Questions tagged [system-apps]
A System app is an app which is placed under /system/app folder in an Android device. As /system is read-only, such an app cannot be uninstalled by an "ordinary" user.
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Samsung x cover enrollment lock
I just bought a Samsung Galaxy cover phone from market place. How do I remove the company enrollment program. It won't let me through with out a user name and password for a Walmart employee
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Arrange photos in Pictures app by date taken
I moved a large volume of photo files from my Samsung Galaxy S10 (running Android 11) to my computer for backup, but then copied them back, realizing that I still wanted them on the phone. Now some of ...
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AOSP pre-installed/system apps guidelines
Are there any customization guidelines or specifications for Android pre-installed/system apps provided by google that the AOSP developer needs to be aware?
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What is system app called "iconnect" in huawei Y9 2019
My phone is Huawei Y9 2019, EMUI 8.2.0
Android 8.2.1
In my app list, I found app called "iconnect" with green android icon, I'm not sure it is pre-installed system app from Huawei or not.
So,...
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How can third-party apps be set as system apps on Redmi Note 11 running MIUI 14? [duplicate]
I'm thinking about turning this third-party app into a system app. It has some great functionalities that could benefit me. Can you help me understand the process
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Who signs the system apps?
Who signs the system apps? Google, or is it the OEM when they build the ROM? Also, has this changed over the years?
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What does "Hide" and "Vessel" system apps on Motorola devices do?
I have a Motorola Moto G Pure (XT2163DL) running Android 12. I came across a system app named Hide. Also, one named Vessel. I am curious as to what it does. What purpose do they serve?
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Some apps re-enabling themselves in my Redmi phone
I use Redmi Note11 with MIUI14
For example, I disabled Xiaomi account app and Music app from "Modify system settings" and I disabled Phone permissions from MIUI security components app.
But ...
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Export Recorder tracks preserve file dates
I need to copy tracks from the system app Recorder (apk: com.android.soundrecorder) onto Google Drive and/or Linux PC with file dates preserved. I've tried Send and Save options to phone SD and Google ...
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How to use `adb push` after mounting /system R/W without losing R/W permissions to install app as /system/apps?
I'm using a rooted Revvl 6 5G - TMAF025G_0.05.29 - MT6833 - Android 12. Without a recovery.img, I rooted using Magisk_Patched-boot_a.img. After this, I used the RO2RW module to aid in making the ...
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What is the Crocro and Friends app on Samsung devices?
What is the Crocro and Friends app on the Samsung Galaxy S20?
I didn't install it, so I take it to be a pre-installed Android app.
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How to access iotHiddenMenu
How do I access the iotHiddenMenu on Samsung galaxy?
The dial code (* #21*#) doesn't work. For that matter no dial code seems to work on my device...
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What is the "MTK Non-Framework LBS" app?
I have a Blackview BV8800 running stock Doke OS 3.0 (their version of Android 11). The "MTK Non-Framework LBS" app is non-removable so I assume it's part of the ROM from the manufacturer. ...
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App/website blocker for S23 Ultra that cannot be removed
I am using blocking apps to try and put as many barriers in place as possible to prevent me accessing gambling websites/Apps.
I have a Samsung galaxy S23 Ultra running Android 13. I haven't been able ...
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Work profile - Turn off auto rotate / access settings
I am using a work profile (set up via Insular) in order to clone some apps. I have an issue I can't seem to find any info about on the internet and I'm hoping someone can help me here. I am using ...
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