The Crosswalk
Tap-to-Pay Options for GrapheneOS
A practical guide exploring tap-to-pay solutions for GrapheneOS users who can't rely on Apple Pay or Google Wallet, including workarounds and international alternatives.
Posts tagged #graphene-os
Why The Motorola + GrapheneOS Partnership Matters for Everyone
Motorola and GrapheneOS just announced a partnership bringing another option for secure, private smartphones to mainstream users. Here's what it means for moms, families, and anyone tired of big tech tracking.
Why GrapheneOS's New RCS Plans Matter for Privacy
GrapheneOS is developing their own RCS implementation to reduce reliance on Google Messages. Learn what RCS is and why this breakthrough matters for privacy-focused phone users.
Google Play Services Explained: What It Collects and How GrapheneOS Gives You Control
Wondering what data Google Play Services collects from your phone? Learn what information is being tracked, why it matters for your family's privacy, and how GrapheneOS lets you keep using essential apps while controlling what gets sent out.
GrapheneOS Restarting Over and Over? Here's the Simple Fix
How to fix a GrapheneOS phone stuck in a restart loop when the battery drains to 0%. Catch it at the boot screen, charge to 20%, and avoid letting updates install on a critically low battery.
Alternative Phones to Google and Apple
One busy parent's real-world experience using GrapheneOS daily. What works, what doesn't, and whether open source alternatives are practical for regular people who don't want to fight their phone.