GrapheneOS cites Hyundai, Kia as it pressures Volkswagen over app block
4 hours ago
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- GrapheneOS is urging Volkswagen customers to pressure the automaker to restore compatibility with its mobile app, as users reported it no longer works on the privacy-focused Android OS.
- GrapheneOS highlighted that Hyundai and Kia officially added support months ago using hardware-backed attestation as an alternative to Google's Play Integrity API.
- Volkswagen owners using GrapheneOS can no longer sign into the companion app or remotely control vehicles, affecting features like remote access and charging monitoring.
- GrapheneOS is encouraging users to leave one-star reviews on Google Play Store, submit customer support requests, and request compensation for removed functionality.
- GrapheneOS argues that Play Integrity API is misunderstood and that developers can achieve stronger security via hardware-based verification while supporting GrapheneOS.
- GrapheneOS plans to introduce an opt-in feature in its Info app to notify users when community feedback could help convince companies to add support.
- Volkswagen has not publicly commented on the compatibility issues or the cause, whether from policy change, Play Integrity configuration, or technical implementation.