06-13-2015, 11:08 PM
Okay, maybe 'crippled' is a bit too strong. 'Bloated' would be a better word. However, as you pointed out, Samsung seems to have removed standard functionality -- something that is now causing you problems.
My main reason to dump the Samsung Android was that they hesitated much too long before releasing an update. I got my N-8010 initially with 4.1 and it had USB problems. Early 2014 there was still no sign from Samsung that they would be release 4.2, let alone 4.4, for these tablets. So I installed OMNI (KitKat 4.4.4) wich indeed did solve my USB problems. And I cannot say I've ever missed any of the Samsung 'extensions'.
My main reason to dump the Samsung Android was that they hesitated much too long before releasing an update. I got my N-8010 initially with 4.1 and it had USB problems. Early 2014 there was still no sign from Samsung that they would be release 4.2, let alone 4.4, for these tablets. So I installed OMNI (KitKat 4.4.4) wich indeed did solve my USB problems. And I cannot say I've ever missed any of the Samsung 'extensions'.
Johan
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Samsung Galaxy Note S7FE (T733) 12.4", Android 13.0, AirTurn Duo & Digit (Gigs).
Samsung Galaxy Note S4 (T830) 10.5", Android 10.0 (maintenance and backup).
Samsung A3 (A320FL), Android 8.0.0 (emergency).
johanvromans.nl — hetgeluidvanseptember.nl — mojore.nl -- howsagoin.nl
Samsung Galaxy Note S7FE (T733) 12.4", Android 13.0, AirTurn Duo & Digit (Gigs).
Samsung Galaxy Note S4 (T830) 10.5", Android 10.0 (maintenance and backup).
Samsung A3 (A320FL), Android 8.0.0 (emergency).