paradox2011

paradox2011 , 5 months ago to Privacy in Nova Launcher Alternative?

I appreciate this comment. I agree with both sides of the argument to an extent, but feel that there is some unbalanced thinking with this rejection of Fdroid that's been happening. Its a hugely important service.

paradox2011 , 6 months ago to Privacy in "No expectation of privacy in public spaces" is a completely broken mentality.

The general public's apathy towards privacy is quite frustrating. I think there are laws that are pretty much what you outline here to one degree or another in various countries. Whether people respect them or whether the government respects them is a totally different thing though.

paradox2011 , 8 months ago to Privacy in How to de google or create a more private experience with pixel 8

Absolutely, there are some really good ways to mitigate the data flow even if you can't stop it entirely. The OS is a big deal, but I think the most fundamental change to make is the apps and services you use.

You've probably already done that to a degree, but see if there are more changes you can make.

Alternativeto is an excellent way to explore your options, but also the techlore and the new oil youtube channels are fantastic resources for limiting privacy leaks.

I'll post a few debloater apps that I've run across when I get home too, I haven't used them but I know there are options for removing some of the tracking elements of stock android.