I’m wondering which is more free (as in freedom) so I can make the right choice. I’ve also heard people say the regular PinePhone is better than the Pro version. I am planning on using it as a daily driver. I understand it’s not perfect yet, but I’m dedicated to make it work, I don’t do much with my phone. I also just want to help support Linux-based phones and would like to see it become more popular in the future! I’m planning on dropping my Google Pixel w/ GrapheneOS for this.
I have one and opted for a Oneplus 6 running postmarketOS because of the pinephone’s many shortcomings:
- Terrible battery life when on, though can last on standby
- Phone has terrible performance. It is frustrating to do basic tasks because it is too slow.
- It gets uncomfortably hot when using it.
Some things I liked:
- Screen was fine
- All the phone hardware features work (unlike my op6)
- Plastic back makes the phone pretty rugged.
I might have stayed with the pinephone if it was more powerful like the pro, and might have brought a battery bank so I don’t have to worry about running out.
