I expect they already do. Doing that isn't GPL compliant though.

https://sfconservancy.org/blog/2021/mar/25/install-gplv2/ https://sfconservancy.org/blog/2021/jul/23/tivoization-and-t...

> Doing that isn't GPL compliant though.

Oooh. Could this be used to fight against smartphone vendors that do not allow unlocking bootloaders - or trip permanent fuses like Samsung does?

It is really costly and time consuming to enforce the GPL, but potentially. I haven't heard about the fuse thing, how does that work?

Edit: found this article:

https://www.androidpolice.com/2015/11/06/why-does-my-android...

Doubtful on the permanent fuse front.

Seems acceptable from a warranty pov. Obviously if they refuse to replace your cracked screen because you've changed the firmware then it's unacceptable.