Android 14 will show installed bloatware and ‘hidden’ apps

After nearly 15 years on the market, Android will finally show which apps are installed in the “background” of your mobile phone in Android 14. These are programs that are added without the user’s express consent, usually directly from the device manufacturer. or from other applications that may spread malware.

This type of installation can be for applications to add the necessary extras to work. but in most cases they are only considered bloatware. Malicious apps can also install malware “in the background”, for example to perform ad spam or data stealing actions. In any case, the user will finally be able to better control whether he wants to leave it installed on his mobile.

The above image was shared by the site. 9to5Googlehighlights the potential of the new functionality in Android 14, pointing out that “Inware” was installed without their knowledge. They also mention that Google Play Services for AR accidentally appeared there because the service is not yet complete. please note this Android 14 is still in testing.

The text in the image reads: “The manufacturer of your device may install apps on your device in the background or allow your carrier or other partners to do so. None of the apps listed here are necessary for your device to function normally, unless you want apps”.

Android 14 emphasizes security and privacy

We can put the app list “in the background” because of the new features of Android 14 that aim to better protect user privacy. Innovations for this purpose and security seem to be an important focus of the new system.

Android 14 will also block apps with deprecated APIs and offer enhanced memory protection, as well as make it more dynamic to update root certificates via the Play Store.