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19-03-2018 05:21 PM
I have just bought a Smart V8 to replace my old Apple 4.
It seems it won't let me do much unless I open a Google account. I don't want a Google account. Is it absolutely necessary to have one? How do I get onto the web to search for apps etc without one?
19-03-2018 06:15 PM
You won't be able to do much with an Android phone without a gmail account much as you can't use an iPhone without an Apple ID.
You don't need to use the gmail account for anything but you will need one.
19-03-2018 06:15 PM
The Google Account is very much integrated into Android phones.
When I moved from the iPhone 6 Plus to the Samsung Galaxy s7 edge I found that the Google Account is essential.
I know some are already concerned on what Google knows about our lifes but I find the Acco U t is unobtrusive and can be set to your own preferences on what Google can collate etc.
Current Phone >
Samsung Galaxy s²³ Ultra 512gb Phantom Black.