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Drastically reduced Xiaomi bootloader unlock policy raises questions over device ownership

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Drastically reduced Xiaomi bootloader unlock policy raises questions over device ownership

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You think you own your phone? Xiaomi says, 'Guess again,' as it tightens bootloader restrictions to one device per user per year
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    I really hate this trend.

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    If you have to ask, they’ve already fucked you.

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    Might have to do with Chinese law regarding pre-installed app requirements.

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