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technology26 days ago•16 min saved

Germany-made Volla Plinius launches with replaceable battery and modular design

Volla unveils two rugged, German-made mid-range smartphones—the Plinius and Plinius Plus—featuring a 6.67-inch 120 Hz OLED display, IP68 rating, 64 MP main camera, and a replaceable 5,300 mAh battery. They offer a Google-free Android option or Ubuntu Touch, with the Plinius starting at €598 (8 GB/128 GB) and the Plus at €698 (12 GB/256 GB) and launching in June 2026; availability is Europe and the UK, with the Plus including a more robust back with pogo pins and a thicker chassis.

via Notebookcheck|

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technology2 years ago•6 min saved

"Testing a Potential Android Replacement: My Experience with a New Smartphone"

Apostrophy OS is a new smartphone operating system aiming to provide an alternative to Android and iOS, heavily focused on user privacy. Based on Android 13, it offers a unique home screen called "Domus" and a customizable area called "Piazza" for running Android apps in a secure manner. The OS also includes a built-in VPN, a feature called "Ledger" for managing app permissions, and a suite of apps and services for a monthly subscription fee. The only current handset running Apostrophy OS is the Punkt MC02, priced at $749, but more devices are expected in the future. While the heavy privacy focus and required subscription make it a niche option, Apostrophy OS presents a compelling alternative for users seeking enhanced privacy and security on their smartphones.

via Digital Trends|

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