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dhhyfddehhfyy4673, in What's the best strategy for changing to GrapheneOS?

Just do it. The web install makes it really hard to fuck up. And you can always reflash android if you want.

Evkob, in What's the best strategy for changing to GrapheneOS?
@Evkob@lemmy.ca avatar

GrapheneOS and Android are both based on AOSP, and calling/texting is such basic functionality for a mobile OS that I doubt that GrapheneOS’ implementation is much different from Android’s, if at all.

I’ve been on GrapheneOS for the past year or so, I’ve never actually enjoyed using my phone as much as I do now. No Samsung apps I can’t uninstall, no Google spyware, the only stuff running on my device is stuff I want it to run, the way I want it to run.

normanwall,

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  • Bread,

    I have noticed a drop in average temperature and increased battery life on mine, personally.

    Evkob,
    @Evkob@lemmy.ca avatar

    I bought this phone with the express purpose of installing GrapheneOS on it, so I can’t compare to stock Android on the same device because I never used it. I haven’t had any issues with battery life though, I can usually get a day and a half out of a full charge, and I’ve never had it die on me when I needed it. Charging is so fast nowadays anyway that it’s not much of a bother to plug it in for like 20 or so minutes and getting at least half of a full charge.

    MangoPenguin, in Recommendation for webcam that doesn't push its software?
    @MangoPenguin@lemmy.blahaj.zone avatar

    I think most of the basic Logitech webcams should just work without any other software.

    Not surprised about Razer, their stuff is awful.

    chemicalwonka, in Recommendation for webcam that doesn't push its software?
    @chemicalwonka@discuss.tchncs.de avatar

    Android 14 now allow users to use their smartphones as webcam natively

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    I just considered it, but I don’t think this would be ideal for my use case, although it is useful information.

    WeAreAllOne,

    Wait what? How?

    chemicalwonka,
    @chemicalwonka@discuss.tchncs.de avatar

    GpapheneOS updated to Android 14

    1000089898

    RubberElectrons, in Recommendation for webcam that doesn't push its software?
    @RubberElectrons@lemmy.world avatar

    I’m using a Logitech c920 at home and a brio 500 (for 4k) at work. Both support Linux and windows with no added software.

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    Those both look like options I can afford! I think one of my playgroup said he uses the c920.

    These cameras don’t prompt you to install an app each time you reconnect them?

    RubberElectrons,
    @RubberElectrons@lemmy.world avatar

    I think I got prompted once for the Logitech mouse, and said no thanks. That’s been it.

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    That’s not so bad then. My Razer literally launches the installer every time it’s reconnected.

    Every. Time.

    mranderson17,

    This is… exactly my setup too. Works great. The brio is a tiny bit weird in that it appears as two independent video devices in Linux, but choosing the right one is all that’s necessary and it works fine.

    fhqwgads, (edited ) in Recommendation for webcam that doesn't push its software?

    If you already have a camera with HDMI output sitting around a capture card can be a great way to get really good image quality for not much money. If 720p is enough I’ve actually had really good success with these incredibly cheap ones: youtu.be/daS5RHVAl2U - I’ve even seen them at places like Walmart and Target under the Vivitar brand so they’re readily available.

    If you don’t look around locally for used Sony cameras. Because 1080p is only 2 mega pixels and many of the nicer old Sony cameras have clean HDMI output you can get kind of amazing image quality for very cheap. Some newer model mirrorless cameras got updates to run as a webcam directly off the USB port but they’re likely out of your budget and some require software. (Edit: make sure you check if the model you’re looking at has clean HDMI out - some do, some don’t, and some do with some tweaking. This site has a decent bit probably incomplete list: wasge.es/clean_output/ )

    If you want a more traditional webcam and need autofocus something like the Logitech c920 family is probably your best bet but the constant revisions may have added a software install. Most cameras are including software since realistically they’re all basically the same and most of the “features” are added in the software.

    If you don’t need autofocus, there are a number of companies taking Sony “security camera” sensors and slapping them in boxes with screw mount lenses. ELP and Mokose are examples but there are others. With enough light these generally look pretty dang good. If you pick one up and decide later to upgrade, it can probably live mounted up high just for playing magic, especially since there are a few 4k ones that will probably let you read the tiniest of text on the cards.

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    capture card

    Hmm I need to do some research. I’m not really sure what these are for or what they do, but I’ll look into it, thanks.

    Most cameras are including software since realistically they’re all basically the same and most of the “features” are added in the software

    Yes, I understand. It’s always been this way, but then the way to do it is to either sell the software, or include instructions on how to retrieve it, not to automatically drop an installer on someone’s PC the moment one connects the device. From my POV, I’m shopping for hardware. If I’m looking for software features, I can shop for those separately.

    I’ve heard that Logitech does do the same thing Razer does now, but I’ve also heard they don’t. It’s frustrating not being able to find this information.

    ELP and Mokose

    I’ll look into this as well. Seems like people have had focus issues though, based on reviews I saw.

    You’ve given me some options. I’m sure there’s some cheap brand out there somewhere that doesn’t force the installer, but it’s even hard to find facts about whether they do or don’t.

    fhqwgads,

    capture card

    Hmm I need to do some research. I’m not really sure what these are for or what they do, but I’ll look into it, thanks.

