Check out capfaq.com
For me, I went with using Home Switcher to set a new default launcher (Launcher Pro Plus). It's actually quite easy to do. With LPP, I am then able to customize the apps you see when opening the app drawer ... so I hid all the AT&T ones, plus any that have fees/subscriptions, and any I just won't use. I looove this feature! There are some other definitely bonuses to LPP once you get used to it, too. I wasn't hating the stock look/feel, but I'm quite happy with this new setup. It's certainly an easy fix if you really want certain things hidden, without any major steps to be taken (no rooting).