[Script] Safe bloat removal script (50+ apps) [UPDATED 9/1/2011]

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stevefxp

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Help - Stuck at Splash Screen

Hello all,

I ran the bloat script and rebooted. Now I am stuck at the splash screen and it does not go away. Am I borked or is there a way to restore my D3 back to normal?

Thanks,
Steve
 

marsha12151

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Jan 15, 2010
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Bionic???

Don't shoot me - just asking.

I bought the Bionic yesterday and have rooted. The D3 one click root worked on the Bionic.

Now, this script is just what I want (I hate doing it one by one) so does anyone know if this will work on the bionic and which version?

Walking away quietly........
 

Yonnor

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Don't shoot me - just asking.

I bought the Bionic yesterday and have rooted. The D3 one click root worked on the Bionic.

Now, this script is just what I want (I hate doing it one by one) so does anyone know if this will work on the bionic and which version?

Walking away quietly........

Depends on the System Version of your Bionic. Worst comes to worst, you can use the list the OP has made and freeze the apps you don't need via TB or another Root App.
 
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strunker

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just popping in to say thanks..


My bionic is coming today, going to root, and run a modified version of your script. There is some additional bloatware on the bionic I plan to remove.
 

V0nice

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I'm using script manager to run the .zip files, and I check "run as root". But it's not working. If I run it as "Is script" then I get a syntax error, and if I run it as "Is executable" then I get permission denied... :( Please help!
 
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calash

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Open the zip and take out the file. Then run that as a script with root permissions.
 

moosc

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Just posting to see if any one has gotten this work on the Bionic? Also ot but is is there a work around for the memory. If i had my way id get rid of internal and stick with external SD or put 32gb in the phone.
 

V0nice

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Open the zip and take out the file. Then run that as a script with root permissions.
This worked, but now I cannot use the feature that allows the user to click on the face of a contact, and get a popup window to either call or text, or view the contact, or facebook, or skype, ect... This was a very handy window, and I'd like to get it back! Does anyone know what caused this, and how I can reinstall an app to make it work again??
 
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neilrl79

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I had originally went and individually froze apps with the Bloat Freezer app but this morning I defrosted everything then ran your script, I wish I had done this in the first place. Awesome job! Nothing could be easier to use. Thank you very much.
 

Wolfhere

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SMS service does the picture messaging. There are some apps on the market that will or should give you back the 'picture' messaging ability.
 
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earnstaf

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Sounds like you did more than just remove bloat. Did you remove the launcher without having a secondary launcher first, perhaps?

What is the fix for this?

I did a hard factory reset/wipe, but now it gets stuck at the "Setup Accounts" screen where you add facebook, youtube, etc.

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What is the fix for this?

I did a hard factory reset/wipe, but now it gets stuck at the "Setup Accounts" screen where you add facebook, youtube, etc.

Edit: I installed Launcher Pro via ADB and it seems to have fixed the issue for now. Going to restore the "non-bloat" and do more testing.
 

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    There's been a lot of speculation on what can and can't be removed as well as how to remove them without causing force-closes, boot loops, and other headaches. So I wrote this script that will let you disable all of the bloat with none of the hassle.

    After a few prompts to find out if there's anything you want to keep that can't be replaced in the market, it will do its magic -- renaming files to a .bak extension so they are no longer recognized by Android. This will cause some system services to fail and force-close loop until you reboot (and the script reboots for you). Also included is a script that will undo all of this.

    If you select every option, including the default launcher and text messaging apps (which are confirmed safe to remove without losing SMS or MMS ability or push notifications), then here's the list of apps removed:


