/e/OS
The easier de-Google Android
Overview
/e/OS on LineageOS base ships microG—open-source Play Services replacement—keeping many Android apps working while reducing Google tracking.
Includes e.email, e.drive, e.photos for one-stop migration off Google Workspace-style services. Murena sells preinstalled phones.
Popular in Europe for balancing privacy with everyday app compatibility.
Scores
Android（OS） — comparison
Use device without Google account—but microG API traffic remains, so not a complete Google severance.
Pros
- ✓ microG keeps many existing apps working
- ✓ 100+ supported devices for reuse of current phones
- ✓ Integrated mail, cloud, and photos alternatives
- ✓ Clear migration path for beginners
Cons & caveats
- − microG still talks to Google servers for some APIs
- − Cloud depends on /e/ Foundation
- − Less hardening than GrapheneOS
Best for
- First-time de-Google Android users
- People reusing existing hardware
- Users wanting bundled Google cloud replacements
Not ideal for
- Zero Google network communication required
- Maximum security hardening priority
Specs
- Pricing
- Free — OS free. Murena phone purchase or self-flash. Cloud has free tiers.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Data location
- /e/ Foundation (France) cloud when used; microG may contact Google servers.
- Platforms
- 100+ 対応端末 · Murena Phone
Migration from Android（OS）
- 1 Confirm device support on e.foundation
- 2 Flash /e/OS image after bootloader unlock
- 3 Create e.email/e.drive accounts and migrate Google data
- 4 Tune microG settings and test critical apps
Setup steps
- 1 Verify device compatibility at e.foundation
- 2 Flash /e/OS after unlocking bootloader
- 3 Create e.email and related accounts
- 4 Install apps via App Lounge (/e/OS store)
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Books and devices that may help your migration. Verify specs and price before buying.
- Devices
Google Pixel 8a
Supported by GrapheneOS and CalyxOS—a common hardware choice for de-Googling.
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Google Pixel 9
Latest Pixel line—check GrapheneOS official support before purchase.
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Fairphone 5
Works with CalyxOS and iodéOS—repairable, ethically sourced hardware.
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