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Re:Do you really want Linux phones by hda2 on Wednesday March 24, 2021 @10:01PM (#26575752)
Okay, but what about the apps that do? Some governments and banks require you to use their apps to get certain things done.
Re:Do you really want Linux phones by judge2020 on Wednesday March 24, 2021 @10:17PM (#26575829)
Currently the only option is to either help with the efforts to run and emulate Google Play Services or switch to a different bank - much like requiring in-person visitors wear a mask, they're legally allowed to require you to use certain software or certain mechanisms to access your bank account.
Re:Do you really want Linux phones by Mediterraneo10 on Wednesday March 24, 2021 @10:31PM (#26575910)
> help with the efforts to run and emulate Google Play Services

Modern bank apps require not just Google Play Services, they also require the phone to pass Safety Net. Play Services substitutes like MicroG aren’t capable of that.