Modern smartphones frequently arrive bundled with a wide array of pre-installed applications and utilities, which can quietly consume a substantial amount of onboard capacity. A recent hands-on test by MakeUseOf demonstrates just how much space users can recover simply by auditing and cleaning up installed software on Samsung devices.
In the test, deleting 29 unnecessary apps from a Samsung phone running One UI 9 managed to free up an impressive 13.15GB of storage. This substantial gain shows that routine debloating and trimming down unwanted software can offer immediate relief for users looking to clear room for media, system updates, and everyday apps.
While some system-level tools are necessary for core Android functionality, many non-essential services and pre-loaded extras can be safely uninstalled or disabled. Managing these apps remains one of the most effective ways to optimize available storage without needing to factory reset the device.
For the complete breakdown of which apps were removed and the methods used, check the original article on MakeUseOf.
