR Zone)
|
||
# Camera app with stickers and snapchat-like filters
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.location"
|
||
# IMO it handles GPS needs for some samsungs apps. I have it removed on my phone and I still can use the GPS with a 3-party app.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mateagent"
|
||
# Samsung 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, without having to install additional applications.
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/codelab/SDC18-experiences/Galaxy-Friends
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mdecservice" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung Call & Text
|
||
# Not 100% sure but by looking at the recompiled java code it seems the apps provides a way to receive call and SMS on
|
||
# Samsung accessories. In any case it is only usful for Samsung IoT stuff.
|
||
# Embeded Google Firebase analytics
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mdm"
|
||
# MDMApp (Mobile Device Management app)
|
||
# Used to monitor and manage remotely mobile devices.
|
||
# For exemple locking split-screen, blocking safe mode boot, enabling branding logo in the lock screen, remotely configuring IMAP email...
|
||
# Most likely related to KNOX
|
||
# https://www.samsungknox.com/en/solutions/it-solutions/knox-manage
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/tech-insights/knox/mobile-device-management
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mdx"
|
||
# Link to Windows Service
|
||
# Works in conjunction with the Microsoft Your Phone app and activates a connection to your PC on Windows
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mdx.kit"
|
||
# MDE Service Framework
|
||
# MDE = Multi Devices Experience (https://www.samsung.com/levant/multi-device-experience/)
|
||
# Framework for IoT stuff.
|
||
# Asks for a LOT of dangerous permissions
|
||
# Interacts with "com.samsung.android.mobileservice" and "com.osp.app.signin"
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mdx.quickboard"
|
||
# Media & Devices feature
|
||
# Kind of a hub for managing medias played on smart devices (e.g play music to 2 Bluetooth devices simultaneously with Dual audio)
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support/mobile-devices/media-and-device-feature/
|
||
# Has a lot of permissions and asks for ACESS_COARSE_LOCATION
|
||
# Removing this package do not prevent you to connect your phones to smart devices.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mobileservice"
|
||
# Samsung Experience Service (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.mobileservice)
|
||
# Handle you samsung account and is needed to use some samsung apps features.
|
||
# It allows you to use multiple Samsung apps, such as Samsung Health, Samsung Pay, Galaxy Apps, Samsung Members, and SmartThings,
|
||
# with your Samsung account credentials.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.net.wifi.wifiguider"
|
||
# Wi-Fi Tips
|
||
# I've never seen any "wifi tips" so I'm not sure if this app has any other functionality
|
||
# Upon reinstalling a notification pops up saying "Analyzing Wi-Fi" for a few seconds, no idea what it's doing
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.networkdiagnostic"
|
||
# Network Diagnostic
|
||
# Autostart after boot. 9 permissions (including ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION : precise GPS location) + 1 unknown permission : SEC_FACTORY_PHONE
|
||
# Seems to be telemetry.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.oneconnect"
|
||
# Samsung Smart Things (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.oneconnect)
|
||
# Lets you manage all your Samsung and SmartThings-compatible devices.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/smartthings/
|
||
#
|
||
# Probably needs com.samsung.android.beaconmanager
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.personalpage.service"
|
||
# Private mode (was replaced by Secure Folder)
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/what-is-private-mode-and-how-do-i-use-it/
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.provider.shootingmodeprovider"
|
||
# Provide camera modes (when you swipe left fromt the camera app)
|
||
# Safe to remove (but it is quite useful)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.providers.context"
|
||
# Spyware
|
||
# https://www.eteknix.com/samsungs-context-service-may-take-data-collection-surveillance-worrying-levels/
|
||
# https://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/2328363/samsung-context-service-will-collect-user-data-to-share-with-developers
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.rubin.app"
|
||
# Customization Service
|
||
# Collect a massive amount of data (https://www.samsung.com/us/account/customization-service/)
|
||
# Basically everything you do on your phone.
|
||
# For "a better user experience" blablabla...
|
||
# Used to display customized advertisements about products and services that may be of interest to you
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.samsungpass"
|
||
# Samsung Pass app
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-pass/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.samsungpassautofill"
|
||
# Auto Fill for Samsung Pass
|
||
# Once your account information is registered, you can use iris, fingerprint, or face recognition to sign in.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00082282/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.samsungpositioning"
|
||
# Run 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.sdk.handwriting" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Handwriting Service
|
||
# Only for Samsung Note?
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/sg/support/mobile-devices/how-do-you-convert-handwriting-to-text-and-other-formats-using-s-pen-and-samsung-notes/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.sdk.professionalaudio.utility.jammonitor"
|
||
# Professional Audio
|
||
# Allows you to create virtual instrument applications with Android.
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/html/techdoc/ProgrammingGuide_ProfessionalAudio.pdf
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.sdk.professionalaudio.app.audioconnectionservice" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# AudioConnectionService
|
||
# 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 remove if you want.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.shortcutbackupservice"
|
||
# ShortcutBNR
|
||
# Related to smartSwitch Samsung Cloud features
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.sdm.config"
|
||
# Configuration Update for Samsung Deskphone Manager (SDM)
|
||
# SDM allows a user to synchronize your smartphone with a IP deskphone
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.slinkcloud"
|
||
# Samsung Cloud Gateway
|
||
# NEEDED FOR Scloud app
|
||
# A cloud storage gateway is designed to provide interoperability between different data protocols used
|
||
# in a client (Scloud app)/server cloud architecture.
|
||
# MORE INFO : https://searchstorage.techtarget.com/definition/cloud-storage-gateway
|
||
#
|
||
# Needs a lot of permission (including the dangerous one : READ_PHONE_STATE)
|
||
# It means the app has the ability to read the device ID (e.g. IMEI or ESN) and phone number.
|
||
# https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission#READ_PHONE_STATE
|
||
#
|
||
# Hardcoded Alibaba (chinese) server IP (42.120.153.17)
|
||
# https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/2ef5367f700d2644fc51d2cdd8dd0ce97e9a6594cb5b89052537037c5a7aac56?environmentId=200
|
||
# https://web.archive.org/web/20200604093347/https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/2ef5367f700d2644fc51d2cdd8dd0ce97e9a6594cb5b89052537037c5a7aac56?environmentId=200
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.smartface"
|
||
# SmartFaceService
|
||
# Used to automatically detects faces when using the Samsung camera
|
||
# NOTE : This package has nothing to do with face unlock (com.samsung.android.bio.face.service)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.smartswitchassistant" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung SmartSwitch
|
||
# Lets you transfer your data from your old (Samsung) phone to your new one.
|
||
# Needed for com.sec.android.easyMover?
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.stickerplugin" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# StickerPlugin
|
||
# Not sure if this package also provides stickers for camera. I don't have it so I can't test
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/stickers
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.sm"
|
||
# Smart Manager app
|
||
# Provides pretty useless optimizing features using Chinese company Qihoo database.
|
||
# Automatically scans and optimizes data usage to preserve battery levels, manage storage and RAM
|
||
# https://www.privateinternetaccess.com/blog/android-community-worried-about-presence-of-chinese-spyware-by-qihoo-360-in-samsung-smartphones-and-tablets/
|
||
# https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-9/help/samsung-services-dialling-home-to-china-t3894033
|
||
|
||
# Samsung Cloud (https://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-cloud)
|
||
"com.samsung.android.scloud" # Samsung Cloud app
|
||
"com.samsung.android.scloud.auth" # Handle authentifcation for Samsung cloud
|
||
"com.samsung.android.scloud.sync" # Samsung cloud synchronisation service
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.sconnect"
|
||
# Samsung Quick connect (discontinued ?)
|
||
# In theorie, it lets you connect your phone to a variety of devices over Wifi
|
||
# that support multiple protocols — including Wifi Direct and Miracast — to display photos, video or audio.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/tv-audio-video/what-is-screen-mirroring-and-how-do-i-use-it-with-my-samsung-tv-and-samsung-mobile-device/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.securitylogagent"
