This is a great and all but it doesn't tackle the root problem.
We need Linux based phones with root level access NOW!
In some cases we pay over $1000 for a phone (shouldn't be called a phone - should be called a personal computer) and we don't even have "root" control.
With root control we can could see what these applications are really doing and if need-be neuter them ourselves.
i looked into the Pine Phone. Although it's not quite ready for public consumption, I've got enough linux and techie experience to be able to put workarounds into action if need be. I may snag one anyway, as the price is right.
The name of this phone/project always reminds me of the pine email client.
You're right: the price is right. I might just have to pull the trigger and take that leap. I just worry that it won't work with US carriers. Let me know if you get it and how you like it.
This is a great and all but it doesn't tackle the root problem.
We need Linux based phones with root level access NOW!
In some cases we pay over $1000 for a phone (shouldn't be called a phone - should be called a personal computer) and we don't even have "root" control.
With root control we can could see what these applications are really doing and if need-be neuter them ourselves.
I'm very close to getting one of these: https://puri.sm/products/librem-5-usa/
i looked into the Pine Phone. Although it's not quite ready for public consumption, I've got enough linux and techie experience to be able to put workarounds into action if need be. I may snag one anyway, as the price is right.
The name of this phone/project always reminds me of the pine email client.
You're right: the price is right. I might just have to pull the trigger and take that leap. I just worry that it won't work with US carriers. Let me know if you get it and how you like it.
Will do. Post saved for future correspondence.