Samsung has too many default apps, giving unexpected advantages
Samsung is often criticized for having too many default apps, but Samsung smartphones offer a versatile experience that few Android brands can match.
Samsung Phones: Automatically Pre-install a Series of Apps
Unlike many brands that focus only on Google services, Samsung comes pre-installed with a range of apps fromSmart Switch, Gallery, My Files, Calendar to ReminderUsers almost do not need to download additional alternative applications, avoiding the risk of choosing the wrong unsafe app on the Play Store.
In particular, Smart Switch helps transfer data from the old device to the new device quickly even without the Internet, a big plus for the initial experience.
Samsung really invests in Android apps
While many companies only launch basic tools, Samsung continuously develops exclusive applications to serve many professional needs.
Samsung Notes:The top note taking app on Android, handwrite, edit PDFs, even sign documents directly.
Samsung Gallery:Not only is it a photo storage place, but it also integrates a near-professional photo and video editor.
My Files:Full featured file manager, more convenient than Google Files.
PenUp:S Pen drawing app, providing a natural experience like using a real crayon or brush.
Samsung Internet:browser with many of its own security features, different from Chrome which is closely tied to Google's advertising model.
Superior Customization
One UI, the interface developed by Samsung, is considered one of the most powerful customizable operating systems today.
With Good Lock, users can deeply customize every detail, from the status bar, lock screen to gestures. Multitasking system, Samsung keyboard and many hidden features in settings make Samsung phones more flexible than most other brands.
Samsung: Phone and super tool
While it's sometimes controversial for removing some hardware features like Bluetooth on the Galaxy S25 Ultra's S Pen or S Pen support on the Z Fold 7, Samsung rarely cuts corners on software.
On the contrary, the company also expanded the app ecosystem to make the phone a truly multi-purpose device from office, content creation to entertainment.
