Pixel phones are popular for their clean software experience. And yes, they’re nowhere near as cluttered with duplicate apps and random games as Samsung or OnePlus phones. But that doesn’t mean there’s no cleanup to do. Google still ships its own set of first-party apps on every Pixel, and some of them can feel forced or unnecessary. I recently picked up a Pixel 10a, and before I even settled in, I’d already uninstalled seven apps.