That's also a large part of the issue IMO. I currently _have_ root on my rooted and Lineaged Poco F3. But as hardware attestation is becoming the norm I am deeply worried about the future. I have been a pretty eager Android fan due to its achievable-if-savvy openness. If I lose root and sideloading, then Android is dead to me. There would be nothing valuable in it, just another corporate walled garden.

I have no idea what to do when they lock everything up. I just hope my bank app works with a non google phone.

My HSA just implemented some bullshit where even the web interface requires a near-new phone to even log in. For now I'm just switching HSA providers rather than buying a new phone. I'm also worried about the future.

Wow, what are they checking for, newer OS?

Basically. It's just not built for any older OS.

The result of this is very deep. Apple/Google effectively control what consumer technologies and services are allowed to gain traction.

And if you do have root, there is a good chance you're blocked from using common services on your phone such as mobile banking.