Open source privacy and security focused mobile OS with Android app compatibility.
Our latest OS release moved to using the Linux 6.18 LTS branch for both arm64 and x86_64 for the emulator, Cuttlefish and microdroid targets. We've made a highly experimental port of the Pixel kernel drivers to 6.18 and are planning on moving to it across all supported devices.
10/22/2026, 25 engagements
Google made a change to their RCS service breaking using it for a small number of users. It's likely in the process of being rolled out and is gradually causing issues for more users. We're already working on resolving it. It isn't caused by the OS update about to move to Stable.
10/22/2026, 3 engagements
GrapheneOS version 2026102100 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026102100
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/43012-grapheneos-version-2026102100-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
10/22/2026, 11 engagements
Our discussion forum is the only software we have using PHP. We've taken it down temporarily while waiting for the patches for https://www.php.net/archive/2026.php#2026-10-20-1 due to vulnerability details already being available and proof of concept exploits being developed. Don't want to take the risk.
10/21/2026, 25 engagements
Vanadium version 156.0.8078.47.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/156.0.8078.47.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42992-vanadium-version-15608078470-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/21/2026, 1 engagement
This doesn't contradict anything. Motorola Trademark Holdings is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Mobility, not Motorola Solutions. It's not Motorola Solutions which owns the trademarks but rather Motorola Mobility. Motorola Solutions has a limited license to use the trademarks in certain fields where they had existing products. Lenovo can freely use the trademarks for anything they want including fields where Motorola Solutions uses them. Read the linked SEC filing.
10/20/2026, 10 engagements
GmsCompatConfig version 177 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/platform_packages_apps_GmsCompat/releases/tag/config-177
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42964-gmscompatconfig-version-177-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #gmscompat
10/20/2026, 3 engagements
This is the new GrapheneOS boot animation. It's generated frame-by-frame using a script. It has a minimum 3.5s total runtime for the intro including a small pause. The rest of the animation gets interrupted once the device is booted to avoid any delay so there can't be an outro.
10/17/2026, 46 engagements
GrapheneOS version 2026101600 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026101600
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42898-grapheneos-version-2026101600-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
10/17/2026, 28 engagements
Vanadium version 155.0.8059.84.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/155.0.8059.84.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42852-vanadium-version-15508059840-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/16/2026, 7 engagements
Vanadium version 155.0.8059.79.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/155.0.8059.79.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42801-vanadium-version-15508059790-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/14/2026, 7 engagements
Vanadium version 155.0.8059.39.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/155.0.8059.39.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42679-vanadium-version-15508059390-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/8/2026, 4 engagements
Vanadium version 155.0.8059.39.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/155.0.8059.39.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42679-vanadium-version-15508059390-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/8/2026, 4 engagements
GrapheneOS version 2026100600 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026100600
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42652-grapheneos-version-2026100600-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
10/7/2026, 10 engagements
GmsCompatConfig version 176 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/platform_packages_apps_GmsCompat/releases/tag/config-176
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42570-gmscompatconfig-version-176-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #gmscompat
10/5/2026, 3 engagements
Android Security Bulletins have been twisted into a way to mislead the public about security. Patches are only listed in the bulletins 2-6 months after they're disclosed to each Android OEM and allowed to be shipped. Patches listed in the September 2026 bulletin were available to ship for months.
10/4/2026, 10 engagements
Vanadium version 154.0.8037.126.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/154.0.8037.126.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42548-vanadium-version-154080371260-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
10/4/2026, 4 engagements
GrapheneOS version 2026100200 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026100200
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42518-grapheneos-version-2026100200-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
10/3/2026, 8 engagements
Android 17 QPR1 was released for Pixels on September 15. It has a regression in the Pixel kernel driver tree causing stuttering, lag and outright freezes under memory pressure. It impacts GrapheneOS too since we updated the firmware/drivers but we fixed it for our release today.
10/2/2026, 19 engagements
Earlier today, ARIN fulfilled our request for an IPv4 /22 via their IPv4 Waiting List. We now own the following IP space:
2602:F4D9::/36 23.149.124.0/24 23.149.125.0/24 206.220.120.0/22
Our initial 2x IPv4 /24 were quickly obtained via NRPM 4.10 for our ns1 and ns2 anycast DNS.
10/2/2026, 13 engagements
GrapheneOS Messaging version 16 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Messaging/releases/tag/16
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42469-grapheneos-messaging-version-16-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #android
9/30/2026, 8 engagements
Vanadium version 154.0.8037.92.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/154.0.8037.92.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42431-vanadium-version-15408037920-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
Our massive overhaul of the AOSP Messaging app has reached the Stable channel in our App Store after 3 releases. It's well on the way to becoming our own high quality GrapheneOS Messaging app instead. There are still parts of the interface to overhaul including widgets and important features to add.
9/27/2026, 4 engagements
GrapheneOS version 2026092500 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026092500
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42350-grapheneos-version-2026092500-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
9/27/2026, 2 engagements
GrapheneOS Messaging version 15 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Messaging/releases/tag/15
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42345-grapheneos-messaging-version-15-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #android
Vanadium version 154.0.8037.57.1 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/154.0.8037.57.1
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42299-vanadium-version-15408037571-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
Vanadium version 154.0.8037.57.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/154.0.8037.57.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42260-vanadium-version-15408037570-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
GrapheneOS Messaging version 14 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Messaging/releases/tag/14
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42224-grapheneos-messaging-version-14-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #android
9/22/2026, 1 engagement
GmsCompatConfig version 175 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/platform_packages_apps_GmsCompat/releases/tag/config-175
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/42201-gmscompatconfig-version-175-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #gmscompat
9/22/2026, 1 engagement
We need the person who recently sent a 1000 EUR donation via Wise to contact us via email with their full name so we can get Wise to unfreeze the payment. We regularly run into this issue with Wise but it's usually for small donations such as a 5 EUR one which got returned today.
