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low-tech cellphone recs for someone in the US? (slrpnk.net)
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cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/32733945

housemate and I are sick of smartphone AI and spyware!! looking for cheap, refurbished cellphones from the 00s

  • the problem: all models we have found run on 2G, which is rapidly being phased out by all US carriers
  • desired features: basic call and text functionality, durability, physical buttons, fits in pocket
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[–] fae@slrpnk.net 0 points 2 days ago (1 children)

so I'm learning... probably gonna opt for a Pixel then

[–] KhantoBlackhand@lemmy.today 2 points 2 days ago

Yeah, I say run GrapheneOS for the best security on android on a pixel. The next best if you want an older device is to run DeGoogled LineageOS, I use a Pixel 4a 5G and it runs superb and it's easier to repair. It also doesn't have the extra BS most phones have now these days. Although I do use a few more apps, defaults should suffice. (Except for messaging use Molly a android fork of Signal or XMPP)