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

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

  • ctry21@sh.itjust.works
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    4 days ago

    Shizuku + Canta on f-droid are great for accomplishing this as well, you just start wireless debugging and tick the apps you want to uninstall.

    • ScoffingLizard@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      4 days ago

      This is the way to go if you do not want connect to a computer. You do not have command like functionality of adb though. So I am not sure google play sevices can be disabled this way.