Moving to a different ecosystem: hardware issues

cl0udy_gw

Hi all!

First off: I've been using GrapheneOS for the past couple of years and absolutely love the OS.

However, I am fed up with the hardware side of things: the battery deteriorates quickly - my 8a is running out during the day - and my screens have consistently broken. Getting a screen replaced is almost as expensive as rebuying the same model second hand, where I live. Even second-hand models are just too expensive for me to keep buying, in these cases.

As far as I know there is no "real" alternative to GOS. Still, would the community be so kind as to recommend me a second-best, affordable option, that has some actual 'durable' hardware? Maybe a CalyxOS model (as far as that is still running)?

Thank you all kindly!

NetRunner88

cl0udy_gw
iPhone

phonenotworking

cl0udy_gw iphone

FunkTastic

cl0udy_gw my screens have consistently broken

Have you tried a protective glass?

Mikeg

quality screen protector + rugged case should solve that problem

dryfter

cl0udy_gw As someone who just came from the Apple ecosystem I have to echo what others have said here, what GrapheneOS has stated in the past, and possible other options:

If you can't install GrapheneOS the next closest thing is an iPhone. If you have to ditch your Pixel and don't want to get another Pixel then the only true security-conscious option is iPhone right now.
If you can hold out until the flagship Motorola phone comes out with GrapheneOS support then that would be the next option prior to an iPhone.
Look into getting a used 10a.
Look into getting a portable power station that is small enough to fit in a pocket.

But I have to honestly ask, how are your screens consistently getting broken? Are you using a case that offers any kind of fall protection? Are you using a screen protector? The only way I have ever broken a screen is not using a screen protector, a cheap flimsy case, me being a dumbass, or in my younger days out of anger (of which I learned that expensive lesson pretty quick). I'm genuinely curious.

wuseman

cl0udy_gw However, I am fed up with the hardware side of things

Wait for the Motorola with GrapheneOS support and see how that works out. I'm on a Pixel 10 Pro myself and the battery and device temperature in particular are crazy bad. But those are Google issues, so most likely Motorola won't have them.

SplatterGames

everyone recommending iPhones... have you looked at screen replacement cost? Every iPhone screen for even the cheapest models will run the price of 2 used Pixel 8a's lmao.

Johnnyloans

cl0udy_gw would the community be so kind as to recommend me a second-best, affordable option, that has some actual 'durable' hardware?

Just wanted to point out that I don't think there are any large studies to point to. I haven't had issue with pixel hardware except for not the best battery life. Every phone brand and model will have people that swear by it or hate it.

Goodluck mate

MichaelJohn

Johnnyloans I haven't had issue with pixel hardware except for not the best battery life

Which seems to depend entirely on the model. I had a 7a before and the battery is utter shait. We're talking 4h duration after 2 years of use.

The 10a now lasts 2 days with light use. 🤷