I got a Pixel and installed GrapheneOS onto it just 3 days ago and it's an absolute charm.
The peace of mind of running a phone whose OS is FOSS out of the box is amazing as well: no need to look for open source variants to apps, nor disable telemetry, nor uninstall trash and unnecesary apps, only to find out apps like Facebook cannot be uninstalled. Basically, a non-bullshit OS, with extra privacy toggles and app sandbox.
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kitnaht@lemmy.world · 11 pts · 1y
GraphineOS, saved you a click; but it's not a phone, it's an OS that can be put on a phone.
Danitos@reddthat.com · 8 pts · 1y
I got a Pixel and installed GrapheneOS onto it just 3 days ago and it's an absolute charm.
The peace of mind of running a phone whose OS is FOSS out of the box is amazing as well: no need to look for open source variants to apps, nor disable telemetry, nor uninstall trash and unnecesary apps, only to find out apps like Facebook cannot be uninstalled. Basically, a non-bullshit OS, with extra privacy toggles and app sandbox.
eleitl@lemm.ee · 3 pts · 1y
Me too. The web usb install was a breeze. Easiest alternative ROM installation experience I've ever had.
myopic_menace@reddthat.com · 4 pts · 1y
I can't think of any phone that is Private out of the box. Your best bet is to flash a custom ROM like Graphene or Calyx.
unrushed233@lemmings.world · 1 pts · 1y
Actually this is exactly what the video talks about