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▲ 76 r/IndiaTech

I Uninstalled Instagram ages ago & recently ditched the WhatsApp, Yet Meta Was Still Running Hidden Services on My Android ?

Years ago, I completely removed Instagram from my phone. Later, I even uninstalled WhatsApp because I wanted less Meta presence on my device. I genuinely thought that was the end of it. Recently, while browsing the web, I accidentally clicked on a Reel link. Suddenly, something called “Meta App Manager” appeared and started trying to install Instagram Lite in the background.

That immediately felt suspicious to me. I was confused because I had already removed every Meta app from my phone a long time ago. So I connected my phone to my PC and checked everything through ADB.

To my surprise, I discovered three hidden Meta-related system packages still running on the device:

• com.facebook.appmanager

• com.facebook.services

• com.facebook.system

Yet Meta-related background components were still sitting inside the phone through OEM preload integrations, even after I had removed Instagram and WhatsApp years ago. So I used ADB and manually removed all three packages from the device.

Honestly, the most frustrating part is not even the services themselves. It’s the lack of transparency. If a user intentionally removes Meta apps, hidden Meta service layers should not silently remain active in the system waiting to trigger installs or integrations later. After removing them, the phone genuinely feels cleaner, and more importantly, it finally feels like I actually own my device again. Has anyone else discovered these hidden Meta packages on their Android phone?

u/TataHitachi — 2 days ago
▲ 14 r/Cooking

Thinking about buying a Lodge cast iron griddle/pan. Worth it for flatbreads, crepes, and dosa style(Pan Cakes) cooking? wanted to hear from people who actually use Lodge cookware regularly.

I’ve been thinking about buying a Lodge cast iron griddle mainly for thin flatbread and crepe-style cooking, especially South Indian dosa(similar like pan cakes). I keep seeing people praise Lodge cookware for its durability, heat retention, and long lifespan, so I’m seriously considering getting one.

I wanted to hear from people here who actually use Lodge pans regularly. How good is it once properly seasoned? Does food stick a lot in the beginning, especially with thinner batter-based foods like crepes or dosas? I’ve also heard Lodge cookware can be pretty heavy, so I’m curious how practical it feels for everyday cooking.

I’m mainly looking for something that can last many years and develop a naturally non-stick surface over time. Would you recommend Lodge for this kind of cooking, or are there better alternatives I should look into?

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u/TataHitachi — 14 days ago
▲ 10 r/IndianFood

Thinking about buying a Lodge cast iron for dosa/chapathi. Is it really worth it? Wanted to hear from people who actually use Lodge cookware regularly.

I’ve been thinking about buying a Lodge cast iron pan mainly for dosas and general cooking. I keep seeing a lot of praise for the brand online, especially because of how long the company has been around and how many people say their pans can last for decades if maintained properly. That honestly made me interested in trying one.

Before buying, I wanted to hear from people who actually use Lodge cookware regularly. How has your experience been with seasoning, heat retention, and everyday cooking? Does dosa stick badly in the beginning, and how long does it take to get that proper non stick surface naturally? I also heard Lodge pans are quite heavy, so I’m curious whether they feel practical for daily use or become tiring after a while.

I’d also like to know how they compare to Indian cast iron brands like Rock Tawa or Indus Valley in real world usage. Is Lodge genuinely on another level, or is the hype mostly because of the brand reputation? Any long term user experiences, maintenance tips, or things to know before buying would really help.

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u/TataHitachi — 14 days ago
▲ 648 r/AppleMusic

Didn’t expect this at all, but Apple Music on Windows feels incredibly polished. The UI looks clean, smooth, and premium, and the audio quality is just on another level. Compared to any of music platforms, it honestly feels miles ahead in overall experience.

u/TataHitachi — 23 days ago
▲ 560 r/Helicopters

I’ve heard that the Mil Mi-26 (Mil = Russian design bureau, Mi = model series by Mikhail Mil) is the largest helicopter ever built, especially in terms of payload capacity and overall size.

Is that still true today, or are there any helicopters that are bigger or more powerful? How does it compare to heavy-lift helicopters like the Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion or any experimental designs?

u/TataHitachi — 25 days ago