|
||
# Security Log Agent
|
||
# https://www.androidexplained.com/galaxy-note-9-disable-security-log-agent/
|
||
# Run in the background and monitore your device for any change to the /system partition.
|
||
# NOTE : When you root your phone, it will constantly tell you that your device is modified.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.service.livedrawing"
|
||
# Live Message enables you to draw your own animated GIFs or emojis.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/live-message/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.mfi"
|
||
# Galaxy Widget (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.mfi)
|
||
# Provide you with quick access to information without requiring you to open the app that manages this information
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/ie/support/mobile-devices/what-are-widgets-and-how-do-i-add-them-to-my-android-smartphone-or-tablet/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.service.peoplestripe"
|
||
# People Edge
|
||
# Gives you immediate access to your favorite contacts from the edge of your phone.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/people-edge/
|
||
# https://videotron.tmtx.ca/en/topic/samsung_galaxys9/using_people_edge.html
|
||
# It gives you immediate access to your favorite contacts from the edge panel.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.service.travel"
|
||
# Samsung Travel Wallpaper (discontinued)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.smartcallprovider"
|
||
# Samsung Smart Call
|
||
# Provides caller profile information to help consumers identify incoming calls and block unwanted ones.
|
||
# Also related to the 'local places' feature in Samsung dialer.
|
||
# Relies on Hiya (see com.hiya.star)
|
||
# TL;DR : Really bad for privacy.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.smartmirroring"
|
||
# Samsung Smart View
|
||
# Enable you to mirror screen your phone to a TV
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/smart-view-2/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.spayfw"
|
||
# Samsung Pay Framework needed for Samsung Pay
|
||
# See below
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.spay"
|
||
# Samsung Pay (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.spay)
|
||
# Samsung Pay is a mobile payment and digital wallet service by Samsung Electronics that lets users make payments using compatible phones
|
||
# and other Samsung-produced devices
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Pay
|
||
# NOTE : Samsung Pay is KNOX dependant and will never work again if you root your phone.
|
||
# FYI : Your data are sold (https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-pay-new-privacy-policy-your-data-sold/)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.spaymini"
|
||
# Samsung Pay Mini
|
||
# Same service as Samsung Pay but for online payments only and is available on all compatible android devices (not only Samsung devices)
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/in/samsung-pay/mini/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.spdfnote"
|
||
# Write on PDF (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.spdfnote)
|
||
# PDF annotator
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.stickercenter"
|
||
# Sticker center. Used to retrieve stickers from the web in the camera app.
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/stickers
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.ststub"
|
||
# Allows users to control, automate, and monitor their home environment via mobile device.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SmartThings
|
||
# REMINDER : stub = https://stackoverflow.com/questions/10648280/what-is-stub-and-aidl-for-in-java
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.svcagent"
|
||
# Impossible to know what this system app does. It has full access to internet network anyway.
|
||
# Safe to remove
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.svoice"
|
||
# Samsung Voice (S Voice) was replaced by bixby on Samsung Galaxy S8(+) and newer phones.
|
||
# Virtual mobile personal assistant capable of running a basic tasks through voice command alone.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/s-voice/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.svoiceime"
|
||
# Samsung voice input
|
||
# Voice input powered by Bixby. See above.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.themecenter"
|
||
# Samsung theme center
|
||
# Run at startup and enable you to download theme from samsung
|
||
# Safe to remove
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.themestore"
|
||
# Galaxy Themes
|
||
# Official Samsung app for modifying your smartphone's theme.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/galaxy-themes/
|
||
# You'll still be able to change your wallpaper without this app (from the Gallery app)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.tripwidget"
|
||
# Discontinued package (used in Galaxy S4) handling trip wallpaper widget.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.unifiedprofile" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# My Profile
|
||
# Related to Samsung Members?
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.universalswitch"
|
||
# Universal Switch lets you designate certain touches or gestures to control specific actions on your phone.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/uk/accessibility/mobile-universal-switch/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.visionarapps"
|
||
# "AR apps"
|
||
# Not really sure what this is, but the icon is Bixby as an eye so I assume it's for accessing AR stuff through Bixby.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.visioncloudagent"
|
||
# VisionCloudAgent
|
||
# 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 is related to Dropbox.
|
||
# Given the Vision in the package name there is a link with Bixby.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.visionintelligence"
|
||
# Bixby Vision
|
||
# Augmented reality camera that can identify objects in real-time and potentially offer the user
|
||
# to purchase them online, translate text, read QR codes, and recognize landmarks.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/bixby/vision/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.voc"
|
||
# Samsung Members (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.voc)
|
||
# The other version is "com.samsung.oh".
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.voicewakeup"
|
||
# Voice wake-up for using Bixby
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00080448/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.weather"
|
||
# Samsung Weather
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.wellbeing"
|
||
# Digital Welbeing (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.wellbeing)
|
||
# is a feature which shows apps dashboard through which one can see how much time any application opened and
|
||
# also swiping to different screens allows you to see breakdowns by day, by hour and by app.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.widgetapp.yahooedge.finance"
|
||
# Special edge panel widget for Yahoo Finance
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.widgetapp.yahooedge.sport"
|
||
# Special edge panel widget for Yahoo Sport
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.crane"
|
||
# Call+ (https://support.vodafone.co.uk/Vodafone-apps/Call-and-Message/60900956/What-is-Call.htm)
|
||
# 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 package anyway.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.daydream.customization"
|
||
# Samsung customization for Google Daydream VR headset (https://arvr.google.com/daydream/)
|
||
# NOTE : Google discontinued Daydream in 2019 and it no longer works on Android 10 Samsung devices
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.desktopsystemui"
|
||
# Samsung DEX UI
|
||
# Extends your smartphone into a "desktop computing experience".
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/samsung-dex/how-it-works
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.ecomm"
|
||
# Shop Samsung (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.ecomm)
|
||
# App where you can buy all (and only) Samsung products.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/explore/shop-samsung-app/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.enhanceservice"
|
||
# Enhanced service is the process for Samsung cloud messaging (equivalent to iMessage on iOS).
|
||
# Messages on Samsung phones can be transmitted through either the network carrier or the non-archived Samsung service
|
||
# (which is transmitted over wireless data).
|
||
# This features is available in stock samsung SMS app settings.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.faceservice" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Face service detection
|
||
# Same shared user id as com.samsung.ipservice, com.samsung.mlp, com.samsung.cmh
|
||
# Needed for face recognition in the Gallery and maybe
|
||
# NOTE : Removing this package *should* not break face unlock (confirmation needed)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.fresco.logging" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Fresco Logging Service
|
||
# Fresco is an android library for managing images and the memory they use (https://github.com/facebook/fresco)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.groupcast"
|
||
# Samsung 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 network.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/in/support/mobile-devices/what-is-group-play-in-samsung-smartphones/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.helphub"
|
||
# Not sure if this package still exist.
|
||
# Provide help
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.hiddennetworksetting"
|
||
# Set of hidden network settings (inlcuding frequency bands choice)
|
||
# How to see these settings : https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/q-hidden-network-settings-pie-t3914421/page4
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.ipservice" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Same shared user id as com.samsung.faceservice, com.samsung.mlp, com.samsung.cmh
|
||
# Used by Galaxy Finder & Galaxy Vision to access web data
|
||
# Do removing this package break face/content recognition?
|
||
#
|
||
# Name and permissions of this package suggest that it is used by Galaxy Finder to seek stuff on the web.
|
||
# Same shared user id as com.samsung.faceservice, com.samsung.mlp, com.samsung.cmh
|
||
|
||
########## KNOX ###########
|
||
# Provides a list of security features—both hardware and software—that allow business and personal content to securely coexist on the same handset
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Knox
|
||
# https://images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/p5/ch/business/enterprise-edition/Knox_Platform_for_Enterprise_Whitepaper_2019.pdf
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.klmsagent"
|
||
# Checks the validity of your KLM/KPE (Knox Licence Manager) licence.
|
||
# This packages is needed for Samsung Health (com.sec.android.app.shealth) and probably all Knox related apps (like secure folder, samsung Pay...)