    Sorry, probably should have explained. If you have a camera that has an HDMI or other video output they basically convert it to a USB camera.

    I’ll look into this as well. Seems like people have had focus issues though, based on reviews I saw.

    Most of the models they put out don’t have autofocus at all, you have to physically turn it to focus. Depending on exactly how your setup works that may or may not be viable - overhead cam like for playing magic probably doesn’t move much, but for video conferences where you shift in your chair it might be weird if the room is a bit darker.

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    If you have a camera that has an HDMI or other video output they basically convert it to a USB camera.

    I have an action cam (like a knockoff gopro) that has a pretty good image. So I could use that as a Webcam if I had one of those capture cards?

    Also, I forgot to mention: It doesn’t have to read all the text on a card, it just needs to be able to accurately detect which card it is, then Spelltable pulls up the card text from a database.

    fhqwgads,

    If it has an HDMI output without too much junk on it yes. Sometimes the HDMI output will have the same interface that’s on the screen, sometimes it will be clean, and sometimes it shows the interface but you can shut it off so it doesn’t matter. You can usually crop out the interface in OBS but you’ll lose some resolution doing that. You should be able to plug it into a monitor or TV and check fairly easily.

    LinkOpensChest_wav,

    I’ll try it. If I can stream with this, I’ll be so pleased. I’ve taken longboarding footage with this thing, and it always looks crystal clear.

    I think I’m gonna look for the one at Walmart next time I’m there. This action cam even fits my existing mounting hardware so this will be perfect if I can get it working!

    Thank you so much.

    voight, in Facebook Messenger's Rollout of End-to-End Encryption Leaves Metadata Questions Unanswered
    @voight@hexbear.net avatar

    B U L L S H I T

    disablist, (edited ) in Facebook Messenger's Rollout of End-to-End Encryption Leaves Metadata Questions Unanswered

    Speaking on behalf of myself, and my entire race, I have complete faith in Facebook, Meta, and most importantly Mark Zuckerberg. He has never let us down, and I have no doubt our support and faith will be rewarded when we finally rise up and reclaim earth for all reptilian kind.

    QuazarOmega,

    sss, ss sssss, bzzt

    neo, in Riot Games Now Requires Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat Software for League of Legends, Following Valorant's Implementation
    @neo@lemmy.comfysnug.space avatar

    Another promise walked back. Guess I’m not playing League of Legends anymore.

    Genghis, in What's the best strategy for changing to GrapheneOS?

    Everything should work perfectly fine.

    Just make sure you know which apps are not supported on GOS such as Netflix, Hulu, Cash App, etc because of the Play Integrity API. Don’t be afraid to use the Play Store as well. Its treated like any other app on the system so it isn’t highly privileged.

    Also, one thing that was a problem for me at first was the restore solution (and backup solution). You will have to transfer your files from an external drive whether its the cloud or a local one.

    Feel free to join the GrapheneOS Discord/Matrix/Telegram server and ask more questions because they’re very knowledgeable people that can support you.

    db2, in You Need to Turn on Apple’s New Stolen iPhone Tool

    Got a slightly older Apple device that Apple refuses to update? Fuck you. Right in the ass. Dry.

    kate,

    I have the 2018 model iPhone and I got this update, what do you have that isn’t getting it?

    db2,

    iPod 7.

    TheSaus,

    What is a “slightly older” apple device in this context? They still support back to the xr/se2 with ios 17.3

    support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/iphone/…/ios

    db2,

    iPod 7 for one, it’s newer than the xr.

    TheSaus,

    Internet user reading comprehension challenge (impossible)

    Article says it’s for iPhones, not all apple devices

    db2,

    The iPod is an iPhone without cellular. It has Find My etc.

    TheSaus,

    Ok

    gregorum, (edited )

    My 2016 gen 1 iPad Pro isn’t getting this update for the first time (iOS 17). It barely runs the last iOS, but still gets security updates.

    I’m fine with that.

    db2,

    👍

    Fluid, in You Need to Turn on Apple’s New Stolen iPhone Tool
    @Fluid@aussie.zone avatar

    Oh, there it is! You’d think they would put it under security and privacy settings.

    Redoomed, in You Need to Turn on Apple’s New Stolen iPhone Tool

    Turning on the iPhone’s Stolen Device Protection is simple—it’s just one small toggle in your phone’s settings.

    There is one crucial detail that the article doesn’t mention: Find My iPhone must be enabled to enable SDP. That is to say, enabling Find My (along with biometric authentication) is a prerequisite for SDP.

    lud,

    Odd that biometric authentication is needed when it’s worse from a security standpoint.

    Caravaggio, in You Need to Turn on Apple’s New Stolen iPhone Tool

    Expect a wave of fingers cut off and eyes picked together with a stolen phone? Or kidnappings more likely?

    kurcatovium, in Fossify Phone (Fossify is a fork of Simple Mobile Tools) is now available, adding to Fossify's existing Gallery, File Manager, and Calendar apps

    I’m already using it since yesterday. Switch from Simple Mobile Phone was as easy as it gets because they are basically the same at the moment.

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