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
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PSA: Your Call Is Important to Us
If I've been on hold for 30 minutes, listening to an automated message telling me: My call is important to youAn apology for the wait It's a classic case of "I cannot hear what you are saying because what you are doing is talking too loud". If I'm on hold that long, you're telling me … Continue reading PSA: Your Call Is Important to Us
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
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