Samsung is adding yet another preinstalled app to Galaxy phones, but there's a silver lining
Samsung is expanding its list of preinstalled software by integrating Amazon Music onto its Galaxy devices.
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Which devices are affected by this change?
The preinstallation affects Galaxy phones, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
What application is being preinstalled?
Samsung is preinstalling the Amazon Music app.
Is there any benefit for the users?
According to the Samsung Global Newsroom, the launch includes a special offer, though specific details on the nature of this offer remain limited.
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Where it stands
This integration includes a special offer for users, though the move adds to the existing suite of software installed out of the box. Coverage from outlets including Notebookcheck, PhoneArena, Engadget, GSMArena.com, and the Samsung Global Newsroom highlights the expansion of preinstalled bloatware.
Reports note that while the app is now a default fixture, there is a silver lining for users regarding the specific implementation or offers provided. Future developments will depend on user reception to the new software addition and the terms of the special offer.
Coverage does not yet specify the exact duration of the promotion or if users will retain the ability to uninstall the application.
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Sources (5)
- Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and others are getting even more bloatware Notebookcheck · 51d ago
- Samsung just gave your next Galaxy phone one more app you didn't ask for PhoneArena · 51d ago
- Samsung Is Making Amazon Music Pre-Installed Bloatware On Galaxy Phones Engadget · 51d ago
- Samsung Launches Amazon Music on Galaxy Store and Preinstalls the app on Millions of Devices alongside Special Offer Samsung Global Newsroom · 51d ago
- Samsung is adding yet another preinstalled app to Galaxy phones, but there's a silver lining GSMArena.com · 51d ago
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