I don’t have a Google account. I’ve had issues. The app for my CO2 sensor has the CHECK_LICENSE permission activated, which asks your phone for a Google account. I can’t use it with the new version of the apps. I’ve complained and the company responded that I should have a Google account so there is no issue. We shouldn’t need to make workarounds and bridges to use the gadgets we buy.
I don’t have a Google account. I’ve had issues. The app for my CO2 sensor has the CHECK_LICENSE permission activated, which asks your phone for a Google account. I can’t use it with the new version of the apps. I’ve complained and the company responded that I should have a Google account so there is no issue. We shouldn’t need to make workarounds and bridges to use the gadgets we buy.
Just cracked the spine of Cory Doctorow’s Enshittification. I’m right there with you.