bloatware
Americannoun
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unwanted software that is preinstalled on a newly bought device, especially when it negatively impacts the device's performance.
Thankfully, the smartphone doesn't come with much bloatware, only a few preloaded apps.
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software that uses an excessive amount of space and memory.
It used to be a good antivirus program, but it's turned into bloatware.
Etymology
Origin of bloatware
First recorded in 1990–95; bloat ( def. ) + -ware ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Just note, however, that it does come with bloatware that can be challenging to uninstall, and we found the 16:9 screen relatively cramped and dim.
From The Verge • Jun. 29, 2022
The touchpad can be a bit stiff, too, and the laptop comes with a range of preloaded bloatware — something no one should have to deal with at this price point.
From The Verge • Jun. 3, 2022
The one part of the Slim 7 experience where the cracks do start to show is bloatware.
From The Verge • Apr. 15, 2022
Tap or click here for a list of bloatware apps you didn’t even know were slowing down your phone.
From Fox News • Dec. 18, 2021
Another wrote: "This is a terrible bloatware baked directly into the browser."
From BBC • Dec. 1, 2021
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