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GrapheneOS is fantastic. I use it every day and kind of take it for granted, it's good to stop for a minute and be grateful that it exists.

It runs smooth on my Pixel, I got the hang of fine-grained permissions, used multiple profiles and the private space. I have most of the apps I need, battery is quite good, and Google or big tech is refreshingly absent.

The only noticeable downgrade from an iPhone in my experience is the camera and image-related software. Camera app is too basic and sometimes crashes, image quality is average, and image editing capabilities are very limited.

In all other aspects, definitely an upgrade. Highly recommend making the move.

#grapheneos
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Vitor Pamplona · 61w
Yeah, Cameras tend to be extremely protected by manufacturers
PalmTree ๐ŸŒด · 61w
I'm OK with the camera, the only gripe i have is there is no apps to tap pay at a checkout. For F sake, Stores need to start accepting crypto. #grapheneos
jtown · 61w
Just got a unlocked pixel 8 this week for graphene. Any specific app suggestions and do you use a esim service like silent.link or anything like that? Pumped to get started!!
Sacred Peak · 61w
i use image toolbox for editing images on phone (it is OSS). i do use the camera app daily and I've never had a crash but we may have different pixels. iPhones are neither secure nor private. good move.
Jay · 61w
I caved and use the Google camera/photos with as few permissions as possible. Definitely no network or location.
High Heel King · 61w
Graphene is awesome for sure. Just use the Google camera and make sure you got the right permissions turned off. Pixel camera software is magical! https://image.nostr.build/801f541f8b5e26316ab100ea61b540a106e49e0af7d862808c96ab07d681eef0.jpg
Adam · 61w
https://opencamera.org.uk/ Dare I say Open Camera has too many settings. I have just begun trying it out, seems good.
Node Runner · 61w
I prefer the simplicity of the camera. KISS
Rajesh · 61w
Great reason to purchase a standalone camera. 2nd dslrโ€™s are going so cheap these days
MadMunky2140 · 61w
Cook da rest @grapheneOS is only way to go
running bitcoin · 61w
Love GrapheneOS! Been using it for years. Google camera works in the sandbox ๐Ÿ‘
Max · 61w
Nice and fully agreed! Just FYI, you can install the google camera app with google play service framework dependency, that gets you back to very impressive pictures.
Scrooge McBitcoin · 61w
I just looked up the install process. it seems pretty complicated. were there any issues? how long did it take you?
chrizzz · 61w
Next one.
Lighthouse · 61w
Agree esp about camera but it's all good
solobalbo · 61w
Check out this modder's versions of the Google Camera. It works great on my Pixel with GrapheneOS. https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/dev-MWP/
accumulator · 61w
I have never seen a worse USB-C socket than on my current Pixel 6a. Even looking at it from a distance makes the plug come out. 50% of the time I find it didn't charge overnight. No, it's not the cable. The rest of the device is pretty cool.
Carson · 61w
I'm on my 2nd Pixel with GrapheneOS - I love it
sommerfeld · 61w
My wife has a P9 running stock, I have a P8 with GOS. We took pictures from the same angles and compared. I didn't notice much difference tbh.
tigs · 61w
What about GPS stuff or maps? I'm running GrapheneOS myself, love it! But just a few small things missing.