9/20/2026, 18 engagements
The overhauled GrapheneOS Messaging app is available in our App Store via the Alpha channel.
Our new app development team worked on this for months. It's now a far better app with much higher quality code. We'll make a new release based on feedback soon.
9/11/2026, 10 engagements
GrapheneOS Messaging version 13 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Messaging/releases/tag/13
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41906-grapheneos-messaging-version-13-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #android
9/11/2026, 1 engagement
GrapheneOS version 2026091000 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026091000
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41899-grapheneos-version-2026091000-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
9/11/2026, 5 engagements
Vanadium version 153.0.8010.36.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/153.0.8010.36.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41830-vanadium-version-15308010360-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
GrapheneOS version 2026090700 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026090700
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41800-grapheneos-version-2026090700-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
9/8/2026, 3 engagements
We've developed a secure paste feature replacing traditional clipboard APIs. Users will be able to take away clipboard access from apps to use this instead. It integrates into the standard selection toolbar, input methods, accessibility services and keyboard shortcuts. We plan to get it merged soon.
9/6/2026, 1 engagement
We're well into the process of rewriting the Messaging app included in GrapheneOS into a modern app. We'll be making a new release of it later today with a completely overhauled user interface written in Android Compose. We've made a massive amount of other improvements and bug fixes to the app too.
GrapheneOS version 2026090500 released:
https://grapheneos.org/releases#2026090500
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41757-grapheneos-version-2026090500-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
9/6/2026, 3 engagements
GrapheneOS is partnered with Motorola Mobility which is Lenovo's mobile division.
In 2011, Motorola was split into Motorola Mobility and Motorola Solutions. Google acquired Motorola Mobility in 2012 and sold it to Lenovo in 2014. Motorola Mobility is the company selling smartphones and tablets.
9/5/2026, 26 engagements
Vanadium version 152.0.7977.84.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/152.0.7977.84.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41725-vanadium-version-15207977840-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
9/5/2026, 1 engagement
We're aware of claims spread on German social media about GrapheneOS being exploited. We looked into it in case there was substance behind it. OS and hardware security isn't actually much of a factor in the story. Instead, the central claim is disk encryption with a strong passphrase can be cracked.
9/3/2026, 5 engagements
Our replacement 9950X3D from AMD arrived today and is working well. RMA process took a bit under 2 weeks. It was sent back on the same day they provided a prepaid shipping label. It's a common issue with Ryzen 9000 X3D chips and they simply accepted it without questions.
Vanadium version 152.0.7977.75.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/152.0.7977.75.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41660-vanadium-version-15207977750-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
We have good news about the Pixel 11. It still has at least bare minimum support for MTE at a hardware level. We think they removed most of the hardware acceleration from the CPU cache to save money. They ruined the performance so it ended up being fully disabled in firmware. It may still be usable.
9/1/2026, 9 engagements
Near the end of May 2026, Russia began filtering access to DataPacket IP space with an enforced domain allowlist for HTTP and TLS SNI. GrapheneOS services aren't on the allowlist so we had to switch from DataPacket Frankfurt to Cherry Servers Amsterdam for Russia. That's now getting filtered too.
8/30/2026, 3 engagements
Near the end of May 2026, Russia began filtering access to DataPacket IP space with an enforced domain allowlist for HTTP and TLS SNI. GrapheneOS services aren't on the allowlist so we had to switch from DataPacket Frankfurt to Amsterdam Cherry Servers for Russia. That's now getting filtered too.
8/30/2026, 2 engagements
We have a partial port of GrapheneOS to the Pixel 11 series after a week of work on it. We're unable to complete the port due to lack of support for ARM hardware memory tagging in software, firmware and near certainly hardware. It appears Google cut an important security feature to save money.
8/29/2026, 30 engagements
AppCompatConfig version 8 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/platform_packages_apps_AppCompatConfig/releases/tag/8
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41432-appcompatconfig-version-8-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security
8/24/2026, 1 engagement
Vanadium version 152.0.7977.54.1 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/152.0.7977.54.1
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41371-vanadium-version-15207977541-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser
Initial focus for our partnership with Motorola is a regular non-folding device. Current generation Motorola Signature (2026), Razr Fold (2026) and Razr Ultra (2026) are very close to meeting our requirements but lack MTE, adequate secure element integration and other features being added for 2027.
8/22/2026, 26 engagements
Most recently assembled of the 4 workstations used to build official GrapheneOS releases died today. 9950X3D CPU was likely killed by the ASRock B850 Pro RS motherboard. Many other ASRock customers with AM5 boards and X3D CPUs have experienced it. We were concerned about this so we didn't use PBO2.
8/20/2026, 6 engagements
Vanadium version 152.0.7977.54.0 released:
https://github.com/GrapheneOS/Vanadium/releases/tag/152.0.7977.54.0
See the linked release notes for a summary of the improvements over the previous release and a link to the full changelog.
Forum discussion thread:
https://discuss.grapheneos.org/d/41312-vanadium-version-15207977540-released
#GrapheneOS #privacy #security #browser