LPT: If you’re not a fan of where Android or iOS is going but have to use one, buy a used phone to avoid giving money directly to ill-intentioned manufacturers. Then use some of the savings to support Linux Mobile Distro development!

We need to show a market demand for repairable phones and unlocked bootloaders.

  • Arghblarg
    23·
    6 months ago

    I refuse to buy any phone new, I always look for one 2-3 years old with verified stable support for lineageOS.

    Also a good way to do a little to reduce e-waste. Many slightly older models have stock remaining new-in-box so it isn’t always an issue of buying ‘used’ hardware.

    • exu@feditown.comEnglish
      10·
      6 months ago

      I also just did this and got a refurbished phone for a decent discount compared to buying the same one new.

      LineageOS support is an absolute must. I haven’t used a stock Android for the last 6-7 years probably.

      • Arghblarg
        3·
        6 months ago

        If it’s not new-in-box, yeah, pretty much. I’m happy with my OnePlus-5T.