|
||
#
|
||
# Note: KLM licences are depreciated. Samsung now only support KPE (Knox Platform for Enterprise) keys.
|
||
# KPE keys are provided by Samsung and enable app's developers to access knox features.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.android.knox.analytics.uploader"
|
||
# Knox Analytics Uploader
|
||
# Sends analytcs to Samsung
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.knox.knoxtrustagent"
|
||
# Knox Quick Access allows users to access the Knox Workspace container using wearables such as the Galaxy Gear S2.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.knox.kss" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Knox Keyguard. Not much more information
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.knox.securefolder"
|
||
# Knox Secure Folder (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.knox.securefolder)
|
||
# Create a secure space on your device to encrypt and store your private data and apps.
|
||
# https://www.samsungknox.com/en/solutions/personal-apps/secure-folder
|
||
# NOTE: The key used to encrypt the files is not derived from the password you use to unlock the secure folder
|
||
# but rather from a key stored in the hardware that is set in the factory.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.knox.securefolder.setuppage"
|
||
# Provides the setup process when opening secure folder (com.samsung.knox.securefolder) for the first time
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.logwriter"
|
||
# LogWriter
|
||
# 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)
|
||
# app is completed (probably "com.aura.oobe.samsung")
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.mdl.radio"
|
||
# Samsung Milk Music (discontinued in 2016)
|
||
# It was a freemium online music streaming service, with music streams and a recommendation engine powered by Slacker Radio.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk_Music_(streaming_service)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.mlp"
|
||
# Samsung content recognition.
|
||
# mpl= Media Learning Platform. Has permissions linked to com.samsung.cmh and com.samsung.android.visionintelligence
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.mdl.radio.radiostub"
|
||
# Milk Music (shut down by Samsung)
|
||
# It was a music streaming app
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milk_Music_(streaming_service)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.oh"
|
||
# Samsung Members (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.oh)
|
||
# Samsung community. It's a kind of social media app for Samsung users.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-members/
|
||
# OOOPS ! https://bgr.com/2019/10/31/samsung-members-dong-pic-oops/
|
||
# The other version is "com.samsung.android.voc".
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.rcs" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# RCS (Rich Communication Services)
|
||
# Has permissions linked to com.samsung.cmh, and com.samsung.android.visionintelligence (and I don't understand why)
|
||
# RCS is a communication protocol between mobile telephone carriers and between phone and carrier, aiming at replacing SMS.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rich_Communication_Services
|
||
# Note that it uses IP protocol so you need to connect to Wifi/3G/4G... to take advantage of it.
|
||
#
|
||
# It's a hot mess right now. It aims at being universal but you still need to have a Samsung Messages
|
||
# or Google Message. 3-party apps can't support it because google hasn't released a public API yet.
|
||
#
|
||
# In a lot of country messages go through Google's Jibe servers.
|
||
# https://jibe.google.com/policies/terms/
|
||
#
|
||
# https://pocketnow.com/why-you-should-probably-avoid-googles-rcs-text-messaging-chat-feature
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.safetyinformation"
|
||
# Some safety information telling you not to put your phone in your eyes (it's not a joke)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.SMT"
|
||
# Samsung Text To Speech
|
||
# Generate synthesized audio output from a text
|
||
# Works with applications such as S Voice and translation apps that require Text-To-Speech (TTS) functionality
|
||
# https://galaxystore.samsung.com/detail/com.samsung.SMT
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.storyservice"
|
||
# Samsung StoryService
|
||
# Create stories in the Gallery from your pictures and videos.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/what-is-video-collage-and-how-do-i-use-it/
|
||
# Use of content recognition (so may be related)
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.svoice.sync"
|
||
# Samsung Voice service
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.systemui.bixby"
|
||
"com.samsung.systemui.bixby2"
|
||
# System UI for Bixby/Bixby2
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.tmovvm"
|
||
# Samsung Visual Voicemail (for T-mobile only)
|
||
# Allows you to review and manage your voicemail directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need to dial into your mailbox.
|
||
# https://mobile.spectrum.com/support/article/360001296667/samsung-visual-voicemail
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.ucs.agent.boot"
|
||
# Boot agent
|
||
# UCS is a company which has partnered with Samsung to provide licenses for Samsung Knox
|
||
# https://www.ucssolutions.com/blog/samsung-knox/
|
||
# I don't have precise information about the package itself but there are chances that it verifies some files on boot. If theses files are not verified
|
||
# then it prevent the phone to boot
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.ucs.agent.ese"
|
||
# eSE 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 Management) APIs and framework.
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/dev/knox-sdk/faqs/general/what-is-universal-credential-management_-ucm.htm
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/security/ese/
|
||
# See above
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.visionprovider"
|
||
# Provider for Bixby Vision (com.samsung.android.visionintelligence)
|
||
# Manages access to data stored by itself, stored by other apps, and provide a way to share these data with other apps.
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.voiceserviceplatform"
|
||
# Samsung Voice (for Galaxy S7)
|
||
# Virtual mobile personal assistant capable of running basic tasks through voice
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/s-voice/
|
||
|
||
"com.samsung.vvm"
|
||
"com.samsung.vvm.se"
|
||
# Samsung Verizon Voicemail
|
||
# Allows you to review and manage your voicemail directly from your smartphone, eliminating the need to dial into your mailbox.
|
||
# You can scroll through your messages, pick the ones you want to listen to, and erase them right from your device's screen.
|
||
# https://mobile.spectrum.com/support/article/360001296667/samsung-visual-voicemail
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.allsharecastplayer"
|
||
# Screen Mirroring (only in Galaxy S6)
|
||
# Cast your mobile screen to a TV.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/2012-allshare-play/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.apex"
|
||
# Samsung ApexService
|
||
# Provides a motion photos player/viewer
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/motion-photo/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.applinker"
|
||
# Related to FeliCa Networks (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FeliCa / https://www.felicanetworks.co.jp/en/).
|
||
# FeliCa is contactless RFID smart card system mainly used for wallet function on mobile devices
|
||
#
|
||
# Has the permission INSTALL_PACKAGES
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.billing"
|
||
# Samsung billing/Checkout
|
||
# Used to purchase apps through Samsung Store application that is delivered with Samsung phones.
|
||
# Acts as bridge between Samsung Store and payment servers.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.camera"
|
||
# Samsung camera app
|
||
# Safe to remove (but not recommanded)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.bluetoothtest"
|
||
# Bluetooth Test
|
||
# Hidden feature accessible by entering *#*#232331#*#* in the samsung dialer
|
||
# Was calling home back in 2015 (https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s5/help/bluetoothtest-apk-calling-home-t3035182)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.chromecustomizations"
|
||
# Samsung stuff on the homepage of Google Chrome
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.DataCreate"
|
||
# Automation 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 (accessible by typing these codes in the samsung dialer) :
