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Okay, thinking about uninstalling Google Play Services after finding out NewPipe may stop working. (lemmy.world)
submitted 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago) by MeowerMisfit817@lemmy.world to c/privacy@lemmy.ca
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What will happen to my phone? Will it crash as soon as I uninstall it? Can I have Android but not Play Services?

Should I use MicroG? If yes, where do I download it? I can use Brevent to uninstall Play Services, but I'm quite wary of such a choice.

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[–] 01189998819991197253@infosec.pub 1 points 5 days ago (1 children)

Signal requires GPS for push, too, but if GPS isn't available, it uses persistent notifications to stay "active". It uses a bit more battery, theoretically, but I really haven't noticed a difference.

Ah, ok, cool! I'm just so used to using cli adb, I didn't even think to search for another solution. I'm glad more exist!

[–] MeowerMisfit817@lemmy.world 1 points 5 days ago (1 children)

I don't use Signal anymore.

You're welcome :)

[–] 01189998819991197253@infosec.pub 1 points 5 days ago (1 children)

I added that part of the comment to showcase a way that a messaging app could use to avoid the requirement of gps, in case Wire has something similar in the settings, is all. I wasn't suggesting you switch : )