Comment by grawprog
5 years ago
As far as I know, the audio functionality gained by rooting is no longer possible in newer android versions.
I don't understand why the concept of 'rooting'(as it applies to android) exists. I purchased my phone, with money, why in the actual fuck are there hundreds-thousands of folders and files my pocket computer will not let me touch?
I'm really tired of the 'safety before freedom' mentality that seems to exist these days. Humanity's managed to exist this long without being nanny'd and the people trying to do the nannying are also human.
I can understand why root is not enabled by default. Anybody who had to fix Windows PCs owned by average consumers a decade or so ago probably does too. The situation on Nexus and Pixel devices was about right: it requires the use of the command line (or third-party software), but doesn't try to resist. At least, it didn't until the introduced Safetynet so that apps can resist running on rooted devices.
I think the motivation for things like Safetynet is that general-purpose computers aren't good for business. If the user has full control, they might block ads, pirate content, or use content they legitimately paid for in a way a service provider wants to charge extra for.