    AdService.apk, android-syncservice-app.apk, ArcVideoEditorLite.apk, BackupAssistanceClient.apk, Blockbuster.apk, BlurHome2.apk, BlurSNMessagingEngine.apk, BlurTasks.apk, BlurUpdater_VZW.apk, BooksPhone.apk, CitrixReceiver.apk, CityID.apk, Conversations.apk, DLNA.apk, DlnaSystemService.apk, FriendFeed.apk, gotomeeting-stub-1.0.74.apk, GuidedTours.apk, HelpCenter.apk, IMPresence.apk, IndexingService.apk, Kindle.apk, MessagesWidget.apk, Messaging.apk, MOTOPRINT.apk, MSExchangeService.apk, MyVerizon.apk, NewBayVault_4.2.99.36.Market.apk, NFLMobile.apk, OnlineAlbum.apk, PhotoEditor.apk, PortalStandAlone.apk, Preloaded.apk, RichLocationVzW.apk, SkypeBourbon.apk, Slackerradio.apk, SocialMessaging.apk, SocialShare.apk, StatusWidget.apk, SuggestionsProvider.apk, SuggestionsRuleCheckerCore.apk, SuggestionsServiceScheduler.apk, Swype.apk, ToggleWidgets.apk, UniversalInbox.apk, Upgrader.apk, VCAST_TONES_4_5_7.apk, VCASTMusic.apk, VCASTVideo.apk, VSuiteApp.apk, vzw_vnav_DROID3_rel_PROD_signed.apk, VZWIM.apk, VZWInstaller.apk, WeatherWidget.apk, ZumoCast_1.0.17.apk

    Make sure you run these scripts using Script Manager or a comparable app and be sure to enable it to run as root or it won't have permission to make changes to /system/app.

    This is version 1 of the scripts -- if any of the apps removed wind up causing problems or more are found, I'll add it to the list. I've tested the scripts back and forth myself and have tested it as much as I can without finding any issues. Also, some apps are removed without asking, such as ZumoCast or VCAST or NFL Mobile. You can find these apps in the market, so there's no point keeping them locked down in system.

    Enjoy! Comments are welcome.


    UPDATE 9/1/2011: fixed a typo in one of the variables (thanks everyone who reported this), added more options to keep (Swype and Car Dock Voice Commands), split into two versions -- one for the stock 5.5.959 build and 5.6.890 update (late August OTA), added a warning about removing the home screen without a launcher and that it removes the Calendar widget.
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    removing the following apps breaks HDMI mirroring

    DLNA.apk
    DlnaSystemService.apk
    PortalStandAlone.apk


    To restore HDMI mirroring, rename these files back to their original name. This should fix HDMI. All credit to pedwards3x at Rootzwiki for this information.

    Confirmed. I had to reboot afterwards, but it's all fixed.

    Also, HDMI out works with a DVI converter I bought too.
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    Great, but maybe it would be nice to make a y/n option for each .apk where it asks you if you want to delete that apk
    You shouldn't delete them -- we don't have an SPF yet. Someone posted the complete /system/app contents and you could restore, technically, manually, but it's a bad idea. Renaming to a .bak is completely effective.

    instructions for use?
    Read the post. ;)

    You'll want to use Script Manager -- unzip the two scripts to your SD card (internal or external), launch Script Manager (free version is fine), find the script and click it, then tick on 'root' and then run the script. Follow the prompts from there.
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    script manager that you use?
    I use script manager and asked me if I want to remove each apk or not.
    There is a script manager that does everything automatically?
    thanks for the answer
    Please read the thread thoroughly -- I'm going to ignore obvious questions like these. :p
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    Well captain assumption that is true but someone adapted it for bionic in another thread. 1 or 2 s Differences only. So i figured id ask if this worked for anyone else on ics as it sits to see if it was an ics issue. and if there were any diff on ics vs gb and what those were so i can compare and contrast your findings. I am flattered that you had enough time to look at my posts.

    Sent from my DROID BIONIC using xda app-developers app

    Sometimes you just gotta look to find information that isn't presented to you (also you can find your posts with about 2 clicks :p ).

    1. On topic, unfortunately since the D3 isn't getting "official" ICS like the Bionic someone will have to adapt the script again since the D3's ICS is a custom ROM and already debloated.
    2. You'd be best off finding the person who adapted it in the 1st place in the Bionic Dev section.
    3. That or just use a custom Bionic ROM which is debloated 99% of the time OR use the provided list and freeze with TiBu.