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PinePhone vs PinePhone Pro: Which should I buy? (self.privacy)

submitted 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) by gnutard to c/[email protected]

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I'm wondering which is more free (as in freedom) so I can make the right choice. I've also heard people say the regular PinePhone is better than the Pro version. I am planning on using it as a daily driver. I understand it's not perfect yet, but I'm dedicated to make it work, I don't do much with my phone. I also just want to help support Linux-based phones and would like to see it become more popular in the future! I'm planning on dropping my Google Pixel w/ GrapheneOS for this.

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Linux phones aren't ready yet as a daily driver and have a poor security. I think a Pixel phone with GrapheneOS is a better choice.

[–] gnutard 2 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (1 children)

I honestly just love the killswitches. As for poor security, what do you mean by that? Would it not be safe for just texting / calling? I'm planning on using this phone for work.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Killswitches give a false sense of security because it is still possible to extract some form of audio through other sensors. Another problem is that the firmware of the Wi-Fi/4G modem does not receive periodic update to prevent attacks. Pinephone won't be of any use, I've been in the same situation as you and preferred to opt for the Pixel with GrapheneOS.

[–] gnutard 2 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

I'm thinking about using the PineTime watch and connecting it to my GNU/Linux laptop via Bluetooth. I use Dino-IM for calls/texts on my laptop, wondering if there is a way to answer calls from my watch. I also bought the PineBuds to go along with it. If I can, great, I wouldn't even need a cell phone.