After testing GrapheneOS on my Pixel 6 in the fall of 2024, I decided to keep using it as my daily driver. Since I primarily use my phone for texting and calls, I kept things minimal and only installed two additional apps beyond what GrapheneOS includes by default.
F-Droid
F-Droid is an open-source app store for Android that focuses on privacy and transparency. I installed it primarily to add the Tor Browser, which isn’t available through the default GrapheneOS app sources. F-Droid makes it easy to find and install privacy-respecting apps without relying on Google Play, and it aligns perfectly with the philosophy behind GrapheneOS.
Tor Browser
I’m currently experimenting with hosting content as onion services, and having a mobile version of the Tor Browser is essential for testing those sites. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and a critical tool for anyone working with the Tor network or exploring decentralized publishing.