|
||
# - *#3282*727336*# (Status of data usage)
|
||
# - *#273283*255*3282*# (Data create menu)
|
||
# - 273283*255*663282* (Backup all media files)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.desktoplauncher"
|
||
# Samsung 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 contraction of "Desktop eXperience".
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_DeX
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.diagmonagent"
|
||
# Diagnostic Monitoring Agent
|
||
# Used to send diagnostic data to Samsung
|
||
# Data collection from Settings > Biometrics and security > Send diagnostic data
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.dictionary"
|
||
# Samsung Dictionary is is an app that enables you to manage all the dictionaries stored on your Samsung device.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.easysetup"
|
||
# Core of Samsung SmartThings (formerly Samsung Easy Setup)
|
||
# See com.samsung.android.easysetup
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.factorykeystring"
|
||
# DeviceKeyString : Dialable hidden diagnostic/debug app
|
||
# Dial *#0283# to open audio LoopbackTest control, dial *#2663# for TSP firmware update
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.gamehub"
|
||
# Samsung Game Hub
|
||
# Was replaced by "com.samsung.android.game.gamehome"
|
||
# https://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/the-samsung-game-hub-explained-1143450
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.hwmoduletest"
|
||
# HwModuleTest, a hardware hidden test app (dial *#0*# to open it).
|
||
# Fun low-level stuff to see in there
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.magnifier"
|
||
# Lets 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.myfiles"
|
||
# Samsung file manager app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.myfiles)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.mt"
|
||
# The Mobile tracker is a security feautre in your device that if someone inserts a new SIM card in your device the device will automatically
|
||
# sends the SIM contact number to specified recipients to help you locate and recover you device.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/nz/support/mobile-devices/what-is-mobile-tracker/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.ocr"
|
||
# Optical Read (feature replaced by Bixby Vision : com.samsung.android.visionintelligence)
|
||
# Lets you scan or extract text or data from images, documents, business cards, or QR codes.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.parser"
|
||
# DRParser Mode
|
||
# Secret code parser
|
||
# Support for hidden samsung apps launched via secret codes
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.quicktool"
|
||
# The 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.ringtoneBR" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung ringtone backup/restore feature
|
||
# Where is this feature? (available from Samsung Galaxy S9)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.samsungapps"
|
||
# Samsung Galaxy Store
|
||
# Samsung app store.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_Store
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.safetyassurance"
|
||
# Safety assurance is related to emergency features. It is especially used for SOS messages.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/nz/support/mobile-devices/samsung-sos-smart-phone-emergency-message-guide/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.sbrowser"
|
||
# Samsung web browser (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.scloud" # [APK_NEEDED]
|
||
# I guess it's the core of Samsung scloud.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.SecSetupWizard"
|
||
# Samsung 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 the setup for Samsung services.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.servicemodeapp"
|
||
# SysDump hidden app
|
||
# Low-level debugging and diagnostics tools (dial *#9900# to open it)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.setupwizardlegalprovider"
|
||
# SetupWizardLegalProvider
|
||
# 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 basics of setting up your device is the android setup wizard.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.shealth"
|
||
# Samsung Health (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.shealth)
|
||
# Serves to track various aspects of daily life contributing to well being such as physical activity, diet, and sleep.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Health
|
||
# S Health data are stored in a Knox container (with HIPAA compliance)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.sns3"
|
||
# Samsung 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.setupwizard"
|
||
# Samsung 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 reset)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.suwscriptplayer"
|
||
# SuwScriptPlayer
|
||
# Seems to be another test app which test some "scripts"
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.sysscope"
|
||
# Checks after every boot if the ROM and kernel have been modified. This package is only present on Verizon-locked phones.
|
||
# Verizon has the ability to check if your device has root access (content://com.verizon.security/ROOT_STATUS)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.translator"
|
||
# Samsung Translater (S Translater)
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/support/mobile-devices/what-is-s-translator-and-how-does-it-work/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.voicenote"
|
||
# Samsung Voice recorder (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.voicenote)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.withtv"
|
||
# Samsung Smart View
|
||
# Allows you to cast your phone screen to the TV.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/smart-view-2/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.wlantest"
|
||
# wlan test
|
||
# Hidden test app responding to the #232339*# and *#232338*# secret codes
|
||
# FYI : wlan = wireless LAN (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireless_LAN)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.AutoPreconfig"
|
||
# Auto 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.cover.ledcover"
|
||
# Samsung LED cover service
|
||
# Display stuff on the LED case.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshooting/TSG01001489/
|
||
# HOW IT WORKS : https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/accessories/how-led-cover-t3686694
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.daemonapp"
|
||
# Unified 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.
|
||
# The data is used by apps such as the Alarm, Calendar app and the camera.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.desktopcommunity" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung DeX panel
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.app.dexonpc"
|
||
"com.sec.android.desktopmode.uiservice"
|
||
# Samsung DeX
|
||
# Extends your smartphone into a "desktop computing experience".
|
||
# Concretely this lets you access all your mobile apps and content from a computer.
|
||
# Only works on Windows/MacOS. You will need to install the Samsung DeX app on your computer.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_DeX
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-dex/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.easyMover"
|
||
# Samsung Smart Switch Mobile (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.easyMover)
|
||
# Allows you to easily transfer content (contacts, photos, music, notes, etc.) to a new Samsung Galaxy device.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/smart-switch/
|
||
# https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smart_Switch
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.easyMover.Agent"
|
||
# Smart Switch Agent
|
||
# Needed to use Smart Switch. See above.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.easyonehand"
|
||
# Samsung Easy One Hand mode (replaced by One Hand Operation + : com.samsung.android.sidegesturepad)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.fido.uaf.asm"
|
||
# Fido is a set of open technical specifications for mechanisms of authenticating users to online services that do not depend on passwords.
|
||
# https://fidoalliance.org/specs/u2f-specs-1.0-bt-nfc-id-amendment/fido-glossary.html
|
||
# https://fidoalliance.org/specs/fido-v2.0-rd-20170927/fido-overview-v2.0-rd-20170927.html
|
||
#
|
||
# The UAF protocol is designed to enable online services to offer passwordless and multi-factor security by allowing users to register their device
|
||
# to the online service and using a local authentication mechanism such as iris or fingerprint recognition. .
|
||
# https://developers.google.com/identity/fido/android/native-apps
|
||
#
|
||
# The UAF Authenticator-Specific Module (ASM) is a software interface on top of UAF authenticators which gives a standardized way for FIDO UAF clients
|
||
# to detect and access the functionality of UAF authenticators and hides internal communication complexity from FIDO UAF Client.
|
||
# Source : https://fidoalliance.org/specs/fido-uaf-v1.0-ps-20141208/fido-uaf-asm-api-v1.0-ps-20141208.html
|
||
#
|
||
# Safe to remove if you don't use password-less authentification to access online servics
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.fido.uaf.client"
|
||
# Fido 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 application, mobile application, platform(i.e. android/ios).
|
||
# See above
|
||
#
|
||
# Safe to remove if you don't use password-less authentification to acess online servics
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.game.gamehome"
|
||
# Samsung 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 play the most.
|
||
# Recommends games based on your profile.
|
||
# https://galaxystore.samsung.com/prepost/000004906980?appId=com.samsung.android.game.gamehome
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.mimage.avatarstickers"
|
||
# Samsung My Emoji Stickers
|
||
# Let you turn yourself into an emoji. Woah ! What an incredible feature...
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00078920/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.mimage.gear360editor"
|
||
# 360 Photo Editor
|
||
# Lets you edit the 360-degree photos you took.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.preloadinstaller"
|
||
# Very shady apk. According to if you're chinese or not, Samsung mount an hidden partition during the first boot and install some apps.
|
||
# https://nitter.net/fs0c131y/status/1046689524691218432#m
|
||
# Archive : https://web.archive.org/web/20200107110205/https://nitter.net/fs0c131y/status/1046689524691218432
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.providers.security" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Provider (handles access) for certain security policies
|
||
# It seems to provide access to a password database but I don't know under what circumstances this database is used.
|
||
# This provider is only usable by Samsung apps
|
||
# I see a com.android.security.PASSWORD_EXPIRED intent filter in the AndroidManifest so my guess is it handles password policies.
