A few questions that have been on my mind:

  • How do you handle apps that refuse to run on rooted/jailbroken phones or on devices without Google Play Services? Can microG, Xposed, or other tools help in practice? (F*ck Play Integrity and “Google Play license check”). Can I bypass those restrictions without rooting?

  • Have you ever rooted your phone? Any practical advice for someone considering it? I don’t have a phone I know is compatible with alternative ROMs (e.g., LineageOS), so I’m leaning toward rooting and would appreciate recommendations or warnings.

There is fact that in my country (Vietnam), banks are required to block banking apps from running on rooted or jailbroken phones. The State Bank of Vietnam introduced Circular 77/2025/TT‑NHNN, which mandates this.

Some other questions:

  • How often do you need to show ID where you live (hospitals, government offices, large transactions, etc.)? For example, in my country I always have to show ID (or use face ID) at places like hospitals or when making large transactions.

  • How is eID implemented in your country? Does your government require or strongly encourage using eID apps? Are they widely adopted? (I know the EU’s planned age‑verification app is a form of eID—or not really. Real examples are Germany’s AusweisApp and Vietnam’s VNeID. Anyway, that age‑verification law should not exist).

Any experiences or advice are appreciated. Thanks a lot.

(I may add more questions later. Sorry in advance if I ask too many 😶).

  • FineCoatMummy@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    3·
    2 days ago

    (from USA)

    Last time I used a clinic (stitches, not an overnight stay), they wanted to know who I am. But I did not have to show ID. It makes sense, they need to know who I am. They keep track of medications and things. It’s been also true for routine vaccinations. They ask my name and age when I check in. And they want insurance info ofc. But never asked for an ID.

    I have to show an ID to buy alcohol. But they do not copy or record it so I do not mind. The clerk simply looks at it to verify my age. Takes like 3 seconds. No copy is made. I’m cool with it.

    I have to show ID to open a bank account. Two forms! And they do record it! That did not used to be true here. But now it is, KYC laws.

    I have never used any form of face ID. Well not on purpose! Some stores may use FR outside my control. I’ve never used FR with a phone, I mean.

    • The 8232 Project@lemmy.ml
      1·
      2 days ago

      That did not used to be true here.

      I’ve been researching the history of privacy. It seems World War I was the beginning of the adoption of identity documents (e.g. passports). Every time a major war happened, it got worse and worse.