[mft_]

It should probably be "break free from Google and Apple"?

[g947o]

As long as it is based on AOSP, it is at the mercy of Google to release source code and updates. Given recent trends, I wouldn't be surprised if Google stops shipping Android source completely.

[to3k]

You are right! I will change the title :)

[mvanbaak]

how will it help you to break free from apple if it only supports pixel phones?

[mft_]

One reason that people use Apple phones is they are seen as a less privacy-invasive option than Android/Google.

So it would follow that a valid privacy-respecting third option would potentially help Apple customers as well as Google customers.

[timbit42]

They are working on making their own phone hardware.

[goodpoint]

...on a google phone.

[timbit42]

They are working with a partner to provide their own hardware.