Volkswagen started blocking GrapheneOS users(discuss.grapheneos.org)
735 points by microtonal 23 hours ago | 437 comments
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HN Discussion:
  • VW is mismanaging its brand and losing customers through poor software decisions
  • VW's API lockdown kills useful community integrations and forces users into a bloated official app
  • Car data should be accessible locally rather than requiring manufacturer server access
  • Corporate liability concerns justify reliance on Google Play certification over open-source alternatives
  • This is part of a broader trend of companies blocking GrapheneOS and degrading user freedom