NBTV: Your Money, Your Data, Your Life

Make Your Phone More Private

Nov 27, 2023
This podcast explores the importance of phone privacy and recommends using Graphene OS, an open-source alternative operating system. It discusses the benefits of purchasing a Pixel device for added privacy, the limitations of carrier-locked devices, and the importance of SIM cards and mobile accessories. The podcast also provides strategies for enhancing phone privacy, maximizing privacy on Graphene OS, and highlights useful apps and settings for safeguarding information.
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ADVICE

Buying a Pixel

  • Buy a Pixel phone outright with cash for better privacy.
  • Avoid carrier contracts and refurbished devices, ensuring "OEM unlock" is enabled.
INSIGHT

Why Pixels?

  • Pixels offer robust hardware security like the Titan M2 chip.
  • They support alternative operating systems without compromising security features.
ADVICE

Choosing Pixel Model

  • Choose the latest Pixel model within your budget for longest security support.
  • Newer models receive updates for up to seven years.
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