GrapheneOS Experience (6/6) - Conclusion

I love GrapheneOS and all it stands for. But the issue isn't the OS - it's the 3rd party apps. Whether relying on Google Services or not liking a rooted phone.

I'm hoping things change in the future and far more apps will be independent.

But for now, I think I'll slink back to a standard OS, not sign in with a Google account and disable all the Google apps - just to have a fully-functioning phone.

I think I've almost persuaded myself to buy a refurbished Pixel 7 or 8 and to install GrapheneOS to properly de-Google once and for all.

I know this will ultimately end up with me de-Microsofting via Linux on a laptop at some point too...

Leaving Meta - A practical field guide

Today 28 april, 19:00 at #ABF in #Malmö

"It is time to leave #meta right? Many people agree, but it is easier said than done: Through such popular services as Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook, Meta’s roots have extended deep into our daily lives. Leaving Meta’s services will require some efforts - but doing it together as a movement can make it easier."

With @maiathecyberwitch

More details:

https://www.gnistor.se/event/2025-04-28-leaving-meta-a-practical-field-guide/