Recently I had been unable to connect to my cell carrier Tello and after contacting them they responded with the following...

The latest software update your device´s manufacturer released for your phone has caused issues with the connectivity of the device with the network.

This is an industry-wide problem that affects customers on other networks too.

This problem can only be solved through a software update.

Depending on your device's manufacturer and model, the fix might be applied to upcoming software updates.

We kindly ask you to keep the software of your device always up to date.

We recommend you get in touch with the device´s manufacturer to report this issue as well.

In the meantime, please try using the LTE network only, until we can provide you with further updates

This worked and reminded me about seeing something about privacy concerns with 5g and recommendation to use LTE only. Is using LTE only better than 5g for the privacy minded?

Hello. I have a question: can Graphene OS unlock 5G on google pixel for another countries that google does not support?

I tried to find an answer on youtube or xda-forum and the only thing I found was a magisk module for rooted phones.

The question is that I want to buy a google pixel to use in my country (Brazil) but it doesnt work 5G (many youtubers told that) because google blocks 5g on software but the hardware is capable.

    16 days later

    Kenny33

    Can I get the 3 month special for new mint mobile customers every 3 months or will mint mobile know it's the same phone even if I register with a new dummy email address every time?

        d9780

        You can do it, haven’t heard of anyone having an issue. They’ll likely know it’s the same imei but don’t think they care as you’re paying them their full fee for three months.

            applesbana

            IMEI Randomizer on the Pixel won't mask it?
            Thanks for your reply.
            One more thing if they do realize that I am EI is the same who I switch SIM cards so frequently/ at all? How does changing up assist w privacy?

                allcool Sorry for the late response. I am using GOS in Brazil with Claro and it doesn't connect to 5G. Only 4G. Pixel 6 here.

                    allcool If you or anyone else find out about how to unlock 5G I would love to hear.

                      d9780

                      I’m not aware of a way to randomize imei, would love to learn more…

                        In my County it is nearly impossible to get a sim anonym (for me at least)
                        what can i do too have Signal whith out personal identifiers?
                        Or is ther a nother app whitout phone nummer login an same text and calls features whitch same secrurity?

                        i thinking about dithing my sim complitly and youse my phone with eternet at home and mobile on wifi. What have i to do, to make shure im private and secure?

                        a question a bit off topic:
                        What is the best praxis to download an app, if its possible to get the app from the official website, github, f-droid and playstore?

                        i am new hear so thanks vor answers. :)

                          overpass Try getting a SMS verification with https://sms4sats.com/ (you can choose to have your number registered in another country if you want).
                          I've managed to get an almost anonymous telegram account that I've used in the past as a burner account.

                          Then, since you are only renting this number for a single SMS you should use a PIN (https://support.signal.org/hc/en-us/articles/360007059792-Signal-PIN) as it will serve as a registration lock.

                            10 days later

                            I can just use no SIM card w MYSUDO and not even connect to a cell tower so IMEI will not b read by anyone I think......
                            Of course I can only use it when I am hooked up to wifi.

                              d9780

                              Will be nice when mysudo allows you to create an account directly on graphene. Last I checked, you have to use a stock android or iOS device to get setup.

                                  applesbana
                                  My understanding as you can scan the barcode and copy the account from another device after you download it from Google Play services

                                      d9780

                                      Yeah, it’s unfortunate for those without a second device. Also if you ever wiped your graphene phone and had to recreate the account, you will again need access to the non graphene phone

                                          applesbana

                                          How do I take a backup snap shot of my entire Graphene pixel and save it in case I lose my phone?