https://twitter.com/meantomyself/status/1603453513501229068?s=20&t=8hcdM8ipcTH3yLQOxY-msw Before mobile phones, there were landline phones. If it was someone far away, they would have to pay "long distance" charges in order to talk to you. If it were someone in the local area code, they could just come over. But, with a landline phone conversations tend to be short, and there is … Continue reading Generational Communication Preferences
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Installing GrapheneOS on a Pixel Device
As you may know, I like trying out alternative operating systems. I bought a Pixel 6 device and installed GrapheneOS on it. The web installer instructions are pretty easy to follow, and I was able to do it in less than an hour. It took longer to do the Android updates it recommends doing before … Continue reading Installing GrapheneOS on a Pixel Device
CAMALIOT
"Collect data from satellites for scientific research in weather forecasting."-https://www.camaliot.org/ It's an android app that uses your GPS to help collect data to improve navigation and weather forecasting.
Accessing a Locked Android Phone Not Displaying A Keyboard
I use AnySoftKeyboard as my keyboard of choice on Android. It's great, except when my SD Card becomes corrupted. When that happens, AnySoftKeyboard no longer works. If my device is locked at the time, there doesn't appear to be a way to type in my password to unlock the device. There is a solution to … Continue reading Accessing a Locked Android Phone Not Displaying A Keyboard
e Foundation
"We build desirable, open source, privacy-enabled smartphone operating systems.-https://e.foundation/ e Foundation is a recent fork of LineageOS. It looks like it supports older devices, such as the t0lte device (aka Samsung Note 2) that I had to upgrade from when LineageOS stopped supporting when they rolled out Android 9, Pie. So, of course, I'll be … Continue reading e Foundation
The Watchers Are Watching
"For brands, following someone’s precise movements is key to understanding the “customer journey” — every step of the process from seeing an ad to buying a product. It’s the Holy Grail of advertising, one marketer said, the complete picture that connects all of our interests and online activity with our real-world actions.Once they have the … Continue reading The Watchers Are Watching
Public Service Announcement: TV KILL
Step 1. Buy or own a phone with a built-in infrared transmitter. My preferred choice, at the moment, is a Samsung Galaxy S5, which has a removable battery, support for the newest version of Android (Pie) via LineageOS, and can be bought from eBay for <$100. Step 2. Install TV Kill. The app sequentially goes … Continue reading Public Service Announcement: TV KILL
Put Your Phone in Do Not Disturb Mode Forever | The Outline
"My phone never buzzes or beeps — unless someone calls me more than twice in a row, which is a setting I turned on in case of emergency — and the screen never flashes some distracting reminder of all the other nonsense I could be giving my attention. Even when my phone is open or … Continue reading Put Your Phone in Do Not Disturb Mode Forever | The Outline
Signs You Have A Bad Relationship With Your Mobile Device
"Signs you might be experiencing problematic use, Lembke says, include these: Interacting with the device keeps you up late or otherwise interferes with your sleep. It reduces the time you have to be with friends or family. It interferes with your ability to finish work or homework. It causes you to be rude, even subconsciously. … Continue reading Signs You Have A Bad Relationship With Your Mobile Device
Installing LineageOS on a Samsung Device
Updated: April 2021 after updating a Samsung S5 Qualcomm device to LineageOS 18.1 or Android 11. LineageOS is an alternative operating system for your phone. It's what stock Android looks like, i.e., it doesn't have the unnecessary software from device manufacturers and phone carriers. Installing it is also an interesting exercise in how taking more … Continue reading Installing LineageOS on a Samsung Device
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