LONDON: Samsung is set to ring in the changes with its Galaxy S6 handset and abandon its much criticised practise of filling the handset with unwanted ‘bloatware,’ it has been claimed.
Samsung’s next generation Galaxy handset is set to come in two versions – one with a curved screen that covers both its sides, and be revealed on March 1st.
Now it is claimed the software will also see a radical change.
WHAT IS BLOATWARE?
Bloatware is the name for any unwanted software or apps that are preinstalled onto phones, tablets, or computers.
As well as taking up space that can be used for photos and other personal files, bloatware can also slow down your device.
Bloatware can also refer to extras that come with wanted software including browser toolbars, desktop widgets or other unwanted additions.
‘Software has always been the Achilles heel for Samsung,’ said Sammobile, which made the claim.
‘There are some really interesting things Samsung is doing if our info is correct, and perhaps the biggest change the S6 will bring is the removal of all pre-installed Samsung apps, or at least that’s how our insider put it.’
The Korean firm has been heavily criticised in the past for only offering half the storage its customers pay for and although this has been improved with the S5, it is still a problem.
MailOnline revealed that on a 16GB Samsung S5, users get approximately 10GB of space for their own personal files, photos and apps.
However, the Galaxy S6 will come with apps like Microsoft OneNote, OneDrive, Office Mobile (with a free Office 365 subscription), and Skype, according to Sammobile.
Both new S6 phones will have all-metal bodies and 5.1inch screens, it has been claimed.
‘Samsung Electronics Co. plans to release two new versions of its top-tier Galaxy smartphone next month, including a model with a display covering three sides, according to people with direct knowledge of the matter,’ Bloomberg said.
