Linux-based phone still ‘runs 99% of Android apps’ so you can do more with it, if you wish.

Linux-based phone still ‘runs 99% of Android apps’ so you can do more with it, if you wish

  • MolochHorridus@piefed.socialEnglish
    26·
    8 hours ago

    Shipping with WhatsApp but blocking browser installs even by APK, what the hell?

    From the FAQ:

    “Callback allows any Android APK to be sideloaded, except for social media and browsers which are proven to have negative mental health effects.”

    “WhatsApp comes preinstalled.”

    • MolochHorridus@piefed.socialEnglish
      10·
      7 hours ago

      Their reasoning for this is even flimsier:

      “Because the browser is the back door. Most social media, feeds, video sites, news spirals, and endless searches are still available through the web. Blocking only the apps would leave the main temptation intact.”

      Imagine using social media apps on 3,25” 640x480 screen. Now imagine using simple text heavy web pages, like Wikipedia on that screen. One is possible, even useful the other pure bullshit.