S25 and Google Photos

[Tao77]

I used to be able to uninstall Google Photos app on my S22 as my preference was gallery app and I did not want two photo apps on my phone. 

Now I cannot uninstall it on my S25, so I ask if Google Photos has now become a System App? 

If so, then can Samsung explain why this has happened and what other Google apps are now system apps which cannot be Uninstalled?

Thanks 

[RedDogRabbit]

Yes, Google Photos is a System App on the S25 series.

I suspect that Samsung has made the decision to not reinvent the wheel, and is moving towards using Google apps as the preferred option. 

Some will I am certain, not be pleased, but Google Messages for example, has always been a more widely compatible app with RCS for example. Google Photos backups to Google Drive or Google One, might be a better choice than Microsoft's One Drive? 

I think that you will ultimately be able to uninstall Samsung's Gallery app, but as you can see from the screen shots below, Samsung's Gallery app is using a minimal amount of storage.

 

 

Oddly enough, you do have the option to Disable Google Photos, but not Samsung's Gallery app.  

[Tao77]

Thanks RDR! I've always preferred backing up my photos to Google over One Drive. Truth be told, I wish Samsung had gone this way with Gallery. (Google over Microsoft) Would have been so much easier for I suspect most Samsung users who have a Google account

[Tao77]

Not being nosey RDR but your keyboard looks awesome, Samsung? Google or another?

[RedDogRabbit]

SwiftKey Keyboard. 

[mickinetsystems]

Samsung's gallery app is the best 😊

[Helenna]

Hi Tao77,

That’s correct! Google Photos is now a system app on the Galaxy S25 series, reflecting Samsung’s ongoing collaboration with Google. This ensures tighter integration with Google services, making for a more seamless cross-platform experience.

We appreciate your feedback and will pass it along to the relevant teams.

Thank you.