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unremovable apps

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Discussions about unremovable apps on WindowsForum.com focus on software that cannot be uninstalled by the user, often due to being integrated at the system level. A prominent example is LG Copilot on webOS televisions, where a firmware update added a Copilot tile that can be hidden but not removed, raising concerns about device ownership, post-purchase control, and privacy. This highlights a broader trend of manufacturers embedding persistent apps that users cannot delete, sparking debate about user rights and system bloat. The tag covers threads where users seek solutions or discuss the implications of such pre-installed, non-removable software.
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    LG Copilot on webOS: Non removable AI tile sparks ownership and privacy concerns

    LG pushed Microsoft’s Copilot onto a swath of webOS televisions via a recent over‑the‑air firmware update — and for many owners the new Copilot tile behaves like a system‑level feature that can be hidden but not uninstalled, touching off an unusually loud backlash about device ownership...
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