4 Samsung apps I thought were bloatware until I actually started using them
A tech writer shares four pre-installed Samsung apps that she initially dismissed as bloatware but later found to be highly useful. The article highlights the versatility of Samsung Notes, the intuitive design of the Reminder app, and the creative capabilities of the PENUP drawing tool. These applications offer features such as AI-powered text conversion, location-based alerts, and stylus-enhanced drawing that often surpass third-party alternatives.
- ▪Samsung Notes supports PDF annotation, document scanning, and AI features for converting handwritten text and summarizing content.
- ▪The Samsung Reminder app is praised for its user-friendly interface, which includes location-based and schedule-based reminder templates.
- ▪PENUP is a mobile drawing application that allows users to create, trace, and color images, with optimal performance on devices equipped with an S-Pen.
- ▪The author recommends these specific pre-installed apps over third-party options due to their integrated features and ease of use.
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| Original publisher | XDA Developers |
| Canonical URL | https://www.xda-developers.com/samsung-pre-installed-apps-that-are-worth-it/ |
| Publication time | Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:00:17 GMT |
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