I did it. Have Pixel 9pro.activated. I probably like several people who have low threat concerns but appreciate the ability to choose level of control even on Google apps.
Getting my Widex hearing aid app. I use for tinnitus was my adventure. Did download Google play services and store . No permissions at all . Widex app works. Selected several recommended apps. Thanks.
I opted to keep Iron Fox with Duckduckgo no ai. Using yahoo on Vanadium.
Glad I did this