In the age of digital connectivity, privacy has become a significant concern. As we increasingly rely on our smartphones for various tasks, the amount of personal data that these devices collect and share has grown exponentially. This has led to a rising interest in deGoogled phones.
What are DeGoogled Phones?
A deGoogled phone is an Android phone that uses an open-source version of Android without Google proprietary software or services. It does not require a Google account and does not send data to Google’s servers. This means no Play Store, no Play Services, and no Pixel-specific features. It’s actually the purest form of Android.
Why DeGoogled Phones?
The primary reason for using a deGoogled phone is privacy. These phones have privacy and security features that block apps from tracking the device IDs. They offer an alternative to the standard Android experience, where Google apps and services often collect extensive user data.
Popular DeGoogled Android Versions
Some of the most popular deGoogled versions of Android are LineageOS, CalyxOS, /e/ Foundation and GrapheneOS. These versions are nearly identical to your typical Android experience, but with one important exception – there are no Google apps installed!
LineageOS
LineageOS is a free and open-source operating system for smartphones and tablet computers, based on the Android mobile platform. It is the successor to the highly popular custom ROM CyanogenMod, from which it was forked in December 2016 when Cyanogen Inc. announced it was discontinuing development and shut down the infrastructure behind the project.
CalyxOS
CalyxOS is another open-source operating system that aims to provide a Google-free experience. It includes microG services, which are open-source implementations of Google Play Services. This allows apps that rely on Google Play Services to run without compromising on privacy.
GrapheneOS
GrapheneOS is a privacy and security-focused mobile OS with Android app compatibility. It’s focused on the utmost hardened security called GrapheneOS. It doesn’t include Google apps or services out of the box.
Availability of DeGoogled Phones
The /e/ Foundation has been offering refurbished smartphones running Android, but “deGoogled” since 2019. Initially, the focus was on Europe due to a limit on the supply of phones available for refurbishment, but now there’s enough stock to start offering Google-free handsets in the US.
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Conclusion
DeGoogled phones offer an alternative for those who value their privacy and want to limit data collection by big tech companies. While it may not be for everyone, it’s an option worth considering if you’re concerned about how much personal data your device may be sharing.
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