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That's exactly how slop software from the tech oligarchs feel these days. *"I am updating the app with AI features, pray I don't update it any further."*

Okay, good to know. I have a USB dongle that converts my car to Wireless AA. There are options to upgrade its firmware, and I've been avoiding it, because it works perfectly fine. My car also has no internet connection, so there's no way I could upgrade it without taking it to a dealer (not happening).

Yes, I use it in a dedicated profile within GrapheneOS. All privileges are revoked for Play Store and Google Play Services only gets Network privs. All traffic (except Android Auto) goes through my Wireguard VPN with lots of DNS blocking via Pi-hole. Android Auto is also restricted from using my mic, so no voice commands work. Is Google getting my data? Absolutely. Is my method better than using the stock, Google-molested OS, with no DNS blocking, and less granular privileges? Probably. Its definitely a privacy tradeoff, but using Waze on my car’s screen is just too beneficial for me while driving. The traffic data, reported hazards, police, etc. can be very helpful. That’s a call you have to make. I truly wish there was a compatible open source alternative for my car.

Stick to Z-Wave and ZigBee products only and come join us in the wonderful, free land of Home Assistant.