I learned only yesterday that Google is going to effectively shut down open android. So I'm gonna have to move away from there. But what are my options? Is there a nice website that lists and compares alternatives? I hear that Graphene is the goat, but I'm not on a pixel phone. Currently I'm on a Samsung galaxy a15 I hear about lineageOS as a good second, but it sounds like Google's decision to close down android might affect lineage too. I hear about others, but I'm not too well versed in running obscure OS.

Hello everyone! Is there any alternative to android auto for a degoogled phone running microG? I mean, one that can connect on " android auto ready” devices.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/60496784 > It all goes well until brunch, when I get tons of errors about missing manifest xml's. I can browse to the folder where the xml file should be (the folder exists) but the folder is empty. Where am I supposed to get them?? > > EDIT: to be clear, this device has been dropped from LOS support. I have an installation zip and got the proprietary blobs tho...

Over the last three years I've had a lot of folks ask me questions about using GrapheneOS. Let's answer them!

I've posted on here a long time ago about [RTranslator](https://github.com/niedev/RTranslator), which is a phenomenal, real-time translation app for conversations. It's a beautifully designed app that allows for on-device transcription and translation. RTranslator has a few different modes that make it great for bilingual conversations. It can do simple text translations very well, like a handful of other apps. I actually use [this one](https://github.com/DavidVentura/offline-translator) for that purpose because it has system context menus and OCR for image translation. Where RTranslator really shines is in translating live conversations. When it first came out a couple years ago, it felt like sci-fi. You can set it up to walkie-talkie mode, and the phone will automatically detect multiple speakers, identify the language they're speaking, and translate to the other language. If you have TTS enabled on your phone, you can even hear the other half of the conversation (more on that in a moment). The really amazing feature is if you have translator installed on two separate devices, then you can communicate with each other over Bluetooth. Even with your phone in your pocket, you can easily have a complete conversation with another person. Did I mention that it does all of this without *any* internet? When you first set up the app, you'll have to access the internet to download language models, but after that, it never goes online. The file size and processing power might be heavy on older or cheaper phones, but runs smoothly and easily on modern phones (I have a Pixel 7, which is hardly bleeding edge). I like things that happen on-device for privacy purposes, but it's also immediately practical for something like this. If you need on the spot translation, there's a good chance you're traveling and may not have access to reliable (or free) internet. Most Android devices have built-in text-to-speech (TTS). So after you've installed RTranslator and selected your languages to download, then you're good to go. If you're using an alternative OS (like graphene, which I use), then you'll have to select one yourself. Note: I think that Google's TTS also works on device without an internet connection, but I'm not 100% sure. That's where [SherpaTTS](https://github.com/woheller69/ttsEngine) comes in. Like the translator, Sherpa will need some space on your device and uses some processing power (although, the footprint is much smaller). It takes a little bit of time to set up, but most of that time is choosing your selected voice. There are literally hundreds of models to choose from.  You can set it up as your system default TTS, and then select it through the menu or during setup in RTranslator. Now you have modern, offline, live translation almost instantaneously. Both apps are easy to set up and walk you through the process pretty quickly. *All software here mentioned is open source. Some of the models used by this software might be derived from proprietary sources, but the models themselves are considered open source. Nobody asked me to do this, but I like sharing great open source software. Projects like these don't have an advertising budget, and rely on word of mouth.* [RTranslator On GitHub](https://github.com/niedev/RTranslator) [SherpaTTS on F-Droid](https://f-droid.org/de/packages/org.woheller69.ttsengine/) [SherpaTTS on OpenApk](https://www.openapk.net/ttsengine/org.woheller69.ttsengine/) [SherpaTTS on GitHub](https://github.com/woheller69/ttsEngine)

Hi all, I have a Moto G Stylus 5G. I acquired it as part of a Lot. Since it's in great condition I decided to make use of it. One of the first things it did was upgrade from Android 13 to 14. Well, some of my essential apps can't run on 14 so how can I undo the upgrade? I just want to roll back to 13, or alternatively, install the stock 13 via recovery etc. This would really be of immense use to me. Thanks.

Why is it not possible on Android to synchronize with the cloud instantly when a file changes, like on a computer? Or is this possible and I don't know about it? I use FolderSync, it works well but it sync my files at scheduled time. Nextcloud synchronize my files as I change them on the computer.

I am looking for an app on android that can encrypt files. The encrypted files need to be available for copy because I want to use Syncthing to sync them with my server. Or if you have other suggestions how I can achive my purpose of having extra secure files on my phone and also auto backup to a server/device.

Okay this is an AOSP feature, see first comment The problem is that Google decided to do stupid stuff without user consent again - dark mode can't be turned off on energysaver (which doesnt make any sense non non-OLED displays which are still common) - energysaver reduces possible max brightness without any reason, not even changeable like in older Androids (where the bar actually went down) Fuck Google...

Hey all, Do you have any recommendations for a wearos watch? Or is the Google pixel watch and Samsung galaxy 5 the go to nowadays?

Android is rolling out their quarterly drop of new features today, with a redesign of the Assistant At a Glance widget being the highlight.

I'm looking to never have to use Google Maps. Is OsmAnd+ the best?

> Google's giving Android users an extra tool to keep their phones safe with the mandatory biometric security of Identity Check.

> Google appears to have quietly rolled out a feature to the Play Store that allows users to remotely uninstall apps from other devices.

