How To Remove Bloatware on Poco X3, X3 Pro and X3 NFC

Have you ever noticed your Poco X3 slowing down, or maybe your battery draining faster than expected? It could be because of all the unnecessary apps, or “bloatware,” pre-installed on your device. Let’s walk through the process of removing these unwanted apps to improve your phone’s performance and give you more storage space.

Prerequisites

Before we dive in, let’s make sure your Poco X3 is ready for bloatware removal.

Enable Developer Options and USB Debugging on Poco X3

To remove unwanted apps, we need to enable Developer Options on your device:

1. Open Settings > Tap on About phone.
2. Tap MIUI version seven times until it says you’re a developer.
3. Go back to Settings, find Additional settings > Developer options.
4. Scroll down and turn on USB Debugging.

Now, your Poco X3 Pro is ready to communicate with your computer.

Install ADB and Fastboot Tools

Next, download the ADB tools that will allow your computer to control your phone.

1. Download Android SDK Platform Tools to your computer.
2. Extract the files to a folder on your computer.
3. Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) and navigate to the folder where you extracted the files.

Removing Bloatware from Poco X3, X3 Pro or X3 NFC Using Xiaomi ADB Fastboot Tools

If you prefer a user-friendly approach, this method is for you. Xiaomi ADB Fastboot Tools provide a graphical interface that makes removing bloatware easy.

Connect Your Poco X3

First, connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable. Make sure to allow any prompts on your phone to enable the connection.

Launch Xiaomi ADB Fastboot Tools

1. Download Xiaomi ADB Fastboot Tools and open the program.
2. Once it detects your phone, you can see a list of apps installed on your Poco X3 Pro.
3. Select the apps you want to remove from the safe list (provided below).

Removing these unnecessary apps will free up space and make your phone run smoother without rooting your device.

Removing Bloatware from Poco X3, X3 Pro or X3 NFC Using ADB Command Line

For those who are comfortable with command lines, this method offers a bit more control.

Verify Device Connection

First, ensure your computer is correctly connected to your phone. Run this command in Command Prompt or Terminal:

adb devices

If your device appears, you’re all set.

Uninstall Apps Using ADB Commands

Now, you can uninstall unwanted apps by running the following command:

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 [package-name]

Replace [package-name] with the actual name of the app you want to remove (see the list below).

For example:

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.facebook.appmanager

This command will uninstall the Facebook App Manager from your Poco X3 without needing to root your device.

Safe Apps to Remove

Here’s a list of apps you can safely remove without affecting your phone’s essential functions:

• com.google.android.youtube – YouTube
• com.miui.analytics – MIUI Analytics
• com.miui.msa.global – MIUI Ad Services
• com.facebook.services – Facebook services
• com.miui.cleanmaster – System Cleaner
• com.mi.globalbrowser – Mi Browser
• com.miui.videoplayer – MIUI Video Player
• com.miui.notes – Notes app
• com.miui.yellowpage – Yellow Pages
• com.miui.player – Music Player

By removing these, you’ll notice better performance, more free storage, and longer battery life on your Poco X3.

Troubleshooting

While removing bloatware is usually safe, there are a few things to keep in mind:

OTA Updates

If you remove certain system apps like com.xiaomi.discover (System Updater), you may not receive future updates. Be careful if you still want to keep your phone up-to-date.

Avoid Boot Loops

Be cautious with removing apps like com.miui.securitycenter or com.xiaomi.finddevice. These are essential to the system, and deleting them can cause boot loops, where your phone gets stuck rebooting repeatedly.

If a boot loop happens, you’ll need to restore your system using a backup or a fresh system ROM flash.

And there you have it! You’ve just learned how to clean up your Poco X3 by safely removing unnecessary apps. This will help your phone run smoother, with less clutter and more storage for the things you care about. Enjoy the new speed and efficiency of your device!