Curious what phones are more privacy-focused.

      • Vivia 🦆🍵🦀@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        2·
        2 years ago

        Super happy. I’ve had mine since pre-pandemic and it’s still working perfectly. It’s even survived an accidental mud bath, I could then open it up myself and clean it.

    • KajikaEnglish
      1·
      2 years ago

      same here, I worked on postmarket OS port for the FP3 too but I don’t have the time anymore.

  • zekizEnglish
    112·
    2 years ago

    Pixel 4a with GrapheneOS

      • zekizEnglish
        2·
        2 years ago

        I’m probably getting a new phone in October or November. Depends on when I have enough money.

        I’m either getting the 6a or 7a. I guess the 7a is more powerful but also more expensive.

  • Cegorach@feddit.deEnglish
    9·
    2 years ago

    Fairphone 3(+, well it’s only half way between plus and non-plus)

    running /e/OS (ridiculous stupid name)

    it’s okay - but too expensive for okay

    • Ruthalas@infosec.pubEnglish
      4·
      2 years ago

      I wish Fairphone would release a version with antennas suitable for use in NA. I’d buy it in a heartbeat.

  • sudneo@lemmy.worldEnglish
    8·
    2 years ago

    Fairphone 3+ with /e/OS. It has been 3 years now, still working fine, and no major problems really. It is expensive for what you get, but if it can help reducing e-waste and spare me the burden of buying a phone every 2 years, I think it’s worth.

  • naeap@sopuli.xyzEnglish
    91·
    2 years ago

    I recently got myself a Pixel 7 Pro. the preinstalled OS really tries to push all the Google stuff on you, which isn’t great.
    but after a quick look around for 1 hour, I installed GrapheneOS and am very happy with it

    although I’d really like to have a Linux smartphone. but there seems to be none with good hardware…

    • Bri Guy @sopuli.xyzOPEnglish
      21·
      2 years ago

      Right the Linux phones seem to be more for tinkering than anything. I can’t really convince myself that’d be suitable for my every day life lol

      • naeap@sopuli.xyzEnglish
        1·
        2 years ago

        Nah, I wanna have a real Linux system, complete with userspace environment and my complete control over everything

        GrapheneOS is pretty cool for now though.
        I haven’t tried PostmarketOS.

        But I’m so in love with my Steam Deck. it’s just pure beauty to have a complete Linux system in this lovely package. I can just ssh into it :⁠-⁠D
        so, it would be awesome to have a device, that would fit in my IT environment. Apple products work better/exclusively with Apple products, Linux stuff works better with Linux stuff.

    • ArtificialLink@lemmy.oneEnglish
      21·
      2 years ago

      You can flash your own mobile linux os to it. I know a guy who did. But he was very knowledgeable about that stuff. And so privacy focused he wouldn’t even show it off 😭

      • naeap@sopuli.xyzEnglish
        3·
        2 years ago

        I haven’t checked for the Pixel for now, but for every older phone (usually OnePlus’) there was always something missing - only the OP One was well supported, which speaks for this company’s decisions…

      • swytch
        1·
        2 years ago

        Hey :)

        I recently broke my 1+6T, and settled on a Pxel 7 to replace it. I will flash a custom ROM on it, but I have concerns regarding GrapheneOS since Rossmann exposed Daniel.

        That said, I’ve heard about CalyxOS, and I’d say the Calyx project is interesting! How does it run for a daily driver? Security-wise, I reckon ir’s a middle ground between GraphenOS and LineageOS, but I’m not sure what to expect from it…

        • KindnessInfinity
          2·
          2 years ago

          Daniel Micay stepped down as lead developer and foundation director from graphemeOS … Announcement was posted here https://grapheneos.social/@DanielMicay/110437191840640957 … Graphene OS is easy to use and install via web installer. GrapheneOS has regular security updates. You can read the list of them here https://grapheneos.org/releases you can also see the list of grapheneOS specific security features here https://grapheneos.org/features

          • swytch
            2·
            2 years ago

            Saying Micay has stepped down is big assertion, since they could be pretty much anyone coding for the project (I mean, having an alias). It’s a matter of trust and if I cannot trust them to do what they say, I still trust the community behind the project.

            That’s why I ended up flashing GrapheneOS. I did try CalyxOS, but couldn’t find any real value compared to LineageOS (besides, maybe, network authorization) when it comes to apps installation and behavior. I’m happy with the settings of GrapheneOS, and I’ll see how the situation evolves to decide if I keep it or not :). I have no doubt that if Micay stays around, we will hear bout them in no time.

            • KindnessInfinity
              1·
              2 years ago

              They have created a foundation and any changes would require 3/4 vote. Do know there is public github with public commits of all changes, so please don’t imply any mistrust to Daniel Micay, Daniel has been put through a lot these last several years. Let’s try to be understanding and kind please. I am happy you like GrapheneOS :)

  • Dr. Wesker@lemmy.sdf.orgEnglish
    92·
    2 years ago

    Pixel 4a 5G with GrapheneOS. Though it’s finally starting to hold less and less of a charge, so I may “upgrade” to a newer yesteryear Pixel model.

  • Pablo@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    2 years ago

    it isn’t the phone itself but the operating system on it that makes it private.