On non-rooted Android 17, ADB uninstall of system apps fails

Re:On non-rooted Android 17, ADB uninstall of system apps fails by d3Xt3r on Thursday August 06, 2026 @07:24PM (#49203993)

GrapheneOS also runs only on Google Pixels, which isn't an option for people who refuse to support Google, or live in a country where Google doesn't sell Pixels.

I find it ironic that an organisation which touts "privacy" so much, asks you to financially support one of the biggest anti-privacy corporations, which is why I can't take GrapheneOS seriously.

(And yes I'm aware of the upcoming Motorola partnership, but the release has already been delayed several times. I'll believe it when it actually ships).

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Re:On non-rooted Android 17, ADB uninstall of system apps fails by Cider9986 on Friday August 07, 2026 @02:52PM (#49214780)

>the release has already been delayed several times. I'll believe it when it actually ships

Do you have evidence for this? Since the collaboration was announced, I've heard no delays and they're going to be available on the 2027 Razrs.

>financially support one of the biggest anti-privacy corporations, which is why I can't take GrapheneOS seriously.

You don't meaningfully financially support Google if you buy second hand or refurbished or Open Box. Google already likely has low margins if you buy their phones on significant discount from them.

You don't understand GrapheneOS's rationale. They are focused on delivering a privacy focused OS, not avoiding Google.

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