For a long time, I have had GrapheneOS on my Google Pixel 7 - which I don’t use anymore as my main phone, but it’s almost always on. It has some apps, but mainly, a constant connection to my email. No SIM card, connected via Wi-Fi.
I’ve always noticed a battery drain of about 4-5% overnight, sometimes even more, despite not having notifications and not using it.
Last night, I decided to remove Google Services. In 24 hours (and a few minutes of usage), it consumed 2% of the battery.
I’m trying to understand how much I need Google Services for my needs. The main messaging systems I currently use are bridged with Matrix, and on Element, I have notifications via ntfy (unified push).
In the coming days, I will try to see if it’s possible for me to do without them.
#GooglePixel #Pixel7 #Android #GrapheneOS #OwnYourData #MobileExperience
@stefano@bsd.cafe I’ve never installed Google Services and managed just fine. Aurora Store and F-Droid work for Google Play, MS Outlook for Gmail (via IMAP) and Exchange. Apps such as Google Maps and Google Translate also work without their services.
@sqrtminusone@bsd.cafe I’m more worried for (lack of) notifications for some apps, but I think I could try to manage it.