I assume it not completely locked down, but does it mean Google doesn’t have access to everything like I assume it does with Android?
I assume it not completely locked down, but does it mean Google doesn’t have access to everything like I assume it does with Android?
Yes, this is the crux of LineageOS. There is a fork called DivestOS that is more libré and reduces dependence on Google services, as well as having bootloader re-locking for some devices.
Divest is pretty great, I use it myself