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GrapheneOS Advice needed.

I want to buy a new google pixel 6, or 6 plus phone.

But I want to go to a store and pay cash - off the record.

I want to make sure it is - carrier unlocked.

But I also want to make sure the boot loader is unlockable also. (I think using the stores wifi, to install the latest version of software I can then get into the developer area and unlock the boot loader.

Then I want to install GrapheneOS.

Thanks everyone and anyone with advice.

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#grapheneos

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Derek Ross 2y ago

I don't know if Best Buy would still sell last year's models, but if they did, that's an option for you.

damien 2y ago

Was just on the online store, not seeing the 6 which I want also

086564b2... 2y ago

My nearby stores didn’t have in stock, but could get in a few days.

086564b2... 2y ago

Thanks Derek. Best Buy can get it, but they require drivers license etc. to purchase. At Wal-Mart I have purchased burner phones (android - but not pixel) and had the cashier set up. Cash. No real info from me.

This is my goal but with Pixel- then GrapheneOS.

Pixel 7 is fine also.

Derek Ross 2y ago

Oh. I wasn't aware you need a driver's license to buy from Best Buy. Ugh. That's dumb.

086564b2... 2y ago

Yes, I didn’t know either until I called them this morning. Seems like KYC is everywhere. I will get around it.. but they don’t make it easy.

Séimí Mac Síomón 2y ago

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NunyaBiznus 2y ago

Swappa.com is good of you don't mind used devices. Its not cash, but you're buying from an individual so.. 🤷‍♀️

I've purchased 3 mint condition phones and a macbook this way and have had zeoro issues.

086564b2... 2y ago

I will check them out! Thank you

NunyaBiznus 2y ago

No problem 🤙

Ryu Santiago 2y ago

I now know where to go to buy a new(ish) Pixel once I get tired of the 6 Pro I currently have, or wear it out

MetropleX [GrapheneOS] ⚡🟣 2y ago

Only Verizon permenantly lock bootloaders and prevent OEM unlock.

Others if buying second hand may require certain contract obligations to be met if still under one.

Besides that they should all work fine.

086564b2... 2y ago

Thanks very much for the tip.