Android or Graphene OS
Hey everyone,
I’m looking into switching over to Cape as a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) user with my Google Pixel. I’m trying to figure out if I can just leave my phone exactly as it is.
I know Cape actively supports and partners with GrapheneOS, but frankly, at the moment I just really don't want to go through the technical trouble or hassle of trying to install a whole new operating system on my phone. I want to keep using standard Stock Android.
I have a couple of questions for anyone currently running Cape on a Pixel:
Identifier (IMSI) Rotation on Stock Android: I read that IMSI rotation works out of the box on standard Pixel factory software without needing to flash GrapheneOS. Can anyone confirm if this is working smoothly for them on stock software? Do you lose out on any major network-level privacy protections by staying on stock?
Real-world pros/cons: For those who chose to stay on Stock Android just to avoid the hassle of flashing a custom OS, do you feel like you are still getting your money's worth? Does standard Google software telemetry feel like it defeats the purpose of Cape's network privacy, or do you still feel it's a massive upgrade from traditional major carriers?
Appreciate any insights or experiences you can share before I make the jump!