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I have to disagree somewhat (but I agree with Despota's comment on friction. Ask an iPhone user to give it up and switch to Android is like taking away their opium. And if they DO switch, they're met with a large learning curve, and a month or two of swearing before they get used to it (or in many cases switch back).

Same with Android really--that side of the fence also doesn't want to switch.

But I disagree with "needing an engineering degree" to use--

Switching to #GrapheneOS is simple (really). Go to https://grapheneos.org/ and click the blue button, then follow the prompts to click the remaining blue buttons. It's a fully web-based install...

As for a GPS that "actually works" you simply download an app (just like on iPhobne or Google). I prefer OsmAnd (although there are others). Download that, turn on location, and you've got turn-by-turn navigation just like Google...simple.

So the options are out there--but I think it's user inertia more than anything else. Most are inherently lazy (how often have you seen folks not even willing to entertain even listening about BTC? Same thing...)

What's that say about Nostr? Maybe folks will end up using one client...but with so much out there, that's like saying "I use a word processor, but I don't want to use a spreadsheet--that's too much trouble"...

But it doesn't mean we don't need spreadsheets...

Folks for years have been saying "when will the next 'killer app' come out?"

Well, you're using it...

And we don't really know what some bright, talented (maybe even a bit quirky or unconventional) programmer wil come up with that no one ever thought of...

(Know anyone like that L?) 😃

Hi šŸ‘‹

If I am a iPhone user but completely willing to change over to grapheneos which phone should I purchase?

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Google pixels get the top phone so it past about 5 years

Okay thank you.

You need a Google Pixel.

The best choice now is one of the Pixel 8s...there are some security features in those that are new (i.e. not in the 7 series) that Graphene is leveraging, and you'll get the longest support.

Having said that, it's (of course) the most expensive.

I usually go one generation older (so the Pixel 7a is a great choice and is probably your best price point right now..

You may want to wait until the 13th--looks like Google has a product launch scheduled--and once the Pixel 9 comes out, the prices of older phones will drop. And of course Black Friday is also a great time to buy.

BE SURE TO GET ONE ONLY FROM GOOGLE - YOU CANNOT USE ONE THAT IS CARRIER LOCKED (i.e. buying from Verizon or T-Mobile will NOT work)

Check out this page for more info:

https://grapheneos.org/faq#supported-devices

Happy to answer any quesitons!

Wonderful, thank you!

Great info, so from everything I’ve found so far it seems like Pixel + Graphene OS + Helium is the way to go?

Not familiar with Helium, but a big fan of Graphene (and yes, you need a Pixel). 😃

Great OS, very easy to install...happy to help with any questions if you'd like.

I just found out about helium and it seems like a great service provider for people looking for more privacy. Thanks šŸ¤

Is it a VPN or??

Wireless phone service that enables individuals to establish and manage mobile networks

Ah...thanks!