iiiF150 Raptor: First Boot Setup and Privacy Configuration Guide

Initial Device Setup

• 💡 Upon first boot, the iiiF150 Raptor prompts for language and region selection.
• ⚠️ A tip is offered to select a European Union region for potentially stronger consumer rights, though this is speculative.
• 📱 The setup can proceed with or without a SIM card and Wi-Fi connection, with an option for offline setup.

Google Services and Data

• 📍 Location services can be configured, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanning, but the device can still be tracked via cell towers.
• 📊 Users can choose whether to send diagnostic data to Google, though this also does not prevent location tracking via mobile networks.
• 🎤 The video questions the functionality of the Android privacy indicator (green dot) for microphone usage, suggesting the device may listen even when not actively in use.

Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates

• ⚙️ The option to "install updates and apps" during setup is discussed, with a focus on OTA updates.
• 🚫 OTA updates can push changes to the device without explicit user permission or knowledge, even for devices no longer receiving standard software updates.
• ⏳ While a specific change making third-party app installation more difficult is planned for 2026, Google has reportedly rolled back some aspects, though the process may still become more cumbersome.
• ⚠️ Disabling OTA update services is possible but may also disable essential security updates.

Security and Privacy Settings

• 🔒 Users can set up a screen lock including PIN, pattern, or password.
• 👆 The setup process allows for enrollment of the under-display fingerprint sensor.
• ✅ Notably, the privacy policy can be skipped during the initial setup, allowing users to avoid agreeing to terms they may not wish to accept.