I am on one ui right now, I dont know if they collect any telemetry. Will it help to pick a minimal one from fdroid?
Also for battery life, would one ui perform better because better optimisiation or debloated foss launcher?
It sure could make a difference. Another option would be to get an app that lets you choose which apps are allowed internet access, such as NetGuard: https://github.com/M66B/NetGuard
Samsung OneUI collects telemetry which they use for ad targeting and sharing with third parties along with other uses. They’ve also had multiple leaks in their software adjacent to OneUi.
I like lawnchair a lot. Not having news/AI crap constantly loading is defenitaly a plus for battarty.
There’s some knockoff/divided forks, here’s the version I use.
https://github.com/LawnchairLauncher/lawnchair
Additionally, NetGaurd is great for locking down what has internet/cell access. It uses VPN, so if you already use that it won’t work, for only 1 VPN can run at a time.
I pretty happy with this: https://f-droid.org/packages/com.eblan.launcher/ It have all i need, also double click to lock screen. No need to use any hardware buttons. Also easy on battery and have enough of customisation.
Just be aware that the double tap to lock feature requires elevated permissions, which may compromise security. Whether or not that matters to you depends on your threat level.
I use fdroid open source app to have more security. Apps from google play much more unsecure. It’s not about elevated rights! One of google lie.
