Post #4174133
2026-07-28 21:21 UTC
#GrapheneOS Defends Data-Wiping Function That Blocked US Border Search
The foundation behind the ultra-secure Android-based OS is speaking out after an activist was indicted for using a 'duress password' to prevent federal agents from searching his phone
#GrapheneOS, explained it offers a range of #privacy features to prevent data extraction. For example, one safeguard is the "auto-reboot timer" that'll reboot a locked device, leaving all files inside encrypted.
https://www.pcmag.com/news/grapheneos-defends-data-wiping-function-that-blocked-us-border-search
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@theyycmonk@mstdn.ca 2026-07-28 22:00
@BenjaminHCCarr@hachyderm.io lenovo has deep pockets for lobbying. Also, if google and apple see enough public sentiment in support of duress codes they'll adopt the feature and then it'll become a non issue... Perhaps.