LostXOR

It’s certainly better than using a random online service, but I still find the idea of being emotionally dependent on a computer algorithm deeply unsettling. I hope someday you can find a real girlfriend to talk to. :)

At that point just… buy a camera? Phones are good for quick and convenient point and shoot, but if you’re carrying a big lens around just carry a camera instead.

I didn’t want to be exposed to exploits, so made sure to never install the Google services stuff.

Why not just roll back to the previous version? The Pixel 4a isn’t supported anymore so it’s not like you’re missing out on security patches or anything.

Huh that’s really interesting, you’re right, and I learned a lot of new stuff about networking that I didn’t know before.

If you’re not on the same local network as the server and it’s not configured to be accessible from the general internet, you need some sort of proxy to access it.

Yeah this seems fine; if they’re proxying the stream through their server it’s using their bandwidth which costs them money. It doesn’t make sense for them to not charge for it.

I can back that up; the drives I ordered were packaged in an antistatic bag, surrounded by an air filled cushion thing, in a hard cardboard box. (Assuming what I got was the “air pockets” it’s a plastic sleeve made of many pressurized sections that completely encloses the drive; definitely adequate IMO. I can dig up a pic if you want).

GrapheneOS with a Pixel 6 Pro. It works perfectly for me. Most Google apps don’t work, but that’s only because I’ve chosen not to install their spyware “services”.

Where are you located? I’m in need of some new backup drives and would be happy to pay a reasonable price + shipping if you’re interested.