|
||
# Typically, a policy that could force user to change their password after a certain amount of time.
|
||
# This is mainly useful for enterprises.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.provider.snote"
|
||
# Content provider for S Note (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-notes/).
|
||
# REMINDER : Content providers help an application manage access to data stored by itself, stored by other apps,
|
||
# and provide a way to share data with other apps. They encapsulate the data, and provide mechanisms for defining data security
|
||
# Source : https://developer.android.com/guide/topics/providers/content-providers.html
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.RilServiceModeApp"
|
||
# Service mode RIL hidden app. Used for debug and diagnostics
|
||
# dial *#0011# for modem connectivity info, *#9090# for diagnostics control
|
||
#
|
||
# RIL means Radio Interface Layer. It's the bridge between Android phone framework services and the hardware.
|
||
# https://wladimir-tm4pda.github.io/porting/telephony.html
|
||
# https://stackoverflow.com/questions/11111067/how-does-modem-code-talk-to-android-code
|
||
# Samsung RIL is a add on from Samsung : Modem <=> Linux kernel <=> libsamsung-ipc <=> Samsung-RIL <=> Android framework <=> Android applications
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.service.health"
|
||
# Samsung Health Service
|
||
# Needed for Samsung Health (com.sec.android.app.shealth)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.sidesync30"
|
||
# SideSync (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 of your phone on the computer.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/levant/support/side-sync/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.splitsound"
|
||
# SplitSoundService
|
||
# Provides ability to play music on the smartphone and an external speaker at the same time
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/nz/support/mobile-devices/samsung-separate-app-sound/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.uibcvirtualsoftkey"
|
||
# UIBC (User input back channel)
|
||
# Allows users to experience the dual monitor function, with the keyboard and mouse having the ability to control your smartphone device.
|
||
# Either discontinued (for the benefit of Smart View : com.samsung.android.smartmirroring) or related to Smart View.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.widgetapp.diotek.smemo"
|
||
# Samsung Memo widget (was replaced by Samsung Note : com.samsung.android.app.notes)
|
||
# Partnership with 3-party DIOTEK : https://www.diotek.co.kr/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.widgetapp.easymodecontactswidget" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Favourite Contacts widget
|
||
# Lets you add favorite contacts to home screen
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/au/getstarted/advanced/create-favourite-contacts-on-your-home-screen/
|
||
# Is it only usable when enabling the "simple use" senior mode?
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.widgetapp.samsungapps"
|
||
# Galaxy Essential widget
|
||
# Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung Apps.
|
||
# From the Galaxy Essentials widget you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/my/support/mobile-devices/what-is-galaxy-essentials-and-how-can-i-add-or-remove-it-from-my-smartphone-home-screen/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.android.widgetapp.webmanual"
|
||
# User Manual
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00077583/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.app.RilErrorNotifier"
|
||
# RilNotifier
|
||
# Debug app for the RIL
|
||
# See "com.sec.android.RilServiceModeApp"
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.bcservice"
|
||
# Broadcast Service
|
||
# Diagnostic/debug hidden app. TCP dump.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.downloadablekeystore"
|
||
# Keystore 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 enterprise to update certificates on the device.
|
||
# NOTE : It allow IT admins to install certificates while the device is still locked.
|
||
# This means certificates can be silently installed into a keystore without any interaction from the device-user.
|
||
# It uses the KNOX TIMA (Named Trust-zone-based Integrity Measurement Architecture) that allows storage of keys in the container for certificate signing using the TrustZone hardware platform.[16]
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/dev/knox-sdk/about-keystores.htm
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/dev/knox-sdk/faqs/general/what-is-the-knox-tima-ccm.htm
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/whitepaper/kpe/client-certificate-manager.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.enterprise.knox.attestation"
|
||
# KNOX Attestation
|
||
# Lets you check the integrity of a Samsung Android device by connecting to a Samsung Attestation server.
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/whitepaper/kpe/attestation.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.enterprise.knox.cloudmdm.smdms"
|
||
# Knox Enrollment Service
|
||
# mdm = mobile device management = software used by an IT department to monitor employees' mobile devices.
|
||
# Used to enroll/register a large number of phones to the KNOX MDM service
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/admin/knox-mobile-enrollment/enroll-your-devices.htm
|
||
# FYI : https://blog.quarkslab.com/abusing-samsung-knox-to-remotely-install-a-malicious-application-story-of-a-half-patched-vulnerability.html
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.enterprise.knox.shareddevice.keyguard"
|
||
# KNOX shared device keyguard.
|
||
# Knox Configure Shared Device feature enables multiple users to access the same device without sharing data across multiple devices.
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/KC-Getting-Started/Content/about-shared-device.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.enterprise.mdm.services.simpin"
|
||
# Entreprise 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 of security software used by an IT department to monitor employees' mobile devices.
|
||
# KNOX-dependent.
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/tech-insights/knox/mobile-device-management
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.enterprise.mdm.vpn"
|
||
# Entreprise VPN service
|
||
# I couldn't find information about this package. No permissions asked too.
|
||
# See above for MDM signification
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.epdgtestapp"
|
||
# Test app for ePDG (see com.sec.epdg)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.everglades"
|
||
# Samsung Hub (discontinued)
|
||
# It was a cloud-based music service launched by Samsung. It allowed users to listen to music from a variety of Samsung devices
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Music_Hub
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.everglades.update"
|
||
# SamsungHub Updater (discontinued - See above)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.factory"
|
||
# Device Test app
|
||
# Diagnostic hidden app.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.factory.camera"
|
||
# Camera Test (dial *#34971539# to open CameraFirmware Standard)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.factory.iris.usercamera"
|
||
# Camera Iris User Test (by dialing *#0*#)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.hiddenmenu"
|
||
# IOTHiddenMenu
|
||
# Hidden menu used to access other hidden debug apps (those accessible with a secret code)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.imslogger"
|
||
# IMS Logger provide logging optins.
|
||
# Security flaw : https://nitter.net/fs0c131y/status/1115889065285562368
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.kidsplat.installer"
|
||
# Kids Mode (replaced by Kids Home : com.samsung.android.kidsinstaller)
|
||
# Samsung Kids Home (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/kids-mode/)
|
||
# Lets you shape a safe environment for your child to happily explore and connect with the world.
|
||
# NOTE : You shouldn't give your phone to a child. That bad !
|
||
# https://ifstudies.org/blog/a-smartphone-will-change-your-child-in-ways-you-might-not-expect-or-want
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.bluetooth"
|
||
# KNOX bluetooth
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/knox-platform-for-enterprise/admin-guide/bluetooth.htm
|
||
# NOTE : This not affect regular bluetooth.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.bridge"
|
||
# Debug Bridge ?
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.containeragent2"
|
||
# Samsung Knox Container (v2 ?)
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/whitepapers/knox-platform/app-container.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.foldercontainer"
|
||
# Needed by KNOX Secure folder (com.samsung.knox.securefolder)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.knoxsetupwizardclient"
|
||
# KNOX SetupWizardClien
|
||
# 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 the setup for Samsung KNOX services.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.packageverifier"
|
||
# KNOX Verifier
|
||
# Used to scan nstalled packages
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.shortcutsms"
|
||
# Knox shortcut to switch to workspace
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/knox-platform-for-enterprise/admin-guide/workspace-shortcuts.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.knox.switcher"
|
||
"com.sec.knox.switchknoxI"
|
||
"com.sec.knox.switchknoxII"
|
||
# Handles switches between KNOW/Work container and personnal profile.
|
||
# It also manage data sharing between them.
|
||
# https://docs.samsungknox.com/dev/knox-sdk/container-data-sharing-policies.htm
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.location.nsflp2"
|
||
# Samsung Location
|
||
# I just know this doesn't impact on GPS stuff.
|
||
# It seems to be only used along samsung apps.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.mldapchecker"
|
||
# MLDAP log. Still a big thing to explain.
|
||
# LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol; I don't know what the M means. Mobile ?) is an open, vendor-neutral, industry standard application
|
||
# protocol for accessing and maintaining distributed directory information services over an IP network.
|
||
#
|
||
# Directory service refers to the collection of software, hardware, and processes that store and organize everyday items and network resources
|
||
# (folders, files, printers, users, groups, devices, telephone numbers...)
|
||
# It looks like a database but it's different.
|
||
# The thing that Directory service excels at is fast lookups for rarely changing data (email, username etc...)
|
||
# Differences between database and Directory Service : https://www.c-sharpcorner.com/article/directory-services-vs-rdbms/
|
||
#
|
||
# LDAP uses a relatively simple, string-based query to extract information from Active Directory. LDAP can store and extract objects such as usernames
