I need help to decide to Switch to GrapheneOS

User23

Hi, the Title already says , I am considering switching to GrapheneOS.

I am currently using a Samsung smartphone and im currently searching for better Privacy, the only thing holding me back is whether it is suitable for everyday use and whether there are any negative aspects compared to standard Android. I don't need anything special; I just want Proton Services, navigation, some games and WhatsApp.

I would also appreciate your feedback on the positive and negative aspects.

If I have not expressed myself clearly or have forgotten any important information, please ask.

Thanks in advance.

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nandohyphen1

User23 the only thing holding me back is whether it is suitable for everyday use

Yes! It's great for everyday use! I've been loving it and haven't had any problems where I'd need the stock OS.

User23 whether there are any negative aspects compared to standard Android.

I think the only main one is that some banking apps don't work. Lots of them do, just not all. You can install Google Play Services if you want but its not required.

User23 I just want Proton Services, navigation, some games and WhatsApp.

Proton works great. There are lots of good open source navigation apps, and if you do need Google Maps, it works if you install Google Play Services. Games should work, and so should WhatsApp.

nandohyphen1

User23 here's the list of compatible banking apps
https://privsec.dev/posts/android/banking-applications-compatibility-with-grapheneos/

Mikeg

Proper RCS function can be problematic if that is important. You may want to read some posts concerning that if necessary.