Per one tech forum this week: “Google has quietly installed an app on all Android devices called ‘Android System SafetyCore’. It claims to be a ‘security’ application, but whilst running in the background, it collects call logs, contacts, location, your microphone, and much more making this application ‘spyware’ and a HUGE privacy concern. It is strongly advised to uninstall this program if you can. To do this, navigate to 'Settings’ > 'Apps’, then delete the application.”

  • @blazeknave
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    35 hours ago

    I didn’t understand the value of fdroid all since it feels like a web wrapper. Thanks to you finally pulled the trigger on Obtanium. Omg that’s simple af

    • @FauxLiving
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      22 hours ago

      It’s a web wrapper that points to a non-Google software repo.

      The non-Google software repo is the important part, the interface can be bad as long as it can install software.

      I use Obtanium too, but fDroid is my first stop when I need an app. Google’s Play store is a last resort.