GrapheneOS, I just can't quit you 🫶
It all comes down to software. I think the hardware on the Fairphone 6 is pretty great. However I just couldn't find the right rom and software balance for my needs.
Here's a quick rundown on why I'm back.
- The ability to run completely without google services
- Intense attention to privacy
- Easy app to app network blocking. This is a must for apps like google photos, which I only use for the pixel camera. Neither get network access
- The recent confirmed partnership with Motorola: https://motorolanews.com/motorola-three-new-b2b-solutions-at-mwc-2026/
- The impressive amount of features they continue to add
I'm back to google hardware, which I'm less than thrilled about, but the GrapheneOS X Motorola partnership might finally be my exit from Pixel devices! Can't wait to see what they do with this.