@Moem said:
I tried to read your wall of text and failed.
Always helpful, I invoked Saitan for you and got this:
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The author recounts a recent struggle to break free from Google‑centric services after 25 years of reliance.
After discovering a “countdown” (likely a device lock or security deadline), they spent four months dealing with Verizon to obtain a bootloader‑unlock code.
Once unlocked they realized they had very limited technical knowledge—only a basic junior‑high computer‑science background and familiarity with Termux.
Their phone can make calls but has no mobile data; it only works on Wi‑Fi, and they cannot send/receive pictures.
They seek step‑by‑step help to get data connectivity and to port the device to an open‑source platform (presumably Ubuntu Touch/UBports).
They emphasize a strong desire to stay “de‑Googleed,” expressing frustration with proprietary ecosystems (Apple, Google) and a wish for community support.
They mention upcoming home‑phone installation and a general feeling that this may be their last chance to get online.
In short: they need practical guidance—especially via the terminal—to enable data on their unlocked device and complete the migration to an open‑source mobile OS.
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