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Re:It's your device, you should be able to repair it by tachyonbeam on Friday April 30, 2021 @12:50PM (#26995927)
I don't think Apple or Google have to open source every part of their software. They just have to make it possible for us to install alternative operating systems on their computing platforms. That would allow giving older devices new life by putting Linux on them, for example. A fully unlocked iPhone 6 with Linux on it could be very useful.
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Re:It's your device, you should be able to repair it by globular-toast on Friday April 30, 2021 @12:52PM (#26995968)
Only if they're selling a computer. I've never wanted my phone to be a computer (although I don't mind if it is).
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Re:It's your device, you should be able to repair it by tachyonbeam on Friday April 30, 2021 @03:03PM (#26997828)
Good for you. You don't have to install Linux on your phone, but it would be better for the planet (eg: recycling) if we all could.
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