Misc.Mar 11, 2023
MRMTWG_202023

Burner Phone Recommendations

Hi, all. I’m looking to invest in an Android phone as a burner phone for a business trip that’s coming up soon (and for any future travels). My choices are between the Samsung Galaxy S9, Samsung Galaxy A23, Motorola Moto 2022 G Stylus and Samsung Galaxy Note 20, though I’m open to other options. I’m looking to prioritize connectivity and speed since I’ll be traveling, though something easy to maintain and with open-source functionality would be great. Bonus points for privacy and security features so that my information is secure and encrypted. My budget is about $300-400 (most of the phones I’m looking at are on sale). Any and all advice would be greatly appreciated. UPDATE: I ended up going with the Google Pixel 6a and installing GrapheneOS on it as per a comment below. It’s been worth it so far. TC: 90K YOE: 3 Location: HCOL

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Yahoo hbTa60 Mar 11, 2023

Just get an international plan

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

It’s within the continental US, so it’ll likely be prepaid. I’m worried about theft mostly.

Salesforce Gorgcc Mar 11, 2023

Where you headed?

Qualtrics aerodn Mar 11, 2023

Don't cheat

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

Sadly, I’m not even in the position where I have someone to cheat on, LMAO.

Adobe nah bro Mar 11, 2023

LMAO

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MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

I thought about Google Pixel. Never heard of GrapheneOS, though. Is that a Linux distro?

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

Sounds interesting. Thank you for the suggestion; I’ll look into it later.

Zillow Group machobruh Mar 11, 2023

My dealer has a Motorola razer. Great guy and great reception every time I call him 10/10

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

Thank you for the input. I’ll look and see if they have a Razer.

Amazon beYL28 Mar 11, 2023

“I care about my privacy” aka I’m into some sick shit that’s going to get my jailed.

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

Imagine coming into a thread asking about phone recommendations and accusing someone of doing something illegal because they hold beliefs different to yours. For the last time, I care about not risking my main phone when traveling and about how my information is used.

Stripe pot-smoker Mar 11, 2023

I think there’s a good deal on Pixel 6a right now, before the 7a gets launched and they are clearing stock. It’ll probably get more updates than your other options.

MRM TWG_202023 OP Mar 11, 2023

I was also looking at the 6A earlier. It would run me about $300, but it would be a good long term option. EDIT: Ended up getting the 6A; it’s been a great deal so far.

Samsung kc789 Mar 14, 2023

You can look at refurbished option for newer Galaxy models like S21, S22. They work just well