Why YSK GrapheneOS is a step above the rest. I understand it’s ironic de-google phone/tablet with google hardware, but it just works better then anything else. Permission toggles, pin scrambling, auto-reboot, scopes, MAC randomization, isolated user profiles, longer passwords, sandboxed apps, open source firmware, no bloat & the battery life is incredible now.
I hope people understand how easy it is to move to Linux & GrapheneOS full time & remove Apple, Google, Microsoft etc. It exceeded expectations so much so that I want to share it with other people. I cannot recommend this enough to improve your life. #FOSS
I was thinking about using LineageOS… I don’t really want to pay $500 for a Pixel 7. I just want a cheap phone that works.
Did they drop support for fresh installs on the Pixel 6 already? It was going for like $300 not long ago, and the Graphene install was smooth as silk.
I’ll keep an eye out for a refurbished Pixel 6.
I’m using a 6a and it works great. Mileage may vary if you get under contract as these companies sometimes mess around with the boot locking stuff etc.
They have a list of supported phones and when the support for each end here: https://grapheneos.org/faq#device-lifetime
Pixel 6 is supported through October 2026.
You can install on the devices that are listed here. https://grapheneos.org/faq#supported-devices
I always buy my mobile hardware refurbished personally. It is functionally brand new and usually a lot cheaper. Would recommend.
I got the 6a over half a year ago for £299 brand new. So about $350 dollars, I’m guessing. Best to get the older models when newer ones are out or just about to come out. 6a is really great.