|
||
# and passwords in Active Directory, and share that object data throughout a network.
|
||
# Example of LDAP usage : https://stackoverflow.com/questions/239385/what-is-ldap-used-for/592339
|
||
#
|
||
# I don't know why and how Samsung uses LDAP. This package, according to its name only does logging.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.modem.settings"
|
||
# Name : 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.phone"
|
||
# A another test/debug app used to test the proper functioning of phone calls.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.readershub"
|
||
# Samsung Books (discontinued)
|
||
# All-in-one e-Reading solution that offers instant access to thousands of e-reading contents.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.smartcard.manager"
|
||
# Smart Card Manager
|
||
# Smart Card enables communication with Secure Elements (SIM card, embedded Secure Elements, Mobile Security Card...)
|
||
# This packages seems to be Samsung implemnentation.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.spp.push"
|
||
# Samsung Push Service (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.spp.push)
|
||
# Provide updates and notifications for services exclusive to Samsung..
|
||
# https://www.samsunggeeks.com/2015/10/25/what-is-the-samsung-push-service/
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.sve"
|
||
# SecVideoEngineService is arguably a Samsung video engine service (handle enconding/decoding ?) for displaying video trough Samsung apps.
|
||
# 3 permissions : RECORD_AUDIO, CAMERA, INTERACT_ACROSS_USERS_FULL
|
||
# Safe to remove.
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.yosemite.phone"
|
||
# Samsung WatchON (discontinued)
|
||
# It was a service allowing you to view programming information on the TV and choose programs directly from the phone.
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_WatchON
|
||
|
||
"com.skms.android.agent"
|
||
# Samsung KMS agent service a client application for Android devices to support eSE-based (embedded secure element) mobile-NFC Services.
|
||
# https://developer.samsung.com/ese/overview.html
|
||
# KMS = Key Management System
|
||
# KNOX feature (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsung_Knox)
|
||
|
||
"com.sec.usbsettings"
|
||
# USBSettings
|
||
# Hidden settings. Lets you choose from ADB, MTP, RNDIS, ACM, DM (dial *#0808# to open)
|
||
# Runs at startup
|
||
|
||
"com.monotype.android.font.samsungone"
|
||
# Samsung One font
|
||
|
||
"com.vlingo.midas"
|
||
# Old Samsung Voice app (for voice recognition)
|
||
|
||
"com.wsomacp"
|
||
# omacp = OMA Client Provisioning. It is a protocol specified by the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA).
|
||
# Configuration messages parser. Used for provisioning APN settings to Samsung devices via SMS
|
||
# In my case, it was automatic and I never needed configuration messages.
|
||
# Maybe it's useful if carriers change their APN. But you still can change the config manually, it's not difficult.
|
||
# Keep in mind these special types of SMS can be abused :
|
||
# https://research.checkpoint.com/2019/advanced-sms-phishing-attacks-against-modern-android-based-smartphones/
|
||
# https://www.zdnet.com/article/samsung-huawei-lg-and-sony-phones-vulnerable-to-rogue-provisioning-messages/
|
||
|
||
"com.wssnps"
|
||
# Samsung Backup and restore Manager (on Samsung Galaxy S7)
|
||
# Was replaced by "com.sec.android.easyMover" (Samsung Smart Switch Mover)
|
||
|
||
"tv.peel.samsung.app"
|
||
# Peel Smart Remote (WatchON)
|
||
# Application is an application that turns your smart phone or tablet into a TV remote.
|
||
# The app uses the IR Blaster of your device, so devices not equipped with that feature will not be able to use all of Peel Smart Remote's functions.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/za/support/mobile-devices/what-is-the-peel-smart-remote-application/
|
||
|
||
|
||
######################### ADVANCED DEBLOAT #########################
|
||
|
||
#"com.osp.app.signin"
|
||
# Samsung Account app
|
||
# Lots of trackers in this app.
|
||
# Has a huge list of permissions. It is an essential app for a lot of samsung apps (which will be removed with the default selection in this list)
|
||
# Settings apps will crash if removed on Android 11/OneUI 3.0 (https://gitlab.com/W1nst0n/universal-android-debloater/-/issues/39)
|
||
# This issue happens only if you are running Android 11. If not, you can can (and should) remove this package!
|
||
|
||
#"com.policydm"
|
||
# Samsung security policy update (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.policydm)
|
||
# Updatable policy files designed to increase android security and detect malicious behaviour.
|
||
# Has nothing to do with OTA updates or Android Security patches.
|
||
# Can be removed without issue (https://gitlab.com/W1nst0n/universal-android-debloater/-/issues/15)
|
||
# See "com.samsung.android.spdclient" for more information.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.advp.imssettings"
|
||
# Needed for VoLTE, a standard for high-speed wireless communication (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voice_over_LTE)
|
||
# IMS id an open industry standard for voice and multimedia communications over IP.
|
||
# NOTE: this package could be needed for messaging apps that sends SMS/RCS code to verify your phone number (see issue #17)
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.accessibility"
|
||
# Accessibility 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 on your phone. (see issue #20)
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.allshare.service.fileshare"
|
||
# Wi-Fi Direct
|
||
# Allows two devices to establish a direct Wi-Fi connection without requiring a wireless router.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/au/support/mobile-devices/connecting-devices-via-wifi-direct/
|
||
# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-Fi_Direct
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.amcagent" # [NEED MORE INFO] [NEED APK]
|
||
# Advanced Management Console Agent
|
||
# Entreprise feature I guess.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.aodservice"
|
||
# Always On Display (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.app.aodservice&hl=en)
|
||
# Displays stuff when the screen is off (useless) but also handles the clock on the lockscreen.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.galaxyfinder" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# S 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 well. (https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/s-finder/)
|
||
# NOTE : Removing this seems to also remove the search bar in the settings and the dialer. Can someone confirm?
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.motionpanoramaviewer"
|
||
# Motion panorama viewer
|
||
# Let you see the result of a motion panorama
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/motion-panorama/
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.selfmotionpanoramaviewer"
|
||
# Selfie panorama viewer
|
||
# Let you see the result of a selfie motion panorama
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/what-is/motion-panorama/
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.smartcapture"
|
||
# Samsung screenshot
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.soundalive"
|
||
# Responsible for Dobly Atmos and other pre-programmed equalizer stuff (accessible from the Settings app)
|
||
# Needed by Adapt Sound (com.sec.hearingadjust) which a pretty useful but little known feature.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.mcfserver" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung Multi Connectivity (starting from Galaxy S20)
|
||
# See https://gitlab.com/W1nst0n/universal-android-debloater/-/issues/12
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.app.newtrim"
|
||
# Samsung Video trimmer
|
||
# Lets you quickly trim video files (from the gallery “Edit -> Studio -> Video Trimmer”)
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.epdg"
|
||
# Huh... that's hard to explain quickly. Let's try :
|
||
# First you need to know that there is a standards organization which develops protocols for mobile telephony called 3GPP (mobile network : 2G/3G/4G/5G).
|
||
# RAT (physical connection method to a wireless communication network) non specified by the 3GPP is called non-3GPP. RAT Wifi is non-3GPP.
