{
  "id": 18044319,
  "title": "I almost replaced these 4 Samsung apps, but now I can't imagine my phone without them",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/i-almost-replaced-these-4-samsung-apps-but-now-i-cant-imagine-my",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-04T00:00:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "XDA Developers",
    "slug": "xda-developers",
    "url": "https://www.xda-developers.com/samsung-apps-decided-to-keep-instead-of-replacing/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Once upon a time, I considered swapping out several Samsung apps, but now I can't imagine my phone without them. Samsung phones aren't free from bloatware, and sometimes you might replace or uninstall certain apps for cross-platform alternatives. This experience happened to me with a few Samsung apps. At first, I planned to uninstall or replace them, but they soon grew on me, becoming indispensable.\n\nOne such app is Samsung Reminder, which provides a range of templates to help users get acquainted with its various features. These include location-based and repeating reminders. The app is so user-friendly that I set up a reminder for a friend to remember to store their insulin at work. My personal favorite reminder helps me take my migraine medication out of the fridge. Users can adjust the prominence of reminders, with options ranging from a light sound and notification, to a full-screen alert and longer sound.\n\nAnother noteworthy app is Modes and Routines, which offers an intuitive way to start automating tasks. This app stands out for its beginner-friendly design and extensive range of triggers and actions. Users can even enhance functionality by adding the Routines+ plugin, which includes Just In routines and automations tied to the side key on your phone. I particularly like the Discover page, which showcases example routines that can be used as-is or customized to suit individual needs.\n\nAs for keyboard apps, I've always preferred Microsoft SwiftKey, but Samsung Keyboard won me over with a Good Lock module called Keys Cafe. This allows for extensive customization, including unique themes and light sensitivity adjustments. Using this app on other devices makes me miss its distinctive features. I rely heavily on Samsung's Clock app, particularly its long snooze function, which aids my chronic fatigue condition by providing extra time to rest when I can't get up. Samsung has also added the ability to create groups of alarms, which is beneficial for managing my own habits.",
  "summary": "It turns out that these Samsung apps are a perfect fit for my Galaxy phone.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "This is the only refurbished Samsung phone I’d buy in 2026",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/this-is-the-only-refurbished-samsung-phone-id-buy-in-2026",
        "published": "2026-11-03T10:00:28.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}