I would like to buy a Sony phone as I hear they are some of the best devices for LineageOS and are long-lasting. I am in the market for the best-value Sony phone that is supported by LineageOS officially.

My device would have to work with the Tracfone BYOP program (which I think should be just about any phone? correct me if I’m wrong).

Ideally this Sony phone would be:

  • As new as possible to ensure longevity
  • Have a minimum of 8 GB RAM
  • Have a minimum of 128 GB storage
  • Be at most US$300-400 (can be used in good condition off EBay or the like. No links needed, but just a tell of if the price range is possible for the device)
  • In the US$200 range
  • Have a headphone jack
  • Have a microSD slot

(Italics is ideal but not essential)

What phones would fit this criteria? Would love to have a discussion on if my desired criteria is even possible (I’m open to a reality check 😂)

  • Lovable Titty @lemmy.world
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    1 day ago

    Make sure to check for camera support. When I unlocked the bootloader from an old Xperia phone, camera performance was reduced a lot.

    Pictures were never the same after that.

    • Starcross
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      1 day ago

      Interesting! Good insider tip, thanks!