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Why My Pixel Runs GrapheneOS

What running GrapheneOS on my Pixel 8 changed about how I judge privacy, control, and the Android software I build.

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On Curve Pay on GrapheneOS

Can confirm Curve Pay works on GrapheneOS devices in the UK. This is a feature I had been missing for a long time. Not a reason to install the OS. Just a hole in daily life that …

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The Privacy-folk Guide to RSS

Odd but useful ways to use RSS on Android, plus three privacy-first readers to try.

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On untrustable keyboards

You’re looking for something like the FUTO keyboard. They’re a sure David in a Goliath market of untrustable keyboards. An absolute gem. No network permission, local speech …

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