Samsung is taking a major step for its users — the upcoming Samsung One UI update will disable default notifications from pre-installed apps, putting an end to the unwanted advertisements that have frustrated Samsung smartphone owners for years.
Samsung One UI Update to Block Pre-Installed App Notifications
South Korean tech giant Samsung has confirmed a significant policy change: apps like Samsung Weather, Samsung Pay, and Samsung Theme will stop sending notifications by default once the new update rolls out. The company plans to release this update by the end of the year, giving millions of Samsung users relief from intrusive promotional alerts they never opted into.
Samsung has stated that mobile users will be informed about the new experience on its behalf. The company is also actively gathering feedback on this matter to fine-tune how the change is implemented. However, Samsung has not yet announced a specific timeline for when these pre-installed apps will be fully removed from its software, nor has it detailed exactly which apps will be affected beyond those already mentioned.
Why Samsung Is Removing Bloatware Ads
The move comes after sustained complaints from both users and, notably, Samsung's own employees about advertisements appearing within the smartphone interface. Samsung recently introduced a new design for its One UI operating system, built on the latest Android platform, which includes the removal of non-essential apps and their associated notifications.
Pre-installed apps on Samsung smartphones have long displayed promotional content from various companies, creating a cluttered and commercial experience that many users found frustrating. By disabling default notifications for these apps, Samsung is acknowledging that the existing approach was hurting user satisfaction. This change is part of a broader effort to improve the out-of-the-box experience on Samsung devices.
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What This Means for Samsung Users
Once the update is live, users will no longer receive unsolicited promotional notifications from Samsung's own apps by default. This does not necessarily mean the apps themselves will be removed — Samsung has not confirmed full uninstall capabilities — but the change ensures that notifications will be opt-in rather than forced on users from the moment they set up their device.
Samsung's willingness to address these complaints signals a shift in strategy, prioritising user experience over in-house advertising revenue. The feedback loop currently in progress suggests the final implementation may give users even more granular control over pre-installed app behaviour.