|
||
#
|
||
# ePDG means Evolved Packet Data Gateway. The main role of the ePDG is to provide security mechanisms such as IPsec tunnelling of connections
|
||
# with the device over an untrusted non-3GPP access. It is mainly use for VoWifi (Voice over wifi).
|
||
# For further information :
|
||
# - https://www.3gpp.org/technologies/keywords-acronyms/100-the-evolved-packet-core
|
||
# - https://www.aptilo.com/solutions/mobile-data-offloading/3gpp-wifi-access/
|
||
# - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/System_Architecture_Evolution#Evolved_Packet_Core_(EPC)
|
||
#
|
||
# Safe to remove if not using VoWifi.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.multiwindow" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Provides manifestly the ability to display multiple apps on the screen (at the same time)
|
||
# Can someone test?
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.bio.face.service"
|
||
# Handle Face recognition unlock
|
||
# https://kp-cdn.samsungknox.com/b60a7f0f59df8f466e8054f783fbbfe2.pdf
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.biometrics.app.setting"
|
||
# Biometric settings
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.bluelightfilter"
|
||
# Blue ligth filter
|
||
# You should use it, it's great
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.contacts"
|
||
# Samsung contacts app
|
||
# 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.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.fingerprint.service"
|
||
# Fingerprint service
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.lool" # Device maintenance
|
||
# Samsung Device Care (phone optimizer) (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.samsung.android.lool)
|
||
# This package phone home (China, Qihoo 360)
|
||
# The clean feature (in storage setting) is provided by Qihoo 360 which is a shady company (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qihoo_360)
|
||
# https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/ektg8u/chinese_spyware_preinstalled_on_all_samsung/
|
||
# https://www.virustotal.com/gui/file/048ead2be8d18bbe2b05651380069b3740dd05703e9bd66630da986026518398/details
|
||
# NOTE : If you don't want to delete this package, at least use a firewall (Netguard/AfWall+) to block internet access
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.messaging"
|
||
# Samsung Messaging app
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.provider.stickerprovider"
|
||
# One 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.provider.stickerprovider' can be used as a workaround if you want to stop this running in the background.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.sm.devicesecurity" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung Device security for the Smart Manager app using McAfee antivirus engine.
|
||
# This is the antivirus in Settings -> Device care -> Security
|
||
# Privacy nightmare (holy moly there is a LOT of permissions!) for a bit of security.
|
||
# https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/05dab93ee2102a2fb6edf16e85750eb1f0189d7b82703c6a00c92cd08d62bb28?environmentId=200
|
||
# ARCHIVE : https://web.archive.org/web/20200607140002/https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/05dab93ee2102a2fb6edf16e85750eb1f0189d7b82703c6a00c92cd08d62bb28?environmentId=200
|
||
#
|
||
# There is always a trade-off between security and privacy.
|
||
# Some people reported that without this package they weren't able to install apps anymore BUT I personnally removed this and
|
||
# I still can install apps.
|
||
# I think (but I'm not sure at all) that you can remove this safely if you also remove com.samsung.aasaservice and com.samsung.android.sm
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.server.iris"
|
||
# Provides iris recognition feature
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.smartfitting"
|
||
# Smart Fitting Service
|
||
# Adapt the size/ratio of the screen. Automatic mode is default but there is a manual mode
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/levant/support/mobile-devices/galaxy-s8-s8-plus-what-is-the-smart-fitting-display-for-vod-games/
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.spdclient"
|
||
# Security policy updates (part of KNOX)
|
||
# Updates the SELinux policies according to Security Enhancements for Android (SE for Android)
|
||
# There are privacy implications to the data collected by Samsung
|
||
# https://security.stackexchange.com/questions/161190/does-samsungs-security-enhancements-for-android-offer-anything-for-consumers
|
||
# Not mandatory if you know what you are doing and if you don't install software from unknown sources.
|
||
# Needs confirmation but removing this package could change SELinux mode (enforcing by default)
|
||
# https://source.android.com/security/selinux
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.tadownloader"
|
||
# Seems to check if a trusted application needs an update and download it.
|
||
# This package probably do more than that. There is a LOT of lines of code (obfuscated obviously)
|
||
# It was used to push an update to fix a security issue with the fingerprint sensor in 2019.
|
||
# https://old.reddit.com/r/galaxys10/comments/bcy93f/adb_how_to_get_the_fingerprint_update_pushed_to/
|
||
# Seems to be only used for biometrics stuff
|
||
# There is Samsung analytics inside. You may want to remove it if you don't use biometrics authentification.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.tapack.authfw" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# AuthFw TaPack
|
||
# Authentification Framework for Trusted Application? (don't know what 'Pack' could mean)
|
||
# Hard to know what this app really do. Seems to be an assets provider used by com.samsung.android.tadownloader
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.video"
|
||
# Samsung Video Player
|
||
# https://galaxystore.samsung.com/prepost/000003980724?appId=com.samsung.android.video
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.wallpaper.res"
|
||
# Backup your launcher/lockscreen wallapaper and load this backup instead of the original file in case you delete it.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.app.slowmotion"
|
||
# Slowmotion mode in camera app
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.sec.android.application.csc"
|
||
# Do 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 folder contains some XML files that keep the configuration codes for the country and carrier-based customization options.
|
||
# Maybe it's safe to remove if you'll never change your CSC but it needs testing and I lack time for this.
|
||
# (I already have plenty of other packages uninstallation to test)
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.upsmtheme"
|
||
# Handle the theme of UPSM (Ultra Power Saving Mode)
|
||
# Safe to remove
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.clipboardsaveservice"
|
||
# Clipboard Save service save 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 new content in clipboard will replace the current content.
|
||
# In short : there will no longer be a history.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.cmh" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# CMH Provider is a dependency for the the samsung gallery app. This pacakge asks for a lot of permissions.
|
||
# It seems to be be used for cloud and story stuff in the gallery and also seems needed for content recognition.
|
||
# Has the same shared user id than com.samsung.faceservice, com.samsung.mlp, com.samsung.mpl
|
||
#
|
||
# NOTE : On some phone models, deleting this package can also prevent to preview photos from the camera app.
|
||
# Seems to trigger com.samsung.faceservice, com.samsung.mlp, com.samsung.mpl when needed.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.dcmservice" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Hard 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 transfer information. DCM can be seen as an enhancement to conventional QPSK modulation
|
||
# that expand the coverage and robustness of an outdoor hotspot.
|
||
# https://www.ekahau.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Webinar-slides-802.11ax-Sneak-Peek-%E2%80%93-The-Next-Generation-Wi-Fi.pdf
|
||
# Not a good idea to remove this unless it only impacts samsung apps. Need testing.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.sdm"
|
||
# Handles OTA system Updates.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.sdm.sdmviewer" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Lets you view installed updates?
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.SMT"
|
||
# Samsung 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
|
||
# https://galaxystore.samsung.com/detail/com.samsung.SMT
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.tmowfc.wfccontroller"
|
||
#"com.samsung.tmowfc.wfcpref"
|
||
# Wifi 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
|
||
# https://www.t-mobile.com/support/coverage/wi-fi-calling-from-t-mobile
|
||
# VoLTE/IMS is needed for this to work (see com.sec.imsservice)
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.launcher"
|
||
# Samsung One UI Home launcher (homescreen) (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.launcher)
|
||
# It is samsung Touchwiz default launcher
|
||
# DO NOT REMOVE THIS IF YOU DON'T USE ANOTHER LAUNCHER !
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.clockpackage"
|
||
# Samsung clock
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.personalization" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Without a doubt this package is involved in personalization of something but tt's hard to find what.
|
||
# 2 permissions : READ_PHONE_STATE and CHANGE_PHONE_STATE
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.popupcalculator"
|
||
# Samsung calculator app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.popupcalculator)
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.emergencylauncher"
|
||
# Samsung Launcher when in emergency mode.
|
||
# Here, emergency = low battery
|
||
# See below
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.ve"
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.vepreload"
|
||
# Samsung 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 switch up the mood of your videos.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.app.ve.vebgm"
|
||
# Needed if you want to add a background music to your videos from the samsung video editor
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.inputmethod.beta"
|
||
# Samsung Keyboard Neural Beta
|
||
# Smarter Samsung Keyboard with better predictition/suggestion (using deep learning)
|
||
# https://galaxystore.samsung.com/prepost/000004170688?appId=com.sec.android.inputmethod.beta
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.emergencymode.service"
|
||
# Emergency mode enables you to extend your device’s standby time when you are in an emergency situation and you want your device to
|
||
# conserve power for as long as possible. When this mode is activated, the screen’s brightness will decrease and some of
|
||
# the device's functionality will be limited in order to conserve your battery's charge. The home screen will be changed to a black theme
|
||
# to reduce battery consumption.
|
||
# It is NOT related to SOS messages/911.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/mobile-devices/what-is-emergency-mode/
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.gallery3d"
|
||
# Samsung Gallery app (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.gallery3d)
|
||
# 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 of the image is deleted, the copy of it within the com.sec.android.gallery3d folder is not removed.
