GrapheneOS

• Which devices are supported?
  • Which devices are recommended?
  • How long can GrapheneOS support my device for?
  • Older models not supported as much as with CalyxOS
• Also uses Verified Boot (including bootloader re-locking)
• Probably the best security hardening option
• Very fast security updates (~1-2 days after release by Google)
• Lots of drama about lead maintainer, who stepped down as tech lead 2024-04
• Google services sandbox not always reliable
• Apps banning GrapheneOS

Install

• cli

Web installer

• Docs: Web installer
• Install latest stock Android updates before flashing
• Enabling OEM unlocking:
  • Settings > System > Developer options -> OEM unlocking

• Install android-udev: sudo pacman -S android-udev