noun
- Software or applications that consume excessive system resources, slow down performance, or include unnecessary features; often pre-installed on devices.
Usage: informal; computing; usually plural
Examples
- My new laptop came loaded with bloatwares that I had to uninstall immediately.
- Removing bloatwares from your computer can significantly improve its speed.
- Many manufacturers pre-load bloatwares on devices to earn revenue from bundled software.
- Users often complain about bloatwares that drain battery life on smartphones.
- Cleaning up bloatwares is one of the first steps in optimizing system performance.