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  • I’m Norwegian. I feel like we are bribing all of you with a 10 dollar bill in hopes that you don’t ask why we are sitting on a pile of 100 dollar bills. As a large exporter of oil and gas we make shitloads of money from fucking up the planet on several levels. So much of what we sell end up as microplastics, air pollution or worse.

    We also make money on war.

    The invasion of Ukraine affected the prices and made us an EXTRA 150000000000 USD just in 2022. Many Norwegians wanted to give it to Ukraine but we ended up keeping it. It’s disgusting.



  • Yeah, I should be using GrapheneOS. It is the better OS. I absolutely agree. I just don’t like the hardware.

    I want a small (max 71 mm width) phone with lots of local storage, a 3.5mm port, card slot, replaceable battery, optical fingerprint sensor, plastic back, IR port and wireless charging.

    I understand that I can’t get all of this in 2025, but I’m trying to at least get as much as possible. That’s why I’m probably going to end up getting a Fairphone 6 when it comes out and use CalyxOS.





  • CalyxOS is based on LineageOS, so it’s very similar. microG is not included though, so you have to install that yourself if you want it. You can’t get Datura on LineageOS but it’s based on LineageOS’s firewall which is kinda similar but more basic.

    LineageOS does not come with Gapps. So LineageOS is basically a good clean Android experience and CalyxOS is the privacy focused fork. Both are waaaaay more private than the version of Android installed from the factory but CalyxOS makes privacy a bit easier.



  • I’m also looking for this. I’ll probably end up buying a Fairphone 6 when it comes out and use CalyxOS, but I have looked at alternatives.

    These require using LineageOS:

    The Asus Zenfone 8 is from 2021. It’s 148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm and has ok specs. I don’t do anything demanding anyway.

    The Sony Xperia 5 V is from 2023. It’s 154 x 68 x 8.6 mm and has good specs, but is expensive.

    The Samsung Galaxy S10e is from 2019. It’s 142.2 x 69.9 x 7.9 mm and has below average specs (compared to modern phones). This is my favorite phone. I used this before my current one and miss it so much. I should have just changed the battery. I would pay lots of money for an S10e with a modern, more energy efficient processor and higher density battery.







  • I asked GPT-4o mini to “write a script urging workers to strike”

    Title: Stand Together: A Call to Action for Workers

    [Scene: A crowded break room in a factory. Workers are gathered, some sitting at tables, others leaning against the walls. The atmosphere is tense but hopeful. A charismatic leader steps forward to address the group.]

    Leader:
    (raising their voice to capture attention)
    Hey everyone! Can I have your attention for just a moment? I know we’re all feeling the pressure right now, and I want to talk about something that affects each and every one of us.

    [Pause for a moment, scanning the room.]

    Leader:
    We’ve been working hard day in and day out, putting in long hours and giving our all to this company. But let’s be honest—how many of you feel like you’re being treated fairly? (gestures to the crowd) How many of you feel like your voices are being heard?

    [A few workers nod and murmur in agreement.]

    Leader:
    Exactly! We’ve seen our workloads increase, while our paychecks remain the same. We’ve watched as management makes decisions that impact our lives without even consulting us. It’s time to take a stand!

    [The crowd begins to show signs of agreement, some clapping softly.]

    Leader:
    We deserve better! We deserve fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect as workers. And the only way we’re going to achieve that is by standing together.

    [Raises a fist for emphasis.]

    Leader:
    I’m calling for a strike! A strike to show our strength, our unity, and our determination to fight for what’s right. When we stand together, we can’t be ignored.

    [The crowd starts to get more animated, some shouting “Yes!” and “Let’s do it!”]

    Leader:
    This isn’t just about us as individuals; it’s about our families, our friends, and our community. When we fight for better conditions, we’re fighting for everyone who works hard every day to make a living.

    [Pauses to let the message sink in.]

    Leader:
    We need to organize, spread the word, and prepare for this strike. Talk to your coworkers, share your stories, and let them know that we’re in this together. We’ll set a date, and when that day comes, we’ll walk out together—united and strong!

    [The crowd erupts in cheers and applause.]

    Leader:
    Let’s show management that we’re not just numbers on a spreadsheet. We are workers, we are powerful, and we will not be silenced! Together, we can make a difference. Are you with me?

    [The crowd responds with a resounding “Yes!”]

    Leader:
    Alright! Let’s get to work on making this happen. Together, we will fight for our rights and for a better future for all of us!

    [Scene fades out as the crowd continues to cheer and discuss plans for the strike.]

    [End of Script]




  • Google is not making a profit from RCS, but they don’t have to be loosing money either. I don’t know the price Google is charging telecom providers. It’s either very cheap or for free. That’s why many telecom providers choose Google’s solution. I believe that Google is treating it as an investment. I assume that Google plan to charge more in the future or that they want data from the users. Maybe both.

    Telecom providers know how to do all of this themselves, but it’s going to cost more money than using Google’s solution. Someone else can absolutely start providing RCS to telecom providers but they will have a hard time trying to sell it to telecom providers if they’re not cheaper than Google.