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Why apps force to use locked-down Android with spyware ? (lemmy.ml)
submitted 6 months ago by to c/android@lemmy.ml
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  1. No Root
  2. No Bootlocker unlock
  3. No Custom ROM
  4. Needs Google Play Service
  5. Needs to be installed via Google PLay Store
  6. Needs my phone number
  7. Needs that SIM in that phone
  8. Needs that SIM in that slot
  9. Needs location
  10. Works only via Mobile Data
  11. Developer options disabled
  12. Needs someother app to be uninstalled
  13. Disable VPN (Firewall apps use that)

So for bank stuff to need a seperate phone, other for whatsapp (and other spyware) and then your main thing. And when you go out people ask questions.

I don't understand my apps are developed with their security dependent of the OS, why can't they make secure apps

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[–] 3 points 6 months ago* (2 children)

I have a degoogled phone (LineageOS) and I was able to get my banking apps working by isolating them in a work profile using Insular and also putting MicroG and Aurora Store in there. MicroG tricks the apps into thinking you are connected to Google Play Services. IMO its better than having a 2nd or 3rd phone.

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  • [–] 2 points 6 months ago

    If at all possible use PWAs or apps like Hermit or Alpha, as to minimize the tracking of banking apls and the like. I am aware that some banking apps allow for better features but there is no reason why anyone should be using social media apps, use PWAs.

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