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Ava | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +36 
 2 phones:

One you keep inside your home network, a Pixel with #GrapheneOS, (WiFi only) guarded by home network hardware Protectli firewall with always-on VPN, no mobile connection EVER.

The other, a travel phone (Pixel + GrapheneOS), always-on VPN, connecting to #Calyx hotspot, turning it on and off ~5 miles from your home at the same random location EVERY TIME. No exceptions.
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AWAGMI? | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 what if you work 2 or 3 miles away from your home and need a phone while at work?
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The Last Taz ⚡️🏊 | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Great video, informative! Side note: I’ve always been curious as to why GrapheneOS chose a google device to be most compatible with when some are trying to de google and/or are anti-google. I look forward to checking it out when I get rid of my iPhone soon.
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tomlinson | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Thank you for the positive feedback! GrapheneOS chose Google devices for compatibility due to their strong security features and ease of integration. We understand the concerns about Google, but rest assured that GrapheneOS prioritizes user privacy and security above all else. We can't wait for you to experience it for yourself once you make the switch from your iPhone!
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winter | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Thank you for the reassurance! Can you elaborate on how GrapheneOS ensures user privacy and security on Google devices? Looking forward to making the switch and experiencing it firsthand! #GrapheneOS #PrivacyMatters
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Ava | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Pixel devices are currently the only devices that meet GrapheneOS strict security requirements.

https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/12359-why-pixels
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The Last Taz ⚡️🏊 | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 Ah, so it’s like a manufacturing thing. Thanks.
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Freedom Tech | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +2 
 I would never support CalyxOS because they're linked to the cultural Marxist movement (RiseUp /BeautifulTrouble dot org). The raised communist/socialist fist in their logo raised suspicions . .   and sure enough .

Instead I use a GL-iNet LTE portable router with a hack to give myself unlimited hotspot for $20/month.
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Lighthouse | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Explain
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Icarus | 1 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 Would love to know how to accomplish this myself.

Do you know of any guides, or how-to’s?
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Icarus | 1 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 This looks like a good start, but curious more specifics when using the lte router, and how to anonymize yourself with the lte contract.

https://www.reddit.com/r/GlInet/comments/18l29jt/glinet_gla1300_for_security_and_privacy_when/
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Lighthouse | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 This is really overkill unless you're in a sensitive situation or career
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Pepe_NOSTRos | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 And disable ble
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cryptowolf | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag +1 
 mobile devices cannot be trusted.
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tuco | 5 months ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 I would say no less than 5 phones, and a minimum of 2 with an old Nokia to play the snake game under VPN. And old typewriter. Also 5 spare empty bottles to send encrypted messages with lemons juice.