|
||
# https://athenaforensics.co.uk/com-sec-android-gallery3d-mobile-phone-forensics/
|
||
# NOTE : Deleting this package will also prevent to preview photos from the camera app.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.gallery3d.panorama360view"
|
||
# Let you see panoramic photos in the samsung Gallery.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.mimage.photoretouching"
|
||
# Samsung 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.ofviewer"
|
||
# Samsung selective focus camera mode.
|
||
# Safe to remove (but it's pretty useful)
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.provider.badge"
|
||
# Provider for the notification badges (which are not very useful IMHO)
|
||
# Provide a way for apps to use notifications badges.
|
||
# https://www.samsung.com/au/support/mobile-devices/what-is-app-icon-badge/
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.provider.emergencymode"
|
||
# Provider for emergency mode (com.sec.android.emergencylauncher)
|
||
# Reminder : Content providers help an application manage access to data stored by itself, stored by other apps,
|
||
# and provide a way to share data with other apps.
|
||
# Source : https://developer.android.com/guide/topics/providers/content-providers.html
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.sdhms" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Samsung Device Health Manager Service
|
||
# Battery estimation service for Samsung Care/Device maintenance (com.samsung.android.lool)
|
||
# There is some weird stuff in the java code. I don't understand why there is a need to parse torrent files for instance
|
||
# or why there is a string "googleapis.com/drive"
|
||
# https://developers.google.com/drive/api/v3/reference
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.soagent"
|
||
# SOAgent
|
||
# Responsible for checking software/security OTA updates, readying, alerting the user and downloading such updates
|
||
# Software update, works along "com.wssyncmldm"
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.android.wallpapercropper2"
|
||
# Samsung Wallpaper. Needed to set a wallpaper on the launcher.
|
||
# Note : it is technically possible to change the wallpaper and then delete this package.
|
||
# Used wallpaper are stored in /data/data/com.sec.android.wallpapercropper2/
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.imsservice"
|
||
# This service allows calls and text messages to be delivered via an IP network (Volte/VoIP/Wifi calling). Video calling are obviously also concerned.
|
||
# Note : Samsung Dialer will crash if you delete this package and have wifi-calling activated in the Dialer's settings.
|
||
# May be unsafe to uninstall it. I need some more testing.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.automation"
|
||
# Tethering Automation enable sharing phone internet to the PC with a usb cable.
|
||
# Safe to remove (but it's a useful feature)
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.hearingadjust"
|
||
# Samsung Adapt Sound
|
||
# Configures a sound profile according to your ears.
|
||
# Improve audio experience in the end (even with headphones)
|
||
# https://www.howtogeek.com/316375/how-to-use-adapt-sound-on-the-galaxy-s7-and-s8-for-better-sound-quality/
|
||
#
|
||
# Settings > Sound and vibration > Sound Quality and effects > Adapt Sound
|
||
# NOTE : com.sec.android.app.soundalive is needed
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.ims" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# IMS is an open industry standard for voice and multimedia communications over packet-based IP networks (Volte/VoIP/Wifi calling).
|
||
# Don't really know the difference with com.sec.imsservice. Anyway, there is obviously strong interactions between them.
|
||
# May be unsafe to uninstall it. I need some more testing.
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.internal.vsim.VSimServiceApp"
|
||
# Non Sim Device Solution (NSDS) needed for VoLTE and VoWifi (Wifi Calling) if you have a virtual SIM.
|
||
# See com.sec.vsimservice
|
||
# Uses IMS service
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.vsimservice"
|
||
# VSim Service
|
||
# Lets you use a virtual sim
|
||
# https://www.quora.com/What-is-VSIM-virtual-SIM-technology
|
||
# Has a LOT of permissions (and involving IMS service)
|
||
# Run at startup.
|
||
# FYI : https://security.stackexchange.com/questions/223290/esim-vs-sim-card-what-is-more-secure
|
||
|
||
#"com.sec.vsim.ericssonnsds.webapp"
|
||
# NSDSWebApp.
|
||
# 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 have numbers of different countries.
|
||
# Non Sim Device Solution (NSDS) is needed for VoLTE and VoWifi (Wifi Calling) if you have a virtual SIM.
|
||
# NSDS allows connecting non sim devices to IMS core: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/hemant-kumar-dewnarain-2b779679
|
||
|
||
# Language Pack for S-voice, the Samsung assistant (com.samsung.android.svoice)
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.en_US" # English (US)
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.es_US" # Spanish
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.fr_US" # French
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.de_US" # German
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.it_US" # Italian
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.ru_US" # Russian
|
||
#"com.sec.svoice.lang.it_GB" # English (GB)
|
||
|
||
#"com.wssyncmldm"
|
||
# Software update
|
||
# Fetch System OTA updates
|
||
# Works along with com.sec.android.soagent
|
||
|
||
)
|
||
|
||
|
||
##################### YOU SHOULDN'T MESS WITH THEM (core packages and may cause bootloop) #####################
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.applock"
|
||
# Samsung App Lock
|
||
# Lets you lock your app (Settins > Advanced fuctions > App lock)
|
||
# You should lock your apps storing private data (provides data at rest encryption when your phone is locked)
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.SettingsReceiver"
|
||
# Samsung overlay of AOSP Settings. It has 39 permissions. Handles interactions with features controled by the settings.
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.timezone.data_P" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
|
||
# Stores timezone data?
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.timezone.updater"
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.timezone.autoupdate_O"
|
||
# Samsung Time Zone Updater
|
||
# Used to automatically detect appropriate timezone
|
||
# REMOVING THIS WILL BOOTLOOP YOUR DEVICE
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.app.soundpicker"
|
||
# Lets you select a sound for alarm/ringtone
|
||
|
||
#"com.samsung.android.clipboarduiservice"
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# User interface for clipboard
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#"com.samsung.android.communicationservice"
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# Message Service.
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# Needed for SMS/MMS communication
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#"com.samsung.android.incallui"
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# UI 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, etc
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#"com.samsung.android.MtpApplication"
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# Samsung overlay for MTP. Talks to com.android.mtp
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# Needed to access your phone from a computer.
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#"com.samsung.android.provider.filterprovider"
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# FilterProvider dependency to Samsung Camera
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# Provides access to filters (when you swipe right from the camera app)
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# WARNING : Samsung camera will crash if this package is deleted.
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#"com.samsung.knox.keychain" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# Knox Key Chain
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# Allows apps to sign data using system-wide private key/certificate pairs.
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# So, even though the Android Keystore provides per-app access to credentials, the Android KeyChain runs as a system user,
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# and hence, credentials stored through the Android KeyChain are associated with the system ID instead of a user ID.
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# https://docs.samsungknox.com/dev/knox-sdk/about-keystores.htm
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# This is only useful for apps using the TIMA Keystore. The big question I'm trying to anwser is:
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# Which are using this except Samsung apps? Can an android dev help on this?
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#"com.samsung.networkui"
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# User interface of the Mobile Network settings
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#"com.samsung.android.sm.policy" # [MORE INFO NEEDED]
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# SPCM (Striped Phase Change Memory ?) client.
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# It kills rarely used apps running in background.
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# Surely linked to Smart Manager. I think it can have a very bad impact on battery performance if deleted. I'm testing.
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#"com.sec.android.inputmethod"
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# Samsung keyboard
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# Note : used for unlocking the phone after a reboot. Third-parties keyboards cannot be used here.
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# DO NOT REMOVE THIS. NEVER !
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#"com.sec.android.app.simsettingmgr"
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# SIM card manager.
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# Contains configuration and settings for handling dual SIM (give a SIM an icon, a name, and so on)
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