Hi so I have this tv box with model number EC6108V9 and it's very hard for me to find mods they are all in Chinese I have been trying for almost a day now or it's just hard and I also want to find a way to get passed the menus (with keyboard shortcuts or smth idk) and to a android launcher (it runs android kitkat) Thanks Idk if this is the right lemmy room for this I have tried xda forums but one of the roms had a error

> Google has pulled the plug on security updates for Android 12 and Android 12L after roughly four years, but it won't matter to most.

[Source](https://github.com/SimpleMobileTools/General-Discussion/issues/241#issuecomment-1837102917). Simple Mobile apps have been very popular among FOSS enthusiasts. I've personally been using the Gallery, Contacts and the Phone app since a few years now. It's a shame that it has come to this, will be on the lookout for their forks.

This happens all the time. Happens when I go to the app switcher and resets when I go back home. But as soon as I hear back into the app switcher, it moves to the side. Here it is as I write this post: 

I am using an FOSS app called [Automation](https://f-droid.org/en/packages/com.jens.automation2/) [Git repo](https://git.server47.de/jens/Automation), it doesn't allow me to directly open Android Apps except if I use scripts. I don't know what scripts it's talking about, but I am trying to learn. Just like there are bash shell scripts, are there `android scripts` or something of the sort? Also, Is it possible to open an Android Application (KDE Connect) using Termux cli on Android? I don't want to do `pkg install kdeconnect` I think it works. But, is it possible to run applications such as `kde connect` android, `syncthing` android using termux?

Am I the only one who doesn't like the new changes? Everything looks big like in coloros which already looks same as miui. Samsung kinda lost their identity. Ofc using it hands-on would give the clear picture. Also this community needs to be more active and this is my effort towards it.

When I'm driving with the phone is a dashboard mount, everything else on the phone is super slow and laggy. To the point where if something doesn't work via voice control, I'm afraid to do it manually like when stopped at a red light, in case I can't switch back to navigation before I need to make a turn. Google Maps on OnePlus 9 w sd888. Is there in existence yet a phone that's fast enough for task switching while navigating? Is it just Google maps being a resource hog? Is there a better app?

I'm looking into setting up android tv boxes or sticks for a charitable organization to loan out to people or possibly for their locations. I have an ONN box with f launcher, button remaper, smarttube, etc. I'd like to set that up and then when it comes back the hardware reset button can just be held down and revert to what I set up without going back to the out of the box state. I think I'm looking for custom recovery partition or something like that.

So I've got a pretty old smartphone and have replaced the battery once already. I've kept track of wear with the help of accubattery, since the phone didn't have that built in. However, enshittification is encroaching, and I'm now looking for alternatives. What are some decent options?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/7133278 > For the 8 it should have a strap on the back like the 4a 5g's case, don't care about it for 8 pro > I'm fine with say, white lines on the case if it's magsafe, but no extravagant patterns

> When Google, along with a consortium of other companies, announced the open-source operating system we call Android way back in 2007, the world was paying attention. The iPhone had launched the same year, and the entire mobile space was wary of the rush of excitement around the admittedly revolutionary device. AOSP (Android Open Source Project) was born, and within a few years Android swallowed up market share with phones of all shapes and sizes from manufacturers all over the globe. Android eventually found its way into TVs, fridges, washing machines, cars, and the in-flight entertainment system of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

Evening, all. Looking for recommendations for any Android games that you enjoy which can be played completely offline without a data connection of any sort. These used to be super common once upon a time, but these days it seems every single game I try just doesn't function if you are totally out of service area. Would appreciate any tips! Thanks in advance. EDIT: Some great suggestions in here! That will keep them busy a while. Thanks so much everyone.

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cross-posted from: https://packmates.org/users/Wander/statuses/111280488886937575 > The future of selfhosted services is going to be... Android? > > Wait, what? > > Think about it. At some point everyone has had an old phone lying around. They are designed to be constantly connected, constantly on... and even have a battery and potentially still a SIM card to survive power outages. > > We just need to make it easy to create APK packaged servers that can avoid battery-optimization kills and automatically configure an outbound tunnel like ngrok, zerotrust, etc... > > The goal: hosting services like [#nextcloud](https://packmates.org/tags/nextcloud), [#syncthing](https://packmates.org/tags/syncthing), [#mastodon](https://packmates.org/tags/mastodon)!? should be as easy as installing an APK and leaving an old phone connected to a spare charger / outlet. > > It would be tempting to have an optimized ROM, but if self-hosting is meant to become more commonplace, installing an APK should be all that's needed. [#Android](https://packmates.org/tags/Android) can do SSH, VPN and other tunnels without the need for root, so there should be no problem in using tunnels to publicly expose a phone/server in a secure manner. > > In regards to the suitability of home-grade broadband, I believe that it should not be a huge problem at least in Europe where home connections are most often unmetered: "At the end of June 2021, 70.2% of EU homes were passed by either FTTP or cable DOCSIS > 3.1 networks, i.e. those technologies currently capable of supporting gigabit speeds." > > Source: [https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/library/broadband-coverage-europe-2021](https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/library/broadband-coverage-europe-2021) > > PS. syncthing actually already has an APK and is easy to use. Although I had to sort out some battery optimization stuff, it's a good example of what should become much more commonplace. > > cc: [@selfhosted](https://lemmy.world/c/selfhosted) > [\#selfhosted](https://packmates.org/tags/selfhosted) [#selfhosting](https://packmates.org/tags/selfhosting) Saw this post on [email protected], want to get some thoughts on it, because the idea seems a bit crazy to me.

> Google has added a "Private Space" feature in Android 15, providing a secure environment for sensitive apps and data.